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Opulent restored Victorian mansion perfectly situated in the heart of the River Street Historic District of Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, and easy walking distance to downtown, college, movies and dining. The Frederick Stegmaier Mansion specializes in creating memories of superb food and luxurious accommodations that are smothered in atmosphere and hospitality.
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We were in Wilkes-Barre visiting relatives and stayed at the beautiful Frederick Stegmaier Mansion. It is the original home of the founder of the Stegmaier Brewery. The current owner, Joe Mateo, bought the building which had been converted to apartments and restored this Victorian mansion back to its original glory. Every square inch seems to have been restored and Joe's attention to detail really shows. The floors, ceilings, wood trim, hardware, furnishings, oil paintings, light fixtures, stained glass- everything is so gorgeous, elaborate and Victorian in style. We stayed in the Amelia's suite which was a two room suite- the bed was the most comfortable bed I have ever slept in- there was a kithenette which was very convenient (wine glasses, fridge, microwave, toaster etc). Joe kept the kitchenette stocked on a daily basis with soda, water, juice, cookies, butter, breakfast breads, fruit, yogurt etc. (All of this was complimentary). The B&B has a driveway for your use and is walking distance to the restaurants in town. The 2 parlors on the main floor and the garden out back are for your use as well. Joe knows you by name when he sees you which is nice. I have travelled extensively and can say this was one of the most unique, interesting and pleasant places that I have ever stayed. On day 4 I was still noticing interesting things about the room. I highly recommend staying at the Frederick Stegmaier Mansion if you are in the Wilkes-Barre area.
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Date of stay: April 2009
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My husband & I recently hosted a reception for our son & new daughter-in-law who were married two weeks earlier in Washington state. We wanted something different and we were extremely lucky to have found the Frederick Stegmaier Mansion in Wilkes-Barre. The mansion is a bed & breakfast, fully restored to it's former glory of bygone days. The mansion itself is elegant in every sense of the word, decorated in vintage Victorian. Absolutely breathtaking!!! Not only is it a bed & breakfast, but it accomodates small parties very well. We had about 40 guests and it worked perfectly for us. The chef is a master - the food was so delicious and presented so elegantly - our guests were overly impressed. It was certainly an event to be remembered - no one would ever expect such a jewel to be hidden in Wilkes-Barre, Pa. We also treated the new couple to a night in the "bridal suite". They enjoyed it immensely.
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Date of stay: August 2012
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Trip type: Traveled with family
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Earlier this year we took a tour of the Mansion, looking for a suitable place to hold our wedding and reception in October. It did not take long for us to decide that this was exactly where we wanted to hold our wedding. This is a place that is actually ten times + better than the website pictures. Every detail is attended to, the entire mansion is beautiful and Joe immediately makes you feel right at home and comfortable. Having our wedding here was perfect for us and our 25 guests. The host, facility, stained glass windows, silver, crystal, porcelain, linen, and lace make this place magnificent!!! We had our food and beverage catered through the mansion, it was excellent. The mansion's pastry chef Jodi made our cake, it was beautiful and sooooo good. We spent our wedding night in the Gold Metal room and literally felt like royalty. As the other reviewer's mentioned all of the amenities are OVER THE TOP. I can't wait until our anniversary because we will be staying once again in the Frederick Stegmaier mansion. This is Wilkes-Barre, PAs best accommodations, I have never experienced better anywhere and can say with certainty you will not either.
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Date of stay: October 2009
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We read about the Stegmaier Mansion and couldn't wait to stay there, so we booked a night and drove to Wilkes-Barre in anticipation! When we arrived no one was there so we went and found a place on our own to lunch. The house is a masterpiece of victorian showmanship and the owner, Joe Matteo, has gone over the top with his wall-papering of all the rooms. He was happy to give us the tour and show off his work and his lifetime collection of antique portraits. He showed us our room and everything in it. A fully stocked mini-fridge was included! Very nice!!!
Our room was beautiful and the bed was very soft, obviously a nice new mattress. However I did not sleep well because I like to have at least two pillows to myself and there was only one per person, both equally flat, not plush. No other pillows could be found and I did not want to use the decorative pillows. Also, the previous client had left their dried out contact lenses on the night table (yuck)!
The next morning, we eagerly opened our door to take in a tray that Joe had told us would contain an "over-the-top" Continental breakfast. What a disappointment: two large store-bought muffins and two out-of-a-box apple danish. That was it! We had to make our own coffee and when we added the creamers, they clumped up (yuck!) We ended up grabbing breakfast elsewhere. Joe also borrowed $6 from me, which he never repaid.
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Date of stay: June 2011
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I'm sure this is a great place to get married or impress a business associate. The restoration is astonishing and the building is magnificent. A lot of work went into bringing this mansion back to life, including period furnishings and an abundance of art and photos on three living levels.
We were comfortable and the owner was helpful and polite. The room was well stocked with traveler needs, including toothbrushes. However, our stay here did not include two things we count on in a B&B experience: (1) a welcoming common room to have a glass of wine and (2) a real breakfast. We might have been able to find a place to sit in the library but not the ladies' or mens' parlors. Frankly all the furnishings looked like don't-sit-on-me antiques. You wouldn't set your wine glass down on any of the tables. We had our drinks in the butler's pantry and then wandered around admiring everything as if we were in an art gallery -- look but don't touch. It was impressive, but not welcoming.
Breakfast turned out to be do-it-yourself carbs. A kitchenette in our room (no chance to mingle with other guests at a common table) held cereals, pop tarts, and fruit. The fridge was stocked with water, juice (with sugar), yogurt (with sugar), and milk. A breakfast tray was delivered to our door at the hour of our choosing (thank you), with danish, bran muffins, and bananas. We made our own coffee. Some of the creamers were turning to cheese.
I might give the place a better score if we had gone for a different reason. But the Mansion was listed as a B&B and we've stayed in better.
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Date of stay: November 2015
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My husband and I enjoy staying in unique bed and breakfasts in the U.S. and abroad and this one ranks among the best of the best. Meticulously restored, yet extremely welcoming and homey, we felt like we became part of the Stegmaier family from the moment we crossed the threshold. From the well-stocked kitchenette in every room to the fresh fruit and pastries outside your room in the morning, Joe took care of every detail and was a kind and gracious host. A wonderful experience--we will definitely be returning to visit soon.
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Date of stay: April 2016
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I stayed one night at this mansion in this June invited the American couple. It was one of my long-cherished wishes to visit and stay at the mansion ever since I had seen the pictures on internet in Japan.
I also want to mention that the mansion is magnificent not only the seeming but also its service. There is a mini kitchen in the room with microwave, toaster, refrigerator with full of snacks, a wide variety of beverages, fruits, etc. Breakfast is waiting in front of the door in the morning, so that we can sleep as long as we want.
My only regret is that I wish I could stay longer…one day is not enough to explore and enjoy the exquisite beauty of this mansion…my one night stay was ended in sighing of admiration…
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Date of stay: June 2012
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Trip type: Traveled solo
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WOW! To see the Stegmaier Mansion online is fine but to be there in all of its beauty is another story. Joseph the host, stayed up until after midnight waiting on our arrival and truely did not seem to mind. He helped with our luggage and showed us to our suite and around the suite. All of the details were perfect! Chocolates on the most comfortable bed I have been in, in a long time. Robes hanging in the closet, food stocked in the refrigerator, fresh bread and muffins for the morning & fresh fruit on the table. In case you forget something don't worry, it's all there. No trail size or hotel mini items. Everything is full size, especially the suite. I can not say enough great things about the mansion or the owner Joseph. He will take care of every need during your stay and then again after you have forgotten something in the room. Thank you Joseph for a peaceful, relaxing and special weekend. We had a wonderful visit and will surely return. Regards, Cindi Long Island, NY
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Date of stay: July 2009
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Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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We hosted a Rehearsal Dinner for our son's wedding and our guests couldn't say enough nice things about the experience. The service is exceptional and every course - appetizers, dinner and dessert - was a culinary delight. The star of the show is the mansion itself. Victorian, genteel and elegant with period pieces and details everywhere the eye can gaze. One could remain in any of the sitting rooms for hours to take in all the small details. No detail is overlooked. This is an extraordinary experience. The Mansion is also a bed and breakfast. My son and his bride stayed there on their wedding night and he said he felt like royalty!! (As an aside, when President Carter visited the area, this is where he chose to stay!) We were so proud to have been guests of The Frederick Stegmaier Mansion.
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Date of stay: July 2017
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Trip type: Traveled with family
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Went with my husband to an afternoon tea here for Mother's Day. The place is gorgeous and if we didn't live so close by, I would love to stay there. They did a wonderful job restoring it to its former beauty. The only complaint I have is with the tea itself. we paid $25 each and didn't expect to leave hungry, but we did. I didn't expect a full dinner but three tiny parts of a sandwich and a few biscuits doesn't cut it. I understand they have a Christmas Tea and would love to go, but I don't want to have to go out to eat again later.
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Date of stay: May 2014Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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United StatesPennsylvaniaPocono Mountains RegionLuzerne CountyWilkes-Barre
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