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18th C. HOME ON COOKS CREEK / CONSERVED 100 ACRE FARM (NYC 1.5 hrs; Phila. 1 hr)

18th C. HOME ON COOKS CREEK / CONSERVED 100 ACRE FARM (NYC 1.5 hrs; Phila. 1 hr)

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Penbuck Farm private driveway
18th century stone house, flagstone terrace - north view
Property grounds
South view of house, garden
House, two car garage and parking area

Overview of 18th C. HOME ON COOKS CREEK / CONSERVED 100 ACRE FARM (NYC 1.5 hrs; Phila. 1 hr)

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 4204 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

Map
Riegelsville, PA
  • Popular LocationLake Nockamixon13 min drive
  • Popular LocationWind Creek Bethlehem18 min drive
  • Popular LocationLehigh University20 min drive
  • AirportDoylestown, PA (DYL)31 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Master Suite

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Master Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

18th C. HOME ON COOKS CREEK / CONSERVED 100 ACRE FARM (NYC 1.5 hrs; Phila. 1 hr)

Enjoy your own private retreat at this beautifully renovated 18th century stone home nestled on 100 acres of lush Bucks County countryside.
Come for a weekend (three night minimum), a week (10% discount), a month (40% discount), or longer. Rates include all utilities and maintenance. Maximum guests: four overnight; twelve on the property.

The surrounding landscape features lawns, gardens, two terraces (one with tables and chairs to accommodate 10 for dining, the other with seating around a firepit), and a small pond/garden with seating around another firepit. The 18th century stone bank barn, smokehouse, springhouse, garage, and other outbuildings add history and charm to the setting. Enjoy the peaceful view from the flagstone terrace adjoining the house, across the lawn overlooking Cooks Creek, a designated Class A exceptional value stream with native and brown trout. Relax by the firepit on the garden terrace, taking in the long view across gardens and pastures.

Highlights of the delightfully updated home include its original random-width pine floors, deep-silled windows, and working stone fireplace in the living room. Two other fireplaces in the house add decorative charm (but are non-working). Tasteful antique and contemporary furnishings throughout the house create a welcoming and comfortable ambience. Living room and dining room open to the terrace that spans one side of the house overlooking the creek. The bar/library adjoining the living room provides a small refrigerator, sink, and glassware for easy entertaining, as well as shelves of books for your ‘spirited’ enjoyment.

The large, eat-in kitchen offers all the necessities for gourmet cooking, a center island, plenty of workspace, and cabinets of china and glassware for every occasion. A cozy TV/sitting room adjoins the kitchen, providing satellite service with a 42" HD screen, high speed Internet/Wifi, Blu-ray player, Sony receiver with AM/FM radio, and double speakers (with the second pair in the living room). A powder room completes the first floor.

Upstairs, the master suite is a light and airy private space including bedroom with queen bed, decorative fireplace, and sitting area overlooking lawns, garden, pastures and Cooks Creek. Adjoining the bedroom are walk-through closets, bathroom, and a private stairway to the first floor. The master bath has a separate toilet area, glass-walled tile shower, tub, and dual vanity sinks.

A second charming bedroom offers a double bed, closet, and views of lawns, garden, pastures and the creek. A third small room is a charming study with a desk and sofa. A full bath with tub/shower is easily accessible to the bedrooms. The main hallway and stairs complete the second floor.
The basement provides laundry facilities and a third full bath.

The property is easily accessible...a 90 minute drive from New York City and 60 minutes from Philadelphia. The property is located on Route 212, two miles west of the Delaware River at Riegelsville, PA, where the beautiful ‘River Road’ (Route 32) branches off Route 611 and follows the river south through quaint Bucks County villages on the way to New Hope (a 45 minute drive).

The locale offers the best of several worlds...the natural beauty and peace of an undeveloped, largely conserved rural setting; the quaint Bucks County villages and venues for which the area is so renowned; and the cultural offerings of nearby towns like Bethlehem, Doylestown, and New Hope that are brimming with alluring activities. The Delaware River offers a multitude of opportunities for boating, fishing, and walking or cycling along the scenic canal tow-path. Lovely country inns and restaurants abound for elegant or casual dining. Enjoy scouting the area to visit the numerous art galleries, antiques, crafts and other unique shops. Local farm stands, bakeries, and butcher shops provide the ideal resources for creating your own farm-to-table feasts.

Property manager

Alyce Stick

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Water view

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
Under age 12 needs special exception.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking in the house

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Riegelsville

Located in Riegelsville, this holiday home is in a rural area. Linden Hill Gardens and Carmelcorn Shop are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Promenade Shops at Saucon Valley and Quakertown Farmers Market. Crayola Experience and Bucks County Winery in the Woods are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Riegelsville, PA

What's nearby

  • Lost River Caverns - 12 min drive
  • Lake Nockamixon - 13 min drive
  • Wind Creek Bethlehem - 18 min drive
  • Crayola Experience - 19 min drive
  • Lehigh University - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Allentown, PA (ABE-Lehigh Valley Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks - 10 min drive
  • PA House - 12 min drive
  • Steel Club - 14 min drive
  • McDonald's - 11 min drive
  • Waffle House - 14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 18th C. HOME ON COOKS CREEK / CONSERVED 100 ACRE FARM (NYC 1.5 hrs; Phila. 1 hr) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 18th C. HOME ON COOKS CREEK / CONSERVED 100 ACRE FARM (NYC 1.5 hrs; Phila. 1 hr)?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 18th C. HOME ON COOKS CREEK / CONSERVED 100 ACRE FARM (NYC 1.5 hrs; Phila. 1 hr)?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 18th C. HOME ON COOKS CREEK / CONSERVED 100 ACRE FARM (NYC 1.5 hrs; Phila. 1 hr) located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Delaware Canal State Park and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Delaware River. Knecht's Mill Covered Bridge and Villa Milagro Winery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

marvin w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Retreat
Everything about our stay at Penbuck Farm exceeded our expectations! We look forward to many return visits!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow, beautiful place!
We had no idea how special this place was going to be! Absolutely beautiful property and home, and it wound up being a highlight of our visit, not just a place to stay. We were all sad to have to leave - thank you!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary P., WELLESLEY ISLAND

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Country Setting
We enjoyed our stay at your lovely property. We had the opportunity to make use of the outside fire pit and explore the spectacular property. It was so nice to come back to the farm and just relax after all the wedding activities. A true gem!! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alyce is the best!
We had an amazing time at the farm. It was exactly the getaway we needed. Lovely, meticulously maintained, and welcoming. The bird watching was fantastic. Alyce was a perfect host. We look forward to returning soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and scenic, an extraordinary place to retreat in peace. All comforts for a visit!
Most excellent, couldn’t ask for a lovelier place! 10 stars
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Alyce Stick

Host profile image
My parents purchased Penbuck Farm before I was born, blessing me with the unparalleled life-long experience, education, and enjoyment of rural Bucks County. The farm was the long-time home of my family’s nationally award-winning herd of pedigreed Ayrshire dairy cattle. The extraordinary natural beauty of the farm and its valley have influenced my life's pursuits, from childhood love of the outdoors to adult avocations of gardening and nature photography.

Why they chose this property

Inheriting this piece of heaven on earth is an extraordinary privilege that I treasure and am pleased to share with those who also appreciate the joys of country life in a very special place.

What makes this property unique

Favorite moments....waking to see the mists rising over Cooks Creek and the meadows beyond...shopping for local culinary treats and cooking up wonderful country meals...walking the farm's totally private paths, fields, and gardens...retreating to the study to write or catch up on email...having lunch on the front terrace overlooking the creek...perusing books in the library and curling up to read in the 'hearth' room...napping in the hammock...watching birds at the feeders...sipping evening drinks with friends around the firepit on the garden terrace, as the deer wander by...sitting down with family to a tantalizing, candlelit dinner...settling into the TV room for a favorite program or a good movie...watching billions of stars in the black night sky...nestling into a cozy bed and dozing off to the faint hoot of a waking owl.
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