Local Attractions
The queen is within walking distance to several attractions, including but not limited to the Bellefonte public library, several locally owner and operated stores and restaurants, the beautiful waterfront Talleyrand park, Centre County Library & Historical Museum, Central PA Fly Fishing, Bellefonte Historical Railroad. The queen is within driving distance to the Palmer museum of art, Penns Cave, Penn State University, HUB-Robeson Gallery, the State Theater, Susquehanna Wine Trail, Tussey Mountain Family Fun Center and Outfitters, Rothrock state forest, hiking trails at Shingletown Gap, and several state parks.
Property Description
The Queen is a meticulously restored Queen Anne style Victorian home located in the center of a historic residential district.Enjoy an evening of Victorian pastimes. Relax by the fireplace in the foyer surrounded by a collection of Santas. Common areas for guests include a Victorian parlor with working Victrola, player piano and stereopticon. Sit on the front porch and listen to the quiet while sipping a mint tea and watch the neighbors enjoy caring for their beautiful homes. Walk to the historic commercial district and purchase that unique gift or enjoy fine dining in a charming Victorian village. Explore unique shops, outdoor activities, fun community events, and more during your stay!Indulge in a gourmet breakfast served in the large dining room with antique glassware and linens. Weather permitting, breakfast is served on the patio. The Queen has been certified by UNESCO as a sustainable property. Guests will enjoy our beautiful native Audubon pollinator gardens with lush greenery and vibrant flowers. Delicious honey collected from our hives is provided for tea or toast. Our hydroponic garden tower allows guest to enjoy fresh salad greens, tomatoes, berries, and herbs year round. Stay in Anne's Room, the original master bedroom with turret and curved glass windows overlooking the rooftops of it's neighbors. Relax in a Victorian slipper tub in the privacy of your own room. Browse through hunting and fishing books as well as collectibles while relaxing in front of the fire in the Governor's Suite with its king bed and plenty of room for pets and/or children. Nanny's Attic will wrap you in nostalgia and its oversized shower with massage jets will relax you as you travel to a special place in your mind. Enjoy a formal breakfast in the elegant dining room or, weather permitting relax on the patio while enjoying the music of a waterfallThe Maid's Quarter's offers total privacy for an extended stay in your own apartment with full kitchen, bath and laundry. Just bring your suitcase, everything else can be provided if you wish. The Queen is a UNESCO Need more space? Share your accommodations with friends and family in the three-bedroom Guest House with full kitchen, living room and your own front porch.As an added convenience for our guests, CATA-Go services are available. Green Sustainability
The Queen is “Green”We love that you have chosen to stay here and we hope that you will share our green philosophy during you stay and perhaps go home a little richer for it.Guests are provided with reusable water bottles during their stay to reduce plastic waste.Products like our toilet paper, cleaning products, laundry detergent have been chosen because they do not have any harsh chemicals or perfumes added. Sheets are changed every third or fourth day. Upon your request, they can be changed daily.Towels are changed every other day. If you would like them changed more often, please leave them on the floor or in the shower and they will be replaced. The recycling baskets in the halls are for glass, cans, plastic, magazines and newspapers.We use only fair trade coffee. We grow our own pesticide free tomatoes, herbs and berries and buy locally grown as much as we can.We recycle rain water to water our garden.We use recycled copy paper.We do NOT use paper plates, paper cups or paper towels. (We do offer paper cups for “to go” coffee.)We use on demand hot water heaters to avoid storing unneeded hot water. This also insures that our guests will not run out of hot water.Most things in The Queen – were someone else’s first. Furnishings and accessories are antiques, yard sale finds or family heirlooms.The Queen herself has been recycled from an abandoned shell to her former beauty.Winter room temperatures are kept at 60 degrees, allowing each guest to heat their room to their comfort level with their fireplace.The first floor of The Queen is heated with a radiant floor system allowing us to keep lower temperatures while your feet are nice and toasty.Guest rooms are equipped with ceiling fans and windows may be opened in the summer. If the humidity is high, we may ask that you keep the windows closed so we can use the central air system.We use compact fluorescent or LED bulbs wherever feasible. Where incandescent bulbs are used, we use dimmer switches to save energy.Motion sensors are used to turn some lights on and off without the need for you to find the switch.Some outdoor lighting has been converted to solar.Rain barrels are used to collect water for watering the gardens.We use full size refillable amenities to reduce waste and disposal of plastic. We compost kitchen waste.
Details / Other Expenses
Check In: | 2:00 pm |
Check Out: | 11:00 am |
Year of Last Renovation: | 2016 |
Floors: | 3 |
Rooms: | 4 |
Corridors: | Both Interior and Exterior Hallways |
Non Smoking Rooms: | 4 |
Handicap Rooms: | |
Rooms with 1 Bed: | 3 |
Rooms with 2 Beds: | 1 |
Suites: | 1 |
Room Windows: | Windows Do Open |
Cleaning Frequency: | As Needed |
Meeting Rooms: | 1 View Spaces |
Meeting Space: | 5000 sq. feet |
Banquet Space: | Holds 10 people |
Dist. to Food/Bars: | 0.3 Mi |
Dist. to Nearest Gym: | 0.3 Mi |
FEMA Approved: | Yes |
Pool Info: FREE pass to YMCA pool 5 blocks away |
Ownership: | Nancy Noll |
Policies / Expenses Cancellation: Cancellations received at least 2 weeks prior to the reservation date have no penalty. Cancellations with less than 2 weeks notice will require a 50% payment IF the room is not rebooked. Cancellations with less than 48 hours notice will be fully charged. |
Nightly Parking: | FREE |
Total Taxes: | 11.00% |
State Tax: | 6.00% |
Occupancy Tax: | 5.00% |
Amenities / Features
Airport & Shuttle Information
University Park Airport.
Local Shuttle Info: FREE airport pick up at University Park Airport
Breakfast Information
FREE American style gourmet breakfast served each morning. Special diets accommodated with prior notice.
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Yes! Pets are allowed.
Pets permitted in any room but Anne's Room or Nanny's Attic. $25 pet fee per stay. Parking Info
Internet / WiFI
FREE internet throughout the property.
Cleaning Policies
Rooms thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each guest. Guest may request cleaning to their room during their stay. Common areas cleaned and sanitized often.
Suggested AI Generated Itinerary
Day 1
- Breakfast: The Waffle Shop - A local favorite known for its delicious waffles and breakfast options. Located 0.3 miles from The Queen.
- Lunch: The Blonde Bistro - A charming bistro serving a variety of sandwiches, salads, and soups. Located 0.4 miles from The Queen.
- Dinner: The Governors' Pub & Restaurant - A historic pub offering a diverse menu of American cuisine. Located 0.2 miles from The Queen.
- Activity: Talleyrand Park - A beautiful park with walking trails, a creek, and picnic areas. Located 0.5 miles from The Queen.
Day 2
- Breakfast: Cool Beans Coffee & Tea - A cozy coffee shop serving a selection of specialty coffees and pastries. Located 0.2 miles from The Queen.
- Lunch: The Bellefonte Wok - A Chinese restaurant known for its flavorful dishes and friendly service. Located 0.4 miles from The Queen.
- Dinner: The Gamble Mill Restaurant & Microbrewery - A historic mill turned restaurant offering a range of dishes and craft beers. Located 0.3 miles from The Queen.
- Activity: Bellefonte Art Museum - A small art museum showcasing local and regional artwork. Located 0.6 miles from The Queen.
Day 3
- Breakfast: The Waffle Shop - A local favorite known for its delicious waffles and breakfast options. Located 0.3 miles from The Queen.
- Lunch: The Governors' Pub & Restaurant - A historic pub offering a diverse menu of American cuisine. Located 0.2 miles from The Queen.
- Dinner: The Blonde Bistro - A charming bistro serving a variety of sandwiches, salads, and soups. Located 0.4 miles from The Queen.
- Activity: Bellefonte Historical Railroad Society - A museum dedicated to preserving the history of railroading in Bellefonte. Located 0.5 miles from The Queen.