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Historic Mainline 8 bdrm, 3 story Mansion, pool, basketball, badminton and more

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining
Pool
Sports court

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top rated for families.
8 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Spa pool on site
  • Private pool
  • Barbecue
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Gladwyne, PA
  • Place, Villanova University
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Pennsylvania Convention Center
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Place, Rittenhouse Square
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Gone with the Wind

1 Queen Bed

Jungle

1 Queen Bed

Kids

1 Single Bed

Master

1 King Bed

Morracan

1 Queen Bed

Movie Room

1 Double Bed

Surf Boards

1 Queen Bed

Western

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

2nd floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Basement pool bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Butterfly

Toilet · Shower only

Jungle

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main Floor

Toilet

Master

Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Movie bathroom 3rd floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Historic Mainline 8 bdrm, 3 story Mansion, pool, basketball, badminton and more

Enjoy a relaxing time at a classic 3 story, 137 year old home on 2 acres in beautiful Gladwyne, PA. This house has something for everyone, from themed bedrooms, 2 offices, swimming pool, basketball, poker table, bbq pits, badminton, gourmet kitchen, and during the week a maid comes in the morning to take care of light housekeeping.
The main floor has a sunroom, huge formal living room, large formal dining room, formal study with hidden door that leads into the gourmet kitchen and TV room. The second floor has a master bedroom with a separate TV room and Private outdoor balcony patio. There are three other bedrooms with two bathrooms on the second floor. The third floor has four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a second office and a sitting area in the foyer.
Outside there is a small basketball and Badminton area, frog pond, swimming pool, fire pit, 2bbq pits, and the expansive back patio has plenty of seating for everyone.

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 35
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Any events must be approved. Not a wedding venue.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2447523vb
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: Any events must be approved. Not a wedding venue.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Gladwyne

Located in Gladwyne, this holiday home is in the city centre. King of Prussia Mall and Reading Terminal Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Mann Center for the Performing Arts and Philadelphia Zoo. Check out an event or a game at Citizens Bank Park, and consider making time for The Franklin Institute, a top attraction not to be missed.
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Gladwyne, PA

What's nearby

  • Villanova University - 8 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Philadelphia Museum of Art - 20 min drive - 19.5 km
  • University of Pennsylvania - 25 min drive - 20.5 km
  • Pennsylvania Convention Center - 25 min drive - 22.3 km
  • Rittenhouse Square - 27 min drive - 22.2 km

Getting around

  • Conshohocken Station - 4 min drive
  • Matsonford Station - 6 min drive
  • Blue Bell, PA (BBX-Wings Field) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Southern Cross Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Conshohocken Brewing Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Tomato Shack salad & pizza Co. - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Historic Mainline 8 bdrm, 3 story Mansion, pool, basketball, badminton and more have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Historic Mainline 8 bdrm, 3 story Mansion, pool, basketball, badminton and more pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Historic Mainline 8 bdrm, 3 story Mansion, pool, basketball, badminton and more?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Mainline 8 bdrm, 3 story Mansion, pool, basketball, badminton and more?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Mainline 8 bdrm, 3 story Mansion, pool, basketball, badminton and more?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Historic Mainline 8 bdrm, 3 story Mansion, pool, basketball, badminton and more located?

Located in the heart of Gladwyne, this holiday home is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Bryn Mawr College and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Villanova University. The Proving Grounds and Main Line Health are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theo L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property. Great area. Awesome communication with the host. Outstanding amenities. A must-stay rental!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful place for our family get together with ten adults and five kids. Ample and comfortable bedrooms for everyone, great outdoor patio and backyard and extremely well equipped kitchen. The pool and hot tub weren’t open for the season yet but they looked inviting. Highly recommend!
Living room
Music and game room
Patio
Dining room
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing historic home! The house is enormous and was very comfortable for our large group. Very nice furniture, leather couches and chairs and everyone said that the beds were very comfortable. The house was well stocked with everything that we needed (no need to bring your own hand soaps, etc). Melanie was very quick/easy to get a hold of for any questions and issues resolved quickly. Check out was very easy. Very highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jack K B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house - we celebrated Thanksgiving with lots of out of town family and it was great. The kitchen is large and has terrific equipment, completely updated and modern. Allowed us to have lots of family cooking at the same time while others could hang out at the table or sit in the TV room right next to kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ari G.

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

Great stay

Perfect house for a group of small families.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Lori K.

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

Great location

We had a great stay. The only recommendation I have is to turn off the alarm notifications. The alarm kept beeping and early in the mornings.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha D.

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

Great pace to gather for a family weekend

We were in town for a wedding. It was a perfect place for the 17 of us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kara P.

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

A wonderful stay!

Our extended family had a wonderful stay at this historic, beautiful home. Themed bedrooms, fully stocked kitchen, tons of space, plenty of entertainment options, lovely outdoor space and a responsive host. A stay that we’ll remember forever. Five stars!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth Y.

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

Beautiful home in a beautiful place

We sadly spent the week in PA for a memorial service, but this home was amazing and made our visit enjoyable despite the circumstances. Everything was perfect!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

Gladwyne

A wonderful house that comfortably housed 14 of us. We spent 4 nights and spent the entire time in the beautiful landscaped yard equipped with gorgeous pool and spa.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob R.

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

Beautiful House in the Philadelphia Suburbs

We had a lovely weekend at the house. It was proximate to downtown while feeling like a retreat from the city. Melanie was very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larrissa P.

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

Awesome

Not enough words to describe the beautiful home and warmth of the hostess that made family vibes simply wonderful!! It was truly more than what we expected
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne J.

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

Amazing

This property has it all! Every member of our family enjoyed time with each other here, whether it was playing in the pool, a badminton game, cards on the patio or cooking our meals together. For context, we utilized all the bedrooms and stayed for 4 days, 3 nights. Melanie was a very accommodating, gracious host. I highly recommend this beautiful, historic home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

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

Great, spacious home with lots of character

Beautiful historic mansion with lots of space for large groups. We stayed for a family get-together with 6 couples and several children under 10. The kids loved the pool and badminton/basketball court. Not a whole lot to do in the direct surrounding area but we loved the house so much we didn't really leave. Thanks Melanie!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tonja M.

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

Wedding Weekend

This home is stunning! We travelled to PA for our son's wedding in nearby Newtown Square. We booked this house so that our extended family could join us. After seeing the online photos, we arranged for the our son and the groomsmen to be photographed there and I'm so glad we did - the pictures are beautiful. Book this property - you will not be disappointed!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JAMES D.

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

Lodging for a Micro-Wedding in Philly

We were a group of family and friends of a bride and groom, who were also part of us. We arrived from four different directions and spent the first day just having a good time catching up, hanging out, and using the facilities of the property, such as the heated pool and spa. The next day, we went to the wedding chapel in Philly, VAUX Studio, to prepare for and perform the marriage ceremony. Afterward, we went down the street for a marvelous dinner at Steak 48. At the end of the day, we returned to the property for a wonderfully relaxing late evening. The next morning, we took our time waking up and leisurely getting packed to go. This was 1000% better than booking a block of eight rooms in 5-star hotel for two nights!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela O.

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

Amazing stunning Mansion with the warmest host !!

We had a wonderful stay! The house was absolutely amazing—spacious enough to comfortably accommodate our large group. The kitchen was incredibly well stocked, and everything was clean and neat. Melanie was a very responsive host, always available to assist when needed. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay while preparing for our best friend’s engagement. There was plenty of space to park our cars, and after long days, we loved relaxing in the heated pool and spa. The surround sound music system added to the perfect atmosphere. There are so many fantastic features and great photo spots all around the property. I could go on and on about how wonderful this place is. Thank you, Melanie, for making our stay so memorable! The garden and house were both so special to us, and we made countless beautiful memories over the weekend. Thank you, Melanie, for hosting us, and we can’t wait to return someday!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charissa H.

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

1500 characters is not enough for my review, GREAT PLACE!!

The house with its history & elegance was wonderful.Melanie was very easy to work with.She had people come out & fix a few things immediately.Patio & grounds are gorgeous. Loungers & places to eat around large tables.Sitting outside was wonderful w/ awnings providing shade.The pool was clean & inviting w/ floats & towels.There was also deck outside the master, which was our secret get-away.There are 2 bedrooms not pictured.1 had its own bathroom, downstairs, isolated from the rest of the house, quiet & the bathroom was one of the nicest. The single bed shared a bathroom on the 2nd flr.There are 3 bedrooms on the third floor that share 1 hall bath.The Moroccan, Gone w/ Wind, & Surf rooms share 1 hall bath. The Jungle & Movie room have private baths, the Western has a door within the room and 1 that also connects out to the hall.We did not get to use most of the fun amenities in the game room. Poker table, card table, a slot machine!There’s a large TV room on the other end of the house.The house is great for entertaining!The kitchen is large with lots of counter space.There are plenty of chairs in the formal dining room for a large crowd.We really didn’t need anything.The main floor bath was through the office, a little hard to find.The house was a quiet street with rooms being very quiet.The front porch light switch is in the closet!We thought the house was fantastic.Our time spent there went so fast, but we look back with fond memories.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard Y.

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

Amazing

An amazing house with many activity opportunities. The house is filled with interesting family activities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deana C.

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

Wow! What an amazing experience!

Wow! What an amazing and unique experience my extended family of 15 had staying at this elegant yet comfortable home. This property is absolutely beautiful with so many thoughtful details I do not know where to begin. The kitchen was well equipped, everything in the historic home was very well maintained. This was the perfect opportunity for our large extended family to gather for an unforgettable weekend before the start of college. There was plenty of space to spread out as well as large spaces when the family wanted to gather together We spend so much time creating lasting memories on the patio and relaxing by the beautiful pool. Melanie was an absolute pleasure to work with. It is obvious that it was important to her that her guests have an amazing experience. She was very communicative and responded so quickly to every question. I would absolutely rent this property again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fran B.

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

Joyful funeral

We went home to bury our mom after waiting 2 years to do so, and this home brought so much joy and happiness to us! I’m deeply grateful for all the thoughtful ways this beautiful home enables a family to connect soulfully. Thank you from our hearts!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean M.

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

Amazing property and neighborhood

Highly recommend this unique property. Owner was communicative and easy to work with.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jason h.

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

A special birthday celebration

We gathered family here to celebrate my father's 75th birthday. There were 15 of us. The house was absolutely perfect for the event. Everyone, including me, loved the unique decor in every room. The outdoor space and pool were a wonderful gathering place (we were lucky to have good weather). Every time we realized we needed something (extra table, kitchen accessories, etc) we found it. The hosts have thought of everything and were highly responsive. Highly recommended for family reunions.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Regina R.

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

Gorgeous home

This was a perfect spot for our family. It had all we needed and more. Melanie amazing with communication and with house information. Thanks Melanie for making our daughters college graduation trip unforgettable!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vernina A.

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

Historically Intriguing

One of the best homes I have stayed at here. The host was very nice and helpful. We had everything we needed and more, everything was fully stocked. Clean linen, and bathrooms. Nice stay. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

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