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Historic Building, Quiet Location in Beautiful Lancaster County, Stella Side

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The Sisters House, Stella side is on the left
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Downstiars bedroom
downstairs bath

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Hot tub
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Terre HIll, PA
  • Maple Grove Raceway
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Dutch Wonderland
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • American Music Theatre Lancaster
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Lancaster, PA (LNS)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Downstairs Queen

1 Queen Bed

King

1 King Bed

Upstairs Queen

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

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

Upstairs Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Historic Building, Quiet Location in Beautiful Lancaster County, Stella Side

The 200-year old building was originally a barn. It served the home that is now The Artist's Inn and Gallery (a romantic bed and breakfast in Terre HIll). Through the years it has stored a small airplane, locally made cigars, and was the town's favorite spot for kids to play up until the late 1980s. Then it was converted into two units.
We have named it the Sisters House and this side is named after my Aunt Stella. There are two spacious bedrooms (king and a queen) upstairs, with a hall bathroom. The king bedroom also has a TV. The bath has a shower and tub.
Downstairs is knee and hip friendly - there are no steps! The fully stocked kitchen can seat six. There's a spacious living room, bathroom with shower, and queen size bedroom. You are also welcome to use the washer and dryer. The living room has a TV with ROKU and Netflix. The sofabed folds out to accommodate two people with plenty of sheets, pillows and blankets.
The best room in the house is the sunroom - you'll be able to see amazing sunrises and the views of the Weaverland Valley farms, some of the richest farmland in Lancaster County.
Downstairs is a covered porch with plenty of furniture, a grill and hammock. Feel free to also enjoy the fire pit that you'll share with the inn guests.
The Sisters House is on a dead-end street, ensuring quiet and safety. You'll be able to hear the Amish and Mennonite buggies as they pass by to go to the midwife's business just around the corner. It's just a short walk to Terre Hill park where there are tennis courts, a sand volleyball court, softball diamond and great playground. In the summer months, you can grab lunch at the pavilion - the proceeds help with park maintenance.
No need to bring anything - we provide all linens, towels, hair dryers, and stock the kitchen with plenty of food for at least two breakfasts.

Property manager

Jan Garrabrandt
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Breakfast included
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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
No house parties

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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Terre Hill

Located in Terre Hill, this holiday home is in a rural area. Eicher Arts Center and Kitchen Kettle Village are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Lapp Valley Farm and Leacock Shoe Store. Berks Lanes and Waters Edge Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking/biking trails in the area.
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Terre HIll, PA

What's nearby

  • Maple Grove Raceway - 15 min drive - 13.0 km
  • The Green Dragon Farmer's Market - 15 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Amish Farm and House - 28 min drive - 36.1 km
  • Dutch Wonderland - 28 min drive - 34.9 km
  • American Music Theatre Lancaster - 28 min drive - 36.4 km

Getting around

  • Lancaster Station - 24 min drive
  • Lancaster, PA (LNS) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shady Maple Smorgasbord - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Twin Valley Coffee - Shady Maple Market - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Yoder's Restaurant & Buffet - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Park Place Diner - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Pepperidge Farm - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Building, Quiet Location in Beautiful Lancaster County, Stella Side pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Building, Quiet Location in Beautiful Lancaster County, Stella Side?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Building, Quiet Location in Beautiful Lancaster County, Stella Side?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Building, Quiet Location in Beautiful Lancaster County, Stella Side located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Money Rocks County Park, Welsh Mountain Nature Preserve and deLyn's Gallery. Pepperidge Farm Inc. and Maple Grove Raceway are also within 9 miles (15 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

deborah M.

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

Great stay..

Thanks. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan O.

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

Absolutely sensational!

Fantastic accommodations! Provided breakfast goodies, chocolate chip cookies, and close to all the sites we wanted to visit. One of the absolute cleanest places we've been to.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Debbie A.

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

5 STARS

Everything was perfect! Best rental we have ever been to. Look forward to going back. Thank you Jan & Bruce.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna K.

Wonderful, charming country apartment

We stayed here with our friends (4 adults, 4 kids) and really enjoyed it. There is a charming porch to sit on and the hosts provide breakfast foods and baked goods. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tammie Q., Outside of Washington DC

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

Stella stay

Great weekend away in Lancaster county. Hosts were super nice and welcoming, place was clean and well stocked with local and home made items (everything was super yummy). We all decided we would definitely book another weekend get away here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alicia T.

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

Home away from home

We always enjoy our weekends in Lancaster. The home was adorable and in a great location. The hosts went above and beyond. Thank you. We look forward to visiting soon
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry & Jenny A., Spring Hope NC

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

Visit to the Amish country

This is a comfortable place to stay. Fantastic hosts - they had left yummy snacks and all we needed for breakfast. The beds are very comfortable and the sunroom is a fantastic place to eat breakfast and chat.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Denise M.

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

Great Stay

We had a great time at the Stella Sister House. The sunroom, backyard and breakfast ingredients were wonderful. With two little ones there was plenty to do and family friendly. The owners were great with communication and assisting in different ways.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tobias B.

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

Wonderful!

Just a wonderfully friendly and clean environment!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Venkatraman R., NEW YORK

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

Relaxing Getaway

Beautiful property with Amish charm. Close to NYC for a quick getaway. Host provided us with with home made cookies which were out of this world! Will re-visit for an extended stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anne G., New Jersey , USA

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

Felt like our own home.

We stayed for 7 weeks at Stella unit while our own home was being remodeled. Jan and Bruce were wonderful, the rental was clean and comfortable surrounded by a stunning garden. I would recommend staying here for a couple or a family... very relaxing and peaceful.
Stayed 38 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

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

Great place for a short getaway

We had a great time here. For me a place needs to be clean to feel comfortable, and we felt comfortable here. So comfortable we spent most of our time at the house! Jan was very accommodating and the breakfast supplies and baked goods were delicious and a thoughtful touch. We have a 4 yr old and a 1 yr old and it was a great place for them as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn D.

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Great vacation rental!

Very clean, comfortable and well equipped.Jan and Bruce are very accommodating and helpful. We enjoyed visiting with them in the gallery! The cookie jar was full of delicious cookies and breakfast goodies were povided for our first day. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert & Lori B.

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

Best Place Ever!

We would stay forever if we could. We can’t say anything bad about the property or our hosts. Felt like staying with family that you liked. Clean, roomy, quiet, and had everything we needed and more. Thank you Jan and Bruce for a great vacation. We will be back.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

George and Judy C., North Louisiana

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Wonderful restful time.

We both enjoyed our stay in Stella. We arrived on a Wed. and unfortunately, I was in Urgent Care on Thurs with bronchitis. The Stella was the perfect location for me to rest during the day while hubby antiqued the area. A wonderful grocery with a delicious deli is not far and we used it for several meals.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M., Pittsford, NY

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Sisters House is wonderful!

We stayed on the Stella side. It was spotless! Very nicely decorated with everything you need to be comfortable and make nice dinners. The sunroom is The Best! I was in there every morning with my coffee and crochet - so sunny and peaceful. We hope to return many times when we visit family in the area!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L., Mount Laurel NJ

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Perfect Getaway

The Sisters House was just as described. We stayed on the Stella side. It was so peaceful and the location was perfect for all of the outings we had planned. It was so clean and had everything we needed. The sun porch was the best part along with the amazing baked goods and breakfast treats! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

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

Girls weekend

It was the perfect little get away for our girls weekend. Conveniently located. We didn’t check in until after dark so I did drive right past the drive way but Bruce came right out to help. We loved that they had breakfast items there for us and fresh baked goodies. So yummy!! We will be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Conrad S.

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

Unique, quiet and Homey

We had a great time staying here with our children and grandchildren. The nearby park is an easy walking distance and a great source of entertainment! The grounds are also very beautiful with lots of flowers and birds. The inside was everything we could ask for! The beds were comfortable, plenty of seating, well-supplied kitchen, wonderful breakfast food supplied by the owner! We never even turned on the TV, there were so many other things to do!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christine A., Fort Lauderdale, FL

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Comfortable & Gracious

My husband and I came to the area to visit family. We felt so welcomed in this home. Upon our arrival we found bake goods on the table, and all the ingredients (egg, bread, sausage, milk, OJ, cereal) to make breakfast in the morning. Also, there was a cookie jar full of homemade cookies that we really enjoyed. The home was very comfortable and clean. The king bed was super comfortable with nice silky sheets. We really enjoyed the sunroom that overlooked the plains. Thank you for making us so comfortable. We felt so loved by your hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne F., Arlington

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Perfect getaway

We loved our short stay on the Stella side of the Sisters House this weekend! The check in and out process was seamless, the property is clean and super well-stocked, spacious, and inviting. The neighborhood is so quiet we heard the clip clop of horse hooves as we woke up this morning. Loved the brownies and TONS of cookies in the cookie jar (all of which I couldn’t have even eaten, there were so many!) as well as the generous breakfast items including a delicious peach bread, eggs, cheese, and apple sausage. Keurig and washer dryer were such nice conveniences. Very quiet and relaxing stay! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Colleen C., Brick, NJ

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Wonderful getaway

We had an amazing getaway at the Stella House. The property is just as listed. Clean and no surprises! We cooked our meals in the fully stocked kitchen and enjoyed eating on the porch while taking in the beautiful surroundings. Breakfast was great and certainly enough for 2 days. We spent some time at the fire pit (must have smore's even if evenings are chilly) and investigated the ecclectic grounds. All activities that we wanted to do were within a 30-35 minute scenic drive. So many cute details. I loved the fact that the name of the pattern of dishes was "Stella". Thanks for a great getaway. Look forward to a return visit with family.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelly F.

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

Everything you want and more@

6 of us had a fun weekend! We used all three bedrooms and the pullout couch. The hostess provided streaming with Amazon Prime and Roku. The family had nice nights in the 4 season room for games and carving pumpkins. Friday night family enjoyed their outdoors by roasting marshmallows and making s'mores. The lighting and design is picturesque! My son relaxed in the hammock every chance he had during the weekend. The kitchen is well stocked with cookware and tools. The hostess has open communication, and you won't be disappointed!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Aidigita T., Delaware

Perfect

I travel often and you can tell when someone takes care of the place they rent. I must say this is one of those places where I know the owners care about their travelers. From the goodies left for us to the clean linens and towels, not to mention how soft everything is. It is in a great area and we had no issues. Ms. Jan knew in advance that we were coming here to go antique shopping, it was so sweet that she left brochures out regarding all the antiques near her place. If that doesn't show that they cared.... Thanks again for everything and if we are in the area again we would definitely stay here again. ~Aida
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rossen R.

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

Awesome Easter weekend at the Sisters House

The house is clean, cozy, and well maintained. We loved the artistic touch everywhere, from the books, to the garden, to the outside dining area. It was very welcoming to find the fridge stocked up with food for breakfast, and the kitchen with home-made cookies and muffins. Not the least, we all enjoyed the sun room with the sprawling view of the distant fields. They look so pretty in early spring. Thank you Jan and Bruce.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by Jan Garrabrandt

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My husband, Bruce, and I own The Artist's Inn and Gallery, a small bed and breakfast that we opened in 1997. It is located right next door to the Sisters House. I love gardening and cooking. Bruce is a self-employed artist, specializing in colored pencil whimsical drawings and books.

Why they chose this property

When we learned that the Sisters House was part of our original property, we longed to own it. When it finally became available in 2005, we jumped at the chance but didn't want to push out the long-term renters. When they left in 2016, we knew that the time had come to decorate (ooooo, so much fun!) and share it with others. We love Lancaster County and enjoy sharing our special area with guests.

What makes this property unique

Oh, if these walls could talk - they'd tell you about the scores of kids that used to gather in the barn to play for decades. Of course, it was also a place of countless cigars for a local cigar manufacturer, the owner of our B&B! You'll love the views out the back and the pace of the buggies clip-clopping by will relax you. We've surrounded the building with flowers, added a sunroom and shaded patio, grills and a fire pit.

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