What
is a B&B?
What is a B&B? It's not like a hotel or an inn. For one thing, every B&B is different. They are as different as their owners are. Indeed, the difference between them makes staying at B&Bs exciting and fun. But sometimes not knowing what to expect can cause a problem.
Typically, a bed and breakfast is the home of your hosts, and your hosts are people who enjoy sharing their home with others. The B&B owners live in one, private part of the house and the guest bedrooms are in another. Most B&Bs are small, mom-and-pop businesses that have from 2-5 bedrooms. Often, guests in two bedrooms will share a bathroom, just as you might do when visiting friends or relatives.
Unlike the anonymity of a hotel, a B&B usually provides a warm, friendly environment in which you can meet other guests as well as your hosts; also, your hosts can help you find and enjoy the special features of the area. On the other hand, privacy is highly valued at a B&B, and you are perfectly free to keep to yourself, or to lose yourself in the romance of a private twosome.
At any B&B, you should expect a clean environment, access to a bathroom, a bed with linens, clean towels, and a breakfast of some sort. From there on in, the details are as varied as are the personalities of Tom, Dick, and Jane. B&Bs range from the rustic and homey to the antique and historic to the exceedingly posh.
What
should you expect at
Whispering Pines B&B?
Comfort and relaxation are highly prized at Whispering Pines. Our place is casual and features natural beauty. You are free to come and go whenever you like - we don't impose a curfew! (But we might ask you to turn off the porch lights when you come in at night.) Our home, with its deep front porch and grassy yard, is surrounded on all sides by the luminous quiet of the woods.
Relaxation is key to our breakfast, too. We think "getaway" means not having to get up in the morning! That's why we leave our self-serve breakfast out from 8:30 until 11:00 a.m., so you can sleep late if you want to. Our cornucopia buffet gives you a lot to choose from: freshly made bagels, 3 kinds of cream cheese, five or six kinds of cereals, local fresh fruit, berries, melons, hard boiled eggs, English muffins, bagel chips, specialty hard cheeses, gourmet jams, coffee cake, sweet muffins, coffee, tea, milk, and orange juice.
Our breakfast buffet is served on Saturday, Sunday, and holiday mornings. Please note that we serve a Continental Breakfast on weekday mornings.
Your room is your private domain, and we do not intrude upon it. When you check in, you will find your room and bathroom freshly cleaned, the bed made with fresh linens, and a set of fresh towels in your room. Should you stay with us for a while, fresh towels will be left outside your door every other day. Linens are changed once a week, but fresh sheets are left in your room in case you need to change them. Your bathroom will be supplied with toilet tissue, soap and shampoo, but not with a hairdryer or other bathroom supplies. Our housekeeper tidies the rooms and checks the supplies every Saturday. And of course, if you need anything, all you have to do is ask.
To sum up, if you're looking for the comfort of a firm bed and the luxury of a squishy couch in front of a living room fire, if you like things lovely but casual, if you are looking for quiet mornings, unspoiled nature, a friendly and relaxing home-away-from-home, if you find beauty in the sun slanting over a warm oak floor, then you will find what you are looking for and more at Whispering Pines Bed and Breakfast.
Some
Comments from our Guest Book
"When I decided to spend a couple of days away from NYC, I couldn't have chosen a better getaway than this one! My daughter and I just love the woods & all the nature we had to soak in from your B&B." -- Jazmin & Delilah, NJ, May, 2003 "What an enjoyable stay!! We had a wonderful time seeing deer every dusk and waking up to chirping birds was so peaceful." -- Kevin & Denise, NJ, May, 2003 "This weekend was just what the doctor ordered. Healing for the body, mind & soul. We cannot thank you enough!" -- Ron & Lyn, NY, April, 2003 "The room was perfect, the location beautiful, and the hospitality unmatched. Thanks for everything." -- Taun & Kidra, NY, March, 2003 "Great atmosphere! Very relaxing, delicious breakfast. Outdoor jacuzzi in winter is fantastic!" -- Sveta & Ross, February, 2003 "Great daytime adventures snowshoeing in your wonderland. Evening under the stars, looking at the stars. Your home made us feel so welcome -- thank you so much!" -- Bob, Kathy, & Tom, MD, December, 2002 "Thank you for a beautiful stay in a cozy place among the yellow leaves. Great hot tub under the stars!" -- Nils and Milan, Holland, November, 2002 "This has been a lovely "honeymoon" for the family. Thanks for helping to make it so special." --Suiritra, John, & family, Brooklyn, Baltimore, Philadelphia, Kentucky, Dubai, India, September, 2002 |
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"Thank you for providing such a wonderful and loving environment for our minds and bodies to rest!!" |
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| — Buddy and Rita, Ft. Lauderdale, FL and NYC February 20, 2002 | |
"To the Stars from chaos …" |
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| —Gino & Christine, NJ Febuary 11, 2002 | |
"A night at the Starlight Room & a hike in the woods. Simply nothing short of amazing. The Steven Hawking video is a must-see in the Starlight Room." |
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| —Kathleen & Rachid, NYC January 26, 2002 | |
"A wonderful, relaxing holiday for the whole family! Thank you for your warm hospitality and help with planning our days. Happy New Year!" |
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| —Connie, Nigel, Sarah, and Emma, NJ January 1, 2002 | |
"Thanks for a wonderful weekend in an exceptionally beautiful locale." |
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| —Fahmida & John, Brooklyn, NY November 4, 2001 | |
"Thanks for providing a great base for prime leaf peeping!" |
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| —Brad & Michelle, NY, NY October 14, 2001 | |
"It was nice to feel so safe & at peace during such a restless time. I wish we could have stayed longer. Your location in the middle of the woods is quite strategic! Take care! God Bless America." |
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| —Holly & Ed, Staten Island, NY September 16, 2001 | |
"We will always remember the ' Whispering Pines' where we had the most magical wedding. Our guests were the people we hold dear in life. Celia & HD, thank you for taking care of this crazy bunch!" |
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| —Lora & Andrew, Bay Ridge, NY November 5, 2000 | |
"Experience, most often underrated, to rest, relax and just 'kickback' and have a great time with no worries of the world around you. If only I could chalk this up on my resume, I'd be a millionaire …." |
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| — Rob and Sheila, Roselle, NJ August 19, 2000 | |
"This was our first B&B experience and we enjoyed it immensely! Thanks!" |
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| — Rekha and Saurieet, Brooklyn, NY June 25, 2000 | |
"What a WONDERFUL spot! We love this area - it's like coming home! Thanks for your lovely home and fire and great breakfast, and warm hospitality!" |
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| — Ed, Betty, and Luanne, October 17, 1997 | |
"Whispering Pines has given us the sanity to return to city life (hopefully just for a short visit). It was the perfect scratch for our itch. Thanks a lot." |
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| — David & Eliana, NYC & London, April 6, 1998 | |
"Our 5th Anniversary was wonderful! Thank you for sharing your serene ambiance with us! Great breakfast, great books & CDs - We will recommend!" |
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| — Juan and Maria, Wantagh, NY September17, 2000 | |
"The perfect B&B for the perfect weekend. Cozy & quiet, and most importantly … location, location, location…" |
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| — Anthony & Kerry, Patterson, NJ October 17, 1999 | |
"A wonderful, peaceful, delightful respite. Thanks for the northern hospitality!" |
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| — Ram & Tsufit, Columbia, SC September 29, 1997 | |
"A quiet and restful place - very convenient for touring around NY State. The hearty and abundant breakfast made it hard to sleep in!" |
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| — Jason & Suzanne, Philadelphia, PA September10, 2000 | |
"Thank you for arranging the deer to visit us at breakfast. A wonderful weekend getaway!" |
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| — Beth, Nancy, Lynn and Kendra, NJ, CT, NY, & RI October 4, 1997 | |
"Beautiful place you have here. Just what we've been looking for. Great food. Thank you" |
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| — Mel and Olivia, Central City, NE October 24, 1999 | |
"Thanks so much for helping to make our 2nd Anniversary a memorable one! (HD, thanks for the guitar tips and great conversation!) The warmth & hospitality you exude will be long remembered.!" |
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| — Spence & Roxane, Chappaqua, NY October 4, 1999 | |
"Our first B&B was an incredible experience thanks to you!! We loved the Jacuzzi! Breakfast was great, too! Thank you for everything!" |
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| — Brian & Denise, August 8, 1999 | |
"Thank you for a wonderful weekend! The scenery is breath-taking and the hospitality was warm and gracious. You made us feel very comfortable. We hope to be back again soon." |
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| — Anne & Steve, N. Merrick, NY October 12, 1998 | |
"Blissfully quiet & warmly friendly. Thanks." |
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| — Harriet & Richard, Southfield, MI August 2, 1998 | |
"Thank you for your generous hospitality - loved the linen and the fabulous spread for breakfast! Plus great bird-watching out the breakfast window." |
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| — Caroline &Tim, NYC April 12, 1998 | |
"Thanks for your hospitality & for washing our muddy jackets. It was the perfect location for hiking and biking." |
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| — Maureen, NYC October 26, 1997 | |
"Thanks again, the 2nd time is even better." |
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| — Warren & Kristine, NYC September 6, 1999 | |
"Simply Splendid - thank you." |
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| — Joan & Mark, Pennington, NJ July 10, 1997 | |
