Local Bed & Breakfasts Offer Romantic Getaways

Traveling to an exotic destination might be what you envision when thinking of a getaway, but there are several romantic staycation ideas much closer to home. Bucks County has more than 40 bed and breakfast spots that would be perfect for a Valentine's excursion.

"Bucks County has always been known as an Inn destination," said Michelle Greco Falcone, the communications manager for Visit Bucks County.

The area is peppered with historic, romantic and rustic bed and breakfasts to satisfy the tastes of a variety of guests, she explained. With so many options, there is something to fit everyone's budget.

Some of the bed and breakfasts don't have televisions, Greco Falcone explained. This helps "create a whole experience and makes it a romantic getaway."

For example, one special at Bridgeton House includes an in-room massage for two, while the Wishing Well Guesthouse offers an intimate breakfast for two in the privacy of your room.

The lack of a TV in your room—or opting out of watching the TV in your room—may also influence you to have a local, cultural experience.

"It is encouraging you to go out and explore," Greco Falcone said. "Even walking the main streets of Doylestown, New Hope and Newtown can be a cultural experience. Then go back to [the] bed and breakfast and relax."

If you'd like more specific plans than just taking a leisurely stroll, the Black Bass Hotel's Valentine's special includes tickets to the Michener and Mercer Museums in Doylestown, and there are many other activities that you can plan yourself. Visit Bucks County has a list of suggestions ranging from wine tastings to live performances to guided tours and more.

Greco Falcone compiled a list of some Valentine's specials taking place this month at just a few of Bucks County's many accommodations.

1740 House, Lumberville:
Dates available: Feb. 11, 12 and 14
Spend a romantic evening on the Delaware River. Chef Annie B will create an array of Tapas-style appetizers, entrees and desserts. The pub will be open to guests for a relaxing nightcap too. Packages start at $170 per evening.

Wishing Well Guesthouse, New Hope:
Dates available: Feb 10-12 or 17-19
Relax in this former farmhouse and treat yourself to a romantic breakfast buffet or breakfast in the privacy of your room. Selections include pumpkin French toast with sausage, strawberry pancakes with turkey bacon, or a vegetable omelet with fresh fruit. Rates are between $135 and $150 and the breakfast is an additional $25 per couple.

Arts Fox & Hound B&B, New Hope:
Enjoy a weekend (or weekday!) with your sweetheart in a queen or king size room along with a couple's Valentine Basket for a special treat. Stay warm by the fire and dine on a gourmet breakfast in the morning. Prices range between $184 to $245 depending on the room.

Bridgeton House on the Delaware, Upper Black Eddy:
Treat yourself to a premium room, the penthouse or the boathouse for a romantic getaway. The Valentine's package includes an hour-long in-room massage for two, breakfast in bed, afternoon tea and treats and in-room custom-made robes. The Gift of Love package is $230 in addition to the room rate. If booking online, use the code GOL.

Holiday Inn, Bensalem:
You may not consider it a typical bed and breakfast, but the Holiday Inn still offers a Romantic Evening Package for a night away. For $164, you get overnight accommodations, a bottle of wine upon arrival (or non-alcoholic beverages if you prefer), dinner for two, two movie tickets to use at the local AMC Theatre for a movie of your choice and breakfast the following morning. A Premiere Movie Package is also available for $112, which includes one in-room movie, popcorn and a non-alcoholic beverage.

Black Bass Hotel, Lumberville:
This two-night escape package's purpose is to help you relax and revitalize your mind, body and soul. For $495, enjoy two nights of accommodations along with a hot breakfast for two, tickets to the Michener and Mercer museums, a three-course dinner for two and a one-hour massage per person.