The Reynolds Mansion was completed in 1885 by Major William Frederick Reynolds, a wealthy businessman, landowner and banker. Major Reynolds established the banking firm of W.F. Reynolds & Company. In 1887 he erected a new bank building, currently the M & T Bank Office, on the Diamond in Bellefonte. Major Reynolds owned the Big Spring and in 1879 granted it to the citizens of Bellefonte. When the bachelor major died in 1893, he left his estate to his nephew, Col. W. Frederick Reynolds, who also became a prominent entrepreneur in the area.

The home is of the late Victorian period featuring an eclectic blend of Gothic, Italianate and Queen Anne styles. The stone for the exterior was quarried by The Hummelstown Brownstone Company in Hummelstown, PA. Due to its purple or blue cast, it is referred to as blue brownstone. The exterior was laid by Italian stone masons and reportedly 20 workman were constantly laying stone. The Carriage House was built in 1893 and the semi-circular addition in 1901. Interior details include a marble vestibule, classic mirrors, handcrafted woodwork, stained glass windows, detailed moldings, and inlaid parquet floors of which no two are the same. The paneled hall ceiling is made of walnut, however, the living room and the billiard room moldings are made of heavy plaster stained to appear as wood. The staircase is hand carved and adorned with a brass lamp on the knewell post. Another feature is the intricate calling system which is still quite useful.

Since Col. Reynolds death in 1941 the house has gone through several owners and at one time served as a church. Today, the house and carriage house are owned by Joseph & Charlotte Heidt, Penn State Alumni, who moved here from Buckingham, Bucks County.

The Bed & Breakfast was opened in 1994 and has entertained guests from as far away as Singapore and Norway. Guests are encouraged to make themselves at home. . . .in another time. Enjoy a game of pool in the Billiard Room or take your coffee to the Snuggery and peruse the morning newspaper.

Full breakfast is served in the dining room by the fire. The elegant guest rooms are air conditioned, spacious and warmly decorated, perfect for that special occasion.