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Pennsylvania Dutch Region: Bed and Breakfast Inns That Revitalize Your Mind, Body, Spirit

One of the things important to most B & B innkeepers is the opportunity is to be of service to the hearts, minds and souls of their guests. Their goal is to create an environment for people to come and find some peace. Operating a successful B & B involves more than being a business owner. Innkeepers provide an atmosphere that can reawaken a person, enabling them to find some semblance of themselves in a busy world. Most innkeepers live and work at the establishment. The lodgers who visit them are called to be a part of their lives. In many cases, innkeepers are gifted with someone else's confidentiality. Innkeepers have learned some very good lessons from their guests: when they should talk, when they need to listen, and when to get out of the way.

When you want to kick back and revitalize, there are lots of destinations to consider. The right destination usually provides beautiful scenery for contemplation and deep thought. Consider taking a trip to a place you've never explored before. Pennsylvania Dutch Country (Lancaster County) is an area reputed to provide visitors with plenty of space to be by themselves. Breathtaking rolling hills, pastures, horses set against white snow views, acres of woods, farms, orchards and vineyards are some of the things you might see. Writers have been inspired by these surroundings and musicians have composed beautiful music. Many activities are available in the area, including shopping, dining, performing arts, galleries, hiking, culinary tours, wine tasting, biking, tennis, golf and walking. Many properties tend to be near water, which makes activities available such as fishing, kayaking, swimming and water sports. Sightseeing, tours, spa treatments, restaurant reservations and activities can usually be booked and taken care of by the innkeeper.

Pennsylvania Dutch County is home to the gentle Amish; a people with humongous hearts who love unconditionally. They are a people with very little in the way of worldly possessions, but are happy, peaceful, sincere and kind internally. Everything they produce is made by hand and from scratch. Foods are fresh from the farm. Some of their specialties include shoe-fly pie, maple brown sugar molasses pie, doughnuts, and woopie pie (shaped like an ice cream sandwich.) The Amish make their own candy, and pretzels. They don't want to promote anything in life that has a negative impact. They run their factories on steam using belts and pulleys.

When life gets stressful or overwhelming, sometimes the best thing to do is to take a little time out. Visiting a bed and breakfast inn can often bring solace, and leads to a rejuvenated mind, body and spirit. Imagine stepping away from the hustle and bustle of daily living to relax in places that exude peace and quiet.

Parents have brought aimless and troubled teenaged boys to B & B's - and the youths discover something beyond their experience that tends to focus them. B & B's provide a safe space so teenagers can let down their guard. They can relax and think clearly which can bring clarity and a sense of purpose. The lives of troubled youths can miraculously turn around after staying at a B & B. The renewal they feel is a grace beyond measure.

When the chaos and confusion of our busy lives begins to wreak havoc, it is a good idea to slow down and appreciate the important things in life:  family, friends and nature. Fortunately, bed and breakfast inns all over the country provide a small piece of paradise for you to enjoy. Nestled in peaceful valleys, on picturesque rivers or shorelines, in meandering countryside or historic towns, a bed and breakfast inn is the perfect place to renew, recharge and rejuvenate. Rest and recuperate with loved-ones in landscapes that are idyllic and serene, with views you will never forget. Listen to the flow of rushing waters, watch for raptors soaring overhead; gather flowers and berries with your family, sip a cool beverage while relaxing on a porch swing, read on a bench warmed by the sun, or make smores over a campfire. There are many ways to experience contentment at a B & B inn. You will feel the urge to capture the essence in writing, on guitar, or with paint and brush.

A young stressed-out couple visited a B & B inn. They had a slightly curt and rude attitude. The hospitality of the innkeeper opened their eyes to another component of human compassion. The couple learned how to have a conversation with a stranger. Communicating with another human being rejuvenated the couple. When the trip was over, the couple returned to their daily lives with renewed energy and sensitivity. The B & B atmosphere helped them to love and recharge, and they kept coming back.

Right after losing family members - parents, husband, son, or best friend, some people have traveled to bed and breakfasts and found their center, and their souls. Some innkeepers are so sensitive and compassionate they are able to provide a setting for people to unburden themselves. Not only are these innkeepers empathetic, they hire staff who love to talk to people, and who have the sensitivity to engage people. Even housekeepers are trained in how to engage the guests if they want to talk. Innkeepers understand how to reach a level of communication, which makes their lodgers feel comfortable. In regular hotel environments, the staff is normally faceless or anonymous, but in a bed and breakfast location, the staff is on the front line. Without hovering or being intrusive, innkeepers possess the uncanny art of knowing how to ask open-ended questions.

Persons with incredible despondency can be transformed in a matter of days. For whatever they need - healing, growing or understanding, a charming bed and breakfast inn can be a place where people go to recuperate, restore, renew, and reconnect with their loved-ones. All it takes is a unique combination of gorgeous nature and an innkeeper's sense of attention to well-being.

B & B innkeepers help their guests to celebrate life, even if the visitor has had problems. After a difficult or painful surgery, a B & B respite can be just what is needed to recuperate. After successfully finishing a long and arduous course of treatment for cancer, some patients gathered a group of friends to celebrate at a B & B. The environment was conducive for bonding and mutual support. Innkeepers understand how to create the right kind of a setting that allows rehabilitation to happen. Lodgers come to heal from the stress of their daily lives and find peace to reenergize.

Mothers bring their daughters for getaways. Young professionals come for a reprieve from stressful jobs. Military couples seek quiet time and spend a lot of moments just cocooning; just being by themselves. Older couples visit B & B's to find the magic and rekindle the passion that brought them together in the first place.

FEATURED PROPERTY: It goes without saying that the grounds and facilities of the Bird in Hand Village Inn and Suites in Lancaster County, PA are easy on the eyes, and a tranquil spirit is evident throughout the inn. More importantly, the service is considered warm, welcoming, and impeccable overall.

Upon arrival, the innkeeper will familiarize guests with the property, and the history and escorts guests to their room. The host explains the breakfast routine, other particulars and activities available in Lancaster County. The staff is known to be nothing but smiles. The next day they will most likely remember every guest's name.

Bird and Hand is recommended to anyone who wants a good dose of serenity. Just gaze at the Amish farmlands, right behind the inn. It is a place where you can spend easy times with good friends.

SUMMARY: Bird In Hand Village Inn and Suites is a prime Lancaster County property Nestled among Amish Farms, 5-6 miles from Lancaster city. Some rooms have a fireplace, separate sitting area, and large Jacuzzi tub. In addition to regular rooms, guests can stay at a Carriage House, away from the main lodge, which gives visitors a sense of privacy, space and romance. The inn features fantastic breakfasts including waffles, fresh fruit, home-made pastries and juices. Beautiful sunsets over Amish farmlands can be seen from the back patio. This along with great service makes for a delightful inn experience.

ROOMS: In addition to the spacious comfort, the rooms are immaculately clean, each uniquely decorated with tasteful decor and furniture. Porches offer superb views of the property and mesmerizing vistas overlooking Amish and Mennonite Farms, trees, star-filled nights and sunsets. Some rooms have private entrances. Rooms come equipped with free WiFi, cable TV and DVD player. Some have whirlpool tubs. All during your stay you can partake of complimentary tea, beverages, and snacks in the evenings.

Local and custom artwork is evident throughout the common areas and provides a glimpse into local and regional culture.

SERVICE: Great service with a warm smile. The Innkeepers are well known for their genuine hospitality and big beautiful smiles. The staff is knowledgeable and provides efficient service to all of their guests.

AMENITIES: The original house dates from 1734, and is on the National Register of Historic Places. The parlors are the ideal reading rooms for visitors. They are peaceful environments with a variety of different books. The property has a relaxing porch that overlooks Main Street. From the porch guests can gaze at Amish buggies trotting by. People like to read on the porch. Hot tea, iced tea and baked goods are served in the evenings, in the main common area. Several times per day tour guides conduct a complimentary 2 hour tour of the Amish farmlands.

LOCATION: The location is flawless for those who want to get away and feel removed from everyday anxiety and stress, yet close to town to enjoy shopping, restaurants, wineries, and Amish culture. The Inn provides an incomparable sense of well-being. Shopping is a few miles away, as are some of the well-established galleries. Jewelry, quilts, Amish products, antiques and paintings are available in town.

Outlet shopping is 4 miles away. Amish farmlands are a perfect area to ride a bike or walk. Scooter and bike rentals are right next door to the inn. Maps for runners and walkers and available.

CLEANLINESS: The inn is known to be spotless, especially the guestrooms. Natural plantings and flower beds are dispersed throughout the property. Overall everything, including the town, is quite picturesque.

VALUE: Compared to a standard hotel room, this property provides excellent value with a sense of town & country elegance, comfort and warmth. The rooms are designed to make guests feel relaxed, and cozy. The personal attention makes the difference.  The guests appreciate being asked if they are comfortable. The staff is helpful without being intrusive.

 

 

About the Author

CONTACT: Bird in Hand Village Inn and Suites, Tina Potts, Innkeeper, 800 914-2473, rates: $89-$289 depending on room and season.  www.bird-in-handvillageinn.com

 

AUTHOR: C.J. Good is a freelance writer, keynote guest speaker, and author of two books about finding and cultivating contentment. "Little Gifts of Sustainable Contentment" (Reviews 4.5 stars/Look Inside) is available on Amazon. C.J. Good writes on topics ranging from spirituality, inspiration, and growth to health issues, travel, and relationships. Her purpose is to write quality books that will make a difference in reader's lives. How we can feel better about ourselves and how we can interact with one another is the basis for ultimate contentment. Values such as integrity, love, compassion, understanding and peace are inherent in the writings of C.J. Good. C.J. Good was an executive in the travel industry for 17 years.

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