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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Fireplace
Game room
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Ephrata, PA
  • The Green Dragon Farmer's Market
    11 min drive
  • Pepperidge Farm Inc.
    14 min drive
  • Dutch Wonderland
    24 min drive
  • Lancaster, PA (LNS)
    19 min drive

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Spacious Home in ♥ of Lancaster Amish Country
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
4.0 out of 5, Very good, (10)
The price is CA $280
per night
CA $537 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Spacious Home in ♥ of Lancaster Amish Country

About the area

Ephrata

In Ephrata .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this Ephrata vacation home, you'll find Eicher Arts Center and Ephrata Performing Arts Center. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Car and Pedal Car Museum and WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital.
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What's nearby

  • The Green Dragon Farmer's Market - 11 min drive
  • Tanger Outlets Lancaster - 24 min drive
  • Dutch Wonderland - 24 min drive
  • Amish Farm and House - 24 min drive
  • American Music Theatre Lancaster - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • Lancaster Station - 20 min drive
  • Lancaster, PA (LNS) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shady Maple Smorgasbord - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Auntie Anne's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Twin Valley Coffee - Shady Maple Market - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Home away from home - edge of small town Martindale

The lovely setting is waiting to welcome your group to a large kitchen/dining area with a table that seats 8, a breakfast nook and a coffee bar. The main floor also consists of 2 sitting rooms, three bedrooms with queen beds and a full bathroom with a tub/shower. The lower level has a recreational area, sectional sofa, a full size sofa bed and a full bathroom. Enjoy the patio that includes a fire ring and available gas grill for summer cookouts or the enclosed gazebo with a fireplace for all weather socializing.
Town's Edge Dairy which sells raw dairy products and more is within walking distance.
We are conveniently located near places of worship, the turnpike entrance, Route 322 and Route 222.
Some points of interest:
Sight & sound Theatre - 30 minutes
Shady Maple Smorgasbord - 8 minutes
Hershey - 55 minutes

NOTE: This property is not handicap accessible.

Property manager

Melvin & Jane Zimmerman

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Pool or billiards table
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 2335001

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Home away from home - edge of small town Martindale Ephrata

Home away from home - edge of small town Martindale Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 85 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 85 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 85 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 85 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 85 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joanne C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Immaculately clean & cozy
Ive always wanted to explore all the antique shops the area has to offer. My husband and I booked this weekend getaway for my birthday and invited my brother & sister in law, and my best friend & her husband to come along. This home is immaculately clean. You wont find one cobweb or spec of dust hiding in the corner of any room. We were so impressed by this stunning home. The woodwork throughout the home is beautiful and really captured the farmhouse feel. The kitchen and bathrooms were stocked with all the essentials. We enjoyed the pool table and fireplace on the lower level the 1st night and the gazebo fireplace the 2nd night. This home also has a spectacular view of the sunset and an open view of the stars at night. We all had a wonderful stay & look forward to our next visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation
We came to the area to go to the Sight & Sound Theatre and this home was perfect! It had everything we could need and was not far from the theatre and plenty of shopping 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert W., Jeannette usa

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!
Stayed here last year and will return next year if available.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryelle T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay
We loved that it was in a country setting and the city was close as well . Sitting on the front porch and watching the buggies go by was very nice . The house was wonderful and the owners were very nice! We would definitely stay here again the next time we make a trip out that way .
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy D., tyler hill pa

Liked: Cleanliness
lancaster
We had a great time! Very clean and the older boys loved the pool table! I wish there was chairs on the front porch to enjoy the buggies going by
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short family getaway
The owners were very responsive to messages and very easy to contact. The space was perfect for our family
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

david L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Place
This house was absolutely amazing. Very clean and peaceful. We had to reach out to the hosts for a personal matter and they answered in minutes. Highly recommend if you want a clean, friendly and peaceful stay. If you wanted to do something other than look at the beautiful country side, there was a basket full of brochures for things to do in the area. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine R., Wade, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet neighborhood
We appreciated having a laundry along with soap and wastecan bags provided. The provided coffee was great. I think the best part was seeing the horse and wagons!!! The kitchen was well stocked with pots and pans. We would rent this again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Cozy and Family-Oriented, Would Stay Again!
We had a very pleasant stay at this home! The 3 beds, 2 baths fit our group of five adults very comfortably and was thoughtfully set up with plenty of little comforts (Kleenex, spare towels, K-cups, kitchen spices, etc). The kitchen was adequately supplied with various tools that allowed us to make a few meals together as a family, and the pool table provided an evening of fun too. The driveway had plenty of room for our two large vehicles, and the stairs to enter the property had solar lights to help with nighttime entry. While we didn't have any children, there was a nice crib, pack & play, and a small selection of children's toys that would be very handy for families with small children. I think the wifi hadn't been enabled, since none of us could access it but there were clear instructions on the network and password for us to use. (We didn't reach out to the hosts since the lack of access meant we spent more time together as a family.) The location was fantastic--we were within 10-30 minutes of all the events and attractions we attended for the weekend (Sight & Sound, Biblical Tabernacle Experience, downtown Lancaster, mini golf, hiking trails, Sturgis Pretzel Bakery). Having the small-town general store and dairy store within walking distance also meant we could easily swing by for treats and groceries. If we ever return to Lancaster, we would love to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
We loved this house! Clean, spacious, well-maintained property. Quiet area with great views. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden gem
This was a beautiful property! Hosts are very generous in providing you with a firepit with plenty of wood, grill, pool table and bonus outside space with a fireplace! Not to mention their home in general is a very spacious, inviting and cozy space with all the amenities you need, especially when traveling with a baby. I will definitely recommend this place and hope to stay here again! Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Homey Stay
Love love this property. Everything was great, completely set up for us as a family. Supplied with all your needs. Everything was labeled so we didn’t have to worry or search about for anything. Centrally located to everything including beautiful scenery.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jotham M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
This place was clean and comfortable and fit our group of 5 perfectly.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
Thanks for a great place for a short getaway. House was clean and welcoming and the pool table provides hours of fun.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

slsherry l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short Vacation
The clean and in a great location. We enjoyed our stay. We were able to see lots of countryside but also minutes to restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda J R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Buggies and Buds Trip 2023
This home was immaculate. There is absolutely nothing you could want or need that isn’t supplied by the hosts. It is centrally located and very easy to get to other locations in a very short period to time. Will certainly look to utilize this home again when back in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

James K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
We did some sightseeing in the area and was a great place to come back to. Relaxing and quiet area, it was like a place back in time. Traffic was horse and buggy and a nice country store just down the road.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert W., Jeannette usa

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place and convenient to Maple Grove Raceway.
The house was super clean and very well equipped. We hope to book the location for next years trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amish country
We had a wonderful time in a beautiful setting. The house was close to everything that we had decided to visit. The house was comfortable with everything at your fingertips. There are 2 bathrooms which is great when traveling with more family. Also plenty of bedrooms to chose from. We enjoyed ourselves so much. A big thank you to our hosts.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

ELSIE Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
all is well
good
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Davidlea W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time
Very nice neighborhood had a great time
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Getaway
We had a beautiful stay! The Zimmerman's are very pleasant and take much care of their guests to ensure the time there is comfortable. The town is small so you can walk to the local dairy farm for fresh milk or to the general store for other needs. The best part is the larger cities nearby so you had the best of both worlds. We will definitely be returning. It's been our most favorite place to stay as a family so far. Thank you Melvin & Jane!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

vern d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice
Very nice stay and the short walk to the dairy was very convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melba H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place to stay
Enjoyed the house and enjoyed talking with the owners. The neighborhood was very nice. The house was in a nice location. Enjoyed it.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela T.

Liked: Cleanliness
PA Get-Away
This property was well maintained and very clean upon our arrival. There was a house next door to this property which we assumed was the home of the property owners, so if that was true, they would be able to immediately respond to any concerns / requests we would have made. Everything that we needed (linens, dishes / dish washing liquid, soap, paper towels, cooking pans/utensils etc) was provided. The listing says the house sleeps 8. There are 3 bedrooms, each with one bed and one bedroom also has a crib. The beds are not large (king size) so it would be more accurate for the listing to say it sleeps 5-6 comfortably. There is a nice rec room downstairs with a pool table and a 2nd full bathroom. The owners also have toys at the property which our 4 year old enjoyed playing with. This house sits on a busy street so you will hear traffic (cars and buggies) off and on but overall we enjoyed our stay here and would select it again if we are ever out in PA Amish country again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023