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The Lodge at Nemacolin
Farmington, Pennsylvania
1001 Lafayette Drive, Farmington, Pennsylvania 15437
Original Property Opened in 1968
Historic Hotels of America member since 2018
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The Lodge at Nemacolin was originally established as the hunting retreat for Pittsburgh-based business magnate Colonel Willard F. Rockwell. Completed in 1968, The Lodge quickly became a popular outdoor destination among Rockwell’s friends due to its abundance of wild game and fresh fish in the majestic Laurel Highlands mountains. The Lodge later became a convention center when the Colonel sold the location in 1979. Debuting as The Lodge at Nemacolin during the late 1980s, this lovely hotel has attracted countless guests with its bucolic charm ever since. Signature pieces of artwork from the Hardy Family Art Collection appear throughout The Lodge at Nemacolin.
Discover
- Discover the heritage of The Lodge at Nemacolin, which harkens back to its origins as the hunting retreat of Willard F. Rockwell, a Pittsburgh business titan. Situated on 2,200 acres, the lodge today celebrates its historic beginnings and honors the timeless hunting lodge experience.
- Stop by the Wildlife Academy which is so much more than a zoo. Hop aboard a safari cart to catch a glimpse of what goes on behind the scenes and get an interactive look at some of the animals the facility houses. Visit and see foxes, a two-toed sloth, red sheep, buffalo, tigers, lions, wolves, and more.
- Partake in some fun at the outdoor sporting facility which includes the Nemacolin Shooting Academy. As one of the activities available on the 140 acres of woodlands, the shooting academy has 35 stations and two, five-stand pavilions that will challenge the novice as well as the seasoned professional.
Explore
- Explore Fort Necessity National Battlefield. Once a remote fort that guarded the periphery of the Thirteen Colonies, Fort Necessity was the site of the opening clash between Great Britain and France during the French and Indian War.
- Visit the The Flight 93 National Memorial. The Flight 93 National Memorial pays tribute to the passengers and crew of United Airlines Flight 93, who sacrificed their lives to stop the aircraft from crashing into the U.S. Capitol on 9/11.
- Travel to Fallingwater nearby. Set withtin the majesty of the Bear Run Nature Reserve, Fallingwater is a brilliant country home designed by the renowned Frank Lloyd Wright. This marvelous historic destination is both a U.S. National Historic Landmark, as well as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Experience
- Experience the Lady Luck Casino. With over 600 slot machines and 29 different game tables, this luxurious venue is a destination in and of itself. Here, guests can try their hand at such classics as Blackjack, Roulette, and Craps.
- Tour the Laurel Lane Shops, offering luxury womenswear from world-renowned designers, such as Trina Turk, Scotch & Soda, Anatomie, Joie, Max Mara, and Halle Bob, and more. The menswear collection features favorites including Peter Millar, Bugatchi, Robert Graham, and Greyson, and introduces new styles by AG Jeans, Faherty, and Brax. Laurel Lane is located in The Lodge, just beyond the walkover bridge.
- Head out to the Nemacolin Field Club. Occupying some 140-acres of the Laurel Highlands, the resort’s amazing Nemacolin Field Club is among the nation’s finest locations for sporting clays and fly fishing.
Taste
- Be bewitched with Fawn & Fable's culinary sorcery. This enchanted eatery prepares traditional steakhouse classics with locally sourced, sustainable ingredients, served in a magical setting straight out of a fairytale.
- Enjoy modern cuisine inspired by the sea at Aqueous. This marvelous restaurant is set in a graceful atmosphere at Falling Rock. The skilled culinary team delivers a fresh, vibrant menu, serving guests an unforgettable culinary experience.
- Experience the show-stopping, culinary masterpieces at Lautrec. The stage is set with luxe interiors and six first-print lithographs by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. Savor Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five-Diamond magnificence in a remarkable setting within The Chateau.
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