The Barker House Bed & Breakfast
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Welcome to the The Barker House 
This brick encased log house, built in 1794 by Richard Knight, is the second oldest structure in New Oxford and was a home of the prominent Hersh Family for over 150 years.In June 1863 a Confederate brigade under the command of General John B. Gordon passed through Gettysburgmon a march to Wrightsville. Advancing east on the York road, they stopped in New Oxford. Gordon and his officers entered the home of George and Nancy Hersh, now The Barker House. Mrs. Hersh refuseing to acknowledge the General, went upstairs to her bedroom leaving the servents to serve food to the officers. Here General Gorden meet with his staff and officers to plan their approch to York. We have two Inn Cats, Allie and Mattie.
Dining RoomBegin your day with coffee served in the dining room, followed by a full three course breakfast.Spend your day as you please, browsing New Oxford's Antique and Specialty Shoppes, touring the Gettysburg Battlefield or the Lancaster County Amish Country, see the Hanover Shoe Farms, play at nearby golf and ski facilities, or just relax with a book. On your return, in the afternoon, to the Barker House, you are invited to have refreshments served on the proch in fine weather or by the fire in winter.
Join us back at The Barker House for "Tea Time" served by the fireplace in winter or outdoors in fine weather. Enjoy dinner at one of the fine local restaurants followed by a stroll along New Oxford's streets.
Then, end your day with a restful sleep in an antique bed dressed with fine linens. Accommodations include five guest rooms with private baths, queen, double and twin beds with sitting areas, fireplaces and central air.
The Barker House
Winner 1996 Historic Preservation Award
Historic Gettysburg/Adams County Preservation Society -
Polite children over 12 welcome.