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Vacay in an Authentic Chadds Ford / Brandywine Valley / Longwood Gardens

Family-friendly holiday home in Chadds Ford

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 19557.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, Longwood Gardens
  • Place, Brandywine River Museum
  • Place, Chadds Ford Village & Barn Shops
  • Airport, Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 19)

Boxwood

2 Single Beds

Cherry Blossom

1 Queen Bed

Island Palm

1 King Bed

Lavender

1 King Bed

Rose Suite

1 King Bed

Seaglass

1 Queen Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Boxwood Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Cherry Blossom Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Island Palm Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Lavender Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Powder Room

Toilet

Rose Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Seaglass Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Vacay in an Authentic Chadds Ford / Brandywine Valley / Longwood Gardens

Pennsbury Inn is a lovely and comfortable Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania Inn near Longwood Gardens in the historic Brandywine Valley. Our historic Chadds Ford, PA inn offers eight bedrooms with 6 private baths, a large living room with huge open fireplace, and other common areas. Located on eight acres of grounds bordered by woodland trails, this Chadds Ford inn hideaway is perfect for intimate anniversary dinners, bridal showers, business meetings, and YOUR vacation!

Discover the treasures of the Brandywine Valley, Philadelphia, and beyond from your exclusive Pennsylvania lodging home base. The inn is a tranquil setting on eight acres of flowers and trees, fountains, and ponds. It has a number of restaurants nearby, including some in Kennett Square, a rural community in which chefs pay their nightly culinary respects to the mushrooms that grow abundantly in this part of America.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
1 child per room
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Township noise policy at 9:30p
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Pets

No pets allowed
1 pet per room, per pet fee applies per week
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking in the inn. Designated smoking area.
Photo ID required for primary renter for age confirmation - send via email prior to rental.
Rental agreement must be signed - send via email prior to rental.
Events allowed - requires joint agreement, additional contract, event insurance, and additional costs based on length and type of event.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50
Note from host: Township noise policy at 9:30p
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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Chadds Ford

Located in Chadds Ford, this holiday home is in a rural area. Longwood Gardens and Auburn Valley State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Brandywine Picnic Park and Delaware Museum of Natural History. Travelling with kids? Consider Baldwin's Book Barn and Mount Cuba Astronomical Observatory. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours and birdwatching.
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Chadds Ford, PA

What's nearby

  • Chaddsford Winery - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Longwood Gardens - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Brandywine River Museum - 4 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Chadds Ford Village & Barn Shops - 4 min drive - 5.3 km
  • West Chester University of Pennsylvania - 15 min drive - 12.5 km

Getting around

  • Media Elwyn Station - 20 min drive
  • Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Café - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Beer Garden - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Vacay in an Authentic Chadds Ford / Brandywine Valley / Longwood Gardens pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Vacay in an Authentic Chadds Ford / Brandywine Valley / Longwood Gardens ?

As of 13 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vacay in an Authentic Chadds Ford / Brandywine Valley / Longwood Gardens on 16 Nov 2025 start from AU$2,325.40, 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 Vacay in an Authentic Chadds Ford / Brandywine Valley / Longwood Gardens ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Vacay in an Authentic Chadds Ford / Brandywine Valley / Longwood Gardens ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vacay in an Authentic Chadds Ford / Brandywine Valley / Longwood Gardens ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Vacay in an Authentic Chadds Ford / Brandywine Valley / Longwood Gardens located?

This family-friendly Chadds Ford holiday home is located in a rural location, within a 15-minute walk of Chaddsford Winery and Bark Park at Pennsbury Township Municipal Park. Chadds Ford Village & Barn Shops and Longwood Gardens are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spaces for a gathering of 8 women. Best-appointed kitchen I have seen in all my years of renting thru VRBO.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla D.

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

Beautiful and charming

This home and garden are so beautiful and unique. You can feel the history and my group had such a fun time. The house is very old so there are quirks but overall fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We has a fantastic stay at this beautiful historic lodge. The property is rich with character and charm offering a peaceful and inspiring setting that made our visit truly remarkable.The highlight for us was how spacious the house is with a first rate kitchen well-equiped for hosting large meals. The bedrooms are all very comfortable, and while only one was on the first floor, the layout worked well for our family. There are two dining areas and a cozy, inviting living room that made it easy to spend time together. As an added bonus there is a game room with pool, air hockey and other games. All in all, this is a wonderful venue for families, group gatherings, or small events. Would recommend to anyone looking to host a special occasion.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea C.

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

Have your next family gathering here!

This property is perfect for a large gathering. The grounds are lovely. We enjoyed the patio and the fire pit. There is plenty of room to spread out. Inside is charming and well-equipped. There are some nice touches - plenty of nightlights to show the way to the bathroom at night, lots of spices available in the kitchen. There were no clear instructions on check-out procedures and the host did not respond to my message asking about it. I would highly recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce C.

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

Perfect!, Just Perfec!!!

We celebrated my husband's 70th birthday at this amazing historical inn. The house was so comfortable, clean and well appointed. The grounds were well landscaped with plenty of setting areas for large groups. Very relaxing. You will not be disappointed. We plan on returning to do all the things we didn't have time for in one weekend. Vicki, thank you for everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy Y.

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

Perfect get away for a wedding after party

My new husband and I asked our closest friends to join us at this house for the day and night after our wedding. Months before our stay, Vicki, the property manager agreed to give us a tour of the property and gave us loads of details about the building's history. During our stay, we enjoyed the house for it's excellent, unique indoor and outdoor decor and amenities. The kitchen was fully stocked with all the cookware/tableware you could want and all the appliances work. Each room in the house is adorable, cozy, and themed. The upstairs bedrooms are arranged in a little bit of a maze but this only adds to the fun, whimsical vibes of the house. The backyard is perfect for lounging, yard games, and bonfire relaxation. My husband and I are already considering occasions when we might be able to come back for another stay with more friends and family. 5 stars all around, we wish we could've stayed longer!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dean L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It is important to note that this house was originally built as an Inn in 1714 if I remember correctly, so it is over 300 years old. It has had a lot of modifications since then, but what you are getting is an opportunity to essentially sleep in a museum. There are various things throughout the house that might leave you scratching your head, crooked door frames and light switches that are in weird places, and obviously there is wear-and-tear on floors and walls, but it all contributes to the experience. I will say that there is 1 bedroom without a door, and a couple of bedrooms that you have to walk through to get to other bedrooms, but if you are going with a family, it is easy enough to shut some of the doors to keep a level of privacy.When we booked, there was a hot tub listed in the amenities, but there is not a hot tub at the house. We checked in with the host about this, as well as some other questions, and she was always prompt and helpful in her responses, and very apologetic for the mistake with the listing (which she said she was trying to fix). It was great working with her since she was as helpful as possible whenever we communicated.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect house! Host was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah P.

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

Great stay in a historic home

We had a great stay at this house while in town to celebrate our aunt's 90th birthday. The property was big enough to accommodate our 16 family members and we loved the historic charm. The busy road was a bit noisy but overall we had a wonderful time - thank you Vicki for a great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

chris j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Family gathering

The place was initially hard to find, even though it was right in Rt 1. The house was very clean. It would have been helpful to know that it would be difficult for someone elderly or with physical limitations to navigate in and around the home. Lots of step ups and downs to get into different rooms. Uneven floors. It was rainy that weekend and the steps into the home were slippery. The house should be described as very rustic in the advertisement in VRBO. The downstairs bedroom was very drafty at night. The house needs painting and upkeep. The host was very accommodating and prompt when contacted about a couple issues and sent out two very nice gentlemen to fix them. Needs some better lighting inside. The grounds were lovely and flowers were pretty. Being right on Rt 1 was very noisy at night. In spite of these issues my family enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A.

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

OUTSTANDING

It was the best! I got lost a few times upstairs as it was so massive LOL I cannot wait to book it again with my family and friends. The host Vicki was amazing and so helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jocelynn N.

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

60th Birthday Slumber Party

This property was the perfect compliment to my 60th birthday. EVERYONE was comfortable and felt welcomed the moment they walked in the home. Vicki the host was the absolute BEST! She was gracious and very accommodating and helpful. I would definitely book here again. The rooms were spacious and the grounds BEAUtIFUL!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B.

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

Girls weekend

What a fabulous property! Incredible home with character and charm. Perfect for large group gatherings. Host was amazing to work with - went above and beyond. Beautifully decorated for the holidays. Go now!!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

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

Wonderful home!

This historical home was absolutely wonderful. From the beginning, Vicki was attentive and made our stay perfect. The house has such history and the set up to accommodate a group is super.. Our group of 18 people moved freely throughout the house. We had multiple rooms to sit in for eating and visiting, as well as the game room with the pool table and air hockey. The backyard is exquisite with the patio, fire pit, etc. We even saw multiple deer and a fox while we were there. We wish this VRBO continued success. Don’t hesitate to grab it! It’s a gem!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy S.

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

Very charming

It was very nice.A few things could have been better - a smoke detector chirped all night on Saturday, there were ants in the kitchen, and there was no hot tub. The host was great with her communications. Everyone loved the house!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Gene T.

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

Charming and Adorable Historical Home

Wonderful home and grounds/gardens. Plenty of space for two families. More bedrooms available than advertised. Super convenient to everything in Chadds Ford area. Vicki (host) was wonderful to work with. A perfect place for our 60th birthday celebration!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Salem M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great Stay

Great stay overall. A few differences between listing and actual stay. A wonderful house, though there were a few minor maintenance issues. Host was wonderful and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

mariana p.

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

Just amazing!!

The house is amazing! So pretty, big, organized, and well-decorated. The kitchen and the outside area were my favorite part. We really enjoyed staying there and Vicky was a great host helping us all the time with everything that we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ambrose L.

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

Very good location for a vacation in Brandywine Valley

Our extended family enjoyed our stay in this well-located, historic home that was once a bed and breakfast. Lots of room indoors and out for a larger family gathering. Nice big kitchen with lots of refrigerators. Vicki the owner was very responsive to our needs. Apparently a strong t-storm blew through and knocked out power in the neighborhood for a few hours, but we didn't notice it. (Imagining generators kicked in.) Also, while the property is basically off of a busy Route 1, we were surprised by how relatively quiet it was inside. Big thumbs up there. All the big attractions we wanted to see were like within 10-15 minutes away. Super easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara G.

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

Perfect for before & after wedding gathering spot for family & friends

Loved the spacious home, the beautiful outdoor areas, and the large kitchen. The huge fridge & freezer were so helpful in keeping us organized, plus having the extra fridge near the beloved coffee station was a plus. Lots of seating areas both indoors & out, this home was a perfect location for family & friends to stop in & hang between different wedding functions over the long weekend. (Wedding itself was at Tyler Arboretum). Coffee station was well-used. We also appreciated the new outdoor grill, it was so useful. Vicki was helpful at every turn, we can't thank her enough for her support. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia M.

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

Fantastic place and stay

This place was perfect for our family of 17. Space was exceptional and the house, yard and location were stellar. We were able to accommodate friends and family from the wedding location for a great gathering. The host was fantastic to work with and so flexible ensure we had a successful weekend. Thank you and would highly recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

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

After wedding get together

We had a fantastic stay, host was very kind and accommodating. We couldn't recommend this property more!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy L.

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

Great for family gatherings

This was our second stay. Lots of room for games, meals and visiting.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Linda C.

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

Great Venue for Family Gathering

The venue was a little tricky to find and needed more visible address markers. However, once we arrived we were welcomed with a nice, large kitchen which was great for family meal preparation. The kitchen was well appointed with dishes, stemware, utensils, and cookware. The upstairs room layout is a little tricky, but once you figure it out, it’s fine. There was adequate space for our party of 17. Would be great if there were a large screen TV in the family/living room, perhaps in front of the huge fireplace, where family could watch holiday sports together. The host was outstanding. We communicated several times before our arrival and she was extremely helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken K.

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

Fantastic Weekend

I would highly recommend staying here. We booked here after another place canceled our stay at the last minute. Vicki was great to work with. She was helpful with check-in and when one of the doors got locked from the inside she sent someone over right away and fixed it. We had our daughter’s wedding in the backyard which was a beautiful place to have it. We had family fly in from around the country and the property was only 30 or so minutes from the airport. There is a fire pit where we did s’mores in the evening. There were all the kitchen utensils and equipment needed for our event including plenty of refrigeration space and a large oven and range. The bedrooms were clean and each one had its own character. I would definitely recommend having your event or family get together here. My family and friends are still talking about how much fun they had!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Vicki Conteh

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We purchased this home during the spring of 2022. We were excited about the history of the home as well as the charm and character. We contemplated making this home a residence but all that changed after a family gathering. We wanted everyone to experience this home for gatherings with friends and family. This is the perfect home to make lasting memories.

Why they chose this property

Location, location, location! Longwood Gardens, Winterthur, museums galore, 7 wineries, and acreage!

What makes this property unique

Experience an historic inn alongside the Chadds Ford area!

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