Romantic Private English Village
- Minimum stay:2 nights
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:No
- Wheel chair accessible:No
Most Romantic Getaway:
Situated on one of Bucks County's most fabled properties in the historic hamlet of Phillips' Mill,PA and just 1 1/2 miles from downtown New Hope, PA. sits this private Medieval English village. Renowned architect, painter, wood worker, and iron worker, Morgan Colt built this extraordinary village at the turn of the 20th century to be his residence.
Located in the middle of this medieval village is your romantic one bedroom Gothic cottage. As you walk through the village, you'll feel as though you've stepped back in time and you're now in England 900 years ago. The Gothic Cottage has a Living Room, Bedroom with skylight (all fresh bed linnens are provided for you), full Kitchen (small) with Spanish tile (kitchen is stocked with all pots, pans and cooking utensils and coffee for the Kurig coffee maker. Full Bathroom that comes complete with fresh towels... for your stay.
Relax And Enjoy: Step down into the sunken Italian garden and enjoy a glass of wine while you watch the sun set. This area has loads of great restaurants, art galleries, antique stores, live music , theater and cabarets, boat rides, old steam engine train rides... See our other rental cottage: www.vrbo.com/356847
Relax and enjoy a glass of your favorit wine in the sunken Italian garden: Four large ornate stone pedestals were imported from a palace in Italy by Morgan Colt in the early 1900's and barged up the canal to Colt's residence where they have been standing at each corner of the sunken Itanian garden for the last 100 years.
If you don't feel like cooking dinner, just walk out your door, down the cast-stone walkway, through the beautiful garden courtyards and through the large Medieval iron gates, where you will come upon The Inn at Phillip's Mill, also built by Morgan Colt and arguably 'the most romantic restaurant in all of Bucks County' (For weekend dining, you must call ahead for reservations. Note: Once you have booked your stay at The Gothic Cottage, we will provide you with an information packet about your stay that will also contain the restaurant's reservation phone number.
Secluded Yet So Close To So Much: This is a great location aprox 1 &1/2 miles north of downtown New Hope, and Lambertville which are famous for their numerous fine art galleries, museums, wineries, great shopping destinations, antique stores, polo, great restaurants, boat rides, walking trails, bike trails, live music and live theater at the famous Bucks County Playhouse...
Another high point of staying here is that the village sits on the banks of the beautiful Delaware Canal which gives you instant access to the canal towpath where you can walk, or ride your bikes (1 mile) to historic downtown New Hope, PA, Lambertville or Stockton, NJ. The Gothic Cottage has private off-street parking and is available all year round so you can make this your new home away from home.
The Gothic Cottage is perfect for weekend getaways, week long vacations or temporary lodging and can comfortably accommodate two people. Extended stays, include weekly house cleaning services.
Unique Benefits of this Cottage:: If you don’t feel like cooking dinner, just walk out your door, down the cast-stone walkway, through the beautiful private garden courtyards and Medieval iron gates, where you will come upon The Inn at Phillip’s Mill, also built by Morgan Colt and arguably “the most romantic' restaurant in all of Bucks County. Friday thru Sunday, you should call ahead for reservations and its BYOB.
Once you have booked your stay at the Gothic Cottage, we will provide you with an information packet about your stay that will also contain the restaurant’s reservation phone number.
Property Type
- Cottage
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Meals
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Suitability
- Long-Term Renters Welcome
- Wheelchair Inaccessible
- Not Suitable For Children
- Pets Not Allowed
- Low Allergen Environment
- Alternative Lifestyle
Bedrooms
- 1 Bedrooms, Sleeps 2
- Bedroom 1
- 1 queen
Bathrooms
- 1.0 Bathrooms
- Full 1
- toilet, shower
Other Amenities
Entertainment
- CD Player
- Television
- Radio
- Satellite / Cable
- Books
Theme
- Historic
- Romantic
Attractions
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Churches
- Restaurants
- Botanical Garden
- Winery Tours
- Synagogues
- Autumn Foliage
- Live Theater
- Museums
- Forests
- Coin Laundry
- Caves
- Library
- Cinemas
Car
- Recommended
Leisure Activities
- Sight Seeing
- Outlet Shopping
- Horseback Riding
- Scenic Drives
- Miniature Golf
- Photography
- Shopping
- Walking
- Sledding
- Bird Watching
- Wildlife Viewing
- Antiquing
local services and businesses
- Fitness Center
- Laundromat
- ATM/Bank
- Medical Services
- Hospital
- Massage Therapist
- Groceries
Location Type
- River
- Village
- Town
- Waterfront
- Rural
sports and adventure activities
- Rafting
- Cross Country Skiing
- Jet Skiing
- Tennis
- Fly Fishing
- Golf
- Water Skiing
- Swimming
- Water Tubing
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Hiking
- Equestrian Events
- Fishing
- Freshwater Fishing
- Cycling
catering options
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Dining
- Dining Room
forms of payment
- Accept Credit Card
General
- Local Restaurant Guide
- Bottled Water
- Parking
- Paper Towels
- Internet
- Air Conditioning
- Basic Soaps
- Local Maps
- Linens Provided
- Wireless Internet
- Parking Off Street
- Towels Provided
- Toilet Paper
Kitchen
- Catering Available
- Mini Refrigerator
- 4 Ring Stove
- Coffee Maker
- Cooking Utensils
- Kitchen
- Freezer
- Refrigerator
- Pantry Items
- Oven
- Stove
Outside
- Canoe
- Lawn / Garden
- Walkway To Water
- Wood Deck
- Deck / Patio
- Patio
- Outdoor Grill
Payment Type
- Visa
- Dinersclub
- Amex
- Discover
- Mastercard
Reviews
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A perfect stay
A perfect stay
- Guest mk
- Date of stay 05/03/13
- Review Submitted 05/13/13
Thank you to our wonderful hosts for providing such an enchanting place to stay. It was hard to leave the cottage and its beautifully peaceful surroundings to take advantage of the local shops, restaurants, bike trails and other attractions. We loved everything about the weekend and would recommend it to anyone. The pictures didn't do it justice! And they certainly don't convey the incredible sense of local history you get when staying there. Thanks again.Recommended for: Sightseeing, age 55+, romantic getaway.
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Wonderful Stay!
Wonderful Stay!
- Guest Mush
- Date of stay 10/22/12
- Review Submitted 10/28/12
Had a comfortable, accommodating stay at the cottage. There is so much to see and do in New Hope and the surrounding area...shopping, art, fabulous scenery, history, great restaurants, etc. etc. Our host and hostess were wonderful...personable and full of interesting stories about the area that will make your stay that much better.Recommended for: Sightseeing, age 55+, romantic getaway.
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A Great Place to Stay
A Great Place to Stay
- Guest Marie K.
- Date of stay 08/02/12
- Review Submitted 08/07/12
Our friends stayed in one cottage and my husband and I in the other. They were both very clean and well-appointed. The tiny village had loads of charm. Our hosts, Eleanor and Kurt were extremely friendly and helpful. New Hope was very close by. We had a lovely stay and would highly recommend this rental.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 4/4
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Great Weekend Away!
Great Weekend Away!
- Guest Sally
- Date of stay 07/21/12
- Review Submitted 07/26/12
-cottages were better than expected: clean, tidy, with everything we needed for a relaxed weekend away! -hosts met us and showed us around and were available for any questions -property is a hidden gem!Recommended for: Tourists without a car, romantic getaway.
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Fairytale Setting
Fairytale Setting
- Guest Jannette & Joel
- Date of stay 07/05/12
- Review Submitted 07/16/12
We were so impressed when we first saw the cottage and the little village that surrounds it. It was well tucked away so no one could find us, as if we had stepped into a storybook. The gardens were beautiful, the area was extremely quiet and afforded us the perfect weekend away from it all. The cottage was well equipped and extremely clean, it was a great value. We were able to ride our bikes along the canal path, which was extremely accessible, and were a stone's throw from the towns of New Hope and Lambertville. The owners were extremely helpful in getting us settled and clued us in on the Friday night fireworks that happen in the summertime (quite a nice display!). This was a perfect romantic getaway, we didn't want to leave.Recommended for: Sightseeing, age 55+, romantic getaway.
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Enchanting 10 day stay
Enchanting 10 day stay
- Guest Eunice J.
- Date of stay 06/05/12
- Review Submitted 06/28/12
From the moment we rounded the corner and walked into the beautiful cluster of cottages we felt like we had entered a fairytale setting. The cottage was charming, clean and so thoughtfully put together that we had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable and truly enjoyable. The gardens were beautiful and the evenings with the torches lit were romantic and enchanting. Eleanor and Kurt are outstanding hosts. Not only did they ensure we had everything we needed, they were a joy to get to know. Even though we could have prepared our own dinners, the close proximity to Lambertville and New Hope and the great restaurants in these towns provided us the opportunity to experience an outstanding, varied cuisine. In some instances we got take-out to eat in the gardens outside our cottage. There is so much to do in the area, and yet, we were drawn back to the cottage, the gardens, the birds and a place where relaxation was truly possible. Thank you, Eleanor and Kurt.Owner response: Thank you for your very kind words. That was very thoughtful of you. We so enjoyed having you here and getting to know you also. Please let us know where you finally settle down. In the mean time, have a wonderful Summer. All the best, Kurt and Eleanor
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Relaxing
Relaxing
- Guest Relaxed
- Date of stay 05/25/12
- Review Submitted 05/28/12
We arrived on May 25th greeted by Kurt and his beautiful mother Eleanor. A tour of the of grounds and the aroma of blossoming honeysuckle set the tone for our weekend of romance and reconnection. Friday evening was spent in the bustling town of New Hope. We enjoyed microbrews at Triumph, shopping, a band along the river and a fantastic display of fireworks over the Delaware river. Saturday morning we ventured to Lovin from the Oven in Frenchtown. My husband the "anti-organic vegetable meat eater" stated it was the best breakfast ever. He had an open-face egg sandwich with a tomato slice that tasted fresh from the garden. I enjoyed the quiche and fruit salad. The restaurant was quaint, wholesome, and reviving. Next stop was the Old York Cellars winery in Ringoes. Knowledgable and friendly staff enticed us to enjoy several white wines and of course purchases. Shopping at the Stockton Farmers Market proved to be a treasure...fresh asparagus, kale, radishes, breads and cheese! Lambertville Station provided a lunch that could not be surpassed. As the storms rolled in, we enjoyed a blissful nap under the skylights in the cottage. A trip to Buck's County can not be complete without a shopping excursion at the Peddlers Village. We enjoyed a classy dinner at Earl's. History abounds in the area shared by Pennsylvania and New Jersey! We enjoyed sitting in the gardens at Gothic Cottage taking in the sights and sounds. You will not be disappointed by renting this delighttful historic cottage!Recommended for: Sightseeing, romantic getaway.
Owner response: Thank you. We love to hear about your stay. Now in July, the honeysuckle is still blooming! Hope to see you again soon. Have a great Summer, Kurt
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One of a Kind - Spectacular Setting
One of a Kind - Spectacular Setting
- Guest Peter W.
- Date of stay 04/20/12
- Review Submitted 04/25/12
We were looking for a special place for a relaxing weekend to celebrate our 31st anniversary, and the Gothic Cottage was absolutely perfect. The setting is serene, the hosts are gracious and very knowledgeable about the surrounding area and their recommendations for restaurants, places to visit, etc. were spot on. We had a lovely weekend biking along the Delaware River, visiting art shows, poking around quaint towns, and dining at terrific restaurants. As VRBO owners ourselves, we fully appreciate the care the owners take in maintaining a very special property and experience for their guests. We will be back with friends.Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway.
Owner response: Thank you both for being such perfect guests. That means a lot. All the best, Kurt
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Perfect Gothic Cottage Romantic Escape
Perfect Gothic Cottage Romantic Escape
- Guest wendyphilly
- Date of stay 10/08/11
- Review Submitted 10/11/11
This place was just as wonderful as all of the reviews promise. The photos do not do the place justice. It was a very cozy, small cottage, but perfect for our family of 2 adults, and a small infant. The kitchen was simple, but worked for cooking basic breakfasts. We appreciated the Keurig coffee maker in the morning, with k-cups provided by the gracious hosts! We took lovely walks along the canal path and enjoyed the beginnings of the Fall foliage. The owners went out of their way to make us feel comfortable. We cannot wait to return and recommend the place highly.Recommended for: Romantic getaway.
Owner response: Thank you Wendy, you are always welcome. Kurt
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Cozy Cottage
Cozy Cottage
- Guest clovergurl1487
- Date of stay 09/22/11
- Review Submitted 09/25/11
What a beautiful place to spend a 30th anniversary weekend. Kurt and Eleanor were the perfect hosts that willingly gave of themselves to whatever you needed. They were very quick to help in any way they could, providing us with information on places to visit and all the good places to eat. The village itself was small and very naturally elegant and very charming. Access to the bike path was right there and would take you to whichever little town you wanted to check out and explore. Thank you for your efforts Eleanor and Kurt for making "your little village" a special place to visit!Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway, girls getaway.
Owner response: Thank you Ed, you are welcome here anytime. Kurt
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Rates
| Dates | Nightly | Wknd Night | Weekend | Weekly | Monthly * | Event |
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| Base Rate 2 night min stay |
$175 | $1000 | $3500 | |||
Additional information about rental rates
If you are making a reservation and your arrival date is less than 30 days away, then you will be billed 100% at time of reservation.
If you are making a reservation and your arrival date is more that 30 days away, you will have a 50% deposit due at time of making your reservation and the balance due 30 days prior to your arrival. We do take credit cards. and we notify you by email for payment.
Additional Fees and Taxes:
We don't raise our rates on weekends or holidays, so our rates are alway the same. We do have a two night minimum stay due to the cost of cleaning and prepairing the cottage for each new guest.
We have a 6% sales tax and a 3% lodging tax totaling 9%
We also have a one time $49 accidental damage insurance fee to cover any accidental damages to our cottage up to $1500. There are no other fees.
This owner accepts: Credit cards.
Call the owner directly to confirm reservation details and pay with an approved method (credit card, check, or bank transfer), to protect your payment up to $1,000.
Location
Owner info
Year Purchased: 1995
Why the Owner Chose New Hope:
This property originally belonged to my husband's grandfather, Dr. George Morley Marshall who thought it such a beautiful countryside to paint that he called his boyhood friend and artist, William Lathrop and sold a portion of the property to Lathrop, thus began the School of Pennsylavania Impressionists here in the New Hope/ Phillips' Mill area. Soon after, Lathrop sold a few acres to Morgan Colt. who was a well known architect, painter, woodworker, and iron worker. Morgan Colt then began building this extrodinary little English Village to be his residence. We purchased this property in 1995 and in 2010 decided to make two of the cottages available to rent on VRBO (Gothic Cottage) seen here and (Herringbone Cottage) also listed on VRBO. Please ask for our brochure which has photos and discription of both of our rental Cottages here.
Contact us
- Primary: +1 (908) 244-0567 (New Jersey, USA)
- Secondary: +1 215 262-1222 (Pennsylvania, USA)
- Click Here to see All My Rental Listings
Photos
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This is the Gothic Cottage.
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Bedroom w/ queen-size bed, sky-light and veiw of garden patio.
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Seen here - another charming veiw of another English cottage in the village.
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Walking through the little village you will see many beautiful gardens.
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Walkway from Gothic Cottage through village
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2nd Medieval Gate enterance to restaurant from Gothic Cottage.
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Evening veiw of the main gate as you go to the restaurant.
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One of the many great Gothic doors you'll see as you walk through the village.
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Another veiw as you're walking along the village walkway.
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Cannal Bridge located at Rear of English Village. You will see many of these.
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The canal is great for walking or riding bikes. There are no cars allowed !
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Livingroom w/ cable TV, WiFi, and airconditioning. Very comfortable sofa.
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Another beautiful cottage you'll see walking though our little English village.
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Your garden patio w.charcoal grill when you feel like dining or relaxing outdo.
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Another view from the sunken Italian garden.
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Village walkway which takes you to the romantic restaurant through the iron gate
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One of the private homes you will see on your way to the restaurant for dinner.
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Most romantic restaurant conveniently located here in the village.
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Another example of the many Gothic doors you'll see in the village.
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One of the other private dwellings in the village.
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Seen here is a party barge being pulled up the canal tow-path.
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Bike trails located right here. Miles of great bike trails.
