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Bancroft Cottage - Elegant Parkway Home - Near Trolley Square

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A kitchen with white cabinets, a central island, a stove, and a sink.
A patio with wicker furniture, a small table, and a potted plant.
A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread, a bedside lamp, and a small bedside table.
A residential area with a well-maintained lawn, a brick pathway, and a variety of trees and shrubs.
A two-story brick house with a gabled roof, a front door, and a small porch.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Barbecue
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Brandywine Valley

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Wilmington, DE
  • Place, Brandywine Valley
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Brandywine Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Delaware Art Museum
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

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About the area

Wilmington

Bancroft Parkway, a neighbourhood in Wilmington, is home to this holiday home. Delaware Art Museum and Grand Opera House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bowlero Wilmington and Bowlerama. Brandywine Zoo and Kalmar Nyckel Museum and Shipyard are also worth visiting.
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Wilmington, DE

What's nearby

  • Brandywine Valley - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Saint Anthony of Padua Church - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Brandywine Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Delaware Art Museum - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Brandywine Zoo - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington Station - 12 min drive
  • Wilmington, DE (ILG-New Castle) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carmen's Kitchen - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Tropicalia Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Nanu's Hot Chicken - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Comegy's Pub - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Grotto Pizza - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bancroft Cottage - Elegant Parkway Home - Near Trolley Square pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bancroft Cottage - Elegant Parkway Home - Near Trolley Square?

As of 27 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bancroft Cottage - Elegant Parkway Home - Near Trolley Square on 19 Nov 2026 start from AU$1,983, 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 Bancroft Cottage - Elegant Parkway Home - Near Trolley Square?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bancroft Cottage - Elegant Parkway Home - Near Trolley Square?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bancroft Cottage - Elegant Parkway Home - Near Trolley Square?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bancroft Cottage - Elegant Parkway Home - Near Trolley Square located?

Located in Bancroft Parkway, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Brandywine Valley and Saint Francis Hospital. Brandywine Park and Delaware Art Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 113 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was well stocked and was perfect for our family. The neighborhood was great for taking walks and we really enjoyed the screened-in porch for our morning coffee!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Third time to stay.

Great stay, as always.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very homey - in a good way.

Comfortable and welcoming. Convenient to local attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful sanctuary.

Richard was a pleasure to meet; and the porch became our go-to coffee shop from which we enjoyed the neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 June 2022
That porch is a favorite of ours as well. If I could have I'd have given you six stars!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Couldn't Have Been Better!

We thoroughly enjoyed the house and the beautiful neighborhood, especially breakfasts on the screened porch. The hosts seemed to think of everything, and were very responsive when we had questions. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home in a stately neighborhood

This is a beautiful property, inside and out, located in a well appointed neighborhood. We had a few issues( usual kind of things) that the owners responded to very quicky and got resolved. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming

We enjoyed the charm of the home and the neighborhood. Six adults had plenty of space to relax and enjoy our weekend. We would highly recommend this property for a stay in Delaware.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Long Weekend in Wilmington

This property is well-equipped and in a good location. There is enough room for the family to spread out. We had a small issue with the door locks, but the owner was quick to help us out. Will definitely stay here again when I’m Wilmington.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Convenient Location and Spotlessly Clean

The house was perfect for our group, with three bathrooms and separation of the sleeping areas. We took walks along Bancroft Walkway and felt very safe. House was clean and in great repair.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2023
I'm happy I was able to resolve the 3rd bathroom issue right away!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Second stay

The house remains our favorite among the many VRBO rentals we have used over almost fifteen years. Even cooked an elaborate dinner for 9 in the well-stocked kitchen.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family reunion

We needed a property to accommodate 4 generations (ages 1-89) for a local family event. The home is in a superb location (quick access to I-95) and on a tree-lined, walkable neighborhood with warm and welcoming decor.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location

Perfect location to explore Dupont estates, Brandywine River Museum, Longwood Gardens and Mt Cuba. Lovely neighborhood and house. Friendly people. We appreciated the quick response to an issue we had an issue our first night.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time in Wilmington

The house was perfect for our group of six adult family members. Three full bathrooms was the primary selling point for selecting the house. The neighborhood and screen porch were great benefits. Early morning coffee on the screen porch made for a great start to the day.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

One of the best.

We’ve stayed in VRBOs in many places here and abroad. You won’t find a better one. The house, the location, and the host . . . Amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2022
What a nice review. Thank you!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfect place for our stay in Wilmington.

The Bancroft Cottage was just as described in the advertisement. We stayed there for one week for our daughter's wedding at Winterthur. A great place to entertain out of town guests and then relax afterwards. Easy to get to downtown Wilmington , Philly and all the Brandywine Valley arts venues. Highly recommend. Easy access from I-95. I would rent here again.
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2020
... and we'd love to have you back!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Loved the location of this place, beautiful quiet neighborhood

Overall it was very comfortable. I would say the linens need to be upgraded a bit, they were pretty used. The bathrooms dont really have anywhere to hang or put your toiletries while using them but the water pressure was great!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

So pleasant and convenient

We had an absolutely wonderful stay at the Rooster house. The secret kid’s room off the bedroom was PERFECT for our almost 2 year old. We all slept so well! House had everything we needed and such a fantastic neighborhood. Appreciated the price, location, amenities, and communication. A+
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway house.

Quiet neighborhood. Side screened porch was the best room in the house. Fun to watch the dog walkers. Very close to attractions. Visited Winterthur, Longwood Gardens, Hagley Museum, Read House & Gardens. Odessa and New Castle are charming historic towns both with colonial taverns with good food. Columbus Inn is within walking distance with excellent food. House was well equipped. Beds were comfortable. Great place to stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Loved it!

We stayed at this house for 2 weeks while our daughter was having surgery and it was just what we needed! The house is in a beautiful neighborhood, close to parks, a library, a playground, restaurants, and shops. It was cozy and welcoming. We all loved the the screened-in porch, too. We cant say enough about the owners! They were wonderful to work with and always did their best to make our stay the best it could be. Thank you for such a wonderful experience!
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2020
Bless you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable Stay

We we’re given a wrong code to unlock the door, so it definitely added unnecessary stress after a long day travel. I really loved the location, it’s a safe and beautiful neighborhood and very close to DuPont estates and gardens. The kitchen and bathroom are fully stocked we had more than what we needed. We are family of four, so we didn’t have to use the room in basement
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean and comfortable. We really liked the screened-in side porch. It is located in a quiet neighborhood that was easy to get into and out of. There is a binder with all the info you need to know to find things. Therefore, it helps to check it out. Our host was great. We had a few questions and he was always prompt in getting back to us. We felt the location was wonderful because it was close to almost all of the places we wanted to visit, such as Longwoods Gardens and the Dupont estates.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect home for the holidays!

As a retired Air Force officer, I have lived away from my Delaware family for over 30 years. I’ve stayed w family during every one of my trips home until this trip. My kids are college age and we just needed our own space during the crazy Christmas festivities. This property was absolutely perfect. We had plenty of room, great sleep and the house was a super cozy place to retire after socializing all day. Will definitely rent this place again on one of my future trips home! Happy 2024!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vaca visiting Relatives

We have nearby older relatives without children, so we have tried to visit them more regularly. Staying at a hotel with two teen-agers and a 20-something became too much. This year, we planned a 10-day stay and rented this house. It was a a great choice. The property is in historic part of Wilmington, and the house fit right in, with a well landscaped outdoors and a nice, time-appropriate interior. A wonderful screened in porch, perfect to avoid the summer mosquitos. A nice launching point to visit relatives in town, head to Philadelphia, see South Jersey and make a reasonable drive to the beach. The owners were responsive about a change in reservation and questions we had before and during the stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a quaint and comfortable home. The area was beautiful and the screened in porch was the perfect place to take in all the surroundings. Even in very rainy weather the porch was still comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A truly wonderful house

This is what you want every vacation rental to be--a lovely and beautifully maintained house in a great neighborhood. Better than expected!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
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