207 - Harriet's Room - James Buchanan Hotel

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Dates

July 2025

August 2025

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Popular amenities

Air conditioning
Free WiFi

Explore the area

Mercersburg, PA

Mercersburg Academy
‪3 min walk‬
Whitetail Ski Resort
Long Acres Alpaca Farm
‪7 min drive‬
Hagerstown, MD (HGR-Hagerstown Regional)
‪29 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Mercersburg

Located within a leisurely stroll of Mercersburg Academy, this bed & breakfast is within a 10-minute drive of Long Acres Alpaca Farm. The guestroom includes a fireplace and a flat-screen TV.

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What's nearby

Mercersburg Academy - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Long Acres Alpaca Farm - 7 min drive - 4.5 miles
Buchanan's Birthplace State Park - 8 min drive - 4.8 miles
Whitetail Golf Resort - 10 min drive - 6.0 miles
Hagerstown Speedway - 29 min drive - 19.3 miles

Getting around

Hagerstown, MD (HGR-Hagerstown Regional) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
‪Milky Way Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
‪Mansion House - ‬1 min walk
‪Subway - ‬12 min walk
‪One North Coffee & Bake Shop - ‬2 min walk

About this property

207 - Harriet's Room - James Buchanan Hotel

Our circa 1796 hotel is steeped in history, being the boyhood home of our nation's 15th President, James Buchanan — built by his father, James Buchanan Sr. Buchanan's father opened a store, in what is now the Pub, and introduced young James to the problem of keeping things accounted for and in their proper places. By the time James was 10 years of age, his father was one of Mercersburg's leading businessmen. When Buchanan was sixteen he left Mercersburg to attend Dickinson College. The Buchanan home in Mercersburg later became "Hotel Mercer." Years later operating under new ownership, the James Buchanan Hotel is a staple in this historic town.

We are a proud part of the Mercersberg Historic District and were listed by the National Register of Historic Places in 1978.

The James Buchanan Hotel currently operate as a full-service hotel and restaurant, but the history and integrity of the Buchanans is just as present as it was in the l700’s.

For entertainment, guests can enjoy flat-screen TVs. Other standard amenities include fireplaces and hair dryers.

Property manager

Peter Briggs

Languages

English

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Air conditioning
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Living/Dining area

$215 nightly

Jul 30 - Jul 31

Total includes taxes and fees

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

$119 nightly

Jul 30 - Jul 31

Total includes taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Things to do

Golf
Snow sports gear

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair accessibility

Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Hair dryer
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Entertainment

Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Air conditioning
Fireplace
Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Note from host: Children from 4 to 17 years old can stay for free.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 75

Note from host: Call us at 717.328.0011 to discuss.

Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock

This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 75.
Note from host: Call us at 717.328.0011 to discuss.
Onsite safety features include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

207 - Harriet's Room - James Buchanan Hotel Mercersburg

207 - Harriet's Room - James Buchanan Hotel Bed & breakfast

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to this bed & breakfast?

This bed & breakfast is located in Mercersburg, close to Buchanan's Birthplace State Park, Long Acres Alpaca Farm, and Whitetail Golf Resort. You'll also find Expert's Choice nearby.

Is there parking available at 207 - Harriet's Room - James Buchanan Hotel?

No, there isn't parking available at the bed & breakfast.

Is this bed & breakfast associated with a casino?

No, this bed & breakfast is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this bed & breakfast?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

Is 207 - Harriet's Room - James Buchanan Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this historic bed u0026 breakfast will welcome amenities like a fireplace in each guestroom with fireplaces in some.

Are there hot tubs at 207 - Harriet's Room - James Buchanan Hotel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this bed & breakfast.

Does this bed & breakfast include breakfast service?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this bed & breakfast allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this bed & breakfast.

Are there connecting rooms at 207 - Harriet's Room - James Buchanan Hotel?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this bed & breakfast?

The closest major airport to this bed & breakfast is Hagerstown, MD (HGR-Hagerstown Regional), which is 17.8 mi away (25 minutes by car). Another top airport is Martinsburg, WV (MRB-Eastern West Virginia Regional), which is around 29.6 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at 207 - Harriet's Room - James Buchanan Hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at 207 - Harriet's Room - James Buchanan Hotel.