Circa 1826: Corner stone laid for original
section of the home. (Builder and owner
unregistered - tradition would indicate the first
occupant was a homesteader.)
1842: House with 100 acres purchased by James
& Elizabeth Sebring. The land was used as a farm,
and two generations of the Sebring family were
raised in the house. James Sebring lived into his
90’s, and in his later years the building was used
as a boarding house.
1920: Property sold by James Sebring to Lloyd
& Virginia Sibold from Philadelphia. The Sibolds
had significant ties to the Philadelphia and New
York theater and stage communities.
Naming the Monroe County estate,
Meadowbrook Manor, the Sibolds were
determined to create a blissful mountain haven
to cater to the metropolitan aristocracy of the
day, relying on the well-established connection
to the cities by the Lackawanna Railroad to a
station five miles away in Analomink.
Between 1926 and 1929: the Sibolds built the
additions to the existing structure creating the
Manor as it is seen today. During this period, they
also built the home across the road, the Stone
Smokehouse, the pig house and much of the
garden setting.
The stage area in the main dining hall was the
setting for many productions. The clientele,
tradition tells us, were cronies of Flo Ziegfeld,
George M. Cohan, and the vaudeville
establishment. Horse drawn sleighs often
brought the guests from the train station while
a coach shuttle was used to milder weather.
Circa 1947: Property was sold to Max &
Florence Fugel. The Fugels were anxious to
expand the features of the Meadowbrook while
meeting their love of all things equestrian and
built the Horse Barn and Colt Barn. This
established Meadowbrook as an English riding
facility, catering to gaited horse enthusiasts.
Many high-stepping Tennessee Walkers were
featured. As Meadowbrook’s fame and
reputation spread, many came here to learn the
equestrian arts including Natalie Wood, the
famous actress. This summer haven and winter
wonderland flourished in its quaint setting.
1966: Property sold to William Gordon, a local
builder. Mr. Gordon purchased Meadowbrook
because of his daughter’s interest in horses and
with the intention of developing some of the
land. Gordon continued the tradition of
Meadowbrook.
1969: James Pillet purchased the property. Mr.
Pillet, a New Jersey and New York textile
manufacturer, fell in love with Meadowbrook
after many seasons of being a guest. Preserving
the integrity of the estate and continuing its
equestrian tradition was the motivation for this
acquisition. Mr. Pillet arranged for his
daughter and her husband, Jill and Walter
Bredel, to manage the facility. The Bredels
turned a 3-year commitment into a 12-year
career. They quickly increased the size of the
existing barn adding 30 stalls and built an
indoor school, creating an clear-span arena of
14,400 square feet, one-third of an acre.
section of the home. (Builder and owner
unregistered - tradition would indicate the first
occupant was a homesteader.)
1842: House with 100 acres purchased by James
& Elizabeth Sebring. The land was used as a farm,
and two generations of the Sebring family were
raised in the house. James Sebring lived into his
90’s, and in his later years the building was used
as a boarding house.
1920: Property sold by James Sebring to Lloyd
& Virginia Sibold from Philadelphia. The Sibolds
had significant ties to the Philadelphia and New
York theater and stage communities.
Naming the Monroe County estate,
Meadowbrook Manor, the Sibolds were
determined to create a blissful mountain haven
to cater to the metropolitan aristocracy of the
day, relying on the well-established connection
to the cities by the Lackawanna Railroad to a
station five miles away in Analomink.
Between 1926 and 1929: the Sibolds built the
additions to the existing structure creating the
Manor as it is seen today. During this period, they
also built the home across the road, the Stone
Smokehouse, the pig house and much of the
garden setting.
The stage area in the main dining hall was the
setting for many productions. The clientele,
tradition tells us, were cronies of Flo Ziegfeld,
George M. Cohan, and the vaudeville
establishment. Horse drawn sleighs often
brought the guests from the train station while
a coach shuttle was used to milder weather.
Circa 1947: Property was sold to Max &
Florence Fugel. The Fugels were anxious to
expand the features of the Meadowbrook while
meeting their love of all things equestrian and
built the Horse Barn and Colt Barn. This
established Meadowbrook as an English riding
facility, catering to gaited horse enthusiasts.
Many high-stepping Tennessee Walkers were
featured. As Meadowbrook’s fame and
reputation spread, many came here to learn the
equestrian arts including Natalie Wood, the
famous actress. This summer haven and winter
wonderland flourished in its quaint setting.
1966: Property sold to William Gordon, a local
builder. Mr. Gordon purchased Meadowbrook
because of his daughter’s interest in horses and
with the intention of developing some of the
land. Gordon continued the tradition of
Meadowbrook.
1969: James Pillet purchased the property. Mr.
Pillet, a New Jersey and New York textile
manufacturer, fell in love with Meadowbrook
after many seasons of being a guest. Preserving
the integrity of the estate and continuing its
equestrian tradition was the motivation for this
acquisition. Mr. Pillet arranged for his
daughter and her husband, Jill and Walter
Bredel, to manage the facility. The Bredels
turned a 3-year commitment into a 12-year
career. They quickly increased the size of the
existing barn adding 30 stalls and built an
indoor school, creating an clear-span arena of
14,400 square feet, one-third of an acre.
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1970: A riding school was established which
focused on combined training and featured
Olympic riders and instructors.
1972: A residential summer riding program
was created for girls 9 to18 years of age.
The 2 to 4 week sessions for 50 girls
featured the Combined Training Program as
well as horse shows on-site. The Bredels,
avid horse people themselves, once owned
more than 50 well-trained
Quarter/Thoroughbred horses at any given
time to provide their guests with a top-notch
riding experience. In addition to its fine
equestrian tradition, Meadowbrook Inn was
known nationally for its exquisite dining and
country accommodations. Repeat bookings
were the heart of the establishment’s
success and reservations were a must.
1983: The Overman family purchased the
property from the Pillet estate (following
the untimely passing of James Pillet). The new
owners focused on the Restaurant and Inn,
leasing the riding facility. The restaurant
became known for its fine cuisine.
November 1997: Property reverted back to
the Pillet estate.
October 2002: Joan Fitzgerald and her
husband, Scott Heiss, purchased
Meadowbrook Inn and Restaurant. Both Joan
and Scott are prominent business people in
the Stroudsburg area.
The Manor House has been painstakingly
restored as a country inn and fine dining
restaurant. The Mill House was restored in
2005 and now consists of five luxury suites.
Exquisite furnishings and attention to detail
are hallmarks of Meadowbrook.
Every attempt has been made to preserve the
remarkable history of Meadowbrook and to
enhance its elegance with inviting
accommodations and superb cuisine. Each
member of the staff reflects the high quality
of service that is characteristic of the
Meadowbrook experience.
February 2007: In recognition of the
efforts to restore the Meadowbrook, the
Monroe County Historic Association
presented the “2007 Preserve, Enhance,
Promote Historic Resources Award for
Commercial Properties” to the
Meadowbrook Inn and Restaurant.”
focused on combined training and featured
Olympic riders and instructors.
1972: A residential summer riding program
was created for girls 9 to18 years of age.
The 2 to 4 week sessions for 50 girls
featured the Combined Training Program as
well as horse shows on-site. The Bredels,
avid horse people themselves, once owned
more than 50 well-trained
Quarter/Thoroughbred horses at any given
time to provide their guests with a top-notch
riding experience. In addition to its fine
equestrian tradition, Meadowbrook Inn was
known nationally for its exquisite dining and
country accommodations. Repeat bookings
were the heart of the establishment’s
success and reservations were a must.
1983: The Overman family purchased the
property from the Pillet estate (following
the untimely passing of James Pillet). The new
owners focused on the Restaurant and Inn,
leasing the riding facility. The restaurant
became known for its fine cuisine.
November 1997: Property reverted back to
the Pillet estate.
October 2002: Joan Fitzgerald and her
husband, Scott Heiss, purchased
Meadowbrook Inn and Restaurant. Both Joan
and Scott are prominent business people in
the Stroudsburg area.
The Manor House has been painstakingly
restored as a country inn and fine dining
restaurant. The Mill House was restored in
2005 and now consists of five luxury suites.
Exquisite furnishings and attention to detail
are hallmarks of Meadowbrook.
Every attempt has been made to preserve the
remarkable history of Meadowbrook and to
enhance its elegance with inviting
accommodations and superb cuisine. Each
member of the staff reflects the high quality
of service that is characteristic of the
Meadowbrook experience.
February 2007: In recognition of the
efforts to restore the Meadowbrook, the
Monroe County Historic Association
presented the “2007 Preserve, Enhance,
Promote Historic Resources Award for
Commercial Properties” to the
Meadowbrook Inn and Restaurant.”
Tel: 570 . 629 . 8800 Fax: 570 . 629 . 9201 Route 314 & Cherry Lane Road Tannersville PA GPS Coordinates: N 41 04.175 – W 075 15.453 |