Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
Private garden
A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Porch or veranda
Barbecue
Internet access
Air-conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Explore the area
Andalusia, PA
Saint Katharine Drexel Mission Center and National Shrine
Place, Saint Katharine Drexel Mission Center and National Shrine
4 min drive
Neshaminy State Park
Place, Neshaminy State Park
5 min drive
Philadelphia Mills
Place, Philadelphia Mills
6 min drive
Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
Airport, Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
43 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bunk Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
On the River in beautiful Bucks County-near large wedding venues &historic sites
property video: https://youtu.be/xpEEqj6iSmA
Built into the banks of the Delaware River and overlooking the widest part of the river in Bucks County this hidden oasis is less than two miles off Rt. 95 and less than a mile from the Penn Ryn or Glen Foerd wedding venues. For young families we are fifteen minutes to Sesame Place and for History buffs we are fifteen minutes to the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall; 15 minutes to William Penn's Home, 30 minutes to Washington's Crossing, 35 minutes to Valley Forge. If you want to see the arts New Hope is 35 minutes and if you want to stray further afield New York City is an hour by car or train. The property is easily accessible by car (less than 2 miles off Rt 95) or train (3 minute Uber from the station) or boat (tie up to the modern and completely renovated dock and walk up the steps to your river front home). And if you do not want to go site-seeing just relax on the river in an indolent fashion. Perfect for a couple on a get away, two couples or a young family (the bunk beds are always a favorite for the youngest set). Make a luxurious breakfast and sip your coffee as you sit in your dining room perched over the river with glorious vistas up and down the river. Or just step onto the porch if you want to eat outside. You may watch the Eagles living a few hundred feet down the river fishing for their breakfast or the Peregrine Falcons living just along the river to the north doing the same. At night just sit by the fire and enjoy a book or a game and a nice glass of wine. Whether you want to get away from the world or travel to Philadelphia to see all of the historical sites this is your escape or your headquarters. Enjoy either way or come back and enjoy both ways.
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Pets
No pets allowed
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Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Important information
You need to know
Property # 2572650vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
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
About the area
Bensalem
Located in Bensalem, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Delaware River and popular attractions include Sesame Place and Funplex. Adventure Aquarium and Otherworld Philadelphia are also worth visiting. Kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
Saint Katharine Drexel Mission Center and National Shrine - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
Neshaminy State Park - 5 min drive - 6.3 km
Philadelphia Mills - 6 min drive - 3.5 km
Delaware River - 10 min drive - 9.8 km
Getting around
Philadelphia Holmesburg Junction Station - 8 min drive
Philadelphia, PA (PNE-Northeast Philadelphia) - 13 min drive
Restaurants
Wawa - 5 min drive
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Dunkin' - 6 min drive
Dunkin' - 5 min drive
Camila's Pizzeria II - 15 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is On the River in beautiful Bucks County-near large wedding venues &historic sites pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at On the River in beautiful Bucks County-near large wedding venues &historic sites?
As of 16 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at On the River in beautiful Bucks County-near large wedding venues &historic sites on 18 October 2026 start from NZ$1,872, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at On the River in beautiful Bucks County-near large wedding venues &historic sites?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at On the River in beautiful Bucks County-near large wedding venues &historic sites?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at On the River in beautiful Bucks County-near large wedding venues &historic sites?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is On the River in beautiful Bucks County-near large wedding venues &historic sites located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Saint Katharine Drexel Mission Center and National Shrine, Jefferson Torresdale Hospital and Neshaminy State Park. Philadelphia Mills and Otherworld Philadelphia are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We deeply enjoyed our stay at the river house! The views are stunning and the property felt tranquil and refreshing. Tom and Sharon were responsive hosts and you could feel the thought and care they put into making sure guests have everything they could want and need. For any guests with mobility concerns: just note that the kitchen, dining room, and entrance to the deck are downstairs and the rest of the rooms are upstairs. Thank you so much and we will be back!
Cheylane B.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2026
Cheylane,,
So glad you enjoyed. We look forward to hosting you again.
Tom and Sharon
The home was absolutely lovely with stunning views. It was the perfect spot for us with our daughter getting married at a nearby location. The communications with Thomas, the host, were terrific.
Greta Doug F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 January 2026
Greta - so glad everything went so well for the wedding. Congratulations to the proud Mother and Father of the bride.
Amazing! Stayed here for my wedding stay and to get ready with my girls! The view was amazing and the place was organized and clean! It was a great time!
Kaitlyn R.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 October 2025
Congratulations on your wedding Kaitlyn. Glad everything went so well!! Tom and Sharon
The property was absolutely beautiful with stunning views of the river. It was a great place to celebrate our daughter’s college graduation
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 June 2025
So glad everything worked out well for you guys. Congratulations on the graduation. The River House is a beautiful spot for a family celebration. Tom and Sharon
Beautiful house on the river with plenty of space and many seating areas indoors and outdoors with great views for the sunrise and sunset and great upgraded bathrooms. Sharon and Rachel were super accommodating hosts during the check-in process and fantastic to speak with about property insights and we would recommend this place to others visiting Bensalem. Thanks again!
Brion S.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 November 2025
Glad you enjoyed. Come back and visit again!! Tom and Sharon
This property is in an incredible spot and the hosts are really great. It is however truly under construction and needs a few things. The good: The beds are comfortable, the view is beautiful, the AC works, it's clean and safe and situated among lovely houses. The tricky: it's in quite a state.
It was a lovely time at this location. The view of the river was breathtaking. The place had a lovely and fitting aesthetic. If I'm ever in the area, I hope to stay again!
Central PA P.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 March 2025
So happy you enjoyed. Come again and stay a little longer. Tom and Sharon
This house is perfect. I’m originally fromPhiladelphia, but live in the Pittsburgh area now and the location for the house is perfect for visiting center city or getting away from the city life. Will definitely be inquiring about staying here next year as well.
Charles C.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May 2025
Charles,
We are happy that your stay was what you were looking for and hope to host you again next year! Tom and Sharon
This house and its surroundings are absolutely stunning. I booked the house as the “getting ready” location for my wedding day and it was absolutely perfect. The house itself has 2 levels with 2 living spaces which worked out so well. Definitely enough space for everyone to move around comfortable. A great plus was that my sisters and I were able to stay over the night before which saved on hotel costs. The deck was beautiful in the morning during the sunrise. I would totally stay again for a girls night! Highly recommend:)
Stephanie M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 October 2025
Stephanie - glad you guys enjoyed so much. Congratulations and we hope to see you again for a girl’s weekend. Tom and Sharon
Absolutely adorable home, beautiful location, would absolutely stay again!
Michelle M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2022
Thank you Michelle. We are so happy that you enjoyed. I wish the freighter had come by before you left instead of just after. We hope to see you guys again. Tom and Sharon.
Beautiful riverside location, close to Broken Goblet
Beautiful river views from the dining room and sitting room. Clean place, comfy beds, close to our destination. Great stay overall. A couple in my group had a hard time finding the right driveway, but the goat was very quick to respond, helpful and friendly. Will look to book again for this event next year. Thanks.
Chris H.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 May 2025
Chris - glad you guys enjoyed. We look forward to hosting you next year. Tom and Sharon
The property was set up very nice for a small group. The neighborhood was peaceful. The property was spacious and had a nice outdoor sitting area to enjoy the grounds around it. I would recommend stopping at the Broken Goblet Brewery just right down the road. Close to restaurants and easy to get to Philli.
I spent one night at this lovely home on the river with my husband, and wow, the views!! We visited in January, so much of the river was frozen, and it was fascinating watching the ice break up and flow. Everything was clean and comfortable. We hope to come again with our daughters!
Tom and Sharon were very friendly and communicated with us throughout this process. The view is therapeutic, which was something my family and I really needed. We look forward to booking here again soon. Thank you so much Tom and Sharon. Hopefully, we’ll be speaking soon. Wishing you both the best of luck. Bryan and Tammy
Tee C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2025
Glad you guys had a good visit. See you again when you travel North. Tom and Sharon
The view here is fantastic. It was 100 while we were there so we did our river watching from inside, so I can’t say much about the deck but you have 2 inside levels to pick from if you want to watch the river. Both bathrooms have been recently updated and are very nice. The washer and dryer were out of service when we were there but Tom definitely made it right with us. Such a beautiful location, and we all enjoyed watching the river.
Joseph C C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2025
Glad you enjoyed. Hope you come back for a visit once the new deck and new windows are installed!!! And when the temperature is a little better. Safe travels. Tom and Sharon
The River house was such a beautiful setting! Made you feel you were very secluded yet so close to everything. Tom and Sharon were super hosts! Quick to respond and very caring of their guests. Our grandchildren loved being able to run around and skip rocks on the water. Would love to read the history of the house and the surroundings!
Our stay could not have been more perfect! The house and the River were even more beautiful in person. The host were great with communication and very welcoming! Very accommodating. I would recommend renting for a family with children, a small friends group or even time away with a partner.
The house is at the edge of the Delaware river and has great views of the river from the living room on the ground floor and the dining area on the lower floor. The hosts, Tom and Sharon, were very generous and gracious. We enjoyed viewing the abundant birds in the area.
James M.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 June 2022
Thank you James. You and your family were wonderful guests and we are glad you had such a great vacation. Tom and Sharon.
About the host
Hosted by Tom Lawton
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests