Charming 1880's home w pastoral views on 130 acre cattle farm

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A porch with a table and chairs, a potted plant, and a view of a green landscape with trees and hills.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a chair, and a view of a grassy field through a window.
A compact kitchen with a sink, a refrigerator, and a window with curtains.
A two-story white house with a porch, surrounded by a fenced yard and a tree.
A kitchen with wooden flooring, a dining area with chairs, a stove, and cabinets.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.

Popular amenities

  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • High-speed internet
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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McConnellsburg, PA
  • Place, Buchanan's Birthplace State Park
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Cowans Gap State Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Mercersburg Academy
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hagerstown, MD (HGR-Hagerstown Regional)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Map
McConnellsburg, PA

What's nearby

  • Buchanan's Birthplace State Park - 14 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Cowans Gap State Park - 19 min drive - 24.2 km
  • Mercersburg Academy - 22 min drive - 27.2 km
  • Long Acres Alpaca Farm - 27 min drive - 34.1 km
  • Whitetail Ski Resort - 31 min drive - 38.9 km

Getting around

  • Hagerstown, MD (HGR-Hagerstown Regional) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪The Garlic Knot - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Foot Of The Mountain Restaurant - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming 1880's home w pastoral views on 130 acre cattle farm pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming 1880's home w pastoral views on 130 acre cattle farm?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming 1880's home w pastoral views on 130 acre cattle farm?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming 1880's home w pastoral views on 130 acre cattle farm?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming 1880's home w pastoral views on 130 acre cattle farm located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 10 mi (16.1 km) from Buchanan's Birthplace State Park and 10.8 mi (17.4 km) from Cowans Gap State Park. Mercersburg Academy and Long Acres Alpaca Farm are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 127 out of 129 reviews
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10/10

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Location

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay. If you've ever wondered about staying in an older home this is a great place. Updated where it needs to be, but also has 'antique' features, which was part of the charm. Very peaceful setting, comfortable, beds were comfy, just very enjoyable. Host was accommodating and communicative. No worries when booking or staying here. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was just as described.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very easy to work with, communication was excellent. Property was beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A home with history. We spent our initial 30 mins exploring the various vintage artifacts of the home. In the morning we woke up to beautiful misty scenes of farmlands filled with grazing cattle. And the statepark on the left of the home which is only 10 mins away offered fantastic fall views. Highly recommend for families wanting a calm vacation weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and location!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place! Perfect for a restful, peaceful vacation! The views are incredible! Barb and Tony were amazing! So grateful!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The charm, beautiful landscape and overall cool old house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is set in beautiful rural countryside and furnished right out of the 1930s. It is impeccably clean and everything works as if it were brand new.Barb and Tony have done a fantastic job creating this house. Everything you need is here and if you need anything else they are just a phone call away. If you want peace and quiet and want to transport yourself back in time this is the place for you.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Barb was great! Very welcoming and responded quickly with any questions I had. The home was clean and cozy, all amenities provided.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely updated Farmhouse

All the charm of bygone days with the convenience of modern appliances and technology. Beautiful views in a quiet setting. Clean and comfortable, attentive hosts. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Tenant House at Shady Spring Farm was wonderful! We stayed there from July 2-6, 2026. This was an incredibly authentic house dating back 100 years. Yet, it had all the modern amenities we needed (including central AC). The house was very clean and inviting. The surrounding bucolic view was amazing! We were in the area for a July 4th BBQ...so glad we stayed there. Thank you Barb and Tony! We hope to be back next year. -Leslie A.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful respite. B
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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home away from home

Tony and Barb are wonderful. The house is beautiful and has everything you need. Comfortable beds and it's a very peaceful setting. This was our 2nd trip, and we will be coming back. Cowans Gap State Park is close, great restaurants and grocery store.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Charming Place!

Beautiful home with incredible character! Clean, neat and in a beautiful setting! excellent communication and clear communication with hosts! Everything we needed for the week! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Excellent!!!

cute, charming very nice place...spotless!!...was a great find!! Very very Pleased with our stay!! Would love to be there in summer to take advantage of the porch and rocking chairs!! Barbara answered all my questions quickly and was great to work with!! 10 Plus
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great house

Just stayed for the weekend but the house was wonderful for our ski weekend. A great place to enjoy relaxing after a day on the slope. My husband is already talking about coming back in the spring so we could enjoy the quaint town nearby. Thanks again!
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Beth, Thanks so much for being great guests and for choosing the Tenant House for your getaway. We're happy you enjoyed the farm & the area. We'd love to have you back again. Looking forward to seeing you this spring! Barb and Tony :)
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10/10 Excellent

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Peaceful

Great place to unwind. So peaceful! Decor is fabulous. Made me think we had stepped back in time to a simpler time and place. The home was clean, warm, and welcoming!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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One-of-Kind

My family and I had an amazing time at the Tenant House. My kids (ages 7 and 9) were so fascinated by the beautiful antiques inside the house. Barb and Tony take great care of each detail and were very helpful. We would love to visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfect, Peaceful Christmas

We spent two wonderful nights at the Tenant house after a week at Disney World. The peaceful farm was exactly what we needed after all the crowds and craziness. Barb and Tony took care of every detail to make our stay perfect including offering a Christmas Tree package that was perfect and beautiful. The house itself is warm and charming and half the fun is discovering all the details they have put into the restoration. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend a stay at the Tenant House!
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Working with Wendy to create the perfect Christmas surprise for her family, and in particular her daughter Natalie, was so much fun. Knowing that our guests are able to slow down and enjoy their time together while being here on the farm is so rewarding. Thanks to Wendy and her family for being such enjoyable guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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A peaceful getaway.

Everything about this listing is amazing, including the very hospitable and accommodating hosts :). Communication was swift and easy, the property was spotless and the (amazingly outfitted) kitchen well stocked with pots, pans, and small kitchen appliances one may require. The farm and the surroundings are quiet and peaceful and a stay here is really an opportunity to unplug. It really shows the hosts equally care about the property and their guests' comfort. We look forward to coming back here in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
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10/10 Excellent

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hidden gem

We arrived after long drive to lights in warm immaculate home. Clean ample comfortable lines beds pillows. Toiletries left if need/shampoo soaps. I can't say enough to the detail manager pays attention to ensure stay pleasurable. 2nd time, will be a third.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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absolutely wonderful

beautiful house with all the comforts of modern accommodations but with a splash of vintage enjoyment !! Owners have decorated this home beautifully. The house is absolutely immaculate. and the views are spectacular. Thoroughly enjoyed sitting on the front porch in the morning sipping coffee watching the cows , sheep, horses craze . Owners are very accommodating and helpful. Will most certainly come back when in need of a quiet retreat in the mountains !
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10/10 Excellent

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Quiet and cozy!

Quiet and cozy! My husband and I stayed at the farmhouse for two nights, celebrating our 23rd wedding anniversary. This was right after Christmas so we were looking forward to a couple of days to recover from the busyness of the season. We weren’t disappointed! We got to drive into the mountains and do a little bit of hiking and had a wonderful dinner that evening. The second day, the weather did not cooperate so we enjoyed a wonderful quiet day watching movies inside. The house was quaint and cozy!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is adorably comfortable. It has been beautifully and lovingly decorated.Communication with the host was excellent! One of our party was quite elderly. She pointed out a couple of things which about the house might have presented issues. With advance notice, we were able to make plans to make their stay comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming place!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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