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From the Jewel in the Heart Room
"Delightful and relaxing time. We enjoyed our stay. Helen & Bruce, we know your labor of love will be rewarding." Royersford, PA 12/09/2006"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
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"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 & 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"Thanks for the wonderful stay - the cozy room and great breakfasts were very much enjoyed. " Maple, Ontario Canada 06/28/2007"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
"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"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"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"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"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"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"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"What a beautiful 'here' you create now." Jersy City, NJ 03/15/2008"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"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"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"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
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From the Rising Sun Room
"Thank you so much. A most pleasant experience in a very grand, warm, beautiful place." St. George, Utah 05/29/2007"We have very much enjoyed our stay here." Baltimore, MD 06/02/2007
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"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"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 & 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"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 — 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 "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, 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, Thank you for sharing your home with us! It is beautiful!" Royersford, PA 10/13/2007 "Great renovations, superb food & lighting — good job! We appreciate your hosting skills." Richland Heights, OH 10/18-19/2007"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"Helen, Once again we had a wonderful time! Your home is always so peaceful. Thanks for this oasis." Alexandria, VA 11/2-4/2007"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"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"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"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 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 — 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"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
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From the Tree of Life Room
"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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"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. 07/05-07/2007WOW! 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"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 "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"We had a fantastic stay in this beautiful home. Loved the food as well as the company." Los Gatos, CA 08/17-19/2007"Thank you for a wonderful night! Your home is beautiful and your kindness was fantastic!" South Beloit, IL 11/3-4/2007"Thank you for a peaceful getaway. We wish you great success" Akron, PA 01/18-20/2008"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"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 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
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From the Phoenix Room
"This was the first B&B that we have ever been to. We really liked how beautiful everything was." Stroudsburg, PA 03/16/2007"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
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"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"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"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"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 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, "Dearest Helen, 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"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"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"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
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From the Peacock Room
"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"What an amazing B & B. We had a relaxing time." Manassas, VA 03/31/2007
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"We enjoyed our Stay very much. Beautiful B & B. Thanks." Rockaway, N.J. 05/28/20007"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"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"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"I liked staying here! It is very neat and fun. God bless this house (from Grace — age 7)"Fairfax, VA 11/3/2007"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"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"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"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"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
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From the Mid-Summer Night's Dream Room
"We had such a lovely time staying here! The room is beautiful and the food was scrumptious!" Alexandria, VA 07/20-21/2007"We had a wonderful time and especially enjoyed sleeping under the stars! Breakfast was delicious and I can't wait to try the receipies at home. We look forward to coming back!" Cobbs Creek, VA 07/29/2007
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"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 "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"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"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"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"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"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"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"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 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"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
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