1807 Townhouse

Historic Area

This attractive, spacious Society Hill home, built in 1807, was completely renovated by its present owners in 1967. Today, the open, modern plan of the interior may make you forget that this historic building has given shelter to Philadelphians for two centuries. 

In 1865 the front of the property was demolished and all of the floors were raised – making the ceilings on the first floor 13 feet high. The marble steps and double doors were built in 1865 creating a grand entrance. A state-of-the art kitchen is a recent addition.  Choose queen, king or twin beds each with private bath. All rooms have TV, private phone, central A/C, individually controlled heat. Public transportation is at the corner.

Your host is a retired stock market and futures trader. He is well versed in the history of the area. Your hostess, recently retired as Assistant Dean of a major medical school, is very active in the community. Both are supporters of a number of Philadelphia opera and theater companies and have conducted extensive research to discover the fascinating history of their home.

GUEST COMMENTS

“We had a lovely stay. Our hosts were gracious, charming and not invasive. We felt at home, but free. The beds were comfortable, the room amenities were perfect - I forgot a few personal items that were stocked already.” NS

“We enjoyed our stay. The house is extremely comfortable and the location was unbeatable in terms of proximity to the historic district, restaurants, nightlife and shopping. Best of all, the hosts are charming, gracious and entertaining and we enjoyed spending time with them.” RG

Bartram B&B

Historic Area

Built by Quakers in 1737, this Colonial house is located on an historic, pedestrian-only street in the heart of old-city Philadelphia near galleries, historic sites, and restaurants. The cobblestone street is the oldest residential street in the United States. People have lived and worked on this tiny street for almost 300 years! Each room in the house is beautifully simple, furnished sparsely with antiques.

 Read and sleep in quiet, calm rooms with wide board floors up original winding stairs. The Blue Room is beautiful, light, and restful. It is double bedded with a private bathroom with tub. The Red Room is off a shared library. This room, with a unique Moravian tile fireplace designed by Henry Mercer, has a bathroom with shower and queen size bed.

Because of the historic nature of the house, no pets and children are accepted. Your host is an artist who recently completed a book of photographs featuring the gardens of Tuscany. There is no TV, but there is home-made bread for breakfast.

GUEST COMMENTS

"We had a wonderful time there and would stay there again if in the area.  It was so much fun to wake up and walk into that historic alley!  And the home was so interesting.  The breakfasts made by the hosts were wonderful.  The mattresses were very comfortable. Everything was perfect.  You were especially helpful in making sure we were in a location close to our destinations.  It was great to walk everywhere"!  LB

“I thoroughly enjoyed my stay. The excellent hostess is a fascinating person.  The B&B is very convenient to all the historical attractions.  Because I was attending a conference at the Convention Center - I also found the accommodation to be a nice change from the hectic conference, yet accessible on a daily basis.” AM

Belle Epoque

Washington Square Area

Clinton Street is one of the prettiest streets in Philadelphia. Because there is no through traffic, it is quiet and peaceful. In the later part of the 19th century, many who were the "movers and shakers" of the city owned homes here.

The front door opens into a hallway lined with a collection of mirrors. Comfortably furnished with a queen bed, the first floor unit’s non-working fireplace adds ambience and charmto the room. Completing the suite is a private bath and large eat-in kitchen. A working fireplace in the spacious third and fourth floor units is a special feature of the comfortable sitting area. A new king four-poster bed and antique chests comprise the sleeping area of the fourth floor unit. A Jacuzzi tub is a special feature of the third floor unit. For your convenience, there is a refrigerator and microwave oven in these units. Your host is fluent in French.

The kitchens are stocked for short term stays so that you can help yourself to breakfast at your convenience in the morning. Weekly and monthly rates are available. Wireless internet connection is a plus.

GUEST COMMENTS

"This B and B was a wonderful alternative to the characterless and overpriced convention hotel for a recent conference my husband and I attended. It was great to stay in a real neighborhood and to have spacious and unique accommodations that were not too fussy. I appreciated that our hosts made sure we were comfortable but then also made sure we had our privacy. The wireless internet access and kitchenette appliances were also a plus!"  SS

“We really enjoyed our stay. Our hosts were friendly and helpful. The room and outside patio were lovely, and the neighborhood was peaceful, clean, and convenient. We will definitely use your service again, and the Belle Epoque will be on our list of favorite places to stay in Philly.” RD 

Casa Buona

South Street Area

Located between the South Street area and the Italian Market section of the city, voted "The #1 Neighborhood in Philadelphia," this B&B is comfortable and convenient to many Center City points of interest, including The Avenue of the Arts.

This 1860s townhouse is just a block from the Italian Market which offers aromas and ingredients from the old country in shops and restaurants managed by generations of the original families. Many great restaurants, fantastic bakery shops and cafes are an easy walk away. The Historic area and Convention Center are just over a mile away.

Charmingly decorated with depression era furniture, the second floor stand alone unit has a queen bed and private bath with a whirlpool tub. Quiet and private, it offers a small refrigerator, microwave and coffeepot, allowing you to enjoy breakfast in your room at your convenience. On another floor, two adjoining units each offer a queen bed and private ensuite bath as well as a mini kitchen. Two other new units are more economical as they share a hall bath. Satellite TV and wireless are a plus in all rooms. Weekly and monthly rates are available.

GUEST COMMENTS

"Casa Buona was a lovely, bright little place. My room was cheerily decorated and spacious. The host was extremely helpful and ready with pertinent information about the area and city. The breakfast was more than adequate". CS

“I had a good stay in Casa Buona. It's a nice peaceful place with comfortable staff (especially Jacuzzi).The hostess is very helpful and hospitable. I can recommend this B&B.” TM

Cherry Street B&B

Art Museum Area

Located a few blocks from the Four Season’s Hotel in the popular museum area, this B&B is on a quiet, tree-lined street. Walk to the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, the only street in the world lined with sculptures by all three generations of Calders. Walk to the Franklin Institute or the Academy of Natural Sciences. This area is the gateway to the city’s largest green space and the largest landscaped urban park in the world, Fairmount Park.

A bright, tastefully decorated bedroom and adjacent sitting room with TV awaits you in this mid-1860s townhouse. An additional guest can use the comfortable futon in the sitting room. A private hall bath completes the suite. Enjoy breakfast in the recently remodeled kitchen or in the garden in nice weather.

Wireless Internet access makes this a perfect accommodation for the business traveler. Your hostess, who speaks French, is a management consultant and artist who delights in sharing her home with guests.

GUEST COMMENTS

“We enjoyed our stay. The host is lovely and made us feel very welcome. Great house on a nice street in a nice part of town.” EF

“The B&B was very cozy and charming. We loved it and had a very nice time there. The area is great.” KH

City Retreat

South Street Area 

Located just blocks from the Italian Market, the suites at Urban Retreat offer a quiet respite from city living. There are four studio apartments and a single one-bedroom unit. Each spacious suite has a queen bed, sitting area, full kitchen and private bath. Several of the rooms also have space for an additional guest. Your hosts have lovingly decorated each room with vibrant color and interesting collections A mix of modern furniture with fifties-era touches gives each suite a unique decor.

The kitchens are stocked for you to help yourself to breakfast each morning at your convenience. An assortment of teas, coffee, juice, cereals, waffles and baked goods are available for you. It is a short walk to a number of excellent restaurants and grocery stores. Wireless internet service allows you to keep connected.

The Avenue of the Arts is just blocks away where you will find a number of theaters and cultural venues. The Convention Center and Historic Area are also near by.

GUEST COMMENTS:

"This B&B is just beautifully put together and includes all accommodations one could need during a stay in the City. The owner was just delightful. We've already recommended your service to friends and family and look forward to another stay ourselves!" TM

Clinton Street B&B

Washington Square Area

Only a few blocks long, Clinton Street is quiet and peaceful as there is no through traffic. Built in 1836, the Clinton Street B&B offers five suites. All suites have a fully equipped kitchen, ensuite bath, TV, private phone lines, and wireless internet connection.

The fourth floor Topaz Suite has a large room with a king bed and spacious sitting area with a leather hide-a-bed as well as comfortable chairs. The third floor Emerald Suite is spacious with a black marble decorative fireplace. On the second floor are three units. The Pearl Room’s long corner windows provide a delightful spot for dining. The Ruby is a large studio apartment with a black marble decorative fireplace and comfortable sitting area. With 14 foot ceilings, the Peach Room offers a king sized bed and sitting area with a queen sofa bed to sleep a third or fourth guest.

All second floor units are a few steps away from an outdoor balcony for warm weather relaxing and reading. Weekly and monthly rates are available.

GUEST COMMENTS

“Staying at the Clinton Street B & B was a great experience! The host was extremely kind, always ready to help us with every matter. The room was beautiful with a new kitchen (fully stocked for breakfast) and bathroom. Everything looks very nice and all the devices were working. The neighborhood is quiet and very nice too. I definitively recommend this B&B.” JE 

"I could not have been happier with my accommodations. I thoroughly enjoyed my room and the house. The room was the perfect size with all the ammenities that I needed and just steps away from the balcony. The location was perfect for my needs and the hostess made my stay in Philadelphia one I will never forget. THANK YOU!"   DW

Corner House B&B

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South Street Area

This charming, historic 19th century South Philadelphia house, with beamed ceiling living room, large fireplace and interesting European antiques, is located close to Philadelphia's famous Italian Market which offers aromas and ingredients from the old country in shops and restaurants managed by generations of the original families. It is only a twenty minute walk to Independence Hall.

Guests enjoy a bright, newly furnished queen bedded room with double doors for quiet, an attached private bath, satellite TV and central air. In warm weather, relax on the large top story deck. This is also the perfect spot for smokers.

A continental breakfast is served in the skylight-lit breakfast nook and includes home baked specialties. Restaurants galore are within easy walking distance representing all ethnicities and prices. Cat lovers are welcome. Your hosts are a retired editor and an active professional chef. Guests rave about the breakfasts served at Corner House.

GUEST COMMENTS

“We were absolutely delighted at how nice the house was and what a warm welcome we received from the hosts.  Touches such as fresh squeezed orange juice and fresh fruit in the morning with warm scones along with the graciousness of the hosts made our all too short stay very wonderful and memorable.” JL

“The Corner House gets five out of five stars!  The house was beautiful.  The room was quiet, clean and charming. And the bed was comfortable.  The hosts were great. Also, you'll never get a better breakfast at any bed and breakfast anywhere.”  RM

Distinctive Historic Inn

Historic Area

Two hundred years ago, Chestnut Street witnessed the birth of America. It was here in the mid-19th century that a dry goods merchant named John Elliot commissioned Joseph C. Hoxie to design a building that would house his thriving enterprise. Today, this stunning granite structure, has been transformed to house a small boutique hotel. Located in the heart of the Historic Area, the Inn is the perfect headquarters from which to explore Old Philadelphia.

The Grand Parlor, with its leather settees, fireplace, and early American art, is the ideal place to relax after a busy day or to enjoy afternoon tea. The 36 distinctive high-ceilinged guest rooms are decorated in a traditional style and furnished with queen or king sized beds, rich draperies, upholstered chairs and writing desks. All have a private bath, phone, TV, and air-conditioning.

High speed internet or plug-in computer access is available for the business traveler. Two comfortable conference rooms make this an ideal accommodation for small meetings.

GUEST COMMENTS

“We enjoyed our stay and I can understand why you underplay the fact that the B&B is a Best Western as it really didn't seem like a chain hotel at all. We were very pleased with its location, the room, the food was OK. The desk gave us a very good dinner recommendation.” JK

"We had a wonderful stay.  The staff was extremely helpful and personable.  The atmosphere was great and the rooms were clean and comfortable.  We will certainly call on you again if we are back in Philadelphia." TH 

Distinctive University Inn

Temple University Area

Across the street from the Liacouras Center, the home of Temple's basketball teams, concerts, drama, athletic and convocation events, family shows, and sports exhibitions, and conveniently located near downtown Philadelphia, shopping, and dining, this B&B Inn features 22 deluxe guest rooms, suites, and meeting facilities to accommodate your business and recreational needs.  Designated a deluxe historic landmark hotel, this delightful inn is a treasure.

Choose from spacious rooms with a king bed, a queen bed, a room with two queen beds or a king Jacuzzi room. All rooms have air conditioning, bathtub/shower, vanity and cable TV. Most rooms are non-smoking rooms. Free high speed internet access in all guest rooms is a plus.

Enjoy a continental breakfast in the common room with your complimentary newspaper. Public transportation will allow you to reach all parts of center city easily.

GUEST COMMENTS

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Fairmount Park B & B

Art Museum Area

This B&B offers the guest a perfect mix of warm hospitality and privacy. The modern townhouse provides a first floor area that is exclusively yours. The guest room is furnished with a queen-sized bed; the private bath is a few steps down the hall. Also provided are a microwave and small refrigerator. A private landscaped patio, accessed through the sliding doors, makes this room feel even more comfortable, warm and inviting. On the third floor, there is another guest room with a standard bed and private hall bath.

Your hostess, a retired business administrator, horticulturist and avid music lover, enjoys cooking, so expect a memorable and unique breakfast. 

Cross the street to Fairmount Park, one of the United States' largest and oldest municipally-operated park systems. Walk to all of the city’s museums, Boathouse Row and neighborhood restaurants. The bus at the corner will take you to the Convention Center or the Historic Area in minutes.

GUEST COMMENTS

“An excellent hostess! She was well organized and had public transportation schedules and local street maps available. She presented us with wonderful snacks and breakfasts. The accommodations were neat and clean and easily accessible to public bus transportation (across the street from a downtown bus line stop). We would stay there for a future visit to Philadelphia.” PM

“The room was clean, comfortable and tastefully decorated. We felt very much at home. I would highly recommend this B&B. Our stay with the host helped make our trip more enjoyable." LR

Gingko Gardens B & B

Rittenhouse Square Area

Who is Abullard? Stay at this charming B&B and you may be introduced to him. Two houses from the late 1880’s have been combined to create a unique accommodation. (Homes of that era were just one room wide and many rooms deep to circumvent property taxes levied on front footage.) The inviting living room has a grand piano which may be used for a time of chamber music while you visit.

The second floor guest room is attractively furnished with a queen bed and private attached bath. Large windows overlook the lush, large garden below. In nice weather, relax among the Gingko trees. Your hostess, a marketing entrepreneur, will serve a continental breakfast in the morning. Wireless internet is a plus.

Located just a few blocks from the Schuylkill River and the bridge to the University of Pennsylvania, Gingko Gardens is a quiet retreat in a busy city. The Convention Center and Historic Area are not far by public transportation conveniently nearby.

GUEST COMMENTS:

"The Gingko Gardens B&B was an enjoyable place to stay.  Good breakfasts.  Nice host.  It’s located in a charming neighborhood within easy walking distance to a number of good neighborhood restaurants.  Area was quiet and close to a bus route."   BM

 "Our stay was perfect.  We could walk to Penn, the room was big, the bed was comfortable, the bathroom wonderful, and the garden out back was a delight.  Our hostess was fun to talk with, and she was more than happy to help us whenever we needed recommendations for things to do." SG