We celebrated our daughter's wedding here this past weekend. Kasey and Billy were incredibly…read morehelpful throughout the entire process, especially with set up and during the wedding. The ceremony was moved inside due to the weather and they set up the space perfectly for the change. I would 1000% recommend this wedding venue.

My husband and I chose Harmony Forge Inn & Barn as our out of state wedding venue for 2 reasons…read more 1.) It doubled as a place to stay for my immediate family who were all travelling from Austin, Texas and 2.) Our ceremony and reception would only be steps away from each other! (easier for guests). The Inn: The mansion is a beautiful 4 bedroom, 4 full bathroom, 1 half bathroom estate complete with parlor, dining room, kitchen (2 refrigerators), and beautiful photogenic staircase. I paid for the full weekend package, which includes all 4 bedrooms and entire house from Friday 8am until Sunday at noon. I also paid for the rehearsal dinner to be held in their dining room area, but once I arrived, the décor in the dining room was too drab for my taste and I ended up setting up in the barn. I would have set up the rehearsal dinner outside, but it unfortunately rained on Friday and Saturday. Some of the old décor is beautiful, but the window treatments and table cloths were just not to my taste and I could not be photographed next to them. However, the wood accents were to die for (staircase)and the house structure was very lovely. The Barn: Perfectly spacious and easy to make glamorous with the right décor. We used globe lights and hung them from the ceiling and it really provided an upscale vibe. I used all real china and glassware, added a few DIY touches like paper flowers, newspaper programs and tall lighted branch centerpieces to execute the look I was going for- rustic glam-it was relatively easy to accomplish. The space can be used for up to 160 guests per the management, but I wonder how crowded that would be. We had a good use of space with 110 guests, but I don't think I would have liked any more people in that size space. (Especially since it rained on my wedding day and we had to set up a temporary ceremony in the dj space in the barn, there definitely would not have been room if we had had any more people. The Cons: 1.) I was very stressed on Friday setting up the barn for the reception. It was hard to get a hold of management for setting up additional tables/chairs. And they forgot a table I requested for the rehearsal dinner I needed for gifts. 2.) Management seemed disorganized. They told me they might rent out the additional room on Saturday night, which I paid for in my full wedding package, until my dad called and they said that was a mistake on their part. They also forgot I had paid for the rehearsal space and I had to remind them. The chairs and tables (they set up) were squished up near the front of the barn and I had to move all the tables back for more room which was time consuming (they set up tables according to your specifications, but it was not like the picture I drew) 3.)The fridges are full of old food which is good or bad depending on who you are, but I would have preferred it empty since how do you know how old that stuff is in there? 4.) THE AC UNITS!!! OMG. They are so loud and the house was SOOOOOO hot. 5.) The barn port-a-potty(ies); I'm not sure we had more than one in operation, I specifically remembered 2 when I visited and it was much larger with 2 stalls, then on my wedding day I only remember seeing one and it was small. I would rate this venue a 3-4/5 based on my experience there, I expected more hospitality. At the end of the day, I felt like we were not super welcome there, more of a nuisance to them. No one really talked to us, or asked us how we were doing during an obviously stressful weekend where all of my plans were literally drowning with the rain. I just expected a little more kindness or at least one conversation with the people who lived there. If you like to be left completely alone, then I'm sure this won't bother you.

This review is long overdue... I realized I never actually left one after my visit. The distillery…read moreis a bit off the beaten path, but that's part of the charm. I really liked the décor and overall vibe, both inside and outside. It's a great setting and well worth seeking out. A friend and I spent an afternoon checking out a few local distilleries and breweries, and Big Spring Spirits really stood out. We did a spirits flight, and while everything was well done, the straight rye whiskey was easily my favorite. It was surprisingly busy for a weekday afternoon, but the staff never missed a beat. Everyone was moving, clearly enjoying what they do, and they were happy to answer questions and talk through the spirits without making it feel rushed. I ended up buying a bottle of the rye to bring back home to California. I also just found out they've opened a tasting room in State College, which means it's officially on my list for the next time I'm back in PA.

I was walking my pup at Talleyrand Park when the sound of live music drew me to this distillery…read more They have a huge outdoor space with picnic tables, so we stopped by over. All the employees here are huge dog lovers, so my pup really enjoyed it here too. The live music was also amazing and created such a fun, summer vibe while sipping on some drinks. We grabbed a picnic table and ordered multiple drinks. I had the Strawberry Old Fashioned ($12), which was strong and refreshing. Our table also shared a Charcuterie Board for 4 ($36). Such a great spot to hang with a group or solo. We ended up staying until closing.

*Review is strictly based on her customer service…read more I called to inquire about catering for my wedding next year and spoke to Kristen. I gave her all the details and she wrote everything down and said she would pass it along to Ashley who would then give me a call back to go over everything in more detail. After about a week of not hearing back from them, I gave them another call and left a voice mail. That was a few weeks ago and I still haven't heard back.. After reading some reviews it seems like this isn't the first time they've ghosted people. If communication is this difficult in the beginning, then I can't imagine how it will be leading up to our wedding. No thank you.

Hoag's provided a whole roast pig for a luau party we hosted and we couldn't have asked for a…read morebetter catering experience. The pork was so moist and delicious and we received many compliments from guests. Ashley communicated well in advance on all logistics, the food arrived on time, and everyone was very flexible - even accommodating a delay due to COVID. Would definitely work with them again!

We got these beautiful poinsettias which were delivered on time by the very enthusiastic and joyful…read moresmall business owner. Love everything that comes out of this quaint and unique shop. Try it out! By the way, the only bad reviews on Reddit are from 8+ years back when this business was under different management.

1.18.23 My office…read morepurchased a bouquet of flowers for my supervisor who was involved in a bad car accident that caused her to have a fractured sternum. We purchased these flowers as a get-well gift to cheer her up. The premium flowers I saw online were bright, vibrant, and summery (orange and yellow), but the flowers she received were darker. They looked nothing like what was online. I went back to their website and there is a disclaimer at the bottom of the page referencing their substitution policy, which I did not originally see. The website is easy to navigate and checkout was seamless. I called to ask if I would receive a delivery notification and Joanne said no, but that she would call me, which she did. I don't think she knew, but they do provide an email confirmation for deliveries. My supervisor was really moved and it brightened up her day to receive the flowers.

Amazeballs...service and the facility has all the comforts of home. Thank You Jessica and family!…read more Our stay at the Reynolds Mansion was absolutely wonderful. The room, Carriage House Suite #2(?) was huge and beautifully arranged, with beautiful furniture and all the amenities of home. You can tell that real thought and care went into every detail at the Mansion B&B and the Carriage House suites. As a bonus, the entire mansion was decorated beautifully for Christmas, which made it even more magical. What really made our visit exceptional was the warm hospitality from Jessica and her family. A team who run the property. Shortly after we settled in, they have a Happy Hour and also offered small bites and homemade treats. We were also lucky enough to get a tour of the other rooms in the mansion that weren't yet occupied - each one is uniquely themed, and we're looking forward to our return visit to experience Jessica's superb service and offerings! These thoughtful touches portray the level of care and hospitality that sets the Reynolds Mansion apart. The Reynolds Mansion perfectly balances historic charm with comfort and exceptional personal service. We highly recommend this gem in Bellefonte and can't wait to come back! Our daughter graduates from PSU end of the year, I hope to reserve the entire facility for our family n friends who travel to the graduation.

Jess is the absolute best host! The building is beautiful, clean and comfortable. Walking in is…read morelike time hopping, you can feel the history. But the service is what truly sets this place apart - Jess goes above and beyond in every way. There is no detail overlooked, her warmth and ability to make your visit the best it can be made it just that - perfection! There was nothing I would change! We will be back!

We visited The Republic inside Gamble Mill on a Saturday night at 4 pm. The bar is cozy, nicely…read moredecorated and gives off a speakeasy vibe. The staff were very attentive and helpful. There was a list of some speciality cocktails and a beer list accessed through QR code. If you're coming here during peak hours or with a large group beware that the whole facility is rather small and seating is somewhat limited. We had a few specialty cocktails that were very tasty and a few beers before heading upstairs to the restaurant, Creekside. Creekside is a lot bigger than the cocktail bar and also has a bar of its own. I was expecting it to be a little nicer considering how posh The Republic was. It was sort of like a Midwestern lodge vibe. We had the queso vondito as an app and got both the corn and flour tortillas. We needed the extra serving of tortillas bc there was so much cheese but it wasn't really anything special and I probably wouldn't order it again. For dinner, we had the shrimp and grits and the Korean fried chicken. The shrimp and grits was pretty okay. Honestly the best part of it was the fried okra and the whole plate was hugely overpriced. Korean chicken was good but the sides were not. For dessert we had the cheesecake and the churros. The cheesecake was decent and churros were okay. There wasn't much sugar or cinnamon on them so just kinda like fried dough. Wouldn't order either of them again. Overall would definitely come back to The Republic bar and would hesitantly try the Creekside Restaurant again.

When I arrived, I was very surprised to find no representative from the company on the property. I…read morewalked the entire exterior of the property and went up and down all four floors and halls from end to end and found nobody. What I did find were black garbage bags with trash on the stairs. I had some safety questions and concerns about the place. Things like whether a representative was on-site during the evening; if not, how the front door would be locked (since I did not see a secondary locking mechanism on our room door); and where I could safely park my car if the three parking spots were taken when we returned from dinner (the on-site restaurant said it was permanently closed when I visited the website). As a woman traveling alone with my 8-year-old daughter, these were big concerns for me. I called the property number and got no answer. My husband called and got no answer. An agent from Booking called and also received no answer. Unable to get any answers to my safety concerns, I made the decision not to stay. I requested a refund, stating that the property was beautiful but that I did not feel safe and, for that reason, could not stay. They never reached out to me and denied my request.

We had the absolute best experience with AJ and the team from Ultimate Jams DJ Service. They were…read moreexceptionally professional preparing for our wedding and did a fabulous job at both our ceremony and reception. I would highly recommend Ultimate Jams DJ Service to anyone looking for the best DJ in central Pennsylvania!

From the owner: We DJ weddings that are fun. Really fun. If you want your guests to have a "nice time" but not go…read morecrazy on the dance floor, we probably not your DJ. We will make sure that your wedding is elegant and tasteful all the way through dinner, and once the dance floor opens we are all about throw-down dance party for the rest of the night.

I was on the second night of a week-long roadtrip and had been driving for about ten hours when I…read morearrived at the Bed and Breakfast. Phil and Kathy happily gave me a short tour of their lovely building after exchanging pleasantries, and I fell asleep shortly after in the Sierra room. The accommodations were spacious, the water was warm with good pressure, and the bed was quite cozy. It may have been from the long day, but that was genuinely one of the best night sleeps I'd had in a while. I was the only guest that night and the breakfast service felt like a royal treatment! It was a two course meal starting with a beautiful parfait followed by eggs, sausage, and pancakes. There was another option available, but unfortunately it escapes me at the moment. I spent some time afterwards prepping for the next leg of my drive, and Phil and Kathy were both there to see me off. Before I left Bellefonte I took a few hours to walk around, which I recommend. It is a picturesque little town. I had lunch at Pizza Mia, which Phil and Kathy had recommended, admired the architecture, and stopped in for a chat with the guide at the train-station-turned-tourist-information-building. If you're looking for a good place to rest for one night (or several) I would highly recommend this spot!

As we had first met one another in the area, my husband and I recently traveled from CA to PA and…read morespent four nights in the Bellefonte B&B to celebrate our 25th anniversary. Our experience proved extraordinary. Selecting a few bottles of wine from a nearby store, we enjoyed nightly toasts in glasses that Kathy and Phil keep in an antique cabinet in the great room. We feasted on hearty three-course breakfasts every morning, allowing us to replace lunch with ice cream--the Creamery on the PSU campus and Meadows Frozen Custard off Benner Pike are musts. One afternoon as we were tooling around town, we received an email from Phil and Kathy informing us of a free concert that evening at Talleyrand Park. Thus, after sampling delicious supper fare at The Governors' Pub, Mike and I walked across the street, cuddled on a bench, and listened to the Coal Aly Band cover favorite hits as locals danced in the grass and rang a cowbell to "Don't Fear the Reaper." Laughter and positive vibes abound by Spring Creek! When they realized that my husband was waking before most guests to read quietly in one of the home's common areas, Kathy and Phil set up an automatic coffee maker outside the kitchen to be ready in the early hours. They actively inquired as to how they could make our stay more comfortable. A flip-top glass bottle of cold water specific to our room remained filled outside our door as did a selection of sparkling drinks. Learning that we had lived much of our married life in the Deep South, they even chose to include cheese grits as part of the menu on the day of our departure. Keenly attentive, Kathy and Phil delight in honoring all who visit. They exude warmth, and their peaceful demeanors diffuse goodwill. Vacations do not always generate rest, but my husband and I have returned feeling rejuvenated. We are already discussing our next trip to Centre County. Thank you, Bellefonte B&B!