Jeff & Carol provided our entire 8 person party a wonderful experience. My wife turned 40, and I organized a surprise party for her in a local restaurant (Half Moon, also highly recommended). Long before we arrived, Jeff and Carol were polite and responsive to inquiries and requests for information about the local area. In every response, their recommendations about places to eat, local wineries, museums, and other general information were spot on.
We stayed in the Longwood Suite, an elegant and spacious room, with an adjoining sitting area that created extra space, and allowed us to stretch out and feel at home. The room is well appointed, but not overly busy, with informative books and magazines which I enjoyed on the couch while my wife took a nap in the other room.
The full breakfasts were nothing short of gourmet, and the duo worked in tandem with much grace and efficiency. Jeff managed the breakfast room, satisfying coffee and drink needs, serving up food and entertainment, while Carol worked her magic in the kitchen.
The house is 2 short blocks into town, where several good restaurants await. We tried State Street Grill (BYOB) and had our big party at Half Moon (upstairs). Both are fantastic. The newly opened Talulah's Table (former Django owners in Philly) is a great place for a snack, coffee, or to assemble gourmet picnic grub.
A previous poster summed it up well, and I couldn't agree more: "They have mastered the exact balance of being helpful and available without being intrusive"
We also spent a few hours at the Brandywine River Museum (15 min drive), which was a stunning building with notable works from the Wyeth clan, and others of local fame. This is a must see while you are in the area. Also, the winery Va La has a lively tasting room and some original, high-quality wines, and a panorama in its backyard that is competitive with Napa, albeit on a much smaller scale.
Enjoy your stay! Jason (Ambler, PA)
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Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
Absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young Singles, Great pool scene, pet owners, Families with Small Children, Families with Teenagers
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Great food / Wine