Steve and Lisa are the owner-innkeepers of Spencer House Bed & Breakfast, fulfilling a longtime dream when they purchased the property in August 2018 after years of visiting, researching, and learning from other bed and breakfast innkeepers. As Erie’s only true bed and breakfast, they take pride in personally welcoming every guest and providing an authentic, owner-operated lodging experience. Lisa brings over 20 years of experience cooking in restaurants and for a church daycare, while Steve’s background in management—paired with a shared love of cooking—allows them to work together as a well-balanced team. Their hands-on approach and attention to detail help ensure guests enjoy both warm hospitality and thoughtfully prepared meals. From their very first visit, Steve and Lisa fell in love with the extraordinary craftsmanship found throughout Spencer House and take great pride in caring for and preserving this elegant historic home. They enjoy welcoming guests, sharing the beauty of the house, and helping visitors make the most of their time in Erie, Pennsylvania. Their goal is simple: to provide a comfortable, welcoming atmosphere where guests can relax, feel at home, and truly enjoy their stay. As on-site innkeepers, Steve and Lisa are always happy to share local recommendations and help guests discover the best of Erie.

One step through the beautiful arched front doors, and guests quickly understand why Spencer House Bed & Breakfast is one of Erie, Pennsylvania’s landmark Victorian mansions. This historic home features many original architectural details, including soaring 12-foot ceilings, sculpted light medallions, intricately handcrafted hardwood moldings, and an expansive coffered ceiling in the dining room. As Erie’s only true, traditional, owner-operated bed and breakfast, Spencer House offers an authentic lodging experience rooted in personal hospitality and historic charm rather than a hotel-style stay. The home has been thoughtfully restored to preserve its Victorian character while providing modern comfort for today’s travelers. Each morning, guests are invited to enjoy a full, hot, home-cooked breakfast served in the elegant dining room. Breakfast offerings often include items such as fresh fruit, eggs, seasoned potatoes, locally sourced thick-cut bacon, and the house specialty—cinnamon chip pancakes. Spencer House’s central location allows guests to explore downtown Erie, the Bayfront, historic theaters, and nearby attractions, including scenic Lake Erie Wine Country, which is perfect for day trips and wine tastings. Due to the historic nature of the property, Spencer House does not have handicap-accessible rooms. Awards & Recognition: Spencer House Bed & Breakfast is consistently rated among the top lodging options in Erie and has received the Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award every year since 2019, placing it in the top 10% of accommodations worldwide based on guest reviews.

Spencer House Bed & Breakfast is located on historic Millionaires Row at 519 West 6th Street in Erie, Pennsylvania, an elegant residential area known for its grand mansions and tree-lined streets. The property is within walking distance of downtown Erie, Gannon University, Erie Insurance and the Erie Insurance Arena, several of the city’s best restaurants, and the historic Warner Theatre. Guests appreciate the convenience of being able to explore many attractions on foot while staying in a quiet, residential neighborhood. Spencer House is approximately one mile from the Bayfront Convention Center and Erie’s Bayfront district, and about four miles from Presque Isle State Park, one of the region’s most popular destinations for beaches, trails, and waterfront recreation.