check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. the warmly decorated rooms are spread across several buildings, some dating to the 1800s. parking, an area shuttle and weekday breakfast are complimentary. they all feature free wi-fi, flat-screen tvs, minifridges and microwaves, in addition to tea and coffeemaking facilities. across the street from the blue bell country club and golf course, this polished farm hotel and event center is 3 miles from the penllyn train station and 7 miles from the elmwood park zoo. some rooms have separate living areas, fireplaces and/or whirlpool tubs. weekend brunch is available for a fee. the property has a fine-dining restaurant, a bakery and an indoor pool Philadelphia International Airport 47 min
Mercer Museum (28 min) Museum offering a look at early American tools, vehicles & domestic equipment used in everyday life. Evansburg State Park (22 min) This nature area contains creek, 18th- & 19th-century Mennonite buildings, campsites & ball fields. Wissahickon Valley Park (24 min) Vast park with over 50 miles of trails for hikers, bikers & equestrians, plus a trout-stocked creek. Peace Valley Park (26 min) Calm outdoor spot with a lake & boating rentals, along with an abundance of walking & hiking trails. Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania (24 min) Afternoon destination drawing nature-lovers with its collection of flora on a 19th-century estate. Fort Washington State Park (18 min) A popular destination for hiking, picnicking & fishing, this 493-acre park also offers disc golf. Chanticleer, a pleasure garden (32 min) Lush arboretum & landscaped garden featuring a large variety of flora plus tours, classes & more. Woodmere Art Museum (26 min) This museum housed in a 19th-century Victorian mansion showcases the art & artists of Philadelphia. Valley Forge National Historical Park (25 min) Trolley & ranger-led walking tours are offered at this Revolutionary War site with miles of trails. Spring Mountain Adventure (24 min) This year-round outdoor activity center hosts biking, zip-lining, snow sports & more. Michener Art Museum (28 min) Non-profit art museum dedicated to Bucks County art offers several galleries & a sculpture garden. Merrymead Farm (9 min) Bucolic venue offering a dairy store with milk & housemade ice cream, farm animals & activities. LEGOLAND Discovery Center Philadelphia (18 min) Train tour through Lego-built environments, plus games, models & characters related to the brand. Elmwood Park Zoo (16 min) A small zoo with animal feedings & 300 species of animals indigenous to the Americas. |