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Historic Home on Gay Street.

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A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a blue armchair, and a gold tray on a ottoman. - Historic Home on Gay Street. (West Chester)
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a blue armchair, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall. - Historic Home on Gay Street. (West Chester)
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black and white checkered floor, and a large window above the sink. - Historic Home on Gay Street. (West Chester)
An interior with a brick archway leading to a dining area with wooden flooring and a table set for four. - Historic Home on Gay Street. (West Chester)
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a blue armchair, and a patterned rug. - Historic Home on Gay Street. (West Chester)
Historic Home on Gay Street. provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Historic Home on Gay Street.

  • About this space
    Welcome to historic downtown West Chester, PA. This freshly renovated historic home boasts 2 Queen bedrooms and 2 full baths, sleeping 6. Amenities and accommodation await behind the lavender door. This home is nestled on one of the most desirable blocks in the borough that boasts 260 years of history. Convenience, history, haven, and limitless adventures begin with your stay at 236 W Gay street. Take a look behind the lavender door.
    The space
    Welcome to historic downtown West Chester, PA. This freshly renovated historic home boasts 2 Queen bedrooms and 2 full baths, sleeping 6. Amenities and accommodation await behind the lavender door. This home is nestled on one of the most desirable blocks in the borough that boasts 260 years of history. You are immediately welcomed into the primary living room of the home, with a bright and airy ambiance, accented by a fireplace focal feature. This area of the home is bathed in natural light and an ideal place to unwind after your day of perusing the bevy of local shops and restaurants afforded by this borough locale. The traditional floor plan transitions into the formal dining room with seating for 6, and onto the spacious kitchen. With all of the conveniences of home, in addition to holding ample prep and storage space, this area gives you the comfortability of creating your own culinary delights throughout your stay. To the rear of the home you will find the recreational comfort of the second living room. Unwind with a movie, challenge others to a board game, or start your day with a book and espresso pairing. This secondary living room also holds a Queen Sofabed and adjoins to a full bath and laundry. This space also allows you to blend indoor and outdoor living with ease. Dine al fresco and enjoy a pairing of wine from one of Chester County's wineries such as Chaddsford Winery or Penns Woods Winery on the private patio. The secondary floor of living boasts two spacious bedrooms with Queen beds and a full bath, providing you all of the creature comforts of home. Parking garage access is also a bonus feature of this West Chester abode.

    236 W Gay street is perched in the heart of West Chester, PA, the county "seat" as it is called. With a plethora of options for dining, (Opa Taverna, Limoncello, Mercato, Greystone, and D'Ascemzo's Gelato), shopping (including the renowned King of Prussia Mall), historic tours, wineries (Chaddsford Winery, Penns Woods Winery, Galer Estate Vineyard and Winery) and more. The home is minutes to the esteemed attraction of Longwood Gardens, nestled near the Brandywine Battlefield, close to historic Valley Forge, as well as steps from West Chester University. The home is also central to many local hiking trails, streams for fishing, and canoeing, Marsh Creek Lake for calm beaches, paddleboarding, sailing, and more. The Brandywine River Valley has endless outdoor escapes.

    Convenience, history, haven, and limitless adventures begin with your stay at 236 W Gay street. Take a look behind the lavender door.
    Guest access
    Whole House with one car detached garage

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

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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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 first aid kit and a deadlock
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 area

West Chester is home to this holiday home. Baldwin's Book Barn and Ice Line are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Exton Square Mall and Chadds Ford Village & Barn Shops. QVC Studio Park and Innovative Performing Arts Center are also worth visiting. Visit our West Chester travel guide
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West Chester, PA

What's nearby

  • Everhart Park
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Chester County Historical Society
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • West Chester University of Pennsylvania
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Barclay Grounds
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Marshall Square
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Exton Whitford Station
    9 min drive
  • Wilmington, DE (ILG-New Castle)
    48 min drive

Restaurants

  • Kildare's Irish Pub
    4 min walk
  • Sedona Taphouse West Chester
    3 min walk
  • LaScala's FIRE West Chester
    3 min walk
  • Stove and Tap III
    2 min walk
  • Ryan's Pub
    2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Home on Gay Street. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Historic Home on Gay Street.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Home on Gay Street.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Home on Gay Street.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Home on Gay Street. located?

Situated in West Chester, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Chester County Historical Society and Everhart Park. West Chester University of Pennsylvania and Chester County Hospital are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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