10/10 Excellent
KENNETH W.
24 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to stay.
KENNETH W.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Entire home
Guest House on Picturesque Farm near Shady Maple Smorgasbord
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area
East Earl, PA
- Maple Grove Raceway20 min drive
- American Music Theatre Lancaster32 min drive
- Dutch Wonderland34 min drive
- Lancaster, PA (LNS)30 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Futon
Main floor living area
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Guest House on Picturesque Farm near Shady Maple Smorgasbord
The Old Summer House has a private entrance, which opens into a living space that includes a daybed with a pop up trundle, and a full kitchen on the first floor. The kitchen has a full size refrigerator, oven, stove, microwave, and coffee maker. The upstairs room has a queen bed and a futon, as well as a full bathroom. Linens and towels are provided. Guests with limited mobility may request the use of a first floor powder room. The farm has a wedding venue on site, so there may be wedding activity occurring during your stay. Your housing and parking is private from the wedding venue, though please note that the outdoor space is shared with the wedding business.
Property manager
Grant Stoner
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Amenities
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please turn off heat or AC. Thank you!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
East Earl
Located in East Earl, this holiday home is in a rural area. American Music Theatre Lancaster and Sight and Sound Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Kitchen Kettle Village and Amish Farm and House. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Maple Grove Raceway, or consider a night out at Rainbow Dinner Theater. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
East Earl, PA
What's nearby
- Maple Grove Raceway - 20 min drive - 16.4 km
- Kitchen Kettle Village - 22 min drive - 18.8 km
- American Music Theatre Lancaster - 32 min drive - 26.9 km
- Amish Farm and House - 32 min drive - 26.2 km
- Dutch Wonderland - 34 min drive - 27.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Shady Maple Smorgasbord - 4 min drive
- Twin Valley Coffee - Shady Maple Market - 4 min drive
- Yoder's Restaurant & Buffet - 6 min drive
- McDonald's - 12 min drive
- September Farm Cheese - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
8.0/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Avery V.
5 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderfully relaxing stay in a beautiful location!
Avery V.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jason S.
24 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jason S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sheryl K.
6 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Vacation
Sheryl K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
KENNETH W.
29 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
KENNETH W.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Donna H.
22 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a beautiful quist place. I loved every minute. I will be back next year.
Donna H.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Virgil M.
31 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage-like feel
Virgil M.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lori A.
8 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, charming place to stay
Lori A.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Thomas C.
24 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation
Thomas C.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cathleen M.
5 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable and easy stay
Cathleen M.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Beth H.
3 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Property
Beth H.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mindy B.
6 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Mindy B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Eric P.
3 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Road Trip to Shady Maple
Eric P.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
14 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Visit with Mum
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kathy D.
23 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
Kathy D.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Renee E.
9 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute and quaint!!
Renee E.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer H.
20 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
Jennifer H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Thomas C.
20 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick trip
Thomas C.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Natalie B.
9 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Getaway
Natalie B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Eileen D.
28 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway
Eileen D.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dana R.
18 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quite retreat
Dana R.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Trevor & Deb S.
9 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
LOVE this property!!!
Trevor & Deb S.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ben I., Lakewood NJ
9 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Oldsummerhouse
Ben I.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Elise
15 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Elise
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sandi S.
19 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Antiques and Amish Country Getaway
Sandi S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
About the host
Hosted by Grant Stoner
Grant and Beatrice Stoner were born and raised in the beautiful Lancaster County, where they have their family of four children. Grant is the fifth generation to live on their family farm, where they grow crops and host weddings in their barn.
Why they chose this property
The Old Summer House offers serenity and beauty in the countryside. The family farm is on a long lane away from the road, with lots of yard space to enjoy the outdoors, which includes a pond and gazebo.
What makes this property unique
The Old Summer House is on a very well maintained property, with farm beauty in all seasons.
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