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Historic Quay House near Hersheypark, Gettysburg, & Carlisle.

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The Quay House
Kitchen with original cabinet & ladder
Front Parlor with Bay Window
Kitchen
Coffee Corner

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Dillsburg, PA
  • Haars Drive In Theater
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Williams Grove Speedway
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Messiah College
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Harrisburg, PA (HAR-Capital City)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

1st Floor

Toilet

2nd Floor Hall Bath

+1
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

3rd Floor Hall Bath

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

Historic Quay House near Hersheypark, Gettysburg, & Carlisle.

Relax and unwind at The Quay House, a Historic property with your friends and family. Gather together throughout the 3-story home then enjoy the spacious patio sitting around the wrought iron table or playing in the yard all while surrounded by gardens & evergreens.
Situated in the heart of Dillsburg Boro you can easily walk to some of our local eateries & attractions.

Although built in 1831, The Quay House is completely updated with all the modern amenities.

5 Bedrooms, 3 ½ bathrooms, and an electric stair climber to allow ease of access to the second floor.

You will access the home from the side patio with the keyless entry (a unique code will be provided a few days prior to arrival)

THE INTERIOR SPACE

FIRST FLOOR:
Kitchen & Dining Room: Enjoy the original wall cabinetry & Ladder plus all the modern conveniences
• Electric Range & Oven
• Refrigerator/Freeze with water & ice dispenser
• Microwave
• Toaster
• Dishwasher
• Crock Pot
• Tea Pot & Hot Water Kettle- sampling of teas provided
• Coffee Maker (Drip & Keurig)-sampling of K-Kups, sugars, &
nondairy creamers provided
• French Press Coffee Pot
• Dishes, Glasses, Utensils
• Pots, Pans, Baking Dishes, Measuring Cups & Spoons, Cutting Boards
• Outdoor Dishes & Cups
• Dining table seats 12
• Highchair
• Basic Spices & Cooking oil provided
• Dish soap, new sponge, dishwasher tables, starter roll of paper towels, trash bags provided
Front Living Room:
• Enough seating for up to 12 guest with 2 large couches & chairs
• Decorative Marble Fireplace
• Bow window with bench seat
• Smart TV

Rear Family Room:
• Sleeper Sofa (bedding is located in the TV Cabinet)
• Smart TV
• Games & Puzzles
• Small Kids size air hockey
• Golf Arcade Game
• Access to Electric Stair Climber to second floor

Half Bath:
• Located under the front stairs
• Custom Copper Sink
• Toilet Paper Provided

SECOND FLOOR: 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bathrooms, & Laundry Area

Master Bedroom 1:
• King Size Mattress & King size pillows encased in Clean Rest Pro Covers
• Smart TV
• Dresser
• Bedside Tables with lamps
• Stand Alone Closet with hangers
• Bedding/Linens provided
• Luggage Stands

Master En-suite Bathroom:
• Walk-In Shower with Glass doors & Rain shower head
• Towel Warmer
• Fresh Towels

Middle Bedroom 2:
• 2 Twin Beds & Pillows each encased in Clean Rest Pro Covers
• Smart Tv
• Dresser
• Luggage Stand
• Pack & Play in closet
• Closet with hangers & extra pillows/blankets

Front Bedroom 3:
• Queen Bed
• Smart Tv
• Dresser
• Luggage Stand
• Bedside Tables with lamps
• Closet with Hangers & Extra pillows/blankets

2nd Floor Hall Bathroom:
• Double Vanity
• Tub/shower combo with a heated bubble tub
• Kohler Appliances

Laundry Area:
• Washer/Dryer
• Laundry Detergent
• Stain Stick/spray
• Handheld steamer
• Bath soap, shampoo, & conditioner

Busy Body Room: This front room has a busy body that was invented by Benjamin Franklin. If you sit at the desk and look at the mirror outside the window, you can see who might be at your front door or walking down the street.

THIRD FLOOR:

Bedroom 4:
• 2 Twin Beds encased in Clean Pro Mattress & Pillow Covers
• Luggage Stand
• Dresser
• Side Table & Lamp

Bedroom 5:
• Queen Bed & Pillows encased in Clean Pro Mattress & Pillow Covers
• Smart TV
• Dresser
• Luggage Stand
• Bedside Tables with Lamps

3Rd Floor Hall Bath:
• Original Claw Foot Tub with Kohler Shower & Tub Accessories
• Towel Warmer
• Original Cabinet converted to Sink Stand


OUTDOORS:
• Multiple seating includes a patio table that seats 12 with outdoor string lights
• 2 Gas lamps /heaters
• Gas Grill
• Yard for kids or dogs to play
• Off street parking at rear of property by Red Barn

As noted: all our mattress & pillows are encased in protective Clean Pro Rest Covers that are durable, waterproof, and will stop bed bugs, dust mites, and allergens from spreading. Our hope is for you to rest easy while you stay at The Quay House.

Clean linens, bedding, & Towels provided

Home has original hardwood floors throughout with NO carpets.

LOCAL AIRPORTS:
1. Harrisburg International Airport
2. BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport

LOCAL WALKABLE RESTAURANTS:
1. The Pickle Nickle
2. Tucker & Co
3. Millennium Pizza
4. Mazzone’s Pizza
5. Dunkin
6. Locals’ Market

SHORT DRIVE RESTAURANTS:
1. Range & Rye
2. TJ Rockwells
3. Cold Springs Inn

LOCAL GROCERY STORES:
1. Local’s Market
2. Giant Food
3. Trader Joes (short drive)

LOCAL ATTRACTIONS: We are centrally located between Hersheypark & Gettysburg

Looking for some activities to plan while your visiting-Just reach out- we have many location connections for things not limited to photography, baked goods, florists, whiskey tasting, Gettysburg guided tours, sushi making, charcuterie boards….

Please note: There is an external camera at the parking area of the property. It is recording 24/7 365 days a year.

Be sure to check out our website: www.thequayhousedillsburg.com for a more complete list of local attractions.

We look forward to your stay at The Quay House

A little more info about Matthew Quay. Quay received the Medal of Honor for heroism at the battle of Fredericksburg and became a politician post war.

Property manager

Kristine Garverick
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
No dogs on furniture Scoop yard upon check out
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and a deadlock

About the area

Dillsburg

Dillsburg is home to this holiday home. Boiling Springs Pool and Gifford Pinchot State Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mount Holly Preserve and Yellow Breeches Creek. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Williams Grove Speedway or Susquehanna Speedway Park.
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Dillsburg, PA

What's nearby

  • Haars Drive In Theater - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Williams Grove Speedway - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Messiah College - 8 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Ski Roundtop - 18 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Carlisle Fairgrounds - 20 min drive - 19.5 km

Getting around

  • Harrisburg Transportation Center - 21 min drive
  • Harrisburg, PA (HAR-Capital City) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪JoJo's Pizza & Pasta - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hoss's Steak & Sea House - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Quay House near Hersheypark, Gettysburg, & Carlisle. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Historic Quay House near Hersheypark, Gettysburg, & Carlisle.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Quay House near Hersheypark, Gettysburg, & Carlisle.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Quay House near Hersheypark, Gettysburg, & Carlisle. located?

Situated in Dillsburg, this holiday home is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Haars Drive In Theater and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Yellow Breeches Creek. Iroquois Site and Shawnee Site are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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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

Richard K.

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

Wonderful Historic Property

Very charming and accommodating for a family get together. Owner was extremely responsive and flexible to meet out needs. Would definitely stay at this property again if we are in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenifer W.

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

great weekend

we had a womens retreat and the property was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe D.

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

Quay House

Great experience staying at The Quay House
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Family Wedding Weekend

We stayed here while in town for a family wedding. The house was well stocked with everything you could possibly need, was in a great location with shops/restaurants within walking distance, and had loads of historic charm.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samuel W.

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

Quay House!

Fantastic historical property beautifully upgraded/restored to modern standards!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Enjoyed the house.

Very clean nice home. Great experience
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy C.

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

Great stay at Quay!

We had a great vacation at the Quay House. We were in town to attend my brother's graduation from Army War College in Carlisle. The hosts were incredible to work with and made several recommendations to help us with a reception dinner. The house itself is amazing and had everything we needed. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

jeffrey h.

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

Quay House

Really enjoyed the property. House was clean and functional. We appreciated the historical elements of the house and the layout - which functioned very well for adult/kid separation with the back staircase. Location was great and we enjoyed the local coffee shop and BBQ restaurant very much. Would happily book this house again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

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

Quay House- AMAZING!!

This house was such a wonderful place to stay while we enjoyed Gettysburg!! It was so historic but has every amenity you can imagine. So comfortable and clean!! We will definitely be back! ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron S.

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

Nice vacation house

We stayed here with two other families to ski at Roundtop and it was just what we were looking for. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda K.

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

Beautiful property

This house is beautiful, a perfect dream home. The property owner is very thoughtful to leave a box of goodies for my family The neighborhood is very nice and everyone was very friendly. I would definitely recommend staying at the Quay house to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dionne J.

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

Beautiful home!

We had a wonderful stay at the Quay House! Such a beautiful, historic home, but with modern updates and all the amenities you’d need. We especially appreciated the pastries! Owner was great at communication! We would definitely recommend this home,
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pamela U.

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

Quay House

The Quay House was the perfect gathering spot while celebrating our daughters wedding. It was spacious. The yard outside with a large table for dining was perfect. It was spotless and extremely comfortable and had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect historic home!

We loved this house. It is exactly as advertised. We visited and had family and friends with us for my husband’s graduation from the War College. Everything we needed to entertain the group was available and the outdoor space was fabulous!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

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

Wonderful time!

We had a difficult finding somewhere to stay closer to Hershey park that was nice, fun and would fit 7 adults and 2 kids - this was perfect!! We had such a lovely time. House was wonderful. We really enjoyed spending time on the porch. Host was very prompt and gave great recommendations.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz H.

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The Quay House- modern luxury in historic home

3 day stay with 4 mothers and 4 HS age girls competing in their summer swim championship meet in Carlisle PA. We typically all stay in the same hotel. This time I suggested we change things up and rent a big house. The Quay House was perfect for us. So clean and modern with all the historic charm you could expect from stone home built in 1835. The owner left us a fantastic basket of Trade Joe's snacks which was unexpected and loved. The girls loved it and the moms did too. I highly recommend this home to any large group.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

MaryLou J.

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Remembering our mom & dad/Nana & Papa.

We had a wonderful time visiting and reminiscing in our parents’ old home. This is the only house the grandkids knew with their grandparents. Staying for one last sleepover after a service to remember their Nana was so special. There were tears and lots of laughter and many, many stories shared. Thank you for the memories!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doris H., Harrisburg, PA

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Cousins weekend!

The house was everything we imagined and more! So beautiful inside the house and outside! We enjoyed every minute of our stay! Could not complain about one thing. It was the cleanest Vrbo property that we all have every stayed at. The house had everything we needed. Spent a lot of time in the kitchen, dining room and hanging out around the large rod iron table outside. Check in went very smoothly. We were even able to check in a bit early! Everything we needed was within walking distance. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

James M.

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

Wonderful House

We really enjoyed our stay at Quay House. The property is lovely, a unique house that looks and is historic, yet has all the modern conveniences. The house has a patio, as well as lovely grounds surrounding it. The hosts (Kris that we dealt with was very helpful and nice) and provided many very nice touches (baked goods, welcome note), nice amenities like very good smelling hand soap and thoughtful items. The kitchen was fully stocked, bedrooms and baths had nice linens/towels and the house is beautifully decorated. I highly recommend this house and if we are in the area again, we would certainly love to stay in Quay House. Thanks for a great and memorable time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth S.

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

Everything they said and worth every penny

My wife, our two daughters and my mother in law were meeting our son and his wife for a long weekend over the 4th of July. We needed a place for 8 to sleep and this property fit the bill. The listing and pictures were spot on. The house has been beautifully restored and it's like stepping back in time. The outdoor spaces were relaxing and in fact we had pizza outdoors one night on the large patio table. The linens and toiletries provided were ample and the linens were fresh and clean. The beds were comfortable and clean also. The best part for my MIL was the chair lift to the second floor. She used it alot to get to her bedroom upstairs. The house and rooms made it comfortable to visit and for my family to enjoy each others company. Coming back from our day trips was something to look forward to, unlike staying in a hotel. Would highly reccomend to anyone needing a place to stay for a large group.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tatyana B.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenifer W.

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Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise S.

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Wonderful Stay in Dillsburg

Six of my family members stayed for a few days at this lovely home in Dillsburg. It was comfortable and spacious, exactly as pictured in the listing. All of the bedrooms and bathrooms were clean and well stocked. We would definitely stay here again in warmer weather to take advantage of the beautiful outdoor space.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy A.

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

Great stay

We had such a nice time at Quay! It's a well maintained, beautiful property. The string lights over the patio are so pretty in the evening so definitely sit out there if you have a chance. The beds are comfortable, there's plenty of towels and even some toiletries. The host was easy to contact and communicate with. Kris even left us some welcome treats! We'd love to stay again next time we're in town.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carl C.

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

Great place

Easy access to everything in the area. House had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

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Hosted by Kristine Garverick

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