We are regular B&Bers. To me there are a few that really stand-out location or decor-wise (usually $250+ per nite).

The rest are nicely decorated, clean, comfortable, safe and functioning. If you look hard enough you can generally find a couple of annoyances. That's about 90% of our experience. Still not one out of probably one hundred overnights can I categorize as disappointing (either all inn keepers are pretty good or we're of the mindset that it takes a lot to spoil a fun outing)

The Thomas Shepherd Inn falls into this category. It, like many others, should be a 4-Star experience, except for owners who with their friendliness and attention to detail earn that extra star.

Filtered water, sherry, tea and coffee, homemade chocolate chip cookies, spiced biscotti, etc. etc. Lots of maps, menus and local information at every corner.

It seems lately many B&B owners don't spend much time with their guests, Maybe the tough economy and/or difficult guests have something to do with this? Jeanie sat down and spent 45 minutes with my wife and another couple at the breakfast table (good breakfast too!). Jim was also very friendly and interested in us achieving a productive and happy visit.

My annoyance? Oh yeah. The TSI is on a very busy corner at the top of the 1/4 mile downtown area. It can be pretty noisy at times from about 8:30-5:00, but quiets down after (we're not usually in our room during that time frame anyway). But just in case Jeanie & Jim put a large fan in your room's closet to deal with the noise factor. Our night's sleep was quiet and excellent even though our windows faced the street..

Details...that's what I'm talking about!

The inkeepers are amazing. The property is clean, bright and well appointed. Close to all the wonderful shops and fantastic restaurants. And just when you think it could not get any better - it's time for breakfast! Great stuff and we will be planning another trip with friends in the near future.

This is a terrific little inn in a charming town. My husband and I stayed here for one night for a quick weekend getaway and loved it. The owners were very welcoming and our room (#2) extremely clean and well-appointed, with a separate sitting area and an electric fireplace (which we didn't use since it was August, but would be great in the winter). We loved that the rooms were charming without being overly twee. Breakfast was great and we had fun chatting with other couples. The back porch was a lovely place to sit and read. We look forward to coming back!

B&B owners ourselves living in rural PA, we rarely find a B&B that we feel lives up to what a B&B should be, but this place exceeded hopes and expectations. The owners are friendly but not intrusive, offered suggestions for restaurants and other activities when asked, and served a wonderful breakfast including fresh fruit and a hot egg entree that was delicious. Our rooms on the second floor were clean, spacious and well-appointed. There was plenty of hot water for showers that had great pressure and the mattresses were a dream to sleep on. The decor was of the period - antiques, oriental rugs, tasteful bed clothing, no frou frou lacey tchotchkes that we find so annoying. Though we have friends and relatives in the area who offer free places to stay, we'll be happy to pay to stay at the Thomas Shepherd Inn. It's that wonderful.