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Historic French Country Farmhouse on 14 Pastoral Acres Next to Covered Bridge<br>

Historic French Country Farmhouse on 14 Pastoral Acres Next to Covered Bridge<br>

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Main farmhouse built 1846
Imagine yourself arriving by horse and buggy to this beautiful farmhouse in Lanc
Snow and ski sports
Views of bridge through window.
Exterior

Overview of Historic French Country Farmhouse on 14 Pastoral Acres Next to Covered Bridge<br>

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
5 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 9195 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

Map
Lititz, PA
  • AirportReading, PA (RDG-Reading Regional)33 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs Bathroom

Toilet

Upstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

Historic French Country Farmhouse on 14 Pastoral Acres Next to Covered Bridge<br>

Located in the heart of Lancaster County, quietly nestled in the historic area of Ephrata and Lititz. The property features two separate rentals on 14 scenic acres, surrounded by Amish and Mennonite farms, with views of cornfields, farmland, pastoral grazing sheep, and a picturesque winding tree-lined creek complete with a covered bridge. All of this only yards from the property.

THE MAIN HOUSE
The main house is a 1840’s restored farmhouse with 5 bedrooms, large great room with a brick fireplace and 16’ cathedral ceiling, newly renovated kitchen, living room, dining room, and 1 ½ bathrooms, surrounded by mature trees. The front of the house was built on a stone wall with a brick patio overlooking the creek and covered bridge. There is a wraparound porch with a porch swing, an additional brick patio, a sunken patio with garden and bronze fountain, and a stone stamped concrete patio in back. All areas have seating. There are many opportunities to enjoy the beauty of the outside, while relaxing in the numerous outdoor seating areas.
A quaint cottage with outdoor patio near the main house is available to rent, if additional guest accommodations are required. See Vrbo listing #4868532.

WELCOME TO PROVENCE
Envelope yourself in the French country charm of the house as you enter and are greeted by the larger than life French chef and surrounded in the warm, rich colors of Provence. Each room has elements of the French countryside from the French framed posters and wall hangings, carved armoires, pottery, parquet dining table, and light fixtures to the Pierre Deux lampshades, pillows, and custom made dust ruffles and pillow shams. Relax in the spacious family room with 16’ cathedral ceiling and large paned glass picture window with views of the beautiful fields. Off the family room is a bedroom with a single daybed dressed in Pierre Deux fabric and a ½ bath. The kitchen features granite counter tops and custom locally milled walnut cabinets with large counter, original wood floors, and iron French chandelier. Throughout the house, wood floors prevail. The large living room and dining room areas have tapestry valances and coordinating area rugs. As you enter this space, a collection of clay pots and a French oak china cabinet filled with French santons and decorative plates add to the French ambience of the rooms. Above the French oak dining room table hangs a beautiful antique French bronze chandelier. The living room has carved French sofa and side chairs and a beautiful carved oak sideboard with candlelight fixtures. Upstairs, there are 4 bedrooms, each with custom coordinating drapes and bed skirts and all featuring Pierre Deux fabrics.
The full bath with tub and shower can also be found on this floor.




Property manager

Berlinger, Michael
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed
Service dogs must have documentation when boo

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking will initiate a damage claim.
All bookings by HomeAway format. NO alternate payment methods accepted.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

North America

Map
Lititz, PA

Getting around

  • Lancaster Station - 17 min drive
  • Lancaster, PA (LNS) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 7 min drive
  • Dairy Queen - 6 min drive
  • Hillside Public House - 7 min drive
  • Gus's Keystone Family Restaurant - 4 min drive
  • Pancake Farm - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic French Country Farmhouse on 14 Pastoral Acres Next to Covered Bridge<br> pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic French Country Farmhouse on 14 Pastoral Acres Next to Covered Bridge<br>?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic French Country Farmhouse on 14 Pastoral Acres Next to Covered Bridge<br>?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic French Country Farmhouse on 14 Pastoral Acres Next to Covered Bridge<br> located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Ephrata Cloister, Olio Olive Oils & Balsamics, and High Sports Family Fun Center. The Green Dragon Farmer's Market and Lititz Springs Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Katrina W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas with family
This was our second stay for Christmas with family. The house is perfect for everyone to have their own bedroom. The first floor bedroom and 1/2 bath are especially convenient for my mother-in-law. The large living room with the fireplace was a great place for us all to gather and exchange gifts. We did have to ask local relatives to bring extra tables and chairs because the dining room table only accommodated 6 to 8 people. Spotty, slow wifi can be frustrating, but we made do. All in all a nice place to stay to get everyone together.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend with the grandparents
A beautiful country house weekend with kids, parents, and grandparents. Activities included short drives to Lititz (Wilbur's chocolate, Sturgis pretzels) and Lancaster (Tanger outlets and Turkey Hill Experience). We enjoyed the home by sitting on the front porch and watching horse and buggys cross the covered bridge, horses and goats grazing across the street, fishing and wading in the creek, and exploring the property. Nice big kitchen to cook, grill and eat outdoors, and ping pong in the basement. Comfy beds and plenty of space to spread out.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Katrina W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas stay back home in PA
We had a wonderful stay at Michael's property. It was a perfect spot to celebrate Christmas with our family. The Viking stove is great. We made Christmas dinner for the family which included my sisters, mother, and mother-in-law who all live locally. My husband and I grew up in the area, but are the only one's who have moved out of state. We were there during the extreme cold snap with temperatures in the single digits. The house was cozy and warm. The only exception was the upstairs bedroom that relied on a space heater. Our son said a small circulating fan on the heater would have helped keep the room warmer. There was plenty of space to eat, relax, play games, and put together a few puzzles while visiting with family. The house is charming and we appreciated the architecture, wood floors, deep window sills, and the decor. I regret that because of the weather we were not able to enjoy the wrap around porch and other outside areas. I am sure it is very relaxing in the warmer months, sitting on the porch and watching the water pass under the covered bridge just a few steps away. We watched from the windows instead. The only reason I did not give it 5 stars was because of the lack of lighting on the brick pathway leading up to the house. There appeared to be lights there but they were not working. We had to warn everyone to watch their footing as the one step was in the shadows. Michael was an excellent host. Answered all of my questions. When we arrived he made sure we knew everything necessary for our stay. He also checked in with us as the rain subsided and the temperatures dropped letting us know where we could find salt for the walkway if necessary. Everyone in our group thought the house was great, and they are hoping to stay there again. I would definitely recommend the property to anyone who wants to be away from the tourist areas, but close enough to make easy trips to the "attractions," and who appreciates the charm of an old house with all it details.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Barbara K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious & charming, but could use a deep cleaning.
The house was spacious and perfect for what we needed. Mike was very communicative and responded quickly. Kitchen was well-equipped, and towels & linens were clean. However, the place could benefit from a deep cleaning. There were several areas (inside and outside) where we found a build-up of dust, cobwebs, and spiders/dead insects. We understand that this is an old house, but these areas seem unchecked. Some of the pans and counters in the kitchen also had food particles stuck to them. Aside from that, we did enjoy the overall stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
perfect extended family stay
Absolutely picturesque, both outside and inside. Beautiful, well kept lawn for the kids to play in and lovely creek for fishing or just sitting by. Mike is an absolutely wonderful host. Very sorry to leave and very much hope we'll have the occasion to come back in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

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