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Exterior
Room
Bar (on property)
Dining
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
$1,553
avg per night

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Trenton, NJ
  • Place, Delaware River
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, CURE Insurance Arena
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, The College of New Jersey
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Trenton, NJ (TTN-Mercer)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 25)

Bedroom 1 Second Floor

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2 Second Floor

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3 Second Floor

1 Twin Bed

Bedroom 4 Third floor

1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5 Second Floor

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6 - Third Floor

1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bedroom 7 - Second Floor

1 King Bed

Bedroom 8 - Second Floor

1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

6 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Bathroom 6

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 7

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
Price is $1,553 avg per night

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About the neighborhood

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Located in Trenton, this resort is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Makefield Highlands Golf Club and Rockville Climbing Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Oxford Valley Mall and Neshaminy Mall. Traveling with kids? Consider Sesame Place and Pennington Golf Center. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Delaware River - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • CURE Insurance Arena - 7 min drive - 7.7 km
  • The College of New Jersey - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Sesame Place - 10 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Grounds For Sculpture - 13 min drive - 12.3 km

Getting around

  • Trenton Transit Center - 10 min drive
  • Trenton–Mercer Airport (TTN) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Trattoria Rosa Bianca - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪APlus at Sunoco - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ewing Diner - ‬4 min drive

About this property

This is a beautiful family-friendly historic mansion on a private lake.

Built in 1775, this 10,000 square foot mansion with 10 beautiful acres of land provides for a luxurious vacation. Amenities include a private lake, swimming pool, tennis court, jogging and biking trail, children's playground, nature trail, beach, pickle ball court, basketball court, and more. The inside of the house includes a full bar, two large children's play rooms, a greenhouse, an office, a library, theater, parlor, and formal and informal dining areas. This old home is maintained by a cleaning company, property management and landscaping service to preserve its history. Guests should not expect a brand new facility or a 5 star hotel. Guests should look elsewhere for that type of stay such as a large hotel chain. Guests appreciate this home for charm, space, history and amenities.

The house sleeps up to 20. However, approval and additional payment is required for groups of more than 9. Since larger groups do require more maintenance of this historic property, there is a $30 per day charge per guest after the 9th guest.

This is a large house. There are 14 beds. The second floor has 4 Queens, 2 Kings, and 2 singles in 4 large bedrooms and 2 smaller bedrooms. The third floor has two bedrooms with a total of one bunk bed (2 singles), 2 singles and one King sized bed. On the 1st floor we can set up a temporary bed which has been useful for those who cannot climb stairs. Cots may be available. There are 7 bathrooms (One is in the pool house). (Due to a VRBO glitch, the description on this homepage indicates only 2 bedrooms but there are in fact 8 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms.)
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

Amenities

Pool
Hot Tub
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
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
No additional guests are allowed on the property unless specific number of extra guests is approved by VRBO host and paid for ($30/day after 9 guests)
Guests can't move furniture other than chairs and small items. The cleaning crew cannot move them back. They hire moving help charged to guest.
A maximum of 8 cars are allowed on the property. More than 8 cars, if approved, require approval and parking valet. Parking valet charge is $350/day.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

Frequently asked questions

Does This is a beautiful family-friendly historic mansion on a private lake. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at This is a beautiful family-friendly historic mansion on a private lake.?

As of Mar 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at This is a beautiful family-friendly historic mansion on a private lake. on Apr 26, 2026 start from $1,553, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is This is a beautiful family-friendly historic mansion on a private lake. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at This is a beautiful family-friendly historic mansion on a private lake.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at This is a beautiful family-friendly historic mansion on a private lake.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is This is a beautiful family-friendly historic mansion on a private lake. located?

This family-friendly Trenton resort is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Delaware River and The College of New Jersey. Delaware Canal State Park and Washington Crossing State Historic Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

This is a beautiful family-friendly historic mansion on a private lake. Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 44 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 44 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Belinda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We has an incredible time at the property, so much space, fully stocked cooking areas in the house and by the pool, the tennis/basketball court & pool were all great, and such easy access via train from NYC.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

victor c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lots of amenities, pictures are pretty accurate
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tanya W.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in
We enjoyed our stay. Had a little glitch with the VRBO app that made communication challenging. There were a few things that needed tending to. We plan to stay again. Lots of wonderful indoor and outdoor spaces.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

natalie r.

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

We loved it!

We loved the charm and space of this property. We were here for a family reunion and Boxwood did not disappoint. Especially since we knew the family that lived in this house many years ago, we loved seeing the old pictures and art. It is a special place. The pool, hot tub and lakefront living room were popular with our group!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

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

Beautiful Weekend!

We had 7 adults come together for our daughter’s graduation and this home could not have been more perfect. Plenty of room for everyone with room to spare. The grounds were incredible and the pool was a welcomed way to cool down on a warm day. Wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve K.

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

New Jersey Stay

Boxwood was a unique and charming place. Eric was very communicative and accommodating. The house has tons of space and unique character. Works great for large or extended families.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mikala and Peter R.

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

Great property

Loved our stay, the pool area was awesome- lots of supplies and amenities. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey W.

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

Great big house

We had a great stay. The house is well maintained and was big enough to allow 9 adults and 1 toddler enough space to retreat from one another.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin F.

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

Plenty of space and fun quirks

Our group really enjoyed the stay at Boxwood. There were tons of different rooms and space for us all. Some of the older family members really enjoyed learning about the history of the property as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amit T.

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

Amazing property and caring host

Amazing property. So many things to do around specially when staying with families. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee B.

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

Great home for family visit

We visited our sons going to school locally and love the space and house location. Very convenient to great restaurants and the property manager was there to greet us and show us the house. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

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

Breathtaking!

More than we ever could have imagined! Our vacation here was perfect! I would love to come back again some day. Our whole family absolutely loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim C.

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

Fun, Spacious House

We had a great stay in this quirky old house. There was a ton of room and the property was beautiful. The property manager was responsive and helpful, we would love to stay here again. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett F.

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

Great spot

Me and my group had a great time at boxwood. There was plenty of space and things to do. The house was well stocked and had a lot of charm to it. Would highly recommend to large families like ours.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron G.

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

Great for Group Gathering

The location is as advertised - an older home with lots of space and great amenities. We loved having the pool, hot tub, grill, ample kitchen space and beds that allowed for this to be a great place to spend the day with friends and also a great home base before and after a day out.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh K.

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

Very Fun and Great Host

The listing was what we expected. It was very fun, and the host was communicative and helpful. We’d definitely go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy S.

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

Perfect place for our weekend

We were in town for a wedding, seven of us. We had plenty of space to get ready and stay. Some of our family came over the day after the wedding and we enjoyed the property, the space, and the rooms accommodated some additional people to stay the night. It is an older home with amazing charm and awesome for group photos. Like they said, not a 5 star hotel but it makes up for it in amenities, location and space. We loved our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

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

Memorial for our Mother

We stayed at the house Thurs-Sun and had a memorial get together on Friday after burying our mother at the Washington Crossing Cemetery. The house was perfect for what we needed. The grounds were beautiful and everything was great. Such an historical house with character, we were so happy to find it on vrbo! Peter
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elana C.

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

Amazing property!

Great house. Fully stocked! Wonderful towpath, tennis courts and lake. The kitchen was perfectly organized for us to cook together and enjoy family time. Beautiful art and interesting artifacts everywhere! The big room was the best hangout spot and the one crawling baby learned to master that one step like a champ! It was grand!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerome C.

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

Family Reunion

This place rocks! Our family gathered for my parents’ 60th wedding anniversary, 9 adults, 8 teens and teens. All age groups loved the place. The grounds are impressive and vast. The house is old, like the description says, but it has character and a lot of space both inside and out. Multiple cooking areas, so no problem making meals for large groups. The owner was diligent in answering questions before we arrived, and there was an onsite property manager to answer questions and make minor repairs when needed. All family members said we would rent this place again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

A Magical Experience

This was the perfect venue for us. It was so spacious that our extended family actually did not use at least 1/3 of the space. There are large living areas where we could all gather together and eat together. And then there were very spacious private places where we could be by ourselves outside of earshot of everyone else. The huge windowed walls of the main gathering room gave us a panoramic view onto the beautiful property with water and bridges everywhere we looked. We saw large fish, deer families, and a beautiful soaring blue heron who landed close enough to intrigue our toddlers.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Pat V.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

We had a good time.

It was fine. The big tv did not work. The outside entrance toward the pool needs a railing. Fell onto the cement. The toilet on second floor needs service, to strength it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

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

A Spacious Historic House

I stayed with two friends and family at the property for a college reunion. The pool saved us when the heat index hit 100 degrees. The property is clean and well-kept. Some in our party did not have cars and I would recommend a car if you stay at the property. The property is an oasis in the middle of a densely populated area. As an 18th century house, the layout is unique and I would also recommend looking at the bedroom layout if you plan for a large group. The history of the American Revolution is at the doorstep of the property if you have forgotten the details of Washington’s crossing of the Delaware.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth C.

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

Summerfest 2023

Beautful facilities with all the amenities for an active teenage group. We took advantage of all that was available: paddleboats, tennis court, basketball, pool and sauna. Best of all, they all had their own bed rooms...7 boys...to hook up the individual game consoles. Kitchen and dining areas were fully stocked with all necessities. We were able to have a movie night with popcorn and smores. Overall it was an experience they all will remember. Thanks to our gracious host, Eric and Greg, maintenance, for checking on us and making sure all was ok. We would gladly return and highly recommend this property for all.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Wonderful Place for a Family Reunion

This was an amazing place for a large family reunion! We all came to this Trenton home from several states and just fell in love with the home. So much history to explore. We were given a full tour upon arrival, and the owner, who was so helpful and couldn't have been nicer, checked in with us throughout our stay. Each room in the house has its own unique personality, and the place plenty of bathrooms, big open spaces and beds to spare. We loved the long table off the kitchen that could accommodate all of us to regroup for meals. There was so much to do there with games, big screen TVs, 2 full kitchens, tennis and basketballs courts, pools, hot tubs, several boats, fire pit, large pool house, library, bicycles and hiking. We had big plans to tour Philadelphia and Trenton, but honestly, we were having so much fun at the house we didn't want to go anywhere else. We would come back in a heartbeat and recommend it to anyone looking for a lovely, historic place to stay that has it all. Many thanks to Eric and his team for making this such a memorable visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023