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302 - The McLaughlin Suite - James Buchanan Hotel

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Interior
Room
Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
Room

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
AU$357
avg per night

Explore the area

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Mercersburg, PA
  • Mercersburg Academy
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Whitetail Ski Resort
  • Long Acres Alpaca Farm
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Hagerstown, MD (HGR-Hagerstown Regional)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Separate dining area
Dining area
The current price is AU$357
avg per night

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About the area

Mercersburg

Located in Mercersburg, this bed & breakfast is in a rural area and next to a golf course. Long Acres Alpaca Farm and Whitetail Golf Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Buchanan's Birthplace State Park and Cowans Gap State Park. Break out the clubs and hit the links on a nearby golf course, or seek out an adventure with hunting.

What's nearby

  • Mercersburg Academy - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Long Acres Alpaca Farm - 7 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Buchanan's Birthplace State Park - 8 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Whitetail Golf Resort - 10 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Launching Pad Ski Lift - 15 min drive - 13.1 km

Getting around

  • Hagerstown, MD (HGR-Hagerstown Regional) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Milky Way Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mansion House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪One North Coffee & Bake Shop - ‬2 min walk

About this property

302 - The McLaughlin Suite - James Buchanan Hotel

Our circa 1796 hotel is steeped in history, being the boyhood home of our nation's 15th President, James Buchanan — built by his father, James Buchanan Sr. Buchanan's father opened a store, in what is now the Pub, and introduced young James to the problem of keeping things accounted for and in their proper places. By the time James was 10 years of age, his father was one of Mercersburg's leading businessmen. When Buchanan was sixteen he left Mercersburg to attend Dickinson College. The Buchanan home in Mercersburg later became "Hotel Mercer." Years later operating under new ownership, the James Buchanan Hotel is a staple in this historic town.

We are a proud part of the Mercersberg Historic District and were listed by the National Register of Historic Places in 1978.

The James Buchanan Hotel currently operate as a full-service hotel and restaurant, but the history and integrity of the Buchanans is just as present as it was in the l700’s.

Property manager

Peter Briggs

Languages

English

Amenities

Air conditioning
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Children from 4 to 17 years old can stay for free.
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Call us at 717.328.0011 to discuss.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 75
Note from host: Call us at 717.328.0011 to discuss.
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock

Frequently asked questions

Is 302 - The McLaughlin Suite - James Buchanan Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 302 - The McLaughlin Suite - James Buchanan Hotel?

As of 5 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 302 - The McLaughlin Suite - James Buchanan Hotel on 6 Aug 2025 start from AU$336.88, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Where is 302 - The McLaughlin Suite - James Buchanan Hotel located?

Located next to a golf course, this Mercersburg bed & breakfast offering ski-in/ski-out access is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Mercersburg Academy and within 6 mi (10 km) of Expert's Choice and Long Acres Alpaca Farm. Whitetail Golf Resort and Buchanan's Birthplace State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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