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See & Do
Re-energize in the historic village of Boiling Springs, PA. Relax along the banks of Children's Lake, a seven-acre lake with perfectly clear water that literally bubbles. Take a leisurely stroll around Lover's Walk, a hike along the famed Appalachian Trail or cast your line at the world-renowned fly-fishing destination, Yellow Breeches Creek. TIP: For all things fly-fishing, including equipment, fishing licenses, accessories, guide services and individual instruction stop at Yellow Breeches Outfitters [2 First St; 717-258-6752].
Find a unique treasure at the award-winning Village Artisans Gallery [321 Walnut St; 888-258-0256], which features the work of over 200 artisans, primarily from Pennsylvania. Top off your evening with dinner and a show at Allenberry Resort Inn and Playhouse's [1559 Boiling Springs Rd; 800.430.5468; Dinner theatre package $59] year-round professional theatre where notable actors such as John Travolta have performed.
If you are visiting October through April get ready to be wined, dined and entertained with drama, dance, music, mystery and murder at Allenberry's Murder Mystery Weekend [$390 per person double occupany/$560 per single occupancy. Be sure to provide the promotion code, "V" when making your reservation. Click here for package details.]. TIP: Allenberry's carved turkey is delicious - tender, moist, and full of flavor!
Download the 19th-Century Historic District self-guided walking tour here.
Eat
Sip a cup of freshly ground espresso at the recently opened eatery, Caffe 101 [101 Front St; 717-254-6121; breakfast for two $14; lunch/dinner for two $30]. Enjoy the view of Children's lake from their beautiful outside patio or get your lunch and hand-dipped ice cream to go and sit by the lake. The historic Boiling Springs Tavern, [1 E. First St; 717-258-3614; lunch for two $30; dinner for two $65] which serves dishes such as Salmon Rockefeller, is an excellent choice for a candlelight dinner.
Sleep
Complete your day at the renowned Allenberry Resort Inn and Playhouse [doubles from $76], an 18th-century country estate nestled on 57-acres or at Gelinas Manor B&B [219 Front St; 717-258.6584; doubles from $76], a Victorian Bed and Breakfast overlooking Children’s Lake. TIP: Start the day off with Allenberry’s robust sticky bun-flavored coffee and mouth-watering homemade sticky buns.
Annual Events
• April - October: Allenberry's Murder Mystery Weekend (click here for package details)
• June (first Saturday in June, 9 - 4 p.m.): Foundry Day Arts and Crafts Festival (juried festival)
• July: Design a boat made from anything and everything for the Anything Floats Race (part of the nine-day Carlisle Summerfair event).
December (first Sunday in December): Visit Santa, listen to music & watch the lighting of the floating Christmas tree during the Tree Lighting at Children's Lake.
