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Waterfront retreat near Hershey Park. Sleeps 10.

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Rain or shine, days begin and end on the deck.
Fire pit with lots of seating.
Deck overlooking the creek with room for all your guests.
Enjoy eating outside even in the rain.
Shallow creek for splashing and crayfish catching.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10204.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Middletown, PA
  • Hershey's Chocolate World
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Hersheypark Stadium
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Hersheypark
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Harrisburg, PA (MDT-Harrisburg Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

King

1 King Bed

Loft

2 Single Beds and 2 Double Beds

Queen

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront retreat near Hershey Park. Sleeps 10.

Welcome to the Creekhouse. This tranquil retreat features a large covered deck overlooking the Conewago creek, an open floor plan with a well equipped modern kitchen, and sleeping for ten guests. Enjoy evenings around the fire pit, relax in the hammock or porch swing, play a game of corn hole, while enjoying the canopy of mature shade and the sounds of the creek. Pool, ping pong, air hockey and darts await in the lower level game room.

Come join the pickle ball fun. Court on driveway. All equipment provided.

We follow strict sanitation protocol at the Creekhouse. We have completed enhanced cleaning protocol training and the American Hotel & Lodging Association Safe Stay Initiative.

All towels and linens are sanitized and the linens are wrapped and placed on each bed for guests to make up the beds upon arrival.

If you are planning a working vacation, the Creekhouse has plenty of laptop friendly work spaces with fast internet to get things done and still be part of the fun.

All the fun of Hershey is just 14 miles away from the Creekhouse. There is lots to do in Hershey: Hersheypark, Chocolate World, Zoo America, Hershey Gardens, Hershey Story Museum, Milton S Hershey Mansion and the AACA Museum, just to list a few.

If hiking or biking is your thing, we are just one mile away from the Conewago Recreation Trail, 7 miles to the beginning of the Northwest Lancaster County River Trail and 16 miles from Chickies Rock County Park.

The more than a dozen vineyards and wineries in our area provide guests with unique experiences and a shared passion for wine. Check out the Hershey Harrisburg Wine Trail.

For the water sports enthusiasts of the family. Fun times are ready to be had on the Susquehanna River. Pontoon boat, canoe, kayak and stand up paddle board rentals all within 25 miles.

Visit Lancaster County Amish country and experience the rich history and warm hospitality The vibrant downtown, beautiful countryside, horse and buggy rides, crafts, and tours are all within 30 miles.

The famous Gettysburg battle ground and its wealth of activities is about an hour away. The battle ground tour can be taken by car, Segway, bicycle, horseback and even on foot.

Creekhouse provides perfect accommodations for attending local wedding venues, and is a 5 minute walk to Moonstone Manor.

Guests have the entire Creekhouse to themselves. Creekhouse guests share the almost 2 acre waterfront property with the property owners. Owners are out of sight but close by to help, if needed, while guests enjoy plenty of privacy on the property.

You can pack just a tad lighter. We will provide: kitchen towels, scrubber sponge, dish detergent, one roll of paper towels, trash bags, foil, saran, 10 oz of ground espresso, selection of teas, olive oil & vinegar, S&P, hand soap, body wash, shampoo & conditioner, 4 rolls of toilet paper, laundry detergent and fabric softener (travel size for a load or two.)

(We do most of our booking through the other popular online rental platform. You can find us there at The Creekhouse waterfront retreat near Hersheypark and read our 100+reviews.)

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Property manager

Tom & Cindy Harder

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: 25
Check out before 11:00 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
Quiet hours are observed from 9:00pm to 8:00am No loud music Observe posted private property signs of our neighbors
Five vehicle parking limit Creek access at your own risk
No fireworks No large fires in fire pit No glitter No confetti Contact host for info on fees for charging electric vehicles .

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

Middletown

Located in Middletown, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Hershey Theatre and The Hershey Story Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Hersheypark and Hershey's Chocolate World. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Giant Center or Hersheypark Stadium. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Middletown, PA

What's nearby

  • The Hershey Story Museum - 19 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Hershey's Chocolate World - 22 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Hersheypark Stadium - 22 min drive - 21.5 km
  • Giant Center - 23 min drive - 21.5 km
  • Hersheypark - 25 min drive - 22.1 km

Getting around

  • Elizabethtown Station - 8 min drive
  • Harrisburg, PA (MDT-Harrisburg Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪T J Rockwell's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Brownstone Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pine Creek Spirits Taproom - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Black Gryphon - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Whisk Cafe - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront retreat near Hershey Park. Sleeps 10. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront retreat near Hershey Park. Sleeps 10.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront retreat near Hershey Park. Sleeps 10.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront retreat near Hershey Park. Sleeps 10. located?

This family-friendly Middletown holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Conewago Recreation Trailhead and Saturday's Market. The Vineyard and Brewery at Hershey is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

Reviews

10

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

Tina T., Cleveland

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

Great place

We enjoyed the house. Loved the tables, all 9 of us where able to set tegether to eat meals. The house was so relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

jeremy m.

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

Great Place, Super Clean, Responsive Hosts

We had two families of 4 and there was plenty of space. House was exceptionally clean and had everything you need for a couple/few days or longer. Hosts were extremely responsive to attending to any requests, and very friendly. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meghan S.

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

Girls Weekend

This house was perfect for a moms get away. They have thought of everything you would need and a few personal touches really made the weekend. The house was cozy and the backyard was so serene and relaxing for us. We enjoyed it all!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miyun T.

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

Bday weekend

We really enjoyed our stay. Our teens spent their days at the park while we stayed in and went to winery and antique store. It was a perfect little spot to spend our daughter’s 17th birthday weekend. We were able to make breakfast and enjoyed coffee and tea rather than eating out. We will recommend to all our friends when they need a little get away. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharlyn S.

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

Family get away

The house was clean and had all the immenities we needed, in a quiet neighborhood but chose to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis P.

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

Cozy with great gathering places

This was a great place to gather and spend time with family. It has several areas go gather and make memories we liked having the owners close by. They were helpful when we needed them but kept away to allow privacy. We’d stay again for sure
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh C.

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

Beautiful property, beautiful clean home!

We can’t tell you how much we enjoyed our stay. The property is gorgeous, and the home is so clean, lovely, and comfortable. Hosts Cindy and Tom were so helpful and kind. Probably our best VRBO experience yet!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosita D.

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

Beautiful Property

We had a wonderful long weekend. The house was immaculate and tastefully appointed. Would definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

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

Nothing short of amazing

Beautiful property! Quiet area, close to attractions, great view, clean and comfortable, and the owner's were wonderful and gave us great advice about where to take kids for activites, and even brought us some fresh apples. I would recommend this site for anyone looking for a quiet getaway.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra H.

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

Perfect!

This house had everything you would expect and beyond! We had a group of 7 with both adults and children, and I think we had more fun and spent more time in the game room, at the creek, and playing pickleball than we did at Hershey Park! Plan to come back each year!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

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

Sweet Retreat

We loved this property! So cozy and it had all that our family loves. Close to Hershey, Harrisburg and Elizabeth town. We had a wonderful visit to PA and would defiantly return to this property. When the water was low our kids loved playing in the creek as well as having a fire in the evenings. Can’t say enough good things about the host and the property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew Z.

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

Wonderful Stay

The house is on a quiet road with good access to main roads. We traveled from Harrisburg to Lancaster to Gettysburg to Hershey; all within a short drive. The house itself is clean and comfortable with plenty to do if you just want a place to recharge. My children (with their dad) had fun catching crawfish in the creek and relaxing on the covered patio. The hosts are very close and responsive but invisible until needed. And very pleasant to talk too.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deborah R.

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

Great Vacation Home

The house and grounds were beautiful. You couldn’t have had better hosts. We were greeted at the house and was shown where everything was and how everything operated. They provided everything we needed and more. The house was very clean and the grounds very well manicured. We enjoyed being out in the country and watching the wildlife and privacy. We were not far from the destinations we wanted to go to. This is the first house I have ever rented for vacation. It was such a great experience, I would do it again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Elene R.

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

Perfect location, cozy retreat

Had a great time. House was very nice, clean and roomy. Our 3 teen girls loved the loft area. Owners were very nice. Outdoor area set up great and the deck area was wonderful to hang out on. Close to hershey, restaurants and other attractions. My only complaints are the odor when you come in the house, maybe mildew or just older house but definitely a clean home so not sure. Also needs a tv in one of the main bedrooms. Lastly the listing does not say the owners stay on the property across the driveway. They were not intrusive at all but it was a little uncomfortable having them so close. Would have liked to know that beforehand. Overall a beautiful home in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

betsystauffer@gmail.com S.

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

A fantastic stay

Beautiful location! House was incredibly clean. Game room made for extra family fun. Hosts were available to answer questions and help with anything if needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

jessica g.

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

Beautiful Property

We stayed at the creek house for our wedding weekend it was beautiful! Cindy was a fabulous host. She was flexible and friendly. It was the perfect place to relax the night before the wedding. We got ready at the venue so we didn't have much time there but it was so pretty. I would love to go back on a less hectic weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy H.

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

Wonderful family experience

My family and I were in town for a conference at the Milton Hershey School. This was a wonderful location, and provided my family of 7 a great place to rest and relax during the day when I was away. With the range of ages we have in our family it’s tough to find a place that ticks all the boxes… but this did just that. The owners were incredibly friendly and accommodating. It also served as a great launching pad for nightly adventures and was close to all the nearby attractions. If we are ever up this way again, we will definitely stay at this beautiful location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Olga L.

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

Great property for all type of gatherings.

We never turned on the TV. We just enjoyed the porch and reconnecting with friends. Close to hiking trails and market. Game room is great for any size group. Very clean and roomy. Owners are easy to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristine S.

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

The perfect place!

We had an amazing time at the Creek House! It was clean and the owners were delightful. The yard was fantastic. We spent most of our time outside on the deck, at the fire pit and creek walking. It was very relaxing!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren N.

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

Peaceful, Beautiful Getaway

We really enjoyed our stay. It was a perfect stay for our two families. The house was as pictured and the owners were super responsive and wanted to ensure we were enjoying our time. The backyard was quiet and peaceful. My children loved all the games and catching crawfish at the creek in the backyard. We were about 20 minutes from everything ... Hershey Park, Hershey Chocolate World, Hershey Gardens, Indian Echo Dell Caverns and more.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon R.

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

Incredible

A slice of heaven! Very clean, spacious and relaxing. Just as described and pictured! The owners put so much thought into many personal touches throughout the entire house. We were blown away and highly recommend this rental. Breakfast at The Whisk Cafe is a MUST! :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew N.

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

Wonderful Hosts Highlighted A Wonderful Trip

Our group of 8 had a great time staying here. Tom and Cindy were very prompt and helpful during the whole stay making sure any issues were addressed immediately. The outdoor area is definitely top notch between the firepit and the back patio area. The house was clean, well-maintained, and had a lot of nice features. The one thing we'd mention that wasn't super clear to us from the listing was the creek is probably about 20 vertical feet below the house with a pretty good drop, so just be aware of that if you have small kids. Overall, we had a fantastic trip and would certainly recommend staying here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

THOMAS D.

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

Perfect house

Great location- about 20 minutes to Hershey park, close to Indian Echo Caverns and the Turkey Hill Experience. The hosts thought of every possible amenity and were wonderful. The house was spotless, the furnishings comfortable and the landscaping pristine. The stream with crayfish and a games room with pool table, ping pong and air hockey kept the boys enthralled. We were all so glad we rented this lovely house.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Quiet and Relaxing!!

House was amazing, clean, quiet, and had a ton to do. Kids loved playing in the creek and doing S’mores by the huge fire pit. Added bonus, house is close to major attractions in the area. Easy commute after a long day of exploring the local area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brandon A.

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

Fantastic property; beautiful creek

We had a wonderful time at the creek house. The house was clean and spacious. It was even nicer in person than it was in the pictures. Cindy and Tom provided a lot of the essentials, which made packing much easier. The kids loved the game room in the basement and had a blast playing in the creek. A great property all around!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by Tom & Cindy Harder

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Hello! We are so excited you have found our property and are considering staying with us. We are Tom and Cindy, and we have enjoyed the Creekside cottage for 20 years with our children. Our kids are now grown and we have decided to share this beautiful property that holds so many wonderful memories for us. Please come and enjoy this tranquil location, recharge with loved ones, and leave with your own memories of our special property by the creek.

Why they chose this property

Our family had our eye on this creek side property for 30 years. In the fall of 2000 we were delighted to learn that it was coming on the market. After purchasing the house and 10 weeks of renovation, our family of five moved into our dream home. The dream wasn't the house, it was the peaceful setting with 100 yards of waterfront. We are excited to share our dream with you.

What makes this property unique

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