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It’s Golf I Like to Play!
Maybe you remember the kid's chant, "Rain, rain go away...". Well, how many would rather chant, "Winter, winter go away, It's really golf I'd like to play?" It just so happens that our Northern Poconos Chamber of Commerce hears your cry. That's why they've found a...
Eagles Landing
Sometimes winter can be a strange month in Northeast PA. It's cold, then it's warm, it snows, or not, or we get stuck in the slush. All this makes outdoor activities difficult to plan. Personally, I like the snow. I like to cross country ski and snowshoe. Ice...
Do I hear a Distant Train?
Calling all train enthusiasts! We are happy to talk about the Stourbrige Line getting "back on track". Under new ownership, we will hopefully see excursions again as soon as next summer. Our train has been missed by the town of Honesdale and this is wonderful news....
Let the Spirit Begin!
The days may be getting shorter and darker, the temperatures colder, but the heart grows warmer and the spirit brighter as the holiday festivities begin. I am looking forward to spending some time with my family for a traditional Thanksgiving dinner and surely there...
And the Sides, too
One of the important pieces of the bed and breakfast stay is, of course, the food. Over the last several years I think we have learned new tricks and definitely new recipes. Then again we are still learning and will continue to learn. Making one dish for the...
Throwback Thursday
If you've been to our bed and breakfast you surely know we like to collect old things, some might even be called antiques. Frequently I hear guests say, "There's so much to see, something everywhere I look". We enjoy finding these treasures, but also tell guests if...
Let the Cookie Baking Begin
November is now in double digits, Christmas Open House less than a month away, not quite sure why I am having difficulty getting the baking rolling. At least my brain is starting to think in the direction of needing to bake! What will the list include this year since...
February is for Romancing
The days are getting warmer and longer, we don't care what the groundhog says about winter lingering. It's time to sneak away and indulge in a bit of romance. February is the month for hearts. Get away to the Poconos. We love to pamper our guests and arranged a...
A New Year
2014 has quietly slipped into place and as most of you, we are off and running as if nothing has happened. Winter has shown its presence several times. This latest bout has even taught us new terminology: Polar Vortex! I remember 32 years past, when the wind chill...
Welcome
James Manning House Bed and Breakfast would like to welcome you to our new website. Please check back often as we will be very busy keeping everything updated, like our yummy homemade recipes!