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Williams House - 6-Bedroom Victorian Retreat & River Trailhead

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A spacious foyer with a wooden staircase, a chandelier, and a view into a living area through glass doors.
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.
A dining room with a wooden table, chairs, a chandelier, a fireplace, and a mirror on the wall.
A spacious living room with hardwood floors, a large patterned rug, a sofa, a chair, and a fireplace.
A two-story house with a gabled roof, a front porch, and a chimney.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Allegheny River
Sleeps 12•6 bedrooms•6 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Oil City, PA
  • Place, Allegheny River
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Samuel Justus Recreation Trail
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Oil City Library
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Franklin, PA (FKL-Venango Regional)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1 (Venango)

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 (Belles Lettres)

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3 (Transit)

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4 (Cornplanter)

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5 (Latonia)

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6 (Hasson)

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1 (Venango)

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

Bathroom 2 (Cornplanter, Transit, Belles Lettres)

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

Bathroom 3 (Latonia & Hasson)

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

Bathroom 4 (Ground Floor)

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Williams House - 6-Bedroom Victorian Retreat & River Trailhead

Journey back in time in the immaculately preserved 1885 Victorian home of F.D. Williams, President of Rockefeller’s National Transit Company a block off the Allegheny River. A 6 bedroom boutique retreat with luxury mattresses, full amenities, cozy fireplaces, intricate woodwork & stained-glass windows with a fenced-in garden w/stone fireplace & pond where you can relax with morning coffee or after cycling or paddling along the river. A perfect venue for couples, families & groups.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Advance Per head event fee paid to property host
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Place all towels in washer, load with soap and start on normal setting at checkout.
Please strip all beds of sheets and place on the floor at checkout
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Renters MUST pay ADVANCE per head event charge to property host for attendees of events held anywhere on the property. Please inquire before booking

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4456088vb
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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 40
Note from host: Advance Per head event fee paid to property host
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
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

Oil City

Oil City is home to this holiday home. Seneca Square and Cranberry Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Oil Creek State Park and Allegheny River. Travelling with kids? Consider Venango Museum of Art, Science and Industry, or check out an event or a game at Lockhart Raceway. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and hunting.
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Oil City, PA

What's nearby

  • Allegheny River - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Samuel Justus Recreation Trail - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Oil City Library - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Venango Museum of Art, Science and Industry - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Grove City Premium Outlets - 58 min drive - 73.5 km

Getting around

  • Franklin, PA (FKL-Venango Regional) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪TrAils To Ales Brewery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Scierkas Tavern - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Williams House - 6-Bedroom Victorian Retreat & River Trailhead pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Williams House - 6-Bedroom Victorian Retreat & River Trailhead?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Williams House - 6-Bedroom Victorian Retreat & River Trailhead?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Williams House - 6-Bedroom Victorian Retreat & River Trailhead?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Williams House - 6-Bedroom Victorian Retreat & River Trailhead located?

This family-friendly Oil City holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Oil Region National Heritage Area and Allegheny River. Samuel Justus Recreation Trail and Oil City Library are also within 10 minutes.

About the host

Hosted by Andrew Tabler

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I'm an Oil City native now in Washington, DC. I work with my hometown friends and relatives to help visitors experience Oil City in its Victorian heyday.

Why they chose this property

Its the most beautiful part of Oil City!

What makes this property unique

Victorian charm (original woodwork and stained glass windows) with all the modern conveniences (AC's, HDTVs, High Speed Internet, Comfy beds)

Languages:

English, Arabic

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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