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Interior
Exterior
6 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Dining
Smart TV, fireplace, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms4 bathrooms4000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Oil City, PA
  • Place, Allegheny River
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Samuel Justus Recreation Trail
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Oil City Library
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Franklin, PA (FKL-Venango Regional)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Oil City

This vacation home places you next to Oil Region National Heritage Area and within a 5-minute walk of Allegheny River. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Allegheny River - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Samuel Justus Recreation Trail - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Oil City Library - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Venango Museum of Art, Science and Industry - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Grove City Premium Outlets - 46 min drive - 48.3 miles

Getting around

  • Franklin, PA (FKL-Venango Regional) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Billys - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Scierkas Tavern - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Oil City Moose Club - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Double Play Sports Bar - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Victorian River Trail Retreat - Williams House

Journey back in time in the immaculately preserved 1885 Victorian home of F.D. Williams, President of Rockefeller’s National Transit Company a block off the Allegheny River. A 6 bedroom boutique retreat with luxury mattresses, full amenities, cozy fireplaces, intricate woodwork & stained-glass windows with a fenced-in garden w/stone fireplace & pond where you can relax with morning coffee or after cycling or paddling along the river. A perfect venue for couples, families & groups.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3.5 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 6 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

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

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 4,000 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Place all towels in washer, load with soap and start on normal setting at checkout.
Please strip all beds of sheets and place on the floor at checkout
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Renters MUST pay ADVANCE per head event charge to property host for attendees of events held anywhere on the property. Please inquire before booking

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Advance Per head event fee paid to property host

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 40
Note from host: Advance Per head event fee paid to property host
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
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: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

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.
  • 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.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 40.
  • Note from host: Advance Per head event fee paid to property host
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.
  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home in Oil City is within a 10-minute walk of Allegheny River, Oil City Library, and Samuel Justus Recreation Trail. You'll also find Venango Museum of Art, Science and Industry and Waltonian Park within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Victorian River Trail Retreat - Williams House?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

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

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

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

What amenities will couples enjoy at Victorian River Trail Retreat - Williams House?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this vacation home include a fireplace, a smart TV, and a kitchen.

Does Victorian River Trail Retreat - Williams House have a hot tub?

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

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

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

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does Victorian River Trail Retreat - Williams House have connecting rooms available?

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

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Franklin, PA (FKL-Venango Regional), which is 11.1 mi away (18 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Victorian River Trail Retreat - Williams House?

Yes, every house at Victorian River Trail Retreat - Williams House comes with a patio.

Victorian River Trail Retreat - Williams House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Keena W.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a wonderful experience to step back in time to an authentic Victorian home with museum quality antiques alongside modern amenities. It provided a wonderful respite for our family while attending a funeral. Andrew was phenomenal to work with and is an excellent host. He provides an abundance of information on the area and truly promotes Oil City and the region. We're looking forward to returning again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kelly L., Wappingers Falls, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Very large home with more than enough room for our large family to prepare and rest. The kitchen was very functional. The dining room had space for us all to sit and chat together. Our excellent host was super responsive when we had questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michele A.

Liked: Cleanliness
It’s a beautiful house with a great location. We will look to come backs when we visit the area in future for sure
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria W.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Williams House was perfectly clean when we got there and the bedrooms were all beautiful and comfortable. We enjoyed having plenty of space for our large family and appreciated Andrew setting out a pack n’ play and high chair for our youngest to use. The kids loved feeding the fish in the fish pond! The host was incredibly helpful and we felt fully at home during our stay. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had just an exceptional stay at the Williams House. Property is perfectly situated in Oil City. The rooms were clean and warm. And the host displayed incredible hospitality and a dedication to traditional American values. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house is very pretty. It has plenty of space for a big family. We came from Florida for a wedding. The property manager was kind enough to let us check in early. He was very kind and helpful. The outside space was very relaxing. My grandson enjoyed feeding the fish. We felt right at home. Every room has a king size bed. Very clean. Super find!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Perry R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Williams House Review

Nicest private home we have ever stayed in. Tastefully restored elegant Victorian home with all modern amenities. Historical connection to the region helps make it even more special. Private large garden and patio area is lovely. We only used three of the six bedrooms most which have very comfortable king sized beds. Great place for larger groups to stay and relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shauna R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful historical house. Very clean and comfortable. The bedrooms are large and have tv’s. Walking distance to the river and restaurants. The owner was very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful holiday weekend

This property is amazing. The host was extremely accommodating and the house was perfect. We needed somewhere to get together as a family for Easter and this property was exactly what we needed. We had an Easter egg hunt in the back patio area and Easter dinner at the huge dining room table. We could not have asked for a better experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025