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Country Home & Studio/Pool House nestled in a 1,000 acre Nature Reserve

Country Home & Studio/Pool House nestled in a 1,000 acre Nature Reserve

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Property grounds
Spring: Front lawn view of the Pennypack 
Creek
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Exterior

Overview of Country Home & Studio/Pool House nestled in a 1,000 acre Nature Reserve

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8325 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

Huntingdon Valley, PA
  • Popular LocationWillow Grove Park Mall7 min drive
  • Popular LocationCairnwood Estate8 min drive
  • Popular LocationParx Casino and Racetrack19 min drive
  • AirportPhiladelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)53 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Back Bedroom Upstairs

1 Queen Bed

Front Bedroom Upstairs

1 Queen Bed

Mid Bedroom Upstairs

1 Queen Bed

Primary Suite

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Pool/Studio Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Primary Suite Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

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

About this property

Country Home & Studio/Pool House nestled in a 1,000 acre Nature Reserve

“The Creek” is 4 bedroom, three bathroom home nestled on a 6 acre property at the end of a dirt road in the middle of an ancient forest. The home is located in the middle of the well-cared for nature reserve, the Pennypack. At the bottom of the property is a babbling creek with a private beach on the other side of a private island that is great for crystal and rock gathering. Regardless of the time of year you will spend a lot of time outside on one of the 800-mile urban networks of trails connected from the base of the driveway. Our neighbors are four friendly goats and two chickens who appreciate any leftovers. It is cozy in the winter with three large fireplaces and wall to wall sofas perfectly situated in front of a binge-worthy large screen TV and breezy in the summer with multiple outdoor seating areas.

The main house is an up-scale 1960s country home that checks all of the boxes and the pool is adjacent to a studio with its own full bathroom and seating area. Per the photos, the children who reside here have no choice but to share their toys, bikes, pool floats and frog catching equipment with younger renters. We have a basketball hoop that has served plenty of half court games and, more recently, a pseudo pickle ball court on the lower driveway that even the most high maintenance of pickle ball-er approves. The lower field is perfectly flat for soccer and volleyball games (though, the farm animals will watch…and judge).

Property manager

Lauren Arnold

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Minimum age to rent: 30
Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: less than 20 lb per pet (limit one pet total)
There will be an add'l pet cleaning fee

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Huntingdon Valley

Located in Huntingdon Valley, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Clifton House and Museum of Nursing History are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Willow Grove Park Mall and Neshaminy Mall. Travelling with kids? Consider Sesame Place and Speed Raceway. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Willow Grove Park Mall - 7 min drive
  • Cairnwood Estate - 8 min drive
  • Keswick Theatre - 10 min drive
  • Arcadia University - 13 min drive
  • Parx Casino and Racetrack - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Willow Grove Station - 7 min drive
  • Philadelphia, PA (PNE-Northeast Philadelphia) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks - 8 min drive
  • Marketplace Cafe - 8 min drive
  • Tin Pan Alley Tavern - 7 min drive
  • Starbucks - 8 min drive
  • Wendy's - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Country Home & Studio/Pool House nestled in a 1,000 acre Nature Reserve have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Country Home & Studio/Pool House nestled in a 1,000 acre Nature Reserve pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lb per pet.

Where is Country Home & Studio/Pool House nestled in a 1,000 acre Nature Reserve located?

This family-friendly Huntingdon Valley holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Cairnwood Estate and Willow Grove Park Mall. Speed Raceway and Keswick Theatre are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paige C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful retreat
This place is located on a beautiful property. Tall trees surround the open fields. Several deer and turkeys visited us. The Pennypack trail system cuts right through the bottom of the property with access to miles of trails. The house feels like you are in the middle of the forest, yet has easy access to restaurants and shops. It was very peaceful to be there.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S., New York, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Camp Creek
Camp Creek has got it all! Great neighborhood that offers a mix of country, forest, and urban amenities all in one. Stay for the weekend or stay for the week. Great communication with owners. Thanks for everything.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue S., NJ, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical Friends Stay
We were a group of 6 friends getting together to celebrate a milestone birthday, traveling from NY, NJ and MA. Our hosts were the most wonderful, warm and welcoming family. We honestly can't say enough about their kindness and focus on our comfort, as they shared their very special family gathering place with us. The house itself is stunning, gorgeously decorated, and no comfort has been spared. The kitchen is well-stocked, with all of the supplies needed to prepare group meals. There are multiple places to gather - from a formal dining room to a beautiful, large outdoor table next to the grill. As the weather was hot and beautiful during the day, we spent most of our time at the delightful pool and pool house/studio. The owner has created a bright and lofty painting studio, and in the evening, we enjoyed sitting on the comfortable couches, talking and listening to music, surrounded by the owner's (and grandkids') artwork. We shared snacks, did yoga, and dipped in and out of the warm salt-water pool. We also visited the babbling creek, and fed the adorable goats, and truly felt as if we were a million miles away from our day-to-day. If you have a family or friends' gathering in mind, and are hoping for gracious hosts, a stunning and comfortable home, and a truly relaxed and creative vibe, this is it. We all hope to return soon! Thank you so much for a wonderful (last minute) stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay, great hosts!
My wife, infant daughter and another couple stayed for a long weekend. It’s a gorgeous property with an amazing pool in a beautiful and quiet location. Lauren was an amazing host, very responsive and accommodating. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Allan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Property!
We very much enjoy staying in this beautiful home, that has every convenience. It is perfectly situated with a remote feeling on many acres.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Lauren Arnold

Host profile image
growing family that lives b/t the Creek, NYC & Dubai

Why they chose this property

This property is magical and folks spend their time enchanted by its surroundings.

What makes this property unique

All the grocery store and big box chain stores are within ten mins of the home and we are happy to provide you with our favorite local restaurants and coffee shops. We have a list of lovely professionals from the area that include private chefs (should you need drinks mixed upon your arrival), masseuses, yoga instructors, nature walk/birding experts and babysitters (!). The property is 8 mins from the PA Turnpike, an hour and 20 mins drive to New York City’s westside, 35 mins to Philadelphia and 25 mins away from New Hope & Lambertville.
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