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Welcome to the Chicken Coop. Our home is your home!

The perfect place for game playing, knitting and reading.

A dedicated work space allows folks to stay for longer periods of time.

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Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 584 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Free WiFi

Water view

Explore the area

Glen Rock, PA

York College of Pennsylvania23 min drive
York ExpoCenter25 min drive
York, PA (THV)26 min drive
Harley Davidson Factory27 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

We enjoyed our quick weekend getaway that was close to home, yet so far away! Our daughter is leaving for her Spring sem...

leigh ann v.

Jan 7, 2024

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Secluded 1840's Log cabin Between Gettysburg, Lancaster, And Baltimore

Cozy log cabin on 65 acres with a large porch, two bedrooms (one with queen bed with sitting area, and one with two single beds) and a queen size futon in the living room. Nestled by a babbling brook, it is a quiet retreat for writing, knitting, star-gazing and bird watching. A home cleaned with environmentally friendly cleansers, with sheets and towels line dried, and a breakfast of farm fresh eggs, muffins and fruit will bring a sense of peace to all guests. We prefer 24 hour notice, but understand that travel does not always allow for this. We have a marked hiking trail and a full 18 hole Disc Golf course on site for guest use.

Property manager

Helen and David Tuten

Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Water view

Outdoor space

Stewartstown Vacation Rental | 2BR | 2BA | 1,400 Sq Ft | Stairs Required

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)

Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)

Children

Adults only

Events

Events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

We are sharing our home with you so please treat it with love and respect. Clean as you go, leaving the house as clean as you find it. Always feel free to ask for any items you have forgotten or cannot find. We want you to enjoy your stay. Our home is your home!

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

Cashless transactions are available

Parties and events are allowed on site

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 first aid kit

About the area

Glen Rock

Located in Glen Rock, this cabin is in a rural area. Steam Into History and Warehime-Myers Mansion are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Markets at Shrewsbury and Morningstar Marketplace. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Glen Rock, PA

What's nearby

WellSpan York Hospital - 23 min drive
York College of Pennsylvania - 23 min drive
York ExpoCenter - 25 min drive
Hollywood Casino York - 27 min drive
Harley Davidson Factory - 27 min drive

Getting around

Harrisburg, PA (MDT-Harrisburg Intl.) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
‪Chick-Fil-A - ‬13 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬14 min drive
‪Wendy's - ‬14 min drive
‪Samurai Hibachi Sushi Japanese Steakhouse - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded 1840's Log cabin Between Gettysburg, Lancaster, And Baltimore pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Secluded 1840's Log cabin Between Gettysburg, Lancaster, And Baltimore located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is within 9 miles (15 km) of John Stevens Gallery, Steam Into History and Markets at Shrewsbury. William Kain Park and Codorus State Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

leigh ann v.

7 Jan 2024

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

Wonderful place!

We enjoyed our quick weekend getaway that was close to home, yet so far away! Our daughter is leaving for her Spring semester in college in Texas so we wanted to have family time prior to her leaving. We were able to have fun, play games, venture/hike the property, go into town for pizza, and talked without distractions. The house is immaculate and comfortable. Highly recommend the cabin. The owners are also extremely nice and communicative. Lovely stay! The Vidrine’s

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

diane f.

6 Nov 2023

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

Wonderful private cabin

Had a great time with family. Cabin was perfect size for our family.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frances S.

20 Oct 2023

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

Chicken Coop was a delight

Staying at the Chicken Coop was amazing! David and Helen were amazing hosts! The fresh baked muffins were a treat! Coming from California and experiencing this peaceful and quiet setting is just what we needed! We will defiantly be back.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B., Lakeland, USA

13 Oct 2023

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

Quiet Fall Escape

Beautiful Historic home nestled down a quiet lane with nature all around. This is the perfect place to stay if you want to escape the fast paced and chaotic world we live in. This is a place to go to if you want to refresh and recharge your soul. The home is well kept, charming, cozy, and stocked with everything you would need. We felt at home and so comfortable. The hosts were attentive, gracious and helpful…and great with communication from first booking to the day we left. We appreciated the many special touches, from fresh fruit and wine left for us to enjoy, wild flowers picked just for us, and warm home baked muffins brought to us our first morning to enjoy with our coffee. We truly enjoyed the few days we spent in this home and could not think of a single complaint.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Albert S., Parkville

13 Aug 2023

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

Great Location

Can't say enough good about the site and the hosts. The house was clean and well equipt. The hosts were pleasant, accommodating and made us very welcome. We would recommend this location for anyone coming to the area.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristina M.

26 June 2023

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

Fantastic experience

David and Helen were amazing hosts who went above and beyond to make my stay incredibly enjoyable. Loved the property, and getting to find all the little chicken themed items throughout the house. Would absolutely stay here again - it was lovely and serene.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

James O.

22 Jan 2023

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

Great place to stay for peace and quiet. Hosts were wonderful, dropped of fresh muffins in am

We will return!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leona H., Bel Air USA

20 Nov 2022

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

Peapod chicks

We had a great weekend at the chicken coop Helen and David made us feel welcome and blessed us with nice little welcome items the cutest gifts we enjoyed our stay at this retreat comfortable and cozy close to Train At New Freedom and the markets at Shrewsbury and of course Glen Rock cute small town

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynn M., Where do you live?

7 Oct 2022

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

Beautiful Property to Completely Unwind

Thank you Helen and David for such a wonderful stay! The personalized details made for a memorable anniversary weekend. We really appreciated the local dining suggestions (delicious!) and the coziness of the cabin. Would love to return in sunny weather to wander the on-site hiking trails and take in more of the local happenings!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

mary p.

23 Aug 2022

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

Thank you so much for such a lovely place to stay. Such an inviting place. We love everything 🥰.

So lovely!!! Very relaxing being surrounded by nature and all it beauty. Helen snd David are amazing hosts that see yo every detail and then some. We loved our short time there and will definitely be back again and again.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

15 Aug 2022

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

Very peaceful, realxing stay

Helen and David's log cabin was a true delight — very peaceful and restorative — perfect for our friends' reunion. And so many thoughtful touches — from a well-stocked kitchen to freshly baked muffins in the morning. 5 stars!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Allison S.

12 July 2022

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

Another amazing stay at the chicken coop!

This was our second time staying at the chicken coop, and it was just as lovely as the last time! The house and property are beautiful, and the owners, David and Helen, couldn’t have been more gracious hosts. They are super friendly and extremely helpful. Thanks again for a wonderful stay, we’ll definitely be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

4 May 2022

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

Very quiet and cozy!

Lovely getaway away from the hussle and bussle of everyday life! Would love to stay there again in the future!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ed G.

29 Jan 2022

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

Cozy and Quiet

Home is just as charming as the hosts. David and Helen went out of their way to welcome me and checked in with me during my stay. I was able to work during the day thanks to a dependable internet connection and enjoy quiet and relaxing evenings with the sound of the small stream out front. Highly recommend!

Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

linda m.

6 Dec 2021

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

Sister Weekend

Spent the weekend at this cozy cabin. Fully stocked, warm snd inviting the hosts made it extra special by adding special touches such as fresh baked cookies wine fresh eggs and muffins. Great place to just chill. Spent some time in the quaint local towns antiquing and browsing. Great place!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Randal I.

21 June 2021

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

Stay here. You will be happy you did.

Helen and David were fantastic hosts. I have booked many properties through VRBO and they were the best hosts ever

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Janet N.

13 June 2021

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

Great Experience!

Our daughter was getting married nearby. This home was perfect. The fresh eggs and muffins made breakfast easy each morning. Helen is a wealth of info about the area.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hope A.

11 June 2021

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

Beautiful home, amazing owners!

We LOVED our stay at the Chicken Coop. This was a great getaway for us. It is very quiet and peaceful!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Allison S.

25 May 2021

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

Absolutely lovely!

My mom and I absolutely loved staying at the chicken coop! The house was VERY clean and cozy. David and Helen were amazing hosts- they very graciously left us cookies, wine, and strawberries to enjoy. They proactively checked on us to make sure we were comfortable, and promptly replied when we had any questions. The property was beautiful, with lots of space to explore the outdoors! I would highly recommend staying at this lovely rental.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joshua P.

15 Apr 2021

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

Home Away from Home

My partner and I stayed on this beautiful property for two tranquil nights. It was quiet, beautiful, and now our new getaway! Eggs in the fridge, fresh cookies & fruit, and daily muffin deliveries are just the beginning of the amazing courtesies provided by the Tuten family. David and Helen were gracious, flexible hosts, delivering kindness and comfort. And I haven't even mentioned the on-property disc golf course...it's challenging, imaginative, and now one of our favorites we've ever played!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

12 Oct 2020

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

Perfect girls weekend getaway

Our group of 4 (me, my mom, my aunt, and my cousin) just spent a long weekend at the Chicken Coop and we LOVED it! Helen and David are fantastic hosts, easy to contact before and during the trip with any questions (especially helpful while traveling during Covid), with above and beyond hospitality. Yes there really are fresh muffins for breakfast and they are delicious! The house was very clean- and believe me we are picky with that, mom owns a cleaning business, the kitchen is very well stocked for cooking- they had everything we needed for cooking most of our meals there, and the beds were comfortable- i think we all agreed they were more comfortable than our own beds at home haha. Most importantly is the peace and quiet, scenery, and privacy this property offers, a true getaway from the busy-ness of life. We will definitely stay here again on our next trip back to this area, hopefully next fall!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Robert O.

21 Sept 2020

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

Clean, comfy, quiet, pretty amazing stay.

Thank you Helen for the muffins every day, and thank you David for the Frisbee Golf game. We had a very enjoyable stay and would highly recommend this place to anyone staying in the area or biking the nearby rail trail.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia F.

31 Aug 2020

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

Relaxing and quiet

Great place to recharge and get away from it all. Very cute little place with lots of rustic charm!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

mark h.

18 Aug 2020

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

Paradise Found

From the moment I first reached out to the owners, to the last drive out their private lane, it was perfect. Honestly, I’m afraid to say too much for fear we’ll never find a vacancy again at “1840 House”. The listing is very accurate and the owners will most certainly fill in any blanks. Their attention to details such as complimentary fresh eggs and homemade muffins or ample linens and kitchen staples, were greatly appreciated and above and beyond in the VRBO universe. My only complaint was not of their making, Verizon cell service is not supported in their valley, but the house WIFI works great! We will be back most certainly. If there’s a vacancy.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

17 Aug 2020

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

Great, relaxing get away

Helen and David's place was perfect for a nice secluded get away, especially during Covid. They provided fresh eggs and fruit and delivered fresh muffins in the morning. The outdoor and screened in porches provided nice places to relax in any weather. Would highly recommend for anyone trying to disconnect and relax for a few days.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Helen and David Tuten

We have been married for almost 40. We raised our three children in this small farm house, treasuring every moment. The woods, the trails, the stream served as back drop to their home-schooled education. Healthy foods, lots of time outside and hours of reading on the porches filled our days. David is a retired high school math and science teacher and Helen is a retired pediatric physical therapist. Living just up the hill from the farm house, we are deeply rooted to the farm. We spend our time gardening, biking on a tandem, hiking, playing disc golf, knitting and reading. We love sharing the farm with our guests. It has been a joy to meet so many wonderful people from all around the world.

Why they chose this property

This farm house is the perfect place to be to re-connect with the sense of peace and tranquility we all crave. Nestled in the valley where no other houses can be seen, quiet can seep deeply. The woods beckon for walks, the stream can cool hot feet on a summers day, and the birds sing the day through. There are marked trails to follow and unmarked paths. There is a full 18 hole disc golf course with discs to share. We have bikes for the hike and bike trail (The NCR trail) that can be accessed 1.5 miles away.
With Glen Rock just over the hill, a locally sourced market, a local artisans' shoppe, a vibrant library, a lovely restaurant in a restored mill, pizza places, a shop with homemade ice cream, a florist, a beauty salon are all options.

What makes this property unique

Our home is close to the vibrant history of Gettysburg and the Amish in Lancaster but away from the traffic both of these towns share. Baltimore can be reached by car or light rail (the northern-most stop is about 25 min away in Northern Baltimore County) and offers all a large city can. And upon returning from these busier spots, the skies will darken, the stars will shine, the temperatures will cool and the noise will dissipate so that your day can quietly blend into the peaceful night.