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Historic Family Home 2 Mi to Lake Erie & Zoo!

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Interior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, internet
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
TV

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4121 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Historic Family Home 2 Mi to Lake Erie & Zoo!

Comfort and convenience await you in this historic Erie neighborhood! If you’re traveling with kids, they’ll love nearby attractions like the Erie Zoo and Splash Lagoon, while everyone in the family can enjoy the Erie Maritime Museum and Lake Erie Arboretum. Easily access Lake Erie at Perry Square Park, just under 2 miles away, then come home to relax and unwind at this 2-bedroom, 1-bath vacation rental, boasting a Smart TV, a full kitchen, cozy living area, and spacious yard.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Wheelchair Ramp | Smart TV | Large Yard | 1,300 Sq Ft

Whether you’re in town to visit family at the local colleges or explore Lake Erie, this 1865 townhome is centrally located near a long list of popular attractions that is sure to satisfy the adventurer within.

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Additional Sleeping: Pack ‘n Play, Crib

KITCHEN: Well-equipped, cooking basics, dishware/flatware, microwave, toaster, Keurig coffee maker, 3-person breakfast bar, trash bags, paper towels
INDOOR LIVING: L-shaped couch, decorative fireplace, dining table, ceiling fan
GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens/towels, iron/ironing board, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, high chair, hangers, central A/C
FAQ: Access by wheelchair ramp or 6 stairs to enter, staircase to access all bedrooms, pet fee (paid pre-trip)
PARKING: Garage (2 vehicles), driveway (6 vehicles), RV/Trailer parking, free street parking

-- THE LOCATION --

ATTRACTIONS: Perry Square Park (1.8 miles), Erie Art Museum (1.9 miles), Erie Maritime Museum (2.4 miles), Bicentennial Tower (2.5 miles), Presque Isle Downs & Casino (5.0 miles)
FAMILY FRIENDLY: Erie Zoo (1.4 miles), expERIEnce Childrens Museum (2.0 miles), Waldameer & Water World (4.5 miles), Splash Lagoon (5.1 miles)
OUTDOOR ACTIVITY: Lake Erie Arboretum at Frontier (2.2 miles), Presque Isle State Park (4.6 miles), Asbury Woods (6.2 miles), Six Mile Creek Park (11.3 miles)
COLLEGES: Gannon University (1.8 miles), Mercyhurst University (2.9 miles), Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (3.6 miles), Penn State Erie - The Behrend College (7.3 miles), Edinboro University of Pennsylvania (21.3 miles)
SHOPPING & DINING: Peach Street Marketplace (4.5 miles), Millcreek Mall Complex (4.6 miles)
NEARBY: Buffalo (93.1 miles), Cleveland (101 miles), Pittsburgh (126 miles)
AIRPORT: Erie International Airport (5.5 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $80 fee (+ fees & taxes)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This property features a wheelchair ramp or 6 stairs to enter and all bedrooms are located upstairs which may be difficult for guests with limited mobility

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Street parking available
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Yard
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Power boating nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Hunting nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1300 sq ft (121 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

440365

About the neighborhood

Map
Erie, Pennsylvania

What's nearby

  • Warner Theatre - 4 min drive
  • Erie Zoo - 4 min drive
  • UPMC Hamot - 5 min drive
  • Bayfront Convention Center - 5 min drive
  • Millcreek Mall - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Erie Station - 2 min drive
  • Erie, PA (ERI-Erie Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪International Bakery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Siebenbuerger Club - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Whippy Dip - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Arby's - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Family Home 2 Mi to Lake Erie & Zoo! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Family Home 2 Mi to Lake Erie & Zoo!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Family Home 2 Mi to Lake Erie & Zoo!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Family Home 2 Mi to Lake Erie & Zoo! located?

Situated on the beach, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of All an Act Theatre Production, Gannon University, and Erie Zoo. Erie Playhouse and UPMC Park are also within 2 mi (3 km). Erie Station is 21 minutes by foot.

Historic Family Home 2 Mi to Lake Erie & Zoo! Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 28 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Aimee M.

As advertised
Everything was as listed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Alice C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient and well updated
The rental is one unit of a duplex in a historic home. The apartment has been nicely updated with new kitchen, central air, etc. The layout is perfect for families. It was easy to get into town and down to Millcreek for activities, and only 10 minutes from Presque Isle. The downsides are that the neighborhood isn't great, the building shows its age and could use some attention, and the outdoor space is overgrown and not really useable. Plus sides: The beds are comfortable. The master bedroom is a great size, with a separate sun room perfect for kids. The shower has terrific water pressure.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Allison A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little family get away
Cute historic house. Everything was provided. Only thing that bothered us is shower liner needs replaced, a good amount of mold on it.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Karen S R.

Needs work
The house was sufficiently clean so we did stay. The high use surfaces were wiped clean and we didn’t see any cobwebs as the previous visitors did. The outside of the building and the landscaping needs much improvement. Right outside the back door the area stays wet leading to swarms of mosquitoes.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Melissa K.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Caution when entering
My friends were very disappointed in the condition of the house compared to the pictures posted on the site to rent it. The steps leading up to the house are dangerous as they are deteriorating severely. And the ramp was completely covered in weeds, unable to even be used. The furniture and table on the porches are filthy. And as you will see in the pictures porches are in desperate need of being cleaned. The grass is very high both front yard & back. No way of even enjoying what could be a beautiful backyard because the grass is so high. Upon entering the home, we found cobwebs in pretty much every corner & across door ways. I’d say the bare minimum of cleaning is what we found. And knowing there were 4 of us, there weren’t even enough towels & wash rags for 2 days with a total of 5 towels & 6 wash rags & no washing machine to even wash them so we had them to use. Yet we were told they were provided. To say we were disappointed is an understatement. We should be refunded AT LEAST half of our fee if not all for the deceitful ad.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abby

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay in this house! Very conveniently located near the lake. Lots of dining and grocery options nearby. Overall a super comfy and nice stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Mary W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls weekend
Neat little place, close to everything. There is a small issue of tiny ants in kitchen...Parked in driveway, but could have used the garage if we wanted. Neighborhood nice, all well kept homes. Very old house that makes it charming.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Adam N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing old home
Overall a great time and place although waking up to ants eating our bagels wasn’t the best but no biggie.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern kitchen, spacious living room, quiet neighborhood, and very responsive host. The house is 15 minutes away from the waterfront.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jean M., Johnstown, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Historic House in Erie
This was an updated very old historic half of a house in Erie. It was relatively clean but some spots were not and it had a couple leaks in the ceiling/walls. The location was close to Erie beaches, Waldameer Park and the Erie Zoo, which was nice.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Historic Home
Very pleased with our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient and clean
This Airbnb is located right in the city of Erie and is very convenient. The Host is attentive with instructions and suggestions and the house is clean and well stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tessa R.

Liked: Cleanliness
New Years in Erie PA
The check in process was easy and Alyssa was an excellent host! House was beautiful, clean, and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meredith S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property close to everything
This a a beautiful old house. It was perfect for our family of 4. It was about 15 minutes from the beach and 5 minutes from Seawolf stadium. Nice a quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Historic home
We had a great experience staying here. The location was convenient and the neighborhood was quiet. It was on a busy street but you couldn’t tell once inside the residence. The house had everything we needed for our stay. We will definitely consider staying here again next time we visit Erie.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

lillian F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super cute historic home with lots of character
This house so was cute and cozy to stay in, and the host was so kind during the check in process. It was pretty clean, although there was some dog hair, We have dogs at home so are used to it. The kitchen was decently stocked but could use a sharp knife and cookie sheet. The beds were comfortable and the pack and play was very convenient and appreciated, but would recommend bringing a sheet for it. The front room where the pack and play is was not equipped with black out blinds of any sort so we did pull it into the main bedroom. This house is close to all the main attractions and was in a quiet neighborhood. We really enjoyed our stay! Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Tracy R.

Erie house
Great central location, great house, mostly clean, floors dirty, we vacuumed whole house ourselves except steps. Having a toddler clean floors are a must.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Abigail F.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Okay for Families, Not for
I think this all comes down to what your needs are. This house might be a good layout for a small family, but it's not set up for multiple adults. One person in our party had to work and the only place for her to sit was at the kitchen table, which meant we couldn't be downstairs at all b/c it's an open plan. There is ample room outside, but limited furniture. The two queen beds are comfortable, but there's room for a King in the main bedroom. Additionally, there is an inexplicable pack-and-play taking up the entire front room upstairs that could easily be a workspace or even a single/day bed. I think this is a newer set up, but a lot is missing from the kitchen as well. There isn't a dishwasher, which means you have to trust the people who stayed here before you to clean dishes properly (won't happen). Additionally, there isn't a single knife in the unit, nor any bakeware to use in the oven. We ended up going to our friends house to use their kitchen instead b/c we couldn't prep or cook here. The neighborhood is quiet and there is plenty of street parking, though there were a lot of fireworks the week we were there.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dana B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, charming, and overall excellent!
Exactly as advertised. Gorgeous historic home away from home 🏠
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

maria n.

Liked: Cleanliness
Erie, PA
The property is awesome! We celebrated my granddaughter's 6th birthday in Erie Pa. so were there for the weekend. Everything about the property was wonderful. Warm and cozy inside plenty of hot water and clean as any clean freak could hope for. I highly recommend this property if you are visiting. Oh, and check in effortless!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022