The house was built near the turn of the 19th century and is of Second Empire architectural design. It features five comfortable guest rooms, beautiful oak parquet and random-plank hardwood floors, and period furniture as well as other family antiques throughout the home.

From 1922 until the early 1970s, it was operated by Caroline Fishborn Petty as tourist home. Caroline's father, who built the home, owned most of the farmland in the surrounding area which is now known as Penbrook and Progress.

Three of the rooms have been named for one of the three Fishborn children (Anna, Calvin, and Caroline who last occupied the house until about 1989.

Relax on our front porch swing, or by a cozy fire in the parlor. Games, puzzles, and reading materials are provided for your enjoyment.

Sleep in comfortable but modest rooms and awaken to a full breakfast of seasonal fruits, homemade breads and a varied menu of specially-cooked and prepared breakfast served until 10:00am.

Due to the historic nature of the house and furnishings, we ask that there be no pets, no children under age 12 (unless prearranged with owner). Smoking is restricted to the front porch. No smoking in the house.

Abide With Me is located just outside the city of Harrisburg and is conveniently located to the tourist attractions of both Harrisburg & Hershey. Ride a bus if you like to our beautiful State Capital, area museums, the State Farm Show Complex. Shop at Strawberry Square or dine at one of the many sidewalk cafés or night clubs. Take a short and pleasant drive to Hersheypark (aprox. 20 minutes). Other nearby attractions including York, Reading, Gettysburg, and Lancaster are just 30 minutes to an hour away (see back for a more complete list).

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