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A HISTORIC TURN-OF-THE-CENTURY CARRIAGE HOUSE IN MEADVILLE, PENNSYLVANIA

       Secluded within a city block of Meadville, the beautifully restored carriage house was once part of the estate of Arthur Clarke Huidekoper and his wife, Frances Louise.  Arthur Clarke was a successful rancher, horse breeder, capitalist, and philanthropist. When the carriage house was built in the 1890s, it was nestled behind the Huidekoper Mansion on a hill overlooking English gardens.  Over the years, the barn lapsed into neglect and was purchased in the early 1990s and converted into a private residence.

     The carriage house became a bed and breakfast in 2019 and offers the perfect setting for a romantic getaway, business trip, relaxing reprieve, or social event. The Inn offers four unique rooms, and guests can marvel at the original stone foundation and beams that were left to add character to the structure.  The once hay loft area is now a comfortable 2nd-floor common area.  The original yellow brick road from the carriage house to the mansion is now an outdoor patio.

     As new owners in February 2025, we look forward to continuing the carriage house as a bed and breakfast, welcoming guests to enjoy a glimpse into the past of this once grand estate, where, just over the fence, the Huidekoper Mansion still stands. 

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Tour B&B Rooms

From the elegance of the Manor Room with its grand four-poster bed to the quaint and cozy Cottage Room, The Carriage House Inn has the perfect room for your stay.

Explore The Area
Explore Crawford County

Rich in history, Meadville is a fascinating place to explore; from George Washington's trail to surprising museums. Look to the skies mid-June to see the annual Thurston Classic Hot Air Balloons.

Give the Gift of a Stay
Give the Gift of a Stay

Consider a gift certificate from the Carriage House Inn. The Coachman's Quarters with its spa bathroom is perfect for a relaxing retreat or, perhaps, the English Garden Room for its private balcony.

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The Carriage House Inn Bed & Breakfast is proud to partner with the Crawford County Historical Society for the 8th Annual Eleanor Davies Croquet Classic and Garden Party, Sunday, July 27, 2025.

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