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Brickhouse Vacation Home
Living area
Dining
Room
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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Refton, PA
  • Sight and Sound Theatre
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • American Music Theatre Lancaster
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Dutch Wonderland
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Lancaster, PA (LNS)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Office 1

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Historic Brickhouse Guest Home

Welcome to the Historic Brickhouse Vacation Home located in beautiful Lancaster County.

This home has 5 bedrooms, 7 beds, 2 full bathrooms, and sleeps up to 10 guests. It is fully furnished throughout with everything you'll need for a relaxing stay or family vacation.

Come and relax in the cool breeze or kick back with a book. Enjoy the beautiful views, peace, and tranquility.

Distance from Attractions:
Sight & Sound - 6.6 mi
Dutch Wonderland - 7.9 mi
Lancaster Country Club & 2024 LPGA Tour - 10.9 mi
Spooky Nook Sports - 20.2 mi
Green Dragon Market - 23.6 mi

Checkout our extended stay discounts!

The space
The Historic Brickhouse Vacation Home and the Brickhouse Coffee & Kitchen are housed in a building that dates back to 1848, built by early settlers, and is one of the original homes in Refton. During the 1860s, the Pennsylvania Railroad Company laid tracks through the villages and farms, with the railroad line passing just across the road. For the next century, the building served as a residence on one side and a general store and post office on the other, becoming a frequent stop for travelers, railroad workers, and locals alike.

In 2018, the Fisher family purchased the home, and they proceeded to update the residence and renovate the store, opening the Brickhouse Coffee & Kitchen later that same year. The cafe has been a hit with locals ever since, boasting a fantastic menu for breakfast and lunch, as well as a cold case with baked goods and drinks. Each guest of the vacation home receives a complimentary voucher for any beverage.

As an Amish-owned home, there is no TV available, allowing families to disconnect from distractions and spend quality time together. However, WiFi is available for guests to use, as the family understands the need for connectivity.

Guest parking is shared with café patrons, with one designated spot reserved for vacation home guests, and extra parking available in the overflow lot. The vacation home itself features five large bedrooms, a sizable dining area, and a living room, offering ample space for relaxation. Guests can also enjoy provided board games, outdoor games, and a firepit. Moreover, there is a sunroom available for al fresco dining, and guests are welcome to use the outdoor eating area located behind the cafe.
Guest access
Guests have access to the entire home with the exception a couple of designated storage rooms.

Other things to note
There is no television at our location as we want to provide an environment free of distractions and give you an opportunity to rejuvenate and connect with family and friends. Wi-Fi ,however, is available.

An extra day bed is the laundry room. Please be aware this room does not have doors in case privacy is an issue.

There is also a twin rollaway cot available.

Property manager

Joshua
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking in the home. A $200 cleaning fee will be assessed for violation of this policy.
No drugs or illegal substances on any kind, including marijuana.
Wine and beer consumption is allowed on the property in moderation. No hard alcohol (liquors, whiskey, bourbons, etc.) No drunkenness.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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

About the area

Willow Street

Located in Willow Street, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Sight and Sound Theatre and American Music Theatre Lancaster are cultural highlights and Dutch Wonderland is a popular area attraction. Travelling with kids? Consider Village Green Mini Golf, or check out an event or a game at Penn Medicine Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Refton, PA

What's nearby

  • Tanger Outlets Lancaster - 13 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Sight and Sound Theatre - 14 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Amish Farm and House - 14 min drive - 12.9 km
  • American Music Theatre Lancaster - 14 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Dutch Wonderland - 15 min drive - 13.4 km

Getting around

  • Lancaster Station - 20 min drive
  • Lancaster, PA (LNS) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪DBR’s Bourbon-Barreled Beer Basement and Hops-travaganza - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Caruso's Italian Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Brickhouse Guest Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Brickhouse Guest Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Brickhouse Guest Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Brickhouse Guest Home located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Hans Herr House Museum, Village Green Mini Golf, and Trout Run. Steinman Run and Baumgardener's Covered Bridge are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tom P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Grate Place

Enjoyed the home, listing is very accurate. Nice people in coffee shop and super clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Monica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Historic brickhouse

We had a wonderful time. The kitchen needs updated pots and pans but we managed. Clean and welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Deb G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great place to stay, but not handicapped accessible

Our group consisted of 6 senior ladies. We loved everything, but the home is not handicapped accessible. All bedrooms are located on the second floor, requiring guests to climb 17 steps. The cafe next door was wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved It!

Very spacious beautiful farm house! Fit our needs to a T
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurene T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Strasburg trip

Lovely historic home. Family getaway weekend. Convenient location to attractions. The coffee.shop/cafe next door was wondeful. Good coffee, nice slection. The pumpkin pancakes were amazing! Host was friendly and very accomodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely old home

The customer service of the Coffee Shop next door was excellent. The owner was also the owner of the home.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Get-a-way

Second stay at the Historic Brick-house, we really love it. The house is clean, cozy and convenient to shows, shopping and great restaurants. We enjoyed going next door and getting breakfast and great pastries. Hopefully we will be back next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brick house of th 1800’s

We had a great weekend, love the house it was very nice an cozy. Love it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it!

Easy to find and loved the convenience of the coffee shop!! Great location and very clean. Spent most of our stay at the house and we had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Get Away

Very comfortable, clean and nicely decorated home. home. We enjoyed our stay. Sheets were super soft. Loved the coffee shop next door for a very delicious and enjoyable breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent!

Everything about this property was done with excellence! Communication with the property manager was quick and easy. The property is clean, quaint, cozy and well supplied. The cafe next door was great and has fantastic service. It is close to the Sight and Sound theater and shopping! I would definitely stay there again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming vacation home

We had a lovely stay at this charming, old home. Lots of history in this place, great coffee and breakfast right next door, free vouchers for drinks, and a beautiful backyard with a play area for the kids. We would love to come back again sometime!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kiser G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Property

My large family and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this lovely large farm style home. It was exceptionally clean and very spacious. We loved the coffee shop within steps as an added perk. Very nice people and town. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice property

Very clean. Lots of bedrooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicki G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lancaster 2023

We wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Delightful place to be

We had a wonderful, very short trip to your home. The highlight perhaps was having the coffee shop right next door. It was a great way to begin our morning. The specialty coffees, Breakfast sandwiches and smoothies started our day well. Don't forget to try the energy balls In the bakery. They were the best we have ever had. Thank u for creating a nice home me for us to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teri B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lancaster get away

The property was in a great quiet location for our visit. The house was spotless, clean, and comfortable. The only negative was the stairs and the noise in the morning from the coffee shop opening up in just one of the bedrooms. No sleeping in if you’re a light sleeper, but no problem Sunday morning. We did enjoy breakfast from the coffee shop though! We would gladly stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth & Krystal M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

In town for a wedding

We were in town for a wedding and rented this property for several of our families to stay at. It was very clean and for a home that was built before the Civil War, it was in very good shape. We had one issue with the property but the owner and maintenance man were both very responsive and friendly. They had the issue fixed within an hour. It was nice to actually meet them and to get to talk a bit. The mattress in the front bedroom at the top of the stairs was a bit of an issue but a mattress topper from Walmart took care of that. Overall we were very happy with this property. I would stay there again. The coffee shop next door is a nice feature, as were the coupons for free drinks that the owner provided.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Michelle P., Reynoldsville

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Nice place.

I did not receive acode to get into the house so luckily we arrived efore the bakery clised so they could ket us in. The kitchen did not have much in way of pans. Said there was a keurig and ice and ice maker but they ice maker was not hooked up and there was no kuerig. Tge house was big enough but there is no door on room with daybed and al but one bedroom has to go through to get to the bathroom. When i tried to get ahold of the property manager he just said sorry having trouble getting texts from Vrbo
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

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