Your Stay at
The Inn at Ragged Edge
Types of Events
We are pleased to host a variety of special gatherings at The Inn at Ragged Edge. Whether you envision an intimate celebration or a meaningful gathering with colleagues and loved ones, our historic mansion and serene grounds provide a flexible setting.
- Weddings & Anniversary Celebrations
Say “I do” or renew your vows surrounded by timeless elegance, then celebrate with family and friends before retiring together under one roof. - Corporate Retreats & Business Meetings
Find focus and inspiration in our beautifully appointed spaces, perfect for productive meetings or thoughtful team gatherings away from the everyday. - Showers, Reunions & Special Occasions
Mark life’s joyful moments with baby or bridal showers, family reunions, and other cherished celebrations in a warm, private atmosphere. - Parlor Concerts
Enjoy the intimate magic of live music in our grand African Mahogany-paneled rooms, where every note resonates with historic charm.
Our Unique History
In 1900–1901, Colonel Moorhead Kennedy, a prominent Pennsylvania railroad executive, commissioned renowned Philadelphia architect Frank Furness to design his family’s summer home on this peaceful hillside. The result was a striking Gilded Age mansion filled with rich African Mahogany woodwork and a grand oak staircase that still welcomes guests today.
By 1913, the home had grown with a thoughtful addition, becoming the largest residence in Franklin County and a beloved gathering place for elegant parties, music, and distinguished visitors.
Today, that same spirit of warmth and timeless elegance lives on at The Inn at Ragged Edge.
Every room and detail tells a piece of the story.
Famous Guests
For more than a century, The Inn at Ragged Edge has welcomed distinguished visitors.
During the elegant gatherings of the 1910s and 1920s, the mansion hosted General John J. Pershing, French General Ferdinand Foch, Brigadier General William W. Atterbury, along with prominent governors and senators. Philadelphia society came for evening concerts, dances, and lively conversation in these very rooms.
That proud tradition of opening our doors to remarkable people continues today — now with you.
Proximity
Tucked just outside Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, The Inn at Ragged Edge offers the perfect balance of peaceful seclusion and easy access.
Historic Gettysburg lies only about 20 miles away — a scenic 30- to 35-minute drive. Guests from the Mid-Atlantic corridor arrive comfortably: roughly 1 hour 45 minutes from Baltimore, under 2 hours from Washington, DC, and about 2 hours 40 minutes from Philadelphia.
Whether you’re coming for a quiet escape or a memorable day trip to the battlefield, we’re ideally located for your visit.
The Complete Wedding Weekend
Imagine your entire wedding weekend unfolding effortlessly under one historic roof.
At The Inn at Ragged Edge, you can celebrate your ceremony in our elegant mansion, host your reception in the beautifully appointed rooms and gardens, then retire with your wedding party for the night — all without anyone needing to drive. With just nine rooms, we can accommodate your closest family and friends exclusively, creating an intimate and private celebration from “I do” through breakfast the next morning.
Make your dream wedding weekend a reality.