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The Doctor’s House: 4BR, Historic Elegance & Downtown Adventure - Sleeps 9!

Exceptional

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning

Explore the area

Shippensburg, PA

Place, Shippen House
‪3 min walk‬
Place, Shippensburgs University
‪8 min walk‬
Place, Luhrs Performing Arts Center
‪2 min drive‬
Airport, Hagerstown, MD (HGR-Hagerstown Regional)
‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1 - Bird Theme

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 - Horse Theme

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 - Flower Theme

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4 - Abe Lincoln Theme

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 - Second Floor

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

Bathroom 2 - First Floor

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

Bathroom 3 - First Floor

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Dining area

About this property

The Doctor’s House: 4BR, Historic Elegance & Downtown Adventure - Sleeps 9!

The Historic Doctor’s House | 1789 Retreat

Step into this tastefully restored 1789 home in downtown Shippensburg! Perfect for up to 9 guests, it’s a spacious getaway for history lovers, nature explorers, and road trippers.

5 Beds | 3 Baths
Pet-Friendly | Full Kitchen | Walk to Cafés & Shops | Movie Room w/ Projector

Explore Gettysburg, Cumberland County, Shippensburg University, or simply unwind in this charming, historic home. Book your stay today!

Step into History & Comfort at The Doctor’s House – Downtown Shippensburg’s Gem!

Welcome to The Doctor’s House, where history meets modern comfort in the heart of Downtown Shippensburg! Built in the same year George Washington took office, this charming, beautifully restored home is your gateway to adventure, relaxation, and unforgettable memories in Cumberland Valley.

The Perfect Launchpad for Your Stay!
No matter your reason for visiting—history, hiking, food, beer, graduation, road-tripping, horse-riding, fishing, golfing, skiing, family bonding, or just pure relaxation—The Doctor’s House is THE place to start your journey!

Location, Location, Location!

* Right off I-81, steps from downtown restaurants, breweries, BBQ, and Shippensburg University.
* A short drive to the great outdoors and significant Civil War sites like Gettysburg (40 mins) and Antietam (1 hour).
* Nearby activities include horseback riding, skiing, organic farms, fishing, local festivals, axe-throwing, and more! (Check out our guidebook for insider tips!)
* Stay In & Make Memories

Want to stay indoors and unwind? We’ve got you covered!
* Grab a coffee and relax on the window sills while listening to the occasional horse carriage pass by.
* Cozy up with popcorn & a movie in the Media Room (projector + bean bags = ultimate movie night!).
* Cook up a storm with local ingredients in the fully equipped kitchen.
* Play a board game with family & friends.
* Give your dog a spa day at the pet shop next door!
* Visit the awesome candy shop just four houses away.
The options? Endless. The memories? Priceless.

The Space – Room for Everyone!

*** First Floor ***
* 2-car garage (plus space for a third car if parked diagonally away from sidewalk path).
* Small fenced yard & outdoor patio with seating.
* Fully stocked kitchen for all your dining needs.
* Two full bathrooms with stand-up showers & toiletries.
* Laundry room (washer, dryer & ironing essentials).
* Two dining areas (formal 6-seater & cozy 4-seater).
* Living room with TV, throw blankets & a WFH-friendly worktable.
* Dog-friendly space with food/water bowls.
* Grand entryway staircase – a Selfie-worthy masterpiece!

*** Second Floor (3 bedrooms, 1 full bath) ***
* Bird-Themed Room: King bed, dressing mirror, decorative fireplace, clothing rack.
* Horse-Themed Room: Queen bed, dressing mirror, decorative fireplace, clothing rack.
* Flower-Themed Room: Queen bed + Full trundle (sleeps 4 total).
* Full bathroom with bathtub, toiletries & hairdryer.

*** Above the Garage – Media/Movie Room ***
* Projector with USB-C cable for movie nights!
* Two oversized bean bags for ultimate comfort.
* Popcorn machine because movie nights deserve snacks!
(P.S. The room is unheated but has a window AC for summer.)

*** Third Floor – Private Retreat ***
* Abe Lincoln-Themed Room: one Full bed. Cozy & quiet, perfect for those who love privacy.

Winter & Comfort Notes
* Heating & Cooling: Central forced air (thermostats on 1st floor living room & 2nd floor hallway).
* Fireplaces: Decorative only! The two electric ones on the 2nd floor add ambiance but not heat.
* Winter Prep: Shovel & salt provided in the garage for your walkways & driveway.

Whether you’re here for adventure or relaxation, The Doctor’s House is your home away from home. Book now & start making unforgettable memories!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

100% Housebroken dogs. Sorry, no puppies.

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, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Load washer with towels. No need to do sheets. No need to run yhe washer.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4446975vb

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

Shippensburg

Shippensburg is home to this holiday home. Shippen House and Norlo Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Luhrs Performing Arts Center and Cluggy's Family Amusement Center.

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Shippensburg, PA

What's nearby

Shippen House - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Shippensburgs University - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Conference Center at Shippensburg University - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
Luhrs Performing Arts Center - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
Parx Casino - 4 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

Hagerstown, MD (HGR-Hagerstown Regional) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
‪Shippensburg Select Diner - ‬3 min walk
‪China Inn - ‬3 min drive
‪American Legion - ‬13 min walk
‪Arooga's - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Doctor’s House: 4BR, Historic Elegance & Downtown Adventure - Sleeps 9! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at The Doctor’s House: 4BR, Historic Elegance & Downtown Adventure - Sleeps 9!?

As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Doctor’s House: 4BR, Historic Elegance & Downtown Adventure - Sleeps 9! on 9 June 2026 start from AU$346, 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.

What time is check-in at The Doctor’s House: 4BR, Historic Elegance & Downtown Adventure - Sleeps 9!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Doctor’s House: 4BR, Historic Elegance & Downtown Adventure - Sleeps 9!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Doctor’s House: 4BR, Historic Elegance & Downtown Adventure - Sleeps 9! located?

Situated in Shippensburg, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Shippen House and Shippensburgs University. C V Parochial Medical Clinic and Luhrs Performing Arts Center are also within 1 mile (2 km).

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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

Unique historical house

The house was beautiful. Easy check in process and owner was very available. The house is well situated in the town.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2025

Thanks very much for staying with us. Please come again should your future travels bring you to the area.

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick D.

6 May 2025

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

Awesome Place

We were in town and everything was great. As advertised. Everything was clean, comfortable. Highly recommend this house and owner.If we are ever back in town we will stay here!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

Response from VrboOwner on 11 May 2025

Thanks Patrick for your detailed review. Please come again and enjoy the beautiful Cumberland Valley.

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon M.

24 June 2025

1 Feb 2026

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

This would be a great house in warmer months, it’s not a good house in the winter. The downstairs was cold the entire time we were there. The downstairs thermostat was very confusing, we couldn’t get the temp above 66 without contacting the owner. The kitchen was very cold too, even when the living room warmed up a little.The upstairs thermostat was simple and the upstairs was warm.Overall the house itself was a charming old house, nicely equipped, great location.The other issue we had was getting out of the garage after it snowed. We told the owner that we had to leave the house by 8:30 am Monday morning for my Mom’s funeral. We were told the snow would be cleared.We even went outside to clear the snow ourselves on Sunday night. There was a man clearing his sidewalk, who told us that the owner had asked him to clear the snow. The man said he was waiting for it to stop snowing before he cleared it. We went ahead and cleared the front porch and sidewalk, but didn’t do the garage area because the man said he would do it. Monday morning at 8am, no one had cleared behind the garage doors. We were dressed in our clothes for the funeral and we had to clear the snow so we could get out. There was 1 snow shovel and 1 stone rake. It took us 30 minutes to clear enough snow to get out one if our cars.When we returned to the house at 1:30pm after the funeral, the snow had been cleared from the other garage door but not from around the telephone pole. We had to remove more snow.

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

Response from VrboOwner on 1 Feb 2026

Thanks Sue for your detailed review. Everything you mentioned is accurate. Unfortunately, the Google smart thermostat we have downstairs have some quirky AI settings which can be tricky to figure out and the unsually super cold last few days was not helping either. I hope it was fine after we fixed setpoints promptly. You are right, we couldn't get to clearing the snow until 9.30 am. However, we did provide snow shovel and salt so our guests have optionality. Nevertheless, we are sorry for the inconvenience. Hope you had a relaxing rest of the stay and good memories.

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon T.

29 Mar 2026

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

Such a great historical home. We had a lovely stay. My dogs were very welcomed. We even got a doggy surprise from Amazon. The fenced in yard is perfect for the dogs and there is a little sitting area to enjoy a cup of coffee or glass of wine while the dogs play. The beds were very comfortable. There are some nice places to eat that are in walking distance. I would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

Verified

10/10 Excellent

kim b.

9 July 2025

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by Abhay Ambati

I travel the world - meet new people, taste new cuisines, and experience new cultures.

Why they chose this property

We love Shippensburg and see great upside potential. Ask any local and they would say Ship has been changing so fast (for good).

What makes this property unique

Built in 1789, history is in its DNA. Also, it is steps away from all amenities you need for a great stay.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests

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Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1 - Bird Theme

Bedroom 2 - Horse Theme

Bedroom 3 - Flower Theme

Bedroom 4 - Abe Lincoln Theme

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 - Second Floor

Bathroom 2 - First Floor

Bathroom 3 - First Floor

Spaces

About this property

The Doctor’s House: 4BR, Historic Elegance & Downtown Adventure - Sleeps 9!

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House Rules

Children

Events

Pets

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Check-out instructions

Important information

You need to know

About the area

Shippensburg

What's nearby

Getting around

Restaurants

Frequently asked questions

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

AnneMarie P.

AnneMarie P.

10/10 Excellent

Andrea G.

Andrea G.

10/10 Excellent

Kristin S.

Kristin S.

10/10 Excellent

Meredith D.

Meredith D.

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Unique historical house

Susan M.

10/10 Excellent

Patrick D.

Awesome Place

Patrick D.

10/10 Excellent

Shannon M.

Great location, plenty of space

Shannon M.

10/10 Excellent

Bob P.

Bob P.

10/10 Excellent

Shanda

Shanda

6/10 Okay

Sue S.

Sue S.

10/10 Excellent