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Historic Canal Home on Nature Preserve

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Exterior
Room
Interior
Property grounds
Private kitchen

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Princeton, NJ
  • Place, Delaware and Raritan State Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Delaware River Heritage Trail Rocky Hill Trailhead
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Delaware River Heritage Trail Kingston Trailhead
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Double Sofa Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Historic Canal Home on Nature Preserve

Summary:

Only 10 minutes from Princeton University, this quiet and beautifully restored historic home sits along the picturesque D&R Canal and borders a vast nature preserve—ideal for mountain biking, kayaking, and peaceful walks. The calming water views immediately set a weekend state of mind, while inside, guests are invited to explore the home’s many unique treasures, including a collection of antique arcade games. Outside, a charming fruit orchard and neighboring preserved land offer hours of wandering among wildflowers, making this an inspiring retreat for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike.



Guest Access:

The entire house is yours to enjoy



Other Things to Note:

Events are not allowed at this location.



Interaction with Guests:

We live nearby and are always available to help
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About the area

Princeton

Located in Princeton, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Mattawang Golf Club and Princeton Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Palmer Square and University Square Shopping Center. Consider The Estate at Farrington Lake for a night out or Herrontown Woods Arboretum if you're travelling with kids. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling, rock climbing and mountain climbing.
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Princeton, NJ

What's nearby

  • Delaware and Raritan State Park - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Delaware River Heritage Trail Rocky Hill Trailhead - 1 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Princeton North Shopping Center - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Delaware River Heritage Trail Kingston Trailhead - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Princeton University - 11 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • Princeton Junction Station - 19 min drive
  • Princeton, NJ (PCT) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Tiger's Tale - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tino’s Artisan Pizza Co. - ‬5 min drive

Reviews

8.0

Very good

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Beth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an interesting house with a great yard. Host was terrific. If you like cookie cutter and have no sense of humor, this is not your house. If you like quirkie, unique and can laugh at squeaky floorboards and the uniqueness of a very old house, you will enjoy.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Staying here was fun-- pretty location, neat old house. The gathering space was kind of tight, tho. More comfortable furnishings would've made the experience nicer. Some things were dirty (dishes/utensils weren't clean, dining room has a greasy patch on it which left us feeling a little cautious and grossed out). Wish there was some ziploc bags, alum foil, plastic wrap, paper plates. The plates/bowls provided weren't microwave safe, the oven wasn't working (the owner is attentive and helpful, we just didn't realize oven was not functional till later in the last night so didn't bother asking for help.) Not enough outlets since old house and noticed there were no smoke detectors? If the space had better furnishings in general the stay would've been that much more comfortable. We made do-- it was a pleasant stay overall.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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