Inn at Glencairn | Princeton, New Jersey

Inn at Glencairn – History and Hospitality Near Princeton

Looking for a truly special bed and breakfast near Princeton? The Inn at Glencairn is one of our top picks, thanks to the passionate team behind it.

Why We Recommend It

👩‍🍳 Chef Lydia Oakes crafts legendary breakfasts with scratch-made jams, pear-stuffed French toast, and creative options for all diets
🏡 Historic stone manor dating back to the early 1700s with authentic Georgian architecture
📜 A storied past as a Revolutionary War site and Hessian hospital
❤️ Family-owned with a welcoming atmosphere and attention to detail

Meet Lydia Oakes: Culinary Visionary & Innkeeper
After two decades in medical transcription, Lydia traded her headset for a chef’s knife, bringing culinary passion and creativity to the inn. From Seattle to Colorado, her journey shaped her incredible breakfasts—each made in-house, with granola, jams, and pastries that guests rave about.

Janet Cochoff Pressel: The Heart of the Inn
Janet’s vision turned their 18th-century home into a bed and breakfast after leaving Wall Street and expecting her first child. She guided the restoration through zoning, renovations, and community challenges, preserving the inn’s historic charm while ensuring modern comfort.

A Home with Centuries of Stories
Originally settled in 1697 and built in the early 1700s, this manor served as British troop quarters and a Hessian hospital during the Revolutionary War. Carefully restored in the 2000s, it blends rich history with warm hospitality for an unforgettable stay.