Historic Smithton Inn

09/11/2026

Most people drive past Lancaster County Central Park without knowing a Revolutionary War general’s home sits inside it. Historic Rock Ford is the exception to almost everything you expect when you hear “colonial mansion tour”. There’s no velvet rope, no gift shop line, no long wait for a glimpse into one room. Instead, you get a well-preserved 1794 Georgian home, built for General Edward Hand, sitting on acreage that’s now a public park with a river running through it and trails to wander.

After a day spent appreciating historic settings like this one, you’ll want to stay somewhere that matches that. Historic Smithon Inn, built in 1763, is a premier Lancaster PA Bed and Breakfast on Main Street in Downtown Ephrata—allowing you to step into history without sacrificing comfort. Fireplaces every room, a farm-to-table breakfast in the morning, and a location central to everything from the Ephrata Cloister to the Green Dragon Market make it an ideal place to stay for a trip based around historic attractions like Rock Ford.

09/05/2026

We are proud to host live music by all local musicians!

While we have no live music this evening, we're still open during normal hours all weekend—featuring our wood-fired brick-oven pizzas tonight from 5 to 8pm along with our 5 for $10 tasting flights all day, both days.

Our September lineup is looking good! Our faves like Jake Joyce and Ben Pierson Music plus our frequent traveler The Joe Lerman Show get us into the early autumn groove. Newer faces like Adriano Sica and Wayne Thompson will start to become your faves too!

08/27/2026

The adventure of Pennsylvania never ceases to amaze...

08/26/2026

This may seem like it's far off, but before we know it the leaves will turn and the holidays will be here. Make your autumn leaf watching plans NOW! We are already getting pretty booked for fall, but we want 🫵to have the chance to see how spectacular our area is with its colors🥰🍂🍁🧡🤎💛

08/26/2026

Did you know we have a newsletter? Or is it a blog? Either way, it's a taste of a little bit of everything in the region.

This month we highlight a place with a the name that probably makes you smile, and you’re wondering if a town called In*******se is really worth the detour—or if it’s just famous for the giggle. We're here to tell you that today In*******se is one of the liveliest hubs in Lancaster County for Amish culture, local shopping, and homegrown food.

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Planning a trip to Amish Country? Here's our updated guide to the best things to do in In*******se PA, from shopping to buggy rides.