Romantic Cottage in 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 sits this Medieval Gothic English village. Renowned architect, painter, wood worker, and iron worker, Morgan Colt built this extraordinary medieval 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 Herringbone Cottage (maximum occupancy 2). 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 Herringbone Cottage has a studio layout with the bedroom area at one end of the cottage and the livingroom/diningroom area at the other. Off of that space, there is a separate, galley Kitchen and full Bathroom.
( If you are traveling with friends and need an additional bedroom you can also rent 'Gothic Cottage' (VRBO Listing: #323886 ) which is just a short walk further down the village walkway (same rate as Herringbone Cottage). Please ask us to email you our information booklet which has more photos and all details on both our English cottages and the New Hope, Pa. area.
Relax And Enjoy: Step down into the sunken Italian garden and enjoy a glass of wine while you watch the sun set. 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 garden for the last 100 years.
If you like to walk, jog or ride your bicycles, you will really enjoy having instant access to the canal tow-path that runs along side the canal and aprox 1 mile into downtown New Hope, PA and Lambertville as well as Stockton, NJ. known for the Stockton Inn where Rogers and Hart wrote the song, 'There's a Small Hotel with a Wishing Well', and where all of Hollywood used to hang out during the 30's, 40's and 50's. We also have very popular bike routes and bike trails that take you all along the canals and the very English looking countryside. Bike rentals are available in New Hope.
Nearby we have 8 wineries, great wine shops, many great art galleries and 3 museums, (two castles), the fabulous outdoor Sculpture Garden in Princeton, NJ, great anique shops, two great Flea Markets, fabulous restaurants all over the area, This area of Bucks County is famous for its English looking countryside and historic sites.
If you like shopping, you will love Pedler's Village. This little shopping village was built to look like an old Colonial Village with brick walkways, beautiful gardens with waterfalls and 80 unique shops of all kinds dotted along the meandering brick walkways.
If you don’t feel like cooking dinner, just walk out your cottage door, down the cast-stone walkway where horse-drawn cariages used come through the beautiful 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 county restaurant in all of Bucks County” (For weekend dining, you should call ahead for reservations. Note: There are three things to remember. The Inn is Evening dining only, and its a 'Bring Your Own Bottle' and the don't take credit cards but do take cash or personal checks. Once you have booked your stay at The Herringbone Cottage, we will provide you with an information packet about your stay that will also contain the restaurant’s reservation phone number.
By car, we are located aprox 1 & 1/2 miles north of downtown New Hope, and Lambertville which are famous for their numerous fine art galleries, antique stores, great restaurants, live music and theater. If walking on the canal into New Hope, we are just 1 mile from town.
Our property sits on the banks of the beautiful Delaware Canal which gives you quick 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 Herringbone Cottage has off-street parking and is available all year round so you can make this your new home-away-from-home. We do not raise our rates on weekends so its the same rate all week.
The Herringbone Cottage is perfect for weekend getaways, week long vacations or temporary lodging and can comfortably accommodate two people. For extended stays of two or more weeks, weekly house cleaning services are included.
Keywords: Charming, Romantic
Property Type
- Cottage
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Meals
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Suitability
- Pets Not Allowed
- Alternative Lifestyle
Bedrooms
- 1 Bedrooms, Sleeps 2, Beds for 2
- Bedroom 1
- Queen size Beds (1) Sleep-number bed.
Bathrooms
- 1.0 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1
Kitchen & Dining
- Catering Available
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Cooking Utensils
Amenities
- Linens Provided
Entertainment
- Stereo
- CD Player
- Satellite / Cable
Communications
- Wireless Internet
Outdoor Features
- Outdoor Grill
Location & View
Activities
- Cinemas
- Tennis
- Swimming
- Hunting
- Water Skiing
- Golf
- Kayaking
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Jet Skiing
- Hiking
- Rafting
- Cross Country Skiing
- Fitness Center
- Shopping
- Miniature Golf
- Sledding
- Sight Seeing
- Boating
- Antiquing
- Horseback Riding
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Restaurants
- Live Theater
- Museums
- Cycling
- Fishing
Reviews
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Perfect Birthday Getaway
Perfect Birthday Getaway
- Guest Sheldon B.
- Date of stay 02/09/13
- Review Submitted 02/11/13
My wife and I decided to drive up from Washington, DC to celebrate her birthday and we were not dissapointed at all! The snow on the ground in this little village made it a wonderfully romantic weekend getaway. Our host, Kurt, was extremely helpful and kind, which made the stay all the more enjoyable. We plan on returning in the summer/fall to experience the village during another season. If you are looking to get away from it all in a cozy hideaway, this is the place for you. Clean, comfortable, delightful!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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We did not want to leave.
We did not want to leave.
- Guest Rae
- Date of stay 12/31/12
- Review Submitted 01/02/13
What a charming, clean, quiet, and cozy cottage! We were sure it would be wonderful, but it exceeded our expectations. We spent two nights here to celebrate our recent engagement and the New Year. Kurt is beyond helpful and accommodating, and he obviously takes a lot of pride in the property and the area. We enjoyed strolling along the canal towpath (the views of the Delaware River are beautiful) and browsing the shops in New Hope (a very short drive from the cottage). There was plenty of storage space within the cottage for our clothing, toiletries, and food. We lacked for nothing. The coffee maker was set up for us, there were CDs for us to enjoy, and the sleep number bed was a treat. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!! We shall return!Recommended for: Romantic getaway.
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English Cottage #2
English Cottage #2
- Guest Chip
- Date of stay 08/20/12
- Review Submitted 09/04/12
Very cozy cottage. Just as the ad says, you feel as if you are in a little English village. Convenient to town, lovely bike trails, restaurants and shops. Would highly recommend.Recommended for: Romantic getaway, age 55+.
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Amazing!!
Amazing!!
- Guest Anonymous
- Date of stay 07/15/12
- Review Submitted 07/24/12
Loved every minute of it! A perfect little retreat. Kurt and Eleanor are so lovely and accommodating. The cottage was quaint, but VERY nice. The gardens and property are absolutely stunning. We loved getting to use the grill as well! Will definitely be back :)Recommended for: Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+.
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Relaxing retreat
Relaxing retreat
- Guest Australia
- Date of stay 06/23/12
- Review Submitted 07/07/12
Excellent hosts and a very relaxing place to stay. Loved having a shady outdoor sitting area. Internet coverage a little patchy. Great place to walk the towpaths on the Delaware canal.Recommended for: Romantic getaway, girls getaway, sightseeing, age 55+.
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Charming, Cozy and Comfortable Cottage
Charming, Cozy and Comfortable Cottage
- Guest Bouchacs
- Date of stay 03/30/12
- Review Submitted 04/02/12
All of the rave reviews and photos we looked at before arriving did not disappoint! A perfect refuge tucked away just north of New Hope, we felt as if we were in another world… it reminded us very much like being in one of the small, rural villages in the French countryside. The drizzle of rain one morning didn’t stop us from exploring the grounds and surrounding area, including the Stockton Farmers Market where we found all sorts of local fare like specialty cheeses and organic meats that we nibbled on back at the cottage. That night, we enjoyed dinner at the Inn – and being able to walk the short path “home” after drinking a bunch of wine with our delicious “French Country” meal. The next day we appreciated the late checkout which enabled us to spend part of the day experiencing “downtown” New Hope. We were delighted with Kurt and Eleanor - our gracious and accommodating hosts. If you prefer staying in sterile, homogenous hotels – this is not the place for you. The Gothic Village is full of character, charm and real hospitality which is a rare find these days.Recommended for: Romantic getaway, age 55+.
Owner response: Thank you Lani. We enjoyed getting to know you both while you were here. Hope to see you again soon, all the best, Kurt
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Awesome!
Awesome!
- Guest Lior L.
- Date of stay 12/02/11
- Review Submitted 12/19/11
My gf and I had a great stay! Kurt was great about check in and check out times, the apartment is clean, comfortable, and convenient location, organization was perfect. I recommend to everyone this apartment. Thanks a lot Kurt!!Recommended for: Romantic getaway, adventure seekers.
Owner response: You are very welcome! ;-) Kurt
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Beautiful, Romantic, and Charming
Beautiful, Romantic, and Charming
- Guest Aimee
- Date of stay 07/22/11
- Review Submitted 08/28/11
We stayed at this beautiful and charming cottage for a long weekend getaway. Such a romantic setting, the old cottage was so charming but, as another reviewer said, feels like you are staying in a 5 star hotel. The owners were wonderful and so accommodating. They gave us booklets of suggestions of where to eat for each time of day, sights to see, and took the time to give us the entire history of the village. I not only recommend others to stay here if they will be in the New Hope area but I will definitely be booking it again in near future. Thank you for a wonderful time!Recommended for: Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+.
Owner response: You are so welcome Aimee, Kurt
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Very Nice Setting for Getaway
Very Nice Setting for Getaway
- Guest kd
- Date of stay 07/30/11
- Review Submitted 08/02/11
This is very nice little cottage that I would highly recommend to any one visiting the New Hope Area. The cottage and grounds are nicely kept, and the Hosts were very charming and accommodating. We had a wonderful time walking the path to visit New Hope and Lambertville with all the little shops and places to dine. The cottage is ideal for a couple on a getaway escape.Recommended for: Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+.
Owner response: Thank you Kevin, Kurt
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New Hope Cottaeg
New Hope Cottaeg
- Guest Michael
- Date of stay 07/01/11
- Review Submitted 07/07/11
This is a unique and beautiful property. Though it is a "cottage" from the early 1900s, it has all the amenities and is as well appointed as a luxury hotel room. Clean, comfortable, and very quiet, it is also perfectly located, close to all the galleries, antique stores, restaurants, and covered bridges in New Hope, Lambertville, and Frenchtown. Also, The Inn at Phillips Mill, one of New Hope's most romantic – and delicious – restaurants, is a short and lovely stroll from the cottage. It was very nice to return from a day of activities to the pristine serenity of this property. The owners are extremely warm and welcoming, and are there to help with any questions you might have. Highly recommended.Recommended for: Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+.
Owner response: Thank you Michael. It was a pleasure meeting you. 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 Fees and Taxes:
There is a 6% sales tax & a 3% lodging tax = 9%
We have replaced our $250 refundable damage deposit with a small $39 accidental damage insurance fee which covers the cottage against accidental damage of up to $1500. There are no additional costs.
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.
Owner info
Year Purchased: 1995
Contact us
- Primary: 908-244-0567
- Secondary: (908) 244-0567 (New Jersey, USA)
- Tertiary: 215-262-1222
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Photos
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This is Herringbone Cottage - Your charming one bedroom cozy little getaway.
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Located just seconds from your door, the canal is great for walking & biking.
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Seen here is a party barge being pulled by mules up the canal past our village.
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Bedroom area with queen size Sleep-number bed that you adjust to your firmness.
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Bathroom is charming and complete with fresh towels for your stay.
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Walking through the village you see Private homes like this one. (Not for rent)
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Another view as you walk through our little village.
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Medieval Iron Gate located at restaurant adjoining the English Village.
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The "village" walkway that meanders through the property.
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Your Herringbone Cottage's front door.
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View of the gardens in the courtyard.
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Winter, Spring, Summer or Fall, our English village is a storybook setting.
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Walking along the canal you will see many beautiful bridges like this one.
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Cottage has a state-of-the-art airconditioner/heater, Cable TV & WiFi.
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Kitchen with all new appliances; New 4 burner Stove, Microwave,Refrig,...
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Brick garden patio where you can relax & even cook on the BBQ.
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Herringbone Cottage is the brick Tudor cottage in the background.
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Another private home you will see as you walk thru the village.
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Evening veiw of gate to restaurant.
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Torch-lit walkways.
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Here is the commom courtyard area where you can relax and enjoy the garden views
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Another veiw of the village walkway.
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