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Your own Private Pool Downtown! Midway between Spooky Nook & Amish Country

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Your Private Pool Opens Memorial Weekend!  It's covered & closed in winter.
Dine Poolside Surrounded by a Summer Season Flowering Vine
Gas-Start Charcoal Grill
Pool Patio & Grill
Pool at Night.  It's covered & closed in winter
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8183 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

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Lancaster, PA
  • Popular LocationLancaster Marriott at Penn Square15 min walk
  • Popular LocationLancaster County Convention Center16 min walk
  • Popular LocationFranklin and Marshall College3 min drive
  • AirportHarrisburg, PA (MDT-Harrisburg Intl.)37 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Extra Large Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Family Fun Bunk Room

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

King Bedroom Suite

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

King Spa-Like Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Main House Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Your own Private Pool Downtown! Midway between Spooky Nook & Amish Country

Shopping, restaurant grazing & moonlight swims in the heart of the Lancaster social scene w easy access to Rt 30. This distinctive Lancaster City Musser Park area property is truly one of a kind. Featured on Lancaster Artwalk, this one-story home captures the eye with a Picasso painting on the front and an inspiration wall on the side. This recently renovated one-story open concept detached house has a wood burning fireplace, an inground pool, front yard firepit and 2 off-street parking spaces.

Walking inside, you’ll be delighted to find a gourmet kitchen with new stainless-steel appliances including a 5 burner gas range with double convection oven at the bar-height island. The open concept great room boasts a wood burning fireplace, built-in reading nook and dining. In the summer, you have a breathtaking view of the pool throughout. Be sure to greet the knight in shining armor and his Viking princess! There are 3 enticing bedrooms. The King bedroom suite includes a large screen Roku TV, walk-thru closet plus a spa-like bath featuring a double walk-in shower, jetted tub and dual vanities with built-in make-up table. The huge Queen bedroom has a game table, tons of closet space & a Roku TV. The third Family Fun Bunk bedroom has a double bed + bunk beds with "paper" lantern string lights and Roku TV. Can you read the word painted by local traveling graffiti artist Ramon Trevino beside the double bed? The second bath includes a library, pool lockers, double vanity and access to the utility room with a new washer and dryer. Central air conditioning and high ceilings add to an already amazing home. By the way, each bedroom has an alarm clock with cell phone chargers – just bring the cords that fit your phones. And did you notice that all of our TVs are Roku which offer many streaming options? We also provide Disney+ and Prime movies for even more entertainment!

The swimming pool is an approx 19'x38' rectangle that tapers from 4' in shallow end to 7-8' deep with underwater lighting. There's a 2' walkway around pool. Rear door opens within 2' of pool. Please note it's a very narrow sidewalk around the pool and no pool fence so it’s not suitable for small children. Pool & rear patio are surrounded by a seasonal flowering vine covered privacy fence. The rear patio has party string lights for evening fun! And there’s a Weber charcoal gas grill for barbequing poolside!

The large fenced-in front yard has 2 off-street parking spaces and fire pit. Street parking permits may be obtained for $2 per day from the Lancaster Parking Authority's website (look for “Apply & Pay for Residential Parking Permit Here” button then scroll to the bottom for 2023 Visitor permits) or call them.

Leave your car behind & walk or bike to Lancaster Brewing Company, Quip’s British Pub, Molly’s Irish Pub, Musser Park, The Horse Inn, Belvedere Inn, Binns Park special events, Central Market, Marion Court, Lancaster Dispensing Company, Fulton Opera House, Zoetropolis, Maison, Prince Street Café, The Pressroom, Steinman Park featuring a 20-foot waterfall and fountain pools, Lancaster Convention Center, The Exchange 12th floor rooftop lounge, Tellus360 rooftop lounge, Altana rooftop, Bistro Barberet & Bakery, Excelsior, Annie Bailey’s Irish Pub, Himalayan Curry Grill, Rachel’s Creperie, Root Vegan Restaurant, Decades bowling alley arcade restaurant bar, Meduseld Meadry axe throwing, Barnstormer's game at Clipper Stadium, F&M College, art galleries, fine dining, dancing and oodles of downtown shoppes. See Discovery Map Lancaster-PA and let your city adventure begin!

The Walnut St/Rt 23 Exit provides quick & easy access to Route 30 for Spooky Nook Sports tournaments, antiquing, outlet shopping, Dutch Wonderland amusement park, Sight & Sound Theatre, touring the Amish countryside or Hershey Park.

With tons of privacy, this vacationer’s paradise was built for those who desire a retreat from the ordinary to celebrate life. This is a rare opportunity to stay in an absolutely unique one-story country home in the heart of the Lancaster City social scene.

Note: The pool is open from Memorial Day through September, later if weather permits. But it's not heated. Ask us if the pool is open before you make a reservation. The pool is covered for the winter when the temperature turns cold in October.

We have a rental agreement that you must agree to in order to stay at our property. If you book instantly, you must sign and return your rental agreement within 4 hours in order to keep your reservation.

If you do choose to book our property, please provide a brief description of the purpose of your trip and IDs of persons staying at our home. Also, please confirm that everyone in your group is a non-smoker.

***This is a non-smoking property.***

Due to our daughter's severe allergies, absolutely no pets are allowed. Pets trigger convulsive seizures.

We provide unscented Laundry Products. Due to guest allergies to scented laundry products, only unscented laundry detergent, unscented non chlorine bleach, unscented fabric softener and unscented dryer sheets are permitted to be used in our washer and dryer. Scented laundry products leave a residue in the laundry appliances and linens which can cause an anaphylactic reaction. If you break this House Rule, there is an additional $500 Cleaning Fee if we smell scented Laundry Product residue in the washer, dryer or on the linens and towels.

Our home is dynamic and changes with the seasons or when I find new treasures! Please note we change out furniture, decor, accessories, etc. from time to time which may not be pictured and items pictured may be removed.

We've had to make some changes due to Covid-19. We are saddened by these changes. It’s become a different world. Because of the virus:
1. We have removed all of the condiments, food & beverage items from the pantry and refrigerator.
2. We have removed the bedroom pillows, blankets and throws. You will need to bring your own.
3. Early check-ins or late check outs are not permitted because of the cleaning time required. Check in is between 5 to 8 pm.
4. All guests must be symptom free for 14 days prior to arrival.
Regardless of the precautions, we will not be able to guarantee a virus free environment. Unfortunately for all of us, including our family, you venture out into the world at your own risk.



Property manager

Barbara Baer
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Must be good swimmer. No lifeguard at pool.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Smoking! There is $500 fee if we smell smoke.
Rental Lease Contract: Signed Lease required within 4 hours of reservation + picture ID with address + cell phone number from renters. Checkin 5-8 pm.
Due to severe allergies, only unscented laundry detergent, unscented fabric softener + unscented dryer sheets permitted in washer & dryer.
No events, parties, ceremonies or social gatherings of any kind whether or not celebratory, congratulatory, commemorative or somber.

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
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, a first aid kit, outdoor lighting and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lancaster

Located in Lancaster, this holiday home is in the city centre and near theme parks. American Music Theatre Lancaster and Sight and Sound Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square and Amish Farm and House. Travelling with kids? Consider Dutch Wonderland and Lancaster Science Factory. Water tubing, fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Lancaster, PA

What's nearby

  • Central Market - 14 min walk
  • Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square - 15 min walk
  • Lancaster County Convention Center - 16 min walk
  • Fulton Theatre - 17 min walk
  • Franklin and Marshall College - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Lancaster Station - 3 min drive
  • Lancaster, PA (LNS) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • Gran Sabor Latino Restaurant - 11 min walk
  • Queen Street Bistro - 11 min walk
  • The Elks Club - 9 min walk
  • Stubby's Bar and Grille - 10 min walk
  • Friendly Greek Bottle Shop - 10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Your own Private Pool Downtown! Midway between Spooky Nook & Amish Country have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Your own Private Pool Downtown! Midway between Spooky Nook & Amish Country pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Your own Private Pool Downtown! Midway between Spooky Nook & Amish Country ?

Self-parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at Your own Private Pool Downtown! Midway between Spooky Nook & Amish Country ?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Your own Private Pool Downtown! Midway between Spooky Nook & Amish Country ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Your own Private Pool Downtown! Midway between Spooky Nook & Amish Country located?

This family-friendly holiday home is located in the city centre, within 1 mi (2 km) of Lancaster Cemetery, Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square and Lancaster County Convention Center. Lancaster Science Factory and Lancaster General ER are also within 10 minutes. Lancaster Station is 21 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elspeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, stunning hospitality, and premiere location.
Barb and Art gave attentions to every detail of decor and hospitality. This was a beautiful and comfortable homebase for our family vacation during the holidays. Communication was excellent, and we were overwhelmed by the kind and generous touches, including coffee and pastries. Every one of their five stars is well deserved. We will definitely be reserving this property again.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

J RONALD R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas at Art on Walnut
There's five-star and then there is beyond five-star. This unit far exceeded expectations. This is now our third stay and each experience has been better than one before. Our hostess, as with our previous bookings, was engaging, hospitable and accommodating. The bakery goodies and coffee were greatly appreciated. The Christmas decorations added significant charm and beauty to the interior surroundings. I highly recommend Art on Walnut to all vacationers planning a trip to Lancaster County at any time of the year.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

linda s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girl's weekend
The house was very cute and clean. Barbara was very helpful with places to eat and things to do. She is a wonderful lady
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Phenomenal stay yet again!
We had a terrific stay on Walnut in Lancaster for the third time! Barbara is the most considerate host, the place has everything you need and is immaculate, and the pool is tons of fun! Highly recommend this house and host for a great trip!
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Murad A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best vacation in Lancaster
An amazing host she was very polite very clean home we definitely enjoyed we’ll be back
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Barbara Baer

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Art & I were born & raised in Lancaster. We love it here! We met & fell in love when Art was living at Walnut St. We were happily married 29+ years ago at Westminster Presbyterian Church where we attend today. We love the LORD! Art is a demolition contractor. Barb is an accountant and art lover. We have an amazing family:
• Art’s oldest daughter April is an aesthetician & cosmetologist by day and then fencing coach & director at Spooky Nook Sports by night;
• his middle child is 3x World Boxing Champion Leah Mellinger, Nook martial arts & personal trainer extraordinaire;
• we’re blessed by step-son Todd who is a multi-talented artist & carpenter & designer;
• God made our youngest special - she will always believe in Santa Claus!;
• and we have 4 grandkids - one is quoted on the inspiration wall & the youngest ones are learning math while playing blackjack in downtown restaurants!

Why they chose this property

Speaking of restaurants, we truly enjoy restaurant hopping, shopping and socializing downtown. There are so many fun places to visit! Just ask us! We're happy to share things like shopping on Queen St, getting a quick sugar fix at Lancaster Cupcake, flowers at Central Market, ice cream at Penny's, fruit smoothies or fresh vege juices at Lemon St Market, crab fries at Mr Bill's. Art & I could go on & on...

What makes this property unique

And after all that grazing, the best place to be is lounging poolside or roasting marshmallows at the firepit! Then crawl into that large king pillow top bed with fluffy pillows & a bowl of popcorn to watch movies!

We hope you can find out why Art on Walnut holds a special place in our hearts.

Blessings to you & your family, Barbara & Art

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