Clean, quiet, comfortable, convenient accommodations
A Place Inn Time B&B is a 200-year old home reflecting Grandma's charm with modern conveniences.
Lake Effects Antiques, LLC. is a 7-Dealer Core Cooperative with satellite members centrally located in downtown Edinboro. A must see!
Keywords: Antiques, collectibles, furniture, vintage clothing, lighting, primitives, books, shop, downtown Edinboro, B&B, accommodations, centrally located within walking-distance of Edinboro University and Edinboro Lake.
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
Since 1995, A Place Inn Time B&B has operated in the heart of Edinboro.
What is your primary product or service?
B&B accommodations are the primary service at A Place Inn Time although there is a small gift corner. Antiques and collectibles are bought and sold at Lake Effects Antiques,LLC in downtown Edinboro, PA 16412. The two interrelated businesses are within a town block of one another.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
A social studies/geography teacher with a keen interest in history; charter member of the Edinboro Historical Society; member of Lake Effects Antiques,LLC cooperative. It's about discovering artifacts from past eras and enjoying the stories that breathe life into them!
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
A Place Inn Time B&B s a 200-year old home that has been passed down through one family's ownership for 95 years since 1918. Operating in conjunction with a booth in Lake Effects Antiques, LLC cooperative, it offers an opportunity for both accommodation and shopping in the heart of Edinboro. Lake Effects Antiques is a large, clean well-maintained and managed cooperative with diverse inventory reflecting the taste and interests of 7 core dealers and several adjunct satellites. In other words, in addition to its long-term dealer's spaces, Lake Effects Antiques offers a dedicated space for inexpensive, short-term rental opportunities so that the shop always has a fresh array of items for sale.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
At the present time, A Place Inn Time B&B provides the charm and comforts of Grandma's home with modern conveniences. It's companion offshoot, a booth in Lake Effects Antiques, LLC has one excellent location on the main street in the business district of Edinboro, PA 16412. It's centrally located across from The Eclectic Etceteras Coffee House, Mark Gray's Antiques, PNC Bank, and three doors down from the Cross Roads Dinor, next door to the Empty Keg and two doors over from Cecil's enchanting jewelry store filled not only with jewelry, but his Renaissance re-enactment oddities - swords, masks. . .
Provide detailed directions to your location
From I-79, travel 2.4 miles to the main intersection of Rt. 99 & Rt. 6N. The two businesses are within eyeshot of one another.
To travel to A Place Inn Time, turn north toward the lake and travel 2 houses on the east side of the street to 206 Erie Street.
To visit Lake Effects Antiques, LLC., turn south. Travel 2 businesses to 131 Erie Street located on the west side of the street. Look for the red, white & blue bunting over the display window proclaiming Lake Effects in large gold letters.
What type of payments do you accept?
Cash is always appreciated. Otherwise, Mastercard, Visa, Discover, American Express charge cards and, occasionally, checks with a photocopy of driver's license or other photo ID.
Which areas do you service?
Local, national and international.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
A Place Inn Time is a sole proprietorship. The owner strives to maintain the charm of a 200 year-old home with modern conveniences while matching Grandma's model for impeccable housekeeping.
Lake Effects Antiques is an LLC. -
Members of the cooperative work together and share the responsibilities. Protocol and policy are developed at monthly meetings and, in between with consensus building emails, phone calls, and texts.
What are your hours of operation?
A Place Inn Time B&B accepts reservations 24/7 online on its website, www.aplaceinntime.com. Phone calls for reservations can be made to (814) 397-3883, the owner's cell phone. Impromptu guest visits are accommodated subject to availability.
Lake Effects Antiques, LLC is open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sundays from noon until 4 p.m. Other hours by appointment. Phone: (814) 734-4610 to make arrangements during regular business hours or phone A Place Inn Time (814) 397-3883.
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
The guest/customer reveals that he has learned something new, enjoyed his experience, and has received the best value for his money.
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
If it's going to be; it's up to me.