The area:
Two hours from NYC, 2 1/2 from Philadelphia, Roebling Inn on the Delaware offers elegant, country accommodations at the confluence of two pristine rivers--the Delaware and the Lackawaxen (meaning "swift water" in native Indian dialect). Recognized for outstanding natural and cultural resources, the Upper Delaware River is a National Wild & Scenic River. With its forested landscape, rural
settlements, and river towns, it remains a relatively undeveloped place of striking rustic beauty. The cadence and movement of the river is surprisingly both relaxing and invigorating. Enjoy the beauty of the mountains and the river from our chairs at the water's edge. Mornings are never dull--sometimes the water sparkles like diamonds, other mornings it is foggy and surreal. Always the birds are most active in the morning. In the afternoon, you can watch canoes and kayaks drift by (or join them yourself). In the evening, you can build a campfire and watch the moon rise and the stars come out. Historic interest:
Roebling Inn was built in 1870 by the Delaware and Hudson Canal Company. It served as the home and office of Judge Thomas Ridgway, local superintendent and tallyman of the Delaware Dam. It has been a bed and breakfast since 1988 and is listed on the National Historic Register. The guestrooms all have modern conveniences but the feel of the property is warmly authentic. Plaster walls, original floors and millwork, and period décor reflect its history. You can explore on foot--across the Roebling Bridge, the country's oldest wire cable suspension bridge (1848) and prototype for Roebling's later work, the Brooklyn Bridge. Exhibits on the bridge and a tiny tollhouse museum explain the history of the area. You'll see stonework and a lock from 1828. Walk in the other direction to the home of Zane Grey, author of Riders of the Purple Sage. It is now maintained by the National Park Service and open seasonally for tours. On the way to the museum, you'll see the grave of an Unknown Soldier from the Revolutionery War battle fought on a hill overlooking Lackawaxen. A commemoration and encampment takes place every July 22nd. The battlefield is now an especially beautiful place to hike. Nature:
The inn has an outstanding location for bald-eagle viewing year round. It may be the only B&B that frequently has a wild bald eagle perched on its riverbank. Fishing for shad and smallmouth bass in the Delaware, or trout in the Lackawaxen River is wonderful. Drift boat guides are available in the area. Golf, public tennis, downhill skiing, horseback riding, and excellent restaurants are all nearby. We can also direct you to area waterfalls with a self-guided driving/hiking tour. The arts:
Bethel Woods Center for the Arts is an easy drive from Roebling Inn. Summer theater is in the vicinity also. All the guestrooms at the Roebling Inn have private bath, tv/dvd, a/c, and some have a fireplace. A full breakfast is included with all rates.
