Lora and Tom have been so great during my extended stay. Communication is wonderful, and I love this little hidden gem!

We loved it so much that we ended extending our stay .

Tom and Lora were so kind - our travel plans unexpectedly got a little off schedule and we arrived late and they were understanding! The cabin was more than we expected, and Tom and Lora had excellent recommendations for food in the area and places for us to explore. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a quiet get away from reality!

If they want some place convenient to roads and town and they don't mind the noise, go for it. They should also know that it is very rustic and not attractive.

Sweet little place to stay & wonderful hosts

Tom and Lora were kind, caring and attentive hosts. It was a pleasure to stay in their cozy, historical guest room. The space was clean and well appointed.

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Very clean nice place to stay close to shopping and places to eat. We would recommend staying here. The owners were very friendly and helpful.

Quaint, quiet, unique location. The rain sounds lovely on the tin roof.

Nice cozy room that has almost all the things you would expect in a hotel room, but without the noisy neighbors. Tom and Lora do a great job at making you feel at home. Would recommend and stay again.

Lora and Tom's place was absolutely perfect. The room was very spacious and yet cozy. The keurig and snacks were a great touch. It was very clean and comfortable. We will definitely be back.

It's a lovely little space. You can see the stars at night out on the porch. They had the pullout prepared for our children & toys set out for them to play with. The shower is really nice & big with a space to sit.

Andea was an excellent host. She told us she wanted us to enjoy our stay & did everything possible to make it so. We were just happy to vej out in front of the TV which she gave us full use of, even the remotes to choose the channel we wanted. She stayed in her own room as we watched it before bed. She sensed when we were too tired for conversation, & just let us be ourselves regardless, with no strings attached. We had a few short, friendly chats & we left alone. It worked well for us because I find it tires me more if I feel obligated to carry on long conversations. The central air was dreamy because the weather was extremely hot. We were able to fit a blow-up air mattress in the room so that my hubby could use it while I used the twin bed. The room was just large enough to fit them both adequately. Maybe bring ear plugs if traffic noise from the highway will bother you. I had them along but strangely, I was so relaxed & comfortable, I enjoyed hearing the muffled traffic noise, even when an ambulance went by. Everything was very clean. We even had full use of our own bathroom with toilet, tub & shower. She offered us stuff from the fridge, but we didn't need anything but water from the fridge dispenser. The house was very pretty inside. Thanks so much Andrea! :))

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I booked on short notice and she was able to accommodate my stay. It's a nice little place with a private room and bath.

This was a wonderful space - a spacious bedroom and comfortable bed plus a whole living room space. Mary was in touch with me prior to my arrival and made sure I had the code to get in. The off street parking area was roomy. Mary was very welcoming and I enjoyed my short stay.

Mary's place was even nicer than described. Easy to find. Ample parking. Beautifully decorated outside and inside. Clean as a whistle and comfortable throughout. Easy to access the private accommodations. Very comfortable Queen sized bed. Comfortable couch and cable TV in living room. The kitchen had enough supplies so that I was able to heat up leftovers and wash the dishes with the amenities provided. Quiet area but easy to access nearby stores and restaurants. We stayed in the area to attend an event. We decided to go to two nearby attractions:Prince Gallitzin Park and the famous Horseshoe Curve after our stay. Mary was very accommodating, pleasant and a delight to meet. We had the chance to meet her husband also as we were leaving and they both treated us like family. We would gladly stay here again in the future.

Mary is a very friendly and welcoming person. The place is very nice,large space, very clean . The area was very quiet, perfect for us as we only needed a place to stay for the night. I would stay again.

Visit to Mary's house is fairly tale. It is straight out of a fairly book. House gives a very warm feeling, has pretty much every thing in place and done very tastefully and cleanliness is everywhere. It was a wonderful experience to spend a day with Family in this house.

I enjoyed my stay at Mary's place. She provided everything I needed for a comfortable stay. I will stay again when in the area.

You cannot go wrong at Jennifer's place! Her father acilties are very spacious, extremely clean, very well appointed, close to many recreational and tourist destinations, and a great bargain compared to what would be charged for similar quarters in standard hotel/motel facilities! We will be seeing Jennifer again.

Jennifer is a gracious and thoughtful host, her wonderful small touches make The Dutch Maid both gorgeous and very homey.

We stayed in this beautiful and clean home for 4 nights before going to a Penn State game. There were unexpected extras and careful attention to detail everywhere. The host is unbelievably considerate, pleasant, and helpful. We had the entire 3rd floor to ourselves with 2 large comfortable bedrooms, but we only needed one. We enjoyed the large widescreen TV in our bedroom with Direct TV movies. Our floor had a private modern full bathroom supplied with all the necessities, a Keurig coffee maker with coffee flavor choices, snacks, and a refrigerator stocked with drinks. We had full access to their main modern kitchen. The guest entryway was warm and welcoming, with a bench, coffee, candy, fruit, and snacks. It's an easy 3 block walk to the observation deck of the Norfolk Southern Railroad main line. This was a fun and unexpected highlight of our stay. This BnB is a great value and a smart choice.

Richard & Jyoti were the most welcoming hosts. When I arrived I was offered tea and the decided to sit and chat for a while with Jyoti. She was a very pleasant conversationalist and helpful with information on the community. The house is beautiful and situated in a lovely neighborhood of equally historic and gorgeous homes. Richard and Jyoti made a lovely breakfast - as good as or better than I would have gotten anywhere in town. I plan to visit again and will bring the whole family!

Richard and his wife Jyoti were extremely accommodating to our family. We had our infant son with us and they could not have been nicer to us and to him.

We stayed at this lovely place under special circumstances (a funeral) and the host could not have been more friendly or accommodating. Unfortunately, we could not enjoy the front porch and all the terrific rooms of the house, or the town of Hollidaysburg itself, enough for our tastes. Richard played the piano at breakfast and provided a brief history of the house when we arrived. His wife could not have been more understanding and genuine in meeting our dietary restrictions with kindness and skill. They are terrific people who run a terrific place.

Wonderful old house full of period furniture. The hosts could not possibly be nicer and more accommodating. Richard prepared a delicious multi course breakfast. He also played the grand piano in the large salon. The house is a few blocks away from the Main Street commerce and this historic town has a lot to offer. Richard 's spouse is charming, helpful and easygoing. This is a first class stay.

We had read many wonderful reviews regarding Richard and Jyothi's hospitality. I was especially intrigued by the musical instruments, organic, hearty breakfast, and Richard's world travels. Upon arrival, Richard was so kind as to offer tea service. Our conversation was so thoroughly enjoyable, it was like reuniting with an old friend and discussing various journeys we have had over the years. As we had suspected, the manor had beautiful rooms and the bed was very comfortable. We awoke to a delightful breakfast. Fresh fruit, steel cut oats, waffles, and omelette. All served with hot tea, coffee, and juices. Oh, and my daughter had such a fun time playing with their daughter. Lovely to meet these wonderful people. If you are in this neck of the woods, don't hesitate to stay here!

We felt very welcome from the moment we arrived! We were greeted at the door and shown our room. We asked for dinner recommendations, and ended up at a wonderful local restaurant. Our room was spacious and lovely. Breakfast was a wonderful treat!! Thank you for a nice stay!!

When my fiancee and I arrived late in the evening, we were greeted by Richard and shown to the common area where we were served delicious hot tea accompanied with blueberries and sunflower seeds. After taking in the beautiful ambiance of the home, and the relaxing music played by Richard, we gathered our bags and we're shown to our room for the night. Richard was very thorough about our lodging and gave us suggestions of where to dine that evening for dinner. The room is beautifully decorated and also has a shower and bathtub. I slept very well because you feel like you are in your own world! Peaceful and quiet. For breakfast Jyoti and Richard had a place set for us at the dining room table with various spreads, bowls of fruit, yogurt, cereal, and juice. Jyoti made the best coffee we've had since our travels to Europe! For breakfast Richard prepares eggs anyway and will make an omlette with various fillings. This truly was a memorable stay for us. I will definitely stay there again when visiting the area!!

My daughter and I stayed with Richard and Jyoti while looking for apartments to rent in Altoona for her upcoming term at Penn State. Richard and Jyoti went out of their way to make sure we felt welcome and comfortable. Their home is beautiful and rich with history and detail. I loved the ambiance. For example, Richard played the piano while we were eating a scrumptious organic breakfast. Jyoti was a gracious hostess with advice about their community. Our room was spacious, clean and private. I will definitely stay there again.

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The Magdelena room was great! Bed was comfy, temperature was perfect, private bath with a nice hot shower & toiletries. We were in a rush when we arrived, so we passed on a welcoming cup of tea, but we definitely took advantage of the several course breakfast!! Richard and his wife were awesome.. Really, just a super BnB!! Highly recommended!!

I have lost count of how many times I have stayed at Jyoti and Richard's place on my way to Toronto from North Carolina ... and for good reason! Beautiful old house, with high ceilings, wonderful hosts, fabulous breakfast, located in a quaint town. Consistently high quality, and great value. Will come again ... clearly!

I regularly pass by Richard and Jyoti's fabulous bed and breakfast in Hollidaysburg on my travels from Ontario to North Carolina. It is a marvelously atmospheric house, clean, well-appointed and located within walking distance of shops and restaurants. Their breakfast is legendary, and for good reason. Highly recommended!

We enjoyed our stay with Jyoti and Richard very much. We were greeted by Jyoti and offered afternoon tea in the elegant living room immediately upon arrival and she gave us recommendations for local (within walking distance)places to go for dinner. The whole house was gorgeous with period furnishings and engaging artwork. The house is full of graceful mountain dulcimers, adding to the charm of this large Victorian home. Our room was also in keeping with the period and the en suite bathroom was a definite plus. Everything was clean and neat. Breakfast was a real treat as everyone else has mentioned. Richard played the piano for us during breakfast as well and even though both hosts had a busy day ahead of them, they took the time to talk to us and make us feel welcome and special. We would definitely recommend this home to anyone looking for an elegant and quiet getaway.

This was my second time at Richard's and definitely will not be the last! The house is permeated by old world charm ... particularly love the high ceilings, the banisters, and the old (but very well preserved) bathroom fixtures. The breakfast is fabulous and I drove all the way up to Canada without needing to eat again! Richard and his wife are wonderfully friendly and helpful hosts. Hard to recommend it enough.

We loved our time there! Breakfast was delicious. Everyone was friendly!

This was a lovely, comfortable layover on our trip across Pennsylvania. The hosts were eager to provide anything we needed, including recommendations for a nearby hike and a great full service breakfast. The home is historic, beautiful, and unique with its collection of musical instruments.

This is a stunning historical house with high ceilings and plenty of old-world charm: it puts you in a good mood just by entering the front door. Richard is a wonderful host, and his children and wife are charming. My room was impeccably clean and the internet was faster than I have at home. The breakfast was fabulous, with cheeses, fresh fruit, porridge and eggs any way you like. Definitely worth revisiting!

Lora & Tom’s place felt like home away from home . Absolutely clean and wonderful. It was spacious and very beautiful . The host at such outstanding hospitality; kind and warm hearted people. Also as a bonus , There was a delicious apple tree that they let us enjoy . Thank you Lora and Tom! We will see you again

A hidden gem! From start to finish our visit was great! Our hosts, Pam and George were wonderful! They were warm and welcoming. Our accommodations were lovely, cozy yet spacious. George prepared a superb breakfast! By the time we left we felt like we were leaving family and we're already planning our next visit(s)!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay with Pamela. The Bell Mansion is a one of a kind (URL HIDDEN) much history, hominess and hospitality.

Pamela and George were very warm, friendly and helpful. Their hospitality made us feel right at home. The accommodations were as advertised and what we expected. All communications before we even arrived were answered in a very timely manner.

great place to stay. And I must say, if you like tea parties, this is your place! Pamela was very nice and accommodating, and George stayed up late to greet us. Very cozy

500 words or less really just isn't enough. My wife and I are from Massachusetts and we try to get together with my Brother and his wife each year around Thanksgiving, they live in Michigan so we try to meet in the middle somewhere. When I saw the Bell Mansion on AirBNB I loved the location and the appearance of it. I had communicated with the hostess, Pam, on a number of occasions and felt very comfortable with her so I booked the 2 bedroom suite through AirBNB. When we arrived at Bell Mansion and entered it, it was like going back in time. The décor was perfect for an early 19th century Mansion and Tea Room. Her hats, dolls, china tea pots, cups and dishes were gorgeous as was our gracious hostess. When we arrived we were invited to partake in one of their special Thanksgiving dinners that they put on every year, the food that George, her husband, had made for that evening and throughout our stay was phenomenal. They made their own Cranberry sauce and Pam had blended her tea especially for the Thanksgiving Dinner. The Breakfasts each day were very creative and to die for. The music played on the piano and the songs that Pam sang at the Friday evening dinner were perfect. I know that I speak for the 4 of us when I say that the accommodations were fantastic, especially the Pecan Pie, Pumpkin pie and Tea that we found in our Suite when we returned home from a long day of sightseeing. Breakfast each morning was a unique experience. She would set up the Blue Room and turn on the fireplace to make sure it was warm and cozy. The tables were set perfectly with China Plates and Tea Cups. The Baked Peach Pancakes and the Blueberry muffins (Saturday) with the oh-my-god Devonshire cream and jam were heavenly. When you thought you were in heaven and it couldn't get any better the Cranberry Scones (on Sunday) that she and George made melted in your mouth and again with more jam and Devonshire Cream were to die for. All meals were served by our hostess and always with a smile on her face and of course a different hat and outfit. After our Breakfast each morning we would plan to go out on a sightseeing trip and our hostess made recommendations for restaurants to go to for dinner like Mario's Restaurant or a place to go to for treats like the Meadows Ice Cream shop. During our stay Pam and George always treated us like we were family and we enjoyed every minute that we spent with them. If you are ever going to be in the Altoona / Bellwood area and are looking for a place to lay your head for a night or two there is no other place to go but Bell Mansion. Barry & Pat Probst, Brockton, Massachusetts Fred and Randa Probst, Britton, Michigan There are no more words...

Another fantastic stay. Threw my cares aside and enjoyed a relaxing time with a delicious breakfast! GF scones were absolutely delightful.

This place is truly a gem. I felt like I was staying in a museum. Very friendly people and absolutely a great place to get a lot of work done in peace and quiet. I really thought I got a lot for my money. I recommend this to business travelers and to couples who want to get away for a weekend.

Their home is absolutely beautiful. You will definitely enjoy staying here and the hosts are incredible too. Can't wait to come back again!!

Jeff and his wife were amazing hosts! Both of them were super friendly and very welcoming to their beautiful house. Their place is nice and tidy with everything you may need. From a peaceful room, to good company, to a nice breakfast in the morning - Jeff's house is a great place to stay!

Michael was spot on with communication. I knew what to expect and everything was flawless from check-in to check-out. The house was clean, comfy and super cute inside! It was a great place to stay after watching my son's football game at St. Francis University. Thank you for making my first experience with an Air B&B a success! I'm hooked!