Elk Forge Bed & Breakfast Inn

807 Elk Mills Rd, Elk Mills, MD 21920, Delaware City, United States

2-star hotel

Guest rating: 4.2 / 5

Overview

Elk Forge Bed & Breakfast Inn is a 2-star, stately bed-and-breakfast set on roughly 5 acres of woods and gardens in the Delaware City area, at 807 Elk Mills Rd, Elk Mills, MD 21920. It’s positioned for a quieter, grounds-focused stay while still being within driving distance of local attractions and the University of Delaware area.

Rooms & Suites

Rooms are described as genteel and furnished with antiques, with free Wi‑Fi, cable TV, and fireplaces. Most rooms include whirlpool tubs; select rooms add 4‑poster beds, minifridges and/or microwaves. Suites add extra space such as living rooms and outdoor decks or patios, with some suites offering kitchens; an upgraded suite includes a balcony and a sunroom.

Dining & Hosted Events

A full breakfast is served in an airy sunroom. The inn also hosts afternoon tea and themed dinners on a regular schedule for an additional charge.

Amenities & Recreation

On-site features include a putting green, a hot tub, and a spa. Complimentary parking is available.

Location & Nearby Highlights

The inn is about 5 miles from the Bob Carpenter Center for sports and concerts, and about 9 miles from White Clay Creek Preserve. Nearby points of interest include Milburn Orchards (~1.6 km), Fair Hill Nature Center (~6.0 km), Fair Hill State Natural Resources Management Area (~6.1 km), Iron Hill Park (~6.4 km), and Delaware Park Casino (~14.2 km), with outdoor options like White Clay Creek State Park (~10.2 km) and Lums Pond State Park (~12.8 km) also within reach.

Best for

This B&B suits couples and leisure travelers who want a garden-and-woods setting with traditional, antique-styled rooms and extras like fireplaces and (in many rooms) whirlpool tubs. It also works well for guests who enjoy on-site downtime, thanks to the putting green, hot tub, and spa, plus scheduled afternoon tea and themed dinners (surcharge).

Travel tips

A car is helpful for this location: attractions are spread out, from Milburn Orchards (~1.6 km) to parks like White Clay Creek State Park (~10.2 km) and Lums Pond State Park (~12.8 km). If you want the additional hosted experiences (afternoon tea or themed dinners), plan ahead for the surcharge and check timing. For more in-room self-sufficiency, consider room types that include a minifridge/microwave, or suites that offer kitchens.

What guests say

Reviews frequently highlight the property’s atmosphere, location, and the grounds, with breakfast also commonly mentioned as a memorable part of the stay. Some guests note positive impressions of room cleanliness and décor in specific suites. Negative feedback includes disappointment when expectations set by older photos or website imagery don’t match the on-site experience. A small number of comments also mention an unpleasant odor upon entry.

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