Main Line. Amazing House (1736),Tennis, Outdoor Weddings 2010. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 235884

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Location: Philadelphia, Philadelphia & Its Countryside, Pennsylvania, USA (Wayne, min.fr King of Prussia, Valley Forge,15 miles Philad)

Accommodations:  Stone House, 4 Bedrooms, 3.25 Baths (Sleeps 8)

A house suitable for George Washington's mistress.

Historic MAIN LINE Pennsylvania four story stone house dated 1736. 9 sweeping acres of lawns, a tennis court, swimming pool,(Memorial Day to Labor Day. Not heated.) 4 air conditioned double bedrooms, 3 1/2 bathrooms. Indoor/outdoor dining, fireflies and a chorus of early bird song. Fully equipped kitchen, three working fireplaces, charm and comfort.
15 miles from downtown Philadelphia.

High Season: rate $475/day - $3000/week. 8 people/4 bedrooms
Low season rate: $275/day - $1900/week


High Season:May 1 - Sept 30
Dec 16 - Jan 5
Low Season: Oct 1 - Dec 15
Jan 6 - April 30
ALL HOLIDAYS ARE HIGH SEASON

Letter of reference:

Last summer, I had the enormous pleasure of spending a week at your home in Pennsylvania.

It was a couple of hours from NY to Radnor, but it did not take half that long to take the trip I really wanted - which was from the hyper frenzy of Today to the gentle pace of Yesterday. Thank you for the gift!

Plumb Nilly and its 9 landscaped acres is, on first impression, quite imposing. I felt as if I should have been wearing a bonnet, and been escorted in by Mr. Darcy. But as soon as I stepped through the lintels of the front door, I know I arrived in my own novel, and it would be more romantic than anything Ms. Austen could have written.

It is lovely that you have kept all the rooms in pristine shape, as authentic as today's comforts require. The shine of the floors, and the girth of the beams, the pewter vases of wildflowers and the furniture faithful to that era of 1800 -- all the living rooms were so much appreciated. But it was my bedroom, with the handsome linens, and charming desk, and well appointed art that took my breath away. It was magic to draw away the airy white curtains and look out on the great pasture. Can you imagine when I saw the family of 9 deer, from stag to does to fawns, grazing peacefully at twilight?

We cooked in that well provisioned kitchen, inspired to produce feasts both wondrous and simple. We supped in the dining room, all candlesticks a blaze, but we also breakfasted or lunched in the side garden, al fresco, enjoying the birdsong, the herb garden, pots of red geraniums, the views to the pool house. Reading a book, lazing in the sun by the pool, walking the trails in the woods by the running brook -- the house made each of these activities amazing.

But most of all, dear Etan, I will remember the evening we were drawn to the lawn by a faint clicking sound. It was there that we saw from the tops of the trees to the grasses we stood in, a million fireflies courting. It was as if the stars had been pulled down from the skies!! No wonder they believed in fairies. If I hadn't before, I do now. Who else would have created such a miracle? C.Tabora 2009

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• Amenities
  • Air Conditioning: all bedrooms air conditioned
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Linens Provided
  • Off Street Parking: On property.
  • Wood Fireplace: 3 working fireplaces
• Beds
  • King Bed
  • Queen Bed
  • Twin/Single Bed: 2 bedrooms with each 2 beds, sharing one bathroom
• Entertainment
  • Cable/Satellite TV
  • DVD
  • VCR
  • Video Library
  • CD Player
  • Music Library
  • Private Pool: Pool open between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Not heated.
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen
  • Cooking Utensils Provided
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Catering Available: Neighbor does small catering by request.
• Outdoor Features
  • Charcoal BBQ Grill
  • Deck/Patio
• View/Location
  • Golf Course View
• Communications
  • Telephone
  • Broadband Internet
  • WiFi (Wireless Internet)
• Suitability
  • No Pets Allowed
  • Smoking Not Allowed
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Zoo/Wildlife Park
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Biking
  • Hiking
  • Fitness Center/Gym
  • Health/Beauty Spa
  • Antiquing
  • Cinemas/Movie Theaters
  • Live Theatre
  • Museums

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Three day minimum rental.
HIGH Season: $475/day. $3000/week. $9000/month
Dec 16 - Jan 5.  May 1 - Sept 30.
LOW Season:  $275/day. $1900/week. $6000/month
Oct 1 - Dec 15.  Jan 6 - April 30.
ALL HOLIDAYS ARE HIGH SEASON
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Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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• 11/02/09
  Positive Rating
  Philip , Baltimore, Maryland
  • Excellant accomadations and peaceful setting. Located near Valley Forge, Philadelphia and other sites of interest. All systems are in excellant condition and the fire places work well with an excellant supply of wood. The fall was a perfect season for us to enjoy the foliage on walks or drives and when all else failed just hang out in the many interesting and comfortable rooms. Definitely will recommend to others.
    
    Homeowner Response:
    Thank you Philip for your kind words. It was really my pleasure to have you visit Plumb Nilly. I do hope you will return at some point. It is great to meet lovely people like your family and have you enjoy the house I treasure so much.
• 06/15/09
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  Anmie , Langhorne, PA
  • Dearest Etan! Thank you very much for allowing us to lease Plumb Nuilly for three weeks during the Christmas season! As you know my husband is undergoing treatment for cancer here in the United States. It meant so much to us that the children could come from all over Asia to be one family during the season in your wonderful home. We felt so privileged to live in a 200 year old house, that is at the same time fitted with all the modern conveniences that we are all so used to! Your whole house exudes the graciousness of your spirit... a factor that makes all the rooms feel so inviting and warm!... PLUS... your well appointed kitchen allowed us to prepare our Christmas Eve and Christmas Day repast with no problems. And even if the winter was raging outside, your home was home to all of us... and we felt safe and comforted! Christmas 2008 in Plumb Nuilly will always be remembered! With love and gratitude, Anmie
    
    Homeowner Response:
    Dear Anmie, It was MY pleasure to have your wonderful family in the house.Happy and loving people create a good karma in our lives. Thank you.
• 05/04/09
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  Lori Pennay , New York, NY
  • Thank you for the wonderful and magical stay at Plum Nilly! We felt like we were walking back in time, with the amazing historic accomodations, wonderful candlelit indoor and outdoor dinners, and the beautiful landscape, complete with a family of deer that provided our outdoor evening entertainment every night! Your home and the area offered so many adventures--from swimming, to tennis, to great walks and runs in our own private woods and the adjacent golf course, to fantastic shopping minutes away in the charming downtown and at the King of Prussia mall. What a tremenous way to so conveniently escape from the city, enjoy all the ammenities you want in a timeless historic setting, and experience endless activities both on the property and only minutes away!

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