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IN-GROUND POOL, Large Private Fenced Yard, Dining Gazebo, Outdoor Kitchen/Bath

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Outdoor pool
Smart TV, DVD player, stereo
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 15232 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

IN-GROUND POOL, Large Private Fenced Yard, Dining Gazebo, Outdoor Kitchen/Bath

Hershey, Gettysburg, and the Dutch Country/Lancaster County are at your fingertips, yet you'll enter your own private retreat in this comfortable home on a large corner lot with majestic oak, maple, and dogwood trees in a peaceful neighborhood. You will be conveniently located to all the attractions of Central PA, with Hershey 30 minutes to the East, Gettysburg 30 minutes to the West, and the Amish Country 45 minutes South of us. Ski Roundtop is a short 9 miles from the house! There is easy access to PA Interstates and the PA Turnpike. You couldn’t find a better vacation location in our area in any season!

POOL:

One outstanding feature is the spacious, privacy-fenced backyard with a large 16’ by 36’ in-ground pool with two fountains, a screened gazebo with dining table, ceiling fans, and lighting, plus a convenient pool house with an outdoor kitchen and a bath with a luxurious oversized tile shower. An extra nice feature is the large poolside deck loaded with furniture for all your needs, not often found in vacation rental homes. The pool generally opens around March 27 (Depending on Temperature). THE WATER WILL BE COLD AT FIRST, but it should be more comfortable for swimming within a few weeks as long as we get some sunny weather. Until then, the brave are welcome to swim, or you can enjoy the relaxing sound of the fountains as you lounge by the pool and make s'mores on the sole stove. (Those daring enough to take a dip in March or early April are welcome to do so - it's been done many times!)The pool closes around October 1, again dependent on temperature.

KITCHEN:

The 5 or 6-bedroom home features a first-floor, fully renovated kitchen with breakfast nook and GE Profile stainless steel appliances, including a convection/air-fry oven, dishwasher, microwave, and large refrigerator with water and ice in the door. There is also a second refrigerator in the three-season outdoor kitchen so you never run out of refrigerator space.

Also on the first floor is the Southwest bedroom with a queen bed and direct access to a half bath (we call it the Palm room!) The half bathroom can also be accessed from the foyer, so it can be shared.

FIRST FLOOR:

The first-floor L-shaped living/dining area has leather dining chairs and large comfortable couches and chairs for viewing the flatscreen TV.

SECOND FLOOR:

1. Primary bedroom with a queen-size bed, a desk, and a leather chair for viewing the 60' LED TV with soundbar

2. Second bedroom with a queen bed

3. Third bedroom with a double bed, a twin bed, and a futon that can be used as a bed. It's as large as the master bedroom.

4. Fourth bedroom is a beautifully renovated suite with a queen bed, full bath, and walk-in shower, and offers an additional laundry area.

BASEMENT:

In the basement, you'll find the large den/sixth bedroom combination with a queen-size bed, leather couch, and love seat, and a flat-screen Smart HDTV and sound system. There is a half bath on this level. In addition, you’ll find a convenient laundry room with a washer and dryer in another section of the basement, and we supply all the laundry products. Laundry chutes on the first and second floors send all the dirty laundry directly to the basement laundry room. You can play air hockey with the kids while the laundry is drying!

RESERVATIONS:

We mostly book through HomeAway or VRBO (or other affiliated websites) because it’s very safe and secure for our guests. During checkout, Guests review our attached rental agreement and house rules and agree to them by checking the box and completing the reservation request. Due to insurance regulations, we rent only to those over the age of 25. For smokers, we ask that you smoke outside ONLY and properly dispose of cigarette butts.

CANCELLATION POLICY:

SPECIAL NOTE: We encourage guests to purchase "cancel for any reason" travel insurance for your trip as long as the coronavirus pandemic continues. (FYI, our cleaning crew is taking extra precautions to sanitize the home between guests, especially doorknobs, faucets, light switches, TV remotes, etc.)

RESTAURANTS/SUPERMARKETS:

If you’re looking for good local eateries close to the house, walk to Deiner’s on Main Street for breakfast. If you’re hungry for bagels, Ressler’s Bagels and Deli will hit the spot, a very short drive from the house. They were rated a perfect “10”, the best bagels in all of central Pennsylvania. Juice ‘N Java, in Windsor Park Shopping Center, five minutes from the house, is a great coffee shop with gourmet sandwiches, etc., free Wi-Fi, and laptops provided. We enjoy the fabulous gyros, lamb dishes, chargrilled souvlaki, just everything at Hellenic Kouzina, a family-run Greek restaurant with parents and sometimes all nine children pitching in. In season, you can eat in the courtyard with a stone fountain and hanging lights. Don't forget to try Rakestraw's Ice Cream, just a few blocks' stroll from the house, Dad's Garage Grill, or Eckels' Ice Cream Fountain, a blast from the past on Main Street. All of the above restaurants are within five minutes or less from the house by car, and our area has lots of the major chain restaurants as well. There are two Giant Supermarkets within a five-minute drive, and the upscale Wegman's Groceries with gourmet selections of cheese, a Mediterranean bar, craft beer, great sushi, and an expansive hot and cold food bar with a dining area is a short drive from the home.

Property manager

Brooks Watts

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fence around the pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Snow sports gear
  • Golfing on site
  • Sledding nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Ice skating 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2500 sq ft (232 sq m)

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: MUST be approved BEFORE booking. Pet Fee Extra.

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Mechanicsburg, PA

What's nearby

  • Naval Support Activity Mechanicsburg - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Williams Grove Speedway - 7 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Messiah College - 9 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Capital City Mall - 9 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex - 17 min drive - 18.7 km

Getting around

  • Harrisburg Transportation Center - 18 min drive
  • Harrisburg, PA (HAR-Capital City) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wolf Brewing Co. - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪JoJo's Pizza & Pasta - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does IN-GROUND POOL, Large Private Fenced Yard, Dining Gazebo, Outdoor Kitchen/Bath have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is IN-GROUND POOL, Large Private Fenced Yard, Dining Gazebo, Outdoor Kitchen/Bath pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at IN-GROUND POOL, Large Private Fenced Yard, Dining Gazebo, Outdoor Kitchen/Bath?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at IN-GROUND POOL, Large Private Fenced Yard, Dining Gazebo, Outdoor Kitchen/Bath?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is IN-GROUND POOL, Large Private Fenced Yard, Dining Gazebo, Outdoor Kitchen/Bath located?

This family-friendly Mechanicsburg vacation home is located on a river, within 1 mi (2 km) of Little Theatre of Mechanicsburg and Paulus Farm Market. Naval Support Activity Mechanicsburg and Upper Allen Dog Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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IN-GROUND POOL, Large Private Fenced Yard, Dining Gazebo, Outdoor Kitchen/Bath Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 154 out of 166 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 166 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 166 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 166 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 166 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephen G., Iaeger

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time - wonderful home
Really nice house, lots of rooms, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect house for our needs
Beautiful outdoor space. Too cold to use the pool but house met our needs while in town.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dominique B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoying Mechanicsburg
lovely backyard and pool area - plenty of space to relax and enjoy the outdoors. house has alot of character and is well maintained! Host was responsive and communicative. We enjoyed it and would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsey P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family funeral
Had a great time
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

MARIA S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Family enjoyed the stay. Host was available to answer concerns. Location was great. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fred A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for a large crowd !
A++++
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great value!
We need a place to stay for our son's wedding in Harrisburg. It's hard to imagine anyplace fitting the bill any better than this place. Perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 stars
Everything was wonderful!! Great property!! Loved the whole week
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Travis M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to relax
Very well maintained. Check in to check out, the whole process was easy. Outdoor area with the pool was perfect to enjoy a meal and for the kids to swim. The outdoor bathroom by the pool was so convenient. Would definitely book again if staying in the area.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

MaryEllen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
The place was very clean, well stocked and very private. Close to various attractions but the in ground pool was a bigger hit with the kids. We spent a couple of days just enjoying the pool. Plenty of comfortable lounge chairs as well as a screened in gazebo which accommodated our group of 10.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
Outstanding well kept home in a beautiful residential area. Unit was updated with plenty of room for our eleven family members. Brooks was excellent with communication and responded as necessary. Grandkids enjoyed the pool! Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B., Levittown

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Central PA Visit
We had a nice stay in Mechanicsburg. We visited Gettysburg for a tour thru town & did the visitor center and auto tour, Lake Tobias we had a fun day with the animals, bowling and of course the yard with beautiful pool was fun! Duke's was a great restaurant to go to. The house worked out well for our group.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful family home
Our family used the home for lodgings for our immediate family for our son’s wedding. Perfect for our group. Our only regret was that we didn’t stay therein the summer. The pool and background looked awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Wedding
Our family was very comfortable in this spacious home. We were in the area for our son’s wedding. The house was conveniently located, clean, and a great gathering space to prep for the wedding.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Attending Family Wedding
The home was clean, very comfortable, and had everything we needed to enjoy our stay! The backyard and fire pit were amazing too! Brooks was very responsive and answered all of my questions and was so accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
More memories created in the perfect place
The property is clean and unique with surprises behind every door. It was the perfect place to house my children, grandchildren and myself, for a family get together. The backyard is utterly amazing!! If you are considering this place, do it. It has everything you need for a wonderful weekend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Dawn S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice place to stay.
Nice place to stay. A little smaller than expected but worked well. Good be cleaned better found dog hair in one bed so had to wash sheets before using. Also dusty in the corners and along base boards. Very nice back yard and pool and gazebo area. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carl E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding weekend
This property was home base for our daughter and her bridesmaids leading up to her wedding. It was a very convenient location in a quiet neighborhood. There was ample parking. The house was clean and comfortable. The owner was engaged and communicated well. Everyone enjoyed their time together. Thank you for making this a good experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sami S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great, central base for exploring Central PA
We were three families with 6 kids ranging ages 8-16. We used the house, which was super clean and well-appointed, as a home base for a long weekend at Lancaster, Hershey Park and Gettysburg. The house was a perfect central home base. Everyone had plenty of space and the kitchen and dining room were great. Mechanicsburg was really cute, as well. We only wish it had been warm enough to better use the pool and outdoor space, which was lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Reunion
My Grandfather built this house. I thought it would be nice to take a trip down memory lane but wasn't sure how others in the family would feel. Turns out we all had a blast. Brooks was wonderful to deal with and does a really nice job maintaining the property. Highly recommended, even if you are not part of the family. ;-)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Holly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great backyard
The property was great however there was a lot of traffic noise. We also had to buy more pool towels, toilet paper, large trash bags and fire wood. All of which was supposed to be supplied. Upstairs a/c unit dripped on bed however was resolved by cleaning filter. Pool house shower was used a lot as house showers were minimal.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marshall M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving / 100th birthday
Beautiful property, vintage home with some lovely updates, great location, lots of parking, clean with plenty of towels and linens plus laundry, large lot, fenced and private with solo stove and plenty of outside seating. Easy check-in and check-out, accessible and responsive host. The one quirky thing is the 2nd floor layout where you walk through the third bedroom, then through a bathroom to reach the fourth bedroom. We definitely recommend this property and have already booked the home for our next visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding trip
Perfect location to the wedding venue and was able to accommodate all of family and friends coming for the wedding. Everything was nice and clean and communication was wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Renfaire Trip
Great communication from the host and very clear instructions! House was great, even gave our group a discount on adding an extra night! Definitely would stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Patti V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
College friends reunion
This was the perfect place to stay as it was central to Gettysburg, Lancaster, and Hershey. Although it was a little cool for the pool we all enjoyed sitting by the pool and relaxing around the fire pit! Host was very responsive to questions!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024