Harry Packer Mansion Inn

Bookmarked for every time we go back to Jim Thorpe!

We loved the mansion. Don't get it confused with the one next door, down the hill, but the Harry Packer Mansion is stupendous and a great feature to Jim Thorpe.

We really enjoyed our peaceful tour, taking in all of the small details, stories and features to the mansion. It's self-guided, at your own pace and inexpensive. For the information we got about the place and for the opportunities to be in rooms where such people of history had once been was priceless. Not to mention, the staff was accommodating and friendly. The one gentleman, who was soon approaching his wedding, was a thrill to chat with in the Libations Lounge.

I'd recommend this venue to anyone. Anyone who is interested in a private function, check. Anyone who is touring Jim Thorpe for the first time, check. Anyone who wants to get away for a B & B experience, check (that's bookmarked for us). Also bookmarked is a Murder Mystery show. All aspects of the place are wonderful in writing and in person. The lounge is superb, might I add, and it's not a bad place to stop for wine and a private moment on the front balcony area.

Thanks to everyone at the mansion. See you soon!

My boyfriend Ryan and I stayed overnight here a couple months ago and had one of the best hospitality experiences ever.  We arrived a bit early for check- in and was greeted by a friendly pooch and a very nice gentleman who took our bags and assisted me in giving direction to nearby glen okono that we were planning on hiking.  When we returned all was ready for us and we were personally escorted up to our room which was filled with antique charm and natural light.  I was pleased with the personal bathroom (sometimes at b&b's it's communal).  After changing we sat outside on the porch and had some of the best new zealand sauvignon blanc.  After speaking with the 2 managers of the mansion it was quite clear they take great pride in selecting quality spirits for their wine bar.  Our overnight stay was comfortable and quiet.  Perfect romantic escape from our busy lives in the city.   The icing on the cake was the breakfast in the morning.  The quiche was TO DIE FOR and checkout was swift and easy.  I would go back anytime and we have already decided to make it an annual trip.  Thanks so much Harry Packer Mansion staff!

**This review is for the self-guided tour only.

While the building itself is gorgeous, the experience overall was not worth the $5 per person. We walked in and were greeted by young staff that were more worried about socializing with one another than anything else. They were sitting in each of the rooms (staff, not guests) and talking about "worldy" matters like drinking and yachting. It made you feel very intrusive as you toured the building.

The tour itself walks you through a variety of living spaces with a double sided sheet. It would have been great to know more about the family who lived here, the history of the house and town, and the parts Disney focused on.

Again, beautiful house but the experience lacked personality.