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Society Hill, Historical Home, 3BD/2.5BA

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Interior
Interior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6130 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Society Hill, Historical Home, 3BD/2.5BA

Historical home designation. A perfect opportunity to step into the past. This home was built in 1781 and is nestled in the heart of Society Hill, one of the oldest neighborhoods in the country. With fully modern amenities and quaint backyard space, you’ll find the perfect vacation respite.

Here you are a 7-8 minute walk from Independence Hall, Washington Square and the Liberty Bell. Just blocks in any direction take you pick of the finest and most diverse culinary options Philadelphia has to offer.

Property manager

Duane Jackson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Paper towels
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center

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)

General

  • Unit size: 1400 sq ft (130 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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
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 Registration Number 914113

About the neighborhood

Map
Philadelphia, PA

What's nearby

  • Independence Hall - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Liberty Bell Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Reading Terminal Market - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Pennsylvania Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Rittenhouse Square - 4 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Philadelphia University City Station - 5 min drive
  • 2nd St. Station - 11 min walk
  • Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lorenzo & Sons Pizza - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ishkabibble's Eatery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪MilkBoy - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Jim's South St - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pizzeria Stella - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Society Hill, Historical Home, 3BD/2.5BA pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Society Hill, Historical Home, 3BD/2.5BA?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Society Hill, Historical Home, 3BD/2.5BA?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Society Hill, Historical Home, 3BD/2.5BA located?

Located in Center City, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Independence National Historical Park and Independence Hall. Rittenhouse Square and Reading Terminal Market are also within 2 mi (3 km). 2nd St. Station is 11 minutes by foot and 5th St. Station is 12 minutes.

Society Hill, Historical Home, 3BD/2.5BA Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tracy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint historical gem
Charming, comfortable piece of history! After a long day of visiting Philadelphia’s art a culture this was the perfect retreat! Our host was helpful, the location was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathie S., Hartford, CT

Liked: Cleanliness
Society Hill Gem
We totally enjoyed our stay in this classy property. Unfortunately parking is a challenge like in most cities.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
4th of July Fun
If you are looking to be close to a ton of historical places, this is definitely the place to stay. So many things within a short walking distance. The property is very charming, but has everything you need. If you are planning a Philadelphia trip - look no further - this is the property for you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janel G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent on all accounts
Great house, nicely appointed, tastefully decorated, comfortable furniture, safe, peaceful area, easy to walk to so many places, easy to communicate with the owner. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick T., Orlando, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a Philly Weekend
This townhouse is well located and well suited for a viait to Philly. We walked easily to shopping, tourist sites and lots of good restaurants. Note that the place is old. Its creaky and the stairs are narrow and steep. It suites us to a "T." Shout out to the owner who was available as needed and very accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Merry F.

Not again
Location is fabulous. Unit is cute. Stairs are a pain in the butt. I felt the listing and communication from owner could have been better. Listing states parking. Doesn’t say 2 hours only, otherwise use parking garage or pay owner $30 for 15 day pass. Instructions for access key pad could have used more details. We had 3 couples arrive at different times. All had a lot of issues getting in. There’s a code. But numbers on access pad appear more than once. Entering the code isn’t enough. You have to hit circle at bottom. Not obvious. Still took multiple attempts. Sheets on bed in basement not clean. Hairs, crumbs. Is trundle bed. Had to call to figure out how to pull it out. There are drawers that pull out but shelf that comes out to create bed not obvious. We had to wash sheets before using. Seemed to be limited towels for 6 people. Finally found remaining in dryer. During stay, one guest poured coffee in to a mug that had a crack. Entire bottom came off. Clearly secondary to defect in mug. Just received notice credit card being charged $20 for the mug. Beyond ridiculous. So petty. Wasn’t going to leave a review because while loved the location, thought too many issues to recommend. Not great communication. Lack of attention to detail with sheets and towels. But overall neutral and felt best just to say nothing. Not endorse. Not complain. But the $20 charge for a mug that was clearly defective has compelled this review. No longer neutral opinion of this rental.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Philly Weekend
Great house in a great location for our weekend away in Philly. It’s located in a relatively quiet area in the city, lots of playgrounds and places to grab a bite to eat or a coffee nearby. Very family friendly neighborhood. House was very clean and beds were comfortable. The owner was easy to communicate with. Will definitely use this place again for future trips to the city!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dee K.

Liked: Cleanliness
GREAT house!
A super duper location and accomodations were so very clean. The bottom line is that when we return we will check this house first, loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location!
We went to Philly for a concert held at the Theatre of Living Arts, located about 4 blocks away from this rental. Not only is the house walking distance from the venue, it's in a safe and historic neighborhood, also walking distance to all of the Revolutionary Era sites and attractions. Street parking can be an issue, so we were happy to park our car in a nearby garage, and we walked everywhere. It's a fantastic location!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home In Walking Distance to the Bell
Fantastic home located in a beautiful historical neighborhood. Area was extremely walkable and friendly. Within walking distance of Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. Duane was an amazing host, extremely responsive and friendly. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Super location! Very clean, comfortable. Couldn’t have been more perfect for our Flyers weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful spot in society hill
This place was spectacular! We did a family weekend together. It was within walking distance of so many attractions. We didn’t need a car. As others mentioned, the stairs are steep, but you get use to it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome location!
My family of 6 had a great stay. Awesome location, walking distance to all the sites and lots of restaurants. The host was very accommodating and quick to respond to all questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mara L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun in Philly
The neighborhood was beautiful, the home is historic and lovely but with all the modern amenities. So many great restaurants and tourist sites are within walking distance. Highly recommend this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience
Property is really well situated, close to alot of the Philly locales. Really nice neighborhood, and the accommodations are top notch. Next I am in Philly will look to rent this again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darrell B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location
Convenient to historic sites. Property was clean and Duane was very helpful with any issues. Steep stairs, but plenty of grab handles to prevent falls. Bathroom for each bedroom, but only one shower on the upper 2 floors. Cookware and kitchen utensils were adequate for meals. A great value for the money. Thanks, Duane!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay!
My family and I (including two small children) loved staying at Diane’s property. It was clean and well stocked with anything you might need. Although it was cold, the outdoor patio is such a great feature. We hope to make use of it during our next stay! The home had ample space for our family and it was nice to have the office space as well, which could easily be a great spot for a pack-n-play. The stairs are steep like in most homes in the area but we had no trouble. There are railings and handles that are very supportive. Aside from the accommodations being great, the area is also awesome. It was walkable to a nice children’s park as well as shops, restaurants, and a grocery store. Duane was a responsive host as well! We look forward to another visit someday!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Devon W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome location!
This is the best VRBO that I've stayed at: excellent location (lots of great Philly food within walking distance), 3 actual bedrooms (as opposed to listed 3 bedrooms but actually 2), clean, great amenities (espresso machine, laundry, fully stocked kitchen). The only (very slight) downside was that we couldn't use the gas fireplace in the basement. Not a big deal at all!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chelsey P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
We had a wonderful weekend at the house and it was in a beautiful neighborhood! We had some issues with the lock when we first arrived but Duane was available right away to help us resolve the issue. He was a wonderful host and very responsive throughout our stay. We definitely plan to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

George M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Loved our stay. Fantastic host and location
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan B., Ridgefield, CT

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house and location
A beautiful clean house in a gorgeous part of Philadelphia. Walk to sites and restaurants. Well equipped kitchen with nespresso coffee machine. Beautiful patio space. Beds comfortable. Only down side is very steep steps to each level. They do have good handrails and my 89 year old father managed it- but I wouldn’t recommend for young children or older adults. Master suite very nice with good closet space. Lower level no closet to hang clothing and small bathroom. Overall we had an excellent stay and the host responded immediately when we had trouble opening the lock initially and it was immediately resolved. Thank you !
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Downtown Philly
We had a great stay. We walked everywhere and saw so much of old city right out the front door. Thank you again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for long weekend
We stayed for the long weekend and it was perfect - great location and beautiful place.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022