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Riverfront Retreat - Convenience + Kayaks - 3 bed 2 ba

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A modern living room with two leather armchairs, a glass coffee table, and a dining area with a wooden floor and white walls.
A modern dining area with a wooden table, brown chairs, a bar area, and a large potted plant.
A bedroom with a bed, a sofa, and two windows with curtains.
A staircase with dark wooden balusters leading to a landing.
A red Adirondack chair by a pond surrounded by dense trees.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Washing machine
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Downingtown, PA
  • Place, Innovative Performing Arts Center
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Lloyd Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Victory Brewing Company
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Riverfront Retreat - Convenience + Kayaks - 3 bed 2 ba

Experience the perfect blend of small-town charm & waterfront adventure at this renovated riverfront retreat in the heart of Downingtown Borough. Nestled directly along the scenic Brandywine River, this one-of-a-kind property offers a rare opportunity to enjoy walkable borough living while escaping into your own private outdoor oasis.

Freshly renovated from top to bottom, the home combines modern comfort with an unbeatable natural setting. Whether you're looking for a relaxing weekend getaway, a family vacation, or a home base to explore Chester County, you'll find plenty of space to unwind both inside and out.

Adventure awaits right in your backyard! Guests have complimentary use of three kayaks—including two adult kayaks and one child kayak—allowing you to explore the beautiful Brandywine River.

Parking is effortless. Despite being located in the borough, the property features a private parking area that can comfortably accommodate 4+ vehicles, plus additional free street parking.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5338560vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
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

Downingtown

Located in Downingtown, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Chester County Historical Society and National Iron and Steel Heritage Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Innovative Performing Arts Center and Lloyd Park. United Sports and James Park are also worth visiting. With kayaking and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Downingtown, PA

What's nearby

  • Innovative Performing Arts Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Lloyd Park - 4 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Victory Brewing Company - 6 min drive - 2.2 km
  • West Chester University of Pennsylvania - 17 min drive - 15.1 km
  • QVC Studio Park - 18 min drive - 19.3 km

Getting around

  • Downingtown Station - 5 min walk
  • Wilmington, DE (ILG-New Castle) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Lione's Pizza - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Green Street Grill - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverfront Retreat - Convenience + Kayaks - 3 bed 2 ba pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Riverfront Retreat - Convenience + Kayaks - 3 bed 2 ba?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Riverfront Retreat - Convenience + Kayaks - 3 bed 2 ba?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverfront Retreat - Convenience + Kayaks - 3 bed 2 ba?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Riverfront Retreat - Convenience + Kayaks - 3 bed 2 ba located?

Located in the heart of Downingtown, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Innovative Performing Arts Center and Lloyd Park. Victory Brewing Company and Struble Trail Norwood Road Trailhead are also within 2 miles (3 km). Downingtown Station is 5 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The stay was great. Perfect location for our needs. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Better then described except the kayaks themselves cool but the entryway was possibly flooded. Plan on rattling and loading them if that’s a highlight for you but for us that was nothing at this time important as we were just looking for emergency housing. Extremely clean, has everything you need, maybe except for a mattress pad, but Dave is a very young guy and they all do that. The rest of it is pristine.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2026
Thanks Kira! We decided to setup a stand down by the river that will hold 4 kayaks to make it easier to enter the river. We also cut back a lot of the growth and put pavers on the way down to the river along with building a little dock/perch to overlook the river. Thanks again for staying and hope to see you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host is the man, in general, & my family of 4 have been fortunate enough to stay here and another property of his in Downingtown. The house is an even bigger highlight than the kayaks. If you’re renting a car & the kayaking is a major highlight SUV with bike rack on top & go to a public spot where many people go depending on the condition the weather had left the area entering the water at the property because we have awesome options in the area. Laundry, 1.5 bath, finished attics with large, PBKids style bunk bed. Sheets are polyester with no mattress cover. It David seems like a young man & every young man I know does the same & I’m surprised I forgot to let him know about that- he’s super receptive! Just order a 15 dollar set that 100% cotton off DoorDash, if you don’t have the Target app then it’s a shipped account as both deliver to both properties (& don’t get lost like some secluded VRBOs in the area. NO MOLD!!!! Very shocking/pleasant surprise on a body of water: would have booked sooner if I had seen it before. Lots of photo oops in the home!! Everything re-done on a historic structure. We hope to be back soon Dave- great business model!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cool beans. gangsters paradise except it’s all good we out the hood now aka it was a lovely tea party & David is a swell fella. We will be staying at another property soon. If you could handle it, David.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026

About the host

Hosted by David Nicholson

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