Woolverton Inn

I’ve been here a few times and loved the experience. I’ve stayed in the Balustrade Room and also in the Hunterdon Cottage. Everything is well maintained and cozy. You can arrange to have wine and cheese in the room and order massages and other extras. New Hope and Lambertville are a short drive away for a little nightlife and dinner. Can’t wait to go back.

Woolverton Inn is amazing! I sent my parents here for my mother’s birthday. The minute we arrived, we were greeted by Mary (the new owner). Mary was so generous and worked with me so I can place things in the room before my parents arrived. She was so warm and inviting. She gave recommendations for restaurants and places to visit. My parents stayed in the Cotswold cottage (has great view of the sheep and enclosed patio). Let’s just say this cottage is really beautiful and cozy. Everything was clean and in pristine condition.
They were also very fond of Mario (co-​owner with his wife Mary). Woolverton is truly a gem from the owners, location, and overall value! My parents have not stopped smiling or raving about the breakfast which can be delivered to you – fresh squeezed juice, tea, coffee, muffins, omelets – need I say more. Trust me, don’t question it, just come!

Woolverton is a relaxing environment filled with good service, history, and sheep. In a last ditch effort to find places to take my wife on Valentine’s Day, I geographically searched bed and breakfasts on local map areas on Unilocal.Eventually, I found this gem of a place, with some vacancy. I got lucky, so I’d recommend booking further in advance if you choose to visit, especially on a holiday weekend. Funny enough, the wife and I drove by this place almost daily when we lived in Bucks County, never knowing it existed.
The property itself dates back to 1792 and has been well kept by owners and innkeepers since that time. The home itself was built by John Prall a pioneer merchant and Revolutionary War officer; then being sold to Maurice Woolverton where the Inn gets its name. I, too, was bummed when I realized Wool-​verton was a person and it had nothing to do with the sheep.
The Inn is run though a labor-​of-​love by the innkeepers Bob and Carolyn. They’ve maintained the historic charm of the property, while adding modern amenities for a wonderful stay or romantic getaway.
We stayed in the Sojourner Loft, a wonderful two story loft in one of the out buildings on the property. It includes 2 fireplaces that kept us warm on what was the coldest weekend of 2016 to date. More nicely, they didn’t have a TV in the room making for an even better escape. Other amenities in the room include a 2 person bath, wifi, hammock, 2 person shower, robes, a small fridge stocked with sodas and juice, and comfortable down feather topped mattress and pillows. They include journals from previous visitors to read along with board games and books to keep you entertained. If you’re a nerdy geography buff like me, you’ll find the décor of historic maps and globes around the Sojourner Loft right up your alley.
You can add other items to your stay such as a sheep cheese platter, wine, or a massage. If you need to stock up on wine or champagne, they offer a 10% discount at Stockton Fine Wines with the voucher available in the room, the discount only applies to these items. The room also includes a guide that will give you a good lay-​of-​the-​land for dining opportunities, including a page for restaurants that are open for lunch and on Mondays.
As I reflect on a stay at a bed and breakfast, they have to get 2 things right: the place to sleep and breakfast. Here, both are done extremely well. The beds are comfortable, the rooms are cozy, and the breakfast is delicious.
They were excellent with my gluten free dietary restriction offering alternatives with gluten free English muffins with breakfast among other things. The eggs Benedict they prepared were done perfectly, and were among the best I’ve had — and that’s my favorite breakfast food (the breakfast was invented at the Waldorf Astoria in New York for those that needed an extra useless fact). Second day, we had frittatas. Again served perfectly with sides of a gluten free muffin and gluten free granola. There is coffee, tea, and cookies also available in the main house throughout the day. If you choose, you can also have your breakfast delivered to your room.
I could not have chose a better place to be trapped with my wife for a frigid Valentine’s Day weekend. Our only regret is not noticing this place sooner.

This was our first time escaping to the Woolverton Inn and what a pleasant surprise it was. We had never been to the area and the owners were extremely helpful offering recommendations for dinner and guiding us on finding bike trails along the river.
The Inn itself is very quaint, a real country feel to it that allows you to escape the daily city bustle. The rooms have a dated feel but I think that goes along with its historical charm and was really what we were expecting. The breakfast was really the winner, those cranberry almond scones I needed to have the recipe (and they did give it to me), the eggs benedict with salmon it was all fresh and delicious.
It’s a great B&B that for us coming from Long Island was a great escape 2 hours away. Definitely look forward to returning to the country!

A perfect birthday getaway! The house is very inviting, and it has a real charm about it. We walked the well manicured grounds, saying hi to the sheep, and wandered around before heading to our room. We stayed in Letitia’s suite. I debated which room to chose as they are all so beautiful, but we were glad we opted for Letitia’s. It’s décor is warm and it felt cozy. The temp inside the room was cool even for end of July so the plush bedding was very comfortable. And now the best part… the two-​person steam shower and whirlpool tub!!! It was an unique experience to be in a historic setting with such luxurious ammedities. Oh, and let us not forget the bathrobe (which you can purchase)! Our breakfast of coffee, orange juice, lemon poppyseed muffins, fresh fruit, and buckwheat waffles with orange butter was a treat. I do not hear my husband rave that often, but for this he did, and that says a lot. I can’t wait to visit again. Christmas time sounds like a great opportunity.
K. Miller

No one believes me that we just got back from a sheep farm! It was such a unique and relaxing weekend that is hard for us city dwellers to imagine. The Inn itself is a few miles from the Lambertville/​New Hope towns, which we saw as a plus because we were truly isolated on the farm. We happened to be visiting on the one weekend a year when they sheared their 4 sheep, which was fun to watch. The property is quite large and you can go on walks amongst the tall trees and really enjoy nature.
The rooms are well furnished but a little dated. The hot tubs in the room are a great addition — so relaxing! The breakfast was good and both mornings had variety — they were also so accommodating for my vegetarian gluten-​free requests! We enjoyed playing scrabble and laying low on a Saturday night.
The experience was good, but not the «above and beyond» kind some other places have and especially because we were celebrating our first anniversary, it wasn’t «special» through the small thoughtful touches. As you can see on the website, the rooms range from $ 200 to $ 400 and we picked the Amelia’s Suite, which was even more expensive for weekend days. I’d definitely recommend the place to friends, for all its wonderful positives but couldn’t say it’s «as good as it gets» with all 5 Unilocal stars.

It’s already been said but this place is great! From having a comfy room to breakfast in bed, jacuzzi, private patio– we had a relaxing time! There aren’t any tv’s in the rooms which i love because it forces you to communicate with your partner. Also, loved the proximity to New Hope etc.

I had the privilege of staying at the Woolverton last weekend, and it absolutely exceeded my expectations. It’s cozy and quaint, and the luxurious accommodations make it difficult to leave the property. The staff and the owner are attentive, accommodating and really personable. The staff makes an amazing breakfast and they leave delicious homemade cookies out for the guests all day long.
While the Woolverton is tucked away and has a lot of privacy, it is surrounded by various towns that have delicious 5 star restaurants, bars, wine tastings and shops. All of which are a short and pleasant drive away.
I would definitely recommend this place to anyone in who is looking for a relaxing weekend getaway. You will not be disappointed.
To top is all off, I left my scarf at the Woolverton and the staff kindly mailed it back to me without me having to call and ask. The great experience continues even after you leave.

What an amazingly, charming getaway. So private and our room was amazing, the Audubon. The whirl pool tub was so great, the fireplace was a treat, the bedding so cozy. We loved the sheep outside our window. Breakfast in bed was delicious. We went for our wedding anniversary and it couldn’t have been nicer. Hope we can go back in the near future.

What a perfect little B&B. If you are looking for a charming getaway, look no further. You can tell the owners take a lot of pride in their work and seemingly go over the top to care for their guests.
The décor is pleasant and not overdone. Just the right amount of country charm.
The beds are delightful and fire places add such a nice touch. Oh and the sheep are just the cutest things.
The breakfast was just what we were hoping for. Fresh, delicious, and made with love.
For a gal that is obsessed with swanky hotels, this was a great experience. Thanks!

My husband always finds the best places for us to celebrate our anniversaries. For our 10^th, which was 6 years ago, we stayed here. As you can see, Woolverton, has still made an amazing impression on me, as I am writing this review so many years later.
We stayed in The Sojourn Loft. It’s a spectacular two level suite. As soon as I walked into the loft I felt an amazing stillness. There is a journal where you can read other couples notes on their experience. We hope to go back, and find our notes one day. The breakfast can be brought to your room, and it is divine! Afternoon refreshments are available from 3:00 — 6:00pm. There are no TVs in the rooms/​cottages which I think is great — gives you time to truly connect with your loved one. My favorite part of the weekend was looking out of our window to see the beautiful sheep… what else can I say but that it was a memory I will forever cherish! A blessing I will always hold in my heart. Hats off to the amazing Innkeepers: Carolyn McGavin & Bob Haas! We hope to be back soon :-)
God’s blessing is truly in this place!

My fiancé and I stayed here in December of 2011 as a little winter getaway for the New Year. What drew me to this inn were the fireplaces and country/​rustic feel of the entire environment (not to mention the cute sheep foraging around in the back yard). We booked the Stockton Room and absolutely loved it. We particularly enjoyed the reading nook area that sat next to a window overlooking the landscape. The grounds were well kept and the innkeepers were nothing but pleasant and accommodating. We had breakfast there twice and I couldn’t get over how tasty the dishes were – hearty and plentiful without compromising quality. We enjoyed our stay here so much we even inquired about holding our wedding there – I definitely recommend staying here at least once!

This was our first time at the Wolverton Inn and have thoroughly enjoyed our time here! The staff is so nice and accommodating. We stayed in the Sojourn Loft and it was so comfortable– relaxing and inviting décor– a very comfy hammock and jacuzzi tub in the loft was a nice touch! The breakfast exceeded our expectations for a B&B. We will most definitely return here!

We just got back from a night at the Wolverton Inn. We’re still full from the delicious 3-​course breakfast with a deep dish western omelette and homemade potato pancakes, ghiardelli hot chocolate with homemade marshmallows and baked goods – including some of the best chocolate chip cookies we’ve ever had. So the «breakfast» part rocked. As did the snacks. And the «bed» part was top-​notch, as well.
We stayed in the Balustrade room, as it’s been just a brutal winter and we wanted to enjoy the warmth of a fireplace and double jet whirlpool tub. It was warm this weekend, and though I didn’t know it when I booked it, it also has a deck with table and chairs and lovely view that we luckily got to enjoy.
The room itself was a bit smaller than I expected for the price, but it was comfortable, furnished beautifully, and had all we needed for a romantic stay. Not to mention the king bed with featherbed – it offered us one if the best nights sleep we had in awhile.
The inn is beautiful, off the beaten path, and they have sheep so we definitely enjoyed the country feel of Woolverton, which is exactly what we wanted in a night outside the city. The staff were nice but not intrusive as you get at some B&Bs.
The only downside is that the rooms abut each other and walls are thin so you can hear your neighbors. But we weren’t there that much so it was minimally intrusive.
Wish we could have stayed longer… So we’ll go back another time instead.

I have traveled and stayed all over the world. I can honestly say that there is no one who does more for hospitality, graciousness and class than the staff at the woolverton. I am at the point where I find any excuse to be in the area for a visit. If you happen to beat me there please give Carolyn, bob and Lisa my best.

What can I say about this place. I surprised my husband with a weekend away at Woolverton Inn. We both work in the city so when we arrived after work it was fairly late. They left our room key waiting along with delicious relaxing tea. The feel was cozy and there was a sense of tranquility. We quickly left our things and headed to a late dinner. They left us a map that helps us travel as sometimes the GPS wasn’t working lol.
Saturday morning we headed for breakfast and I had the French toast which was amazing with more of their tea. My husband had the eggs Benedict and he really enjoyed it. We took 2 hot cups of coffee and then walked the grounds. Since it was November it was cold and there was snow on the ground making it that much beautiful. This inn was nothing more then amazing. We headed back to the room to just unwind before dinner. We stayed in Newels library which held over 700 books. The small fire pit added to the rustic look of the place. Its hard for new yorkers to unwind sometimes because we are always on the go but this place just puts you at ease the moment you walk in!
We had reservations at a place called Marsha Brown and let me just say this place is epic. I had salmon with risotto in a white butter sauce and for dessert the best damned crème brulee I’ve ever tasted in my life. Til this day I have yet to find a crème brulee that compares to the one at Marsha Brown’s.
My husband and I are looking forward to going back real soon. Love, love, love this place. Best decision and money spent.

We just spent the weekend at the Woolverton Inn for our 15^th wedding anniversary. It was absolutely lovely. The breakfast was amazing. And, we can’t say enough about Bob, one of the owners. We shared a small piece of feedback with him and we were more than pleased with his immediate response. You can really tell a lot about a person/​business in how they receive and respond to feedback. Bob was professional all the way! We can’t wait to return for another visit.

The Woolverton Inn is a warm, cozy, and relaxing escape from the harsh, hustle-​bustle reality of life in the NYC metropolitan area! My husband and I were surprised to find this lovely inn on the New Jersey side of the Delaware River… right in the heart of the charming area of Lambertville and just across the river from the much-​lauded town of New Hope, PA. Both towns offer hearty comfort food, amazing antiquing and vintage, and cozy nooks for excellent coffee. During the Christmas season, the streets are DECKED to the nines with garland, lights, carolers, and general holly jolly cheerfulness :).
I thought it was amusing that the email address for the Woolverton was
. When we arrived, we saw 4 sheep (3 white, 1 black) meandering in the meadow out back. The black sheep seemed a bit distant from the rest of his wooly brethren! That was just the start — the large Christmas tree in the living room, the fire burning in the fireplace, and the beautiful formal dining room — made us feel luxurious and right at home. Coffee, tea, hot chocolate are offered at 3 PM each afternoon, along with the MOST delicious cookies I’ve ever eaten!
And then, there are the breakfasts — lavish 3-​course meals with a homemade baked good, a fruit salad, and a huge savory or sweet entrée (eggs Benedict with hash browns, waffles, French toast, frittata, etc).
And perhaps most importantly, we got our R&R in before the craziness of holidays with both of our families! What I wouldn’t pay for a good night’s «sheep!» :)

Celebrating our 9^th anniversary, I picked this BnB among many others, with consideration of the beautiful room shown on their website.
Not sure if we could leave our works during weekday, so decision was made around 12pm, called them up, asking for last minute discount and they nicely offered us for our room pick the Balustrade.
Arrived there on Thursday afternoon, the place is a Mansion, the owner Bob welcomed us, they served homemade ice tea, homemade chocolate cookies warm & soft perfect on our arrival.
Our room Balustrade is beyond resort class, a beautiful red rose in small vase by the window, it has bathroom has view to front yard with smooth jacuzzy tub for 2, plenty towels u won’t run out, little detail into perfections like tea lights, extra toilet paper wrapped in printed hand towel. Luxurious bathrobes for two hang in the bathroom.
This room also has wood fireplace which is not on because it’ still early September.
The room has nice temperature of central AC.
The balcony is priceless, you have view to the massive yard, old huge trees, and looked down to cute italian style garden.
King size bed, clean soft linens, feather pillow & mattress top — became our night haven. We walked around tranquil property, watching the sheeps who are starring to you back :) I read that sheep is very caring & smart animals.
It’s worth to come & check-​in on time in the afternoon, so you could enjoy a nap or just stroll along property, next time we’ll come for 2nights!
Breakfast outside with side garden view, is excellent with fresh herbs, accommodating our Vegetarian choice.
Price is right for luxurious elegant tranquil experience, enjoyed reading people’s writing on diary books in the room, so touching, remind me that we’re all the same going thru the same and seeking the same — peace and happiness.

We’ve been coming to the Woolverton Inn for about 8 years now and have never been disappointed. The main house is beautiful and the rooms are all top notch. We prefer the cottages they built several years ago. They are all finished very nicely and several, if not all, have large showers and a huge jacuzzi tub and fireplace.
New Hope PA is across the river and about 2 miles away. We always bring our bikes and ride the tow path along the canal which parallels the Delaware River. Actually there are two tow paths, one on the NJ side and one on the PA side. They are both well maintained and offer nice views. Excellent for an easy bike ride since they are very flat.
Tons of restaurants and shops nearby.
I especially enjoy catching up on my newspapers on the small patios that each cottage has.
Their breakfasts are exactly what you expect in an up scale B&B. They are excellent both in their preparation and presentation. The dining room is beautiful and the servers are very friendly.
We have stayed at dozens of B&B’s — we find them to be a far better alternative to large and impersonal hotels. The Woolverton is one of our favorites.