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Historic Home on Gay Street.
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area
West Chester, PA
- Place, Chester County Historical Society5 min walk
- Place, West Chester University of Pennsylvania9 min walk
- Place, Chester County Hospital3 min drive
- Airport, Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)40 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
About this property
Historic Home on Gay Street.
About this space
Welcome to historic downtown West Chester, PA. This freshly renovated historic home boasts 2 Queen bedrooms and 2 full baths, sleeping 6. Amenities and accommodation await behind the lavender door. This home is nestled on one of the most desirable blocks in the borough that boasts 260 years of history. Convenience, history, haven, and limitless adventures begin with your stay at 236 W Gay street. Take a look behind the lavender door.
The space
Welcome to historic downtown West Chester, PA. This freshly renovated historic home boasts 2 Queen bedrooms and 2 full baths, sleeping 6. Amenities and accommodation await behind the lavender door. This home is nestled on one of the most desirable blocks in the borough that boasts 260 years of history. You are immediately welcomed into the primary living room of the home, with a bright and airy ambiance, accented by a fireplace focal feature. This area of the home is bathed in natural light and an ideal place to unwind after your day of perusing the bevy of local shops and restaurants afforded by this borough locale. The traditional floor plan transitions into the formal dining room with seating for 6, and onto the spacious kitchen. With all of the conveniences of home, in addition to holding ample prep and storage space, this area gives you the comfortability of creating your own culinary delights throughout your stay. To the rear of the home you will find the recreational comfort of the second living room. Unwind with a movie, challenge others to a board game, or start your day with a book and espresso pairing. This secondary living room also holds a Queen Sofabed and adjoins to a full bath and laundry. This space also allows you to blend indoor and outdoor living with ease. Dine al fresco and enjoy a pairing of wine from one of Chester County's wineries such as Chaddsford Winery or Penns Woods Winery on the private patio. The secondary floor of living boasts two spacious bedrooms with Queen beds and a full bath, providing you all of the creature comforts of home. Parking garage access is also a bonus feature of this West Chester abode.
236 W Gay street is perched in the heart of West Chester, PA, the county "seat" as it is called. With a plethora of options for dining, (Opa Taverna, Limoncello, Mercato, Greystone, and D'Ascemzo's Gelato), shopping (including the renowned King of Prussia Mall), historic tours, wineries (Chaddsford Winery, Penns Woods Winery, Galer Estate Vineyard and Winery) and more. The home is minutes to the esteemed attraction of Longwood Gardens, nestled near the Brandywine Battlefield, close to historic Valley Forge, as well as steps from West Chester University. The home is also central to many local hiking trails, streams for fishing, and canoeing, Marsh Creek Lake for calm beaches, paddleboarding, sailing, and more. The Brandywine River Valley has endless outdoor escapes.
Convenience, history, haven, and limitless adventures begin with your stay at 236 W Gay street. Take a look behind the lavender door.
Guest access
Whole House with one car detached garage
Welcome to historic downtown West Chester, PA. This freshly renovated historic home boasts 2 Queen bedrooms and 2 full baths, sleeping 6. Amenities and accommodation await behind the lavender door. This home is nestled on one of the most desirable blocks in the borough that boasts 260 years of history. Convenience, history, haven, and limitless adventures begin with your stay at 236 W Gay street. Take a look behind the lavender door.
The space
Welcome to historic downtown West Chester, PA. This freshly renovated historic home boasts 2 Queen bedrooms and 2 full baths, sleeping 6. Amenities and accommodation await behind the lavender door. This home is nestled on one of the most desirable blocks in the borough that boasts 260 years of history. You are immediately welcomed into the primary living room of the home, with a bright and airy ambiance, accented by a fireplace focal feature. This area of the home is bathed in natural light and an ideal place to unwind after your day of perusing the bevy of local shops and restaurants afforded by this borough locale. The traditional floor plan transitions into the formal dining room with seating for 6, and onto the spacious kitchen. With all of the conveniences of home, in addition to holding ample prep and storage space, this area gives you the comfortability of creating your own culinary delights throughout your stay. To the rear of the home you will find the recreational comfort of the second living room. Unwind with a movie, challenge others to a board game, or start your day with a book and espresso pairing. This secondary living room also holds a Queen Sofabed and adjoins to a full bath and laundry. This space also allows you to blend indoor and outdoor living with ease. Dine al fresco and enjoy a pairing of wine from one of Chester County's wineries such as Chaddsford Winery or Penns Woods Winery on the private patio. The secondary floor of living boasts two spacious bedrooms with Queen beds and a full bath, providing you all of the creature comforts of home. Parking garage access is also a bonus feature of this West Chester abode.
236 W Gay street is perched in the heart of West Chester, PA, the county "seat" as it is called. With a plethora of options for dining, (Opa Taverna, Limoncello, Mercato, Greystone, and D'Ascemzo's Gelato), shopping (including the renowned King of Prussia Mall), historic tours, wineries (Chaddsford Winery, Penns Woods Winery, Galer Estate Vineyard and Winery) and more. The home is minutes to the esteemed attraction of Longwood Gardens, nestled near the Brandywine Battlefield, close to historic Valley Forge, as well as steps from West Chester University. The home is also central to many local hiking trails, streams for fishing, and canoeing, Marsh Creek Lake for calm beaches, paddleboarding, sailing, and more. The Brandywine River Valley has endless outdoor escapes.
Convenience, history, haven, and limitless adventures begin with your stay at 236 W Gay street. Take a look behind the lavender door.
Guest access
Whole House with one car detached garage
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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: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 3–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
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 first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
West Chester
West Chester is home to this holiday home. Baldwin's Book Barn and Brandywine Picnic Park are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Exton Square Mall and Chadds Ford Village & Barn Shops. QVC Studio Park and Play-A-Round Golf are also worth visiting.
West Chester, PA
What's nearby
- Chester County Historical Society - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
- Everhart Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- West Chester University of Pennsylvania - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Marshall Square - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Chester County Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Bier and Loathing - 4 min walk
- Kildare's Irish Pub - 4 min walk
- Sedona Taphouse West Chester - 3 min walk
- Gemelli - Artisanal Gelato & Dessert Cafe - 5 min walk
- Nudy's Cafe - 2 min walk
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Reviews
10
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10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
30 Dec, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Deborah R.
13 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Deborah R.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shelley K.
15 Jan, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shelley K.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Courtney T.
18 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Courtney T.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lori C.
15 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lori C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Val D.
2 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Val D.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Andre S.
11 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in a great location
Andre S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Stefanie W.
5 Apr, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Historic Charm Near Campus
Stefanie W.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
rodney l.
4 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
rodney l.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Susan F.
24 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Susan F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael W.
13 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome spot in town
Michael W.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cathery s.
6 Apr, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family gathering
Cathery s.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
donna E.
31 Dec, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another Great Stay
donna E.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bern R.
24 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay
Bern R.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kim L.
18 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family stay for wedding
Kim L.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cathy M.
10 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
Cathy M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Georgianne B.
20 Nov, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming historic townhouse
Georgianne B.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Andrew M.
12 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truly wonderful
Andrew M.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lynda T.
20 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location, charming town.
Lynda T.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Matt Y.
14 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terrific!
Matt Y.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sarah M.
26 Feb, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House
Sarah M.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Wendy K.
25 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Wendy K.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
DANIEL M.
9 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Longwood Garden
DANIEL M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Maryrose H.
17 Jan, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family visit to West Chester
Maryrose H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tim W.
3 Sept, 2024
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