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Things to Do in Meadville, Pennsylvania
Mayor Lord’s House Bed & Breakfast is centrally located two blocks from Allegheny College. It is within walking distance of downtown Meadville, the Crawford County Courthouse, and the Meadville Medical Center. Points of interest in downtown Meadville include a cinema, pubs, restaurants, the Academy Theatre and our historic Market House. Look on line for detailed community resources as there have been many business changes and searching under your topics of interest is currently the best option.
The Carriage House
Summer 2023 Outside:
Croquet, Bocce, Swimming, Birdwatching
Relaxing, reading or eating (breakfast or dinner takeout) at one of the many outdoor spaces or in our pool area
Mayor Lord's House - Summer 2023 Outside:
Enjoy the many spaces available outside for reading, relaxing and enjoying the ambiance of a 1920's home. Mayor Lord's House guests are also welcome to come over to the the Carriage House grounds for Croquet, Bocce, Swimming, Birdwatching, Relaxing Reading or Eating (breakfast or dinner takeout) at one of the many "outdoor" spaces or in our Carriage House pool area. The exceptions to grounds/pool use would be if there is a private event booked for grounds or pool. In those cases event times would need to be respected and another time chosen.
NOTE: With a few exceptions, our properties Small Group Event Bookings for 2023 - are by special arrangements only and require prior Innkeeper approval plus a 3 day full booking for both houses in order to accommodate such a gathering. Signed agreement and a cleaning and damage deposit. We now have strict requirements on use for such occasions with only the guests staying on property in attendance - no outside invited guests.
An event booking requires prior approval and a three day full house reservation reserved which can be reserved on our website www.mayorlords.com and must be made for both locations. Any catering, tents or other special arrangements must have prior approval and will need to be independently arranged by guest through an approved vendor with arrangements made only after approved by Innkeeper - Sherry.
Outside or inside:
Small Group (10-25)
Gathering or Retreat
Elopements
Small Weddings (under 25 guests)
Family Reunions
Arts & Entertainment
Outdoor Recreation
ERNST BIKE TRAIL
Experience the beauty of Pennsylvania by biking the Ernst Trail. This Rails to Trails local treasure is open dawn to dusk. One nearby trailhead is conveniently located off Route 322 between I-79 and Meadville Pa. Additional trail heads that can be found on-line at ernsttrail.org and a new extension is underway bringing the trail right into the heart of Meadville - a true community treasure!
Downtown Meadville Shopping
910 Market Street 0.5 mi. Built in 1870, the Meadville Market House is Pennsylvania's oldest market house in continual use. Located in downtown Meadville, the Market House serves as a venue for sale of area produce and products, as well as a meeting place and a link between the town community and surrounding farms.
246 Chestnut Street 0.5mi. Great selection of womens clothing, accessories and home goods.
TATTERED CORNERS - WWW.TATTEREDCORNERS.COM 814-337-7975
247 Chestnut Street 0.5mi. New and used books. Be enchanted. Great selection.
BOOT BOX - WWW.BOOTBOX.COM 814-336-3049
11894 Pennsylvania Ave. 4.0 mi. Work and Hunting Boots, Clothing, Optics,ds.
Walkable Restaurants
(For your convenience, we provide approximate distance from our B&B's)
Check on line for updates on menu/takeout/delivery and current outside dining status
E Street Eatery - 0.2 mi. 814-333-2499
Gourmet Fast Food/Milkshakes
748 North Main Street, Meadville, Pa 16335
Firehouse Tap and Grill - .04 mi 814-724-3646
BBQ
875 Park Avenue, Meadville, Pa. 16335
Kettle Lake Kitchen- .05 mi 814-337-9797
Yummy/Eclectic
910 Market Street, Meadville, Pa. 16335
Mannino Italian Garden - 0.5 mi 814-337-0040
Italian
283 Chestnut Street, Meadville, Pa 16335
French Creek Coffee and Tea Company - 0.5 mi 814-332-0300
Fresh ground Beans
Daily selection of Sweet and Savory Pastry & Quiche
285 Chestnut Street, Meadville, Pa 16335
Julian's Bar & Grill - 0.5 mi 814-337-8513
Family (no website - instead fine on FaceBook or Google search for menu)
299 Chestnut Street, Meadville, Pa 16335
Pennsylvania Sandwich Shop - .04 mi 814- 203-8282
342 North St, Meadville, Pa 16335
Hoagies and More
Brewpub at Voodoo - .06 mi 814-337-3676
215 Arch Street, Meadville, Pa 16335
Elevated Pub fare
Voodoo Compound - .08 814-333-9123
834 Bessemer Street, Meadville, Pa
Elevated Pub fare and events (when allowed)
Cannons Chophouse - .06 miles 814-807-0270
994 Market Street, Meadville, Pa 16335
Aged Steaks, Seafood, Ribs
Pampered Palate Cafe & Bistro - .08 mi 814-807-1177
1043 Park Avenue, Meadville, Pa 16335
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner (offers drive thru service)
Drivable Restaurants
(For your convenience, we provide approximate distance from our B&B's)
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Applebees Grill & Bar - 3 miles 814-333-2848
11227 Shaw Avenue, Meadville, Pa 16335
Family Dining
Red Lobster - 5 miles 814-724-1205
16736 Conneaut Lake Rd, Meadville, Pa. 16335
Seafood
Timber Creek - 6 miles 814-807-1005
11191 Highline Dr, Meadville, Pa 16335
Gastropub - American Comfort Food
Silver Shores - 9 miles 814-382-4471
11934 Conneaut Lake Rd, Conneaut Lake, Pa 16316
Seafood, Pasta, Prime Rib (some tables with lake view)
Annual Events
Held every August in Meadville, Pennsylvania, the Crawford County Fair is one of the largest agricultural venues east of the Mississippi River, and possibly the oldest county fair in Pennsylvania. The concerts are a popular attraction and admission is only $8 an includes free rides.
Held annually in June, The Thurston Classic is open to the public free of charge. Food, drink and children's entertainment are available.
In August, the Crawford County Area Chamber of Commerce sponsors a classic car and motorcycle cruise on North and Market Street. Enjoy Friday night entertainment and strolling through Diamond Park to view the arts & craft vendors.
If you're in Meadville in October, don't miss the annual Halloween Parade. It is the largest night time parade in Pennsylvania.
