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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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West Chester, PA
  • West Chester University of Pennsylvania
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Chester County Hospital
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • QVC Studio Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Historic Home on Gay Street.

About this space
Welcome to historic downtown West Chester, PA. This freshly renovated historic home boasts 2 Queen bedrooms and 2 full baths, sleeping 6. Amenities and accommodation await behind the lavender door. This home is nestled on one of the most desirable blocks in the borough that boasts 260 years of history. Convenience, history, haven, and limitless adventures begin with your stay at 236 W Gay street. Take a look behind the lavender door.
The space
Welcome to historic downtown West Chester, PA. This freshly renovated historic home boasts 2 Queen bedrooms and 2 full baths, sleeping 6. Amenities and accommodation await behind the lavender door. This home is nestled on one of the most desirable blocks in the borough that boasts 260 years of history. You are immediately welcomed into the primary living room of the home, with a bright and airy ambiance, accented by a fireplace focal feature. This area of the home is bathed in natural light and an ideal place to unwind after your day of perusing the bevy of local shops and restaurants afforded by this borough locale. The traditional floor plan transitions into the formal dining room with seating for 6, and onto the spacious kitchen. With all of the conveniences of home, in addition to holding ample prep and storage space, this area gives you the comfortability of creating your own culinary delights throughout your stay. To the rear of the home you will find the recreational comfort of the second living room. Unwind with a movie, challenge others to a board game, or start your day with a book and espresso pairing. This secondary living room also holds a Queen Sofabed and adjoins to a full bath and laundry. This space also allows you to blend indoor and outdoor living with ease. Dine al fresco and enjoy a pairing of wine from one of Chester County's wineries such as Chaddsford Winery or Penns Woods Winery on the private patio. The secondary floor of living boasts two spacious bedrooms with Queen beds and a full bath, providing you all of the creature comforts of home. Parking garage access is also a bonus feature of this West Chester abode.

236 W Gay street is perched in the heart of West Chester, PA, the county "seat" as it is called. With a plethora of options for dining, (Opa Taverna, Limoncello, Mercato, Greystone, and D'Ascemzo's Gelato), shopping (including the renowned King of Prussia Mall), historic tours, wineries (Chaddsford Winery, Penns Woods Winery, Galer Estate Vineyard and Winery) and more. The home is minutes to the esteemed attraction of Longwood Gardens, nestled near the Brandywine Battlefield, close to historic Valley Forge, as well as steps from West Chester University. The home is also central to many local hiking trails, streams for fishing, and canoeing, Marsh Creek Lake for calm beaches, paddleboarding, sailing, and more. The Brandywine River Valley has endless outdoor escapes.

Convenience, history, haven, and limitless adventures begin with your stay at 236 W Gay street. Take a look behind the lavender door.
Guest access
Whole House with one car detached garage

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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 first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

West Chester

West Chester is home to this holiday home. Pipers Way and Baldwin's Book Barn are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Exton Square Mall and Chadds Ford Village & Barn Shops. Brandywine Picnic Park and QVC Studio Park are also worth visiting.
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West Chester, PA

What's nearby

  • Chester County Historical Society - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • West Chester University of Pennsylvania - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Chester County Hospital - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Baldwin's Book Barn - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • QVC Studio Park - 7 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Exton Whitford Station - 9 min drive
  • Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kildare's Irish Pub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Saloon 151 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bier and Loathing - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Love Again Local - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Twin Valley Coffee - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Home on Gay Street. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Home on Gay Street.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Home on Gay Street.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Home on Gay Street. located?

Situated in West Chester, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Pipers Way and West Chester University of Pennsylvania. Chester County Historical Society and Chester County Hospital are also within 2 miles (3 km).

About the host

Hosted by Derek Donatelli

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