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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Fireplace
    A rare find - cosy up in front of a warm, inviting fireplace.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Chester Springs, PA
  • Place, Opalanie Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, The Mill at Anselma
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Markies Mini-Golf
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Convertible bed(s)

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden

About this property

Cottage on Historic Gentleman's Farm

Located in the heart of Historic Chester County, few locations in the United States offer so many things to see and do. Some of the loveliest creations of man or nature are nearby. The cottage is on a 70 acre country estate (circa. 1797) with fields & trails, surrounded by over 2000 acres of private land. An Indian tribe once lived on the property with lingering evidence where they chipped their flint tools and arrowheads. Nearby is gourmet dining, tennis and historic sites within walking or bicycle distance. In the late 1990s, Chester County was listed as one of the top ten counties in which to live, owing to its beauty, historic significance and the general sophistication of its inhabitants. Horse-carriages and hot air balloons are just a few of the common sights. The Cottage is located on a private lane, just off a quiet, picturesque country road that is a favorite of bicyclists, joggers and equestrians. The farm, its history and surroundings were the subject of Edwin A. Peeples’ Walden-like memoir PLANTING AN INHERITANCE, LIFE ON A PENNSYLVANIA FARM

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 197851vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Chester Springs

Located in Chester Springs, this cottage is in a rural area and near theme parks. Valley Forge National Historic Park and The Mill at Anselma are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Markies Mini-Golf and Labyrinth. Pennhurst Asylum Haunted House and Play-A-Round Golf are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating.
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Chester Springs, PA

What's nearby

  • Opalanie Park - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • The Mill at Anselma - 6 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Markies Mini-Golf - 8 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Andrew Evans Park - 9 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Route 401 Open Space - 9 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

  • Exton Station - 15 min drive
  • Blue Bell, PA (BBX-Wings Field) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tha Mowdahome - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage on Historic Gentleman's Farm pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Cottage on Historic Gentleman's Farm?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cottage on Historic Gentleman's Farm?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage on Historic Gentleman's Farm?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage on Historic Gentleman's Farm located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Opalanie Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of The Mill at Anselma and Andrew Evans Park. Markies Mini-Golf and Route 401 Open Space are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 196 out of 230 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 230 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 230 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 230 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 230 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a perfect little cozy cottage! Great place if you love old historical locations. The setting was perfect for our stay and Chris was an excellent host. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kerry K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a nice place in a great location. We were allowed to bring our 12 year old lab, which was wonderful. The property was everything we needed for a short trip to the area. There was a husky/cattle dog named Luna that came out to say hello and seemed to wander the property at times. She snarled a few times at our dog but didn’t seem aggressive so no big deal. We appreciate the easy communication with the host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a beautiful area in the countryside of PA. Looking forward to going back again soon :-)
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte's D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was exactly as advertised and perfect for someone to get away and get out of the city. Would recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Gary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Communication
Comfortable, adequately appointed, clean and quiet enough. Best aspect is location - centrally located amidst a beautiful rural landscape full of history and well preserved architecture.
Field on property
At night
Local historic bridge
PA Champion White Oak nearby
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this cozy cottage. The historic and beautiful property was an added plus. Had everything we needed and was very conveniently located to our old neighborhood and friends we were visiting. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always the best host.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ward F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The property was charming and comfortable, fairly clean and listed as pet friendly. When we arrived we encountered written instruction advising against having a pet on the property, but if it was absolutely necessary, there would be restrictions on where in the small cottage our pet could occupy, i.e. restricted to the entryway only with a child's gate barrier. We decided to impose on our son's kindness rather than have our pet restrained in an area, remote from us. Also, there was no heads up or advance notice about the huge logging truck that showed up outside our quarters waking us at 4:45am to collect a pile of timber (which was laying on the front lawn area), using a loud diesel driven boom picker off of a flatbed.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very quiet, gorgeous historic property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronald K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is my 4th time staying at the cottage. Place is amazing and there is nothing like sitting on the porch at night with a glass of wine.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Greg S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location!! Quiet, peaceful! Property was clean and very comfortable. A little deferred maintenance needed. Host very friendly and responsive. Overall very nice. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Neat stay in a historical place

I stayed on one of their properties while I ventured to various historical sites in the area. It was a peaceful beautiful place to stay with a neat history.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the quiet, cozy setting of the cottage & the convenience of being close to family in Phoenixville. Chris was a great host! We walked the grassy areas & along the quiet roads, respite from the busy main roads just a few miles away. It’s a quaint escape.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

clean, cozy and on a gorgeous property!

Would love to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Diana P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was as advertised. We loved the historical aspect of the cottage and the privacy. We did have a problem with the well. The owner was very responsive and accomodating to the situation.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful stay

Had a great 6 night stay at the cottage… The property was beautiful , quiet and was just what we were looking for!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dani B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great visit at The Cottage. It was clean and comfortable. The cottage had everything we needed. We especially enjoyed the screened in porch and spent most of our time there. There were plenty of places on the property to walk our dogs. Don’t hesitate to book this unique cottage. It is truly a peaceful gem in beautiful Chester Springs
Stayed 18 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful setting.

Thank you, Chris. We had a wonderful weekend in the cottage. Cozy and comfortable. Just a quiet peaceful setting. Hope to be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rose M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy, rustic cottage

Great place to stay to relax and recharge.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A quaint get-away in the heart of horse country.Our host , Chris, had everything we could need and was flexible with our schedule and communicative. He provided great books explaining the history of the estate, and a very helpful list of nearby attractions. We were too busy with our itinerary to explore the grounds, so there will have to be a next time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Historic, scenic and quiet

This was our 2nd stay at the beautiful property and we will be back. So quiet and relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Samantha B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

Very peaceful and relaxing setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect short getaway

Quiet and restful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing country cottage

Quiet, Relaxing, old world charm!
Stayed 41 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 September 2022
Thank you so much for cleaning and leaving the cottage clean with laundry washed and neatly folded. I'd injured my arm, so I was immensely pleased with a shortened "punch list". I never did hear whether you successfully decommissioned the swarm of flying ants on the porch. I didn't see any so maybe they did their thing and left. Thanks again and visit any time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing!

Perfect getaway for two.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Christopher Peeples

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I was born on the farm and have make it my life-long project. I started my company Vixen Hill Gazebos in the barn in 1980.

Why they chose this property

Family Estate and an opportunity to meet world travelers without leaving home.

What makes this property unique

Having personally traveled the world I can say no place offers the palate of life's delights as life in Chester Springs, Pa USA

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