The Frederick Stegmaier Mansion Bed and Breakfast

304 South Franklin Street , Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania
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Innkeeper(s): Joseph Matteo, Innkeeper
 
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  • Introduction

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    		 The Frederick Stegmaier Mansion was built in 1870 by locally renowned Victorian architect, Missouria B. Houpt, as his private residence. Frederick Stegmaier, president of the Stegmaier Brewery, purchased the mansion in 1906 where it remained in the Stegmaier family until the late 1940's. In 2001 Joseph Matteo acquired the mansion and meticulously restored it to its former opulence.

    Located in the River Street Historic District of Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, and adjacent to several colleges and universities, the Frederick Stegmaier Mansion is operating today as an Historic House Museum, Banquet facility and Grand Bed and Breakfast.

    Whether booking a wedding, private dinner party, over-night accommodations or a tour, make every event extraordinary as you experience the gracious hospitality and splendor of a time forgotten.

     

    The Frederick Stegmaier Mansion Bed and Breakfast - Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania

     

    The Frederick Stegmaier Mansion - where every day is a special occasion.

     

    The Frederick Stegmaier Mansion has developed a reputation for sophistication and elegance in catering on site special events. Whether a wedding, baby shower, christening, birthday dinner, funeral breakfast or business luncheon, the Stegmaier Mansion has a menu to satisfy the most discriminating palate and taste.

    Enjoy the stately yet intimate Stegmaier formal dining room as you partake in a sumptuous nine course Victorian banquet followed by a tour of the Mansion. Or, if your preference is for a larger gathering, impress your guests with an elaborate buffet that is custom choreographed by both you and Executive Chef Mary Louise Hepner. If your pleasure is a high tea, cocktail party, formal dinner or family style feast, our management and staff is committed to insuring that your experience will always remain an affair to remember. For reservations, menu suggestions and cost, please call 570-823-9372 to schedule an appointment.

     

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    		 The formal dining room at the Frederick Stegmaier Mansion features unrivaled Victorian elegance in a quiet, private setting. Impress your guests in the Mansion's lavish surroundings which abound in unparalleled ambiance and hospitality. Our gourmet dinner menu is completely custom designed by you and our executive chef Mary Louise Hepner, and features classical American and Old World cuisine. Candlelight dining, culinary expertise, our pampering staff and elaborate décor combine to make every banquet an unforgettable dining experience. Proper attire is required.

    For Celebrations and Special Events, the Frederick Stegmaier Mansion is unparalleled. The Mansion plays host to parties, celebrations, receptions, and holiday festivities. The Stegmaier Mansion is elegant, private, convenient, and a perfect setting for: birthday parties, weddings, retirement functions, anniversaries, holiday parties, formal dinners, business meetings, high teas, historic re-enactments, family reunions, bridal showers, or just friends getting together. To arrange your special occasion, please give us a call at 570-823-9372. We will be happy to accommodate you.

     

     

    Formal Dining Room

     

    The Frederick Stegmaier Mansion is the perfect place to reflect and relax.
    Some of the possible activities and attractions in our area include:

    Golfing ~ Hunting ~ Tennis courts ~ Downtown shopping and antique shops
    Hiking trails around Kirby Park ~ Wachovia Arena ~ Luzerne County Historic District
    Kirby Center for the Performing Arts ~ Theme Restaurants ~ Museums and Art Studios
    Susquehanna River Amphitheater

     

    We want your stay at the Frederick Stegmaier Mansion to be luxurious, relaxing and comfortable. Therefore, we take pride in offering the following accommodations:
    • Clean, comfortable rooms and suites, each with private bath and shower
    • Every room and suite comes equipped with a bar sink, coffee maker, microwave and refrigerator for your convenience
    • Beautiful patio for reading and lounging
    • All rooms and suites are furnished with comfortable seating,
    • telephone, television and DVD player
    • Convenient and secure parking
    • Complimentary gourmet breakfast and newspaper
    • Coffee, tea, hot chocolate, juices, soft drinks and fresh fruit
    • European turndown upon request accompanied by home baked cookies and milk
    • Fresh flowers and chocolates are provided with special packages

     

     

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  • Weddings

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    A WEDDING CELEBRATION, RENEWAL OF VOWS, or COMMITMENT SERVICE at The Frederick Stegmaier Mansion is truly a memorable and unparalleled experience. We take pride in creating an event that is exclusively yours. The Mansion staff dedicates its talent and diligence in making your rehearsal dinner, ceremony, and reception personal, regal, and unforgettable for you, your family, and your guests. Therefore, we want you to participate in every design of your celebration.

    We assist you in planning your bridal shower, bridesmaid luncheon, rehearsal dinner, ceremony, wedding reception and brunch the following morning. Each menu is custom designed for your palate and individuality, and priced according to your budget.

    Proprietor Joseph Matteo and Executive Chef Mary Louise Hepner are available to assist you in the creation of your menu and all other appropriate plans that will make your event unique and cherished by you and your guests. Appointments may be made by calling 570-823-9372.

    FACILITY RENTAL and SET-UP FEE
    A facility use rental and set-up fee is required when you chose to outsource your menu. The rental fee includes set-up, tables, skirting, silver, crystal, china and linens. This fee is based on the attendance number, unique set-up, etc. Costs will be adjusted accordingly. The rental fee also includes the supervision of our executive chef during food preparation and serving. In addition, there is a refundable damage deposit required. The average length of a reception from arrival to departure is three hours. IF YOU CHOOSE TO HAVE YOUR MENU CATERED BY OUR STAFF THERE IS NO RENTAL OR SET-UP FEE REQUIRED.

    WEDDING PACKAGE
    The wedding package includes rehearsal dinner on Friday evening, ceremony and wedding reception on Saturday afternoon or evening, and breakfast/brunch the following morning.

    Rehearsal Dinner: Hors d'oeuvres, Appetizer, Soup, Salad, Intermezzo, Entrée and Dessert, followed by our "Grande Coffee Bar" and complimentary cordials.

    Wedding Banquet is custom priced per your menu design.

    Breakfast/Brunch which is served daily to Bed and Breakfast guests, is included in the nightly room rate. Additional guests are welcome; however, reservations are required.

    Lodging costs for rooms and suites are based on double occupancy and vary according to season. (Please inquire at the time of reservation.) Some units can accommodate a third occupant at a rate of $35 per night per person plus tax.

    Facility usage includes a host from the arrival of your guests to the time of their departure; set-up for rehearsal dinner, wedding ceremony (if applicable), reception; breakfast/brunch set-up; table and chairs, etc.

    WEDDING CAKES
    The Stegmaier Mansion wedding cake cost averages $6 per guest, which includes the cake (bride's preference of style), set-up, presentation, china and silver flatware, plating and packaging.

    If a bridal couple prefers to contract their own cake, the provider will be responsible for cake set-up two hours prior to guest arrival. The Mansion will supply a table, skirting, china, silver flatware, and packaging at a cost of $3.00 per person. Contractor must provide containers for any extra cake.

    ENTERTAINMENT
    You are welcome to contract with a soloist or a small combo for the wedding ceremony and/or reception. There is a seven-foot concert grand piano and also a digital portable piano available at the Mansion for your convenience. Wilkes-Barre City noise ordinances apply, so volume must be held at a reasonable level.

    SMOKING
    Smoking is not allowed anywhere inside the Mansion. If your guests wish to smoke, they may do so outside in designated areas where appropriate ash receptacles are located. Again, city noise ordinances prevail.

    PARKING
    The Mansion offers secure parking directly across the street on the grounds of the Children’s Service Center. Since the Stegmaier Mansion is situated on a corner lot, guests will also find room on South Franklin Street directly in front of the Mansion, and on Ross Street directly to the side. The on-site lot connected to the Mansion on South Franklin Street is designated for the bride's limousine. Valet parking can be arranged.

    PAYMENT
    To reserve your special date, please issue a check made payable to the Frederick Stegmaier Mansion in the amount of $500. The check will be deposited upon receipt. You may cancel your reservation within 90 days prior to the event. In this instance, a 50% refund will be issued.

    Menus and details will be selected, number of guests decided, and final contracts made 90 days prior to date of the event. At signing of the contract, please issue a non-refundable check for 50% of all estimated costs.

    Deciding the minimum number of guests for which you will be financially responsible for and the fine-tuning of contract particulars must be in place 30 days prior to your event. Please remit a non-refundable check for the balance of the anticipated costs at this time. If the final number of guests surpasses the minimum number contracted for, an additional per person charge shall apply.

    Incidental costs and/or refunds due you will be executed on the day of the event. If for any reason you should need to cancel or reschedule your wedding, all or partial credit of payments already made may be transferred to the new date only at management's discretion.

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