| This property is in the country yet close to many interesting activities. The house is conveniently located near Johnstown, Altoona, Bedford and State College. Just 10 minutes off of the PA turnpike from the Bedford exit.
There are brochures in the guest house for information on local places to visit. The brochures will direct guests to everything from spa's, shopping, antiques, bike trails, museums, covered bridges, hiking, skiing, and so much more.
I have been an avid antique and folk art collector as well as a shop keeper for over 40 years. The guest house showcases all that I love, antiques, folk art, quality reproductions coupled with my commitment to provide all the comforts of home. One of our guests wrote "the house is a great respite to decompress from the daily grind, sitting on the back porch listening to the birds sing."
This three bedroom house is on a 144 acre farm that is rich with history. The Spring Meadow farm was deeded in 1796 and the earliest owners were Quakers. Some of the Quakers that lived on this farm were involved in the underground railroad. Another interesting fact is just before the civil war President Buchanan would visit here. In the 1880's senator John M. Reynolds bought the farm at a sheriff sale. He had the road paved between the barn and the train station so he would have a smooth horse and buggy ride when he needed to head to Washington. It was the only paved road in the entire county. That is a sampling of the history here.
The guest house is nestled between the 1840's house and the barn. Come sit on the screened in back porch and sip coffee, tea, or drink of choice and enjoy the scenic views and the wildlife (birds, ground hogs, and deer). In the evenings you can grill out on the porch, swing in the hammock,or have a bon-fire. We also provide 2 cannondale bikes for your use. A great place to unwind with all the amenities of home.
If you love the atmosphere of a B. & B. but cherish the privacy of your own home this place is for you. You won't have to share a common room, or watch something on tv you don't like. You wont have to share a bathroom or the breakfast table with people you don't know. But you will have a beautiful setting to relax in with just the people you want there. Surrounded by old farm buildings of a by gone era. Relax on the screened in back porch and listen to the birds , look in the fields for the deer, rabbit or even an occasional groundhog. The sweet serenity of an old farm is hard to beat. But you will also really enjoy the the inside of the house. It has three bedrooms, two bathrooms. The house is decorated in a very folky style with antiques and folk art. Simple country pleasures abound everywhere. The guest house has all the amenities of home. You will only need to bring your clothes and food if you wish to cook. There is even a gas grill, just off the back porch for your use. Lie on the hammock or have a bon fire in the fire pit. For indoor relaxing you may watch cable TV with a DVD/VCR combo. There are also several games you may want to play and books to read. You may also want to visit my antique and folk art shop. Or drive through the covered bridge right down the road.
The Guest House would be a perfect place for a wedding party to gather. Or lodging accommodations for the parents of the bride or groom. The surroundings are a lovely backdrop for photographs. We are just a few minutes from heartland hall, if you're wedding reception was there we are very conveniently located.
2921 Reynoldsdale Road
New Paris, PA 15554
FOR INFORMATION 814-839-9120
Try a women's weekend! I have had many groups of women who have come and enjoyed a girls weekend. Some shopped, some cooked, some did crafts, some just enjoyed chatting with their friends, some have had a wine tasting party, and some have celebrated birthdays. No matter what they came to do, they all have enjoyed this guest house. Many are planning return visits. You can't go wrong spending a weekend with your girlfriends.
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