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Charming, Cozy, & Conveniently Nestled in Historic Wellsboro, 2 BR, 1 Bath, WIFI

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, DVD player, video library
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10

Exceptional

Entire home

1200 sq ft

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Wellsboro, PA
  • Popular LocationLeonard Harrison State Park17 min drive
  • Popular LocationHills Creek State Park18 min drive
  • Popular LocationColton Point State Park29 min drive

About this property

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

Charming, Cozy, & Conveniently Nestled in Historic Wellsboro, 2 BR, 1 Bath, WIFI

Back in the Day Guest House, LLC

Are you ready for a break? Do you like quaint, historic towns close to the Pennsylvania forests? Are you on a business trip? Then we have the place for you!

Back in the Day Guest House sits only a five-minute walk from historic, picturesque, downtown Wellsboro and a short drive away from Pennsylvania’s Grand Canyon and Tioga State Forest. A double-plank, bungalow-style house provides guests with two bedrooms and a kitchen containing all the necessities for your cooking needs. This charming 1,200 sq. foot guest house is perfect for the solo adventurer, couple, family looking for a relaxing getaway or the business traveler who prefers something cozier than a hotel room. Whether you’re looking for the excitement of the Susquehannock Trail Performance Rally® (STPR®), the bustle of the PA State Laurel Festival, the charm of Dickens of a Christmas, a quiet weekend away with a loved one, or simply a place to unwind, the Back in the Day Guest House is a reasonably priced getaway for your comfort and enjoyment.

CHARMING...

C omfortable & cozy 2-bedroom vacation rental in historic Wellsboro, PA
H ome away from home comfort & amenities
A ffordable daily & weekly rates
R elaxing getaway for those who prefer something cozier than a hotel
M inutes away from local attractions
I deal for the solo adventurer, couples, families & business travelers
N estled in a quiet neighborhood & a short walk to downtown Wellsboro
G uests satisfaction is our core focus

Property manager

Back in the Day Guest House, LLC

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Tobacco-free premises

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Local artist showcase
  • Property does not allow children
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: Pet-free home

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children
Note from host: < 21 years of age must be accompanied by an adult

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
Note from host: No parties or events allowed.
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

About the neighborhood

Wellsboro

Located in Wellsboro, this vacation home is in the city center. While the natural beauty of Colton Point State Park and Hills Creek State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Ski Sawmill. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Mansfield University of Pennsylvania - 17 min drive
  • Leonard Harrison State Park - 17 min drive
  • Hills Creek State Park - 18 min drive
  • Colton Point State Park - 29 min drive
  • Cherry Springs State Park - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Roost - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Harland's Family Style Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Wellsboro House - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming, Cozy, & Conveniently Nestled in Historic Wellsboro, 2 BR, 1 Bath, WIFI pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming, Cozy, & Conveniently Nestled in Historic Wellsboro, 2 BR, 1 Bath, WIFI?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming, Cozy, & Conveniently Nestled in Historic Wellsboro, 2 BR, 1 Bath, WIFI?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming, Cozy, & Conveniently Nestled in Historic Wellsboro, 2 BR, 1 Bath, WIFI located?

Located in the heart of Wellsboro, this vacation home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Hills Creek State Park, Leonard Harrison State Park, and Pine Creek Gorge. Mansfield University of Pennsylvania is 12.4 mi (19.9 km) away.

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place!
Great location to town and very close to trails / kayaking launches. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justina L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall getaway
Very cozy, neat and clean. Fall decorations were really nice. Lori and Gary were great hosts. We felt so welcomed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy E., Easton, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Bike trip
Beautiful home, quiet neighborhood and extremely nice and helpful hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lena L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best place ever
For the Laurel festival I was worried I was not going to be able to find a place to stay. As a Laurel candidate I was required to be in Wellsboro at certain times. With this VRBO being close to town and in a Friendly neighborhood it made my experience so much better. I love this VRBO and definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pine Creek Bike Trip
Our experience was incredible. The property was immaculate and charming in all ways. Nothing was left out and we felt very welcome. The suggestions for our trail ride were perfect for us. The hosts even arranged a meeting with Linda Stager, the author of my trail guide! It was delightful and will remain a very fond memory! I can't wait to plan another visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammi W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cottage!
Wow, what can I say.... This cottage was the best! Super clean, owners are one of a kind. Sooo helpful and responsive. If you're going to Wellsboro for anything, STAY HERE!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betsy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
The attention to every detail in this sparkling clean house made this a definite do over for my family. Within walking distance to downtown and a short drive from hiking and walking trails. And the hosts are very helpful and so nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dan B., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Bike Trip
My Father and I stay here for a long weekend to enjoy riding bikes in the fall in Wellsboro. This property has fantastic location and is full of all the supplies you amd your famiky could need. The Owners are curtious, respectful and wonderful folks. Your stay here will be comfortable and cozy. Thank you Gary and Lori.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
"Gem" in Wellsboro
We were pleasantly greeted by Lori when we arrived. The Guest House is immaculate, charming, and had all the conveniences of home. Lori and Gary were very friendly and made us feel right at home. This is truly the "Gem" rental in Wellsboro! S, G, L Miller
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Great stay with warm, welcoming hosts. Great location and a wonderful long weekend overall.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Find your home away from home in Wellsboro
I grew up in Wellsboro and so believe me when I say, if you stay at Gary and Lori's place you will have a REAL Wellsboro experience. While the mountains and canyon and gas lights are all charming and delightful, it really is the friendliness and generosity of the people in the town that make this a special place. You'll likely see people waving at each other from cars and having long chats in stores and on corners. From the moment you arrive at Back in the Day Guesthouse you'll be surrounded by this hospitality and hominess. I won't spoil what you'll find except to say my kids loved seeing the personalized welcome message on the chalk board and learning about the homemade board game. Gary and Lori are wonderful hosts and as longtime residents can give you any information about the area you'll need. You will definitely feel well taken care of. Be sure to check out the photobook that documents their work refurbishing the guest house. Wellsboro will always be my home and when you stay here it can be yours for a few days too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome experience
Felt so comfortable in this cozy and impeccably clean home. I received such a warm welcome, plus Gary and Lori eagerly answered my questions, helped me find places, and offered suggestions for things to do and places to eat which created an exceptional visit! If you need a place to stay in Wellsboro, this is it!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Migdalia R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Get-Away
My husband and I visit Wellsboro every year to see the fall foliage. This year we stayed at "Back in the Day" and had the most relaxing stay ever! The cottage was perfect for us; It was roomy, clean, and extremely organized! It had everything we needed, in fact, we felt at home. Most importantly, the owners were extremely friendly and helpful, they catered to our every need! They provided us with information on many local resources and gave us numerous brochures for places to visit. Without a doubt, this is where we will stay from now on!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mark Cindy J.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Great Time at Back in the Day
Back in the Day is a wonderful place to stay if youŕe doing anything in and/or around Wellsboro, PA. The house is clean and comfortable and Gary and Lori are courteous, helpful and friendly hosts. We anticipate coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paula H., Pittsburgh, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Best home to stay in Wellsboro, just like being at home.
We have been renting for a long time with home away and this is the best home we have stayed in yet. Lori and Gary are wonderful owners and have thought of everything to make us feel at home. The house is spotless and had every amenity we could have ever needed. There is a lot to do, whether it be sitting and relaxing on the porch or doing one of the many things that they provide maps and brochures about. We loved our stay and will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michele S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Experience
What a treasure this rental is! The home is immaculate and as soon as you walk in you feel welcomed and at home! So many little touches by the owners that make you feel special. Lori and Gary are marvelous hosts! They not only provide an exceptional rental but give you so much information about Wellsboro and the areas surrounding it. We celebrated our 40th wedding anniversary there! I couldn't have asked for a more wonderful time! Thank you for making our stay with you so special! We will be back!

10/10 Excellent

Diane A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
The house is charming and immaculately clean! Stocked with everything you can think of - and more! We arrived to a basket of fresh fruit and trail mix! Gary and Lori live right next door and are the perfect hosts. Lots of information in the house if you are looking for things to do. Beds were super comfy and the towels made you feel like you were at a 5 star resort! We have stayed in numerous VRBO rentals over the years and this, by far, is the best!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home!
We were hoping for a nice small hope as described yet found it to be much more, all the comforts of a hotel plus a home! Wonderful neighborhood close to town, spotlessly clean and all the amenities one could want!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anne H., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
I have rented many vrbo properties and Back in the Day is going to be hard to top. Gary, Lori and family refurbished the adorable cottage, the love and care they put into the property shows in every nook and cranny. Cleanliness is beyond reproach, the bathroom towels are so luxurious, the kitchen very well stocked. The property is exactly as pictured, So many nice touches, it would be hard to list them all. We had plenty of room to spread out with our Grandson who was traveling with us. You won't regret booking "Back in the Day", the house is pristine. Thanks for your hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Donald K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Stay
Lori and Gary made sure we had everything we needed. The house was clean, comfortable and well-stocked. The welcome basket was a great treat. The location was convenient to everything we wanted to do in Wellsboro. We will definitely stay there again the next time we come to Wellsboro.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L., PHILADELPHIA

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great time!
Gary & Lori are the best hosts! The house is very large and was so comfortable. Everything was perfect! It is close to all of the hiking and biking trails through the gorge. They have every possible map imaginable, which was incredibly helpful. We will absolutely stay again next year. Thank you for welcoming us!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gary W.

Most enjoyable
Gary & Lori were very gracious hosts making us feel as if we were extended family. The house was well stocked, had very comfortable beds and the most luxurious towels I have ever seen in a rental property. The next time I need a place to rent in the Wellsboro area, I will undoubtedly stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

Very comfortable.
Great location, lots of hiking trails nearby. Owners live next door, were very friendly and helpfull. House was perfectly appointed, spotlessly clean, and very comfortable, felt right at home instantly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Heidi M.

Beautiful little home away from home
The back in the day guest house was the one of the nicest places we have ever stayed. Gary and Lori go above and beyond for their guests. They were very helpful with things to do and places to eat. They have so many brochures and business cards to help you plan out your trip while you are there. They even have menus for a lot of the different restaurants around the area. If you don't want to eat out the whole time the kitchen has everything you need to make some meals of your own. Everything is so clean and was perfect for a place to relax when we weren't out and about exploring the area. I had forgotten my fan that I have to have to sleep at night and Gary even took the time to find me one so I had one to use the very first night we were there. They were always just a phone call, text message or a few steps away (they live right next door) to answer any questions you may have. The location is very convenient as its just a minute or two from, restaurants, grocery stores and down town Wellsboro. We highly recommend the back in the day guest house!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Shelly C.

Great place to stay!! Well maintained and very clean. Such a cute house too!!
Wonderful place to stay for a get a way in beautiful Wellsboro Pa. Owners Lori and Gary’s hospitality made the stay even more enjoyable. Would definitely recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018