Whether you say "Welcome" in English, or "Velcommen" you will agree that Nancy and Lamont make you feel at home - in a more elegant way. The grand foyer, winding up three stories to a stained glass skylight lighted by night as well as by day - says "welcome" into a bygone era of luxury.

The dining room, where hot and cold dishes are served at every morning's full Full breakfast, says "welcome". With a changing menu tailored to the dietary needs and wishes of the day's guests - vegetarian, heart-healthy, and some kosher - just a few of the ways Nancy and Lamont let you know you are special.The Pillars Bed and Breakfast Innis clearly geared to serve the Business Traveler- with breakfast starting at 4:30 AM (or earlier) if that's what you need!

Nancy and Lamont's extensive, eclectic library of books and magazines is a browser's dream-come-true. The Living room's entertainment center includes a premium cable TV and CD so that guests can look and listen downstairs without disturbing their companion. Quiet hours start at 10 o'clock - when guests are asked to keep all sounds low enough not to be disturbing to other guests.

In the Music Room, besides the woodburning fireplace, desk and organ,there is an antique Morris chair, other easy chairs, and a "business center"with a high speed cable modem connection to the internet so that guests can download and print their e-mail or surf the net. Evening sherry, cookies, chocolates and soda are served here. The Music Room is "off the beaten path" so guests wanting private conversations typically find this room to be a quiet refuge for conversation or meditation.

Part of what makes The Pillars of Plainfield Bed and Breakfast Inn different is the wonderful sense of being "in the country". The acre lot is surrounded by even larger properties with big old trees and shrubs. Once things leaf out in the Spring, guests affirm the slogan, "Sylvan Seclusion with Urban Access." Adirondack chairs nestle under the branches for quiet conversations or just relaxing. Birds and squirrels compete all around you. And there's lots of parking space for your car.

Each year there are major improvements in the yard and gardens. In turn, there is a tremendous upsurge of interest from couples planning weddings and receptions, as well as anniversary parties and showers. In July 2000 The Pillars of Plainfield Bed and Breakfast Inn easily hosted a garden party for 750 guests. Brides say that they have visited all the "wedding factories" and want something more personal and private. The Pillars of Plainfield Bed and Breakfast is the setting they are seeking. Newlyweds return on their anniversary to recapture their Honeymoon glow which began at The Plainfield Bed and Breakfast Inn.

The beauty of Plainfield is its combination of an extravagant expanse of space around the homes, yet with exceptionally easy access to Interstates I-95, I-78, I-287, The Garden State Parkway - and Manhattan by train. We are just thirteen miles from the Newark Airport! We are close to Rutgers University, AT&T, Lucent Technologies, Verizon, and various corporate headquarters in Bridgewater, Somerville, Murray Hill, Edison, Westfield and the Cranford areas. Guests traveling between the Washington, D.C. area and New England find Plainfield to be an easy on-off stop.

Our Van Wyck Brooks Historic District is the oldest and largest historic district in Plainfield, and has the largest homes. The other wonderful part of being here is the clean air and good water. Guests often go jogging in the early morning - remarking about the gorgeous homes when they return. Business guests particularly appreciate a respite from "cookie cutter" hotels.

Whether you are looking for fine dining, outdoor recreation, upscale or outlet shopping malls, sports venues, or just relaxing, The completely air conditioned Pillars of Plainfield Bed and Breakfast is able to meet - and hopefully exceed - your expectations. Nancy and Lamont and their Border Collie, "Misty" - are eager to welcome you to their home.

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