Here's the Cottage in winter under a blanket of newly fallen snow.
Location: Yardley, Bucks County, Philadelphia & Its Countryside, Pennsylvania, USA (New Hope 13 miles; Phila 30 miles; NYC 1.25 hours by train.) View Map
Accommodations: Cottage, 1 Bedroom + Other (See Description), 1 Bath (Sleeps 4)
Keywords: cottage, carriage house, romantic getaway, writer's retreat, vacation home
Your very own, completely private, Colonial Williamsburg-style Cottage in Bucks County on the Delaware River is just 13 miles south of New Hope and Lambertville and 25 minutes from Princeton. New York City is a little over an hour away by train. Philadelphia is about 30 minutes by car, or you can take a commuter train from Yardley.
Built by Robert Johnson, a renowned Bucks County cabinetmaker, and furnished with 18th-century reproduction furniture and Oriental rugs, the Cottage is ideal for weeklong vacations, weekend getaways, writer's retreats, house-hunting visits, or temporary lodging for relocated executives. As many of our guests have said, this is the perfect place to unwind.
The Cottage is quite comfortable for two people. But it also works for a family with two children, or three friends who don't mind sharing a bathroom.
The living space in the Cottage is all on one floor. There's a wonderful corner fireplace in the living room with raised paneling and a custom-built mantel. The eat-in kitchen is small, but quite serviceable. We've equipped it with everything our guests need to make basic meals and snacks.
The main bedroom is furnished with a queen-size canopy bed, and the "tavern room" off the kitchen provides extra sleeping space, with a twin bed and pop-up trundle. We also have a portable Graco crib and child's booster seat that we can have set up and ready for those traveling with an infant or toddler.
The Cottage shares a 3.5-acre riverfront property with our 200-year-old farmhouse. That's where we live and write our books (over 60 titles on a wide range of topics). Most of our books have taught people how to tap into the incredible power of the online world -- starting in 1982! So, of course, the Cottage offers high-speed Internet access (wireless and cable).
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THINGS TO DO...
• Visit historic sites such as the Washington Crossing Museum, the Old Barracks in Trenton, and Pennsbury Manor, William Penn's reconstructed home and farm.
• There are lots of award-winning restaurants in historic buildings up and down the river and canal. Most encourage you to bring your own wine or spirits.
• Local farms let you "pick-your-own" berries and apples, and of course, fresh sweet corn, tomatoes, and other home-grown veggies are available from local farm stands, in season. You can kayak, fish, or boat on the Delaware River. (An absolutely fantastic fresh fish market is just a mile down the road. They will gut and filet your choice while you wait.)
• Princeton, the Princeton battlefield, Nassau Hall, and other sites are only minutes away. (Don't miss the Princeton University Art Museum -- a truly impressive collection, wonderfully presented -- and the "Orange Key" tour of "the best old place of all!")
• For a more kid-friendly experience, Sesame Place is just 10 minutes away. Or you can rent a rowboat, kayak, or paddleboat at Core Creek Park and enjoy the natural surroundings of Lake Luxembourg. If you're feeling especially adventurous, you can drive north about 45 minutes to Point Pleasant and "River Country" for tubing, canoeing, kayaking, and rafting. (The company's buses pick you up at the down-river destination and drive you back to your car.)
• For woodland walks and non-stressful hiking, there is Tyler Park in Newtown and the Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve on River Road just south of New Hope.
• And speaking of New Hope, it's a great place to stroll and to "people-watch." But you can also take a ride on a mule barge that regularly traverses the canal or board the New Hope-Ivyland Railroad, with a classic steam locomotive. ("Put a penny on the track...and when you get back...boy, will it be flat!")
• And don't miss Lambertville, the town directly across the river from New Hope. Art galleries, antique shops, great restaurants, the Golden Nugget flea market just down the road... Lambertville is well worth the walk across the New Hope-Lambertville bridge.
PLANNING YOUR VISIT...
Need help planning your Bucks County getaway? For "insider advice" on memorable restaurants and things to do in our area, check Jim Flynn's BestWeekends website. Just go to the site (bestweekends "dot" com) and click on "New Hope/Lambertville" in the Country Weekends section. Jim's recommendations are spot on!
There really is no place like our "Bucks County Cottage on the Delaware." Come visit us soon!
Available year-round. No smoking and no pets, please.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Central air conditioning.
- Linens Provided : High-quality 600-threadcount sheets, fluffy white towels, two terrycloth bathrobes.
- Washer
- Dryer
- Off Street Parking : The Cottage has its own driveway with parking for two cars.
- Wood Fireplace : Generous supply of split logs provided during the fall and winter months.
- Beds
- Queen Bed : Brand new for 2012! The Cottage bedroom is now furnished with a romantic queen-size canopy bed with a luxurious top-quality Shifman mattress and box springs. Also 600-thread-count sheets and a matelasse bedspread. There's a dresser and shelf space to store your things, and a small closet with an ample supply of sturdy wooden hangers and two terrycloth bathrobes.
- Twin/Single Bed (2) : The Tavern Room, a small room between the kitchen and the front hall, provides extra sleeping space, with a twin bed and pop-up trundle. We don't call this a bedroom, because it doesn't have doors you can close or a closet. There's a full-length curtain in each of the two doorways that can be closed for privacy. And there are three large drawers in this room that can be used to store clothing.
- Crib : For guests traveling with a small child, we have a portable Graco crib that we can set up in the Tavern Room.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : TV with VCR/DVD Player in Living Room. TV with VCR/DVD player and Stereo Speaker System in Main Bedroom.
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Small eat-in kitchen with refrigerator/freezer, electric four-burner stove, sink, dishwasher, microwave, coffeemaker, blender, and toaster. Calphalon cookware. Spode 'Queen's Bird' china. Glassware and cutlery.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio : Al fresco dining for two at the French bistro table on the back terrace. English garden bench and table in the back yard.
- View/Location
- Water View : From the Cottage's Living Room and Tavern Room windows, you'll enjoy views of the Delaware River, the longest undammed river east of the Mississippi and part of the "National Wild and Scenic River System." The riverbank is quite steep in front of the Cottage, and protected by a guardrail, but there are boat launch areas within a mile or so both north and south of the property.
- Communications
- Telephone : Telephone for making local calls, plus telephone answering machine.
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Fishing
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Rafting
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Other Activities
- Shopping and antiquing in New Hope and Lambertville. Hiking, biking, and birding. Fabulous Bucks County restaurants. Rafting and tubing on the Delaware River. Tours of historic Washington Crossing Park, Bowman's Tower, Bucks County Winery, Michener Museum, and Henry Mercer's eclecticly built and furnished Fonthill estate (1908) in Doylestown. Spend an afternoon in Princeton: Picnic components can be bought at the shops on Witherspoon and Nassau streets, then pick a place on campus to have your lunch. Visit Cottage Club on Prospect Street, where Scott Fitzgerald set a scene from *This Side of Paradise*, stop in at Firestone Library, and don't miss the University Chapel, with its magnificent stained glass windows. Built in the 1920s, the Chapel is considered one of the great masterpieces of American Gothic architecture.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
WEEKLY .......... $1100/week for 2 guests. Add $50 each for 3rd & 4th guests.
NIGHTLY .. $195/night for 2 guests (3-night min). Add $15 for 3rd & 4th guests.
**NOTE: Longer minimum stay may be required for holidays & summer/fall months.
OTHER CHARGES: 9% Tax (for Visits < 30 Days), $300 Refundable Damage Deposit.
DEPOSIT/CANCELLATION: 50% deposit to confirm reservation. Balance 30 days prior to
arrival, at which point rental fee is nonrefundable unless we are able to rebook
dates you had reserved. We recommend InsureMyTrip for trip cancellation insurance.
MAX NUMBER OF GUESTS: 4 (including children). Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Romantic Getaway Cottage: Antiquing and Fine Dining Nearby!
Year Purchased: 1987
Why the Owner Chose Yardley
Every location has its charms, but we have always been particularly charmed by Bucks County, PA. Historic sites, homes, and public buildings dating from the late 1600s on; the Delaware River, teeming with wildlife; the mule-barge canals with their towpath bike trails; European-style restaurants located in old inns; and easy access to New York and Philadelphia by train. Under the circumstances, how could we *not* have ended up buying a 200-year old Bucks County farmhouse on the Delaware River, complete with a rented bungalow, which we later turned into a vacation-rental cottage that we love sharing with guests from around the world.
The Unique Benefits at this Cottage
It's like staying at one of Bucks County's legendary inns and B&Bs, except that you have the whole house to yourself. So you can sleep as late as you please, fix your own breakfast in the well-equipped kitchen, and come and go from your own private driveway. You can spend your days relaxing in the living room with views of the Delaware River and a crackling fire in the woodburning fireplace. Or sit outside on the English Garden Bench with a glass of wine and a good book. When you're ready to venture out, just head north on River Road to Yardley (2 miles) and New Hope/Lambertville (13 miles).
Owner's Map of Yardley
We're Alfred & Emily Glossbrenner, authors of over 60 commercially-published books with combined sales of over a million copies. Our most recent title is "How to Make Your Vacation Property Work for You," the very first book ever published on the subject of do-it-yourself vacation rentals. We've also created a membership site called FullyBookedRentals ('fullybookedrentals dot com") that's well on its way to becoming the "Consumer Reports" for VR owners.
Property Photos
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- Here's the Cottage in winter under a blanket of newly fallen snow. - Bucks County/New Hope, PA - Pennsylvania Vacation Rental - Near Philadelphia & Princeton!
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- Another view of the Cottage on a sparkling winter day. - Bucks County/New Hope, PA - Pennsylvania Vacation Rental - Near Philadelphia & Princeton!
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- The front parlor, with views of the river, is furnished in 18th-century style. - Bucks County/New Hope, PA - Pennsylvania Vacation Rental - Near Philadelphia & Princeton!
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- After a day of site-seeing, settle in with a good book and crackling fire.
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- The stairway in the front hall leads to a room where you can store your luggage.
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- The queen-size bed is made up with 600-thread-count sheets and a white coverlet.
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- Here's the elegant bathroom, with brass and porcelain fixtures and Corian sink.
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- The Cottage bathroom has a combination tub and shower with Corian surround.
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- This room provides extra sleeping space with a twin bed and hidden trundle.
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- We offer free wireless Internet access. Bring your laptop and set it up here!
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- Make simple meals in the bright and cheery Cottage kitchen.
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- The kitchen has all the basics: fridge, stove, small dishwasher, and microwave.
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- We'll happily share our favorite source for the best fresh-baked croissants!
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- The Cottage's front hall makes a fine spot for taking in the fall colors.
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- The Cottage in Summer from across the back lawn.
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- Watch the birds or just enjoy a pretty sunset on the English garden bench.
Traveler Reviews (46)
Peaceful, relaxing with exceptional hosts!
Guest: TJK
(Elyria Ohio )
Date of Stay: 09/24/10
Review Submitted: 10/05/10
Emily and Alfred, Your cottage was the perfect setting for discovering all that Bucks County has to offer. Every little detail from the welcome goodies, to the lovely flowers made it seem like our home away from home. The bonus was your friendliness and all of your great suggestions. We came for a friends wedding but ended up falling in love with Yardley and its friendly folks. Thank you again so very much. I would recommend this location to anyone who wants to enjoy, relax, and discover this unique and historical part of the country!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, sightseeing, romantic getaway, tourists without a car.
November 2011 Visit
Guest: Karen
(Eastlake, Ohio)
Date of Stay: 11/10/11
Review Submitted: 11/20/11
My husband and I stayed in the cottage while visiting our son, a student at UPenn in Philadelphia. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit - especially the fireplace and the beautiful views of the Delaware River from the front windows. Emily and Alfred made us feel like we were at home. I highly recommend this charming cottage and we are looking forward to going back for a longer stay.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Such welcoming hosts
Guest: Kate M.
Date of Stay: 09/03/10
Review Submitted: 10/17/11
This place is beautiful. The cottage was immaculate, spotlessly clean and stocked with everything you need for a weekend getaway. The garden was fabulous, our toddler loved racing around the trees and jumping in piles of leaves. Alfred and Emily were exceptional hosts. They provided great information about local family friendly activities and even presented our 18 month old with a gift bag of animal crackers with his name on it! We have recommended this property highly to our family and friends.
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Best hospitality from a vacation rental... EVER!
Guest: Staley
(Peoria, IL)
Date of Stay: 09/21/11
Review Submitted: 09/27/11
I've stayed in dozens of vacation rentals and have never experienced this level of hospitality. Juice and milk in the fridge, snacks, even chocolate, fresh flowers and a welcome note. Any time we thought we needed something, we would look in the spot we thought it would be and there we'd find it. You will want for nothing here. The 600 thread count sheets were wonderful. The hosts have very well organized information about where to eat and what to do. We loved staying in this lovely cottage and will absolutely be back. If you enjoy Revolutionary War history do not miss the Hessian Barracks in Trenton. They were amazing as was our tour guide. The oldest prison in the country is nearby in Mount Holly, NJ which was interesting also. The Old Tenent Church looked really neat too, but we ran out of time. Oh I forgot to mention that there is no shortage of great dining in the area. Sprig and Vine in New hope was one of our favorites.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Better than advertised
Guest: Jeff
(Warwick, RI)
Date of Stay: 09/02/11
Review Submitted: 09/05/11
This house and location were better than advertised! We used it as our home away from home on a visit to bucks county with our 2 young kids. Sesame place was only a 10 minute drive, and nearby peddler's village was great! The home was perfect for our family, the kids loved running and playing hide and seek in the beautiful back yard, not to mention the great tree swing. The accommodations were great with a well supplied kitchen, and very comfortable bedrooms and living room. We would recommend this to anyone on a small family getaway or a couple looking for a romantic weekend. Thanks to Emily too, as she was very helpful with answering questions leading up to our visit.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, people with disabilities, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.
A home from home for six weeks
Guest: Grandpa
(Bristol,UK)
Date of Stay: 05/10/11
Review Submitted: 07/01/11
We were made welcome on our arrival late in the day after a long international flight. The kitchen was stocked with basics to see us through until the following day. The cottage well equiped and beautifully furnished. An extensive video library and lots of information on the local area meant plenty to do on a wet evening. The wild life was great, deer, fox, groundhog, box turtle, and at night the fireflies. All except the turtle could be seen from the cottage windows! It was a wonderful place to be for six weeks which passed in a flash. Do explore further up the river - beautiful countryside and quiet roads up to Washington's Crossing, New Hope and beyond. Our thanks to Emily & Alfred
Recommended for:Sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+.
Perfect Week in Bucks County
Guest: Donna
(Windermere, FL)
Date of Stay: 03/26/11
Review Submitted: 04/05/11
Spending time in Emily and Alfred's cottage felt like a step back in time but with all the conveniences of today. We enjoyed the beauty of the Delaware River along with the charm of historic Yardley. Emily thought of everything - recommendations for restaurants (plus coupon), directions to some excellent specialty grocery stores, information on the best activities the area has to offer. The cottage is conveniently located to places like New Hope, Peddler's Village, and Newtown. Thanks to the fresh flowers on the kitchen table, the essentials for our first morning's breakfast and the luxurious sheets, you will feel pampered and rested at the end of your visit. We will certainly be back.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, romantic getaway, age 55+.
Get away from it all...
Guest: Samantha
(Bklyn, NY)
Date of Stay: 02/19/11
Review Submitted: 02/21/11
This beautiful cottage allowed my husband and myself the peace, quiet and tranquility we were craving as full time New Yorkers. We loved having our own little house to relax in; sitting by the fire, eating breakfasts in the bright kitchen, lounging and reading, and walking the lovely grounds. The drive to nearby towns is easy and scenic. There are great restaurants nearby as well as a lovely yoga studio (prancing peacock). We will definitely return. Samantha and Jason :)
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing, romantic getaway, age 55+.
Nice cottage, great hosts
Guest: M&M
(Miami Shores, FL)
Date of Stay: 08/13/10
Review Submitted: 08/30/10
We stayed 10 days. What sets this rental apart is the little things. We like to rent with a kitchen, but normally you find yourself running around buying pepper, and two pounds of sugar, to cover your short stay. This place had pretty much everything we needed. And it's comfortable, and a great location. Aside from offering easy access to Philly and New York, there's a nice walking trail along the towpath, just behind the house, and Bucks County has a lot to offer. Having the hosts right next door was also a blessing, because they were very friendly, and helped with suggestions for day-trips, and restaurants. We will definitely go back.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, romantic getaway.
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 04/07/09
Review Submitted: 04/07/09
Picture this: Colonial surroundings, blazing fireplace, fresh flowers, attention to detail in all respects, 600 count crisp sheets, “starter kit” with fresh OJ, coffee and other treats, tour suggestions galore, and even bars of Yardley soap in your own Yardley rental home in Bucks County, PA. If that is what you are looking for-look no more. Would rent this cottage again and again!
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