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Historic Canal Home on Nature Preserve

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A cozy interior with wicker furniture, a vintage typewriter, and hanging floral decorations.
A sunlit room with wicker furniture, large windows, and hanging floral decorations.
A sunlit room with a high ceiling, hanging plants, wicker furniture, and a vintage stove.
Private kitchen
A cozy indoor space with wicker furniture, a blue cart, and hanging plants.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Princeton, NJ
  • Place, Delaware River Heritage Trail Rocky Hill Trailhead
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Princeton University
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Palmer Square
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Double Sofa Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Historic Canal Home on Nature Preserve

Summary:

Only 10 minutes from Princeton University, this quiet and beautifully restored historic home sits along the picturesque D&R Canal and borders a vast nature preserve—ideal for mountain biking, kayaking, and peaceful walks. The calming water views immediately set a weekend state of mind, while inside, guests are invited to explore the home’s many unique treasures, including a collection of antique arcade games. Outside, a charming fruit orchard and neighboring preserved land offer hours of wandering among wildflowers, making this an inspiring retreat for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike.



Guest Access:

The entire house is yours to enjoy



Other Things to Note:

Events are not allowed at this location.



Interaction with Guests:

We live nearby and are always available to help

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No fireworks. No noise outside from 10pm to 9am. Only the guests/pets included in the confirmed reservation are permitted on the property. Pet ...

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4960283vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Princeton

Located in Princeton, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Regal Commerce Center and Princeton Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Palmer Square and University Square Shopping Center. Consider Brooklyn Bowl Philadelphia for a night out or Herrontown Woods Arboretum if you're travelling with kids. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing, horse riding and rock climbing.
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Princeton, NJ

What's nearby

  • Delaware River Heritage Trail Rocky Hill Trailhead - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Princeton University - 11 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Palmer Square - 15 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Princeton University Art Museum - 16 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Sesame Place - 44 min drive - 45.0 km

Getting around

  • Princeton Junction Station - 19 min drive
  • Princeton, NJ (PCT) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mori Sushi - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Tiger's Tale - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sushi Palace - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Canal Home on Nature Preserve pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Canal Home on Nature Preserve?

As of 26 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Canal Home on Nature Preserve on 29 September 2026 start from NZ$847, 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 Historic Canal Home on Nature Preserve?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Canal Home on Nature Preserve?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Canal Home on Nature Preserve?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Canal Home on Nature Preserve located?

This family-friendly Princeton holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Griiggstown Native Grassland Preserve and Delaware River Heritage Trail Kingston Trailhead. Herrontown Woods Arboretum and Princeton University are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this house and property! Beautiful historic home. Plenty of space. Huge yard too.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was beautiful and full of personality. Each area was beautifully decorated and very clean. This is definitely a family friendly home and I hope that the next family to rent the home enjoys their stay just as much as we did.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the house! It was such a fun house to stay in. It is so accessible to the canal path to ride or walk. The nature center next store was an added bonus!Our host Tom quickly returned messages. He was kind enough to message us the day we arrived to make sure we arrived safely and to let us know to contact him if we needed anything. Loved the prism stickers on the windows. So fun seeing all the prisms on sunny days!Will definitely keep this house in mind if we need to go back to NJ!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an interesting house with a great yard. Host was terrific. If you like cookie cutter and have no sense of humor, this is not your house. If you like quirkie, unique and can laugh at squeaky floorboards and the uniqueness of a very old house, you will enjoy.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Staying here was fun-- pretty location, neat old house. The gathering space was kind of tight, tho. More comfortable furnishings would've made the experience nicer. Some things were dirty (dishes/utensils weren't clean, dining room has a greasy patch on it which left us feeling a little cautious and grossed out). Wish there was some ziploc bags, alum foil, plastic wrap, paper plates. The plates/bowls provided weren't microwave safe, the oven wasn't working (the owner is attentive and helpful, we just didn't realize oven was not functional till later in the last night so didn't bother asking for help.) Not enough outlets since old house and noticed there were no smoke detectors? If the space had better furnishings in general the stay would've been that much more comfortable. We made do-- it was a pleasant stay overall.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The home is quaint and was clean, but badly needs new mattresses, bedding, and pillows. All rooms were musty and allergic. I think cleaner window air-conditioning units/filters would help. The suggestive paintings in the bedrooms are uncomfortable for teens. The family we went with was so uncomfortable that they booked a hotel. Communication was terrific.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2026
The house is a historic house (over 200 years old) and all of the paintings in the home can be seen in the photos we provide in the listing.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a charming old house. Beds were comfortable. Ample space for a family of 6. We were in town for a wedding and didn’t get to enjoy all the activities at the house, we would come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026

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