This is a beautiful family-friendly historic mansion on a private lake

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Private kitchen
Room
Dining
Dining
Reviews
9.2 out of 10 Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

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Trenton, NJ
  • AirportTrenton, NJ (TTN-Mercer)6 min drive
  • Popular LocationThe College of New Jersey7 min drive
  • Popular LocationCURE Insurance Arena7 min drive
  • Popular LocationSesame Place13 min drive

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Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 28)

Bedroom 1 Second Floor

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2 Second Floor

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3 Second Floor

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4 Third floor

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5 Second Floor

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6 - Third Floor

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 7 - Second Floor

1 King Bed

Bedroom 8 - Second Floor

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

6 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Bathroom 6

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 7

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

This is a beautiful family-friendly historic mansion on a private lake

Built in 1775, this 10,000 square foot mansion with 10 beautiful acres of land provides for a luxurious vacation. Amenities include a private lake, swimming pool, tennis court, jogging and biking trail, children's playground, nature trail and more. The inside of the house includes a full bar, two large children's play rooms, a greenhouse, an office, a library, theater, parlor, and formal and informal dining areas. This old home is maintained by a cleaning company, property management and landscaping service to preserve its history. Guests should not expect a brand new facility or a 5 star hotel. Guests should look elsewhere for that type of stay such as a large hotel chain. Guests appreciate this home for charm, space, history and amenities.

The house sleeps up to 20. However, approval and additional payment is required for groups of more than 9. Since larger groups do require more maintenance of this historic property, there is a $30 per day charge per guest after the 9th guest.

This is a large house. There are 14 beds. The second floor has 4 Queens, 2 Kings, and 2 singles in 4 large bedrooms and 2 smaller bedrooms. The third floor has two bedrooms with a total of one bunk bed (2 singles), 2 singles and one King sized bed. On the 1st floor we can set up a temporary bed which has been useful for those who cannot climb stairs. Cots may be available. There are 7 bathrooms (One is in the pool house). (Due to a VRBO glitch, the description on this homepage indicates only 2 bedrooms but there are in fact 8 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms.)

Property manager

Eric
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English, French

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No additional guests are allowed on the property unless specific number of extra guests is approved by VRBO host and paid for ($30/day after 9 guests)

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Ewing

Located in Trenton, this resort is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Makefield Highlands Golf Club and Crossing Vineyards and Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Oxford Valley Mall and Blue Moon Acres. Travelling with kids? Consider Sesame Place and Trenton Visitors Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Trenton, NJ

What's nearby

  • New Jersey State Museum - 5 min drive
  • New Jersey State House - 5 min drive
  • The College of New Jersey - 7 min drive
  • CURE Insurance Arena - 7 min drive
  • Sesame Place - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Trenton Transit Center - 10 min drive
  • Trenton, NJ (TTN-Mercer) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • Firkin Tavern - 5 min drive
  • Cafe 72 - 4 min drive
  • Vault Taproom - 7 min drive
  • Ewing Diner - 4 min drive
  • Five Guys Burgers & Fries - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does This is a beautiful family-friendly historic mansion on a private lake have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is This is a beautiful family-friendly historic mansion on a private lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at This is a beautiful family-friendly historic mansion on a private lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at This is a beautiful family-friendly historic mansion on a private lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is This is a beautiful family-friendly historic mansion on a private lake located?

This family-friendly Trenton resort is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Delaware River, Cadwalader Park and The College of New Jersey. Trenton Visitors Center and Washington Crossing Historic Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tim C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun, Spacious House
We had a great stay in this quirky old house. There was a ton of room and the property was beautiful. The property manager was responsive and helpful, we would love to stay here again. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Memorial for our Mother
We stayed at the house Thurs-Sun and had a memorial get together on Friday after burying our mother at the Washington Crossing Cemetery. The house was perfect for what we needed. The grounds were beautiful and everything was great. Such an historical house with character, we were so happy to find it on vrbo! Peter
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
A Magical Experience
This was the perfect venue for us. It was so spacious that our extended family actually did not use at least 1/3 of the space. There are large living areas where we could all gather together and eat together. And then there were very spacious private places where we could be by ourselves outside of earshot of everyone else. The huge windowed walls of the main gathering room gave us a panoramic view onto the beautiful property with water and bridges everywhere we looked. We saw large fish, deer families, and a beautiful soaring blue heron who landed close enough to intrigue our toddlers.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Fun and Great Host
The listing was what we expected. It was very fun, and the host was communicative and helpful. We’d definitely go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Wonderful Place for a Family Reunion
This was an amazing place for a large family reunion! We all came to this Trenton home from several states and just fell in love with the home. So much history to explore. We were given a full tour upon arrival, and the owner, who was so helpful and couldn't have been nicer, checked in with us throughout our stay. Each room in the house has its own unique personality, and the place plenty of bathrooms, big open spaces and beds to spare. We loved the long table off the kitchen that could accommodate all of us to regroup for meals. There was so much to do there with games, big screen TVs, 2 full kitchens, tennis and basketballs courts, pools, hot tubs, several boats, fire pit, large pool house, library, bicycles and hiking. We had big plans to tour Philadelphia and Trenton, but honestly, we were having so much fun at the house we didn't want to go anywhere else. We would come back in a heartbeat and recommend it to anyone looking for a lovely, historic place to stay that has it all. Many thanks to Eric and his team for making this such a memorable visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Eric

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This property has been owned by the same family for 53 years.

Why they chose this property

This property has hosted delightful family reunions, small events, corporate retreats, and fun filled vacations. It can handle large and small groups. There are plenty of attractions at this property to enjoy outdoor activities as well as lounging.

What makes this property unique

The combination of pre-revolutionary war history and modern amenities at this property makes it unique.

Languages:

English, French

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