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Private 1880's 3 bedroom home on 130 acre family cattle farm

Private 1880's 3 bedroom home on 130 acre family cattle farm

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The Tenant House at Shady Spring Farm
Enjoy preparing meals on the fully restored 1911 Moffat's Electra range
Charming 1930's farmhouse kitchen with restored 1935 GE monitor top refrigerator
1930's living room with plantation desk and 3 piece parlor suite
The blue bedroom has long farmland views to the south, west and north

Overview of Private 1880's 3 bedroom home on 130 acre family cattle farm

10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Enjoy the area

McConnellsburg, PA
  • AirportHagerstown, MD (HGR-Hagerstown Regional)47 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Private 1880's 3 bedroom home on 130 acre family cattle farm

After four years of restoration The Tenant House at Shady Spring Farm is available for our guests to enjoy. Step back in time in this charming home located on our family-operated Black Angus cattle farm. Originally built in the 1880s for the resident tenant farmer and his family, the house has been lovingly restored to the 1930s era. Enjoy cooking breakfast in the farmhouse kitchen, with it's 1935 monitor top refrigerator and restored 1911 cast iron electric range on chrome cabriole legs. Use the 1920's oak-cabinet wall telephone with hand-held receiver and brass bells to receive calls. Modern amenities include central heat and air conditioning, high-speed wireless internet access and cable, a smart television plus DVD player and a selection of DVDs.

Slow down a bit, relax, read a book or visit with friends while sitting in the Windsor chairs on the broad front porch. The enclosed back porch overlooks a meadow and pasture area and has seating for two - a great place to read in the morning or sip a cup of tea while taking in the beautiful scenery of the Great Cove valley.

Each of the three bedrooms has a double bed and is decorated with antiques. We provide all linens - the beds are made and ready for you to snuggle in. We use crisp line-dried linens when weather permits. The beds are dressed with high-loft goose-down comforters on chilly winter nights. In the bathroom you'll find fresh towels, a mahogany sink base with a French waterspout faucet, and a claw-foot bathtub with shower.

We invite you to stroll the grounds, explore the farm's 130 acres, and enjoy the fresh country air. Walk our private lane or make use of the two picnic areas on the farm. Ask to feed the dozens of golden trout that call our limestone springhouse and spring waters home. A romantic retreat or great vacation get-away, The Tenant House at Shady Spring Farm awaits you and your family. Come and enjoy.

Keywords: House, cottage, private home, farmhouse, historic, get-away, romantic, family,

Property manager

Barbara Onorato

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Mountain view

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
Well-behaved children are always welcome

Events

No events allowed
Contact us for venue rental information.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Shady Spring Farm is a non-smoking property

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

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
Note from host: Contact us for venue rental information.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

North America

Getting around

  • Hagerstown, MD (HGR-Hagerstown Regional) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 8 min drive
  • McDonald's - 22 min drive
  • Foot of the Mountain Restaurant - 17 min drive
  • Olde Towne Kitchen - 9 min drive
  • Mountain House Restaurant - 13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private 1880's 3 bedroom home on 130 acre family cattle farm pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private 1880's 3 bedroom home on 130 acre family cattle farm?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private 1880's 3 bedroom home on 130 acre family cattle farm?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private 1880's 3 bedroom home on 130 acre family cattle farm located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly holiday home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Buchanan State Forest, Buchanan's Birthplace State Park and Cowans Gap State Park. Chesapeake and Ohio Canal and Potomac River are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

samuel s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
home away from home
Tony and Barb are wonderful. The house is beautiful and has everything you need. Comfortable beds and it's a very peaceful setting. This was our 2nd trip, and we will be coming back. Cowans Gap State Park is close, great restaurants and grocery store.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Take a step back in time…
Beautifully restored farm house decorated with antiques from days gone by yet, had today’s amenities. Barb and Tony have thought of everything. From creamer for your coffee to extra blankets and pillows. The house was very clean and the linens and bath towels freshly laundered. Wi-Fi was great and was fast even though there were three of us using it. If you are looking for some time to relax and enjoy peace and quiet and perhaps take a trip back in time to the 30’s and 40’s, this is the place.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Weekend Retreat
This was our second stay at the tenant house. It is a treasure! What a delightful it is to stay here. The house is cozy, super clean, decorated with an antique style fitting the house. Beds are comfortable, and kitchen is stocked well enough that you can make a meal. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ellen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cleanest home I have ever been in. Beds were very comfortable,kitchen had anything we needed.
Fun and relaxing!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Farmhouse Charm & Tranquility
The Tenant House was an absolutely wonderful place to stay. Beautiful views and surrounding area. Peaceful and quiet. Very relaxing. The hosts were so nice and welcoming. The place was clean and inviting. Comfy and cozy. Highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Barbara Onorato

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While on the farm there are endless things to do... repairing and maintaining buildings, upkeeping fences and keeping the grass and weeds in check. We're kept company by our dog Max, a fantastic little rescue dog who absolutely loves having the run of the farm. When there is a little spare time we enjoy riding our horses, two of whom are rescues as well. The farm is a treasure: it has been in my husband's family since 1922 and is recognized as a Pennsylvania Century Farm. We are compelled to share it with others. Hence, The Tenant House was born.

Why they chose this property

While growing up Tony spent his summers here 'helping' to tend the cows, the chickens and the sheep. After 63 years of farming Tony's grandparents were thinking of retiring. Tony and I were looking to purchase a historical property near Gettysburg - our favorite weekend getaway from busy northern Virginia. The timing couldn't have been better, his grandparents didn't want the farm to be developed and our goal was to restore an old property. One year later we signed the paperwork and purchased the family farm that has been in Tony's family since 1922.

What makes this property unique

Shady Spring Farm feels far removed from the busy I-95 corridor where we travel to our jobs. While it sounds a bit cliche, life on the farm slows down. Every season brings new sights and new scents. Early spring sees daffodils and crocus emerge from thawing ground. April into May is calving season when 80 or so black angus calves are born. May is the first cutting of hay and the blooming of tiger lilies around the springhouse. The warm nights in late June and early July are lit with thousands of fireflies. For two years now we've had both bald eagles and golden eagles visit the farm in the month of July - soaring over the field behind the farmhouse. August is lazy, it seems even the trout in the springhouse take it easy. Every season brings it's own wonder.

When Tony wants to play a little golf he heads to the Great Cove Golf Course, just two miles from the farm. Whitetail Ski Resort (with snow tubing!) and historic Berkeley Springs, WV are within 30 minutes. Early Colonial history lovers might enjoy learning about the area's Revolutionary and French & Indian War history by visiting nearby Historic Fort Loudon or Chinococheague Institute, both in neighboring Franklin County. One can enjoy a train ride on the newly re-opened historic East Broad Top Railroad, a narrow guage rail system, or take a trolley ride at the Rockhill Trolley Museum both located in nearby Rockhill Furnace, and easy 40 minutes north of the farm. Looking for a little time on the water? Consider Raystown Lake, 12 miles long and nearly 13 square miles, the lake has two Marinas that offer boat rentals, beaches and fishing for largemouth, smallmouth, striped bass, muskies, rainbow, walleye, and Chinook salmon. When in the mood for outlet shopping we have two choices within an hour - Prime Outlets in Hagerstown MD and the outlet center in Gettysburg, PA. Two national battlefields are within an hour, Gettysburg and Antietam, and we enjoy visiting both.
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