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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 266.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Columbia, PA
  • Place, National Watch and Clock Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Turkey Hill Experience
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Susquehanna River
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Harrisburg, PA (MDT-Harrisburg Intl.)
    ‪28 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 $125 fee for one and $125 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

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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

Adults only
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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. Please leash your dog when walking on the property.

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

  • National Watch and Clock Museum - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Turkey Hill Experience - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Susquehanna River - 5 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Chickies Rock Park - 5 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre - 8 min drive - 9.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Black Olive Family Diner - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Union Station Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bully's Restaurant & Pub - ‬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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Enjoy your stay in the country. Dog friendly with a fenced-in yard?

As of 2 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Enjoy your stay in the country. Dog friendly with a fenced-in yard on 22 June 2026 start from NZ$313, 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 Enjoy your stay in the country. Dog friendly with a fenced-in yard?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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 National Watch and Clock Museum, Turkey Hill Experience and Wright's Ferry Mansion. Field of Screams and Chickies Rock Park 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. 123 out of 126 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 126 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 126 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 126 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 126 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Haley J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely getaway!Very quiet and peaceful, welcoming owners. Overall, a good experience. My only complaint is that it is very small.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marhalee V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our 2nd stay at the Bird House & we love it! It is so quaint and cozy! It’s secluded on a lovely farm property but is still close to town. Carol & Pete provide the comforts of home, including the best blueberry scones I’ve ever eaten! Our little Rico loves the little fenced in yard & the cozy courtyard! This is definitely a dog friendly space! We will definitely be back on our next trip to PA!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darlene K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely loved this place!!! Very close to everything!! Beautiful farm!! I would definitely recommend this place and I hope to go back soon!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

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

Columbia stay

This is our third time staying here and we love it.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David O.

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

A Great Place!

A great place to stay and relax. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joyce D.

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

Peaceful long weekend

The place was cute, quaint and adorable. For being small the use of space was designed very well. We loved the animals and peaceful surroundings. Owners thought of everything, great special added touches. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The blueberry pastry was very good. It was quiet, just what we are use to. We were glad to have farm fresh eggs like we eat at home. It was easy for us to get to and from our son's home in York.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Curtis A.

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

Nice stay close to all kinds of activities

Wonderful stay, really enjoyed all the animals on the property. Close to a variety of places to see. Nice oasis to visit! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

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
Verified

6/10 Okay

David W.

Owners somewhat controlling
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

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

Love it and we will be back again.

This was our second time staying here and we love it. The country setting is what we enjoy and pet friendly as well. Close to everything but tranquil and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeannine S.

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

Perfect

The place was beautiful & the host went above & beyond to make you feel welcome! Hope we get to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carl & Shirley L.

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

Nawcc national

An awesome place. We were greeted with homemade scones, fresh cut flowers and farm fresh eegs. Grain free treats for our 2 yorkshire terriers with bowls for their food and water. Enjoyed the seeing the chickens roam the area. A doe and fawn came by to see us. We'll definitely stay here again.Communication with the host was great, quick response, with link for a local markets
Wall of windows. Let in lots of light
Scones (ate 2 before picture was taken) and fresh cut flowers
Doe and fawn
Chickens
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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

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.

Languages:

English

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