Location: Lancaster, Dutch Country, Pennsylvania, USA (5 Minutes Lancaster, 30-Hershey & HBG, 1 mile to Route 283) View Map
Accommodations: Farmhouse, 3 Bedrooms + Den, 2 Baths (Sleeps 6-10)
Keywords: Farmhouse
The VonHottenstein Homestead is on a 26 acre farm that has been in our family since our immigrants bought the land in 1770. After a recent renovation and modernization while maintaining our rich historical roots, we now invite our guests to enjoy this beautiful farmhouse and included spacious lawns. You can sit on the front porch and watch the world go by and the farmers working their fields, or you can enjoy the quietness of the back yard, the orchard, gardens and fields. Best of all, you have the freedom and spaciousness of your “home” away from home. There are many Amish farms in the neighborhood, and Amish Tourist areas are close by. If you are attending a meeting or convention nearby, bring the family and just relax and spend time together. If you are relocating and want a "home" instead of hotel room or apartment until you find your own home, call or email us for special rates. Our homestead is also an excellent place for your Small Group Retreat or Ladies Get-Away with a large meeting room and smaller breakaway rooms.
The kitchen is equipped with a toaster, coffee maker, tea maker and blender. The cupboards and refrigerator are stocked with breakfast items such as milk, OJ, coffee, cereal, bread, salt, pepper, sugar, creamer, etc.-enough to get you started. An iron and ironing board are also available. There are many great restaurants in the area if you don't want to cook, or you can have pizza delivered.
Bedroom #1 has a queen bed, bedroom #2 has a double bed and bedroom #3 has 2 twin beds. We also have 2 single mattresses, a full size Futon sofa/bed in the den, and a queen air mattress if you need more sleeping space.
We will meet you upon arrival with the keys and information on the area; and can answer any questions you may have. We look forward to sharing our heritage with you and your family and making your stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : window units
- Linens Provided
- Washer
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Beds
- Queen Bed : Also a queen air mattress if needed
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed (2) : Also 2 extra twin mattresses
- Convertible Bed : Full size Futon sofa/bed in the den
- Child Bed
- Crib : Pack-N-Play for infants
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- TV (No Cable/Satellite) : hooked to VCR
- VCR
- Video Library : some family friendly movies are available
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Has a stovetop and 2 full size wall ovens
- Cooking Utensils Provided : includes serving dishes, dinner plates, bowls, silverware, glasses and coffee mugs, can opener, colander, cutting board, etc.
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill : Available in summer
- Deck/Patio : Patio furniture in back yard in summer, small patio in back and porch in front of house.
- Communications
- Telephone : For incoming and local calls only.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : computer desk and chair
- Other Amenities
- Call for availability in March.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : Approved on an individual basis.
- Kid Friendly : Children will enjoy the tire swing, trees to climb and lots of room to run.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : Must be 25 years old or older. If younger and married, please call us for exception.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Biking
- Fishing
- Racquetball
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Other Activities
- Numerous farm stands and farm markets in the immediate neighborhood, 5 minutes to Hempfield Soccer Fields, Manheim Auto Auction, Heritage Biking Trail, and Rail Trail for biking and hiking; 30 minutes or less to Harrisburg, York, Hershey, Lititz, Millersville, Lebanon, Amish Tourist Area. And Historic Downtown Lancaster and Central Market is only 15 minutes away.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$150/night (1-2 Adults) .. $850/week .. $2500/month April thru December
Add'l persons 18 years old and over $25/night (Under 18 years old-free)
Cleaning Fees: $75 per rental
All rates subject to 6% PA sales tax and 1.1% Lancaster County Hotel tax
Pets $100 security deposit and $10/night per pet
Deposit $250 to confirm, and full payment 4 weeks prior to arrival
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Comfortable Farmhouse, Large Yard, Orchard, Sleeps 6-10!
Why the Owner Chose Lancaster
The property has been handed down for seven generations since the immigrant bought it in 1770. We are privileged to care for the land and pass it on to our children. The farm is in the Lancaster County Farmland Preserve, so it will forever be a farm to be enjoyed by all who visit.
Mother and Dad enjoyed sharing their home with guests, and in remembrance of them, we want to continue to make this a place where all feel welcome and at home during their stay.
The Unique Benefits at this Farmhouse
The location of the farmhouse is convenient to many popular tourist areas, but at the same time, it is a great place to just relax and spend time reconnecting with family and friends in comfortable, spacious, and peaceful surroundings.
Family Outdoor Amusement Park. A Zoo and Museum are nearby, as well as Outlets.
One of the most beautiful Capitol buildings in the world. The rotunda is patterned after St. Peters Basilica in Rome. Several great museums, an IMAX theater, and baseball stadium are all in walking
A local farm market with fresh fruits, vegetables, as well as hot soups and sandwiches, wraps, lunch meats, cheeses,salads, drinks, baked goods and desserts. Located on the farm, and beside Turkey Hil
The oldest continually used market house in the US. Open Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturday morning.
Open Tuesdays all year. A great place where local farmers bring their produce, meats, and anything else you can think of to sell to the public. There is also a flee market across the street.
A non-denominational church with contemporary worship and bible based teaching. All are welcome! Dress casual. Children and Youth programs. Saturday- 4:30pm & 6:30pm Sunday- 9am & 11am.
Owner's Map of Lancaster
Our children and grandchildren loved to visit great grandma and great grandpa, run in the big yard, help in the garden and pick apples n the orchard. After an extensive renovation, we are happy to share the farmhouse with other families. Joe restores antique European Motorcycles, and Joyce is a Professional Travel Consultant in addition to doing the bookkeeping, caring for the farm and farmhouse , and together we escort small group tours to Europe. We especially enjoy spending time with our children and grandchildren, as well as hiking and reading in our spare time.
Property Photos
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- vonHottenstein Homestead - Lancaster Farmhouse near Biking and Hiking trails
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- - Lancaster Farmhouse near Biking and Hiking trails
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- - Lancaster Farmhouse near Biking and Hiking trails
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- The Tire Swing is a favorite!
Traveler Reviews (29)
Felt like Home!
Guest: Steph
(Fredericksburg, VA)
Date of Stay: 12/21/11
Review Submitted: 01/04/12
We stayed in the farmhouse for a week and it was very comfortable and clean. All the amenities we needed were there - including toys, a pack & play and highchair for our young boys. The farmhouse is close to all the area attractions. Our stay was very relaxing and we hated to leave when the week was up.
Owner response:Our goal is to provide a comfortable and relaxing home away from home for families.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, pet owners, families with teenagers.
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Guest: Andy
(Chadbourn,NC)
Date of Stay: 11/17/11
Review Submitted: 11/25/11
The house was like walking back in time 30 years ago! At first I was unclear about my feeling of the over all appearence of this home. After a good nights rest. I woke to find myself spellbound by this home. It was as if "time had stop!" I fell in love with the charm and warmth of the house. I noticed a picture of an eldery woman sitting at a sewing machine. Hanging in the kitchen. Right away, I knew this had to be her home. I honestly had a feeling of welcoming in "her home." In no time at all, the daily stress of the 21st century disapeared. If for a weekend or a month. Anyone wanting to excape the reality of the real world. This is the perfect place! HONESTLY: the only reason I did not rate this house as a 5 star (EXCELLENT) Was the very large open window in the Dinning area of the house. With the home being so close to the road. It would have allowed for more privacy from the outside world at night. It left me feeling a bit like a "fish in a bowl." The lace panels around the back door was beautiful. You might try something like that in the Dinning area. For anyone that reads this post. Simply go into your visit with an open mind and heart. After a day or so, you will understand for yourself. How there is something about this farmhouse. It opens it's self up. Welcomes you to sit, rest, and enjoy the romanice it has to offer! Thank you for opening your family home up to my family! The saddest part of our visit was when it was time to leave. -asn
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, pet owners, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.
Guest: Ann
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Date of Stay: 12/30/10
Review Submitted: 01/22/11
Thank you so much for your hospitality in sharing your beautiful home with us! Our family fell in love with this awesome place..... Beautiful country and nostalgia reminiscent of childhood days at grandparents house! We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and hope to revisit in the future.
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Guest: H & B
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Date of Stay: 10/03/10
Review Submitted: 01/22/11
Thank you so much for sharing this beautiful farmhouse with us. It has been a truly restful vacation. The location is perfect. The Landisview Market is truly a place where you can get anything. The homemade soups were excellent for cool nights(the steaks were excellent as well.) You were very thoughtful with the welcoming staples so we didn't have to go straight out for supplies. The farmhouse has all the modern conveniences without losing the old charm. Watching the equipment work the farms was not only entertaining, but educational as well. They sure have it down to a science. We will definitely be back for another vacation. We will also spread the word that this is the place to stay. Thank you both so much for sharing this farmhouse and keeping it "as is" for future generations to enjoy.
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Guest: L & B
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Date of Stay: 08/27/10
Review Submitted: 01/22/11
This was a perfect vacation home for a family with 2 toddlers, a baby & grandparents. Not only is the house charming, clean & well-maintained, but loaded with all the necessities-including toys, books, toddler bed, & high chairs! We were also happy to see the stocked kitchen, plentiful linens & towels-not to mention the perfect location in the center of it all. We never traveled more than 20 min. to see every Amish location & the farm view from every window was amazing! Thank you for everything-we will be back again, next time in the fall!
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Guest: P & H
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Date of Stay: 08/18/10
Review Submitted: 01/22/11
We had a wonderful time! This house is perfectly located for the places we wanted to see. The toys and videos were a great plus for the kids. We slept well at night when we finally did get "home".The food you welcomed us with was a great touch. Keep up your great job at hospitality. Thanks for making our vacation more comfortable.
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Guest: Tracy
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Date of Stay: 07/17/10
Review Submitted: 01/22/11
What a fabulous three weeks! Our family has been so blessed to be able to take some down time and be together in this wonderful house. The Hottensteins' have been truly amazing! We will pass the word all around Texas about this fabulous find.
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Guest: Jacob
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Date of Stay: 06/06/10
Review Submitted: 01/22/11
Thank you so much for sharing your farmhouse with our family. This was the perfect place to gather for a family vacation. The farmhouse was large and comfortable and located in the middle of beautiful farm country. The Hottenstein's are wonderful hosts. This was our best family vacation ever.
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Guest: V & R families
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Date of Stay: 05/16/10
Review Submitted: 01/22/11
Wonderful weekend- wonderful house- perfect for our family's graduation celebration. Close to F&M and so after our daughters' graduation, everyone descended upon your perfect farm! Plenty of room, younger generation enjoyed the swing, trees & yard! Thank You!
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Guest: John & Judy
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Date of Stay: 04/25/10
Review Submitted: 01/22/11
Thank You so much for helping us arrange our family reunion. Your home was perfect and the location ideal. We had a great time and only wish we could have stayed longer.
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