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THE WINTER HOUSE - HISTORIC DOWNTOWN LANCASTER

Apartment with balcony, a short walk to Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square

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Property grounds
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
TV
Exterior
Step into The Winter House, a charming studio in Lancaster’s historic district. This 1880-built home offers modern comforts like Smart TV and high-speed internet, along with tasteful touches and quality linens for a restful night's sleep. With plenty of morning light and enough space for four guests to enjoy comfortably.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

THE WINTER HOUSE - HISTORIC DOWNTOWN LANCASTER

Built in 1880 and central to the historic district, The 'Winter House' is named in honor of Lancaster’s own Band of Brother’s leader and hometown hero, Major Dick Winters. The Winter House is perfectly situated, just a few minutes walk to Lancaster’s city center, and is equipped with modern amenities which include a Smart TV, high speed internet, and central AC. Inside, you’ll find tasteful touches, quality linens and a comfortable bed to ensure a restful night’s sleep.
The Winter House was recently restored with tasteful touches throughout. The space hints to a past when things were simpler while highlighting the creature comforts one demands of today's modern spaces. Tasteful accent lighting, hardwood floors, and high quality linens ensure a good night's rest, while the smart tv and high speed internet provide travelers the peace of mind of staying connected. The studio is filled with morning light throughout and offers enough space for four guests to enjoy comfortably. You can rest assured knowing the space is professionally cleaned and cared for, and our team is readily available to ensure your experience in staying with us is the absolute very best.
The studio entrance is easily accessed from N. Shippen St. (See check-in link). Enter through the dark wood front door. Once inside, the entry door to the studio is to the left . All areas of the home are secure and have outdoor security cameras.
Our team is available through the Airbnb app or phone, and we have a local service team should you need assistance during your stay.
The Musser Park neighborhood is on Lancaster's East side, and is a short walk to parks, area restaurants and downtown entertainment. The park, commissioned in 1949, was named after Lancaster’s umbrella handle tycoon Henry Musser. The park is a local favorite that includes plenty of open space, a children’s play area and the Lancaster Museum of Art. The location is highly walkable to Lancaster’s central market, the convention center, and most downtown area shops and restaurants.
The Winter House has a walk-score of 98, so for those who love walking - Lancaster is a foot warriors dream! In addition, Lancaster has a network of bike paths with mindful motorists and clearly marked bike lanes throughout the city. The city is inter-connected by rivers, parks, and side alleyways that are sure to leave a lasting impression. For those looking to travel by car, you’ll appreciate the lack of traffic often found in larger metropolitan cities. If you take a car, be mindful of our local horse carriages and buggies often found traveling throughout our community and back-country roads.

The Winter House is dog friendly! Up to two medium sized dogs (65 lbs each) are permitted in the home at a rate of $75 per stay, per pet. Unattended pets left in the home must be kenneled. Rental agreements greater than 30 days require an additional refundable security deposit of $250 per pet and additional pet rent of $50 per pet, per month will be charged separately. No other animals to include cats, birds, or reptiles are permitted at The Winter House.
The home is 420/smoker friendly, but in outside areas only, at least ten feet away from windows and doors.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 400 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

488309

About the neighborhood

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Lancaster, PA

What's nearby

  • Lancaster County Convention Center - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Central Market - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Fulton Theatre - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Franklin & Marshall College - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Lancaster Station - 4 min drive
  • Lancaster, PA (LNS) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Annie Bailey's Irish Public House - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bert & The Elephant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Marion Court Room - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Brisas Del Caribe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Square One Coffee Roasters - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is THE WINTER HOUSE - HISTORIC DOWNTOWN LANCASTER pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at THE WINTER HOUSE - HISTORIC DOWNTOWN LANCASTER?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at THE WINTER HOUSE - HISTORIC DOWNTOWN LANCASTER?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is THE WINTER HOUSE - HISTORIC DOWNTOWN LANCASTER located?

Located in Musser Park, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Central Market and Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square. Heritage Center Museum of Lancaster County and Lancaster County Convention Center are also within 10 minutes. Lancaster Station is 25 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

THE WINTER HOUSE - HISTORIC DOWNTOWN LANCASTER Reviews

8.4

Very Good

10

Cleanliness

8.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

jae l.

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

"Historic" Means Bustling With Life

City block like living. Clean and quaint, and in walking distance from corner stores, barber shops, etc... Forgot your charger, need to get prepared food or groceries; all in walking distance. No closet, but Roku amenities which allow you to login to your streaming service regulars. Limited grass and park space for dogs, however the City parking guidelines were clear and concise. Be kind and top the cleaners
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Disliked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Smaller then it shows in photos

Too small for even 2 people let alone having a pet brought in. Neighborhood was very dark and lower economic with people in the street throughout the night and drug users on the corner. Did not have the link to get parking permit and did not know i needed it until after I got there. nice for a single person who was alone.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023