The Nicholas Seitz House - A Restored Stone Home

Entire home in Glen Rock, Pennsylvania

  1. 6 guests
  2. 4 bedrooms
  3. 4 beds
  4. 2 baths
Hosted by Ellen
  1. Superhost
  2. 3 years hosting

Listing highlights

Top 5% of homes

This home is highly ranked based on ratings, reviews, and reliability.

Steps from the Heritage Rail Trail

Heritage Rail Trail County Park is steps from the front door, with miles of paved path for walking or biking

Historic home, lovingly restored

An 1848 stone home meticulously restored with antiques, original floors, and handcrafted furniture

Spotless, per many guests

Guests highlight how spotless the home is, with many calling it the cleanest Airbnb they've stayed in
This 1848 stone home offers a unique & historic lodging experience. The Nicholas Seitz House is furnished with antiques & includes modern amenities that offer a convenient & comfortable stay. For history, railroad, & restoration buffs, & for hikers & bikers at all levels, the Nicholas Seitz House is your perfect home away from home.

The space
In 1848, Nicholas Seitz, a local merchant, built a grist mill, a stone house, & a general store along the North Central Railroad line. Today, the entire village is being lovingly restored by your Hosts, Ellen Darby & Dave Keller. This residence consists of 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a TV/living room, a dining room, a dressing room/office, & a fully outfitted kitchen with new state-of-the-art appliances. The home also showcases several exceptional pieces of furniture handcrafted by Dave, including the 10' pine dining table.

Bring your bicycle & your hiking gear. The NCR's Rail Trail & historic excursion trains run right through Seitzland. You can store your bikes in the summer house, just off the relaxing back porch.

Other things to note
All bedrooms & bathrooms are located on the upper levels.

Where you’ll sleep

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What this place offers

Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Free parking on premises
TV

Accessibility features

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5 nights in Glen Rock

Dec 18, 2024 - Dec 23, 2024

Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 38 reviews.

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This home is in the top 5% of eligible listings based on ratings, reviews, and reliability

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Where you’ll be

Glen Rock, Pennsylvania, United States
Exact location will be provided after booking.

Neighborhood highlights

Seitzland Village is located in Pennsylvania's Southern York County along the Northern Central Railroad Trail; less than an hour's drive from Baltimore, York, Harrisburg, Lancaster, Hanover, & Gettysburg. The Village of Seitzland evolved in the mid-1800's, & is currently being restored by your Hosts.

Meet your host

Superhost
38 reviews
5.0 out of 5 average rating
3 years of hosting
This house is part of the Seitzland Village Project, which was created by your Hosts to save a group of heritage buildings in the immediate vicinity of the York County Heritage Rail Trail. Dave has spent over 45 years preserving the area's architectural history, one building at a time. Reach out if you have any questions or need anything. We live 3 miles away & are available by phone, text or Airbnb messenger. We hope you enjoy your stay.

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Co-hosts

  • Dave

Host details

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