Doylestown
Welcome to the county seat of Bucks County, a spectacular place that’s home to magnificent castles, unique specialty shops, exceptional dining options and one-of-a-kind pieces of American history.
Dining
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Built by archeologist and collector Henry Mercer between 1908 and 1912, Fonthill Castle is an eclectic mix of Gothic, Medieval and Byzantine architecture. Each of the 44 rooms that make up this structure is adorned with beautiful handcrafted tiles.
Wake up your senses with a delicious breakfast at the Zen Den. Conveniently located downtown, this café offers rich and savory fare such as their fresh quiche or grilled pound cake in a cozy atmosphere complete with perAbout one mile from Fonthill’s formances from local musicians and monthly rotating art exhibits front door sits Mercer’s other castle, The Mercer Museum. Built from local artists. For some of the freshest sea- to house Mercer’s elaborate colfood in the region, come to lection of historical artifacts, the the Lobster Claw Doylestown, a museum now holds more than locally-owned seafood market 50,000 items representing 60 and restaurant that offers tasty early American trades, displayed exactly as Henry Mercer left them fare at great prices. a century ago.
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History This bustling town is filled with pieces of history, including the Moravian Pottery & Tile Works. Built by Henry Mercer to produce handmade tiles, Moravian Continued on page 24
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Relax in one of the 78 guest rooms offered at Hampton Inn Doylestown for the night and don’t forget to recharge yourself the next day with their delicious hot breakfast selection, included in your stay.
Head downtown for a brief tour at the Bucks County Civil War Museum. View unique artifacts from the American Civil War, including an authentic Abraham Lincoln life Home to eclectic shopping, mask. riverside dining, impressive Arts and Culture theater and cultural attracBrowse the masterpieces tions, New Hope is a small town on display at the James A. Mi- with a big city feel. In fact, New chener Art Museum. Home to an Hope was even named one of impressive collection of Pennsyl- “America’s Favorite Towns” by vania Impressionist paintings, this Travel + Leisure.
New Hope
museum hosts rotating exhibits as well as permanent displays.
Just outside Doylestown, see the Bell Capital of America in Malmark Bellcraftsmen, a familyowned working factory where they’ve been creating handbells for 40 years.
Stay Here
Dining
So near and yet so far. Just two miles south of the New Hope town center is a nationally acclaimed romantic getaway. Nestled on a 5-acre gated estate, The Inn at Bowman’s Hill has been the recipient of the prestigious AAA Four-Diamond award for 9 consecutive years … a perfect combination of romance and diamonds. The inn features just 8 suites and is proof that ‘good things come in small packages!’
Hargrave House is an excellent place to rest your head. Spend a night or two in one of their seven guest suites which offer all the amenities of home and more to There are two new flagship ensure your stay is comfortable suites, the 800 square foot Pentand stress-free. house and the more formal General Washington Suite. Both feature private decks with panoramic views of the manicured grounds. We think the General himself would have approved. Rates include a multi-course, gourmet breakfast with a selection of cooked-to-order entrees. Choices include a scrumptious full-English ‘signature’ breakfast – it may be cholesterol-to-go, but it’s only once! Breakfast can be served by the landscaped pool, in the conservatory, in the rustic dining room or delivered to your suite! A team of massage therapists also offer optional simultaneous couples massage– a wonderful bonding experience in the privacy of your own guestroom. Although just across the river, a stay at the inn offers a faraway experience – a relaxing finish to a fun-filled day in the heart of Bucks County. The Inn at Bowman’s Hill 518 Lurgan Road, New Hope, Pennsylvania, 215/862-8090 theinnatbowmanshill.com. Marsha Brown brings a taste of New Orleans to Bucks County, serving up Creole favorites like fried catfish, po’ boys and gumbo ya-ya in a renovated stone church. The Logan Inn specializes in Mediterranean dishes, including octopus, lamb and Kobe steaks. During the summer months, enjoy al fresco dining along Main Street or venture riverside for waterfront dining along the scenic Delaware River.
Shopping Take a stroll down New Hope’s Main Street and browse through the town’s collection of unique shops and boutiques. Hand-crafted household items, jewelry and pottery are among the many unique gifts available at Heart of the Home. Look your best with the latest European fashions for men and women at Savioni Designer Boutique. Continued on page 26
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New Hope, PA $2,250,000
Stockton, NJ $799,000
Flemington, NJ $1,295,000
Exquisite 1800 fieldstone home with expansive river views. Living room with fireplace, library with built-ins and fireplace, sunroom, elegant dining room and restored kitchen. 2-car barn with workshop and apartment.
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Circa 1757 restored Federal home on 10 acres. New baths and a gourmet, eat-in kitchen. Original random width wood floors and 4 fireplaces. Barn with horse stalls and fenced pastures. In-ground pool and pool house.
Elegant circa 1850 Federal home on 3+ lush acres. Gourmet kitchen, formal dining room and grand living room separated by a center hall entry. Exquisite master suite and 4 guest suites. Stone patios and pool. Large barn.
New Hope, PA $895,000
Pipersville, PA $925,000
Yardley, PA $799,000
Lambertville, NJ $584,400
“Mountain Top Lodge” Custom timber frame home offering total privacy and breathtaking views. Great room with cathedral ceiling, fireplace and exposed beams. Open dining room and kitchen with island. 4-car garage.
Spacious 6 bedroom, 3 ½ bath farmhouse style colonial set on 11.25 acres. 3 impressive stone fireplaces. Well-appointed kitchen with walkin pantry. Spectacular sunroom. 2-tiered deck with pergola. Pool. Heated workshop/barn.
Spacious Cape home on over an acre offering beautiful Delaware River views. Open family room and dining room, kitchen with island, sunroom with vaulted ceiling and 5 large bedrooms. Finished lower level.
Meticulously restored vintage farmhouse surrounded by 600 acres of preserved land. Large front porch. Wide plank pine floors, exposed wood beams and 4 working fireplaces. Spacious, updated kitchen. 3 car Shaker shed.
New Hope, PA $1,325,000
Stockton, NJ $1,395,000
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Pipersville, PA $899,000
Elegant, French 5 bedroom, 4 1/2 bath custom home on 2 acres with luxurious pool with waterfalls, spa. Grand foyer, great room, library, sunroom, theater, master suite with fireplace. Tennis court. Private, park setting.
Private 31.43 acre estate. Handsome 18th century stone farmhouse with state of the art kitchen. Large stone fireplaces. Pretty brick terrace. Spring house, root cellar and ice house. Outstanding landscape design.
A long driveway meanders to this exquisite home. A dramatic entrance opens to elegant rooms. Lovely dining room. Living room with fireplace opens to a terrace edged by stone walls. First floor master with fireplace.
41+ acre farm with circa 1850 farmhouse, guest house, 7 stall horse barn, 2-story storage barn with 2-bay garage and separate office building with additional 2-bay garage. Fenced pastures. In-ground pool.
Doylestown, PA $749,000
Lambertville, NJ $399,000
Springfield, PA $1,595,000
Princeton, NJ $429,000
Great fixer upper on 14 acres. Stone farmhouse with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths. Antique bank barn. 1 car detached garage. Gracious living room, kitchen and dining combo. Porch and slate patio.
Historic brick charmer overlooking the Delaware River in the heart of town. Sweet covered front porch. Hardwood floors. Open kitchen and dining room, great for entertaiing. Amazing deck with covered roof.
Enjoy breathtaking views from “Xoarvia” set on over 8 rolling and wooded acres. Exceptional architectural details and magnificent stone and woodwork are found throughout this unique custom home. Truly stunning!
Well-kept 2nd floor condo overlooking Nassau St and the beautiful university campus beyond. True in-town living. Oak floors and ample closets. Kitchen with cherry cabinets, tile backsplash and quality appliances.
Doylestown, PA $399,000
Titusville, NJ $815,000
Lambertville, NJ $795,000
New Hope, PA $818,000
Charming home on 3.21 wooded acres. Original random width pine floors. Upgraded kitchen with new counters and stainless appliances, open to the great room with fireplace. First floor master suite. 2-car garage.
Spacious antique farmhouse with 2 story foyer, large country kitchen, greenhouse room and in-law suite. 3 fireplaces. 10 acres with pond, lush stream corridor and expasive grass fields for horses or other livestock.
Beautifully restored historic home with large addition. Gourmet kitchen and open family room with fireplace. Large master suite with balcony access. 5 off street parking spaces. Detached garage/workshop. Private yard.
Custom built colonial on 11.46 acres adjacent to Lookaway Golf Club. Lovely living room with fireplace. Large solarium with exposed stone walls. Eat-in kitchen. First floor main bedroom suite. In-ground pool, patio and 2 car garage.
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Continued from page 24 Shopping Highlight: Gracious Living. Hal & Melinda Kuehne first established themselves as dedicated designers when commissioned by Armstrong World Industries to design & create large scale display items for use in their national advertising. Their reputation grew and, at the request of numerous clients, they moved on to upholstery, drapery and interior design for the home as well as restaurant, office and the spa. Their designs have been installed from Florida to California, Canada, Paris & England. Their philosophy is to approach each project, large or small, with equal respect for their customer’s personalities, budgets and lifestyles, with quality and integrity of utmost importance.
Nightlife
Step back in a time with a walk along the towpath in Delaware Canal State Park. The canal, stretching 60 miles from Easton in the north to Bristol in the south, runs through the heart of downtown New Hope
The Raven has become a popular destination among the LGBT community. When summer rolls around, locals and visitors flock to the outdoor pool and cabana.
Ride the rails of history along the New Hope & Ivyland Railroad. A 1925 steam locomotive or powerful diesel engine lead passengers on a 45-minute rides through Bucks County’s picturesque countryside.
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Make sure to save room for dessert from Sweet Pea Creams & Confection. From Homemade The Wishing Well Guest- ice cream to hand-dipped chocohouse is a TAG Approved Ac- late pretzels to gourmet brownies commodation and has been and more, Sweet Pea Creams has everything you need to satisfy lauded by OUT Magazine. your dessert needs. Bed and Breakfasts
Catch a performance at the historic Bucks County Playhouse. Greats of stage and screen, including Liza Minelli, Robert Redford and Grace Kelly have performed at “America’s Most Famous SumJust a few miles south of town mer Theater” in its 75-year hisis luxurious Inn at Bowman’s Hill. tory. One of the most popular spots This AAA Four-Diamond bed and in town, Havana Restaurant & breakfast offers four rooms and Bar is known for its great Carib- three suites, perfect for a romanbean food and live music, bring- tic weekend getaway.
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It’s always Happy Hour at the Green Parrot Restaurant and Pub! LGBT Stop by the historic inn for a deliThe eclectic community of New cious meal made with fresh, local Hope is the gay-friendly center- ingredients. piece of Bucks County’s breathThe nearby Washington Crosstaking countryside. ing Inn offers fabulous American
Downtown New Hope features exceptional accommodations like the 1870 Wedgwood Inn, featuring eight guest rooms and an impressive collection of Wedgwood Pottery for which the Inn takes its name.
ing national touring acts to Bucks County.
see and do. From historic inns full of history to classic American film, there’s plenty of fun for everyone in Newtown, PA.
Newtown
Savor the Scenery: The perfect setting for a
relaxed dining experience, a romantic getaway, cocktails or dessert after work, an event with friends and family – all with a breathtaking view of the Delaware River.
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Check out the vintage paperback novels and records at Newtown Book & Record Exchange, a specialty shop that is perfect for book and music lovers.
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If you have a sweet tooth, make sure to stop by the historic Whitehall Building in the borough and satisfy all your candy needs at Snacks by the LB. Tantalize your taste buds with the gourmet olive oils and balsamic vinegars on tap at The Tubby Olive. Taste a few in-house to find your favorites, try out new recipes which feature the store’s best oils or take some home to incorporate into your own cooking.
Founded by Willian Penn in 1684, Newtown has been and continues to be one of the “coolest small towns in the nation” as declared by Yahoo! Travel. With a main street lined with unique History Stand in the footsteps of Genshops, taverns and restaurants as eral George Washington at the well as a bustling festival calendar, there is always something to Continued on page 27
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Bristol
site where he crossed the DelaThe former county seat of ware River on Christmas Night Bucks County, Bristol is full of 1776, Washington Crossing His- historic buildings and locations toric Park. just waiting to be discovered. Make sure to travel a few miles From an old movie house turned down the road to Bowman’s Hill into a professional theater to a Tower, a 125-foot-tall monu- variety of ethnic festivals that ment to Washington and his celebrate everyone’s unique troops which offers a gorgeous heritage and everything in be14-mile view of the surrounding tween, Bristol is bustling with exciting activity. area. Also in Washington’s Crossing is the David Library of the American Revolution, a specialized research library which houses an elaborate collection of American historical artifacts and documents dating back to the 1700s.
Arts and Culture Take in a moving performance from the Newtown Arts Company, a nonprofit organization that presents a variety of theatrical shows ranging from classic dramas and comedies to contemporary musicals and everything in between. Catch a flick at the oldest movie theater in the United States, the Newtown Theatre. Since opening in 1906 when it projected the film images of the San Francisco earthquake to a full house of viewers, this theater has remained a vital part of the community. Using a 64-year-old 35 mm film projector, the Theatre shows a variety of movies from independent and foreign films to the classic movies of a bygone era whose posters adorn the walls of the beloved cinema.
Dining
Located on the Delaware River with five dining rooms, a historic tavern and an outdoor riverfront patio, the King George II Inn is a staple of the Bristol community.
History
remained nestled in the countryside, delivering an extraordiVisit the Margaret R. Grundy nary dining experience to all of Memorial Museum, where you’ll its guests. get a look at the interior of one If you need some locallyof these beautiful town houses cultivated spirits to go with that is so pristine, you’ll think your meal, look no further than you’re stepping back in time. Unami Ridge Winery. This small, Travel just a few miles away family-run winery specializes to Levittown to visit the former in delectable, European-style home of the affluent Pemberwhite wines as well as expertlyton family, Bolton Mansion. The crafted reds. beautifully-restored 17th century mansion is a great example of History Early Bucks County architecture. Originally settled by the Religious Society of Friends, QuakArts and Culture ertown has been the hub of soRelax by the Delaware River cial activity in the Upper Bucks while you read through generaCounty area throughout the tions of local and international course of its history. books at the Margaret R. Grundy Stop by Knecht’s Covered Memorial Library. You’ll learn more about the history and cul- Bridge. Also known as a “kissture of Bristol, the Grundy family ing bridge,” Knecht’s has been genealogy and your other inter- standing since 1873. ests. Antiquing
Another splendid dining option in Bristol is the Golden Eagle Diner & Bakery. The charm of their brass and wood furnishings creates the perfect atmoLocated just a short walk from sphere to get comfortable and the library in the heart of the enjoy elegant, delicious dining town is Bristol Riverside Theatre. at an affordable cost. The quaint theatre has a large Shopping stage capable of big shows, and Bristol’s Mill Street is lined with provides a cultural hub for the unique shops and boutiques community. such as Another Time Antiques. Oldfashioned furniture, art, jewelry, glassware and other antiquities are still in fashion at this fantastic antique store. Pick up a personalized gift for your loved ones at Great I.D.’s by Anne. This shop specializes in beautiful, custom embroidered gifts for people of all ages that are sure to put a smile on your face, and the faces of your loved ones.
Antique Mall is family-owned Play and operated and holds a variThere’s no better familyety of antiquities ranging from friendly getaway than Sesame furniture and old prints to greetPlace®, the nation’s only theme ing cards and sheet music. park dedicated to the awardStay Here winning children’s television Stay at the newly-constructed show, Sesame Street®. Children Springhill Suites Quakertown big and small will enjoy the and enjoy comfortable over- exciting rides, water attracsized rooms as well as an indoor tions, festivals, parades, colorful shows and everyone’s favorite heated pool to relax in. furry friends.
Langhorne
From its beginnings as a crossroads called Four Lanes End in the 17th century, to the bustling town it is today, Langhorne, PA has always been filled with activities. Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly amusement park, or fine Italian dining, you can find it here.
Dining
Guests at Arirang Hibachi Steakhouse can enjoy delicious With its rich history, it seems Japanese cuisine and a live cookonly natural that Quakertown ing show from expert chefs. is full of unique antique shops For fine Italian dining, look offering visitors an eclectic seno further than Bella Tori at the lection of items. Antiques at 200 Mansion. Relax in the elegant East features multiple dealers, ballroom, or Chefs Parlor and offering a wide range of collectfeast on different selections ables, including Victorian Glasssuch as the Rigatoni Alla Bella, ware, pottery, prints, costume Since William Penn obtained and jewelry, antique toy trains Garlic Rosemary Roasted Rack of Lamb or Veal Parmatori. the first land grant for the area and more. of Quakertown in 1701, this East Broad Antiques is located Shopping workingman’s settlement has just footsteps away and also feaWhether you’re trying to find thrived for hundreds of years tures an assortment of vintage the perfect gift or looking for and continues to give visitors clothing, ceramics, china, toys something unique to add to the charming impression of a and more. your home décor, the Lenox small town set in the quaint Make sure to visit the more Warehouse Store is a must-visit. countryside. than 12,000-square-foot Quak- Featuring items from Lenox, Dining ertown Antique Mall to truly Gorham and Dansk Brands, Stop by The Brick Tavern Inn satisfy your antiquing desire. Lo- there’s something to fit any for a delicious take on American cated in an old hosiery mill, the shopping need and budget. Cuisine. Since 1818, this Inn has
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For even more kid-friendly fun, head to BounceU of Langhorne and enjoy a variety of bouncy attractions perfect for the whole family. Practice your swing during a round of golf at Oxford Valley Golf Course located in nearby Fairless Hills. This public course offers golfers a nine-hole, Par 31 course to test your skills on. Not quite ready for the big leagues yet? Try your hand at a round of miniature golf at Golf Adventure. Enjoy 18 holes of golfing fun and then hit the snack bar for a tasty treat.
Get Outside Enjoy the great outdoors in Langhorne, PA at Core Creek Park. Explore nature trails teeming with wildlife on foot or on horseback, get on the water in a kayak or canoe available to rent on-site or enjoy a relaxing picnic on the lush lakeside greenery. Even man’s best friend can play at the Bucks County OffLeash Dog Park. With two fenced in areas that separate the dogs by weight, Fido is free to run around and make new friends in a safe environment.
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