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Retreat to this harmonious and tranquil apartment in the quiet neighborhood.

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Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Highlights

  • Your private spa moment
    A rare find — soak and unwind in the jetted bathtub.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Fairmount Park
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Bathtub
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Philadelphia, PA
  • Place, Fairmount Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Joseph's University
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Mann Center for the Performing Arts
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

About this property

Retreat to this harmonious and tranquil apartment in the quiet neighborhood.

* Flexible early/late Checking (Ask)
* Special celebration discounts
* Easy access to I76
* Great for Nature lovers

Retreat to this harmonious and tranquil apartment in the quiet neighborhood of Wynnefield. This space is located less than 15-Mins away from center city Philadelphia, 5-Mins from Sean Jose University. Less than 10 mins from the Mann Center, Dell Center and Fairmount park. It is perfect for guests who want to explore the city and enjoy a clean and cozy space to lay their head.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 947964
Property # 3933313vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Philadelphia

West Philadelphia, a neighbourhood in Philadelphia, is home to this apartment. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Fairmount Park and Rittenhouse Square, while Mann Center for the Performing Arts and Philadelphia Zoo are popular area attractions. Check out an event or a game at Citizens Bank Park, and consider making time for Pennsylvania Convention Center, a top attraction not to be missed.
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What's nearby

  • Fairmount Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • St. Joseph's University - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Bala Golf Club - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Boathouse Row - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Mann Center for the Performing Arts - 8 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • Lancaster Ave & 52nd St Tram Stop - 3 min drive
  • Philadelphia Wynnefield Avenue Station - 5 min walk
  • Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪APlus at Sunoco - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪King's Water Ice & Ice Cream - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Retreat to this harmonious and tranquil apartment in the quiet neighborhood. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Retreat to this harmonious and tranquil apartment in the quiet neighborhood.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Retreat to this harmonious and tranquil apartment in the quiet neighborhood.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Retreat to this harmonious and tranquil apartment in the quiet neighborhood.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Retreat to this harmonious and tranquil apartment in the quiet neighborhood. located?

Located in West Philadelphia, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Fairmount Park and Mann Center for the Performing Arts. St. Joseph's University and Please Touch Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km). Philadelphia Wynnefield Avenue Station is only a 5-minute walk and Lancaster Ave & Lansdowne Ave Stop is 22 minutes.

Reviews

7.6

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 30 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Check-in

8.4/10

Communication

8.4/10

Location

7.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Your

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was pretty good for the price we paid, cleaning could’ve been better. All around it was pretty good.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylar H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome

I truly enjoyed my stay here. The host wast truly amazing and responsive to any and every accommodations I needed. I would definitely stay here again on my next visit.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ayanna J.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
The overall stay was okay, the location and apartment was just as described and looked like the pictures. However, there was no hot water when it came time to bathe or use running water. The sheets were also dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Day trip

I enjoyed my stay very much felt at home. I needed a place to get away and this is was perfect place for me, if I can I will gladly come back here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May, 2024
You will always have a place to stay here whenever you come to Philadelphia.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Dayona C.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Couldn’t find the house due to it being in the alley. More like a basement than a house. Also lots of noise above you.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

brea b.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Weekend vacation

This stay was nice & accommodating for the night- the check in proceeds was confusing because we had to go thru the alley way, it didn’t state it was in someone’s basement so that was odd but overall i good stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ineliz R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One of a kind!

The place was beyond what we expected . Gorgeous smelled amazing super cleanComfortable and the host was very friendly and accommodating. 10/10 highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terrence D. S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Responsive

Our host was very responsive in suggestions for nearby places to go for coffee and to eat.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Concert stay

Took my son to see a concert at the Mann Center. The place was clean and nice and was a reasonable walk to the park and the Mann.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept, 2024
Thank you Allen, Welcome Back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cole C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just what I needed

It was a short visit to Philly for me. I was attending a conference and even though this was not that close to the convention center it was easy to Uber back and forth and was a great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

riley k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very friendly hosts

Diabel & his wife were very friendly and made sure we were comfortable! the downstairs is clean and comfy, even had a kitchen and a green shower light! my partner and i had a great time in philly :)
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May, 2024
We will be more than happy to host for you again 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

shakiahraelynn

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Very pleasant owner

It was a little confusing trying to find the property because i’m from Upstate NY and have never been to Philadelphia before. However the owner never hesitated to be available to help
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

C T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Really pretty little spot

This was a very clean and pretty apartment. Roomy. The outdoor area left a little to be desired but the place itself, was a treat. The host was responsive and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Cheryl M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a decent place for a quick stay. It's very close to the Mann Center and an easy walk (1 mile). I wasn't thrilled with the temp in the room and couldn't figure out the A/C at 11:30 at night. Also it is someone's basement and the listing does not disclose that. Wasn't expecting that but it was still very private.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

mary c.

Liked: Location
No hot water for the shower, and it was dirty. It had someone else's hair in it. There were many small things that could have been improved for a more comfortable stay, but overall it was fine for a quick overnight after a concert.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to Mann Center

I have traveled to the Mann center many times and have suffered through hard to find parking at their lots and even harder to leave after events due to traffic backups. This apartment is about a 3/4 of a mile walk to the center. It was perfect for us and made our evening concert easier to access and a much better experience overall. Despite it being in town it was very quiet and easily accessible. Parking is on the street and not the alleyway but we were able to find parking easily. I will always look for availability at this apartment when attending events at the Mann.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Philly getaway

Lovely basement apartment with lots of room. Great bathroom and wonderful king bed. Hosts were helpful and understanding. The only issue someone might have is with all the scents- diffusers- used. Otherwise it is terrific!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Sharon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Property was not ready for check in on time. Listing said jetted tub which there is none. Also says parking available but it was street parking should clarify.Keypad combination did not work. There are 7 foot ceilings and I am 6’5” so it was very uncomfortable for me.Keurig was a nice touch.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gwynn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I wish it had been clearer that we would be off the alley. We got in very late after flight delays. It was a way to go to find the place. Also, there were only used rolls of toilet paper. Full rolls would have been nice. Bottled water would have been greatly appreciated. All in all it served our purpose of a place to sleep for the night. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Michelle T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
Apartment was modern. Nice. Clean. Spacious. Neighborhood was sketchy but ok. Bit confusing because it’s all houses connected to each other. Instructions didn’t tell us to go down the alley behind it. The alley was not the greatest to drive on. We parked on the street and walked down the alley which was cumbersome. The pictures of the inside are correct but the main pic looks like a church tower . That is not true
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Katie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious basement unit near the Mann

The interior of the unit was spacious and clean. Bed was comfy and had good bedding and lots of pillows. The unit is sparsely furnished and could use a few things to make it more comfortable. Also the entrance required a walk through an alley. My husband and I are city folks so it was fine but someone not comfortable with the city might not like this.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Nancy

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
There was no communication from the host.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Erik Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Great value

Everything is as described; it is a windowless basement apartment. The entry is off of a trash-strewn alley with uneven and broken concrete paving. The listing mentioned that the unit included an iron and ironing board, which would have been useful. Apparently, the board had been broken by a previous guest. The owner was willing to provide the iron without the board, which we appreciated, but didn't suit our needs. It would have been helpful to know this ahead of time.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Disliked: Communication
The property itself is fine if you’re just needing a space to sleep. I had a frustrating experience after booking the reservation because I been trying to add an additional night to the reservation for a week with no response. I kept getting emails from VRBO asking me to respond with more information (how much more do you need than “I want to add an extra night?), but the email was sent from a “do not reply” address. It was past the time to cancel so I booked an extra/separate night and had to incur those additional fees. The host didn’t seem to be aware of this. So that might be a vrbo issue. The instructions said the entrance is in the back, but did not explain that to get to the back, you have to walk around the block and hike up an alley that is all gravel and rocks. I was dropped off in front with a large bag and 2 big carry-ons, and then had to take that walk with all of that. The only instructions for the lock on the door was what the code would be but not how to use the actual lock. There were gnats flying around in the bedroom. The towels were dingy. And the room itself was damp. That said, I just needed a place to sleep for 2 nights and had full days where I was away from the property, so it worked out ok. There was also a lot of heavy footsteps from the space above, but I’ve lived in basement apartments before and it comes with the territory. The host was nice and responsive once I got there and bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Daniel G.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
I reserved this VRBO property for June 4–6. When I arrived and entered the property, it was clear that it had not been cleaned or prepared for my stay. The bedroom was unmade, and the bed had dirty sheets, visible hair, and other debris on it. The kitchen still contained pizza boxes, and food had been left in the refrigerator.I immediately contacted the owner, who admitted there had been a scheduling conflict and that they had forgotten I was arriving that day. As a result, the property was not ready or suitable for occupancy.Because of the unsanitary condition of the property, I could not stay there and had to leave immediately. I was forced to find another hotel on very short notice while also preparing for a meeting scheduled within two hours. This caused significant inconvenience, stress, and additional expense.I did not stay at the property at any time. I have repeatedly requested a full refund from the owner but have not received one. Since the property was not clean, habitable, or available as promised, I am requesting a full refund for the June 4–6 reservation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026

About the host

Hosted by Diabel Toure

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I’m from Mauritanie but live in the USA, I love welcoming people. It’s a culture thing to me.

Why they chose this property

Cleanest, quietest and peaceful

What makes this property unique

Location, space

Languages:

English, French
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