THORNWALD MANSION, Carlisle

Thornwald Mansion - A restored Palladian villa with event spaces and spa services in Thornwald Park

Built in 1911 by Lewis Sadler, this historic 20000-square-foot Palladian villa sits on 2 acres within Thornwald Park. The 4-star Carlisle hotel features a grand ballroom with skylights, a restored library, and a historic Rathskeller with double-thick concrete walls and Tiffany amber glass roundels. Guest accommodations include rooms with queen beds and suites with king-size beds, each equipped with private bathrooms, fireplaces, and period furnishings. The property offers spa services including prenatal massage, manicures, and pedicures. Six private event rooms provide spaces for meetings and celebrations, featuring natural daylight and state-of-the-art technology. Two large fountains flank the mansion's front and back yards, surrounded by walking paths with statues and ornamental gardens. Located 25 miles from Capital City, the mansion is within 1 mile of Dickinson College and the U.S. Army War College.

Pros

Situated within a public park with nature trails and landscaped gardens

Historic Rathskeller features unique architectural elements including cathedral-like ceilings

Meeting rooms equipped with modern business technology including video-conferencing

Complimentary shuttle service available for local transportation

Cons

25 miles distance from Capital City may be inconvenient for some travelers

Limited property size of 2 acres compared to original 32-acre estate