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Skiing anyone? part 2 – Ski Big Bear Mountain

Big Bear was a hidden gem. We drove through residential areas and came upon Ski Big Bear Mountain. Compared to Montage Mountain, Big Bear is a smaller, more intimate place. Affordable. Great for beginners and experienced alike. Mondays they close at 4:30, and they are closed Tuesdays & Wednesdays. When we first arrived we were at the top of the mountain near the lifts. There were instructors teaching kids how to snowboard and ski. The proximity to Golf Hill BNB makes it a great choice for a skiing, snowboarding or tubing while visiting.

We had lunch at Summit Restaurant in the lodge. They have an extensive menu. We ordered the burrata cheese plate, fried cheese plate, stuffed avocado and the Quesadilla to share. Everything was delicious. I enjoyed a Bloody Mary, also delicious. Many of the parents were sitting in the lodge warm inside, where they can watch their kids having fun outside.

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We will definitely be back next season!

Skiing anyone? Part 1 – Montage Mountain, PA

We have had several guests ask us about local ski places near our country house. So we decided to go and visit the closest few. First we visited Montage Mountain. https://www.montagemountainresorts.com/

So after we ventured into Scranton last Saturday and had an amazing breakfast at Mansours, we headed up to Montage Mountain. It was a beautiful sunny day. The atmosphere was fun with a DJ blasting music, the outdoor firepit, and the food vendors set up. The smell of the BBQ brisket from ‘Food Fire BBQ Tap house’ was mouth watering. Of course even though we had just eaten, we had to order the Brisket over Mac and cheese. So worth it! (and you get 10% off when you show the your lift ticket).
https://foodfirebbq.com/

There were ski slopes for all levels. 26 trails from beginner to expert. Come with your own gear or rent. They have a great package for the off days, $30 Ski-for-all on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday includes lift ticket, rentals and group lesson.

We also discovered that in the summer its a water slide park complete with a lazy river. Stay tuned for a blog post on that!

Just down the road are ‘The shops at Montage’. Featured stores like American Eagle Outfitters, Cacique, Chico’s, Christmas Tree Shops, DSW, J.Crew, Loft and many more. They also have a bunch of restaurants if your hungry after the long day of skiing. Food & Fire BBQ-Taproom, Akita Hibachi Sushi, The Gourmet Slice, Harvest Grill and Wine Bar, the Longhorn Steakhouse, Pancheros Mexican Grill, Panera, Starbucks. There is even a Tesla charging stain. And the PNC Field stadium.
https://www.shoppesatmontage.com/
https://www.milb.com/scranton-wb/ballpark/visitpncfield

So much to do up on Montage Mountain. We had a great day and will be back again soon for some more winter fun. Next we are off to Ski Big Bear Mountain….

Brunch at Mansour’s Market Café & Eatery, Scranton PA

Saturday was a beautiful day for a drive into Scranton. A short drive from Golf Hill BNB. Worth the trip! We found the cutest brunch place. Mansour’s Market Café & Eatery, a family owned and run café. Everywhere we looked there were beautiful surprises from the beautiful tin roof, the cozy window seats, and the antique cash registers. The staff was friendly and very knowledgeable.

The menu had something for everyone. From bagels loaded with lox, cream cheese, with capers and onions, eggs of every style, French toast, waffles and the most delicious oatmeal with your choice of toppings.

Mansours is only open for breakfast and lunch. But I have heard they have a monthly dinner. Can’t wait to experience that!

http://www.mansoursmarketcafe.com/

Mansoursmarket969@gmail.com

969 Prescott Ave, Scranton, PA 18510

http://www.mansoursmarketcafe.com

Roots and Rhythm Music Festival June 20th 2020

The 15th annual Roots and Rhythm Music Festival will be held on June 20th, 2020 this spring. This free concert is a main attraction around historic downtown Honesdale, PA. Stages are set up in Central Park on Church Street. Adults and kids alike settle in with their folding chairs and blankets for a fun filled day of music, food & family activities.

Vendors set up on Main street with booths to shop and treats to eat. The local restaurants set up their booths as well to take part in the festivities. I always love to see what ‘Here & Now’ comes up with in their food cart. Always delicious!

Bands play from 10:30am-1:00pm. Last year (2019), over 13 bands performed throughout the day. The list for this years event has not been posted yet but its sure to be a great day!

Be the first to book your reservation at Golf Hill BNB for that weekend! We are a 2 minutes ride into town. You can access links to our booking sites (Airbnb, HomeAway, VRBO, TripAdvisor) at the top of the page. Or email me at tshurgin@gmail.com for inquiries.

http://www.golfhillbedandbreakfast.com

‘Gin Blossoms’ are featured guest at Mountainfest, Montage Mountain.

http://store.montagemountainresorts.com/winter/mountainfest

With hits like “Hey Jealousy,” “Follow You Down,” “Til I Hear It From You,” and “Found Out About You,” the Gin Blossoms bring back so many memories from my college days at Marywood University. So excited they will be at Montage Mountain on Saturday, March 7th, 2020. This is sure to be an amazing day!

There will be live music all afternoon, they will also have events like costume pond skimming, indoor and outdoor bars, skiing, snowtubing.

Keep in mind when you buy your tickets that ‘Golf Hill BNB’ is only a short drive from Montage. A cozy home to come back to after the fun filled day. You can access our booking links to Airbnb, HomeAway, VRBO, Travelocity on our home page.

We would love to hear from you if you have any questions – Tamra Shurgin

Gin Blossoms, Montage Mountain,vacation NEPA, ski, tubing, snow, concerts, winter fun, Honesdale, vacation house, dog friendly vacation rental, Scranton, Poconos, music, Mountanfest, Country home,

Our latest guests enjoyed a nice ski weekend while staying at Golf Hill Bed and Breakfast

“We had a blast skiing at Elk Mountain! Was so nice to come back to your cozy home. I love the beautiful wood floors and moldings, the antique doorknobs are incredible. It snowed while we were there and we saw a deer eating under a tree in the yard, so cool! My husband, myself and 2 sons really enjoyed our stay.”
https://www.elkskier.com/

-Rana H. booked through VRBO/Homeaway -January 2020

A fun, snowy time for this Florida based family, including skiing and Christmas with extended NEPA family.

Michelle and her lovely family stayed at Golf Hill BNB over the Christmas holiday. Visiting family, but taking time out to enjoy the scenery and to ski at Elk Mountain.
https://www.elkskier.com/

“Great location and host. We felt welcome in Tamra’s mountain home. Beautiful views of the mountains and golf course from the bedrooms, we even saw some deer grazing behind the house! Tamra’s ‘Guidebook’ was helpful in knowing what was available to do around the area. The Black and Brass Coffee shop, Laurel’s Hometown Café, and Yoga International Studio were three places we frequented and they were all less than 2 miles from the house. We had a wonderful time in NE Pennsylvania!”

-Michele D. St. Augustine Florida – booked through Airbnb-Dec 2019

There are so many options for winter fun in NEPA that are within a short drive from Golf Hill Bed and Breakfast. Theres skiing, tubing, snow boarding, Elk Mountain, Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain, Montage Mountain. Winter break from school is around the corner. Reserve your stay today! We have links to our Airbnb, VRBO accounts on our menu at the top of the page.
https://www.elkskier.com/
https://ski-bigbear.com/
https://www.montagemountainresorts.com/

What’s a little snow?

So I heard a rumor we are getting some snow tomorrow in Honesdale. We always looked forward to some snow each year. And then when we had it we wished for warmer weather. Snow always makes me remember how eager my daughters were, the giggles when they saw the first flakes. The joy as they ran outside all bundled up to play in the snow. Making snow angels, building snowmen, or simply catching snowflakes on their tongue. And don’t get me started on school snow days! We have to remember to enjoy these moments while we have them and cherish the memories we had on Golf Hill on those magical snowy days.

A little warp in the floor…..

One issue we came across when we started this process was an on going leak in our freezer that warped the floor horribly. Rather than rip up the entire floor Darryl and our daughter Sydney patched just the warped pieces. Although they completed it in one weekend it was not an easy task. But they were up for the challenge. It came out so good now the rest of our floor needs a good varnish to look as good as the patch! Now the kitchen is as good as new with a few new appliances. Thank you Darryl and Sydney!

https://www.homedepot.com/