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We are a collection of large and small Bed and Breakfasts in the Cumberland Valley of South-Central Pennsylvania. All of our members are included on our website. Click on the B&B DIRECTORY link for a general overview of our members. We feel it is important for our guests to recognize the difference between Bed and Breakfasts and traditional lodging facilities. While many hotels and motels and similar businesses are borrowing a "taste of" the B&B experience with "breakfast included" they do not meet the definition of a Bed and Breakfast in the commonwealth of PA, and are not eligible for membership. Our hosts welcome you into their home upon your arrival, visit with you as you are shown to your room and introduced to their amenities, fix your breakfast and chat over coffee; take your photograph with your camera, and wish you "safe travel" as you drive away.

CVBBA operates and succeeds as a collaborative effort of its members. We work together to promote the B&B industry and provide educational opportunities for member innkeepers. Those who choose to join are encouraged to do so with the intent of participating by attending meetings and serving on committees.

BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP CVBBA increases our marketing potential through collective marketing via our Website, Brochure, and various trade shows. CVBBA is a simple, but vibrant and growing, rather informal collection of local Innkeepers who enjoy the "camaraderie" of sharing and doing things together. As an additional benefit CVBBA offers is a group rate on membership with Webervations (online reservation service; see http://www.webervations.com/ for more information). There are other valuable benefits, such as: * Increased referrals from fellow members. * A voice for state and local B&B legislative issues * Professional integrity for your business through CVBBA

OBJECTIVES AND PURPOSES
* To provide a forum for B & B hosts on all aspects of Bed and Breakfast operations.
* To develop and encourage high standards of hospitality.
* To broaden public understanding and appreciation of the B & B industry.
* To support the membership through collective action pertaining to regulatory agencies.
* To serve as a support network for active members by offering benefits such as collective advertising and marketing.

REQUIREMENTS FOR MEMBERSHIP All prospective members must have at least two guestrooms and serve either a full or continental breakfast. In addition, the innkeepers or owners must live on the premises. Upon application for membership, a prospective B&B member will be inspected by the membership committee and a recommendation is made to the full membership. The full membership may vote for acceptance of the new member, at which time they will begin a one year probationary period. At the end of the probationary year, the candidate may be offered a full membership at the discretion of the members of CVBBA.

SCHEDULE OF FEES
There are annual dues and additional marketing assessments from time to time. Contact us for more information.

DEFINITION OF MEMBER PROPERTIES
* A B&B is a residential property of 10 bedrooms or less which offers nightly accommodations to the public, and in which breakfast is available on premises and is included in the room rate.
* Though the property may be historic or contemporary, it is residential in style. The innkeepers may be other than the owner provided they reside on the premises. Typically a common room other than the dining room is available to guests for socializing. The innkeepers are involved in the day-to-day operations of the property.
HOW TO APPLY FOR MEMBERSHIP
If you are interested in joining CVBBA simply download the membership application, fill it out and mail it to: Membership Chairman: Dee Fegan, Innkeeper Pheasant Field Bed and Breakfast, 150 Hickorytown Road, Carlisle, PA 17015. Meanwhile, we would be delighted to have you attend our annual social in September. Send email for more information.
Click here for a membership application form

OFFICERS AND COMMITTEES
Officers
* President: Kim Hanlin, Fallen Tree Farm
* Vice President: Tracie Yergo, Blair Mountain
* Treasurer: Roger Craig, Innkeeper Craig Victorian
* Secretary: Joanne Hawver, Red Cardinal
Standing Committees
* Membership, Chairman: Dee Fegan, Innkeeper Pheasant Field Bed and Breakfast
* Marketing/Public Relations
* Program
* Nominating & Audit

MEETING SCHEDULE
We meet bimonthly at member properties and hold an annual social in September.

Please show our hosts the courtesy of calling in advance if you plan to attend. This small, but considerate act helps prevent waste and also ensures that there are refreshments for all.
HOW TO CONTACT US
Contact one of our members via our directory or general inquiries should be emailed to our information desk.