The picturesque river town of New Hope in Bucks County, PA is where you will find the historic 1870 Wedgwood Bed and Breakfast Inn. With its famed blue hue, it’s a tribute to the romance of the Victorian era. Founded by Nadine and Carl Glassman in 1982, they purchased it as a wedding gift to each other. “We thought it would serve as a platform to share our talents and fulfill our desire to live and work together,” says Carl. This year they are celebrating their 35th wedding anniversary and their inn’s success.
Lovingly renovated to double its size, this casually sophisticated retreat, with flowering gardens, gazebo and lush shade trees combines 18th Century splendor with modern conveniences. “We are always available for our guests,” says Carl. “We don’t hover, but we are accessible.” The inn’s 18 luxurious suites feature Jacuzzis, private balconies, in-room fireplaces, claw-foot tubs and many more amenities. Details like lace canopy four-poster beds, original art, distinctive antiques and stylish décor make it the ideal destination for the leisure traveller.
Wedgwood Inn is also one of the few B&Bs, which welcome children, and well-behaved pets (dogs), in specific rooms. While the majority of their clientele is couples, they welcome many business travellers, families and 20-somethings. “We have a multi-generational client base. Guests who stayed with us 35 years ago as children, are coming to stay with us with their own families.”
Take a stroll down to the small town with a big personality. Near New York and Philadelphia, New Hope offers multiple activities including a train ride, ferry excursions, horse drawn carriages, and Bucks County Playhouse, with live shows year-round. If hobnobbing with celebs is on your list-of-things-to-do, you might run into William Shatner, Marilu Henner or other theatre performers during your stay.
Innkeepers Celebrate 35 years of Innkeeping
By Sigrid Hart