Journey back in time in the immaculately preserved 1885 Victorian home of F.D. Williams, President of Rockefeller’s National Transit Company. A 6 bedroom boutique retreat with luxury mattresses, full amenities, cozy fireplaces, intricate woodwork, and stained-glass windows is surrounded by a fenced-in garden with a stone fireplace, waterfall & pond where you can relax with morning coffee or after a day along the Allegheny River Trail. This is the perfect venue for couples, families or groups.
Property manager
Andrew Tabler
Languages
Arabic, English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Place all towels in washer, load with soap and start on normal setting at checkout.
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
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Oil City
Oil City is home to this holiday home. Seneca Square and Cranberry Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Oil Creek State Park and Allegheny River.
Oil City, PA
What's nearby
Samuel Justus Recreation Trail - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Oil City Library - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Venango Museum of Art, Science and Industry - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Wanango Country Club - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
UPMC Northwest - 12 min drive - 10.5 km
Getting around
Franklin, PA (FKL-Venango Regional) - 18 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 18 min walk
Scierka's Tavern - 4 min drive
A & C Buffet & Dinning - 10 min drive
Wendy's - 11 min drive
McDonald's - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Williams House - Victorian Retreat pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
Where is Williams House - Victorian Retreat located?
Situated in Oil City, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Oil Region National Heritage Area and Allegheny River. Samuel Justus Recreation Trail and Oil City Library are also within 10 minutes.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Beautiful historical house. Very clean and comfortable. The bedrooms are large and have tv’s. Walking distance to the river and restaurants. The owner was very responsive.
This property is amazing. The host was extremely accommodating and the house was perfect. We needed somewhere to get together as a family for Easter and this property was exactly what we needed. We had an Easter egg hunt in the back patio area and Easter dinner at the huge dining room table. We could not have asked for a better experience.
Kate R.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
About the host
Hosted by Andrew Tabler
I'm an Oil City native now in Washington, DC. I work with my hometown friends and relatives to help visitors experience Oil City in its Victorian heyday.
Why they chose this property
Its the most beautiful part of Oil City!
What makes this property unique
Victorian charm (original woodwork and stained glass windows) with all the modern conveniences (AC's, HDTVs, High Speed Internet, Comfy beds)