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Enjoy your stay in the country. Dog friendly with a fenced-in yard

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The courtyard at the BirdHouse
Terrace/patio
Room
Private kitchen
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 235.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Columbia, PA
  • Turkey Hill Experience
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Spooky Nook Sports
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Harrisburg, PA (MDT-Harrisburg Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Enjoy your stay in the country. Dog friendly with a fenced-in yard

Welcome to our little cottage in the country. Come relax and enjoy the comforts of home in a cozy and comfortable environment. As you enter the outdoor courtyard you will find a seating area in front of a gas fireplace to enjoy. Also, you may have your meals at a bistro table for 2. A gas grill located under a roof in case of inclement weather. As you enter the home you will find an open floor plan with a fully equipped kitchen, dining table for 2, living room with comfortable seating to enjoy a book or watch a movie or television. Relax with music from a Bose Wave. The bedroom has a queen size bed and the bathroom has a curbless shower with a teak seat. Please look forward to being in the country enjoying life! We welcome your dog with bowls and a pet cover on the sofa. Maximum weight for your dog is 30#. Only 2 dogs are allowed with a $100 fee for one and $75 for the second one. Send information for approval. We do require that you cleanup after your dog and attend to them outdoors. Please note that our home does not accommodate children. Our home is convenient to Routes 30 & 283 to travel easily to Columbia, Lancaster City, Amish country, covered bridges, Gettysburg, Hershey, and day trips to Philadelphia, Baltimore,Washington DC, or NYC. If our home is not available please check our other homes: the FairView #655744 and the Mod Pod #4632936

Property manager

Carol Heth
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Breakfast included
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
2 dogs maximum and the weight for each is 30#.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Travel the driveway slowly with respect for others and pets
All gated areas are no access except for your yard area
If visiting family or friends contact us to know they are only stopping over for a short visit.

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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Columbia

Located in Columbia, this cottage is in a rural area and near theme parks. Spooky Nook Sports and Boulders Mini Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Root's Country Market & Auction and Park City Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Brooks Tennis Center or Penn Medicine Park. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby.
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Columbia, PA

What's nearby

  • Turkey Hill Experience - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre - 10 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Spooky Nook Sports - 11 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Franklin & Marshall College - 17 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square - 21 min drive - 20.0 km

Getting around

  • Mount Joy Station - 14 min drive
  • Lancaster, PA (LNS) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Two Cousins Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Black Olive Family Diner - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Union Station Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Enjoy your stay in the country. Dog friendly with a fenced-in yard pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Enjoy your stay in the country. Dog friendly with a fenced-in yard?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enjoy your stay in the country. Dog friendly with a fenced-in yard?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Enjoy your stay in the country. Dog friendly with a fenced-in yard located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Susquehanna Glass Factory, National Watch and Clock Museum and Turkey Hill Experience. Wright's Ferry Mansion is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 117 out of 119 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 119 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 119 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 119 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 119 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Excellent

This was a wonderful experience. The owners were very gracious
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

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

4th time staying here

This was our 4th time staying in the Bird House and we had another enjoyable time. We love the country location it makes us feel like home. This time we enjoyed the York Herb and Garden Festival on Friday and spent a lot of time visiting the Amish Greenhouses. We cook most of our meals to spend time with our dogs but we did order take our from Caruso's Italian Restaurant and it was great and only 5 minutes away so still very hot when we arrived back to the house. We would highly recommend it and of course staying at the Birdhouse.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David O.

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

Our Second Time Visiting

This was our second time staying here at The Bird House Cottage. Everything was great. Looking forward to booking a few days in the near future.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan Z.

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

Wonderful hospitality and beautiful farm

The accommodations were beautiful, the hosts were extraordinarily friendly and welcoming, and their scones are the best we have ever had. We will definitely be staying with them again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis & Susan O.

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

The perfect stay!

Other than the constant sound of gunfire from a nearby shooting range, our stay at Carol and Pete’s “bird house” was absolutely wonderful- clean, well accommodated, and friendly with delicious blueberry scones and fresh farm eggs. We loved the roosters and cows!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

buffy e.

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

35th Wedding Anniversary

The property was just as the pictures showed. The owners brought us fresh made scones when we arrived, which were delicious. The house was absolutely perfect for our stay. We will be planning another visit. Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aileen C.

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

The Bird House

Amazingly tranquil. Carol and Pete are great hosts. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

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

Quiet and Lovely

As everyone else says, this place is truly as lovely as advertised. We enjoyed the privacy and personal touch (delicious homemade scones and fresh eggs), and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn Tison (Ti) S.

Gracious hosts/lovely cottage

We had a wonderful time in this relaxing, charming little cottage in a pretty setting! Pete and Carol could not be nicer!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Cathy H.

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

Awesome

Awesome stay at the "Bird House." Carol and Pete were fabulous hosts, making sure everything was perfect for us. We will be back. Thanks guys!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Gary H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Communication, location

Charming but

We were there for our 50th wedding anniversary. On our very first night my wife developed a gum infection and swollen very badly. We were forced to leave the very next morning. I understand the no refund policy but really thought the owner would be more understanding. Owner response was no refund policy. Very surprised. Also be aware that besides open air courtyard it is basically a one room affair. Really thought the place was larger than that. If the weather isn’t nice you’re basically in just the one room.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Merritt S.

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

Definitely Recommend!

We had a wonderful time, everything was just as listed. The hosts were extremely attentive and communicative. The property was great and so were all the animals. We also really loved the scones :) Thabk you so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

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

Delightful!

What an amazing place this is. Like every other review, Carol and Pete are the BEST hosts. I didn’t realize how much I needed to get away until I spent time in The Birdhouse. Everything is as spectacular as it is in the photos. I would stay here a million times over!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe Z.

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

Awesome

Carol was great. Property was spectacular. We had our two labs with us and everything was perfect. The “birdhouse” is a spectacular little cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kathy L.

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

Thanksgiving getaway

Our stay was amazing. The rental was beyond our expectations! pictures are spot on but in person it is even cuter. hot blueberry scones and fresh farm eggs from the property owners. We will stay here again when we come visit our daughter. Everything and Everyone are great! . Can’t say wonderful things about our stay. Must come try it for yourself!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M.

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

Wonder stay

The birds nest is just like the pictures,but just being there is so relaxing.Carol and Pete are great hosts and Carol’s blueberry scones are heavenly.Our Yorkie Molly had her first encounter with chickens,roosters and cows and enjoyed watching them.If you like nature listening to birds and walking this home is for you
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

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

The Birdhouse

We couldn’t have been more pleased with our stay at The Birdhouse. From the friendliness of the owners Carol & Pete (who makes the most delicious blueberry scones) to the cleanliness and comfortably decorated surroundings inside the cottage (Carol is a top-notch decorator with an eye for little details that makes it so cozy) to the convenience of location. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gale B.

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

We will be back. Sad to leave!

This stay was amazing! Everything we were looking for and more. I think the kitchen and bathroom were my favorite. Luxurious but comfortable. The hosts were so kind and thoughtful. Homemade scones and flowers were waiting. The pictures could never do this gem justice. Thanks Carol & Pete
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl Y., Tacoma, Washington

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

Wonderful Spot

A lovely setting amid the beautiful PA rolling farmlands. And loved the presence of the chickens, donkeys and the emu on the property. The cabin is clean and wonderful and just as pictured (except I don’t believe the beautiful shower is captured in the photos). It turned cold that week so we weren’t able to enjoy the outside space as much but look forward to a return stay in the summer!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Country retreat

Everything was great but haven't received deposit refund or communication from owner - two weeks out now??
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

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

Return visitor

We came back for another day at this sweet little cottage. Five stars the first time and somehow even better the next. We love exploring the property and going down to the river nearby. The fenced in hard for the dogs is ideal, and we love the patio fireplace. The eggs and scones are such a treat, and Carol and Pete could not be more gracious. You can feel yourself relax as soon as you drive onto the property. We'll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

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

Pictures don't do justice!

We have stayed at dozens of vrbos, usually about 4 or 5 per year. This place was completely perfect in every way! Owners are so sweet and pay attention to every single detail. Everything was amazing, the weather was not on our side as it rained the whole time. The courtyard reminds me of an Italian villa, it was beautiful, my favorite spot. Loved the animals so much! Thank you for a spectacular weekend, and we are still dreaming of those scones, by the way....
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda D., Boalsburg, PA

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

Charming Cottage

Comfortable, clean, charming cottage. Everything good you have read in past reviews is true. We arrived during the time of poor air quality due to the Canada fires so had to adjust our exploration of the area to inside attractions and we found much to do. Carol and Phil were always available to support our stay and the blueberry scones are superb. Farm fresh eggs made a wonderful frittata. The cottage shows the knowledge of a great host, interior design and expert construction. Then outdoor patio is lovely from early morning to sunset. Great place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa K., Clayton, North Carolina

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

Christmas Cottage at the Bird House

We had a wonderful weekend at the Birdhouse ! We were welcomed with a warm plate of freshly baked blueberries scones at this lovely appointed cottage on the farm. Beautifully decorated for the holidays, it had everything we needed. Even dog bowls, couch covers and grain free treats for our fur babies. Pete and Carol have thought of everything. We cannot wait to return for another visit. Be sure to say hello to the local emu, chickens, donkey if time permits ! Such a wonderful experience all around. Thank you !!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly H., Clear Spring, MD USA

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

Loved The Bird House

The cottage was anazi g! We stayed a long weekend and took our two dogs. Carol and Pete take great care of the human and furry guests. From fresh flowers on the table to warm sco es personally delivered to treats for the dogs that mi e loved. This is located in a perfe t area. 30 minutes max to everythi g we wanted to do. Antique stores in Columbia were great and somethi g to do on Sunday. We loved our morning coffee on the patio by the fireplace with the dogs abd and then eveni gs out there were just as nice. All the farm animals were a plus and m My husband was right at home. The fresh eggs were great! We definitely will stay here again when returning to Amish country. It was our first time here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Carol Heth

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I have lived in this area all of my life and have grown to appreciate the little piece of paradise that we call home.

Why they chose this property

Growing up down the road and having my Grandparents next door has been a great life experience. The area had always been very family oriented with my Aunts, Uncles, and cousins next door. There are still families that have been here for their lifetime.

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