Hidden Gem Townhome with 2 BRs -University City -near UPenn&Drexel

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A garden with a variety of plants and flowers, a pathway, and a building in the background.
A bathroom with a white sink, a round mirror, a wall-mounted lamp, and a vase with white flowers.
A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a hammock, and a view of a residential neighborhood.
A wooden staircase with a handrail and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A living room with a wooden staircase, a brown leather sofa, and a dining area with wooden chairs and a table.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to University of Pennsylvania

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Bathtub
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Philadelphia, PA
  • Place, University of Pennsylvania
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Drexel University
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Franklin Field
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Toilet

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About the area

Philadelphia

University City, a neighbourhood in Philadelphia, is home to this holiday home. Reading Terminal Market and Cherry Hill Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Rittenhouse Square and Fairmount Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Lincoln Financial Field or Xfinity Mobile Arena.
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Philadelphia, PA

What's nearby

  • University of Pennsylvania - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Drexel University - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Franklin Field - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Fairmount Park - 6 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Philadelphia Zoo - 6 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Philadelphia University City Station - 3 min drive
  • 40th St. Station - 4 min walk
  • Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Makkah Market - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Hidden Gem Townhome with 2 BRs -University City -near UPenn&Drexel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hidden Gem Townhome with 2 BRs -University City -near UPenn&Drexel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hidden Gem Townhome with 2 BRs -University City -near UPenn&Drexel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hidden Gem Townhome with 2 BRs -University City -near UPenn&Drexel located?

Located in University City, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of University of Pennsylvania and Drexel University. Rittenhouse Square and Pennsylvania Convention Center are also within 3 miles (5 km). 40th St. Station is only a 4-minute walk and 46th St. Station is 10 minutes.

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. 37 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was perfect for our needs- we stayed with our five year old for a family function. It was the perfect size - super quiet and clean. Check in was very easy and communication was quick when needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It truly is a hidden gem. Thanks for a wonderful stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was absolutely lovely. We stayed Friday - Sunday with our boys ages 3 and 6 and it was perfect for our family. Everything was exactly as described and everything you could need was there. Right by UPenn and everything you could possibly need was within walking distance. We parked right out front every time. Everything looked even nicer than in the pictures! Thank you for a great stay Ivy! :)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place! MAY 2026
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great would definitely come here agian
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute little space with a gorgeous patio.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The unit was exactly as advertised. Great location for someone visiting the University of Pennsylvania or Drexel. Parking might be a challenge but we luckily got a spot right outside the unit.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for visiting our daughter who is a student at Penn. Exceptionally clean and well appointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay for a night in Philadelphia with beautiful garden setting on quiet street

Great stay…see five stars for everything
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I LOVE this place. Clean and light inside, with skylights too. Beautiful oasis backyard. Easy street parking out front. Right next to Penn security, and we got to chat with the bicycle cops. So close to Penn and Drexel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a cute little home with a beautiful backyard garden. It’s a tall but narrow space, but it feels large enough. It is clean and has enough decorative touches to make it feel warm but not cluttered. It is surprisingly quiet—there are neighbors on both sides of the apartment, and we never heard them. It’s about 3-4 miles from the historic district, which made it a great location, too.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Clean, easy to access, very well setup!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ivy was very responsive to my questions and is a great host. Her place is a lovely refuge in West Philly. The surrounding area can be a bit sketch, but loved her place and the garden out back. Appreciated the air conditioning and the pristine basement laundry space complete with supplies. Super clean. Plenty of big fluffy towels, body wash, and shampoo/conditioner. Many vacation rentals seem to be foregoing/skimping in the amenity area, so it was a pleasure to not have to worry about that. Great for Penn and Drexel visits. We were able to find parking without too much difficulty. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A comfortable and convenient place for our family to stay while doing college visits. The highlight is the amazing hidden garden behind the house—just lovely. A true oasis.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for small group

Great spot for Penn parents weekend! Clean and quiet. Enjoyed our stay! Would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place. The beds were so comfortable. The backyard is beautiful. No complaints at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great experience!

House was clean, well organized, and had everything we needed for our short trip (but would work for longer stays)!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

An awesome experience in Philly

This location allowed us to visit with our daughter and new grandchild. The place was perfect, parking was easy and we look forward to booking this again very soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a gorgeous property with plenty of space and beautiful accommodations. The street parking was easy and the owner was ready to get in touch with. Access is remote making it very convenient in an area where it is hard to find places to stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I enjoyed the hammock in the garden. Unit is clean and well maintained. Host was responsive to messages.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely stay in cute townhouse with sweet back garden

Ivy's townhouse is charming and quiet, located on a side street where we were always able to find parking. The back garden is just lovely - we wished the weather had been better so we could have enjoyed it more. Super comfy beds, well-equipped kitchen, and everything was clean and new. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Property in a Fantastic Location

A quiet getaway near the heart of University City, this home was a perfect jumping off point for exploring Philly and getting our son set up for a month-long program at Penn, just a short walk away. It was hot during our stay, but we slept cool inside and still very much enjoyed the gorgeous, shady garden. Our host Ivy was very helpful and responsive. We would love to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Return trip to Philly

This property has intermittently been our home away from home for the last few months as we come to visit our family member in the hospital at Philadelphia. It is a beautiful comfortable space in the perfect location. Now that it’s spring the outdoor space is a wonderful bonus! When not available we have also stayed at this owners other property which is also lovely.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Obsessed with this house. Stayed with a girlfriend for a mini girls trip. We were able to walk to catch the train for a Phillies game, which was great. But the garden was the true highlight of the home. The inside was also spotless & had great appliances and finishes. We will absolutely be back, if we find ourselves headed to Philly again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The place was sparkling clean and comfortable with all the essentials for our weekend stay. Close to Penn for our event. On-street parking was not a problem at all over the weekend. Would definitely return due to proximity to campus. Too cold to enjoy the garden!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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