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Thomas Bond House

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Circa 1769, listed in National Register. Individually decorated rooms. Only lodging in Independence National Historical Park. One of top 25 historic inns, AAA & Mobile rated.

Bed and Breakfast Description

The elegant alternative to impersonal lodging. Step into the 18th century in this exquisitely restored 1769 inn. On the National Historic Register of Historic Places, this certified historic restoration Bed and Breakfast is the only lodging located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania's Independence National Historic Park. Views of the Delaware River.

Restored to museum-quality under the direction of the National Park Service. Interior restored to the 1770-1820 period when used as a residence. Each guestroom furnished with high quality period reproductions. Located in Independence Historical Park. Centrally located near historic sites and business district.

Weekdays, guests are served a continental breakfast featuring freshly squeezed orange juice. Muffins are baked fresh daily. On weekends, guests enjoy a sumptuous breakfast. Evenings start with complimentary wine and cheese.

Selected as one of the top 25 Best Historic Inns by American Historic Inns. By the Washingtonian Magazine as one of the top 52 Great Getaways. Also featured in Mid-Atlantic Country Magazine, The Washington Post, The Boston Globe and others.

Area Attractions and Activities:

Within walking distance of all sites in Independence Park. Many fine restaurants including Bookbinders and City Tavern, theatres, museums, shopping, and Academy of Music are also within walking distance. University of Pennsyvania, Temple and the others are within a 5 minute drive.

Services:

Hairdryer, TV, phone, fireplace, whirlpool, local calls, free Wi-Fi

Most Popular Rooms:

Dr. Thomas Bond Sr.: Queen size rice high poster bed, fireplace, whirlpool tub with shower, Oriental rugs, double size sofa bed, Chippendale period furniture, sitting area, extensive original millwork. Connecting door to Sarah Venables Bond Room.

Sarah Venables Bond: Queen size rice poster bed, shower, Oriental rug, Chippendale period furniture, connecting door to Dr. Thomas Bond, Sr. Room.

Inn Information

Season: All year
Rates: 115.00 - 190.00 US Dollars (double occupancy)
Rooms: 12
With private baths: 12
Mealplan: Breakfast included
Food Served:

• Full breakfast
• Full breakfast weekends, continental plus weekdays, evening wine & cheese, fresh baked cookies

Nearest Airport(s): Philadelphia

Payment methods accepted:

• Checks
• Cash

Restrictions

• Smoking not permitted.
• No pets, please.
• No access for disabled persons.

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