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Iconic "Haines Shoe House" - Hot Tub & Firepit - Featured On HGTV

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Outdoor spa tub
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Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Yorkana, PA
  • Haines Shoe House
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Hollywood Casino York
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Harley Davidson Factory
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Harrisburg, PA (MDT-Harrisburg Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Iconic "Haines Shoe House" - Hot Tub & Firepit - Featured On HGTV

Featured On HGTV, The Amazing Race & USA Today!

Incredibly Unique and a Rural Pennsylvania Landmark, "The Haines Shoe House" Dates To 1948 When Our Original Owner and Businessman, Mr. Mahlon Haines, Built The Shoe House To Promote His Local Chain of Shoe Stores.

Recently Remodeled and Refurnished in 2022 and Meticulously Designed, The Historic Shoe House Offers Farm Field Views, a Brand New Hot Tub, Wood-Burning Firepit and Outdoor Dining in a Spacious Grass Yard w/ Charcoal Grill.

Honeymooners, Roadtrippers and Relaxers!
Experience An Unrivaled VRBO In Pennsylvania Farm Country.
At 1,500 Square Feet w/ 3 Bedrooms and 2.5 Bathrooms, You're Only Minutes Away From York County Attractions, 30 Minutes To Lancaster Amish, 45 Minutes From Hershey's Chocolate and 1 Hour To Historic Gettysburg Battlefield!

Genuine Hospitality and Quality Accommodations From Experienced Superhosts Who Truly Care Your Stay.
The Shoe House Is Professionally Cleaned, Sanitized and Disinfected In Accordance w/ CDC Guidelines.

Military, First Responder or Medical?
Ask About Our 10% Discount Before Booking!

What Do We Offer At The Shoe House?
- An Unforgettable Experience!
- Professionally Designed Interior
- History Of Our VRBO Through Art & Memorabilia
- Fast Wi-Fi
- 2 Living Rooms!
- Brand New Hot Tub (Professionally Maintained)
- Wood-Burning Firepit (BYO Firewood)
- Charcoal Grill (BYO Charcoal)
- Complimentary Hulu Live Streaming
- Pack n Play & Stair Gate
- Shampoo, Conditioner, Bodywash


3 Bedrooms:
1 Queen, 1 Full, 1 w/ 2 Twins
2.5 Bathrooms
Washer + Dryer

Gated & Secure Access Onto Property

Main Level:
- 1 of 2 Living Rooms
- Foosball Table + Games
- Amazon Fire Smart TV w/ Streaming
- Complimentary Hulu Live TV
- Laundry Facilities
- Half Bathroom

Our Main Floor Level At The Shoe House Boasts a Leather Sectional, Game Area w/ Foosball/Board Games, a Second Fridge and Coffee Station, as well as Direct Access To Our Backyard Hot Tub.

Second Level:
- 2nd Living Room
- Vinyl Record Player
- Full Kitchen w/ Electric Range
- Second Coffee Station
- Complimentary Coffee
- Retro Fridge, Microwave, Toaster
- Dining Area w/ Dining For All
- Primary Queen Bedroom w/ Full Ensuite Bath Combo

Third Level:
- 1 Bedroom w/ 2 Twins (Trundle Bed)
- 1 Bedroom w/ 1 Full
- Full Third Level Bathroom w/ Shower

Guest Access:
Guests Will Have Access To The Entirety Of Our Property w/ The Exception of Locked Areas For Our Cleaning Team, The Roof Of The Shoe House and One Shed Located On The Property.

Other Things To Note:
The Shoe House Was Built Next To A Highway As A Means Of Advertisement For Its Original Owner.
Due To This Prime Location, Muted Road Noise Can Somewhat Be Heard Inside Our Shoe As Well As Outside. Ear Plugs and Noise Machines Are Provided For Light Sleepers.

Please Bring Your Own Firewood For The Outdoor Firepit
Please Bring Your Own Charcoal For The Outdoor Grill

The Shoe House Does Not Have A Dishwasher

Our Interior Stairs Are Quite Narrow & Steep
Please Bear This In Mind For Those With Mobility Issues or Children

We Have 3 Audio/Visual Surveillance Cameras Located On The Exterior Of Our Property.
These Cameras Are In Place For Safety/Security Purposes And Are Only Viewed In Extreme Circumstances.

Property manager

Kyle Brown
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
There are many stairs- please be careful with kids
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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
Guests are not permitted on the Roof. We have exterior security camera on roof, guests who violate this rule will be asked to leave without refund.
The property has 5 levels and narrow stairs. We do not recommend staying if anyone has mobility constrains.
Damage to property will be charged to guests. The Shoe House is historic and we ask guests treat it with care. There is no dishwasher either. :)

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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

York

Located in York, this cottage is in a rural area. York Little Theatre and The Parliament Arts Collective are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit York Galleria and Central Market York. Travelling with kids? Consider Susquehanna Glass Factory and Shank's Mare. Kayaking, power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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Yorkana, PA

What's nearby

  • Haines Shoe House - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • York Galleria - 3 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Hollywood Casino York - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Harley Davidson Factory - 7 min drive - 8.2 km
  • York ExpoCenter - 14 min drive - 13.8 km

Getting around

  • Mount Joy Station - 21 min drive
  • Harrisburg, PA (MDT-Harrisburg Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The First Post - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Stony Run Brew House - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Iconic "Haines Shoe House" - Hot Tub & Firepit - Featured On HGTV pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Iconic "Haines Shoe House" - Hot Tub & Firepit - Featured On HGTV?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Iconic "Haines Shoe House" - Hot Tub & Firepit - Featured On HGTV?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Iconic "Haines Shoe House" - Hot Tub & Firepit - Featured On HGTV located?

This family-friendly York cottage is located in a rural location, within a 15-minute walk of Haines Shoe House and Rocky Ridge Park. York Galleria and Hollywood Casino York are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 116 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 116 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 116 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 116 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bethany W.

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

Thank you!

This was a great overnight in a cute spot that we have seen along the higheay for years. Glad our fanily was finally able to check it out!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise T.

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

Great experience

Loved our Shoe House stay! The house is adorable. The décor is super cute and comfortable. And the hosts have thought of everything to make your stay enjoyable. A fun, whimsical, and memorable experience for all ages. Many thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

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

Local birthday night at the Shoehouse

We live locally and rented for one night for my husbands birthday! The interior was decorated really cute! Unfortunately it was misting outside so we didn’t get to enjoy the fire pit, but still got to enjoy the hot tub! Great hosts, easy to check in, very accommodating! Definitely would recommend! Very unique experience!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren Z.

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

Birthday celebration - a 30 year dream come true

My wife has been dying to sleep in the shoe for 30 years. She nearly died when she discovered her birthday surprise of a weekend in the shoe house. We had so much fun doing shoe themed activities and eating foot/shoe themed things. I think it's so much fun to be able to say we slept in a shoe. We had an absolute blast!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

meghan s.

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

Meghan

Great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leann G.

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

Wonderful girls weekend

We had a great time at the shoe house for a girls weekend! We loved going into the hot tub in the snow. The coffee was stocked and we loved the home decor. Communication was great. Thanks for a wonderful time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

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

4 Old Women Who Stayed in a Shoe

My 3 sister in laws and myself have talked about spending some time together. Now that we are all retired it finally was going to happen and what better place than in a shoe. I have looked at the Shoe House for years from Route 30 on my way to visit my sister in law in Lancaster. I had actually stopped and got ice cream with my future daughter in law on our way back from a family wedding. She actually was the one that called and told me that it was on VRBO for rent. It had everything we needed- Sleeping for 6, kitchen, big family room and even a hot tub and fire pit area. The house is magical. There are beautiful stained glass windows, renovated interiors and it’s cozy without feeling crowded. It exceeded our expectations and we had a wonderful time. I especially enjoyed all the history and old photographed displayed everywhere. It’s wonderful for a family with kids and even for 4 old ladies in a shoe. Thank you to the hosts for a one in a million opportunity to enjoy a truly one of a kind property.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie T.

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

Unique History

It was a great place to stay for a weekend away. We loved the uniqueness and the history.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nora M.

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

Fabulous convenient gem…so close to downtown York!

Such a great find. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina S.

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

Old ladies in the shoe

Exceeds standards.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorri E.

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

Shoe House Anniversary Celebration

We had a fabulous weekend celebrating our 40th anniversary at the Shoe House. The house is beautifully decorated with every detail thought of by the hosts. We spent our weekend cooking together, playing games, sitting out by the fire pit and enjoying the hot tub. Sleeping accommodations are comfortable. The kitchen is well stocked. The downstairs family room is where we gathered the most and having a full refrigerator, bar, and coffee station was a huge plus. We had a fabulous memorable time. The host's communication was exceptional and instructions for check in and check out were timely and clear. Don't hesitate to book a stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin D.

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

Clean and fun!

Had a great time at the shoe house, what a treat. It's weird sleeping in a shoe, which makes it quirky and fun.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette M.

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

Unique and fun!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the charming Haines House.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

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

We all got a kick out of the place…really enjoyed our stay.

Loved everything about it… Enjoyed the hot tub, made s’mores and enjoyed a fire at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda S.

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

Loved it!

This property exceeded our expectations!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

June S.

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

Magical weekend

The Haines Shoe House is am incredible experience for all ages. Our family group age range was 5-70. We all enjoyed our stay. Lots of things to do in the area. House was meticulously maintained and furnished. Campfire under the stars and hot tub great addition to our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin J.

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

Pre-Wedding Get Away

It was amazing to stay in such a unique house that has the perfect blend of vintage and modern!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan M.

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

Fun Spot

Great for a short time getaway with the kids. Easy communication with the Kyle the manager. Beautiful property. Would go again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

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

We loved it!

We had a great time staying at the shoe house! The kids absolutely loved it and said it was one of their favorite parts of the trip! We would 100% stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Casey K.

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

Fun stay

The kids were so excited to stay in a shoe. It did not disappoint!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miyuki B.

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

Amazing

We enjoyed staying at the shoe house. The house is very charming, and Kyle was very helpful. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

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

Love the place

Enjoyed our stay as always
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie E.

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

A wonderful stop

A wonderful and peaceful overnight stay. We enjoyed the history and the host was very responsive. The Shoe was clean and plenty of amenities.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

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

Fabulous Stay!

My two sisters, mom, and I were lucky enough to get to stay in the shoe house! It was so cute and well-appointed. (Pictures do not do it justice!) The shoe was a great home base as we visited York, Gettysburg, and Lititz. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi H.

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

Unique and Fun Experience for All

I’m originally from York, PA and grew up visiting the Shoehouse as a child. It was great to get to spend the weekend there and show friends and family how neat it is! The decor in the house is beautiful. The antiques and historical pieces were wonderful! The property was well-maintained and had everything you could need.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by Kyle Brown

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We are local residents who love the history and charm of the Shoe House!

Why they chose this property

This property has a long history and love from the community. The Shoe House was built in 1949 by a Shoe Store Retailer. He was very generous and was always giving to the local community. The builder, Mahlon Haines would raffle off stays in the Shoe House to newlyweds and couples on their Anniversary. The Shoe House was donated to his employees before he died, and the legacy of giving to the community lives on is welcoming guests to the Shoe House!

What makes this property unique

Part of the Unique aspect of the Shoe is the legacy that is embodies. Hosting people to enjoy the fun and unique features of the Shoe House was why it was built in the 1950's. That long standing legacy makes the Shoe House unique among stays, as well as the many amazing and fun features the Shoe Shines with!

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests