The Carlisle Castle - A private resort in central PA
** Unfortunately we cannot accept children under 7 or any pets at this location**** We kindly ask that you send us a message before requesting to book . Welcome To the Carlisle Castle - one of the most amazing homes in all of PA. Set on one acre in the Historic Downtown of Carlisle you can relax in the private pool( not heated open from Mid May to October 22nd for 2022 ) and amazing grounds all day then walk to all of towns amenities at night . This property was built in 1939 and has a great history and is commonly known as the Gingerbread Man house in homage to the owner that meticulously renovated it. With 3 large bedrooms , 2 living rooms , 2.5 baths, exclusive Cozy earth bedding and extensive grounds including the pool , fountains, Patios and two ponds This will be a vacation spot to remember. Sorry but we cannot accept any pets or children under 7 due to insurance regulations. No events or non registered guests please . This camera does have exterior cameras at entrances and backyard ( not close up to pool to invade guest privacy ) We are located less then one mile from Dickinson College Campus 14 miles to Harrisburg 24 miles to Gettysburg 27 miles to Hershey 4 miles to Boiling Springs and Appalacian Trail 20 miles to Shippensburg 69 miles to Baltimore 109 to DC 108 to Philly 188 from NYC
Property manager
Megan
Languages
English, Swedish
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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No unauthorized guests with out prior permission. Guests must park in our drive only and not block access to down drive ( neighbors garage etc )
House manager will meet for check in and out. Gardener and pool staff may require outdoor access during reservations
No loud music, outdoor noise past 9pm. If any house rules are broken we will terminate stay with no refunds . Outdoor cameras are on site .
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
Note from host: We are not permitted for any kind of weddings etc
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
Property Registration Number 23466
About the area
Carlisle
Located in Carlisle, this holiday home is in the city centre and in the mountains. Carlisle Fairgrounds and Georgie Lou's Retro Candy & Gifts are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Carlisle Country Market and Paulus Farm Market. Valarie Moyer's Dolls and Sports Emporium are also worth visiting.
Carlisle, PA
What's nearby
Cumberland County Courthouse - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Carlisle Theatre - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Dickinson College - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Carlisle Fairgrounds - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
Carlisle Barracks - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
Getting around
Harrisburg Transportation Center - 32 min drive
Harrisburg, PA (HAR-Capital City) - 28 min drive
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A - 5 min walk
Panera Bread - 5 min walk
Wendy's - 7 min walk
Cracker Barrel - 11 min walk
Applebee's Grill + Bar - 11 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does The Carlisle Castle - A private resort in central PA have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is The Carlisle Castle - A private resort in central PA pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at The Carlisle Castle - A private resort in central PA?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Carlisle Castle - A private resort in central PA?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Carlisle Castle - A private resort in central PA located?
Located in the heart of Carlisle, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Letort Spring Run and Cumberland County Courthouse. Georgie Lou's Retro Candy & Gifts and Carlisle Theatre are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
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Exceptional
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This is a lovely, well-maintained home - modern updates, but also feels very historic! Our family enjoyed the pool immensely and the grounds were stunning!
Our family had the best time at the Carlisle Castle! This is our second time staying at the house. The weather was so perfect, we spent our time swimming, diving, and sliding in the pool. The house is quirky but that’s what makes it so charming. Can’t wait to book our next stay!
Second time we have stayed at this house. My husband and I and our daughter and twelve year old granddaughter.
Love the beautiful grounds and house was very comfortable and had everything we needed. Great communication with the host.
We had an excellent stay! House is very clean and has lots of personality. Extremely well stocked kitchen and pantry! Beds are comfortable and linens were super soft. Pool was large and well tended. The landscaping was gorgeous and we enjoyed watching the birds and chipmunks. Will return!
It was wonderful!!!
We went to the car show in the morning and spent the afternoon in the pool. The property is amazing, My family and I loved it! I'd recommend this to anyone traveling to carlisle. Hope to be back next year!
Beautiful house and grounds! Everything was perfect! Great communication with owner. My granddaughter who is 10 loved the pool. Would love to return again.
This property is so lovely. The yard is straight-up magical. We enjoyed the pool, the ponds, the gardens, and the excellent seating areas spread throughout. The inside is comfortable, well-labeled, has all the amenities a visitor could want or need and then some. Everything is clean and so stylish. The owners were in town, so they actually let us in and showed us around. They have created a fantastic place. You will not be disappointed. I have no areas to comment on for improvement. Our stay was great, and we will most certainly return. Thank you, Megan and Jon, for the fantastic VRBO experience.
It truly was a resort level stay and to have sole possession of this property was a treat for our unique group.. The grounds were a feast for our eyes. There was a lot of attention to detail in landscaping with over a dozen diffrent bird houses. The home was clean, well stocked with great quality items with anything you
can think of. We played corn hole,, basketball in the pool,, sunbathed and sat and chilled out around the fire pit and much more.. Located across the street from super Walmart, Chic FIL LA, Liquor store, Subway and Chipotle. Plus others we did not go to. You don't want to miss this gem!!
Megan was very responsive to all my questions. House is fabulous, comfortable and quite inviting and interesting. The backyard is amazing and I would like to have stayed when the weather was warmer.
This home was a beautiful stay while in town visiting family. The decor is fun, the kitchen stocked with all the tools to cook, even some Miss Pac-Man to play. The beds all comfortable.
The outdoor area is amazing! We were off season for the pool but looks perfect. Tons of seating in different spots. We grilled and used the solo stove for a bon fire.
Our only challenge was for my 65 year old dad with a bad knee. The bathrooms are all upstairs or in the basement level. So it was difficult on him for having to get upstairs to use the facilities. Simply something to consider if an obstacle.
We hope to be back! Thank you!
Our family had an amazing time at the Gingerbread man house! The kids were in the pool all day - there were so many toys and amenities that really made the trip so easy. The house was the perfect size for our family of four - there was plenty of room for everyone to chill out and relax. The kids loved playing hide and seek throughout the house and yard. The house was well stocked and extremely clean. They even left muffins for our arrival. We couldn’t have asked for a better way to end our summer. We would definitely come back next summer.
Property was great, totally as advertised , owner was responsive and helpful when we had any questions. Kids loved the pool! Town is cute and it’s an easy walk to brewpubs, restaurants, and shops. Loved our stay!
Carlisle Castle was the perfect fit for what we all were looking for! A relaxing week just chilling by a pool with family & friends. House was spotless & equipped with everything we needed! The grounds are beautifully manicured & the pool is fantastic! We arrived slightly earlier then expected & were just going to grab a bite but Megan informed me that the residence was ready & we could check in. That was a nice surprise & appreciated ☺️ The family had a great time & we already discussed our next visit!
Rented this house for the weekend of my sons graduation from Dickinson. It couldn’t have been more perfect and if anything the description and pictures included “understate” the awesomeness of this place. We stayed with our family of 5 + we had a few friends over one afternoon to enjoy the pool and back yard. The location, was perfect, the house was clean and big enough for us (3 bedrooms upstairs so 2 of my kids shared a room but there was a basement that could have been used as an extra bedroom) and the backyard was like a mini version of Longwood Gardens. Host was also super gracious (left us some muffins) and check in was easy.
Peter B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
About the host
Hosted by Megan
Jon and Megan are professional Hosts currently living in Annapolis Maryland. We own and manage multiple properties in Md , WV and Pa. Reach out with any questions anytime- we would love to host you
Why they chose this property
It’s THE most unique property I’ve ever been in . And we own a bunch :)