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Fairmount | Big Backyard | Kid Friendly Game House
Family-friendly holiday home in Philadelphia
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Explore the area

- Place, Philadelphia Museum of Art
- Place, Pennsylvania Convention Center
- Place, Rittenhouse Square
- Airport, Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
Fairmount | Big Backyard | Kid Friendly Game House
Summary:
Come stay at our beautifully renovated 3 BR home! Located on one of the most beautiful, tree lined streets in Fairmount!
→3 Bedrooms & 2.5 Bathrooms!
→Game room with Foosball & Arcade!
→Walking Score= 90! Park your car & enjoy the many restaurants, bars & activities in the area!
→Private backyard patio with seating!
→Famous Eastern State Penitentiary is a 5 minute walk away!
→Art Museum = 1 mile away!
Here Are A Few Kind Words From Our Past Guests:
"My family and I really enjoyed our stay and hope to be back again. Great neighborhood, very walkable, and the place itself was lovely. What really made it stand out to us as a family with young children was all the amenities available for kids like the stair gate, high chair, pack and play, books, etc. it really saved us a ton of packing. Game room in the basement was a hit with my husband and daughter. Hosts were very responsive and responded to all questions and concerns immediately, and also reached out multiple times throughout the stay to make sure we were doing OK. Highly recommend for families." - Jayanti
FIRST FLOOR
•When you walk into our home, you will be welcomed by our sun porch, engulfed with natural light!
•Living room area with beautiful & unique herringbone hardwood flooring and exposed brick accent wall.
•Comfortable & modern seating area with Smart TV entertainment. (You will need to sign in with your own credentials for Netflix, Hulu, etc)
•Kitchen with brand new stainless steel appliances, gold hardware, and a quartz counter top.
•Further back, is a tiled mud room with a Half bath & Laundry room.
•Mudroom leads to the back patio area, which is concreted & seating is available!
SECOND FLOOR
•You will need to climb 1 flight of stairs to get to the 2nd floor, which contains the bedrooms.
•Naturally lit Master bedroom has a Queen bed, and has an En-suite bathroom with a rain shower with sleek modern tile.
• Bedroom 2= Middle room with a Full size bed & Smart TV.
•Bedroom 3= Has a Full size bed & Smart TV.
BASEMENT
•1 flight of stairs down to the basement area.
•Finished space with comfortable seating, Smart TV and games to enjoy with family and friends!
•We do also have 2 foldable desks & chairs that can be set up anywhere in the home. As many are still working from home, this is a great option to have! Please let us know if this will be needed during your stay.
Guest Access:
Entire space is included in this rental. Please, make yourself at home.
But please remember that you are in a residential area, so please be respectful to our neighbors.
We have prepared our home with a game room with:
-Board games and playing cards are stored in the finished basement area on the coffee table.
-We also have a Pac- Man arcade game for you to try your luck on!
Feel at home outside in our spacious backyard with the table and chairs set up!
The Neighborhood:
Very convenient, local to museums, great bars & restaurants!!
Walk to the Art museum & historic penitentiary from our Fairmount district home!
- 1 block from eastern State Penitentiary Historic tours.
- 5 blocks from Art Museum.
- 4 blocks from Barnes Museum
- Walk downtown to City Hall & Convention Center-1/2 mile.
- 5 blocks from Benjamin Franklin institute!!
Getting Around:
For tourists the hop-on, hop-off stop is two blocks away!
Our location is very walkable & convenient!
Close public transportation options:
-30th St Train Station: Philadelphia's main train station, including Amtrak and other rail lines. Easily accessible by car or subway.
-Indego- Philly's Bike Share
-Septa Public Transportation
Parking at 833 Corinthian Ave is free street parking which is first come, first served. Please pay close attention to the Philadelphia Parking Authority parking signs because they may be time- restricted!
Other Things to Note:
Trip Cancellation/Interruption Insurance
It is highly recommended that guest purchase trip cancellation/interruption insurance in case of emergency/bad weather, Covid-19 bans/restrictions, etc. as NO REFUNDS/EXCEPTIONS outside of our stated cancellation policy will be given unless there is a mandatory evacuation in our area. Please check what your credit card covers. You can also visit the Insure My Trip website for insurance options.
Please remember that you're staying in a house, not a hotel. Please treat the space with respect. If any problems arise, we will do our best to take action ASAP, but there is no one living on site.
★ COVID-19 SANITIZATION ★
Health, safety, and well-being of our guests are of utmost importance. For this reason, we use a thorough cleaning process after each check-out.
Pre-approved late check-out (up until noon only) is $50; please send us a request at least 2 hours before your check-out time so we can check our availability and notify our cleaner.
We are committed to protecting our properties which is why we've partnered with Know Your Guest, the leading vacation rental guest-screening provider. Please note that before your booking begins, you will need to verify your details through Know Your Guest. Without this verification we reserve the right to cancel your booking.
You will also be given the choice between paying a refundable deposit of $500.00 or buying a non-refundable damage waiver. of $35.00 We suggest you buy the damage waiver as this protects you in case you cause accidental damage during a booking
Interaction with Guests:
We are just a call, message or text message away!
Please let us know if anything needs our attention at check-in or any time during your stay.
If we don't know about it, we can't fix it! =)
Our home has been designed for a self-check-in process, our guests will be receiving the check-in instructions on the morning of their check-in date and a full welcome guide shortly after booking confirmation.
Come stay at our beautifully renovated 3 BR home! Located on one of the most beautiful, tree lined streets in Fairmount!
→3 Bedrooms & 2.5 Bathrooms!
→Game room with Foosball & Arcade!
→Walking Score= 90! Park your car & enjoy the many restaurants, bars & activities in the area!
→Private backyard patio with seating!
→Famous Eastern State Penitentiary is a 5 minute walk away!
→Art Museum = 1 mile away!
Here Are A Few Kind Words From Our Past Guests:
"My family and I really enjoyed our stay and hope to be back again. Great neighborhood, very walkable, and the place itself was lovely. What really made it stand out to us as a family with young children was all the amenities available for kids like the stair gate, high chair, pack and play, books, etc. it really saved us a ton of packing. Game room in the basement was a hit with my husband and daughter. Hosts were very responsive and responded to all questions and concerns immediately, and also reached out multiple times throughout the stay to make sure we were doing OK. Highly recommend for families." - Jayanti
FIRST FLOOR
•When you walk into our home, you will be welcomed by our sun porch, engulfed with natural light!
•Living room area with beautiful & unique herringbone hardwood flooring and exposed brick accent wall.
•Comfortable & modern seating area with Smart TV entertainment. (You will need to sign in with your own credentials for Netflix, Hulu, etc)
•Kitchen with brand new stainless steel appliances, gold hardware, and a quartz counter top.
•Further back, is a tiled mud room with a Half bath & Laundry room.
•Mudroom leads to the back patio area, which is concreted & seating is available!
SECOND FLOOR
•You will need to climb 1 flight of stairs to get to the 2nd floor, which contains the bedrooms.
•Naturally lit Master bedroom has a Queen bed, and has an En-suite bathroom with a rain shower with sleek modern tile.
• Bedroom 2= Middle room with a Full size bed & Smart TV.
•Bedroom 3= Has a Full size bed & Smart TV.
BASEMENT
•1 flight of stairs down to the basement area.
•Finished space with comfortable seating, Smart TV and games to enjoy with family and friends!
•We do also have 2 foldable desks & chairs that can be set up anywhere in the home. As many are still working from home, this is a great option to have! Please let us know if this will be needed during your stay.
Guest Access:
Entire space is included in this rental. Please, make yourself at home.
But please remember that you are in a residential area, so please be respectful to our neighbors.
We have prepared our home with a game room with:
-Board games and playing cards are stored in the finished basement area on the coffee table.
-We also have a Pac- Man arcade game for you to try your luck on!
Feel at home outside in our spacious backyard with the table and chairs set up!
The Neighborhood:
Very convenient, local to museums, great bars & restaurants!!
Walk to the Art museum & historic penitentiary from our Fairmount district home!
- 1 block from eastern State Penitentiary Historic tours.
- 5 blocks from Art Museum.
- 4 blocks from Barnes Museum
- Walk downtown to City Hall & Convention Center-1/2 mile.
- 5 blocks from Benjamin Franklin institute!!
Getting Around:
For tourists the hop-on, hop-off stop is two blocks away!
Our location is very walkable & convenient!
Close public transportation options:
-30th St Train Station: Philadelphia's main train station, including Amtrak and other rail lines. Easily accessible by car or subway.
-Indego- Philly's Bike Share
-Septa Public Transportation
Parking at 833 Corinthian Ave is free street parking which is first come, first served. Please pay close attention to the Philadelphia Parking Authority parking signs because they may be time- restricted!
Other Things to Note:
Trip Cancellation/Interruption Insurance
It is highly recommended that guest purchase trip cancellation/interruption insurance in case of emergency/bad weather, Covid-19 bans/restrictions, etc. as NO REFUNDS/EXCEPTIONS outside of our stated cancellation policy will be given unless there is a mandatory evacuation in our area. Please check what your credit card covers. You can also visit the Insure My Trip website for insurance options.
Please remember that you're staying in a house, not a hotel. Please treat the space with respect. If any problems arise, we will do our best to take action ASAP, but there is no one living on site.
★ COVID-19 SANITIZATION ★
Health, safety, and well-being of our guests are of utmost importance. For this reason, we use a thorough cleaning process after each check-out.
Pre-approved late check-out (up until noon only) is $50; please send us a request at least 2 hours before your check-out time so we can check our availability and notify our cleaner.
We are committed to protecting our properties which is why we've partnered with Know Your Guest, the leading vacation rental guest-screening provider. Please note that before your booking begins, you will need to verify your details through Know Your Guest. Without this verification we reserve the right to cancel your booking.
You will also be given the choice between paying a refundable deposit of $500.00 or buying a non-refundable damage waiver. of $35.00 We suggest you buy the damage waiver as this protects you in case you cause accidental damage during a booking
Interaction with Guests:
We are just a call, message or text message away!
Please let us know if anything needs our attention at check-in or any time during your stay.
If we don't know about it, we can't fix it! =)
Our home has been designed for a self-check-in process, our guests will be receiving the check-in instructions on the morning of their check-in date and a full welcome guide shortly after booking confirmation.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 0983340
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
Philadelphia
Located in Philadelphia, this holiday home is in the city centre. Reading Terminal Market is worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Philadelphia Zoo and Adventure Aquarium. Travelling with kids? Make time for Coco Key Water Resort, or head to an event or a match at Citizens Bank Park.

Philadelphia, PA
What's nearby
- Philadelphia Museum of Art - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Temple University - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
- Pennsylvania Convention Center - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
- Reading Terminal Market - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
- Rittenhouse Square - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Cambridge Street Coffee House - 7 min walk
- Urban Saloon - 5 min walk
- Fairmount Pizza and Grill - 5 min walk
- Bar Hygge - 8 min walk
- Fair Chance Beer Garden - 2 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
21 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Leah M.
26 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Leah M.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Pamela C.
30 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Stay
Pamela C.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Savannah A.
26 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Savannah A.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Carolyn S.
6 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay!
Carolyn S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
gina p.
23 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place and Location
gina p.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mary E. M.
23 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location for radiation treatment at Perelman Advanced Medical center
Mary E. M.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michaela M.
15 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend in Philly
Michaela M.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Craig B.
2 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice.
Craig B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Martha H.
23 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Gathering
Martha H.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Arianah G.
2 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls night
Arianah G.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Barb D.
21 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One word- Exceptional
Barb D.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alfred T.
11 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Corinthian
Alfred T.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kelly P.
22 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family reunion
Kelly P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ron J.
8 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous
Ron J.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie M.
21 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Philly trip
Stephanie M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
LaShonda W.
1 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Book it
LaShonda W.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Heather R.
29 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Philly Neighborhood Experience
Heather R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Elyse S.
11 Jun 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kid friendly and spacious house
Elyse S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Heather D., Camden, Maine
12 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location-Newly Renovated
Heather D.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Freddie E.
5 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Graduation Philly in Philly
Freddie E.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Courtney R.
18 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Walkable neighborhood and great communication with owners. Would stay again.
Courtney R.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Windy B., Wilton, USA
25 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming house with walking distance to restaurants
Windy B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Susan D.
25 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding guests
Susan D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mary E. M.
12 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect accommodations while getting medical care at Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine
Mary E. M.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
About the host
Hosted by Gabe & Jon
Hi There! We are Gabe and Jon, great friends and Philadelphia natives. We both spend a lot of time traveling and love meeting new people from all walks of life and different cultures. When at home in Philly we are always on the lookout for new restaurants and bars to try out, hitting Sixers, Eagles, Flyers, and Phillies games, and exploring some new and ever-changing neighborhoods in our city. Since we caught the travel bug, we have started hosting great guests and getting to know new friends from all over the world. Come stay with us, we’d love to host you in Philly!
Why they chose this property
Our home is beautifully renovated 3 BR home! Located on one of the most beautiful, tree-lined streets in Fairmount!
What makes this property unique
→3 Bedrooms & 2.5 Bathrooms!
→Game room with Foosball & Arcade!
→Walking Score= 90! Park your car & enjoy the many restaurants, bars & activities in the area!
→Private backyard patio with seating!
→Famous Eastern State Penitentiary is a 5 minute walk away!
→Art Museum = 1 mile away!
→Game room with Foosball & Arcade!
→Walking Score= 90! Park your car & enjoy the many restaurants, bars & activities in the area!
→Private backyard patio with seating!
→Famous Eastern State Penitentiary is a 5 minute walk away!
→Art Museum = 1 mile away!
Languages:
English
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