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Family rental in a unique Bavarian village on the edge of Lancaster County

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Gas-log fireplace located in the living room with dining room on other side.
The Handel Haus; located in Stoudtburg Village, Northern Lancaster County, PA
Stoudtburg Village; Bavarian Village with shops located on the bottom floor.
Dining room that looks out over the main plaza in Stoudtburg Village, Adamstown
View of village square and water fountain from the kitchen window.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Family rental in a unique Bavarian village on the edge of Lancaster County

The Handel Haus, our 3 bedroom vacation rental, is situated along the main plaza of Stoudtburg Village, a small Bavarian village, in Northern Lancaster County, PA. The charm and uniqueness you will find in this quaint little old world village will keep you coming back, time and time again. The main part of Stoudtburg village features homes with quaint little shops below and living area on the second and third floor. Throughout the village you will find a wonderful coffee shop, Knick knack shops, jewelry store, yoga studio, German restaurant and much more. Not to mentions the abundance of antique shops and flea markets surrounding the village.

The Handel Haus is a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom vacation rental. Most houses located in the Bavarian Village feature a shop on the lower level and living quarters on the 2nd and 3rd floor. As you enter our home you will be directed up the stairs to the main living quarters. The master bedroom has a king size bed and in suite bathroom with both bathtub and shower. The 2nd floor also features the living room with gas-log fireplace and flat screen T.V. The dining room boasts a table for 4 with some extra boards in case more room is needed. The dining room also has a small standing balcony that looks out over the main plaza. The kitchen is equipped with all your cooking needs. This is a great space for holiday getaway in beautiful Lancaster, Pa.

The third floor has two bedrooms, a bathroom and an additional sitting area with a flat screen T.V. The bedrooms on the third floor feature two twin beds and a queen size bed. This space is what makes is wonderful for families, the kids can camp out on the 3rd floor while the adults enjoy time together on the main floor.

Please note that these homes do have a bunch of stairs. The living quarters are located on the second and third floor, but the laundry room is located downstairs in the basement.

*Please note in detailed description of rate quote, the "host fee" on your end is called the cleaning fee on our end. This fee comes from our housekeepers, what they charge to clean the home after you check out, it is their living wage, not a fee we collect for the owners.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
The guest booking the reservation will be required to provide billing address and email for our records.
This house does contain multiple stairs and level. 3 floors with laundry located in basement.

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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Adamstown

Adamstown is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area and Welsh Mountain Nature Preserve, while deLyn's Gallery and Car and Pedal Car Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Maple Grove Raceway or Santander Arena. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as cycling, hiking and horse riding in the area.
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Adamstown, PA

What's nearby

  • deLyn's Gallery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dutch Wonderland - 25 min drive - 44.0 km
  • Spooky Nook Sports - 29 min drive - 50.7 km
  • Sight and Sound Theatre - 31 min drive - 46.2 km
  • Hersheypark - 44 min drive - 73.6 km

Getting around

  • Lancaster Station - 24 min drive
  • Reading, PA (RDG-Reading Regional) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Park Place Diner - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Boehringer's Drive-In - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Never Lost Brewing Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Columbia Kettle Works - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Family rental in a unique Bavarian village on the edge of Lancaster County pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Family rental in a unique Bavarian village on the edge of Lancaster County?

As of 5 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family rental in a unique Bavarian village on the edge of Lancaster County on 4 July 2026 start from AU$219, 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 Family rental in a unique Bavarian village on the edge of Lancaster County?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family rental in a unique Bavarian village on the edge of Lancaster County?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family rental in a unique Bavarian village on the edge of Lancaster County?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family rental in a unique Bavarian village on the edge of Lancaster County located?

Situated in Adamstown, this holiday home is steps from deLyn's Gallery and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Pepperidge Farm Inc.. The Green Dragon Farmer's Market and WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 125 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 125 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 125 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Denver, PA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful home and great placement for our wedding at the IronSpire Complex. Had some problems with the fireplace and the response was a little short which didn't sit right with us. Otherwise a great home and location.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, easy access to local finds. The little neighborhood was charming.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken Z.

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

Another great stay

We love this property! This is our second stay in 3 years and we’ll certainly be back. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa K.

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

Quaint spot

This was such a sweet place to stay! The area is so beautiful, and the restaurant across the way offers delicious options at good prices. We were really pleased with everything and will be sure to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise S.

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

Quaint village getaway

The village was wonderful and the people very friendly . The house was comfortable and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr 2025
We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay. We love the village and so many new shops are opening up. Thank you for choosing us and we hope to host you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie R.

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

Lovely Village Home

The home was so cute and spacious, provided everything we needed. We were able to park 2 cars, the space was tight but worked perfectly. We were there for our daughter’s wedding at Iron Spire and this place was so close making it very convenient. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber T.

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

Family Visit

We loved our stay. It was just what we needed to visit family while having our own space to come back to. Great location, super cute neighborhood
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chrissy W.

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

Great place!

Great place! Clean and perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lara K.

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

Pennsylvania vacation

Great stay! Enjoyed the community
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

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

Time away

Clean, comfortable and beautiful area!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth D.

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

A great village experience

Great place to stay. Easy access to many PA adventures from this location. Very clean and nice. Quite a few dishes to use in kitchen. The village is amazing. A little slice of old country in the middle of the city!! Only downfall was there wasn’t an ample amount of paper products and we had to go out to purchase them for use during our stay. But other than that amazing place. Would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joham L.

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

Great location

Nice little town with restaurants and small shops. Definitely recommend it
Stayed 30 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

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

Lancaster 2024

Very nice place/location
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David L.

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

Enjoyed the 4th of July with the family.

Was a wonderful place to stay and also available so close the our family. It was clean and so quiet, we were able to enjoy the restaurant and local shops at our leisure. So close to many larger cities to explore. Will seek to stay here again. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

MICHAEL

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice area for antiquing. Easy to navigate. The village is very charming.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margie W.

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

Visiting our Son

Loved it! Great location, pretty furnishings and a place for our daughter to have to herself upstairs. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia L.

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

Very nice and comfortable!

Good location. Quiet. Spacious and clean. Lots of TV's ;)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Homer G.

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

Loved the Village concept

Visited area to shop antique and thrift stores. Loved the atmosphere in this quaint "village" right out of Europe. We had dinner at the Village Haus, which was only a 150 ft walk! We felt right at home in the townhome which offers everything you need. Will definitely return!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute Location

Property as described overlooking courtyard of cute Bavarian village.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth d.

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

Cute / Quiet location

Great place to visit antique stores. Close to Lancaster and Reading. House was nice and clean. Check in and out was easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

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

Girls weekend away!

It was the perfect meeting spot for old friends who live far apart, and needed a place to simply enjoy each other’s company. It was the perfect amount of space to be together and have some personal space. Having beautiful areas to sit, walk, and shop and live music, right outside your door was the icing on the cake!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerald M.

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

Thanks!

Great place! Don’t mind the many creaks; she just has a lot to say! Lots of steps too so just be aware if that’s not your thing. We had a great time and it was perfect for us. Super clean and conveniently located to all the places we wanted to visit (Shady Maple, Lancaster, Reading, Strasberg Railroad).
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

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

Antiques weekend

Great location, comfortable and easy to access! We were within minutes of the many antique stores. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Steve B.

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

Nice setting

We had a good time. Would come back if in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken W.

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

Perfect weekend retreat

We had a family wedding at the nearby iron spire facility. This was a great location for our family. 3 large bedrooms and a well stocked kitchen. The village has some cute stores and restaurants. You will hear a bit of noise from the shop downstairs during normal business hours. Also there is live music outside on weekend but ones a done by 10:00. Would stay again if in the area .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

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