From the Jewel in the Heart Room
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"Helen & Bruce, What a gorgeous, history-filled house you have to share with your guests! I adore the architecture, the attention to detail from the chandelier lights in the bathroom to the perfectly coordinated artwork in our room. I, along iwth my husband have been in our share of hotels, but none compare to the peaceful, relaxing atmosphere of your Shining Dawn. And the breakfast! The coffee was wonderful, the greenchili quiche divine, and the scones were also delicious. Thank you so much for the lovely time. I will recommend you to anyone looking for a calming overnight stay." Green Castle, PA 09/13/2009"Bruce & Helen, What a fantastic time we had. Thank you for sharing your home and your conversations with us. The time spent here was truly memorable. We now have found our retreat! We look forward to our next visit and breakfast with you!" Elkridge, MD 09/07/2009"It was a necessarily brief stay of only one night, but we enjoyed the beauty of the house and hospitality of Helen and Bruce. Very, very comfortable." New York, NY 08/29/2009"Bruce and Helen, We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Shining Dawn B&B! The Breakfasts were fantastic as well as the Breakfast conversation! We hope to stay again soon!" Baltimore, MD 07/26/2009"Helen and Bruce, Thanks for your hospitality! Great house, fabulous architectural details, comfortable bed, yummy poached pears and apple pancakes, and interesting conversation over breakfast" Ellicott City, MD 06/28/2009Click here to read more "Jewel in the Heart" Guest Comments
"This was our second stay here & it was just as nice as the 1st! Thanks for your kindness & hospitality in an elegant setting! You have put your labor of love in every detail." Wyoming, DE 06/21/2009"Bruce & Helen, Thanks for your hospitality. Fantastic renovation & repair of a great house. Thanks for the tour." Pittsburgh, PA 06/16/2009"Dear Helen & Bruce, We had a wonderfully relaxing weekend in your beautiful & peaceful home. Thank you for your hospitality. We truly enjoyed the fantastic breakfasts. I especially loved the meditation rooom and browsing through your great collection of books. I plan to read some of them. You've both done a great job on the house renovations. We know this is a true labor of love. Best of luck with the B&B. We hope to visit again." Montgomeryville, PA 06/13/2009"Helen and Bruce, Thank you so much for inviting us into your home. It was our first B&B experience and you have certainly encouraged us to seek out more of them. The baked apples were a joy — made the morning special. Thank you also for the Gettysburg auto tour CD loan. It is very well done. Hope to see you again!" Bruceton Mills, WV 05/30/2009"Helen & Bruce, Your home is beautiful. This was our first time in a B&B. You made it a wonderful experience for us. The environment was very peaceful and relaxing — just what we needed. Breakfast was so tasty and memorable. (Thanks for the wheat free) Hope to visit again." West Chester, PA 05/24/2009"Dear Bruce & Helen, It was wonderful meeting the both of you and learning a little about Hanover and the history of the house. We love the character of the house and wonderful architecture of our room. The chandeliers were a nice touch in the bathroom! Breakfast was great & we really appreciate the extra effort in preparing a lactose free menu for Gino. Hope to visit again sometime!" Londonberry, N.H. 05/16/2009"Helen & Bruce, Thank you for your warm & gracisous hospitality. We appreciated hearing the history of the home and learning about the families who added character to this charming and beautiful bed and breakfast. We look forward to our next visit." Morgantown, WV 05/02/2009"Dear Bruce & Helen, What a wonderful home and peaceful place. Thank you for your hospitality and great food. Your home is full of such elegance and connectedness to the past with conveniences of the present Many best wishes for future blessings in this world until the day you step into the next." Harrisburg, PA 04/25/2009"This was our first stay at a Bed & Breakfast. After this wonderful experience I'm sure we'll try more. You've decorated the house beautifully. The architecture of the house is amazing, and the conversation with the two of you and the other guests was very warm and inviting. I'm sure we'll be back to visit you again." St. Davids, PA 03/29/2009"Thanks for the hospitality, warmth, and wonderful breakfast. We'll be making grapefruit like that again at our house soon. We look forward to returning to get to know Hanover better." Ellicott City, MD 03/22/2009"Thank you soooo much! For a great stay, comfortable room & great breakfast conversation. We've enjoyed ourselves tremendously. Loved the quiche! Best wishes until we meet again." Knoxville, MD 02/21/2009"Happy New Year Bruce & Helen!! Coming here is always a pleasure for us. Your hospitality is always the best. The blue berry pancakes were delicious. We will definitely be back soon. It is always so sad for us to leave. Have a prosperous New Year and a wonderful winter!" Philadelpha, PA 01/04/2009"Thank you so much for sharing your home, your friendship and your wonderful stories with us. You are perfect at what you do and we wish you all the best." BelAir, MD 11/29/2008"We had a lovely stay here at Shining Dawn, and sincerely hope to stay again. The accomodations, food and hospitality have been excellent. Wish we had several more days here! Wishing you the best as you continue to host other guests and have more retreats! Will highly recommend to others. Thank you for a wonderful stay!" Purcellville, VA 11/22/2008"Helen & Bruce, Thank you so much for a wonderful stay here at Shining Dawn. Your B&B is absolutley amazing & we so enjoyed spending the time after our wedding here. Very peaceful & beautiful. We will recommend this place to anyone!" Hanover, PA 10/18-19/2008"Bruce & Helen: Thank you very much for making us feel so welcome in your lovely home. We had a great time visiting the area & we will come stay again. Wishing you all the best." Aurora Ontario Canada 10/12/2008"Dear Helen & Bruce. Words escape me. Thank you for one of the most wonderful B & B weekends I ever had. Your home is beautiful and so are you!" Clifton, N.J. 10/06/2008"Helen and Bruce, Thank you so very much for welcoming us into your absolutely lovely home! Stately, beautiful, and superbly crafted barely suffice as superlatives describing this wonderful home. We thoroughtly enjoyed the gourmet breakfast, the privacy, and serenity during our weekend stay. It was in all respects the perfect place for our retreat. Many, many thanks!" New Cumberland, PA 09/14/2008"Helen & Bruce, Thanks for a place to call 'home' on the 15th & 16th of August. It was a great 20th anniversary!" Great Mills, MD 08/15-16/2008"Dear Bruce & Helen, Thank you for your wonderful hospitality! The breakfast were awesome! We felt right at home in your beautiful B & B. We look forward to returning again soon with friends & family. We loved our 'cannon ball sundae' too!" Ephrata, PA 6/13-15/2008"Helen & Bruce, You have spoiled us with your warm hospitality, great food, & the comfortable luxury of your home. Your breakfasts were amazing — stayed with us well into the afternoon. Thank you for the best B & B experience ever!" Olathe, KS 06/06-08/2008"Helen and Bruce, We enjoyed our visit to the 'Shining Dawn'. Your home is beautiful, the breakfasts were great. We enjooyed the conversation and wish you the best of luck with the B & B" Philadelphia, PA 04/26-28/2008"Loved the stay. You have a beautiful home. Thanks for all of your hospitality. The best shower away from home." New York, NY 03/30/2008"What a beautiful 'here' you create now." Jersy City, NJ 03/15/2008"Thank you so much for your wonderful hospitality! We really enjoyed our stay in your beautiful home. The room is beautiful! We could not have asked for more. I hope we can come back again soon." Columbia, MD 02/17/2008"The energy of the place is unmatched, don't think I've felt it in any other place. We are sure to return. Thank you." Philadelphia, PA 11/23-24/2007"Dear Helen & Bruce, Thank you, Thank you, Thank you! Your peaceful, beautiful, & serene home is a true masterpiece f inspired creativity. Thank you for having the courage & vision not only to imagine Shining Dawn, but to also manifest it — Bless you both!" Neptune Beach, FL 11/10-13/2007"Dear Helen, You made our stay in Hanover very special. The beautiful elegant inn had so many nice touches. What an elegant building! Do hope we meet again." San Francisco, CA 10/27-28/2007"We had a wonderful time — neat town, stores, restaurants. Broadway is a great street — Our room was fabulous! Breakfast was WOW!! Hope to return sometime!" Port Matilda (State College), PA 10/13/2007"What a great time we had in your home! Thank you so much for your warm hospitality and outstanding cooking!! You are doing such a beautiful job and we will certainly highly recommend your B & B to any one coming this way!" Bend, OR 10/06-08/2007"Thank you very much for providing a home that was both welcoming and refreshing. The rooms, food and hospitality were beyond our expectations." Bellevue, IA 09/29/20072"We want to thank you for a wonderful relaxing vacation. It has been so quiet and peaceful. The breakfast were wonderful. I think the apple pancakes were our favorite. We enjoyed talking with you and the other guest. Thanks again" Richamond, VA 09/06/2007"Thanks for the wonderful stay - the cozy room and great breakfasts were very much enjoyed. " Maple, Ontario Canada 06/28/2007"Helen & Bruce, What a wonderful day we had for our wedding. Thank you so much for giving us a tour of Mom's childhood home. Our stay at 224 was wonderful. I will cherish it always." York, PA 05/19/2007"Helen, What a magnificent place you have! You both have done a beautiful job on the renovations. I can't wait to come back & see the other rooms finished! Thank you for being so accommodating with our group with all of our snow delays. The Breakfasts were just right & the cookies were delicious! We'll be back again!" Stroudsburg, PA 03/16/2007"Helen and Bruce, Let us say first that the Shining Dawn is a magnificent work of architecture and character. Our stay was a relaxing getaway that we had hoped for. Thank you for the fresh cookies and refreshments upon our arrival and the gourmet breakfast the following morning. Helen, thank you for the conversation and the tranquility. In all of our travels around the world and B&B experiences the Shining Dawn is by far the most welcoming & worthwhile." Baltimore, MD 01/2007"Delightful and relaxing time. We enjoyed our stay. Helen & Bruce, we know your labor of love will be rewarding." Royersford, PA 12/09/2006
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From the Rising Sun Room
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"Bruce & Helen, Thank you so much for having us. Everything was so much more amazing than we could have ever imagined. We will surely be seeing you again soon." York, PA 09/19/2009"Bruce & Helen, This is our first experience at a Bed & Breakfast. The room was beautiful and the bed was very comfortable! Like being at home! Way better than a hotel! We definitely will be returning!! Also, the food was excellent and the conversation wonderful!!" District Heights, MD 09/11/2009"Bruce & Helen, Thank you so much for accommodating our family. Thank you for the delicious food, great conversation, and lovely accommodations. We truly enjoyed our visit! Thank you for your hospitatlity and good luck in the future." Northville, MI 08/09/2009"Bruce & Helen, Thank you so much for delicious food, peaceful atmosphere and friendly hospitality. We definitely enjoyed our stay and would love to come again!" Red Lion, PA 07/20/2009"Helen & Bruce, Thank you for a lovely 'retreat' at Shining Dawn. Our room, Rising Sun, was exquisite with the morning light turning the walls pale gold. It was very restful. You have a lovely home. Thank you for sharing it with us." Richmond, VA 07/11/2009"Dear Helen & Bruce Your Bed & Breakfast is beautiful! It's best features, besides the owners, are the stained glass windows & woodwork. We enjoyed our stay in the Rising Sun Room. The carpet was one of it's best features along with the natural light. We are not sure who the main cook is but the German Apple Pancakes are to die for. We have never had pancakes like that before. Thanks so much for an enjoyable weekend." Tampa, FL 07/04/2009Click here to read more "Rising Sun" Guest Comments
"Dear Helen and Bruce, Thank you so much for giving us a beautiful place to relax after our first half marathon together! The dinner recmmendation was appreciated, and the breakfast was delicious! You have a lovely place!" Hoboken, NJ 06/21/2009"Dear Bruce and Helen, As We begin this new chapter in our lives, We want to express our sincere gratitude to you both. You have gracefully received us and made us feel like we are home with each visit...We are starting to feel like we are leaving home when we go back to New York and the two of you have helped make us feel that way — thank you. We pray for God's Blessing over you and your loved ones." Fort Jefferson, NY 05/22/2009"Helen & Bruce, Thank you for a wonderful relaxing stay at your beautiful home. Everything was perfect! The room is beautiful and peaceful and breakfast was great! We really enjoyed walking around the town. We enjoyed the Tour de Tanks but most of all we enjoyed returning to the room where we could relax. Thank you again." Browns Mills, NJ 03/08/2009"Helen & Bruce, Everything was Perfect!!! We will see you again soon." Warminster, PA 02/01/2009"Helen & Bruce, Thank you very much for a great weekend. The Rising Sun room was incredible and Helen's breakfasts were delicious! Your house is absolutely beautiful. We hope to come back in the Spring to see the yard in full bloom!" Collegeville, PA 12/15/2008"Helen and Bruce, Thank you for helping me make Eric's birthday amazing. We loved the house, and your breakfast! We hope we can come back again. The 'Rising Sun' Room was absolutely amazing and the rest of the B&B is equally breathtaking. Thank you for the amazing experience. We hope to see you again." Yukon, PA 11/23/2008"Helen & Bruce, We loved it — again! Thank you so much for your kindness & fabulous hospitality. We will definitely be back!" Derwood, MD 11/07-09/2008"Helen & Bruce, Thank you so much for a wonderful stay. You have a beautiful home that you share. You have put a lot of work into it and it shows. Talking with you about the possibilities of how the house was originally used was fun" Germantown, MD 11/01/2008"Bruce & Helen, This was our first time at a bed & breakfast & we really had a wonderful time. We really enjoyed our weekend stay here for our honeymoon. We will be back to stay in the future. Thanks for everything" Baltimore, MD 10/10-12/2008"Dear Helen and Bruce — Peace, tranquility — serene environment. Just a few words to describe the feelings of being with you at Shining Dawn. Indeed, this is a reatreat from the sometimes chaotic world we all face. Thank you for these moments." Township of Washington, NJ 10/04/2008"Helen & Bruce, Thank you for a wonderful stay! The house is gorgeous, comfortable and peaceful and the breakfasts were outstanding. We enjoyed every aspect of our weekend and hope to return in the future." West Friendship, MD 09/28/2008"Dear Helen & Bruce, Although our stay was brief, you both made us feel like family. Your warmth and charm, not to mention your hospitality and the enormous pride for your beautiful home were all given to us in abundance. We both are looking forward to our next visit when our friendship may be rekindled." Buffalo, NY 09/21/2008"We were grateful to do our couples retreat here. Five couples were comfortable & felt that this warm & cozy place helped us to be relaxed & open with each other. Thank you." Philadelphia, PA 09/14/2008"Helen & Bruce, Thank you for your grand hospitality. Though our visit was brief our stay here was beautiful. We love the Rising Sun Room and cannot wait to come back again" Philadelphia, PA 08/31/2008"Dear Helen & Bruce, I wish we could have stayed longer & enjoyed the beautiful garden & rooms. You are both very warm & welcoming. A great breakfast — Bruce we loved the coffee!! Our room was so comfortable as well. I am sure we will be back" Pittsburgh, PA 08/24/2008"Helen and Bruce: How beautiful and inspiring this wonderful historical home. The imagination I had of all the folks who lived here before and how their lives transpired in their days here was enjoyable to think about. We loved being here with you and Bruce. Your hospitality was wonderful and the food superb." Lebanon, TN 07/11/2008"Helen & Bruce, Thank you for providing us with such nice accomodations! The bed was comfortable and the breakfast delicious and beautifully served." Vienna, VA 05/17/2008"Helen & Bruce — The whole spirit of Shining Dawn is captured and reflected by the Rising Sun room! Serene, glowing, filled with possibilites describe your home and the room we stayed in. You have done a fabulous job in creating spaces which rest the body and inspire the mind. Your hospitality is outstanding. And Helen, your breafasts are stellar! Thank you so much for a wonderful setting for our anniversary. We hope to be back!" Freedom, PA 04/26/2008"Dear Helen " Bruce, Thank you for your kindness and hospitality. The Inn is beautiful and the food is delicious! The Rising Sun room is the most beautiful room we have ever stayed in. You both have done a wonderful job with the restoration & renovations. We can't wait to come back after the baby is born. Thanks again!" Upperco, MD 03/07/2008"Helen & Bruce, We had a wonderful get-away for our 15th Anniversary! Thanks for the beautiful surroundings, great restaurant suggestions, interesting conversations & wonderful hospitality. Everything was just right! Looking foward to returning soon." Baltimore, MD 02/24/2008"Dear Helen & Bruce, Thank you for your hospitality — You really have a lovely home and you made us feel so welcomed! Will definitely 'spread the word' and tell people how lovely 'The Shining Dawn' is!" Mount Airy, MD 02/09/2008"Bruce & Helen, We want to thank the both of you for providing us with this peaceful get away. It was a real pleasant experience. We are looking forward to coming back again soon."
Windsor, PA 12/09/2007"Thank you so much for a wonderful time. We enjoyed a very relaxing weekend here at the Shining Dawn. It is always nice to get away. We will definitely come back again." Chambersburg, PA 11/10/2007"Helen, Once again we had a wonderful time! Your home is always so peaceful. Thanks for this oasis." Alexandria, VA 11/2-4/2007"Helen, We enjoyed our stay here in your lovely home. Thank you for your warm hospitality. We hope to come back soon." Bayonne, NJ 10/20-21/2007"Great renovations, superb food & lighting — good job! We appreciate your hosting skills." Richland Heights, OH 10/18-19/2007"Helen & Bruce, Thank you for sharing your home with us! It is beautiful!" Royersford, PA 10/13/2007 "Helen & Bruce, Your home was a real delight to stay in and a fun experience. We were just in awe at the funishings and the overall atmosphere which you all have created and enlivened. Your hospitality was superb. Thank you for sharing it with us. We shall remember our experience for all time. Our best to you all." Southern CA, 10/06-08/2007"Helen & Bruce, What a beautiful house! We loved staying in the Rising Sun Room. This experience will definitely be remembered as a great one as part of our wedding day!" Lynchburg, VA 09/30/2007"Helen & Bruce — Once again — a wonderful stay! The Rising Sun Room is beautiful — perfectly suited for relaxing and recharging! The company at breakfast is always friendly & interesting. Many thanks for making every guest welcome as family..." Hazlet, NJ 8/17-19/2007 "Thank you for the wonderful stay! The accomodations were lavish & the host was friendly. Thank you for helping make my quarter of a century birthday great."Damascus, MD 08/03/2007"Helen & Bruce, We had a truly wonderful experience staying at Shining Dawn. Since it was our first bed and breakfast, we weren't sure what to expect. You certainly set a very high standard for any future B&B stays for us! Thanks so much for the hospitality, and we hope to stay here again when visiting the kids." Louisville, KY 07/26-28/2007"Helen, Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us. Ben enjoyed the 'fancy' orange juice and cheezy, puffy Utz's chips. Alexis and Gramma Marcia enjoyed reading the Harry Potter Book 7 on the back proch. We enjoyed sitting in your back garden. We hope to come back." Lombard, IL 7/21-24/2007"Helen - we had a delightful time on our weekend get-away. Thank you for your wonderful hospitality & great cooking. We will be recommending your B&B to everyone we know & we will definitely be coming back in the future." Frederick, MD 7/13-14/2007"We have very much enjoyed our stay here." Baltimore, MD 06/02/2007"Thank you so much. A most pleasant experience in a very grand, warm, beautiful place." St. George, Utah 05/29/2007
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From the Tree of Life Room
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"Helen & Bruce, Thank you so much for everything. This home is amazing! Helen & Bruce were very welcoming. Our 1st Anniversary was a wonderful time here at the Shining Dawn. We truly enjoyed ourselves. Good Luck w/everything!" Union Bridge, MD 09/27/2009"Bruce & Helen, What a wonderful time we have had in your beautiful bed & breakfast. Thank you for your great hospitality. It is a memory that our family will so enjoye talking about through the years." Northville, MI 09/09/2009"What a treasure you have here! The house is extraordinary & I have loved just 'being' here. I came for a getaway to just relax & regroup & have enjoyed the beauty and peaceful vibe. You have created a very special place. Thank you so much for this memorable experience" Newtown, PA 07/29/2009"Fabulous B-fast. Hospitality was great. Very relaxing get away. Slept very good. Best we had in a long time. Will pass along to our friends about the Shining Dawn. Great Place" Litiz, PA 07/04/2009"Bruce & Helen, Thank you for your warm hospitality, the peaceful environment, gorgeous accommodations, and kindness toward us! We're so glad we could spend our 7th anniversary here! We are not disappointed. Rather, we are quite thrilled with having chosen the Shining Dawn B&B. We're enjoying the opportunity to relax and be refreshed." Baltimore, MD 06/28/2009Click here to read more "Tree of Life" Guest Comments
"My Father and I really enjoyed our trip which was made nice by having a place we could relax. He really enjoyed the porch and sitting there drinking his coffee. It was his first time and maybe last to see Gettysburg which he enjoyed. So again thank you for your kindness." Sockbridge, MI 04/20/2009"This BnB was fantastic. I always had the misconception of being stuffed into small bedroom with a continental breakfast. Some friends had that experience so I was set for the same. What a wonderful surprise to see a spacious bedroom, elegantly decorated, high-top bed, beautiful appointments and perfect temperature. It has been a long time since we slept so well 2 nights in a row. Stress melted away as we strictly relaxed. Breakfast was first class, comprised of health-conscious portions, and hot food was hot (and tasty) and cold items were well chilled. Helen & Bruce were delightful to communicate with and very helpful for insight to local venues. Their pride in the hard work was evident as they share the joys & heartaches of creating such a wonderful oasis. Well done!" Reading, PA 01/11/2009"Helen & Bruce, What a wonderful experience! We enjoyed the hospitality and exchanges about the renovation of our homes. Your home is wonderful — it has made us want to return home and get busy!! We enjoyed the stay so much & hope that we can visit again. Best of luck and thank you" Sunbury, NC 10/03/2008"Thank You! We had an amazing time staying here in this gorgeous house. This was a lifetime experience that we will never forget. Thank you again Helen and Bruce" Mt. Top, PA 09/21/2008"What a treat! This is an amazing home in an amazing place. Our host were as gracious as could be. Our stay will be a memory we treasure and reflect upon often. We look forward to coming again and again as our family grows." Toledo, OH 08/22-25/2008"We couldn't have picked a more perfect place to celebrate our anniversary. The stained glass windows, the porch off our room, the entire houses was welcoming. Your hospitality and attention to detail were appreciated. We will definitely recommend the Shining Dawn to any of our friends who are headed in this direction." Burke, VA 06/27-28/2008"Helen and Bruce, This is such a wonderful home you have here. The rooms are beatiful and the food is delicious. We appreciate all the accomodations you made for us. Thank you for your kindness and generosity" Ridgefield, CT 05/23-26/2008"Dearest Helen and Bruce, This being the 2nd time I've stayed at Shining Dawn, I have concluded that it has only gotten better . . .which means it is officially a slice of heaven in my book. Thank you for your hospitality and kindness. I cannot wait until we come again!" Nashville, TN 05/16/2008"Helen & Bruce, We would love to thank you for the wonderful evening & breakfast in your home. It is so beautiful. We plan on coming back to the area to antique & visit the historic sites. Thank you again." Chadsford, PA 03/08/2008"Thank you for a peaceful getaway. We wish you great success" Akron, PA 01/18-20/2008"Thank you for a wonderful night! Your home is beautiful and your kindness was fantastic!" South Beloit, IL 11/3-4/2007"We had a fantastic stay in this beautiful home. Loved the food as well as the company." Los Gatos, CA 08/17-19/2007"We selectd your B & B for the beautiful architecture & exquisite stained glass windows. Your hospitality, bountiful breakfasts, accommodation to dietary needs & recommendations for touring the area made this trip a perfect getaway! Thank you!" Palo Alto, CA 08/03-04/2007"Oh my gosh, what a spectacular B&B! We had such a great time staying here in our rooms. The Breakfasts were wonderful, the recommendations for things to do were unexpected yet outstanding. If I ever come back here, then this is where I will visit again! :)" Lombard, IL0 7/21-24/2007 WOW! What a beautiful home you have. The history, stories & the company. I would love to bring my wife back next time. Kokomo, IN 07/12-13/2007"What a wonderful haven! Beautiful, peaceful and inviting... . Many thanks to Helen for being such a wonderful hostess. Your home is lovely - We'll be back in August!" Hazlet, N.J. 07/05-07/2007"The house is absolutely gorgeous! For my my first B&B experience I had a wonderful time!" Stroudsburg, PA 03/16/2007"From the moment we entered your lovely home, we didn't have a care in the world. The room is beautiful and we enjoyed our view from the private porch. We loved our deliciious breakfast and conversation. Thank you Helen and Bruce for your warm, wonderful hospitality. We look forward to returning in the future." West Minister, MD 05/05-06/2007
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From the Phoenix Room
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"Dear Helen and Bruce, While our stay in your home was short, we won't soon forget your hospitality, comfortable room and delicious breakfast. We look forward to borrowing your German Apple Pancake recipe-de-lish :) Thanks so much for a lovely stay in your beautiful home." Wyndmoor, PA 08/30/2009"I'm so happy my son & daughter stayed here and shared their wonderful experience with us. I truly have never stayed in such a comfortable place. The breakfast was so delicious and excellent. I love this place, I hope to return some day. The Shining Dawn Bed and Breakfast is a 5 ☆☆☆☆☆. Thanks again" Minneola, FL 08/20/2009"What a lovely home! The stained glass windows are remarkable. Breakfast was delightful. Helen & Bruce have created a peaceful, relaxing retreat. Thank you!" Baltimore, MD 08/06/2009"We had a very peaceful evening here last night. Every detail to comfort was thought by our hosts." Hampstead, NH 07/30/2009"We just finished an excellent breakfast. After driving several hours yesterday, this B & B was the perfect stop along our trip. As newlyweds and first timers, this Bed & Breakfast has kicked off our marriage and our experiences on a very high mark. We cannot wait for an excuse to come back north and make a stop here! Helen, Bruce, Spectacular Job! Thank you for a history about the house, I only wish I could've heard more." Rochester, NY & Richmond, VA 07/27/2009"We had a wonderful stay. Breakfast was delicious and it was so nice to have a chance to relax and share stories afterwards. You have a wonderful place here and really made us feel welcome. Hopefully we can stay again in the future." Alexandria, VA 07/26/2009"We had a great stay! Helen & Bruce were extremely helpful in getting us information about what to see & do in the area, the house is beautiful & breakfast was delicious! We would certianly recommend the Shining Dawn to friends! Thanks for a great stay" Denver, CO 07/12/2009Click here to read more "Phoenix" Guest Comments
"We have never stayed at a B & B before. We're glad to have made this place our first. Helen & Bruce made us feel most welcome. We would love to return. Thanks for the experience." Acton, Ontario, Canada 07/04/2009"Wonderful! Breakfast was great. Overall atmosphere of the B & B was amazing. This was my first time staying in a B & B and surely won't be my last. Thanx again Bruce for showing us around the house & showing us all the work you and Helen did to restore this beautiful old house." Pittsburgh, PA 06/17/2009"Arrived late, so my visit was brief Helen & Bruce were most generous and saw me in with total hospitality. I look forward to a more relaxing return to this very inspiring Home and Setting." Alexandria, VA 06/13/2009"Thank you for sharing your beautiful historic home with us. We are B & B veterans & truly enjoyed our stay here." Riverview, FL 06/07/2009"We had a wonderful stay! We have never stayed at a bed and breakfast before and we will from now on. But I don't know if any will live up to the Shining Dawn! The bed was extremely cozy, and the house was beautiful. Breakfast was delicious! Thanks for everything. We'll try to make it back" Conshohocken, PA 11/09/2008"What a wonderful, relaxing stay! My husband let me make arrangements for his 56th birthday and I chose a B&B — his comment this AM 'I may become a B&B traveler instead of hotels'. Shining Dawn B&B — beautiful attention to every detail — exquisite & lovely — makes one feel at ease and right at home. Her breakfasts - Great. We noted how very quiet our room was — We hope to be back some day!!" Elkton, VA 10/26/2008"Dear Helen & Bruce, This has been a delightful weekend. I don't know how our daughter found your B&B, but it was a great gift for our 30th anniversary. This is such a beautiful home, so many examples of artistry and craftsmanship to enjoy and such peacefulness here. Your food was delicous. Thank you for considering our health issues! We enjoyed touring the beautful churches, the fire museum & farmer's market. We hope to visit the Hanover Farms horses today. Thank you for helping our daughter arrange the gifts for us, and for making our 30th anniversary so special." Libertytown, MD 10/12/2008"Your hospitality is first class! Thank you for a great vacation. Delicious breakfast. We enjoyed meeting your son & his friends. I hope we'll be back one day soon!" Winter Park, FL 08/02/2008"Wonderful! Excellent! The setting is great! The accomodations are excellent! The food was wonderful! We will talk about and recommend the Shining Dawn to all we encounter. Good luck and thank you." Havertown, PA 07/18-20/2008"What a wonderful experience we had this weekend in our first B & B! Helen & Bruce are such gracious hosts & made our time here so enjoyable! Excellent, excellent food and the accomodations are just top notch! We will certainly recommend to all our family & friends. Thanks again for a wonderful time!" Westerville, OH 07/11-13/2008"Though we were drawn to the area to experience Gettysburg, we feel so fortunate to have stayed at this marvelous B & B enjoying the gracious hospitality of Helen and Bruce; they have created a environment for guest that is welcoming, impeccably tasteful and quite serene. From the scrumptious breakfast to the comfortable digs, it's a visit we will long remember. Again, thanks a million, H and B." Davis, CA 05/15/2008"Thanks to Helen & Bruce for a great weekend retreat. It's blossom time in Hanover — Wisteria, lilacs, azaleas & all sorts of dogwood — all added to the already colourful countryside & town. Great breakfasts & lovely house. Thanks." Toronto, Canada 05/03/2008"As the chosen site for our group retreat celebrating the conclusion of a year of experiences fostering leadership development, . . . Your home was ours and made the experience enriching and most memorable. Thank you for the special homey touches that left us wanting to return for a future visit. Best wishes for the future success." Westminster, MD 11/17/2007"Sid and I had such a wonderful weekend staying at your beautiful home. Your hospitality was amazing and your cooking was top notch. We will definately come back again & recommend your to our friends. Thank you for everything and much suceess in this venture" Hagerstown, MD 10/12-14/2007"This was a perfect week-end in a perfect setting. This house is just so beautiful. Every detail. We will visit, and recommend you wherever we go. Best luck. Continue to enjoy." State College, PA 10/06-08/2007, "We are adding the Shining Dawn to our list of B & B's to which we will return. All was perfect — the charming room, fab food, & the porch & gardens so very delightful. We did a planned bicucle ride through the beautiful horse farms, brick factory (seriously enormous!), lovely farms and old homes and barns all made this a wonderful stay. We danced in the Foyer to end our stay. It was a great weekend — one we hope to repeat often." Falls Church, VA 09/01-02/2007"This was a wonderful experience at the Shining Dawn B&B. We had a great time!! Helen was such a gracious inn-keeper. She made us feel right at home!!!! Helen made terrific breakfast specialities every morning!!! We are gonna miss those soy-almond pancakes. Delicious!!!! We always stay at B&B's when we travel but the Shining Dawn stands out in our minds!!! We will be back again because we were treated like family!!!!" Queens, NY 07/21-24/2007"My first B&B and a truly delightful experience. Your facility is most special and comfortable. Everyting is in perfect condition and spotless. Like MacArthur - 'I shall return'. Best success to you." Stewbenville, OH 07/07/2007"A lovely weekend away in a dream b & b - everything was perfect! Close enough to Gettysburg but in a quiet and quaint setting away from crowds. We can't wait to return. P.S. The stained glass windows alone are worth a visit." Berwyn, PA 06/23/2007"Everthing was exactly as one would have it. The attention to detail is over the top. Thanks for a lovely evening & breakfast." Rochester, NY 05/27/07"This was the first B&B that we have ever been to. We really liked how beautiful everything was." Stroudsburg, PA 03/16/2007
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From the Peacock Room
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"Bruce & Helen — We enjoyed our stay here so much. The rooms are gorgeous but the hospitality was out-standing" Barnstead, NH 09/18/2009"Dear Helen and Bruce, Thank you for a wonderful stay! The scones were magnificent, the atmosphere ideal and peaceful, the beds comfortable and the company excellent. You have created a gracious home away from home, and we weill be sure to point anyone coming to PA to the Shining Dawn!" Boston, MA 09/06/2009"Helen & Bruce; Thank you so much for your incredible hospitality!! You both are wonderful people with an exceptional home. Your assistance for our 'birthday celebration' — Todd was thrilled! I look forward to staying with you again. May God Bless you both and surround this home with lots of love, health, comfort, friends and keep you both in his palm." Leesburg, VA 098/09/2009"Dear Helen & Bruce, We had the best time ever in Gettysburg! What a beautiful home you have, with such history! Have a great business & life! Thanks for everything." Wayne, PA 07/19/2009"Dear Helen & Bruce — What a delight to stop over for the night here at Shining Dawn! Your lovely home & warm hospitality & delicious food have made our journey so much less a task & so much more a memorable experience. We will surely spread the word!" Brooklyn, NY 07/12/2009"This is really a very good experience for my mom and I. We are impressed by how 'original' and pretty the house is. The breakfast was extremely delicious and very healthy. Thanks very much for the wonderful food and room." Nanchang, China 07/04/2009Click here to read more "Peacock" Guest Comments
"We rode our Vespa's from Great Cacapon WV to your lovely B&B. Thanks so much for the wonderful room and hospitality. The house is beautiful and warm. We plan to return for one of the meditation sessions." Baltimore, MD 06/29/2009"'It is probably an accomplishment just to make it to an interesting room' — Nellis Wirth. Dear Helen & Bruce, Thank you for a wonderful B&B experience. The food was great, the house beautiful and the company stimulating. We hope to see you again." Pittsburgh, PA 06/07/2009"Thank you for a lovely stay. The Peacock room is beautiful and breakfast was yummy. We'll end our trip with some bike riding in Gettysburg since we've eaten so well :) Many Thanks" Richmond, VA 05/24/2009"Helen & Bruce, We would like to tell you what a pleasant stay we enjoyed here. You were so kind & gracious to spend time talking with us and sharing the history of your home & town. Happy Easter & God bless" New York, NY 04/10/2009"Thank you Helen for opening the doors of your house and your heart to us this weekend. This was a very nice and much needed weekend for me. I hope to come back again in the Spring." Bensalem, PA 01/31/2009"This was my 1st time at a B & B, & on a spiritual retreat. I had a wonderful time & made a lot of new memories. this house is absolutely gorgeous! Thank you Helen, for your hospitality and your meditation lesson! I hope to return soon!" Philadelphia, PA 01/31/2009"Helen & Bruce, It was wonderful meeting you. The house is beautiful and there are so many interesting things in the area. See you again." Baltimore, MD 12/21/2008"We loved our Thanksgiving weekend here in the Peacock room. The food, room and the hosts were great. Enjoyed visiting the wineries. Thanks Helen & Bruce. See you soon!" Philadelphia, PA 11/30/2008"Helen & Bruce, We have enjoyed ourselves once again. Thank you for having us. We are sad to leave. We will be back!! See you later." Philadelphia, PA 11/16/2008"Helen & Bruce, Thank you so much for opening your home to us. It was a peaceful stay in a gorgeous room. Your warm, down-to-earth personalities made everything even better. We felt like we were at home. We learned a lot of history as well. Thank you for everything. We'll definitely be back again!" Bethlehem, PA 10/26/2008"Dear Helen & Bruce, The B & B is beautiful! The breakfasts were great! Our host & hostess could not have been more friendly or more helpful! We came with 4 other friends and we all feel that we made 2 new friends. Best of luck to the 2 of you and may you experience good health & prosperity!" Patterson, NJ 10/4-6/2008"After a very long & tedious drive from NYC we finally made it to Shining Dawn! As always, our night's stay was so comfortable & relaxing. Breafast was FANTASTIC too! Thank you Helen & Bruce we had such a lovely time !!!" Nashville, TN 08/23/2008"Wonderful, relaxing atmosphere — friendly hosts & patrons — and a fantastic breakfast all added up to a very enjoyable stay." Washington, D.C. 07/13/2008"What an absolutely gorgious B & B and immaculate! Everyone was so very cordial and informative. We had a wonderful stay. Thank you so much." Dover, DE 06/29/2008"What a perfect weekend — a chance to reconnect with nature and the spirit. Thank you for your greacious and warm atmosphere!" Arlington, VA 05/26/2008"Today my family and I just got here our room is nice, I like the color of blue they have. The people are really nice. I hope I do really good in the bowling finals by; Zach. They were very accomodating with our hectic schedule. Was a wonderful B & B with delicious breakfast! — Hope" Mill Hall, PA 05/16-18/2008"Though we weren't far from home we enjoyed our mini—getway. The house was beautiful and relaxing. Thanks for the hospitality. We look forward to our next stay." Hanover, PA 05/03/2008"Our first B & B experience has been a wonderful one. It was so nice to be pampered in such a beautiful home. We are looking forward to our next visit here!" King of Prussia, PA 03/09/2008"I have stayed in Bed & Breakfast homes all over the world — but this is the most wonderful one of all! Such a special, peaceful spirit exists here. Thank you, Helen & Bruce, for this spot along the way in life's journey." Jacksonville, FL 11/10-13/2007"What a peaceful, beautiful home! Thank you so much for your hospitality. A fantastic experience!" Westminster, MD 11/16/2007"I liked staying here! It is very neat and fun. God bless this house (from Grace — age 7)"Fairfax, VA 11/3/2007"While we planned to spend 2 nights, circumstances forced us to cut our visit shorter. It is a tragedy that we had to spend so much of our stay here sleeping. Why escape to a dream when reality is so beautiful & elegant? Thank you for embracing the dream that man can live in concorde with the world and supporting the peaceful co-existence of all creatures. We shall return." Long Island, NY 10/20/2007"What a beautiful house! So 'original' & well appointed — a real class act! You are an attentive, caring hostess. Your inn is a quiet respite from the hustle & bustel of Gettysburg. What a terrific area you live in! Thank you. P.S. The Peacock room is a masterpiece — elegant, creative & restful" Millville, NJ 10/06-08/2007"This was certainly a wonderful experience for my first stay in a B & B. I enjoyed every minute. I hope we meet again some day" Owings Mill, MD 07/29/2007"We enjoyed our Stay very much. Beautiful B & B. Thanks." Rockaway, N.J. 05/28/20007"What an amazing B & B. We had a relaxing time." Manassas, VA 03/31/2007"We were looking forward to this experience for awhile. We wish our stay here could be longer but we managed to visit Gettysburg & have oldtime photos taken, eat at a Japanese steak house and take part in a murder mystery. Our Peacock room was beautiful!" Stroudsburg, PA 03/16/2007
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From the Mid-Summer Night's Dream Room
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"...We enjoyed ourselves so very much, but the biggest surprise was the ceiling. It certainly made everything that much more special. Breakfast was wonderful Thank you! Pittsfield, NH 09/18/2009""Helen & Bruce - What a blessing to come home for Grampa's 100th birthday & be treated to your generous hospitality & absolutely gorgeous home. Thank you for the wonderful stars, fragrant garden & delicious breakfasts. You are generous people & your home is filled with healing." Key Largo, FL 08/14/2009"Dear Helen & Bruce, Thank you for your sweetness and accommodations — staying here was the perfect end to our wedding day! You have a beautiful gem tucked into the little town of Hanover. The room is so beautiful & romantic; we loved sleeping under the stars on our wedding night. And waking up to the aroma of your delicious breakfast made it all complete. Thank you." Hampstead, MD 08/01/2009"Dear Helen & Bruce, Staying in your wonderful B & B certailny added to the great time we had visiting Gettysburg. Thank you for your warm hospitality, wonderful food & helful tips! Your house is beautiful Loved the stars!" Trevose, PA 07/19/2009"Happy 4th of July Helen & Bruce! You are fortunate to own a home in an area so rich with history. And we are lucky that you have chosen to open your doors and that you share your beautiful house with others, like us. We have spent an enjoyable holiday weekend here. This was our son's first experience at a B&B. We asked him what his impression of a B&B was. He said that he like waking up and being able to go downstairs and eat breakfast. The first night, when we turned out the lights, he was the first one to exclaim, 'Look at the ceiling!' I was impressed with the ceiling too. It makes you want to be a kid again. Thanks for the fun." Corapolis, PA 07/04/2009Click here to read more "MidSummer Night's Dream" Guest Comments
"Dear Helen & Bruce, We can't thank you enough for your generous hospitality — you made us feel 'at home' — but as special guests — your kindness and gentleness were much appreciated and truely do make 'Shining Dawn' a relaxing retreat. The gourmet breakfasts were amazing and again showed your care and kindness. We loved your beautiful house and the lovely restoration and touches that you have added. All in all we had a very memorable time. Thanks again!" Brownsburg, IN 06/20/2009"Helen & Bruce, Thank you so much for your hospitality. We loved the house and garden, the veranda, and the tub! A great cozy place for a tour with my parents visiting from France. They were amazed!" Philadelphia, PA (and France) 05/24/2009"Dear Helen & Bruce, This was a wonderful first-time B&B experience! The home is absolutely beautiful, and your breakfasts were delicious! Thank you for all of your hospitality." Bucks County, PA 05/17/2009"Dear Helen & Bruce, This is our first stay at a B&B and to be honest, we did not know what to expect. But your house is absolutely gorgeous and beautifully furnished. Our room was very cozy and sweetly endearing. The mural is gorgeous. We very much enjoyed our stay and it was the best way to end our 4th anniversary. Thank you so much for everything and all of your thoughtful kindness. We hope to return soon. :)" Manchester, MD 05/01/2009"Helen & Bruce, Thank you for everything. Your home and hospitality was wonderful. We hope to be back real soon. Take care" Warminster, PA 02/01/2009"Helen & Bruce, Thank you so much for your hospitality! Your home is beautiful and we enjoyed our time away from DC during inaugural weekend. Thanks." Washington, DC 01/18/2009"Helen & Bruce, Thank you so much for offering such a wonderful place to stay. We had a very relaxing evening, and greatly appreciate your hospitality. The stars were unique. Your cooking was wonderful. Again, thank you so much. We hope to return again." Jersy Shore, PA 11/22/2008
"Helen & Bruce, We had a wonderful stay here - thank you so much for everything. The house is beautiful and our room was great! We truly appreciate your hospitality, and thank you for making our stay extra relaxing! We hope to return soon!" Baltimore, MD 11/07/2008
"Dear Helen & Bruce, Thank you for your hospitality. This was our first time staying at a Bed & Breakfast, and it exceeded our high expectations. Your warmth, thoughtfulness and effort are very apparent throughout Shining Dawn. From the greeting to the stars in this room to the breakfast, we couldn't have enjoyed what this B&B has become more. Thank you again! We'll be sure to tell friends and family & hope to come again" Philadelphia, PA 10/26/2008
"Dear Helen & Bruce — We enjoyed your Inn very much. It is a stunningly beautiful home. The Midsummer Night's Dream room was more than comfortable. The stars were lovely. The food was delicious. We would love to come again." Fairfax, VA 10/19/2008
"Helen & Bruce, We had an amazing visit largely in part to your beautiful Inn, fabulous breakfasts, and unending kindness. We have recommended your inn to everyone we've spoken to, and we'll be sure to return. Congratulations on a wonderful job! All the best." Philadelphia, PA 10/13/2008
"Helen & Bruce, Thank you so much for a lovely time. You have a wonderful home and great breakfasts! We hope to visit again soon." Union City, PA 10/2008
"Helen & Bruce, We had a wonderful time here. You have done a beautiful job with this house and really turned it into a home. Thank you for sharing your home and lives with us" Seattle, WA 07/2008
"What a wonderful escape from a hectic life style! Your beautiful home is a little slice of heaven on earth. Thank you for giving us exactly what we needed...a peaceful, relaxing evening under the stars! Best Wishes." Fayette City, PA 07/12/2008
"Bruce & Helen, The stars. . . .The stars. . . .??? until the lights went out we were mystified by previous log entries but then, AHA!!! Neat effect :) The opportunity to stay in a home of this grandeur was great. Thank you for your hospitality" Craley, PA 05/17/2008"Helen and Bruce, Thank you so much for helping to make this weekend for my family and me a wonderful time! Your B & B is just wonderful and the breakfast s to die for — Thank you again and good luck in the future" Centerville, MD 04/18/2008"Helen & Bruce, We had no idea what a wonderful day and evening it was going to be when our friends invited us along with them to 'Uncork York' some six weeks ago. What a fabulous day! And what a comfortable and cozy evening. Every room in this home is special. Elegant yet understated and sophisticated. We will surely be back. And we'll tell others about your home and wonderful hospitality." Wayne, PA 03/08/2008"Helen & Bruce, Thank you for sharing your home with us. God has definitely blessed you with the gift of hospitality. It is a peaceful, happy home. We really enjoyed our stay. The stars really make this room special! We'll definitely be back!" Fairfax, VA 11/3-4/2007"We had such a wonderful stay for our 'Ghosts of Gettysburg' tour & our 6 month wedding anniversary! Helen & Bruce, you have a knack for hospitality. Your home is beautiful. Thank you for sharing it. The food was gourmet! Best wishes to you. We would recommend you to anyone." Hershey, PA 10/28/2007"Thank you for your kindness & all your suggestions for fun things to do. Your breakfasts are oh-so-nice and coffee selections great. May you be blessed by God in serving your guests with such love, grace & humility" Schuykill Haven, PA 10/20-21/2007"Words cannot express how you made this weekend perfect for our family. This weekend was emotional in remembering our father. The comfort of your home made it so special. Thank you for everything and we will return next year!" King of Prussia, PA 10/14/2007"Your home is beautiful! Thank you for sharing it with us. Our get away weekend was a last minute idea and your Bed & Breakfast was a perfect ending to our get-together." Livingston, NJ 10/08/2007"You have successfully combined the sense of being a guest, yet being family. The decor is elegant yet tasteful and comfortable. Our weekend was a memorable one. Thank you.!" Milford, PA 10/07/2007"Our 'Last minute' reservation was just the ticket for celebrating our 35th anniversary! Your home is beautiful and this room so aptly named. We can tell you have a passion for your work and life here. Thank you for your kind hospitality." State College, PA 08/19/2007"We had a wonderful time in your beautiful home. Your attention to detail is astounding! The meals were fabulous and we enjoyed the conversation. We loved sleeping under the stars and found this very relaxing. We hope to come back soon. We also want to wish you the very best in this Endeavour. Thank you so much"
Toronto, Ontario, Canada, 08/06-07/2007 "We had a wonderful time and especially enjoyed sleeping under the stars! Breakfast was delicious and I can't wait to try the recipies at home. We look forward to coming back!" Cobbs Creek, VA 07/29/2007"We had such a lovely time staying here! The room is beautiful and the food was scrumptious!" Alexandria, VA 07/20-21/2007
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