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The Reading Railroad Rest

Holiday home in Reading with kitchen

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Private kitchen
Room
Living area
Room
Bathroom

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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  • Place, Santander Arena
  • Place, FirstEnergy Stadium
  • Place, Reading Pagoda
  • Airport, Reading, PA (RDG-Reading Regional)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The Reading Railroad Rest

Step back in time at The Reading Railroad Rest, a 3-bedroom home blending historic charm with modern comforts. Each bedroom includes a TV for your entertainment. Located in the heart of Reading, PA, you’ll enjoy high-speed internet plus easy access to dining, attractions, and entertainment. Expect a lively city atmosphere—rear parking available, a beer distributor across the street, and a club just two blocks away. No smoking inside; $300 fee applies for violations.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 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: less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Reading

Reading is home to this holiday home. Reading Pagoda and Daniel Boone Homestead are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Hiester Lanes and Hampden Park Tennis Center. Reading Science Center and Reading Co. Technical and Historical Society are also worth visiting.
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Map
Reading, PA

What's nearby

  • Santander Arena - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • GoggleWorks Center for the Arts - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • FirstEnergy Stadium - 3 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Reading Pagoda - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Mid-Atlantic Air Museum - 10 min drive - 8.0 km

Getting around

  • Reading, PA (RDG-Reading Regional) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pike Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Old San Juan - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Jack's Pub - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪APlus at Sunoco - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Reading Railroad Rest pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at The Reading Railroad Rest?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Reading Railroad Rest?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Reading Railroad Rest located?

Situated in Reading, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Albright College and Hampden Park Tennis Center. Hiester Lanes and Center for the Arts at Albright College are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

8.0

Very good

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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

6.8/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

bella c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The rooms were very clean, the host was super friendly and accommodating. Will be booking here again in future.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
Eduardo was a kind and responsive host. He was flexible with our check-in date, had the place cleaned before our arrival, and communicated well. However, we didn’t even stay the night. We arrived around 5 PM and left by 9 PM due to serious safety and comfort concerns.The biggest issue was the neighborhood, which was not disclosed in the listing. There’s a liquor store directly across the street, and while walking back from our parking spot (which was three blocks away), two individuals screamed and cursed at my 8-year-old son. That incident made us feel extremely unsafe.Parking was another challenge. The designated space behind the home was too small for our SUV, and nearby street parking was scarce.Security also felt lacking. The back door lock didn’t work properly, and the front door had only a keypad deadbolt, no knob or secondary lock. The door itself appeared to have been damaged previously, adding to the sense of vulnerability.The listing had no exterior photos, which would have helped set better expectations for the surrounding area. While the third-floor bedrooms had portable AC units, the rest of the upstairs remained hot and uncomfortable.To Eduardo’s credit, he said he’s addressing some of these issues, and I believe he cares. But based on our experience, this property is not suitable for families with young kids or anyone concerned about security and neighborhood safety.
Property and parking, first come first serve.
Back parking of the property.
Liquor store on the corner across from property
Front of property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John W.

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

UNEXPECTED DIAMOND

The house was better than expected. Everything is updated nicely. The house was very large and the kids loved the upstairs. Ask about the parking in the back- full garage.Nice! Overall great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Patrick T.

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

Accurate description

Well-appointed with furnishings and appliances, and seemingly newly renovated, the property perfectly met out family’s need for a weekend stay in the Reading area. WiFi worked great. Quiet from the inside. Some in my group of 9 felt the neighborhood was a little sketchy, with a busy club 2 blocks away (which hosted Insane Clown Posse, during our stay), but half felt the area was alright and near the spots in Reading, Allentown and Lancaster. The property’s parking spot needed some tight maneuvering and barely fit 2 SUVs, and street parking may be a challenge.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kenneth C.

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

Reading VRBO Review

Nice updated property. Very clean. Needed paper towels in kitchen and bathrooms. Great communication with host, all questions were quickly answered. Could not lock the back door from the outside using the keypad. This door was unlocked when we arrived and the back screen door does not clear the awning above it and scrapes it every time the door is opened.Outside of these incidents, the overall experience was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

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