Vacations in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania

Vacations in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania

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Gettysburg is the official seat of Adams County, Pa., with a resident population of only 8,000 people (according to recent U.S. Census Bureau statistics). However, the area draws tens of thousands more every year due to its historical significance as a key battlefield site during the American Civil War. The area also has several beautiful trails that are ideal for nature walks and birdwatching as well as activities like wine tasting, golfing and scenic drives through the countryside. Guests can choose from a number of quality lodging accommodations in Gettysburg with vacation packages that appeal to all types of travelers.

The Gaslight Inn--Essential Gettysburg Package

This charming bed-and-breakfast style lodge is only one block from Lincoln Square in the center of town and one block from the Culps Hill area of the battlefield at Confederate Avenue. The property offers a number of indulgences, from fruit and cheese platters to in-room massages to flowers and chocolate-covered strawberries for romantic couples. Guests will enjoy a full gourmet breakfast each morning, while numerous restaurants offering lunch and dinner are within walking distance. Pleasantly decorated guestrooms feature queen or king beds, private bath, cable television and high-speed Internet access. Some rooms also have a Jacuzzi tub and fireplace. The Essential Gettysburg Package includes deluxe accommodations, two two-day tickets to the National Park Visitor Center, a two-hour tour of the battlefield with a licensed guide and choice of a Shriver House Museum, Eisenhower Farm or historic Wills House tour. Interested parties may also inquire about other package deals that are available.

The Gaslight Inn
33 E. Middle St.
Gettysburg, PA 17325
(717) 337-9100
thegaslightinn.com

Liberty Mountain Resort--Gettysburg Package Plan

This popular, well-maintained resort is ideal for winter vacations, providing snowy, white slopes for skiing, snowboarding and tubing as well as professional ski instructors for guests of all ages. During warmer months, resort guests will find almost a dozen golf courses within a 30-mile radius. Property amenities include a local shuttle bus service, seasonal lockers, child care services, swimming pool, conference rooms and a Starbucks coffeehouse. In addition, the on-site restaurant is open seven days a week and offers casual family-style dining. Stylish guest rooms are all non-smoking and feature cable television, radio alarm clock, telephone with voice mail, private balcony and Wi-Fi access. The resort's package plan includes room accommodations, battlefield bus tour with either dramatized audio narration or licensed guide, and access to six different museums, including the Soldiers National Museum, Lincoln Train Museum and American Civil War Museum.

Liberty Mountain Resort
78 Country Club Trail
Carroll Valley, PA 17320
(717) 642-8282
skiliberty.com

Battlefield Bed & Breakfast Inn--Theme Weekends & Romance Packages

Travelers looking for something different can opt to stay at this Civil War-era farmhouse originally built in 1809, which is nestled on 30 scenic acres of the battlefield behind Big Round Top. This colonial bed-and-breakfast features outdoor gardens, picnic tables, a bonfire pit and a pond with a rowboat in the spring. All guests are treated to a hot, homemade breakfast, while friendly staff can recommend other local eateries for lunch and dinner. Each guestroom is individually decorated and features custom furniture, plush bedding, private bath with tub and shower, satellite television, central air and heating, and high-speed wireless Internet access. Some rooms also have a fireplace. In addition, this hotel is pet-friendly. Theme weekends change from month to month, with past events including an all-girls weekend with various workshops and an Irish celebration with Celtic food and dancing. Romance packages include accommodations, roses, champagne, strawberries and massages for two.

Battlefield Bed & Breakfast Inn
2264 Emmitsburg Road
Gettysburg, PA 17325
(717) 334-8804
gettysburgbattlefield.com

Article Written By Mark Heidelberger

Mark Heidelberger has been writing for more than 17 years, with recent articles appearing on various websites. He has also written, rewritten and developed dozens of feature-film screenplays and manages a number of film and television writers. He holds a master's degree from University of California, Los Angeles in film and television producing.

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