Skip to main content
Entire home

Welcome to the Country Nest

Photo gallery for Welcome to the Country Nest

A horse-drawn carriage on a residential street.
A single-story house with a gray siding exterior, a front porch with two chairs, and a small front yard.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden table.
Board games and toys
A dining area with a wooden table, light blue chairs, a ceiling fan, and wall decorations including a 'Nest' sign and a quote.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Shop till you drop
    Guests love the location, with top-rated shopping just around the corner.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Kitchen Kettle Village
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

View in a map
Gordonville, PA
  • Place, American Military Edged Weaponry Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Kitchen Kettle Village
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, The Quilt Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lancaster, PA (LNS)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

2nd floor

3 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

2nd floor

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

first floor

1 Queen Bed

first floor

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

1st floor

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

1st floor

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

2nd floor

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Welcome to the Country Nest

Welcome to the Country Nest, the ideal vacation home from which to enjoy all that Lancaster County, Pennsylvania has to offer, including nearby Bird-in-Hand, Strasburg, New Holland, Sight and Sound, the Outlets, Dutch Wonderland, Spooky Nook Sports, downtown Lancaster and more! Set in the idyllic town of Intercourse, this warm, spacious vacation rental has plenty of room for large groups and families. Find the freedom and space you need to make your get-away a great one.
You'll find all the comforts of home at the Country Nest! The fully-equipped kitchen is perfect for cooking a meal for the whole family. Complimentary coffee and tea are provided. There is a sitting room right inside the door, as well as a large living room to fit the whole group, equipped with a large TV (Netflix included )Games and puzzles are provided for a relaxing night in. The front porch is a great place to relax with a cup of joe and watch horse-and-buggies trot by. The small, private backyard allows space for outside activities, fire pit and gas grill available for use.

Add dates for prices

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

front of the cottage
The Sycamore Cottage located in the Amish Country. Minutes to local attractions
Dutch Countryside
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (138 reviews)
The Sycamore Cottage located in the Amish Country. Minutes to local attractions

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
default

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
They need to be pre approved
default

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 10 total
They need to be pre approved
default

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
If twins bed will be needed by groups of 8 or less they need to requested

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2054173vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
Note from host: they need to be pre approved
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Intercourse

Gordonville is home to this holiday home. Sight and Sound Theatre and American Music Theatre Lancaster are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Kitchen Kettle Village and Tanger Outlets Lancaster. Consider Rainbow Dinner Theater for a night out or Dutch Wonderland if you're travelling with kids.
View more Holiday homes in IntercourseOpens in a new window
Map
Gordonville, PA

What's nearby

  • American Military Edged Weaponry Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kitchen Kettle Village - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • The Quilt Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Dutch Wonderland - 11 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Tanger Outlets Lancaster - 11 min drive - 14.8 km

Getting around

  • Parkesburg Station - 21 min drive
  • Lancaster, PA (LNS) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Miller's Smorgasbord - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lapp Valley Creamery & Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Latte Luv - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Stoltzfus Meats & Deli - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Linden Coffee - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcome to the Country Nest pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 10 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Welcome to the Country Nest?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Welcome to the Country Nest?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to the Country Nest?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to the Country Nest located?

This family-friendly Gordonville holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of American Military Edged Weaponry Museum and Kitchen Kettle Village. Leacock Shoe Store and The Quilt Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 200 out of 216 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 216 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 216 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 216 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 216 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

patty p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a wonderful stay! We will definitely book again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second stay at this lovely home. As always it was very clean and there was plenty of room for our family! We had another wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Margie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an issue with the smoke detectors but the host was prompt in taking care of the issue. The yard was not very well kept and needed mowing and weeding. Lots of traffic noise but overall the house was a good fit for the six of us. The location is excellent. We enjoyed our stay. The host was great to sell us eggs and even scheduled us a dinner with an Amish family. I would recommend this house
Stayed 10 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was wonderful, plenty of room for us. Great location, easy access quiet neighborhood. Kitchen well stocked for cooking needs. Hope to return in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very pleasant stay with easy access to many attractions, shops, restaurants, etc…The “Nest” was very clean and comfortable for our family stay, and the kitchen well equipped. The ambience was calm and restful, and the decor integrated and inspiring. We would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home to stay in. Place was nice and very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann Marie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This as our second year and planning the next at the Nest. We love this residence that is so well located for us. It is immaculate, welcoming, and offers so many amenities. The beds are very comfortable, and the large living room has great seating for all of us to be in at one time. There are shelves of games and activities for all ages. For those who like it, there is a fire pit outside with many chairs, and a huge barbecue grill. The kitchen has a flat top electric stove, dishwasher, and is fully equipped. We found a crockpot is available! The washer and dryer are commercial quality. Our 4 generation family looks forward to this annual weekend. The Nest's host is gracious, and has made this home a true comfort in every way. We give the Nest 5 stars for everything.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Liz B.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness
The house itself is comfortable, but it needs a deep cleaning from top to bottom. There were some very dirty areas; specifically, the conventional oven and the grill had burnt meat stuck to them. The grill was filthy, both inside and out. The balcony at the main entrance was extremely dirty, so I didn't feel comfortable sitting outside to enjoy the weather. The sheets in the upstairs bedroom were covered in hair—it looked like cat hair. In the bathroom next to the laundry room, a centipede appeared—the kind that shows up in very damp areas. We also found a black pill on the sofa near the coffee table; none of us had brought any pills, yet I found one there. Thank goodness I found it, preventing a potential accident involving my grandson. If they fixed these issues, it would be a great house. Given the price, the condition I found it in really wasn't worth it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jul, 2026
I’m sorry you had a bad experience, 1 star review is extremely harsh tough. You left a nice note inside the house and never complained about anything after check in for a 4 night stay. If the place was that filthy you should have contact us right after you guys check in. We clean the house ourselves in between guest and followed vrbo protocols, our reviews can show for it. We even change the air filters in between pets stays so the fact that you said the sheets were covered with cat hair don’t make any sense, and if I find that on a rental I will instantly call the owner. During your stay we had a huge storms around the area so having the centipede inside would make total sense for that time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donnie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and location. Very comfortable and provides all the staples needed for a relaxing week.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very responsive. Location is great.House was well stocked. We had a wonderful time. Living room furniture was new and comfy, The only complaint would be that some of the towels and cloths were washed but still had stains.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was perfect for our family which included grandparents, parents and teenage grandchildren! Having three bathrooms was a real bonus. The house is clean, cozy and has enough room for all of us. The host is over the top in responding to questions and the details she put into her home. Location is great and it is dog friendly! Thank you Juana for your beautiful home. We will be back some day
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We've stayed here a couple times. The host is great. Location is great. House is clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful family place for Thanksgiving week! Room to relax, play board games and easy walk to all the great stores, coffee shops, eating places. Great kitchen equipment and kitchen table for family meals - very much enjoyed our stay!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amenities great! Location perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Waiters R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location worked out perfectly for our annual trip to the PA Dutch area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deb D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, host was very accommodating and responsive. The bedrooms worked great for our group. Dinner with the Amish family was a nice option.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marion B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay. The place was as advertised
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gogoguasco

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice property for family gatherings Clean and well equipped. Pet friendly is a plus. Great location, close to all.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable set up and beds. Very close to all tourist attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
You place was just so wonderfully accommodating. Our family had so much room to just be us.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great experience. It was a great location and close by place we wanted to good. The house was very nice and had everything we needed. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is perfect for a girls getaway! It accommodates the 7 of us. House is clean and well stocked.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Desiree L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was clean, comfortable, and beautiful. I loved the Christmas trees! Having a high chair was such a convenience away from home. Thank you for the thoughtful touches throughout!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abigail H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our second stay at the nest and we enjoyed it even more than the first time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by juana ward

Host profile image
Hi, my name is Juana I grow up helping my family work on their hotels in Argentina. Once I become a mom I wanted to be able to do something that I could do from home. Now I manage 4 rental properties !

Why they chose this property

The country nest is perfect for couples or family getaways! close to all Lancaster county has to offer.

What makes this property unique

its on walking distance from kitchen kettle shops !

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback