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The Scheaffer House, Lancaster, Historic charm, Central location

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Interior
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Leacock-Leola-Bareville, PA
  • Place, Mascot Roller Mills
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Landis Valley Museum
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Kitchen Kettle Village
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Harrisburg, PA (MDT-Harrisburg Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Laundry + Bath

Soap · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The Scheaffer House, Lancaster, Historic charm, Central location

Originally built in 1920 by a wealthy father for his seamstress daughter, this beautifully restored brick home is ready to welcome you for your stay. Refinished hardwood floors, a new kitchen and charming details make this the perfect retreat for your time away. Centrally located on Main street in Leola, you can
enjoy quick and easy access to Lancaster county attractions.

Please note that the listing includes the full original home, and that the A frame addition is occupied by a quiet tenant.

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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
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Leola

Leacock-Leola-Bareville is home to this holiday home. American Music Theatre Lancaster and Sight and Sound Theatre are cultural highlights, or if an activity is on the agenda, check out Spooky Nook Sports. Dutch Wonderland and Waters Edge Mini Golf are also worth visiting.
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Leacock-Leola-Bareville, PA

What's nearby

  • Mascot Roller Mills - 4 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Bird-in-Hand Stage - 8 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Landis Valley Museum - 8 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Bird in Hand Farmers Market - 8 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Kitchen Kettle Village - 8 min drive - 10.5 km

Getting around

  • Lancaster Station - 14 min drive
  • Lancaster, PA (LNS) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Funck's Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Gracie's On West Main - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Aunt Ruthie's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Scheaffer House, Lancaster, Historic charm, Central location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Scheaffer House, Lancaster, Historic charm, Central location?

As of 4 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Scheaffer House, Lancaster, Historic charm, Central location on 8 Sept 2026 start from AU$403, 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 The Scheaffer House, Lancaster, Historic charm, Central location?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Scheaffer House, Lancaster, Historic charm, Central location?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Scheaffer House, Lancaster, Historic charm, Central location?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Scheaffer House, Lancaster, Historic charm, Central location located?

Situated in Leacock-Leola-Bareville, this holiday home is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Mascot Roller Mills and within 6 miles (10 km) of Bird-in-Hand Stage and Waters Edge Mini Golf. Bird in Hand Farmers Market and Amish Farm and House are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Donna D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kitchen is great, many shops nearby. Check-in is very easy clean house. Since it is a main road you can hear road noise.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jennifer was very welcoming! The house is cozy and well decorated.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great! Good location. Clean and easy to access. Host was very responsive!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carmen D.

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

Great stay

Nice accommodations, perfect for our group.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber J.

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

Perfect stay!

The house was so cute and welcoming. Stocked with all the cooking supplies and extras that came in handy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon A.

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

Excellent weekend getaway

Absolutely enjoyed the stay. Had everything needed for the long weekend with family. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lavon E.

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

Weekend stay

We found the place to be very clean and was very appealing to the eye. It was a very nice sized property and house. There was 6 of us and we had lots of room and it was a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie T.

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

Charming older home

Very cute and spacious home. Responsive and accommodating host. The listing and previous reviews accurately described being located on a busier street, the noise machine helped.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful house in a lovely area

We had a very nice short stay in this lovely house. The area ia beautifully and the house was very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steph O.

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

Family vacation

Our stay here was fantastic!! The house was just and described and extremely clean! The host Jennifer was top notch when it came to communication on any questions we had. We will definitely stay here again for our next trip to Lancaster!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mari K.

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

Basketball Tournament Weekend Retreat

The home was spacious and beautifully decorated. Our teenage boys loved the large sofa for hanging out after their basketball games at SpookyNook. It was nice to have two large and separate living spaces. The bedrooms were spacious and comfortable. The gourmet coffee maker was as a treat once we figured out how to empty the grounds and use it. We were able to walk to the grocery store which was convenient. It has a large back yard that we did not use but would be good for lawn games. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave D.

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

Quaint home with lots of character

Perfect stay for our family of four. Centrally located to everything we needed. Private,spacious home with updated amenities yet still holds charm of a 1920s home. We will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kat B.

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

Quilting in PA

My mom, her cousin and I came for the American Quilt Society show in Lancaster (Fabulous by the way) and this house was perfect. Nicely centrally located to every thing we wanted to do and see. Very comfortable. Would recommend it to anyone who wants to explore and enjoy Lancaster County.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda K.

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

Girls Trip

House was just as described but the traffic is heavy in front of the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth J.

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

Serene And Charming

What a luxurious home! It is beautiful and relaxing. It is the perfect location with easy access to Lancaster while being located outside of the city with a serene outdoor setting. The back deck overlooking the garden area was delightful! The home was spacious and comfortable. The two living areas offered separation for those who wanted a quiet reading spot from those who wanted to lounge and watch tv. A perfectly clean and inviting home! The fresh cut flowers were an added charming surprise
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett M.

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

Very nicely updated older home

We love the old world charm along with a very nicely updated house. It had pretty much everything we could have wanted. It does sit on a noisy road but the Dyson fan came in handy to provide white noise at night. Will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kris C.

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

Clean and comfortable

We were happy to arrive to a big, beautiful, clean home. Jennifer was easy to get a hold of an very accommodating. There were fresh linens and towels. The back yard is also lovely to stroll through.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

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

Visiting Lancaster PA

The house was great, very clean, bright, comfortable beds, kitchen was well stocked with all the amenities we needed. The location was central to all the activities we enjoyed during our trip. The deck and front porch are large and have chairs for relaxing. It would be good to have a table on deck to use as well. We will definitely rent here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette O.

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

Perfect for our girls weekend

We chose this property for its proximity to sight n sound theatre, but it was such a lovely home and the garden was beautiful, that was a bonus. The house was spotless, a recent renovation with everything clean and new, including the towels. We would definitely return for our next trip to Lancaster!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Wonderful Stay

We enjoyed our stay here. It was close to good restaurants (make sure you check out Gracie’s on West Main) and grocery stores. Not a long drive to see the Railroad Museum. A little bit of a hike to Hershey, but we knew that when we booked and didn’t mind. The house itself is very roomy. There were only 3 of us but I can see there would be plenty of room for a larger party. House is beautiful and comfortable and we loved the backyard too! We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie R.

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

Excellent Place to Gather

This house was perfect for our annual girls weekend. It was centrally located to all our activities in Lancaster County. We prefer quiet evenings with games and chatter and this suited us perfectly. The house was clean and comfortable. The kitchen had updated appliances. The bedrooms were a nice size with comfy beds. The host was easy to communicate with. I would stay again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine H.

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

Very clean

The house was spacious and very clean and beautifully decorated (no clutter!). We appreciated space to spread out and loved the sunny kitchen that spills over into a sunroom! The back deck was also lovely. I did use the Dyson fan that was provided at night for the front bedroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trish H.

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

Leola weekend

My friend and I were so pleased with how clean and neat everything was in the house. There were many little touches that made it special (e.g. blankets on couch to snuggle with). We would have liked a mirror in each bedroom. The only upstairs mirror was in the bathroom, but that was a minor point to the wonderful decor.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carl P.

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

Girls Gone Mild

4 College girlfriends enjoyed a wonderful getaway. Your home is beautiful, warm, cozy and had everything needed to make our trip relaxing and memorable. The beds are comfortable, extras blankets and pillows were appreciated. The individual AC units are easy to control. Although the house is on the main street, we were able to sleep through the night. We enjoyed hearing the "Klippity~Klop" of the Amish buggies passing by. The Giant grocery store is nearby around the corner. Convenient to other nearby stores. available
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valeria N.

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

A great place to feel connected to the old world

We traveled to PA to experience some winter. The house was easy to locate, roomy and warm (once we figured out the correct thermostats for upstairs). The house is situated on a busy road but extremely accessible. We didn't mind the noise. The floors were creaky but lent to the charm of the house. Our children used the blankets and pillows to gather around the TV room on the floor. Overall it was centrally located to all the areas we wanted to visit. We didn't explore the yard but enjoyed the view and all the birds in the twisty tree located on the veranda.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

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