How Rail Trail Cyclists Drive 25% of This Inn’s Revenue | Pecco Beaufays

<p>Pecco Beaufays, owner of <strong>Highland Lake Inn and Andover Barn</strong>, explains how cyclists using New Hampshire’s Northern Rail Trail now account for about <strong>25% of the inn’s revenue</strong>.</p><p>With host <strong>Craig Della Penna</strong>, Pecco shares practical lessons on cyclist-friendly hospitality, luggage logistics, flexible cancellations, e-bike charging, and the business opportunities created by rail-trail tourism.</p><p><strong>🎙️ Host / Guest</strong></p><p><strong>Host:</strong> Craig Della Penna — Realtor and rail-trail advocate.</p><p><strong>Guest:</strong> Pecco Beaufays owns Highland Lake Inn and Andover Barn in East Andover, New Hampshire. His hospitality career began with a cooking apprenticeship at Hotel Sacher in Vienna and later included work with Kempinski in North and South America.</p><p><strong>💡 What You’ll Learn</strong></p><ul><li><p>How cyclists generate about <strong>25% of the inn’s revenue</strong></p></li><li><p>What bike tourists need from cyclist-friendly lodging</p></li><li><p>How luggage shipping improves long-distance rides</p></li><li><p>Why weather can change cancellation policies</p></li><li><p>How rail-trail partnerships support local tourism</p></li><li><p>What to consider before buying a B&amp;B</p></li></ul><p><strong>❓ Key Questions Answered</strong></p><p><strong>Q: How important is bike tourism to Highland Lake Inn?</strong>A: Pecco says cyclists using the Northern Rail Trail generate about <strong>25% of the inn’s revenue</strong>.</p><p><strong>Q: What services do touring cyclists need from an inn?</strong>A: Pecco highlights flexible cancellations, meal coordination, transportation, luggage shipping, bike support, and other services that make long-distance cycling easier.</p><p><strong>Q: Why does Pecco make exceptions to his cancellation policy for cyclists?</strong>A: Cycling trips depend heavily on weather, so Pecco allows more flexibility when rain makes a planned ride impractical.</p><p>Buying an inn or investing near a trail? Follow Roads Less Travelled on Spotify for more conversations about trail-connected communities.</p><p><strong>🎧 Considering a trailside property? Follow Roads Less Travelled for the conversations behind the purchase.</strong></p><p><strong>🔗 Resources</strong></p><p>Full episode: [YouTube episode URL]Highland Lake Inn and Andover Barn: [Guest website URL]Connect with Craig: [Host website URL]</p><p><strong>⏱️ Chapters</strong></p><p>(00:00) - Cold Open: