Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 4
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Beautiful Country House Convenient Location
All the amenities you would find in a luxury hotel room in a large, designer-furnished home surrounded by gardens and a wooded, private setting. Originally built in 1851, this historic property has been well maintained and updated and with the conveniences of a modern home. Since this home is a full-time vacation rental, you will not feel like you are invading anyone's personal space!
Location:
In beautiful Chadds Ford near a covered bridge that crosses the Brandywine River, park land with walking trails, tubing, fishing and picnic areas are right down the street! Also conveniently located within about ten minutes from popular wedding venues, golf courses and local attractions including : Wilmington CC Greenville CC Dupont CC Vicmead Bidderman Fieldstone Longwood Gardens Winterthur Brandywine River Museum Hagley Museum Terrain 15 minutes from West Chester, Kennett Square and Downtown Wilmington. 35 minutes from Philadelphia.
Property and Exterior Features:
Surrounded by woods on three sides which provide total privacy, this large property boasts gorgeous gardens and open spaces situated under a canopy of trees. Built into the stone foundation where a historic building used to stand, is a pergola with twinkle lights and dining table that seats 14. A large stone fire pit encircled by Adirondack chairs and a game area for corn hole and horseshoes sit beside the dining area. A stone patio with chairs and a table for lounging and gas grill are located outside the french doors to the sunroom. A screened porch with dining table are located off the kitchen.
Game Barn
There's a fun activity for everyone in the large game room located in the upper part of the barn. Air hockey, foosball, ping pong and darts!
Bedrooms and work spaces
Six spacious bedrooms are furnished with beautiful linens, plenty of pillows, rugs, roman shades for privacy and room darkening, streaming tv's, a robe, luggage rack, clock and wifi. Three work spaces with desks are located on the second floor and in bedrooms three and five.
Kitchen and Dining Room
The large kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need to prepare meals for family and friends. There is an island with three stools, a double door refrigerator with ice maker, a beverage fridge with another ice maker, up-to-date appliances. Snacks, coffee, tea, condiments, oils and spices are stocked and ready for you to use and enjoy. The large dining room has a table that can seat ten, and a second table that can be added if additional seating is needed. Two sets of dinnerware and serving dishes are on hand for big groups.
Living Room and Sunroom
The bright and airy living room has two comfortable seating areas, a 65" flat screen tv with cable and Roku, a collection of books featuring local sites and history, games and cozy throw blankets. The sunroom has a bar area stocked with tons of glassware, a table for games or dining, comfortable seating and a beautiful view of the gardens and property. French doors open to a large patio with more seating and a gas grill.
Bathrooms and Mudroom/Laundry Room
All bathrooms are modernly updated and furnished with everything you need including: plenty of towels, toiletries, bath mats, make-up mirrors, hair dryers, q-tips, cotton balls and tissues.
Kids and Pets
For our youngest guests we have a full-size crib, high chair, bed rails, a safety gate, infant tub, and toys, books and games suitable for a variety of ages. Up to two dogs are welcome with a pet fee of $175 per stay. A dog bed, gate, bowls, treats and a towel for wet paws are available for your canine travel buddies. All pets are welcome to visit on the first floor of the house and stay in the mudroom when families are not on the property. Owners will be held responsible for any damage caused by pets.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No smoking or vaping inside house or barn
Fireplace flues in kitchen and bedroom #2 are not working properly.
Keep music volume to a minimum outside
Basement, attic, barn storage area, spring house and fenced garden areas should not be entered by guests.
Place trash in receptacles in garage
Cars must park in driveway. If extra parking is required, please contact host about which grassy areas are best for cars.
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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Chadds Ford
Chadds Ford is home to this holiday home. Mount Cuba Astronomical Observatory and Brandywine Picnic Park are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Chadds Ford Village & Barn Shops and Booth's Corner Farmers Market. Travelling with kids? Consider Brandywine Zoo and Ice Works Skating Complex.
Winterthur Museum, Garden and Library - 13 min drive - 8.9 km
Nemours Mansion and Gardens - 16 min drive - 12.3 km
Wilmington Riverwalk - 19 min drive - 17.4 km
Delaware Park Racetrack and Slots - 28 min drive - 24.8 km
Getting around
Media Station - 19 min drive
Wilmington, DE (ILG-New Castle) - 26 min drive
Restaurants
Wawa - 3 min drive
Wawa - 5 min drive
Chick-fil-A - 6 min drive
Panera Bread - 5 min drive
Starbucks - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Beautiful Country House Convenient Location pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful Country House Convenient Location?
As of 2 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful Country House Convenient Location on 29 Dec, 2024 start from S$938, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Beautiful Country House Convenient Location?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beautiful Country House Convenient Location?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beautiful Country House Convenient Location?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is Beautiful Country House Convenient Location located?
This family-friendly Chadds Ford holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Brandywine Creek, Brandywine Valley and Brandywine Creek State Park. Brandywine Battlefield is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had a wonderful time. The house had everything we needed. Very well decorated and clean. It was a perfect spot to gather as a family to honor my Dad.
This property is truly stunning - both inside and out! Had the pleasure of staying here with family for our son’s wedding and couldn’t have asked for nicer accommodations. The owner, Cindy, was wonderful to work with and has created a simply beautiful setting.
Beautiful home and accommodating host. All six bedrooms were beautiful and comfortable. Large well equipped kitchen. Inviting indoor and outdoor space.
This house is gorgeous, unique, well equipped, clean, and served as a perfect place to celebrate a 90 year old birthday. Communication with Cindy was perfect. Best house I have rented.
We had a great experience with this host and location. As described with great communication.
The only thing I would note is to bring bug spray as there are ticks and beetles in the home and around the property.
Rachael Z.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar, 2023
Thanks for your stay Rachael. Outdoors in the spring in a wooded setting, insects are to be expected. Bug spray is a good suggestion and we will leave some in the house for our guests who wish to use it.
Our large family group stayed at this unique historic home for our daughter's wedding. A rare opportunity to stay in a home built in the 1850's. All modern amenities but the charm and decor are off the charts. The gardens and fire pit area are lovely. I would recommend this property to anyone who loves historic homes and would like a unique experience. The host was easy to contact as well.
Sylvia R.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept, 2024
Sylvia was a wonderful guest who left the house in excellent condition. She communicated well and was respectful to the house rules. We would be delighted to host her again and would be happy to recommend her to other hosts!
This house was among the best I have stayed in on VRBO. We were 6 professional men celebrating our 60 year friendship starting from grade school.
The house was perfect, one room for each and amazingly clean with everything we needed.
This Chadds Ford home exceeded our expectations. Although it was built in 1851, it has been updated to provide all of today's conveniences while still keeping its historic charm. Our family of 9 (7 adults, 3 yr old, 1 yr old) enjoyed the comfortable and spacious rooms, as well as views of the beautiful property and local wildlife. The owner responded promptly to our questions and entry was convenient and easy. The cold weather did not allow us to utilize the unheated gameroom or firepit area but we still thoroughly enjoyed our Christmas week stay.
My extended family stayed together here and just loved everything about this home. There were 14 of us and we had plenty of room. The beds were very comfy as well as the various seating areas. The home is beautifully appointed and feels so cozy. There were more than enough supplies such as towels, dishes, soaps and games. The games in the barn were an added bonus. We enjoyed plenty of time outdoors where there was ample seating for everyone and space for the kids to run about. The property is so peaceful. I would definitely recommend staying here
Ten friends and I gathered here for the weekend for my 65th birthday. There was a snowstorm on our arrival day, but Cindy made sure the driveway was navigable and the steps were clear. The house is absolutely beautiful, clean, and very well supplied. The location is lovely. We felt like we were in the middle of an Andrew Wyeth painting, with the snowy woods and fields all around. The kitchen and dining room were perfect for cooking and enjoying a complicated dinner for the eleven of us. The six bedrooms (on the second and third floors) are gorgeous and comfortable, and quite private. And there is a large living room for gathering, as well as a smaller sitting room. It was perfect for our party. We kept hoping we would get snowed in and not be able to leave! Also, communication with our host was seamless. Thank you, Cindy!
Agatha A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
About the host
Your host
I have lived in Chadds Ford for most of my adult life, and I love this area! Working as an interior designer for the past 28 years and in hospitality before that, I have gained a sense of what it takes to make a home feel comfortable, well appointed and fun for guests. I am an animal and nature lover, and evidence of this can be seen throughout the homes I design.
Why they chose this property
Pergola with table for 16 Fire Pit Game Barn Patio & grill Screen Porch 6 Large Bedrooms Ample parking Laundry Room 65" TV & cable in LR, 5 streaming TV's in bedrooms Work spaces Stocked kitchen Super convient location