Lovelace Manor Bed & Breakfast

Lancaster, United States

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www.lovelacemanor.com
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2236 Marietta Ave, Lancaster, PA, 17603
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Local time (Lancaster) 19:20 Saturday, 28 June 2025

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Monday 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Tuesday 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Wednesday 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Thursday 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Friday 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Sunday 9:00 am – 9:00 pm

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Lark and Michael welcome you to Lovelace Manor Bed and Breakfast. Located in Lancaster PA, the heart of Amish Country, we are just minutes away from numerous historic sites, Amish country farmlands, outlet shopping and abundant antiquing.

Built in 1882, Lovelace Manor B&B has been described by the Historic Preservation Trust of Lancaster County as one of the more elegant examples of the Second Empire style domestic architecture in Lancaster Pennsylvania. From the ornate porches with brackets and pendants, to the interior elements of 12 foot ceilings and etched glass doors, visitors have an opportunity to step back in time.

Free wireless internet. Game room with pool table.

Massage, how about a relaxing massage during your stay? $ 70 for one hour.

Amish Dinner, ask us about setting up dinner with an Amish family during your stay.

Featured on HGTV’s «If Walls Could Talk»

History

Established in 2000.

Lark and Michael opened Lovelace Manor in Oct 2000 after spending almost a year renovating this 1882 Second Empire Victorian Mansion. Since it’s opening Lovelace Manor has been host to 1000’s of guests from all 50 States and more than 30 Countries. Each guest room is named after women from the poems of Col. Richard Lovelace who is one of Larks ancestors and an acclaimed poet from the 1600s. Each of our guestrooms are decorated differently but each has private bathrooms and TV/​VCR/​DVD.

Meet the Business Owner

Lark and Michael M.

Business Owner

Lark and Michael moved to Pennsylvania in June 2000 to follow their dream of becoming Innkeepers. They most recently lived in Tennessee where Lark worked for Nortel Networks as a Marketing Manager and Michael was an independent computer consultant. Michael’s talents in home restoration can be seen throughout Lovelace Manor. With their roots in the South, they hope to offer a touch of southern hospitality to their historic Pennsylvania Victorian mansion.

One of Lark’s interests includes genealogy. One of her more famous ancestors is the great 17th century poet Richard Lovelace, whose works are found throughout the house. She is also an eBay enthusiast where she has been able to collect Lovelace patterned china, silver and crystal to compliment the furnishings of Lovelace Manor.

The McCarley family welcome you into their home and look forward to meeting new friends and extending their hospitality.

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20 reviews of Lovelace Manor Bed & Breakfast

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Place rating: 5
New York, NY
Such a lovely place and we had a blast from beginning to end. We added this to places we stayed while on our mini-​moon adventures and were greeted by the lovely owners– Lark & Micheal — and instantly we felt right at home. But not just any home, a incredibly beautiful home that we could only dream of owning! ;)
Our room was impeccably clean and the décor was soft and romantic. We had loads of space, as this room also included a sitting room. The bathtub was one of the highlights as it was a large claw-​foot soaker tub. And the bed was like a cloud with the softest sheets I have ever felt. We were in heaven.
The owners were gracious enough to give us loads of info on what to do in Amish country and we were also treated to a welcome port that was delicious. Breakfast in the morning was a yummy event and the dining room was gorgeous.
Overall it was a stay we wish we could have enjoyed for longer. Highly recommend! :)
Place rating: 5
Croydon, PA
I highly recommend Lovelace Manor! My husband and I stayed there as a weekday getaway for my birthday. Lark and Michael were incredibly sweet and helpful in suggesting places for us to go and see. Their recommendation of The Loft restaurant was on point and we also enjoyed walking around Lititz Main St. We stayed in the Rose room which was more than I could have asked for. The original sink and oversized claw foot tub were a dream. The tub was perfect for a long relaxing soak. The king sized bed made it feel like my husband and I were sleeping in separate beds. The sheets were incredibly soft and comfortable, so much so that were looking in to getting a set for our own bed. We also enjoyed having a separate sitting room although we didn’t have much time to take advantage of it. My husband also had strawberries covered in chocolate delivered to the room for my birthday. They were deliciously ripe and sweet, a perfect treat. The breakfast Lark and Michael made for us was fantastic. I really enjoyed the strawberries and pineapple covered in coconut shavings and the fresh mango juice. She also made an egg and cheese puff, watermelon and oranges cut up, a ham slice, and roasted potatoes. We enjoyed our stay so much were already planning another trip again.
Place rating: 5
Winchester, VA
The stay was wonderful… perfect — the home beautiful in every way. I told Lark that what really made the experience a cut above was her and her husband. They truly bring southern hospitality to Amish country. The breakfasts were amazing. Larks knowledge of the area and willingness to share it allowed us to really enjoy our exploring of the country there. Accommodating in every way! 5 stars!
Place rating: 5
King of Prussia, PA
I recently rented out all 4 rooms at Lovelace Manor for the weekend of my wedding. I spoke with Lark for several months prior to the weekend to work out reservations /​payments and weekend details. Lark was always very quick to respond and answered any and all questions I had along the way.
The weekend of our reservation I could not have been more pleased with the accommodations! The rooms are beautiful and spacious, and the breakfast layout was fantastic! My bridal party used the B&B as our headquarters to get ready, and Lark and Michael were very welcoming to the makeup crew as well as photographers that came in and took over the place! They were also very accommodating when our groomsmen as well as members of my husband’s family came over to take pictures before the wedding. Really, the whole property was so beautiful I can’t wait to see how the pictures came out!
Overall, I will absolutely be back to the Lovelace, next time for a more relaxing trip, lol. If you’re looking for a place to stay during your travels to or through Lancaster, I highly recommend the Lovelace Manor!
Place rating: 5
Costa Mesa, CA
Lark & Michael were amazing Innkeepers. So welcoming & friendly. My room was very spacious and the bed and pillows were so comfy. The electric fireplace added ambiance and heat to my room –a great amenity. Breakfast was so so delicious and was varied each of the 4 mornings I stayed. Coffee, teas and snacks available at all times. I truly felt «at home» here. Lark has a map and directions to «off road» places as well as tourist areas.
We sat around the dining room table each evening as they asked what I did that day. These are the best innkeepers I have ever come across. I would definitely stay again when in that area
Place rating: 5
El Cajon, CA
Thanks Lark and Michael for sharing your incredible home and hospitality with us.
We stayed in «the Rose Room» with the fantastic claw foot bathtub.
The sitting room within the room was so perfect to watch TV while hubby slept in the comfy
king sized bed in the other chamber.
Breakfasts were amazing, and your home
was perfect to come back to after hectic days touring the LANCASTER area…
I couldn’t have chosen a more perfect place for comfort, accessibility, and character!
Place rating: 5
Westfield, MA
Beautiful B & B, great hosts (tons of local knowledge), immaculate, reasonable, well appointed rooms, unbelievable breakfasts. We keep returning whenever we’re in Lancaster.
Place rating: 5
Lafayette Hill, PA
For a one night getaway, we stayed at the Lovelace Manor for the first time this past Saturday night. We stayed in the Lucasta Room. I am a spoiled patron of «five star hotels» and some of the world’s best boutique hotels. I cannot think of enough superlatives to describe the Lucasta room and the owners of the Lovelace Manor, Lark and Michael.
The bed, sheets and pillows: awesome. The room itself was large, very clean, quiet and simply beautiful. The room furnishings, fans, window shutters, bathroom, extra in-​room sink, large well lit writing desk, chairs, quiet air conditioning unit, etc, etc. were terrific. I am a sometimes hard-​to-​please hotel guest. I loved this room. Everything about it.
The house itself and grounds were beautiful. Walk around the property. They keep beautiful doves in the rear of the lush and tranquil backyard. The owners were very accommodating and a pleasure to deal with. Breakfast was excellent the following morning.
To make matters better (if that is possible), the owner’s (Lark and Michael) local restaurant suggestion (Belvidere Inn) was outstanding. Our stay at the Lovelace Manor was excellent. I highly and enthusiastically recommend the Lucasta Room (if available) and this Bed and Breakfast. I’ll be back.
Place rating: 5
Arlington, VA
My husband and I recently stayed at Lovelace and it was wonderful. The room (Athea) although was there smallest is actually quiet large. The bed was comfortable and they provided everything you could need. The breakfast was delicious. I am Gluten Intolerant and Lark & Michael had muffins that were gluten free for me and she also makes her own granola which was amazing :) It was very wonderful. Lark and Michel were exceptional hosts. They had lots of information about where to go and what to do and where to eat that was helpful. (We ate dinner at The Aussie and the Fox one night… very good). My husband and I would definitely stay here again if we make it back up to lancaster :)
Place rating: 5
Harrisburg, PA
We stayed 2 nights and service was great. Having said that, the only draw backs were, no in-​room mini refrigerator to store drinks and the elevator system is automatic. Guess can’t control the elevator once inside. This presented a problem during the evening rush, as well as check-​in/​check-​out, when guess needed to get up/​down quickly. The elevator couldn’t keep up with the demand. At one point, the hotel personnel was needed to get everyone on and off faster than the system. I love this hotel for its service and awesome location. Room 3638 is the room with a direct view of the ball drop, if you happen to visit during New Years holiday.
Place rating: 5
Portland, OR
Amazing experience! Lark and Michael thank you so much for such great hospitality, we enjoyed everything about our stay! We slept on the most comfortable sheets and bed and it was spacious and air conditioned! I think we stayed in the Lucasta room and it was beautiful! The whole house was welcoming and detailed perfectly! The breakfast was really yummy too, started out with sorbet and Greek yogurt, then omelet and fruit, and to finish off the best fluffy blueberry scone I ever had! One of the best parts was actually sitting down and talking with Michael and lark, felt like we knew them for years! Def staying here again! Everybody needs to stay at this B&B:) thanks again!
Place rating: 5
NY, NY
We stayed at the Lovelace Manor Bed and Breakfast yesterday and it was one of the best experiences either of us have had of the «bed in breakfast» type. We stayed in the «Rose Suite» and it was beyond magical. The bed was the most comfortable bed we’ve ever slept in. The room was beautiful and the vibe throughout the house was one of love. We even had a separate sitting room.
Lark and Michael were extremely helpful and gave us great dinner recommendations in town (Try out the Belvedere Inn) and a detailed back country map through Amish country that guided our exploration. We enjoyed our time in Lancaster immensely and it was largely because of our decision to stay at the Lovelace Manor B and B.
Breakfast rocked too.
5 stars.
Dave and Amy
Place rating: 5
Brookline, MA
This was my inaugural bed and breakfast experience, and I’m afraid that it spoiled me beyond repair. It was a truly wonderful stay.
Lark and Michael were so accommodating – we had never been to Lancaster area before, and their tips for where to visit were spot on. They made a special map for us to have a sort of «off the beaten path» tour, and it was just lovely.
We stayed in the Althea room, which I believe is their smallest, but was SO charming. The bed – oh, the bed – it was the most comfortable bed I think I’ve ever slept on. I am going to lose sleep at home now thinking about how much I loved that bed!
The breakfasts were equally flawless. I have to to avoid dairy and meat, and another guest is gluten-​free – but they adjusted our meals easily, and VERY tastily (just give them a head’s up when you book your stay, so that they can get some prep time).
Honestly – we could not have asked for a better experience. It was perfect. If ever I have a reason to be in Lancaster again, I know exactly where I will go.
In conclusion: do yourself a favor, and book yourself a stay at Lovelace Manor. You will leave with nothing but fond memories!
Place rating: 5
Garden City, NY
We frequently visit B&B’s after many years of business travel staying in chain hotels. I’m looking for comfort, ambience, quality and surroundings that I aspire to have in my own home at a reasonable price. Lovelace Manor has it all. But even more. At first I was a skeptic of so many high ratings when I reviewed this and other sites regarding Lovelace Manor. Having stayed here only two nights (they were full), I understand why so many guests rated it highly and are «repeat guests». Lark and Michael simply keep the Manor in wonderful condition and continually attend to the smallest of details to ensure your stay is perfect. The wraparound porch and garden are perfect for sipping wine from the nearby vineyards after a day of touring. There is so much to do in this area; it requires more than one trip.
We stayed in the Rose Room with a king size bed and attached full antique bathroom, all decorated beautifully with old and new amenities. The suite had wonderful cross ventilation, sunshine and moonlight if you just wanted to open windows versus use fans, air conditioning, heating or fireplace (electric/​gas, not sure). It had so many temperature choices! It included an attached reading/​living room with second TV. and fireplace
The hosts, Lark and Michael are like immediate family members. Kind, knowledgeable and very accommodating to diverse needs. Homemade breakfasts are bountiful and special. Croissant French toast, sausage, assortment of juices and fantastic pineapple, berry and cantaloupe fruit plate, teas and coffees. Homemade granola parfait, and Grandmas secret recipe cinnamon scones, Lovelace Manor’s version of Eggs Benedict, bacon and roast potatoes. In addition, Lark is always baking something delicious to leave as a snack in the kitchen for the guests (coconut chip cookies, brownie fudge pie). We are planning a second stay in the near future and will bring our Mom. I know now to reserve well in advance. This place is a secret to «those in the know»!
Place rating: 5
San Diego, CA
My family and I stayed in three of the four beautifully appointed rooms at the Lovelace Manor. It was located just a short distance from Lime Spring Farm, where a family wedding took
Place.
Lark and Michael were superb hosts. All of our needs had been anticipated. There was want for nothing. We found the Manor to be ideal for a group, especially as we needed to prepare for the wedding. We could not have had the fun or camaraderie we experienced at a hotel.
Michael and Lark were outstanding cooks, with Saturday and Sunday’s breakfast being very delicious and different from each other (the sweet croissant french toast was a hit for the drive home).
The experience was outstanding and I would stay here again whenever business or leisure bring my family and me back to the Lancaster area.
Place rating: 5
Leesburg, VA
We had a great time spending an Anniversary weekend at the Lovelace. The house is magnificent and Lark and Michael were gracious and hospitable from the moment we arrived and really made a wonderful stay for us. We stayed in the Lucasta room and really liked having such a large stately room. Looking forward to a return trip here!
Place rating: 5
Boca Raton, FL
If you’re looking for a B&B in the Lancaster area stop looking. Trust me, book this one. Run by Lark and Michael and they will make you feel like company, not guests. The house, it’s like going back in time, Big wrap around porch. Decorated inside with all kinds of neat period pieces. Hugh curved pocket doors. The main dining room was set with fresh flowers from the garden each morning. We booked the Rose suite, Hugh Master bedroom with a separate sitting room and a private bathroom in suite that has a huge claw foot tub with shower. The king bed had some really nice sheets that you would think was very expensive Egyptian cotton but it tunrs out their microfiber. Whatever, they’re the icest sheets I ever slept on.
Lark will ask you about any dining preferences you have and what time you would like to eat. She makes an outstanding breakfast, For example, Lark made croissant french toast with cinnamon butter along with fruit and pastry egg cups.
There’s homemade cookies and a Kurig machine to use along with a refridge with beer in it. This is sooooo much better then a hotel.
Also when you book, they send you a link to coupons for in the Lancaster area for restaurants and places of interest in the area.
Place rating: 5
Ringgold, GA
My post is a little overdue… We stayed here a few weeks ago. It was wonderful! The house is absolutely beautiful and everything in it. Breakfast was amazing both mornings! Lark and Michael are awesome host that enjoy what they do! Our room was very nice and the bed was as comfortable as my own!
We will definantly go back when we get a chance.
Place rating: 5
Harrisburg, PA
The Lovelace Manor proved to be a wonder BnB for a weekend getaway. The 1800’s house is beautifully decorated and restored to a level that creates a welcoming but elegant atmosphere for the guests.
The hosts and the set up of the house helped make us have a very relaxing and fun weekend. The rooms all have private baths and are beautifully decorated. A carafe of port was waiting in our room upon our arrival.
The breakfasts served were filling, delicious, and showed the extra effort the hosts put in to make the most of the BnB experience.
One of our favorite parts of the Lovelace was the stocked butler’s pantry that all guest could access 24hrs a day. The pantry contained drinks, snacks, coffee, tea, and freshly baked goodies! These little extras added the «home» feeling to our stay.
We would stay here again!
Place rating: 5
Marathon, NY
I cannot say enough about the gracious hospitality of Lark and Michael. They demonstrate their enthusiasm for being innkeepers with the finest of B&B’s. They anticipate every need and accommodate every wish. Staying with them is like staying with your favorite relatives and then you wish they were your relatives! The Lovelace Manor is not to be missed and you will want return again and again…
April 2010 — The previous paragraph was my first review in 2005 and we have returned three times. There is no place better. Lark and Michael continue to outdo themselves with new activities for us to indulge in. Take them up on the dinners with the Amish families — its so much fun and good food too.