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250yo Stone House - Stargazing, Fireflies, Streams, and room to Run!

Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Smart TV, DVD player, foosball, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 104000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Pequea, PA
  • Place, Lakewood lake
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Trout Run
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Baumgardener's Covered Bridge
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Harrisburg, PA (MDT-Harrisburg Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Pequea

This vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Trout Run and Lakewood lake. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a dining area.
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What's nearby

  • Lakewood lake - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Trout Run - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Baumgardener's Covered Bridge - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Steinman Run - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Shenks Ferry Wildflower Preserve - 6 min drive - 4.2 miles

Getting around

  • Lancaster Station - 22 min drive
  • Lancaster, PA (LNS) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Brickhouse Coffee & Kitchen - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Mick’s All American Pub - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

250yo Stone House - Stargazing, Fireflies, Streams, and room to Run!

Nestled in the charming town of Pequea, this gorgeous 5-bedroom, original stone house is older than America herself! Built in 1770, this home has been tastefully updated, while still maintaining the integrity and beauty of the old structure and unique, original features. Enjoy premium bedding, fantastic views of the neighboring Amish farm from your windows, a private, wrap-around porch that overlooks the property’s streams off the master suite, and a large yard with a fire pit.

The space
A stay at this house offers you the opportunity to experience the history and quiet, peaceful lifestyle that many visitors to Lancaster County only get to appreciate from a distance. This incredible house was built by one of the original settlers who made his living milling wheat in the stone mill next door. We have many old, original documents, deeds, photographs, and stories passed down through the generations of this historic property that will be available in the house for those guests that have interest.

Your stay in this home includes an authentic, Amish-made shoofly pie, Lancaster County Coffee Roasters coffee, luxury linens and towels, s’more ingredients (supplied from September 1st-December 31st), and so much more! For your convenience, firewood is available for purchase on site.

This home is fully equipped to comfortably accommodate up to 10 people. If you are interested in booking for a group larger than 10, please contact the hosts prior to booking with the number of guests. These requests will be approved on a case by case basis.

We are proud to offer this quiet escape just miles from downtown Lancaster. The home is ideally located to explore the nearby attractions, such as Central Market, The Barnstormers Stadium and Convention Center, Sight & Sound Theatre, Millersville University, Tanger Outlets, the historic Strasburg Railroad, and all the rest of Lancaster County's most popular tourist attractions! Driving distance to Hershey Park and Dutch Wonderland parks!

Additional services offered:

Level 2 EV Charger: Complimentary charging with our Level 2 EV Charger installed conveniently in the driveway. Charger is Tesla NACS standard (J-1772 adaptor NOT provided).

Grocery service: you select and pay for your groceries online. We pick them up at the grocery store and put them away in the house. You arrive to a home stocked with all the groceries you need and chose! Contact me either before booking, or after, to utilize this service. Cost: $25 service fee

Special occasion decorating service: celebrating a birthday, anniversary, graduation, wedding, or other occasion? We will decorate the home with balloons, flowers, cake, streamers, whatever you want! We will work closely with you to make sure you’re getting what you want, and you get to surprise your guest of honor by checking-in to a house that’s already decorated! Cost: cost of products plus a $50 service fee

Guest access
Our guests have exclusive access to the entire 5 bedroom house, including a small "library" and two complete kitchens/dining rooms! Access to a private wrap-around balcony off of the master suite that overlooks the property's stream and offers exclusive views of the neighboring Amish farm. Guests may use the stream, covered back porch, 1.5 acres of lawn, and fire pit. Guests may enjoy watching the chickens in the chicken coop off the side of the house, though we do ask that guests not enter the coop. We are pleased to provide guests with farm fresh eggs stocked in the refrigerator (as available).

Interaction with guests
Our guests determine their own level of interaction. We will provide a book filled with information on area attractions and exclusive "local’s spots". Beyond that, we are happy to chat, engage, and assist you in any way you'd like, or to allow you privacy to explore on your own.

Please note that hosts will require access to the home twice per day (morning and evening) to tend to the coal stove (Winter months only).

Other things to note
Please keep in mind that this house has a number of stairs and may not be suitable for those less physically capable. While we provide baby gates for the stairs, the house is not fully "child-proofed". For those reasons this house is not recommended for children between the ages of 6 months and 3 years. Although we do not specifically exclude families with children in this range, please be aware that if you choose to book with us, you do so at your own risk.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is permitted on the back cement porch only

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 4,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Pets: Dogs are not permitted in bedrooms. Dogs must be crated if left unsupervised in the home (crate provided). Dogs must be leashed when outside.
There are wild animals, including cats and dogs, which may access the property. Guest's pets must be supervised at all times when outside.
Guests are responsible for cleaning up their dogs' waste. A clean-up fee of $20 per incident will assessed for pet waste not properly disposed of.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Read all rules regarding pets before booking.

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is permitted on the back cement porch only

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 24

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.

Property is also known as

Idyllic Country Retreat Unique 1770 Mill-house House Pequea
Idyllic Country Retreat Unique 1770 Mill-house House
Idyllic Country Retreat Unique 1770 Mill-house Pequea
Idyllic Retreat Unique 1770 M
250yo Stone House With Stream in Amish Country!

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Pequea, close to Jason's Woods, Susquehannock State Park, and Pinnacle Scenic Overlook Nature Preserve. You'll also find Susquehanna River and Trout Run within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

Yes, there is electric car charging available.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at 250yo Stone House - Stargazing, Fireflies, Streams, and room to Run!?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic vacation home include a kitchen and a smart TV along with a garden.

Are there hot tubs at 250yo Stone House - Stargazing, Fireflies, Streams, and room to Run!?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Lancaster, PA (LNS), which is 19.1 mi away (34 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at 250yo Stone House - Stargazing, Fireflies, Streams, and room to Run!?

Yes, every accommodation at 250yo Stone House - Stargazing, Fireflies, Streams, and room to Run! comes with a balcony with some featuring water views.

250yo Stone House - Stargazing, Fireflies, Streams, and room to Run! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bill F.

Liked: Cleanliness
We spent Thanksgiving at this beautiful 1770s stone farmhouse with our extended family — five bedrooms, two spacious kitchens, and plenty of space for all of us to spread out comfortably.For Thanksgiving dinner, we cooked together using the fully equipped kitchens, and there was more than enough room at the big dining table for everyone. The combination of history, peaceful farmland views, and cozy comforts made this place feel like a “home away from home.”
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house and property is beautiful! We thoroughly enjoyed are stay. Beds were very comfortable and the host thought of everything from a well-stocked kitchen to delicious moon pies, shoofly pie, and fresh eggs awaiting our arrival. There are lots of hiking trails nearby and Lancaster is only a short drive away, but there’s barely a reason to leave the property!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

andria K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa C.

Check in was easy. A couple items were already broken in the kitchen - spatula, water glass, and whisk.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing! Would definitely go back

This property is exactly as the pictures show. Absolutely beautiful. Host is very very responsive and super quick to help. Not at all overbearing. Stayed an entire week and loved every minute. Had 6 adults and an 11 year old. Relatively close to all attractions but out of the way and quiet. Love the chickens!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful historic house / amazing hosts

We gathered as a family for Thanksgiving and a celebration of life. This historic house was the perfect size for large family meals and we appreciated that dogs were welcome. Hosts are kind, responsive and thoughtful. This home is breathtaking with its stone walls and open (well stocked) upstairs kitchen area. Bedrooms are cosy and well decorated. There are great trails nearby and chickens right out the window for your viewing pleasure! Worth every one of the 5 stars!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful stay in a beautiful home

This house is stunning - the pictures are spot on. Everything was in great working order. The host was welcoming and communicated often as needed. We were given more time to check out since nobody was checking in after us which was helpful as we had a small impromptu wedding during the stay. It was great for pictures. We left something behind and she immediately contacted us to offer a solution to return the item. We would love to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie O.

Liked: Cleanliness

10/10 Family Vacation Stay

Traveling as a family of 10 to Lancaster to be part of our sister/daughter’s wedding day we knew we needed the perfect place to spend the weekend. We knew from the pictures we were in for a treat (and not just the shoe-fly pie). The toddler loved spending the mornings staring at the chickens through the window and going out to visit, the adults loved checking out the stream and fire pit, while we all loved having a place to be all together during a special time. Every detail made it a perfect weekend and the bride and groom loved spending time there. The whole house is so unique and perfect for a large party with so much to do. It was so clean and had a lot of things already at the house that we didn’t need to run out and get. The owners were very responsive. Everyone absolutely loved the historical aspect to the house along with the privacy and didn’t want to leave at the end of our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicoe M., Rogers, AR

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely home with special touches

Our visit here was too short! This trip was a multi-generational family trip and the property was a perfect relaxing atmosphere. I really enjoyed the personal touches the host provided. Setting the music and having lights on for our night time arrival was so welcoming. The house is spotless and kitchen well equipped. The fresh eggs and goodies put this stay over the top. We also took advantage of the offer to have a small fire to sit outside and stargaze. We were blessed to see the Aurora Borealis that evening making a really nice end to our trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great family memories!

Loved every minute!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Annual family get together celebrating wife/mother/ grandmother's birthday.

Amazing house with location and Amanda the host goes out of her way to make sure your stay the best experience you could ask for. On arrival greeted with home made pie and other treats waiting for you. Cannot say enough about how incredibly our stay was. The whole family wants to make it a yearly event.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding stay

We rented the house for our family to stay together before our son's wedding. The house was perfect for our needs. Everything was perfect!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our Wonderful Stay

The property is beautiful and very secluded. Massive areas to roam and relax. The house is modern and equipped with all of the essentials. The hosts were friendly and available but respected our privacy.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samuel F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family weekend

The house is beautiful and spacious. We enjoyed the house and the yard, very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashear B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely reunion at the House at Climbers Run

We six women gathered here for a 50th reunion of college friends from Penn State. The house is lovely, spacious, clean, and well-equipped. We really enjoyed the beautiful farm, and the fresh eggs. I think our only regret was that we hadn't planned to stay longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Virginia H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house!

We had a great stay here- looks just like the pictures. Lots of space inside the house to spread out, and the kids had a lot of fun in the creek and roaming outside. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John C., North Wales, PA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great weekend with the family

Great central location for myself and my two son's family. The weekend was all about the kids, going to Dutch Wonderland one day and the Turkey Hill Experience on the other. Our hosts were friendly with great communication. The property was beautiful and well maintained with plenty of land to roam The house was clean with room for all. Great weekend. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stone House Getaway

Such a beautiful property! I would rate it 10 stars if possible. The stone house is located in the countryside not far from Lancaster and is beautifully restored and decorated with an homage to its history. The vibe is welcoming/ and the decor inspires comfort and relaxation with calm colors, plush fabrics and pillows, and very comfy beds. Our 8 year old especially enjoyed the sleigh bed. There were multiple seating areas to allow for family gathering or individual quiet moments. The host anticipated any possible needs and surprised us with an Amish shoofly pie, chocolate moon pies. and the makings for s'moors. The property overlooks a neighboring Amish farm and contains 2 streams for exploring as well as a firepit for evening relaxation. And let's not forget the chickens! The coops were strategically placed for optimal viewing from the windows, and we had great fun watching their antics and feeding them. We were also surprised to find a dozen of their eggs in the refrigerator...had a delicious breakfast the next morning! The host, Amanda, was very responsive and provided an immediate solution when we had a date change. Our age range was 8 - 70, and we all thoroughly our stay at the stone house and hope to return again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

lauren j.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect house!

We had such an amazing stay at your home Amanda! It was so spacious, clean and not far from town. From the moment we arrived we felt welcome with the treats and the Prosecco you left for us, and also just for the “homey” feel in the house! Thank you for everything! We would love to stay again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful experience

Amanda was such a wonderful host! We will forever appreciate that she jumped in to accomodate us after our original booking fell through at the last minute. The home is SO beautiful, SO cozy, SO spacious with wonderful common spaces including a back patio which was the perfect place to hang with friends & unwind with an adult beverage while watching the horses and cows on the neighboring farm and 2 kitchens! Most importantly we were traveling with another family and there were enough bedrooms AND bathrooms to accomodate everyone. Amanda thought of everything to make us all feel welcome and at home. In addition, she was always quick to respond if we had questions. Just an all around wonderful experience. A+++++
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kay P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing property!

The home is very historical and immaculately clean! The decorative touches are just perfect and the hosts are very sweet and helpful. Our Bible study group of 8 stayed and had the best time. We sat out under the covered porch in the evening and watched the lightening storm swoop across the property. The beds were all extremely comfortable. The basement family room sat us all while we played games and was just so cozy. Property is within 10 min of grocery store and the kitchen is stocked with everything imaginable. The chickens were fun to watch and benefited from our breakfast leftovers.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike P.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Special Place

This is a beautiful, historic property in a very special part of the country. The amenities and grounds were all as described and first rate. We definitely recommend to anyone planning a stay in the area, or anyone just looking to get away from it all.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yitzchok S.

Liked: Cleanliness

yitzchok S

The house at Climber's Run is a historical treasure and is maintained so beautifully. We had such a wonderful time! My kids loved feeding the chickens, and getting to eat their eggs, walking through the creek and roasting marshmallows on the fire pit. The grounds and house are both absolutely stunning. We so appreciated all the toys and games for the children. The bedrooms are all tastefully decorated in a charming and cozy way. Amanda and Brandon are wonderful hostesses. This house is worth a trip from anywhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful country getaway

We loved our time at Climber's Run. The house was a great fit for our weekend with extended family and the outdoor space was magical for the kids. They played in the stream, visited the chickens and roasted marshmallows on the fire pit. Amanda was a wonderful host, very responsive and helpful when we had questions. We look forward to returning soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

Liked: Cleanliness

July sight and Sound Trip

Great host that gave thought of everything, great location and everything was as advertised and more!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

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