Steeped in history, The Lodge at Glendorn is a luxury resort designed in the style of the grand family camps of old. Surrounded by 1,500 acres bordering the Allegheny National Forest in Bradford in northwest Pennsylvania, the deluxe resort is offers individually designed and decorated accommodations, award-winning cuisine, and an array of family-friendly activities for every season.

Built in 1929 by Clayton Glenville Dorn to serve as a luxury weekend getaway “family camp” for his growing family, The Lodge at Glendorn has a main lodge housed in a quaint redwood house with luxurious guest rooms and suites and 12 beautifully appointed cabins. The pristine landscapes and lakes around the lodge offer all-season activities such as swimming, fishing, canoeing and pedal boating, mountain biking, skeet- and trap-shooting and cross-country skiing.


Guest Rooms at The Lodge at Glendorn

Guest Rooms at The Lodge at Glendorn

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The Lodge at Glendorn features comfortable accommodations in the form of guest rooms and suites in the main lodge building and 12 separate cabins in the surrounding forest. Constructed in the mid-1900s, cabins can accommodate up to 12 people and have full kitchens, whirlpool tubs, and outdoor decks with campfire pits, while rustic-chic rooms and suites have luxury antique furnishings and wood-burning fireplaces. All accommodations enjoy modern amenities, including flat-screen televisions with cable channels, CD players, iron and ironing boards, hairdryers, fine monogrammed linens, towels and luxurious Molton Brown bath products. Guest services include twice daily housekeeping and a nightly turndown service, complimentary bottled water, a variety of refreshments and Glendorn’s freshly baked chocolate chip cookies.

The Lodge’s main lodge accommodations feature four distinct guest rooms and suites. Located on the second floor of the main lodge, The Balcony Room features a king-sized bed with luxurious linens and an en-suite bathroom with shower and bathtub, monogrammed towels and luxurious Molton Brown bath products. Modern amenities include a flat-screen television with cable channels, CD player, iron and ironing board, hairdryer, complimentary bottled water, and a variety of refreshments and Glendorn’s freshly baked chocolate chip cookies. This delightful room overlooks the front lawn and babbling Fuller Brook and is ideally located within easy reach of all the hotel amenities.

Named for the warm redwood paneling and beautifully carved sunburst on the ceiling, the Redwood Room is located on the main floor of the lodge and features a king-sized bed with luxurious linens and an en-suite bathroom with shower, bathtub, monogrammed towels and luxurious Molton Brown bath products. Modern amenities include a flat-screen television with cable channels, CD player, iron and ironing board, hairdryer, complimentary bottled water, and a variety of refreshments and Glendorn’s freshly baked chocolate chip cookies. Ideally located within easy reach of all the hotel amenities, the Redwood Room is perfect for couples wanting comfort and privacy.


Suites & Cabins

Suites & Cabins

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The three-room Dorn Suite features a master bedroom with a king-size bed dressed in luxurious linens and an en-suite bathroom with shower and bathtub, monogrammed towels and luxurious Molton Brown bath products. The suite also features a spacious living room with a wood-burning fireplace and a sunny porch overlooking the pristine front lawn and babbling Fuller Brook. Modern amenities include a flat-screen television with cable channels, CD player, iron and ironing board, hairdryer, complimentary bottled water, and a variety of refreshments and Glendorn’s freshly baked chocolate chip cookies.

Located on the first floor of the lodge, the Green Suite enjoys a private entrance and side terrace that overlooks the lodge’s front lawn and beautiful Fuller Brook. The suite’s bedroom features a master bedroom with a king-size bed dressed in luxurious linens and a corner wood-burning fireplace decorated with 18th - century Dutch tiles. An en-suite bathroom has a separate shower, and bathtub, monogrammed towels and luxurious Molton Brown bath products and a lovely spacious sitting room are flooded with natural light.

The Lodge has 12 individually decorated stand-alone cabins that were constructed in the 1930s and 1940s and feature comfortable furnishings, cozy fireplaces and outdoor decks with splendid views.

John’s Cabin is a four bedroom, four bath cabin that can accommodate up to eight guests, making it an ideal family-friendly getaway. The master bedroom has a separate entrance, a king-size bed dressed in luxurious linens, a wood-burning fireplace, and large en-suite bathroom with separate shower and bathtub. The remaining three bedrooms have king-size beds, two of which can be turned into twin beds and three bathrooms that feature showers and baths, plush towels, and luxurious Molton Brown bath products. The cabin also has a large spacious living room with a wood-burning fireplace, a small fully equipped kitchen, and an outdoor porch is home to a sleeping swing and offers beautiful views over Skipper Lake.

Dating back to 1927, Miller Cabin is the oldest cabin on the resort, can accommodate up to three guests and is pet-friendly. The lovely log-and-plank-sided cabin features a chestnut-paneled king-size bedroom with a wood-burning fireplace and an en-suite bathroom with shower and bathtub, monogrammed towels and luxurious Molton Brown bath products. A spacious living room has a pull-out sofa bed for extra guests, a wood-burning fireplace, and a second bathroom with a separate shower and bathtub and a private porch has original Old Hickory furniture and beautiful views over the Fuller Brook stream.

Jill’s Cabin is a two-bedroom, pet-friendly cabin that can accommodate up to four guests and features a bright, pine-paneled living area and dining room with wood-burning fireplace and a wet bar for entertainment. The chestnut-paneled master bedroom has a king-sized bed with luxurious linens and an en-suite bathroom with shower, bathtub, monogrammed towels and luxurious Molton Brown bath products. The second bedroom, once an artist’s studio, is bright and airy with a queen-size bed, an en-suite bathroom with shower and bath and its own private entrance.

The Overlook is a romantic pet-friendly cottage that accommodates up to two guests and has an expansive deck with gorgeous views over the property. The Overlook features a king-size bed dressed in luxurious linens and an en-suite bathroom with a jetted bathtub, monogrammed towels, and luxurious Molton Brown bath products. A small kitchenette and dining area is ideal for comfortable holiday living, and entertaining and a wood-burning fireplace adds an element of comfort and warmth.


More Cabins

More Cabins

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Accessed by an arched stone footbridge over the babbling Fuller Brook, Dale’s Cabin is perfect for two guests wanting an intimate getaway. A beautifully-appointed king-size bedroom is decorated in knotty pine paneling and has a spacious en-suite bathroom with separate shower and tub, monogrammed towels and luxurious Molton Brown bath products. The cabin also features a small wet-bar, a wood-burning fireplace and a charming all-season porch with an outdoor fireplace and stunning views of the Fuller Brook waterfall.

Tucked in a ring of ancient Hemlock trees, the four-sleeper Hutch Cabin is a large two-bedroom, a pet-friendly cabin that has an enticing living area with comfy couches and a wood-burning fireplace and a fully-equipped kitchen. The master bedroom has a king-sized bed with luxurious linens, a raised hearth and wood-burning fireplace and an en-suite bathroom with shower, bathtub, monogrammed towels and luxurious Molton Brown bath products. A second bedroom is located next to the living area and offers a queen-size bedroom and private bathroom with shower and bathtub.

Surrounded by hardwood forests atop one of Glendorn’s Hills, the Forest Hideout is an idyllic stone and brick cabin that offers a secluded hilltop retreat. Built in 1931, the charismatic cottage features slate tiled floors, a charming wood-burning fireplace, and a fully equipped kitchen for comfortable holiday living. A king-sized master bedroom has a king-sized bed with luxurious linens, and an en-suite bathroom with shower, bathtub, monogrammed towels and luxurious Molton Brown bath products and a lovely outdoor terrace have a fireplace and barbecue area for alfresco dining and entertaining. The Forest Hideout is perfect for small wedding ceremonies and other special occasions.

Modern and bright, the Loft is a luxurious four-bedroom cabin that can accommodate up to eight guests and their pets. This family-friendly cabin features a spacious living area with fully equipped kitchen, wet bar, games area with billiard table and a wood-burning fireplace, as well as a private screened in porch with lovely views. Bedrooms have king-size beds with luxurious linens, and en-suite bathrooms with showers, bathtubs, monogrammed towels and luxurious Molton Brown bath products.

Boasting beautiful views over Skipper Lake, the Guesthouse can accommodate up to eight guests and is ideal for families or couples wanting an extra level of privacy and tranquility. The Guesthouse features four bedrooms with king-size beds in luxurious linens, and en-suite bathrooms with showers, bathtubs, monogrammed towels and luxurious Molton Brown bath products. A lovely living room area is decorated in butternut-colored paneling and has a cozy kitchen and wood-burning fireplace, and a protected courtyard is perfect for relaxing in the evenings.

Ideal for larger groups of up to 12 guests, Clayt's Cabin features five king-size and en-suite bathrooms with showers, bathtubs, monogrammed towels and luxurious Molton Brown bath products, and a separate master suite with its own bathroom. The cabin also has a spacious living area with wood-burning fireplace, wet-bar, and a beautiful screened porch with vintage wooden furniture overlooking the stream.

The largest cabin on offer at the resort, Richard’s Cabin can accommodate up to 10 guests and is ideal for families traveling together or large group accommodations. The expansive cabin features a sunny master bedroom with king-sized bed, separate ‘his and hers’ bathrooms, a wood-burning fireplace and a private screened porch with outdoor daybeds and wicker furniture. Four additional king-size bedrooms and en-suite bathrooms cater for the remaining guests, and a spacious living area has a fully equipped kitchen and a cozy wood-burning fireplace and full kitchen.

Surrounded by ancient hemlock and maple trees, Roost Cabin is a beautiful brick and stone cottage built in 1939 and accessed by an arched stone footbridge over the babbling Fuller Brook. Awood-paneled living area is cozy and warm with comfortable furnishings and a wood-burning fireplace, and five bedrooms can accommodate up to nine guests. The king-size master bedroom is luxurious and quiet with separate “his” and “hers” full bathrooms featuring showers and baths, monogrammed towels and luxurious Molton Brown bath products. Additional rooms include two king-size bedrooms, a twin bedroom, and a delightful built-in bunk room ideal for the kids. The Roost Cabin has a lovely landscaped yard overlooking the little stream.


Dining at The Lodge at Glendorn

Dining at The Lodge at Glendorn

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The Lodge at Glendorn’s state-of-the-art kitchen and award-winning culinary team, led by Executive Chef Joe Schafer, offers guests a superlative dining experience.

An enticing menu of farm-to-table cuisine features a fusion of creative dishes made from locally sourced ingredients, and regional flavors brought together using classic French cooking techniques. A hearty breakfast is included in the stay and is served in the lodge's elegant fine dining restaurant every morning.

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The Spa & Other Activities

The Spa & Other Activities

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The Forest Spa offers a wide variety of spa services that promote peace of mind, body, and soul, and specializes in seasonally-foraged ingredients sourced from the surrounding forests of Glendorn. Professional therapists offer customized consultations to determine personalized needs and services, which include an array of massages, body treatments, facials and enhancements, manicures, pedicures, hairstyling and waxing services. Guests can enjoy pre and post treatment in luxurious private rain showers and relax by a cozy wood-burning fireplace in oversized plush robes.

In addition to excellent guest room amenities, other guest services include a complimentary breakfast each morning, the use of onsite facilities such as a heated swimming pool (seasonal), tennis courts with rackets, Cannondale mountain, cruiser and tandem bikes, and an assortment of yard games, including croquet and bocce. Other activities that can be enjoyed in the area are fly-fishing on one of the three trout ponds or miles of mountain streams surrounding the resort, kayaking, canoeing or paddle boating on Bondieu Lake, hiking on more than 18 miles of scenic trails, and cross-country skiing or snow-shoeing in the winter. Weekly activities include outdoor campfires, bonfires, and s’mores at Skipper Lake.


Weddings & Conferences

Weddings & Conferences

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The Lodge at Glendorn offers a variety of beautiful and functional venues for weddings, receptions, conferences and meetings. The stunning Relais & Chateaux resort in scenic Northwestern Pennsylvania is an ideal venue for a destination wedding with the ability to host intimate affairs for up to 60 guests. The Lodge also caters for business meetings and conferences with a variety of venues, luxurious accommodations, excellent cuisine and array of activities for delegates to enjoy. The Lodge at Glendorn can also be reserved on an exclusive-use basis for up to 55 guests.

Overlooking Glendorn’s 1,500-acre backyard, the Big House Terrace offers stunning views of the surrounding landscapes and can accommodate up to 55 guests, while the Big House Courtyard is perfect for outdoor events, particularly scenic in the spring and fall. The scenic Sun Porch is perfect for intimate gatherings of up to 30 guests, and the Forest Hideout is charming and secluded with amazing views of Pennsylvania’s magnificent Allegheny National Forest. A large private outdoor terrace with a fireplace and barbecue makes an ideal venue for up to 55 guests.

Champagne and s’mores can be enjoyed on the shores of the scenic Skipper Lake as apost-meeting or post-dinner treat, and the popular venue can be paired with another event venue as an intimate reception space for up to 25 guests. Get Rates

1000 Glendorn Drive, Bradford, PA 16701, website, Phone: 814-362-6511

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