Allegheny Suite Living Room In 1885, the Hotel Allegheny opened. This hotel hosted the largest and most fashionable social gathering of that year. Music was performed by the Gowers and Shaw Orchestra of Muncy. The hotel’s unique feature was obtaining a liquor license (many of the other hotels had a Quaker influence and were “dry”). The Allegheny thus catered to vacationers who enjoyed dancing and drinking. In 1913, it was shut down due to complaints by the neighbors, again reopening in the 1960’s for a brief time. Eventually it was converted to a youth center, then torn down, and rebuilt. Now the replacement building is known as the DeWire Center.

Casino Guestroom The casino figured prominently in Eagles Mere life. It was once a recreation hall, and later an amusement hall on the grounds of the Forest Inn. This was a two-story building, with the first floor containing two bowling alleys, shuffleboard courts, and pool/billiard tables. The highest bowling score recorded was 267(Von Hagen-1918, Ted Gardner- 1925). Charges to bowl were 25 cents per game. Upstairs included a large dance floor, stage and bar. On Saturday nights the nearby theatre shut down for the infamous Saturday night dance, the “Eagles Mere Dance.” Hotels would buy tables for the night. Besides the dance, the “Hamburg Show” featured local talent, and the “Carnival Ball” featured the winners of the Water Carnival and its seasonal celebration.

Casino Guestroom Seating Area The casino figured prominently in Eagles Mere life. It was once a recreation hall, and later an amusement hall on the grounds of the Forest Inn. This was a two-story building, with the first floor containing two bowling alleys, shuffleboard courts, and pool/billiard tables. The highest bowling score recorded was 267(Von Hagen-1918, Ted Gardner- 1925). Charges to bowl were 25 cents per game. Upstairs included a large dance floor, stage and bar. On Saturday nights the nearby theatre shut down for the infamous Saturday night dance, the “Eagles Mere Dance.” Hotels would buy tables for the night. Besides the dance, the “Hamburg Show” featured local talent, and the “Carnival Ball” featured the winners of the Water Carnival and its seasonal celebration.

Lewis Glass Suite Eagles Mere was founded based on high quality glass production. George Lewis was an Englishman, living in New York City at the time, and heard about the Lake’s natural white sand on the north end. He purchased some 10,000 acres from the descendants of William Penn and formed a community in 1803 known as “Lewis Lake”, building a glass factory on the south end of the lake. Including orchards and farms, the town reached a population of up to 250 people. Glass was shipped for sale, primarily to Philadelphia, over harsh country roads by horse and wagon. Transportation losses given Eagles Mere’s distance from markets were severe. After the War of 1812, the impracticality of the manufacturing and shipping closed the business of the Lewis Glass Works. The original housing and barns remained for many years.

Water Carnival Guestroom Around 1888, the hotel owners in the area launched this long-time tradition on the Lake. Before electricity, it was called “A Magic Lantern Carnival.” At that time, there was a brilliant display of magic lanterns on every boat and at every landing at dusk, making one blaze of light. Gowers and Shaw Orchestra played the evening’s music. Now, it continues to symbolize the end of Summer Season on the lake, or a water celebration. Based on an annual theme, floats are designed to compete for prizes, and prizes awarded for beauty, originality, and humor.

The Allegheny Suite In 1885, the Hotel Allegheny opened. This hotel hosted the largest and most fashionable social gathering of that year. Music was performed by the Gowers and Shaw Orchestra of Muncy. The hotel’s unique feature was obtaining a liquor license (many of the other hotels had a Quaker influence and were “dry”). The Allegheny thus catered to vacationers who enjoyed dancing and drinking. In 1913, it was shut down due to complaints by the neighbors, again reopening in the 1960’s for a brief time. Eventually it was converted to a youth center, then torn down, and rebuilt. Now the replacement building is known as the DeWire Center.

Flora Villa Guestroom The Flora Villa Guestroom is very spacious and filled with natural light. These Guestrooms offer king-size beds, armchairs, television, air conditioning and large private baths. The Flora Villa Guestroom is also handicapped accessible and features French doors out to a patio.

1887 Restaurant Dining Room The 1887 is the hotels fine dining venue which serves elegant, up-scale entrees in a picturesque room that seats 40. The menu options feature exotic game and poultry and are created with the finest, freshest ingredients.

1887 Restaurant Dining Room The 1887 is the hotels fine dining venue which serves elegant, up-scale entrees in a picturesque room that seats 40. The menu options feature exotic game and poultry and are created with the finest, freshest ingredients.

A.C. Little's Drinkery A.C. Little's Drinkery serves a tapas and small plate menu as well as burgers, salads and other artisan sandwiches. It is open only in the evening and reservations are required.

A.C. Little's Drinkery A.C. Little's Drinkery is named for Albert Canover Little, the man who built the Inn in 1887. A.C. Little's Drinkery serves a tapas and small plate menu as well as burgers, salads and other artisan sandwiches. It is open only in the evening and reservations are required.

Dining At Eagles Mere Inn Relax and experience the three onsite dining establishments with priority seating for guests: The 1887, A.C. Little's Drinkery and On the Rocks Patio. Enjoy tapas and small plates or steak au poirve along with local craft beers and much more.

Dining At Eagles Mere Inn Relax and experience the three onsite dining establishments with priority seating for guests: The 1887, A.C. Little's Drinkery and On the Rocks Patio. Enjoy tapas and small plates or steak au poirve along with local craft beers and much more.

Dining At Eagles Mere Inn Relax and experience the three onsite dining establishments with priority seating for guests: The 1887, A.C. Little's Drinkery and On the Rocks Patio. Enjoy tapas and small plates or steak au poirve along with local craft beers and much more.

Dining At Eagles Mere Inn Relax and experience the three onsite dining establishments with priority seating for guests: The 1887, A.C. Little's Drinkery and On the Rocks Patio. Enjoy tapas and small plates or steak au poirve along with local craft beers and much more.

On The Rocks Patio Enjoy the beautiful summer and fall weather of Eagles Mere at On the Rocks Patio. It is a spacious outdoor bar equipped with heat lamps for cooler nights. It is perfect spot for a unique dining experience.

Eagles Mere Inn Lobby In 2015 the Eagles Mere Inn building underwent a magnificent renovation that saw its Victorian-era charm restored in its entirety. The building itself debuted as the “Eagles Mere Inn,” and became integral to Eagles Mere’s revival as a popular vacation destination.

Drawing Of Hotel Exterior The Eagles Mere Inn has stood as a cherished local landmark in downtown Eagles Mere, Pennsylvania, for well over century. Today this cozy and welcoming retreat allows guests to relax and explore the fantastic natural environment that surrounds the Inn. This fantastic destination is proud to continue offering the same outstanding services that have since made it a staple in northeastern Pennsylvania.

Eagles Mere Inn Exterior The Eagles Mere Inn has stood as a cherished local landmark in downtown Eagles Mere, Pennsylvania, for well over century. Today this cozy and welcoming retreat allows guests to relax and explore the fantastic natural environment that surrounds the Inn. This fantastic destination is proud to continue offering the same outstanding services that have since made it a staple in northeastern Pennsylvania.