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Historic 3 story Center City Row House near attractions -Washington Sq.

Holiday home with kitchen, near Rittenhouse Square

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 51457 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Rittenhouse Square
  • Place, Reading Terminal Market
  • Place, Pennsylvania Convention Center
  • Airport, Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

2nd Floor Bedroom - red room

1 Queen Bed

3rd Floor Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

2nd floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

3rd Floor Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Historic 3 story Center City Row House near attractions -Washington Sq.

This property is an entire two bedroom and two bath home on 3 stories plus a basement with washer and dryer and a roof deck. It is spacious because it is double wide - two trinity houses were combined. Located on a charming street in Philadelphia only a few blocks from historic sites like Independence Mall, City Hall and the Liberty Bell and longer walk to Philadelphia Art Museum, it is in trendy neighborhood with many top rated restaurants and shops.

The first floor has a living room and an eat-in fully equipped kitchen. The house has central heat and air conditioning. The 2nd floor has a den with fireplace and large screen TV. The bedroom on this floor has a queen bed. There is a full bath with a shower. The 3rd floor bedroom has a queen bed and one daybed in the dressing area. There is no door between the bed room and dressing area but it is around the corner. There is a full bathroom with a shower/tub combination on this floor.

There is shared garden area in the back and there is seating and a cool view on the roof deck.

The house has many amenities: wood fireplace, dishwasher, laundry, coffee maker, microwave, full refrigerator and all the essentials are there (fresh towels, linens, extra blankets, soap, hair dryer, etc.).

Just a few blocks from the PA Convention Center, a block from the Kimmel Center and near the heart of all the historic sights Philadelphia. This home has a lot to offer - a cool neighborhood with many top rated restaurants and bars, close to grocery stores and a short subway ride to South Philadelphia Sport Complex - home to Eagles, Phillies, 76ers and the Flyers.

Our home is in the middle of the Washington Square West neighborhood and it was built in 1858. It is one of the oldest and most historic areas in Philadelphia. The neighborhood is residential with historic townhouses, but also walking distance to everything in Philadelphia including many restaurants, bars, & attractions. The Pennsylvania Convention Center, Rittenhouse Square, Old City, Society Hill, South Street, Bella Vista, and Graduate Hospital are all within a five to ten minute walk. You'll find everything you might need within walking distance including a corner store, coffee shops, Whole Foods, a wine/liquor store, CVS and many top rated bars and restaurants!

**Like most houses built in the period, please be aware that this property has somewhat steep stairs. The stairs to the roof deck are VERY steep and shallow. It is not handicapped accessible.

Public transportation (bus and subway) is easily accessible. A bus stop and the subway stop (Broad Street Line) are a few blocks away. The house is within walking distance to two major train stations (Suburban Station and Jefferson Station). 30th Street Station is a ten minute Uber/Lyft/cab ride. The airport is 25 minutes by Subway or twenty minute by Uber/Lyft/cab ($28.50 is the set fare for cab + $1 for additional passengers)

Uber, Lyft, and taxis are all readily available in the area. There is also an Indego bike share station just a couple blocks from the house.

Because our home is located on a car-free street in the heart of the city, nearby street parking can be limited.

We want to make your stay in our home in Philadelphia pleasant so please let us know how we can help!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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
Pets considered - let us know what
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 866394

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Philadelphia

Located in Philadelphia, this holiday home is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Rittenhouse Square and popular attractions include Adventure Aquarium and Philadelphia Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Citizens Bank Park or Lincoln Financial Field.
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Philadelphia, PA

What's nearby

  • Rittenhouse Square - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Reading Terminal Market - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Liberty Bell Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Independence Hall - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Pennsylvania Convention Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • 12th-13th & Locust Station - 3 min walk
  • Philadelphia University City Station - 4 min drive
  • Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪254 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bud & Marilyn's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tavern On Camac - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Loch Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dirty Frank's - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic 3 story Center City Row House near attractions -Washington Sq. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic 3 story Center City Row House near attractions -Washington Sq.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic 3 story Center City Row House near attractions -Washington Sq.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic 3 story Center City Row House near attractions -Washington Sq. located?

Located in Center City, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Rittenhouse Row, Rittenhouse Square and Reading Terminal Market. Pennsylvania Convention Center and Independence Hall are also within 1 mile (2 km). 12th-13th & Locust Station is only a 3-minute walk and Walnut Locust Station is 6 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
1st visit to the city with my family of 4. Excellent location. Excellent communication with host. Would absolutely stay at this home again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, nicely appointed and very unique house in a cool neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were in town for a family wedding and had a great stay at this house! Description was accurate and it did not disappoint. Plenty of room, great location and walkable to a lot of things. Wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Concert Weekend

We loved our stay! The townhouse clean, quiet and the neighborhood is so quaint and close to the arts district.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place and location

Great place!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unbelievable location!

This townhome was exactly what we needed for our first trip to Philly! The location was perfect for sightseeing with everything a walkable distance & good proximity to public transport for visiting family in the suburbs. The property itself was safe, well maintained, comfortable, & very clean all while having 19th century charm which was so lovely to experience! Beth’s recommendation for parking in the city was perfect too. The neighborhood restaurant scene was also a plus! We would love to stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place in Heart of the City

It's a great house in the heart of the city. Walkable to many areas. Neighborhood is generally quiet. I would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were thrilled with our 4 night stay. We went to 3 Phillies games and it couldn’t have been easier to navigate the train. Very close, within walking distance. The neighborhood was lovely and within walking distance of Reading Terminal and lots of historic sites. The property was very clean and actually spacious for a row house. It slept 5 very comfortably. The check-in was seamless with the key pad on the door. Property was well stocked with everything you need. We loved the experience of staying in an authentic row house!! Highly recommend this VRBO!Also, the owner was awesome and quick to answer any questions
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris and Diana R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun place to stay in the city

Great location, beautiful street, and great communication with the host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Philadelphia Jaunt

Lovely accommodations close to everything! We really enjoyed our stay. Everything was wonderful. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

George P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

3 days in Philly

The property was aged, but not dated. All appliances worked just fine. Very clean. It was 100 degrees outside, but the AC worked so well we couldn't tell. If you like historic center Philly, near many of the sites, you'll love it! Great food just around the corner.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Center City

I enjoyed staying in this property. It made me fill like I was stepping back into history. It had a cozy feel and was close to many eateries. Perfect location if you did not rent a car and don't mind getting in your walking steps.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Philly Marathon Trip

We were in town for the Philly Marathon events and had a fantastic stay at this home. It was perfect for what we needed and very comfortable after a long day of running! We would definitely consider staying in this home again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable Home

Really convenient historical spot, sweet home away from home. Beth was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ruth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Visit to granddaughter

Had a great weekend visiting Philly and our granddaughter at Drexel.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allyson H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun in Phillt

Great house with cool historic feel. Perfect neighborhood for walking to everything. House was stocked with everything we needed for our family. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Respite in the City

My husband and I stayed at this home for a week and loved every minute of it. The home is in a wonderful location, right near anything you could want, yet also on a small road away from the noise and crowds. The home has everything you could need during your stay, and was very clean and comfortable. We cannot wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ellen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Central Location

This rental was PERFECT, the location is great, it was perfect for hanging out with the family, and had all the amenities we needed. The neighborhood is safe and so close to a lot of the iconic features of Philly. We will definitely be staying again when we visit. Even though there is no parking it didn’t hinder our experience at all, we just parked in the Hamilton garage for the weekend and it was less than 10 minute walk.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

julia w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Philadelphia home base

The street and neighborhood are charming, communications superb, and the home clean, sunny, and well equipped. First rate all around.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

FRANK K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

CONCERT GOERS & HISTORY BUFFS

GREAT PLACE AND CENTRAL TO HISTORICAL SITES, SHOPPING DISTRICTS AND MINUTES FROM THE SPORTS COMPLEX. A MUST STAY IF YOU ARE PLANNING TO TRAVEL TO PHILADELPHIA. OWNER BETH IS COMPLETELY HELPFUL AND GREAT TO WORK WITH.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cool space

The property was just as it looked in the photos online, very cozy and on a quiet street in a great part of town. It was clean, had plenty of extra blankets and pillows. Beth, the owner, also sent very detailed instructions that were great for navigating the area. Couldn't have been better
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Philadelphia Stay

We enjoyed our stay in the Philadelphia Row House. The location was perfect and we were able to walk and use the hop on, hop off busses for transportation. The neighborhood is fun and we loved the quiet street we were on. Our group consisted of teens through a senior citizen and the house worked for us. The stairs are steep, so step carefully.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious

The location was so convenient and the space really worked for our family. One of us had to do some work while there and another had to do a remote class and no one felt cramped. The rooftop balcony was fun but it was 95 when we were there so too hot to really enjoy it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly J., Broken arrow

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location, Location, Location!!

Short subway ride to sports complex, everything else was walking distance. House was great, had a glass of wine on the roof. Showers were great, beds were comfortable. The lay out gave us space, yet brought us together. Plenty of dishes and other household items as well. Thank you so much Beth, this vacation was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy F., Madison, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Philly Getaway Home

Communication with Beth was fantastic from the very beginning. Her pre-arrival attention to detail is the best I have ever experienced in my many years of VRBO. The location of the home is absolutely perfect for all of our Philly favorites, including family. Our stay was cut short by a massive tree falling down at home, so although we didn’t get to enjoy as much as we wanted it exceeded all of our needs. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

About the host

Hosted by Beth

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My name is Beth L, my husband and I live in Connecticut. My husband Dan was born in Philly and is an Eagles season ticket holder so we are in town a lot. We purchased this property while our daughter was attending Temple University. This is us at Penn's Landing on New Year's eve for the fireworks - it was cold then but it's lovely walk in the other seasons! My daughter has since graduated but lives in the "City of Brotherly Love" a few blocks away so she can help visitors out.

Why they chose this property

We picked this property because it is so close to the Broad Street Septa subway line - easy to Temple, easy to Philly Sport Complex. Our daughter lived here during her college years. It is in the heart of City but on quiet no car cobblestone street. With three floors, there is plenty of space for the whole family.

What makes this property unique

The house is in the middle of Center City but has a historic feel.

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English, Spanish

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