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Rickett's Homestead

3.0 star property
Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Ricketts Glen State Park

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Free daily self-service breakfast
IPod dock, MP3 dock
Terrace/patio
Point of interest
Exterior

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$92
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct

Explore the area

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316 Old County Rd, Benton, PA, 17814
  • Ricketts Glen State Park
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Lake Jean
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Lake Jean Beach
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.)
    ‪68 min drive‬

Room options

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Traditional Room, Mountain View

Traditional Room, Mountain View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
Renovated in 2025
Ceiling fan
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room, Mountain View

Room, Mountain View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
Smart TV
Renovated in 2025
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Benton

At Rickett's Homestead, you'll be 10.2 km (6.4 mi) from Ricketts Glen State Park and 10.3 km (6.4 mi) from The Glens Natural Area. Highlights at this B&B include free self-service breakfast and free self-parking. .This pet-friendly bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and charcoal grills. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, including food and water bowls, an off-lead area and pet-sitting services. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 3-property class Benton B&B include Colonel Ricketts Hard Cider and Lake Jean.
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What's nearby

  • Ricketts Glen State Park - 17 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Benton Farmers' Market - 18 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Colonel Ricketts Hard Cider - 20 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Lake Jean - 22 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Lake Jean Beach - 26 min drive - 19.3 km

Getting around

  • Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big John And The Bears - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Hoboken Subshop - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Westovers Country Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Valley Pizza - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Rickett's Homestead

Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Ricketts Glen State Park
Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. Rickett's Homestead also features barbecue grills, a garden, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Benton bed & breakfast.

  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • On-site shopping
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
Rickett's Homestead offers 3 accommodations with iPod docking stations and MP3 docking stations. Rooms open to furnished patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes dining tables. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized fridge/freezers and microwaves. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a rainfall showerhead.

This Benton bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include shared/communal kitchens and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on request. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in March 2025.

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  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to noon

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle storage
  • Fishing
  • Hunting
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Dining table
  • High chair
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 step to reach entrance
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Local artist showcase
  • Renovated guestrooms - March 2025

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 shared bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • IPod dock
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Waffle maker

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: USD 2.50 per accommodation, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls, an off-lead area and pet-sitting services are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 2.50 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Rickett's Homestead Benton
Rickett's Homestead Bed & breakfast
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Rickett's Homestead?

Rickett's Homestead offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Rickett's Homestead?

As of 25 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rickett's Homestead on 30 Sept 2025 start from NZ$92.08, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Rickett's Homestead?

Yep, Rickett's Homestead has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Rickett's Homestead?

The closest beach to Rickett's Homestead is Lake Jean Beach (12.5 km).

What makes Rickett's Homestead a romantic place to stay?

A champagne service, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Rickett's Homestead.

Is Rickett's Homestead family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a charcoal grill, as well as highchairs and children's books in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Rickett's Homestead is a hit with families.

Does Rickett's Homestead serve breakfast?

Yeah, free self-service brekkie is on offer daily from 6:00 AM to noon.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Rickett's Homestead?

No, Rickett's Homestead does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Rickett's Homestead?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Rickett's Homestead?

Cats and dogs are welcome at Rickett's Homestead, with dog exercise areas, pet-sitting services and food and water bowls on offer.