B ed & B reakfast in Kutztown Transforms into I nn Vintner’s

vineyard. There’s even a family-friendly ice skating rink (with synthetic ice!) that’s proven very popular in the winter months. In the offing, but likely three years from reality, is an on-site boutique hotel.

The Time Had Come

To offset that delay, the opportunity to acquire the venerable Main Street Inn surfaced in the early months of 2022.

“The property had been for sale for a few years, and we had been approached by the prior owners in the past, but we just weren’t ready at that point,” Andrea says.

However, in May 2022, the deal was sealed, and the Folinos became the owners of the property, which they promptly renamed the Vintner’s Inn.

“We were getting so many guests at the Folino Estate who wanted lodging,” she says, “and this was a perfect opportunity just down the road.”

BY DONNA REED

PHOTOS BY JOHN A. SECOGES, SECOGES PHOTOGRAPHICS

The Vintner’s Inn building was constructed in 1865, Andrea says, adding that complete renovations of the property in 2007 expanded the structure’s footprint and living areas.

There are now eight bedrooms, a common area and a covered courtyard perfect for gatherings of up to 30 people.

“We really believe this complements the estate usage,” she says.

The branding of Folino Estate links its Vintner’s Table in Phoenixville and its soonto-open counterpart in Wyomissing to the Vintner’s Inn itself.

A No d to the Vineyard

Upon entering the inn, a huge vase with dried vines from the vineyard greets guests. The common area has been redecorated with a nod to the Folinos’ heritage and vineyard.

“We bring old-world Italy in with touches of wine and grape motifs,” Andrea says.

“For example, we use grapevine pull-backs for the curtains.”

At press time, only one of the eight lodging rooms has been redone, but all are scheduled for facelifts as is the exterior of the inn.

“We are in the process of re-doing each room, updating for more of a signature estate look,” she says. “We’re going for a more neutral color palate, employing lots of greens, whites and tans.”

Though most of the already welcoming rooms await refreshing, each one has been christened with a new name reflecting the new ownership and branding.

Have a favorite wine? Maybe that’s the room to book. The choices:

The Barbera is a more business-oriented room with private access, a business desk and a king-sized bed.

The Cabernet, on the third floor, boasts two fireplaces, one in the bedroom and one in the bathroom which features a clawfoot tub.

The Chardonnay, light-filled and overlooking Main Street, also provides a reading nook.

The Chianti, located in the quieter rear of the inn, is larger than many of the other rooms. It’s accessible from a private back door and features a balcony and king-sized bed.

The Merlot, on the second floor, also overlooks Main Street and features a queensized bed and clawfoot tub.

The Moscato, on the ground floor off the lobby, is ADA compliant with a lower-profile queensized bed, a roll-in shower with utility bars and other helpful assists. It also overlooks the courtyard area.

The Pinot, on the second floor with a separate entry off the balcony, also features a kingsized bed and clawfoot tub.

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