Location: Lancaster, Dutch Country, Pennsylvania, USA (5 Minutes Lancaster, 30-Hershey & HBG, 1 mile to Route 283) View Map
Accommodations: Farmhouse, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps 6-12)
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 also 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, 2 full size Futon sofa/beds in the den, and a queen air mattress if you need more sleeping space.
We will meet you upon arrival with a packet of 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
- Linens Provided
- 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 (2) : 2 Full size Futon sofa/beds in the den
- Crib: Pack-N-Play for infants
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- 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
- Deck/Patio: Patio furniture in back yard
- Communications
- Telephone: For incoming and local calls only.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): computer desk and chair
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: Approved on an individual basis.
- Kid Friendly: Children will enjoy the covered sandbox and tire swing and lots of room to run.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Biking
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Rock Climbing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Racquetball
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Miniature golf
- Hot Air Ballooning
- 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)
$125/night (1-2 Adults) .. $750/week .. $2500/month
Add'l persons 17 years old and over $25/night (Under 17 years old-free)
Negotiated Extended stays May be available for business or vacation
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 3 weeks prior to arrival
For day retreats, call for rates
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Comfortable Farmhouse, Large Yard, Orchard, Sleeps 6-12!
Year Purchased: 2006
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
- vonHottenstein Homestead - Lancaster Farmhouse near Biking and Hiking trails
- - Lancaster Farmhouse near Biking and Hiking trails
- - Lancaster Farmhouse near Biking and Hiking trails
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From the Guestbook- We enjoyed staying in your home. We had fun on the tire swing! We loved HersheyPark and the lake at Mt. Gretna.
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From the Guestbook-Thank you for opening your home to our family. The children really enjoyed swinging on the tire. We also appreciated your hospitality. You and your husband are wonderful people. Thank you!
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From the Guestbook- Thank you for sharing your wonderful home with us. The tire swing was the "bomb"- the kids really enjoyed!
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From the Guestbook- We enjoyed our time. The firefly display was spectacular each night. Thank You!
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From the Guestbook- We had a wonderful time. Very comfortable and felt right at home.
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From the Guestbook- Thanks for sharing the family home with our family while we were visiting. Especially loved all the games, fireflies, fireworks, and baby skunks!
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From the Guestbook- We had a great time in PA! The kids had a blast on the tire swing, in the pool & with the toys. The house was just what we needed for our large group-two families. Thanks for the private tour of the capitol. We definitely enjoyed our first-ever trip to the Dutch Country. Thank you for being such gracious hosts!
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From the Guestbook- We had a wonderful time! Very roomy and comfortable! Thanks for being such great hosts!
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From the Guestbook- We had a wonderful time, from the pleasant weather to the tour of the house across the street. We especially enjoyed using the solar clothes dryer, what a treat! Thanks for your hospitality and especially for the breakfast starter kit. (yum! yum!)
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From the Guestbook- We had a wonderful stay at your home. The children had so much fun with all the great toys! Thank you very much.