- April 1, 2025
The West Orange Chamber of Commerce cut the ribbon March 17 to officially open the Oakland Manor House Inn on Tubb Street.
Popping the cork to mark the grand opening of Oakland Manor House Inn.
Cynthia Schultz, left, and Dr. Charlotte Charfen are the proprietors of the refurbished Oakland Manor House Inn.
Artist Tina LaVallee, of Oakland, painted the themed rooms, including the Sage Room.
Artist Tina LaVallee, of Oakland, painted the themed rooms, including the Mermaid Room.
The walls of the coffee room are decorated with genuine burlap bags from Cynthia Schultz’s family’s coffee business in Indiana.
According to rumor, this small passage between the Speakeasy Room and its bathroom was used to store and pass liquor during the Prohibition.
Sunny porches allow guests an opportunity to unwind.
There are multiple gathering areas in the inn.
Pat Gleason, left, and Margaret Reper enjoy the view from the large picture windows.
Oakland’s former Oaktubb Inn has been given new life as the Oakland Manor House Inn, operated by Cynthia Schultz and Dr. Charlotte Charfen. The purpose of the refurbished 1900s home on Tubb Street in Oakland is to offer get-aways, organizational retreats and special events to the community.
Amenities will include health classes, workshops and retreats focused on active pursuits with a special emphasis on health and wellness programs and activities, according to Schultz and Charfen.
Each of the five bedrooms has a private bathroom, and each room has its own theme, such as the Peacock Room, the Mermaid Room and the Speakeasy. There are common living areas and plenty of nooks for guests needing solitude.
The house boasts ceiling-to-floor windows, wood staircases, hardwood floors and large porches.
“We look forward to sharing the history of this unique home and lovely town as we open our doors and provide our guests with a healthy, calm and relaxing place to come stay and rejuvenate,” Schultz said.
Schultz is the executive chef and resident innkeeper, and Charfen is the medical director.