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Thornwald Mansion

4.0 star property
Mediterranean B&B in historical district in Carlisle

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Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed (Gardens of Babylon) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
Lobby sitting area
Dining
Exterior
Escape to Thornwald Mansion, an upscale bed & breakfast in the business district. Indulge in a full breakfast, bask in the sun on the terrace or lose yourself among flowers and trees of our beautiful garden. With free WiFi and fireplace warmth at your fingertips, unwind with ease.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (9)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Business center
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Limited hour front desk
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Premium bedding
The current price is $319
$354 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11

Why we love this property

Mediterranean mansion views
Located in a national park and historical district, this hotel charms guests with its Mediterranean architecture, curated decor, and tranquil garden.
Breakfast in bed
This bed & breakfast offers a delightful perk for culinary enthusiasts: complimentary full breakfast to start each adventure-filled day.
Dreamy bed sanctuary
Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding elevate each guestroom. Rainfall showers refresh while down comforters promise cozy slumbers.

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Sadler's Hidden)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Sadler's Hidden) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Sadler's Hidden)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Cleopatra)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Cleopatra) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Cleopatra)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Rkia)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Rkia) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Rkia)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom (Michael Angelo)

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom (Michael Angelo) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom (Michael Angelo)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed (Renaissance)

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed (Renaissance) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed (Renaissance)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed (Gardens of Babylon)

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed (Gardens of Babylon) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed (Gardens of Babylon)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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includes taxes & fees
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About the neighborhood

Map
850 Bicentenial Drive, Carlisle, PA, 17103

What's nearby

  • Penn State Dickinson Law - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Dickinson College - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Carlisle Theatre - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Carlisle Barracks - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Carlisle Fairgrounds - 5 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • Harrisburg, PA (HAR-Capital City) - 30 min drive
  • Harrisburg Intl. Airport (MDT) - 39 min drive
  • Harrisburg Transportation Center - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Thornwald Mansion

Thornwald Mansion is a great choice for a stay in Carlisle. Free perks include WiFi, self parking, and full breakfast daily between 7 AM and 10 AM. Other highlights at this Mediterranean bed & breakfast include a terrace and a garden.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 8 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 8 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 7 AM–10 AM

Working away

  • Business center
  • 3 meeting rooms

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1909
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • Mediterranean architecture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Thornwald Mansion B&B Carlisle
Thornwald Mansion B&B
Thornwald Mansion Carlisle
Thornwald Mansion
Thornwald Mansion Carlisle
Thornwald Mansion Bed & breakfast
Thornwald Mansion Bed & breakfast Carlisle

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Thornwald Mansion?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Thornwald Mansion?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Thornwald Mansion?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Thornwald Mansion and nearby?

Thornwald Mansion has a garden.

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Thornwald Mansion Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Breakfast
History
Room
Service staff
Bed

What guests liked

  • Breakfasts were plentiful and delicious with high-quality food and excellent service. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Such fantastic hosts. Very friendly and attentive.
Chris, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super friendly innkeepers!

Beautiful historic mansion with period furnishings and excellent attention to detail! Innkeeper was very hospitable and helpful. Breakfast was plentiful and delicious! Well kept grounds and pleasant scenery. Close to downtown dining. Will definately will be staying here again!
Charles, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is our 3rd visit. Rkia and Tom are excellent host. Breakfast was delicious.
Patricia, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We absolutely loved our stay at the Thornwald Mansion. It is nicely secluded in a park yet you are within walking distance to Dickinson College and a shopping center. The property has outstanding amenities and the food selections at breakfast were delicious. The service exceeded our expectations. The room and the bed were comfortable and very quiet. This mansion went under fire and then was rebuilt by the current owner from the ground up paying attention to detail and preserving its history. The grounds are gorgeous. Great location surrounded by trees and park. It was the most relaxing vacation we had had in a long time. We will definitely be back.
Souad, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

There is so much history and this is a beautiful property! The rooms are so comfortable and the hosts are so friendly! We come here every year and this is our second year. We will definitely be back!
Susan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We were in town for the Ford Nationals. So much history in this home! Luxurious accommodations! The hosts were incredible and very flexible with our time frame. We had to be out early each morning and she made our breakfast to go. My husband and I will definitely be back next year! Thank you Rkia for your investment in this home. The passion you and your husband have for it shows.
Susan, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful mansion with an interesting history. The hostess did everything to make sure our stay was absolutely delightful!
rebecca, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very cool mansion with eclectic decor. Bed was comfy! Great location to visit our daughter at Dickinson. Owners were kind and thoughtful during our stay. Full breakfast was served. Learned a little Carlisle history during our stay!
Patricia C, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Rkia and Tom were delightful hosts. The property was breathtaking. We will definitely book a return stay.
Jere, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Make sure your air conditioner works

Make sure that the air conditioning works in your room. Ours didn’t and we had a sleepless night. We could have been moved to another room, but that was not offered to us even though one was available.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I love that every room is different. The owners of the mansion are the staff and they are super sweet.
Sahar, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Getaway

Owner is very sweet and polite. We enjoyed our stay in this beautiful Mansion.
Rich, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Customer service was excellent. Owner of this property was an excellent host, very friendly. Property has history and is in the middle of a park. Unique compared to going to a typical hotel.
Todd, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was especially accommodating. I requested coffee @ 5 a.m. since I am an early riser. It was delivered promptly and it was of high quality. Tea in my room was served upon my return. Breakfasts were excellent. I stayed by myself and it was exactly the respite I needed.
sandra, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect Stay

Welcoming check-in, lovely room, VERY comfortable bed, delicious breakfast and incredibly gracious hosts.
Alison, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is really a Mansion. Good space and lots of space in the yard to walk around. Lots of history there too. Breakfast was sumptuous. I will recommend this place to people and will love to stay here for a longer period not just 1 night.
Adetokunbo, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful place, unlike any hotel I’ve ever stayed in!
Marc, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A treasure in Carlisle

Beautiful and unique, this space is a destination in its own right. The owners are very friendly and accommodating. You can expect a beautifully furnished room (with extra-thoughtful bedding and amenities) plus a simply spectacular breakfast in the morning.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hosts were most gracious and attentive and our suite was very comfortable. The breakfast was well presented and delicious. It was a very comfortable stay.
Elizabeth, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Comfy bed. Clean room. Lovely ambiance.
George, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Unique property with welcoming staff. Great breakfast in the morning.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I stayed at the Thornwald Mansion for a few days while on a business trip in Carlisle. The owner was so warm and personable, and the property was gorgeous. I am a vegan, and the owner was so kind in making me breakfast each morning. She also was so knowledgeable about the history of the property and town which I am always very interested in. Why stay at a chain hotel, when you can have a unique, pampered experience, at a super affordable rate?? This property is perfect for special occasions, but accessible for business trips, and leisure travel as well. The property is slightly tucked away, but also right downtown, with easy access to restaurants, stores, and anything else you may need. Definitely stay at the Thornwald Mansion!
3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great Hostess in Carlisle!

We were visiting Carlisle for a parents' weekend at Dickinson College. Thornwald has an interesting history in Carlisle and it is always fun to stay somewhere unique. Rkia, one of the owners, is probably one of the sweetest, loveliest people we have met.
Mary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyable stay in Carlisle

Very comfortable and large room (Michaelangelo). A/C much appreciated in warm, humid weather. Beautifully restored mansion in quiet, park setting. Furnished with antiques. Modern bathroom. Excellent breakfast. Delightful owners. Close to Carlisle. Would stay here again if I return to Carlisle.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful restoration of a magnificent mansion
1-night trip