Historic Home on Gay Street.
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About this property
About this spaceWelcome to historic downtown West Chester, PA. This freshly renovated historic home boasts 2 Queen bedrooms and 2 full baths, sleeping 6. Amenities and accommodation await behind the lavender door. This home is nestled on on...
Location
West Chester is home to this vacation home. Baldwin's Book Barn and Ice Line are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Exton Square Mall and Chadds Ford Village & Barn Shops. QVC Studio Park and Arasapha Farms are also worth visiting.
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9.9
Exceptional
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At Historic Home on Gay Street., travelers praise the walkable West Chester location, consistently spotless interiors with historic charm and modern updates, responsive hosting, and the bonus of on-site garage parking that makes visits easy and convenient.
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At Historic Home on Gay Street., travelers praise the walkable West Chester location, consistently spotless interiors with historic charm and modern updates, responsive hosting, and the bonus of on-site garage parking that makes visits easy and convenient.
Guests highlight comfortable beds, tasteful decor, and a pleasant backyard or courtyard for downtime. Common caveats include steep, narrow stairs to the bedrooms, some front-room street noise on busy nights, and kitchens that can be short on a few basic tools. Overall, it suits travelers seeking a stylish, in-town base.
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Facilities
On-site garage/off-street parking is frequently praised and makes stays easier. Several guests also enjoyed the backyard or courtyard space.
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Gary M.
9 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The only thing that I was not clear on was that the 2 bedrooms are up some pretty steep stairs. This home is a well renovated historic home so it wasn't a surprise. It was not a problem for us but we are older and you just need to know it. We were there for a family event and didn't take advantage of being downtown, the kitchen or the courtyard. It was very nice, comfortable and the garage was a plus. We would stay there again.
The only thing that I was not clear on was that the 2 bedrooms are up some pretty steep stairs. This home is a well renovated historic home so it wasn't a surprise. It was not a problem for us but we are older and you just need to know it. We were there for a family event and didn't take advantage of being downtown, the kitchen or the courtyard. It was very nice, comfortable and the garage was a plus. We would stay there again.
10
Cathery s.
6 Apr 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice place to stay while visiting family. Ideal location and garage was a huge plus. Owner was very responsive and helpful
Nice place to stay while visiting family. Ideal location and garage was a huge plus. Owner was very responsive and helpful
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Andre S.
11 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This place is very well kept. Check in was super easy. Kitchen fully stocked with everything you would need and love the coffee machine. Location is primo as it’s within walking distance to many restaurant and bar choices. Garage parking is a nice feature as well. Highly recommend this property.
This place is very well kept. Check in was super easy. Kitchen fully stocked with everything you would need and love the coffee machine. Location is primo as it’s within walking distance to many restaurant and bar choices. Garage parking is a nice feature as well. Highly recommend this property.
10
Christine K.
29 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We stay in West Chester often and were so happy to have been able to find this lovely home available for one of our weekends visiting. Garage in back is perfect for the car. The inside of the house is beautiful and historic. The beds are so comfortable. Great location for walking into town. Host was communicative. We would love to stay again some time.
We stay in West Chester often and were so happy to have been able to find this lovely home available for one of our weekends visiting. Garage in back is perfect for the car. The inside of the house is beautiful and historic. The beds are so comfortable. Great location for walking into town. Host was communicative. We would love to stay again some time.
10
rodney l.
4 Oct 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
One car garage Parking on property very Convenient and safe. Kitchen is Amply supplied with covenient mobile Island. Plenty of hot water for showers. Bedrooms are clean and comfortable. Just walk out front door ,turn right and you are a block and a half from a very occupied uptown area with indoor and outdoor eating.
One car garage Parking on property very Convenient and safe. Kitchen is Amply supplied with covenient mobile Island. Plenty of hot water for showers. Bedrooms are clean and comfortable. Just walk out front door ,turn right and you are a block and a half from a very occupied uptown area with indoor and outdoor eating.
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donna E.
31 Dec 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
This is our second stay at the Gay Street house. The location is great the house is great and bonus there is garage parking.
This is our second stay at the Gay Street house. The location is great the house is great and bonus there is garage parking.
10
Deborah C.
2 Apr 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Great location for visiting our West Chester family. The home was clean and comfortable and had everything we needed throughout our stay. We parked our car in the garage and walked through the town every day. The host was very responsive and answered any questions we had before and during our visit. We look forward to returning.
Great location for visiting our West Chester family. The home was clean and comfortable and had everything we needed throughout our stay. We parked our car in the garage and walked through the town every day. The host was very responsive and answered any questions we had before and during our visit. We look forward to returning.
10
Chris W.
17 Nov 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
Quirky fun row house right in town. Nice furniture, comfortable beds, modern bathrooms. Garage parking is kid of tricky but very helpful as street is time-limited. Kitchen is modern unit a bit thin on utensils. Very comfortable. Note that bedrooms are up some windy stairs so not appropriate for mobility limited folks. Street noise in the front bedroom was annoying on weekend (it’s a college town) but fine otherwise.
Quirky fun row house right in town. Nice furniture, comfortable beds, modern bathrooms. Garage parking is kid of tricky but very helpful as street is time-limited. Kitchen is modern unit a bit thin on utensils. Very comfortable. Note that bedrooms are up some windy stairs so not appropriate for mobility limited folks. Street noise in the front bedroom was annoying on weekend (it’s a college town) but fine otherwise.
10
Val D.
2 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The location of this property was perfect - we could walk to eating and shopping in West Chester. We also appreciated the secluded feel of the back yard. As long as you are comfortable climbing stairs (it is a historic home that includes somewhat steep steps to the bedrooms), I would definitely recommend this home!
The location of this property was perfect - we could walk to eating and shopping in West Chester. We also appreciated the secluded feel of the back yard. As long as you are comfortable climbing stairs (it is a historic home that includes somewhat steep steps to the bedrooms), I would definitely recommend this home!
10
Mary Ann F.
25 Aug 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The house is older but renovations have modernized the kitchen and baths while retaining the unique character of the original structure. We really enjoyed the outside back patio space for visiting and access to the garage. Family members (5 of us) ranged in age from 65-75 and luckily we are all in great physical shape because the stairs heading up to the bedrooms could be a bit challenging. We enjoyed the kitchen layout, lighting, and the quality of the cooking gear but as others have pointed out some basics are lacking like a colander and a vegetable peeler. We brought our own coffee maker along because there is only one of those pod contraptions at the house. The only negatives were the lack of hand towels and washcloths for the bathrooms (there was only one of each) and the sofa bed mattress could use an upgrade. We also could not open any of the windows as they were stuck shut. Maybe that was good thing because the weekend student partyers walking by at 3 a.m. did wake up folks sleeping in the front bedroom. Overall, a positive experience and appreciated the prompt communications with Derek to answer questions.
The house is older but renovations have modernized the kitchen and baths while retaining the unique character of the original structure. We really enjoyed the outside back patio space for visiting and access to the garage. Family members (5 of us) ranged in age from 65-75 and luckily we are all in great physical shape because the stairs heading up to the bedrooms could be a bit challenging. We enjoyed the kitchen layout, lighting, and the quality of the cooking gear but as others have pointed out some basics are lacking like a colander and a vegetable peeler. We brought our own coffee maker along because there is only one of those pod contraptions at the house. The only negatives were the lack of hand towels and washcloths for the bathrooms (there was only one of each) and the sofa bed mattress could use an upgrade. We also could not open any of the windows as they were stuck shut. Maybe that was good thing because the weekend student partyers walking by at 3 a.m. did wake up folks sleeping in the front bedroom. Overall, a positive experience and appreciated the prompt communications with Derek to answer questions.
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Cleanliness
Reviews consistently describe the home as spotless, well maintained, and meticulously kept.
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Samantha S.
29 Mar 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We loved our stay! The house was so cute and very clean. The owner was very attentive and come over to deal with the garage within 5 minutes of us reaching out to him. I already recommended the house to a friend. I will be back!
We loved our stay! The house was so cute and very clean. The owner was very attentive and come over to deal with the garage within 5 minutes of us reaching out to him. I already recommended the house to a friend. I will be back!
10
Karen W.
6 Dec 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
We stayed at the townhouse for 5 nights with another couple who had not been to Phila. The location for going into Center City, visiting Longwood Gardens, Valley Forge and Marsh Creek State Park was ideal. The house was spotless and well-appointed. Derek, our host, was super responsive. We will definitely stay again when we are in town visiting family and friends.
We stayed at the townhouse for 5 nights with another couple who had not been to Phila. The location for going into Center City, visiting Longwood Gardens, Valley Forge and Marsh Creek State Park was ideal. The house was spotless and well-appointed. Derek, our host, was super responsive. We will definitely stay again when we are in town visiting family and friends.
10
Bern R.
24 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This is a great place to stay for multiple reasons. The house is clean and so close to a great town. I will rent it again next year.
This is a great place to stay for multiple reasons. The house is clean and so close to a great town. I will rent it again next year.
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Lori C.
15 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Derek’s home was amazing. The beauty and charm inside was stunning. The place was clean and we instantly felt right at home. We walked to dinner
Derek’s home was amazing. The beauty and charm inside was stunning. The place was clean and we instantly felt right at home. We walked to dinner
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Andrew M.
12 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This property is immaculate, renting for the second time. So many reviews make reference to the responsiveness of the owner, but we have never had such excellent responsiveness and consideration as from Derek. Recommend this property without any reservation. Best possible location, walking to wonderful restaurants every night.
This property is immaculate, renting for the second time. So many reviews make reference to the responsiveness of the owner, but we have never had such excellent responsiveness and consideration as from Derek. Recommend this property without any reservation. Best possible location, walking to wonderful restaurants every night.
10
John V.
16 Aug 2023
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Stayed 6 nights
Excellent comms ahead of stay, home is super clean and well appointed. Having a garage and off street parking this close to the center of town is a true bonus. Perfect for families up to 4 and within a two minute stroll of West Chester's downtown shops and restaurants. Owner Derek is super efficient with answering questions and the instructions are very clear and easy. Only mild thing to be aware of is that you are in a busy town so noise levels at night are what you should expect from being on a main road. Highly recommended!
Excellent comms ahead of stay, home is super clean and well appointed. Having a garage and off street parking this close to the center of town is a true bonus. Perfect for families up to 4 and within a two minute stroll of West Chester's downtown shops and restaurants. Owner Derek is super efficient with answering questions and the instructions are very clear and easy. Only mild thing to be aware of is that you are in a busy town so noise levels at night are what you should expect from being on a main road. Highly recommended!
10
Tim W.
3 Sept 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This was an amazing property located on Gay Street in the borough. The home was within easy walking distance of everything we wanted to do and see. The home was clean, the host was very communicative, and it was a great place to relax. We would definitely book a weekend here again!
This was an amazing property located on Gay Street in the borough. The home was within easy walking distance of everything we wanted to do and see. The home was clean, the host was very communicative, and it was a great place to relax. We would definitely book a weekend here again!
10
Andrew M.
8 Jun 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Thank you Derek for sharing this wonderful property with us. Spotless and meticulous, all details anticipated and provided for. Derek was fantastic both before and during our stay, we could not have been more pleased. The property itself has so much character and so aesthetically appealing. We went to gardens every day - Chanticleer, Longwood, Winterthur, Mount Cuba Center (HIGHLY recommended along with Chanticleer) and came back home to park the car and walk to restaurants and all that West Chester offers out our front door. Will absolutely do this again.
Thank you Derek for sharing this wonderful property with us. Spotless and meticulous, all details anticipated and provided for. Derek was fantastic both before and during our stay, we could not have been more pleased. The property itself has so much character and so aesthetically appealing. We went to gardens every day - Chanticleer, Longwood, Winterthur, Mount Cuba Center (HIGHLY recommended along with Chanticleer) and came back home to park the car and walk to restaurants and all that West Chester offers out our front door. Will absolutely do this again.
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Shelly V.
19 Oct 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We absolutely loved our stay. The location was perfect and walking distance to downtown West Chester. The house was immaculately cleaned and decorated. Derek was very responsive with any questions I had. Check in and check out directions were very clear. His suggestions for restaurants were very helpful. We would definitely stay again.
We absolutely loved our stay. The location was perfect and walking distance to downtown West Chester. The house was immaculately cleaned and decorated. Derek was very responsive with any questions I had. Check in and check out directions were very clear. His suggestions for restaurants were very helpful. We would definitely stay again.
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Cathy M.
10 Jul 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Very clean, well maintained home. Great location, easy parking, totally enjoyed our stay!
Very clean, well maintained home. Great location, easy parking, totally enjoyed our stay!
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Rooms
Guests like the comfortable beds, stylish historic character paired with modern bathrooms, and an overall cozy layout. Repeated cautions about steep, narrow stairs to the bedrooms and occasional front-bedroom street noise on weekends.
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Courtney T.
18 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Cute and cozy stay. Beautifully renovated. Located walking distance from food, coffee and shopping.
Cute and cozy stay. Beautifully renovated. Located walking distance from food, coffee and shopping.
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Christine K.
29 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We stay in West Chester often and were so happy to have been able to find this lovely home available for one of our weekends visiting. Garage in back is perfect for the car. The inside of the house is beautiful and historic. The beds are so comfortable. Great location for walking into town. Host was communicative. We would love to stay again some time.
We stay in West Chester often and were so happy to have been able to find this lovely home available for one of our weekends visiting. Garage in back is perfect for the car. The inside of the house is beautiful and historic. The beds are so comfortable. Great location for walking into town. Host was communicative. We would love to stay again some time.
10
Rebecca B.
12 May 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
This is a beautifully updated house with all the charm of a old house in the heart of historic West Chester. The location is ideal for waking to all the shops and restaurants in town Prior to check-in I received detailed information on accessing the property, utilizing the heating/AC and other amenities as well as a list of favorite restaurants in town. It was super easy to follow and I had no problem figuring everything out. The availability of off street parking here is also a huge bonus. I would recommend this place to any friends or family looking
This is a beautifully updated house with all the charm of a old house in the heart of historic West Chester. The location is ideal for waking to all the shops and restaurants in town Prior to check-in I received detailed information on accessing the property, utilizing the heating/AC and other amenities as well as a list of favorite restaurants in town. It was super easy to follow and I had no problem figuring everything out. The availability of off street parking here is also a huge bonus. I would recommend this place to any friends or family looking
10
Celia T.
6 Feb 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location, just a few blocks walk to restaurants and shopping. Comfortable and cozy accommodations. Garage for parking is a great feature. Beds are super comfortable, place is very clean. Loved the decor, decorations, and artwork. Also appreciated the reading material related to local artists and history of the area. Place is well stocked and lots of attention to details. Would stay again.
Great location, just a few blocks walk to restaurants and shopping. Comfortable and cozy accommodations. Garage for parking is a great feature. Beds are super comfortable, place is very clean. Loved the decor, decorations, and artwork. Also appreciated the reading material related to local artists and history of the area. Place is well stocked and lots of attention to details. Would stay again.
10
Georgianne B.
20 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The pictures were completely accurate, and the communication with the host was very easy. It truly was charming!
The pictures were completely accurate, and the communication with the host was very easy. It truly was charming!
10
Alisa R.
3 Aug 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
This recently updated historic home is super cute. I liked that it was at the edge of a vibrant neighborhood full of restaurants and adorable shops. Step out the front and walk 2 blocks to a chemex, an acai bowl, and some vintage shopping? Why yes, please! The primary bedroom is pretty large while the second bedroom is pretty cozy. I'd recommend this rowhome. There are a lot of steps in between the bedrooms so if you have really young kids, you might want to be aware of that. The kitchen was well appointed but lacked a colander and a few kitchen tools. So many restaurants to choose from but my autistic son loves to eat pasta and bake so that was a downside for us. We made do, however, and enjoyed our stay.
This recently updated historic home is super cute. I liked that it was at the edge of a vibrant neighborhood full of restaurants and adorable shops. Step out the front and walk 2 blocks to a chemex, an acai bowl, and some vintage shopping? Why yes, please! The primary bedroom is pretty large while the second bedroom is pretty cozy. I'd recommend this rowhome. There are a lot of steps in between the bedrooms so if you have really young kids, you might want to be aware of that. The kitchen was well appointed but lacked a colander and a few kitchen tools. So many restaurants to choose from but my autistic son loves to eat pasta and bake so that was a downside for us. We made do, however, and enjoyed our stay.
10
Chris W.
17 Nov 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
Quirky fun row house right in town. Nice furniture, comfortable beds, modern bathrooms. Garage parking is kid of tricky but very helpful as street is time-limited. Kitchen is modern unit a bit thin on utensils. Very comfortable. Note that bedrooms are up some windy stairs so not appropriate for mobility limited folks. Street noise in the front bedroom was annoying on weekend (it’s a college town) but fine otherwise.
Quirky fun row house right in town. Nice furniture, comfortable beds, modern bathrooms. Garage parking is kid of tricky but very helpful as street is time-limited. Kitchen is modern unit a bit thin on utensils. Very comfortable. Note that bedrooms are up some windy stairs so not appropriate for mobility limited folks. Street noise in the front bedroom was annoying on weekend (it’s a college town) but fine otherwise.
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Penelope G.
15 Apr 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Fabulous time in West Chester in this comfortable, stylish home. We had dinner under the stars in the cozy backyard.
Fabulous time in West Chester in this comfortable, stylish home. We had dinner under the stars in the cozy backyard.
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Val D.
2 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The location of this property was perfect - we could walk to eating and shopping in West Chester. We also appreciated the secluded feel of the back yard. As long as you are comfortable climbing stairs (it is a historic home that includes somewhat steep steps to the bedrooms), I would definitely recommend this home!
The location of this property was perfect - we could walk to eating and shopping in West Chester. We also appreciated the secluded feel of the back yard. As long as you are comfortable climbing stairs (it is a historic home that includes somewhat steep steps to the bedrooms), I would definitely recommend this home!
10
Mary Ann F.
25 Aug 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The house is older but renovations have modernized the kitchen and baths while retaining the unique character of the original structure. We really enjoyed the outside back patio space for visiting and access to the garage. Family members (5 of us) ranged in age from 65-75 and luckily we are all in great physical shape because the stairs heading up to the bedrooms could be a bit challenging. We enjoyed the kitchen layout, lighting, and the quality of the cooking gear but as others have pointed out some basics are lacking like a colander and a vegetable peeler. We brought our own coffee maker along because there is only one of those pod contraptions at the house. The only negatives were the lack of hand towels and washcloths for the bathrooms (there was only one of each) and the sofa bed mattress could use an upgrade. We also could not open any of the windows as they were stuck shut. Maybe that was good thing because the weekend student partyers walking by at 3 a.m. did wake up folks sleeping in the front bedroom. Overall, a positive experience and appreciated the prompt communications with Derek to answer questions.
The house is older but renovations have modernized the kitchen and baths while retaining the unique character of the original structure. We really enjoyed the outside back patio space for visiting and access to the garage. Family members (5 of us) ranged in age from 65-75 and luckily we are all in great physical shape because the stairs heading up to the bedrooms could be a bit challenging. We enjoyed the kitchen layout, lighting, and the quality of the cooking gear but as others have pointed out some basics are lacking like a colander and a vegetable peeler. We brought our own coffee maker along because there is only one of those pod contraptions at the house. The only negatives were the lack of hand towels and washcloths for the bathrooms (there was only one of each) and the sofa bed mattress could use an upgrade. We also could not open any of the windows as they were stuck shut. Maybe that was good thing because the weekend student partyers walking by at 3 a.m. did wake up folks sleeping in the front bedroom. Overall, a positive experience and appreciated the prompt communications with Derek to answer questions.
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Service
Host Derek is highly responsive and communicative, with clear instructions and helpful local recommendations.
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Samantha S.
29 Mar 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We loved our stay! The house was so cute and very clean. The owner was very attentive and come over to deal with the garage within 5 minutes of us reaching out to him. I already recommended the house to a friend. I will be back!
We loved our stay! The house was so cute and very clean. The owner was very attentive and come over to deal with the garage within 5 minutes of us reaching out to him. I already recommended the house to a friend. I will be back!
10
Cathery s.
6 Apr 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice place to stay while visiting family. Ideal location and garage was a huge plus. Owner was very responsive and helpful
Nice place to stay while visiting family. Ideal location and garage was a huge plus. Owner was very responsive and helpful
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Karen W.
6 Dec 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
We stayed at the townhouse for 5 nights with another couple who had not been to Phila. The location for going into Center City, visiting Longwood Gardens, Valley Forge and Marsh Creek State Park was ideal. The house was spotless and well-appointed. Derek, our host, was super responsive. We will definitely stay again when we are in town visiting family and friends.
We stayed at the townhouse for 5 nights with another couple who had not been to Phila. The location for going into Center City, visiting Longwood Gardens, Valley Forge and Marsh Creek State Park was ideal. The house was spotless and well-appointed. Derek, our host, was super responsive. We will definitely stay again when we are in town visiting family and friends.
10
Georgianne B.
20 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The pictures were completely accurate, and the communication with the host was very easy. It truly was charming!
The pictures were completely accurate, and the communication with the host was very easy. It truly was charming!
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Andrew M.
12 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This property is immaculate, renting for the second time. So many reviews make reference to the responsiveness of the owner, but we have never had such excellent responsiveness and consideration as from Derek. Recommend this property without any reservation. Best possible location, walking to wonderful restaurants every night.
This property is immaculate, renting for the second time. So many reviews make reference to the responsiveness of the owner, but we have never had such excellent responsiveness and consideration as from Derek. Recommend this property without any reservation. Best possible location, walking to wonderful restaurants every night.
10
Tim W.
3 Sept 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This was an amazing property located on Gay Street in the borough. The home was within easy walking distance of everything we wanted to do and see. The home was clean, the host was very communicative, and it was a great place to relax. We would definitely book a weekend here again!
This was an amazing property located on Gay Street in the borough. The home was within easy walking distance of everything we wanted to do and see. The home was clean, the host was very communicative, and it was a great place to relax. We would definitely book a weekend here again!
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Ryan S.
30 Oct 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
Everything about this stay was so beautiful/ brilliant and amazing. Gorgeous home with an amazing location and host communication. Loved!
Everything about this stay was so beautiful/ brilliant and amazing. Gorgeous home with an amazing location and host communication. Loved!
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Stefanie W.
5 Apr 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
We had a wonderful stay here. So many places to walk to, and just truly enjoyed our time. Wonderful host!
We had a wonderful stay here. So many places to walk to, and just truly enjoyed our time. Wonderful host!
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Shelly V.
19 Oct 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We absolutely loved our stay. The location was perfect and walking distance to downtown West Chester. The house was immaculately cleaned and decorated. Derek was very responsive with any questions I had. Check in and check out directions were very clear. His suggestions for restaurants were very helpful. We would definitely stay again.
We absolutely loved our stay. The location was perfect and walking distance to downtown West Chester. The house was immaculately cleaned and decorated. Derek was very responsive with any questions I had. Check in and check out directions were very clear. His suggestions for restaurants were very helpful. We would definitely stay again.
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Christopher M.
7 Oct 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
My wife and I were so fortunate to find Derek’s perfect rental home in downtown West Chester. We were coming back for my 40th HS reunion at Teca and we wanted to find a spot that would allow us to walk into town. The home was perfectly located, very clean, comfortable, and well-appointed. Derek provided detailed instructions and great local recommendations.
My wife and I were so fortunate to find Derek’s perfect rental home in downtown West Chester. We were coming back for my 40th HS reunion at Teca and we wanted to find a spot that would allow us to walk into town. The home was perfectly located, very clean, comfortable, and well-appointed. Derek provided detailed instructions and great local recommendations.
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Location
Very walkable downtown West Chester location, with restaurants and shops just blocks away; many guests parked once and explored on foot.
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Courtney T.
18 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Cute and cozy stay. Beautifully renovated. Located walking distance from food, coffee and shopping.
Cute and cozy stay. Beautifully renovated. Located walking distance from food, coffee and shopping.
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Cathery s.
6 Apr 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice place to stay while visiting family. Ideal location and garage was a huge plus. Owner was very responsive and helpful
Nice place to stay while visiting family. Ideal location and garage was a huge plus. Owner was very responsive and helpful
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Christine K.
29 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We stay in West Chester often and were so happy to have been able to find this lovely home available for one of our weekends visiting. Garage in back is perfect for the car. The inside of the house is beautiful and historic. The beds are so comfortable. Great location for walking into town. Host was communicative. We would love to stay again some time.
We stay in West Chester often and were so happy to have been able to find this lovely home available for one of our weekends visiting. Garage in back is perfect for the car. The inside of the house is beautiful and historic. The beds are so comfortable. Great location for walking into town. Host was communicative. We would love to stay again some time.
10
donna E.
31 Dec 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
This is our second stay at the Gay Street house. The location is great the house is great and bonus there is garage parking.
This is our second stay at the Gay Street house. The location is great the house is great and bonus there is garage parking.
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Deborah C.
2 Apr 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Great location for visiting our West Chester family. The home was clean and comfortable and had everything we needed throughout our stay. We parked our car in the garage and walked through the town every day. The host was very responsive and answered any questions we had before and during our visit. We look forward to returning.
Great location for visiting our West Chester family. The home was clean and comfortable and had everything we needed throughout our stay. We parked our car in the garage and walked through the town every day. The host was very responsive and answered any questions we had before and during our visit. We look forward to returning.
10
Deborah R.
13 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location and well appointed. Enjoyed the stay!
Great location and well appointed. Enjoyed the stay!
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Andrew M.
12 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This property is immaculate, renting for the second time. So many reviews make reference to the responsiveness of the owner, but we have never had such excellent responsiveness and consideration as from Derek. Recommend this property without any reservation. Best possible location, walking to wonderful restaurants every night.
This property is immaculate, renting for the second time. So many reviews make reference to the responsiveness of the owner, but we have never had such excellent responsiveness and consideration as from Derek. Recommend this property without any reservation. Best possible location, walking to wonderful restaurants every night.
10
Tim W.
3 Sept 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This was an amazing property located on Gay Street in the borough. The home was within easy walking distance of everything we wanted to do and see. The home was clean, the host was very communicative, and it was a great place to relax. We would definitely book a weekend here again!
This was an amazing property located on Gay Street in the borough. The home was within easy walking distance of everything we wanted to do and see. The home was clean, the host was very communicative, and it was a great place to relax. We would definitely book a weekend here again!
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Christine A.
12 Jan 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Property was perfect. Beautifully decorated. Walking distance to great restaurants and shops.
Property was perfect. Beautifully decorated. Walking distance to great restaurants and shops.
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Val D.
2 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The location of this property was perfect - we could walk to eating and shopping in West Chester. We also appreciated the secluded feel of the back yard. As long as you are comfortable climbing stairs (it is a historic home that includes somewhat steep steps to the bedrooms), I would definitely recommend this home!
The location of this property was perfect - we could walk to eating and shopping in West Chester. We also appreciated the secluded feel of the back yard. As long as you are comfortable climbing stairs (it is a historic home that includes somewhat steep steps to the bedrooms), I would definitely recommend this home!
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Martha C.
13 Jun 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Just the right place for a stay in downtown West Chester. And it was very nicely appointed, comfortable, and well cared for. Thanks!
Just the right place for a stay in downtown West Chester. And it was very nicely appointed, comfortable, and well cared for. Thanks!
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Gretchen F.
11 Jun 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
The property was very clean and its furnishings were perfect for relaxing. Great location and convenient to shops, restaurants and the farmers’ market.Stayed 2 nights.
The property was very clean and its furnishings were perfect for relaxing. Great location and convenient to shops, restaurants and the farmers’ market.Stayed 2 nights.
10
Marc B.
4 Jun 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent location. Appreciated the onsite garage parking. Would stay again!
Excellent location. Appreciated the onsite garage parking. Would stay again!
10
Angie H.
2 Jun 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a great time at this property! Very clean and so convenient to be able to walk to great restaurants and shops. Would highly recommend!
We had a great time at this property! Very clean and so convenient to be able to walk to great restaurants and shops. Would highly recommend!
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Melanie P.
27 May 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Great property in the perfect location! Highly recommend!
Great property in the perfect location! Highly recommend!
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FAQs about Historic Home on Gay Street.
Is parking available at the property?
Parking is available at the property with access to a detached garage for one vehicle.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
The standard check-in time is at 15:00 and check-out time is at 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
What is the location like in relation to local attractions?
The property is located in historic downtown West Chester, Pennsylvania, close to local attractions such as Baldwin's Book Barn, Brandywine Picnic Park, Exton Square Mall, and Chadds Ford Village & Barn Shops. It is also near Longwood Gardens and West Chester University.
Are children allowed to stay at the property?
Children are permitted at the property, specifically ages 3 to 17.
Does the property allow pets?
Pets are not allowed at the property, with the exception of service animals.
What accessibility features does the property offer?
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities, although specific details on other accessibility features are not provided.
What are the policies regarding extra beds or cribs?
The property does not provide extra beds or cribs, and guests are encouraged to confirm any special requests in advance.
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