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Private 'Wright' Retreat Near Hershey, Gettysburg, Harrisburg

Holiday home in Mechanicsburg with fitness centre and outdoor pool

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Property grounds
A view of the house from the driveway.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 93603 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Harrisburg, PA
  • Place, Messiah College
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Paulus Farm Market
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Williams Grove Speedway
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Harrisburg, PA (MDT-Harrisburg Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private 'Wright' Retreat Near Hershey, Gettysburg, Harrisburg

This is your opportunity to stay at a very special property which is only minutes from the delights of Hershey (25 minutes), the history of Gettysburg (40 minutes)/Harrisburg (15 minutes), and Lancaster (50 minutes), or the summer or winter fun of Ski Round Top (15 minutes).

The “Wright Retreat” is a home that was designed in 1963 by a student of Frank Lloyd Wright. The home is set on a beautiful 7 acre wooded lot at the end of a quarter mile long driveway. Relax on the large 2-level back patio, overlooking the treed acreage and pool, and enjoy only the sounds and sights of the wide variety of birds (including hawks and eagles), deer and an occasional fox, or, host an event (wedding, retreat) for family and friends.

The unique aspects of this one level, 4,200 square foot home include a large corner fireplace in the living room (one of Frank Lloyd Wright’s signature features), a smaller fireplace in the master bedroom suite and a wood burning stove in the family room; built-in couches and bookshelves in the large open living room and in the family room, adjacent to the kitchen; built in desks, planters and dressers abound throughout the home; and skylights in the kitchen and master bathroom enhance the warm of the home. A second large family room/library with a large screen TV and leather furniture is a short distance away from the kitchen area. This home contains over 125 different windows, making Frank Lloyd Wright’s vision of bringing nature into your living environment, a reality.

Whether you want to escape from your hectic life, take advantage of the many activities in the surrounding area, or host an event, do it in the “Wright Retreat”!

Disclosures:

1. There is a large inground pool, which is not fenced in, and will be open from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. All renters will be required to sign a Waiver of Liability for themselves and their minor children/guests.
2. There is a variety of nature on the property. There are also free-ranged chickens on the lane. IF you would be interested in eggs, let me know!


Keywords: Frank Lloyd Wright style private retreat

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 6:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 35
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 3 total)
Pet deposit, fee, and pre-approval required.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Turn thermostats off
Start load of towels or bedsheets in washer
Leave keys on table with guestbook
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
All parties and additional guests must be pre-approved.
Execution of owners Rental Agreement must be returned prior to access of home.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mechanicsburg

Located in Mechanicsburg, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Bowmansdale Stoner Covered Bridge and John Harris-Simon Cameron Mansion are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Paulus Farm Market and Capital City Mall. Monkey Joe's and State Museum of Pennsylvania are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Harrisburg, PA

What's nearby

  • Upper Allen Dog Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Messiah College - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Paulus Farm Market - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Williams Grove Speedway - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex - 21 min drive - 23.1 km

Getting around

  • Harrisburg Transportation Center - 16 min drive
  • Harrisburg, PA (HAR-Capital City) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-Fil-A - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hoss's Steak and Sea House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Luna Italian Cuisine - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪JoJo's Pizza & Pasta - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Private 'Wright' Retreat Near Hershey, Gettysburg, Harrisburg have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Private 'Wright' Retreat Near Hershey, Gettysburg, Harrisburg pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Private 'Wright' Retreat Near Hershey, Gettysburg, Harrisburg?

Check-in begins at 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private 'Wright' Retreat Near Hershey, Gettysburg, Harrisburg?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private 'Wright' Retreat Near Hershey, Gettysburg, Harrisburg located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Upper Allen Dog Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Paulus Farm Market and Yellow Breeches Creek. Bowmansdale Stoner Covered Bridge and Messiah College are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Michael

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I acquired this unique property just a few years ago and have since come to appreciate not only the beauty and uniqueness of the property but also the vision and genius of Frank Lloyd Wright. It is truly a work of art which I hope others can enjoy and appreciate as well.

Why they chose this property

The great thing about this property, aside from the complete privacy, peace and quite, is the close proximity to so many things (Hershey Park, the history of Gettysburg, the Civil War Museum in Harrisburg, the minor league baseball park on City Island in Harrisburg, shopping and the Amish country in Lancaster, etc.). Because of the central location, you can visit a different area each day and not have far to travel.

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