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Top 10 U.S. Family Friendly Bed and Breakfasts

Looking for more than just a roof over your head for your next family vacation? Why not take a look at these exclusive bed and breakfasts that are 100% family friendly, easy on the budget and rewarding for any family vacation. Stay in your own private suite on a pristine Alaskan lake, play on a working dairy farm or enjoy a spacious suite in its own tropical garden estate on the big island of Hawaii.

Some families go on vacation to sight-see and tour an area, but families who visit these bed and breakfasts come back year after year just to stay at these amazing facilities again.

Rocky Acre Farm Bed and Breakfast (Pennsylvania)

Considering a farm stay for your next family vacation? Look no further than the Rocky Acre Farm Bed and Breakfast in Dutch Country Pennsylvania. Families will enjoy this working farm bed and breakfast feeding baby animals, gathering eggs, riding the gentle miniature horse, petting goats and cuddling with the farm’s kittens. Outdoor equipment like bikes, sports equipment and free boat rentals are available for guest use. Parents will also enjoy the beautiful sights of this 200 year old dairy farm and especially awaking each morning to a hearty breakfast for the whole family. Hershey Park and the Pretzel Factory are only a half hour away if you think you can pull your kids away from this fun place!

Hale Makamae Bed and Breakfast (Hawaii)

The Hale Makamae Bed and Breakfast provides the perfect Aloha Spirit for families visiting the Big Island. Surrounded by 2 acres of beautiful tropical gardens of Hawaiian fruits and flowers in the Leilani Estates, families are well cared for by a loving innkeeper who has some children of her own. Each day after a delicious island breakfast of banana pancakes your innkeeper will show you where to go to visit tidal pools (for snorkeling), hot pools and see lava flowing into the sea. Not far from Pahoa, Hilo, the Volcanoes National Park, Lava Tree State Park, Kapoho Tide Pools and Kahena beach the Hale Makamae Bed and Breakfast provides for a splendid atmosphere for an amazing island family vacation.

Chelsea Station Inn (Washington)

Located centrally in Seattle, WA the Chelsea Station Inn is the perfect solution for families looking for spacious accommodations with bed and breakfast comfort while visiting the Emerald City. Set in a residential area right next to the Seattle Zoo and rose gardens, the Chelsea Station Inn boasts 4 stylish suites with living room, dining room, kitchenette, private bath and a sumptuous master suite with double walk-in shower. The décor and size of the rooms are just as amazing as the family friendly atmosphere that is welcomed here. The kitchenette is kept stocked daily with soda and snacks and each morning guests awake to a homemade breakfast delivered right to their door. Within easy distance of Seattle shopping, dining and music, the Chelsea Station Inn makes for a fabulous stay for a family vacation.

Bear Lake Lodgings (Alaska)

Nestled in an idyllic setting on the shores of a forested alpine lake, Bear Lake Lodgings Bed and Breakfast offers you comfort and style for your great Alaska retreat. In a private setting, removed from the outside world, Bear Lake Lodging offers plenty of Alaskan wildlife at your doorstep with free canoeing and kayaking, fishing, bird watching and hiking. In addition to a hearty breakfast, the innkeepers at Bear Lake Lodgings make each night a treat with their specialty chocolate covered ice cream bars. For the more adventurous family, Bear Lake Lodgings is ideally located near the scenic Kenai Fjords National Park, the Alaska SeaLife Center, the Ididaride Seavey Sled Dog Experience and sightseeing tours of glaciers, whales and various Alaskan sea life.

Glen-Ella Springs Inn (Georgia)

Glen-Ella Springs Inn is the perfect getaway for an indulging family vacation with modern amenities and award-winning cuisine in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Northern Georgia. Families at this historic inn enjoy a wide range of attractions and activities from outdoor adventures such as hiking in the Chattahoochee National Forest or at Tallulah Gorge, whitewater rafting and horseback riding to calmer pursuits like winery tours, art galleries and antique and outlet shopping or just relaxing on the inn’s grounds. Spending time at the inn can be just as relaxing for parents and exciting for children who can take a refreshing swim in the on-site pool or enjoy a library of movies and games.

English Meadows Inn (Maine)

Families at English Meadows Inn love the affordable yet elegant lodging experience of this picturesque bed and breakfast in seaside Kennebunkport, Maine. Beautifully appointed suites with separate rooms and a warm cottage invite families to a true bed and breakfast getaway. The Cotswald cottage (a family favorite) is not only equipped with books and magazines for a rainy day, but comes with toys and games for the kids. A fresh three course breakfast of various juices, fruits, muffins and breakfast breads with a cooked entrée can be delivered to your room upon request. The English Meadows Inn is ideally located near the beach and within walking distance of several local restaurants and shops.

Blisswood B&B; (Texas)

Located on a working ranch in the Texas countryside, the Blisswood Bed and Breakfast offers exciting adventures for families and their four-legged friends alike! There are several cabins available equipped with private baths and kitchens with modern amenities. Children will squeal with delight when they see the horses, cows, emus, peacocks, roosters and goats that roam the premises near the barn. Families at this Texas guest ranch will be delighted to find that lodging at the Blisswood Bed and Breakfast is an all inclusive vacation. On-site activities include bicycling, hiking, Stagecoach rides, trap shooting, archery, horseback riding, swimming, paddle boating and bass fishing on the lake. An award winning restaurant is also located on the farm so that families don’t have to travel far to dine out. Be prepared to unplug from the world and enjoy the 20+ acres of Texas country this bed and breakfast site has to offer!

Carmel Country Inn (California)

Affordable and spacious rooms adorn this cozy upscale inn where families with children ages 6 + and their four-legged friends are always welcome! An expanded Continental breakfast is served daily at this Carmel Bed and Breakfast to start your day off exploring the nearby Carmel Beach, Pebble Beach Golf Course, Big Sur, Cannery Row, Monterey Bay Aquarium or Carmel Valley. A lending library of DVDs are guaranteed to keep kids entertained in the evening as you unwind from a memorable day.

1851 Historic Maple Hill Manor Bed and Breakfast (Kentucky)

Just minutes from Bardstown, Kentucky (the Bourbon Capital of the World), the 1851 Historic Maple Hill Manor is situated on a genuine working alpaca farm. Considered one of the best preserved Antebellum Homes in the Commonwealth children ages 6+ will have fun each morning after a healthy gourmet breakfast, helping to feed and herd the alpacas. Each of the luxurious rooms at this bed and breakfast is adorned with a teddy bear made of soft alpaca wool that you can also purchase in the gift shop. With snacks and desserts available 24 hours a day and family friendly games in the common area there is no better choice in the Bluegrass State for a rewarding family vacation.

Red River Ranch (Utah)

Children will love this western-style ranch surrounded by the majestic red rocks of southern Utah. The Red River Ranch is also full of wildlife such as buffalo, cows and surrounded by gardens filled with hummingbirds and much more. Families will enjoy being only minutes away from Capitol Reef National Park, Fishlake and the Dixie National Forests. Each of the 15 guestrooms is decorated with western artwork and authentic artifacts and breakfast is served in the River Ranch’s own gourmet restaurant.

Honorable Mentions

The above bed and breakfasts were selected based on their award winning family friendly atmosphere and distinct lodging accommodations. For further options on kid friendly bed and breakfasts, check out the following honorable mentions:

Downtown Historic Bed and Breakfasts of Albuquerque (New Mexico)

Located in downtown Albuquerque, New Mexico, this bed and breakfast consists of a private carriage house and two homes for families to choose from clean facilities with family-sized rooms, delicious homemade breakfast served each morning and snacks and beverages served throughout the day.

Hidden Creek Bed and Breakfast (Alaska)

For another Alaskan retreat, this family friendly bed and breakfast serves a fresh gourmet breakfast each morning, homemade cookies for afternoon snacking and tons of games, maps, DVDs and books in the common area as well as a hot tub for guests to enjoy.

The Barn Inn (Ohio)

You know this place is great for families because TLC’s Duggar Family once stayed here! Family Stays are reserved for the Innkeeper’s retreat and the spacious Fred Gehrig House. The Barn Inn is located in Amish Country Ohio and perfect for families wanting to experience awe-inspiring farmland, buggy and cheese shops, horse and buggy travel, and shop old-world Amish craftsmanship.

Island Park Cabins (Idaho)

Rent your very own mountain cabin in the heart of Yellowstone Country Idaho and enjoy amazing outdoor adventures with your family in all seasons of the year. Most cabins are equipped with a private hot tub on the back deck where you and your family can watch the gorgeous winter sunset.

The above bed and breakfasts were selected on a number of attributes including, but not limited to, location, family based reviews, appearance of website and available family related activities. These bed and breakfasts are not listed in any order of importance. They simply represent some of the 10 best family friendly bed and breakfasts in the U.S. based on research over the web and through the lodging site Destination Nexus