Location: Lancaster, Dutch Country, Pennsylvania, USA (1116 Narvon Rd, Narvon, PA, 30 min east of Lancaster) View Map
Accommodations: Farmhouse, 4 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 1 Bath (Sleeps 8-9)
Keywords: Historic Stone House
Need to get away from it all? Drive down a quarter mile lane to your own private, restored 200+ year old stone home on ten acres of absolute seclusion. Surrounded by farm fields and woods, there are no signs of neighbors, yet the property is within short driving distance to shopping, attractions, hiking and so much more.
Fantastic location for a romantic rendezvous to relax with your honey on the front porch to listen to the birds in the morning or the crickets in the evening.
Also the perfect place to bring the whole family to play on our huge cedar play set with 7' slide, rock wall, tire swing, fire pole and more. There is a sand box under the shade of a huge magnolia tree and a basketball court/net as well. We have a full-size crib for those of you bringing smaller children.
The property is large enough if you are looking for a location to host a family reunion, small wedding, or other outdoor get-together. The court area is perfect for setting up a large tent. Contacts for local tent rental, equipment rental, BBQ caterers available upon request.
Two minutes from Historic Poole Forge, a 24-acre Township Park with pavilion, picnic tables, playground and a 150 year old authentic covered bridge that you can still drive through. Also two minutes from Money Rocks, a County park that has a short 30 minute hike to a mountain-top scenic overlook of the farm valley below.
Ten minutes from grocery shopping, thirty minutes from retail outlet shopping, Dutch Wonderland (discount coupons available), Amish attractions, Historic Strasburg where you can ride a real steam engine.
Appreciate the craftsmen that built this farmhouse with 18" thick solid stone walls with only their hand tools and hard work. The home retains its original random width hardwood floors throughout and a unique hand-carved banister.
Whether you're planning a full vacation of Lancaster County tourism or you're coming to enjoy the peaceful relaxation of the beautiful countryside, this is the home away from home for you.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Wood Fireplace (2)
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2)
- Double Bed
- Bunk Bed
- Crib
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (2) : HDTV in living room and master bedroom
- DVD
- CD Player (2)
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : coffee maker, blender, toaster, microwave
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio : Front covered porch and open back patio with knee wall
- Communications
- Telephone
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- The property has complete privacy. Huge cedar play set with swings, slide, rock wall, rope ladder, and fire pole suitable for kids of all ages. Large paved area the size of a tennis court with a basketball net (basketball provided). 6' x 6' sandbox under the shade of a huge magnolia tree.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly : Kids love the playset, the sandbox, and the basketball court!
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Shopping
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Other Activities
- 20 minutes to Intercourse PA and PA Dutch Tourism, 30 minutes to shopping at either Lancaster Outlets or Reading Outlets, 30 minutes to Dutch Wonderland, American Music Theater, 1.5 hours to Hershey Park, 2 minutes to Historic Poole Forge local park/playground, countless farm stands, hot air balloon rides
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Peak, Mid-May-Mid-Sep .. $285/night or $1900/week
Off-Peak, Mid-Sep-Mid-May ...... $250/night or $1680/week
Additional $25 per person, per night above normal occupancy
We hope to accommodate - please call or e-mail for special requests.
We accept credit cards.
$300 security deposit. 6% sales tax. Security deposit returned within 14 days
of departure if no damages occur and no linens are missing.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
1790 Fieldstone Farmhouse on 10 Acres of Peace and Quiet
Year Purchased: 2001
Why the Owner Chose Lancaster
I grew up in this house and we bought it from my parents and restored it. We lived in it for a few years before deciding to rent it out as a vacation rental because we loved the property and house and didn't want to sell it. The only reason we moved out is because we bought another 200+ year old stone home just five minutes away that we are currently restoring.
The area is perfect for relaxing and enjoying the peace and quiet of the countryside, strolling through local parks, watching horse and buggies go by, visiting the numerous historic districts, museums and various Amish and Pennsylvania Dutch attractions in Lancaster County. The property itself is the perfect getaway from hectic lives - you might not want to leave!
The Unique Benefits at this Farmhouse
The house itself is truly unique being built with hand tools and hard work over 200 years ago! The cedar playset is a definite bonus and we had it designed/built so that adults could enjoy it too, so it's that much more fun to play with the kids! We love listening to the spring peepers in the evenings during the spring, the crickets in the summer and the birds any time of year - you can't beat that from your front porch!
Take a short walk (30 min) through the woods to the top of a scenic overlook with great views of the countryside. http://www.co.lancaster.pa.us/parks/lib/parks/MoneyRock12.pdf
Grocery store that is locally famous! Great selection and super prices. People travel far to shop here and you're only ~10 minutes away! Get whoopie pies, shoo-fly pie, apple fritters, and other local favorites. CLOSED SUNDAYS http://www.shady-maple.com/farm-market
Housewares, dry goods, sporting goods, old fashioned toys, farm toys, clothing, and just about anything! CLOSED SUNDAYS http://www.goodsstores.com/
Great place for the whole family - an enormous selection. CLOSED SUNDAYS http://www.shady-maple.com/smorgasbord
Local Italian restaurant/pizza shop for eating in or taking out. (717) 354-4025
This hidden playground is great for kids of any age. Follow the road back along the creek to a large pavillion for a picnic while the kids play.
This covered bridge is 150 years old and you can still drive through it. Great place to take photographs.
This township-owned park is run by a group of volunteers. Great place for a picnic. www.historicpooleforge.org
Open M-Sat 9:30-3:30 Easter through October http://www.padutchcountry.com/members/Amish_Mennonite_Information_Center.asp (610) 286-9870
Excellent food in the restaurant and a separate bar area that generally has live music on weekends. http://www.bistroon10.com/
Take a ride through the beautiful countryside on a real steam train! http://www.strasburgrailroad.com/
Amusement Park geared towards younger children. http://www.dutchwonderland.com/
Owner's Map of Lancaster
I grew up in Lancaster County and in this house! I moved away after college and getting married, but returned to the area after having children and spent a year restoring the farmhouse. My husband and I like to restore old homes and we are currently working on a historic inn in Churchtown, PA.
Property Photos
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- Your private country escape - Narvon Vacation House near Dutch Country.
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- Springtime view looking down the lane as it exits the property - Narvon Vacation House near Dutch Country.
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- View from the front porch in the fall - Narvon Vacation House near Dutch Country.
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- Dining Room
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- Living room with HDTV
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- Master Bedroom
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- Reflection of bunk beds in floor to ceiling mirror and view into hallway
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- Cedar Playset for kids (and their parents) of all ages
Traveler Reviews (21)
Great, peaceful getaway
Guest: Linda
(Roanoke, VA)
Date of Stay: 11/23/11
Review Submitted: 11/29/11
Beautiful old home. We had a wonderful time and the kids enjoyed the outdoor space!!! It was also very clean and well-stocked!!! I would have loved working fireplaces, but all in all it was wonderful. We will definitely be back!!!
Recommended for:Families with young children.
Weekend in Lancester
Guest: Kash
(NYC)
Date of Stay: 06/17/11
Review Submitted: 06/20/11
We had a fantastic weekend in June here. Goergeous weather, lots of things to do nearby and a great host, Sharon. Your emails get answerd faster than your broker and she is so helpful is suggesting things to do nearby. The home is rustic, but with all modern amenities. Bose player (plus in your iPhone Pandora and its a party), WiFi, cable TV, etc. Great BBQ machine at the back. Lots of towels and wonderful linens. The lawn was so well manicured. There are kids toys, tennis racquets, balls, in the shed. They have 2 picnic tables and a great play-area for kids. It is all good. One suggestion is to add a washer/dryer so we can stay the whole week and pack less. Will stay again for sure.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, families with young children, sightseeing, age 55+.
Wonderful Vacation Home
Guest: Ralph
(Long Island, NY)
Date of Stay: 10/30/10
Review Submitted: 11/08/10
My family and I just recently returned from our 3 night stay at this house, and it exceeded our expectations. The house is at the end of a long country drive, tucked away out of view. A friend we have living just down the road for years didn't even know it was there! The house had beautiful rustic charm, yet all the creature comforts you'd expect. It was clean, neat, and comfortable. The ample dining room is great for large families, and the living room was very comfortable. Old wide plank flooring is found throughout, and I really liked that all 4 bedrooms are in close proximity to one another, so the kids were always nearby. The house was plenty warm, and there were more than enough dishes, linens, housewares, etc, even for my large family. It would have been nice to have a washer/dryer, but all the old house character was more than a worthy trade-off. The owners were terrific to deal with and very accomadating. I received quick responses to all my emails. A very nice touch was the reading material and area information that the owners had at the house. The land around the house was just breathtaking. If you have young children, it's a dream. There's a great playground set, as well as a huge open field that must be several acres. There's also an oversized basketball court to play on, and a very quaint area off to the side with a fire pit and rustic seating. We have T-mobile for our cell service and were not able to get any reception at all. Fortunately, the house has a wi-fi connection, so we were able to email our friends in the area to make plans. I highly recommend this home for a getaway, and hope to be back soon myself! You won't be disappointed!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, families with young children, sightseeing.
A Fabulous Family Getaway
Guest: arg
(Falls Church, VA)
Date of Stay: 09/24/10
Review Submitted: 10/01/10
My family stayed at the farmhouse recently and had an amazing time. It was so nice to be able to return to this incredible house in a beautiful peaceful setting after braving the crowds at Hershey Park and Dutch Wonderland. We all looked forwarding to coming back to the house at the end of the day. The property is great for kids - the playset and the property in general are just perfect for getting the kids to burn some of their energy. This is definitely the way to go if you visit Lancaster County --- especially with kids. I look forward to returning here.
Recommended for:Families with young children.
Wonderful, relaxing stay
Guest: Tracy
(Brooklyn, NY)
Date of Stay: 08/14/10
Review Submitted: 08/26/10
My family enjoyed a nice week away from the city at the farmhouse. My boys (1 and 4) loved playing in the huge front yard, on the swing set, and in the sand box. My husband and I loved going out to shoot hoops on the basketball court at night. The house has beautiful historical details, but is very comfortable with all the modern conveniences. The location feels remote while you're there, but it's a short drive to lots of attractions around Lancaster County. Thanks for a lovely getaway!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, families with young children, sightseeing.
Summer Time In the Country
Guest: Phillybound
(Baton Rouge, LA)
Date of Stay: 08/07/10
Review Submitted: 08/14/10
Our family throughly enjoyed our week stay at the farmhouse. We used it has a "homebase" for day trips to Intercourse, Strausburg, Gettysburg, Hershey, Philadelphia, and Seasame Place. The accomadations were excellent with comfortable beds for everyone and plenty of room for the family to spread out. Our 2 year old was thrilled with the playset and finding out that he could pick an apple from the apple tree in the evenings. There was no better way to enjoy Lancaster County than to live like the locals for a few days. After a 20 hour drive from Baton Rouge, LA... the farmhouse was incredibly inviting. I would recommend this for families with small children or for adults looking to getaway from it all. Grab a glass of wine from the local winery and some home cheese and enjoy a lovely evening on the front porch watching the deer and bunnies!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, families with young children, sightseeing.
Great place for quietness and child friendly
Guest: Josh
(Surry, Maine, US)
Date of Stay: 06/21/10
Review Submitted: 07/07/10
My family (four kids under five) stayed at the home for a week. The kids loved the big yard and swingset. We were happy to have such seclusion and not worry about kids and traffic. WIth special diet children it was nice to have a clean functional kitchen and eating space. Very quiet and clean, mornings were great with the birds and even the bunnies (kids are not faster then bunnies). Location is perfect to see all the attractions in the area or just to relax. We will stay here again and recommend it to anyone especially families. Josh, Tammy, Noah, Isaiah, Abigail, Luke and Aunt Mercy
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, adventure seekers, families with young children, sightseeing, age 55+.
Canadian Invasion!
Guest: canuck realtor (+ wife and 4 kids)
(Fenwick, Ontario)
Date of Stay: 06/03/10
Review Submitted: 06/12/10
Our family of 6 thoroughly enjoyed our 4 day getaway. The drive through the mountains and valleys from Southern Ontario was scenic and often breath-taking. We visited Bird-in-Hand & Strasburg, attended the Sight & Sound production of "Joseph" (fabulous!), took several leisurely drives through the absolutely beautiful Lancaster County area, met some charming Amish people, attended the World War II Weekend at Reading Airport (spectacular!), had our fill at the Shady Maple Smorgasbord, did some geocaching (www.geocaching.com for info), and visited some yard sales. In between all this, we enjoyed some wonderful family times at the Stone Farmhouse. What a great experience for all of us, to have an opportunity to live in a 200+ year old stone home, and yet enjoy all the modern amenities one could require. Family game night in the huge dining room was great, and we also got lots of quiet reading done. The natural peacefulness of the setting is perfect for a stress-free vacation or re-energizing weekend. Thanks Sharon & family for a much needed, thoroughly wonderful stay!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, families with young children, sightseeing.
gorgeous house and grounds - something for everyone!
Guest: Maurabobora
( West Virginia)
Date of Stay: 05/28/10
Review Submitted: 06/02/10
We loved our stay at the farmhouse. We had lots of young children who enjoyed running around the grounds and the awesome playset. We enjoyed sitting on the front porch, grilling on the back porch, and just taking in the peace and quiet and imagining all the history of the home. Everything we could have possibly needed was there (e.g. kitchen utensils, pots, pans, towels, hair dryer) and the house was immaculate. We will definitely be back!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, romantic getaway, families with young children, sightseeing, age 55+.
A peaceful getaway!
Guest: KristenJ
(Eldersburg, Md)
Date of Stay: 03/26/10
Review Submitted: 03/30/10
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this wonderful farmhouse! The property is great and our children loved running around and playing on the playset. Such a quiet, peaceful get away (and a step back in time)...a lovely vacation from our busy life. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us!
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