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Beautiful House in Heart of Center City Philadelphia

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Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4105 sq m

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Philadelphia, PA
  • Popular LocationRittenhouse Square11 min walk
  • Popular LocationPennsylvania Convention Center14 min walk
  • Popular LocationPhiladelphia Museum of Art2 min drive
  • AirportPhiladelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)15 min drive

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Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Beautiful House in Heart of Center City Philadelphia

Beautiful townhouse on tree-lined street in Logan Square.

Central air. Hardwood floor throughout.

Short walk to Comcast Center, Coxe Park, Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, Schuylkill River Trail, Center City's Financial District, Barnes Foundation, Rodin Museum, Franklin Institute, Natural Sciences Museum, Rittenhouse Square, Chinatown, The Free Library of Philadelphia main branch, Fairmount Park neighborhood.

Quick trip to University of Pennsylvania, CHOP, Temple, Jefferson, Drexel, Moore College of Art, Philadelphia Academy of Fine Art.

Eat-in kitchen with garbage disposal and dishwasher, and French door leading out to a small private patio.

Second floor open plan with sunny bedroom, small den, large closet, and bathroom with shower.

Third floor master bedroom with large walk-in closet, and spacious bathroom with bath tube.

Basement with laundry, large storage closets and a separate basement entry-exit.

We live a block away in with and would be happy to stop by for a short chat to welcome you if you so desire.

Within two minute walk to buses and within 10 minute walk to train stations. Cabs everywhere close walk to most city's art and historical attractions.

This house is in the heart of Center City a few blocks away from the financial district while on a residential street.

Property manager

Sophie

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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 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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Philadelphia

Located in Philadelphia, this holiday home is in the city centre. Philadelphia Museum of Art and Mann Center for the Performing Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include City Hall and Independence Hall. Philadelphia Zoo and Adventure Aquarium are not to be missed.
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Philadelphia, PA

What's nearby

  • Rittenhouse Square - 11 min walk
  • Pennsylvania Convention Center - 14 min walk
  • University of Pennsylvania - 18 min walk
  • Philadelphia Museum of Art - 2 min drive
  • Liberty Bell Center - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • 19th St Station - 7 min walk
  • Philadelphia, PA (ZFV-30th Street Rail Station) - 14 min walk
  • Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Victory Taproom Philly - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Urban Farmer - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪City Tap House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Misconduct Tavern - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Thanal Indian Tavern - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful House in Heart of Center City Philadelphia pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful House in Heart of Center City Philadelphia?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful House in Heart of Center City Philadelphia?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful House in Heart of Center City Philadelphia located?

Located in Center City, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Franklin Institute Science Museum, Rittenhouse Square and Pennsylvania Convention Center. City Hall and Drexel University are also within 15 minutes. 19th St Station is 7 minutes by foot and Suburban Station is 9 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Katrina K., Ohio, United States

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lackluster and a bit unsafe.
My major issue is the basement door. The place is fairly dusty and could use a good sweep. The layout is quaint but quickly becomes annoying, especially when getting to the second bedroom means you have to pass through the first one. I felt the beds were uncomfortable as they are fairly firm. Having two baths is nice even if the shower stall is kinda tight in the first one. Hot water heater is a good size, able to have multiple hot showers one after the other. Noise from the street is pretty loud. The lockbox was a bit hard to find at night and the door is a bit tricky. Now my major issue, the basement door does not lock. I couldn't even tell if it latched. There was no deadbolt on it and when getting the key out of the lock box I noticed there was a bunch of stuff piled infront of it outside so I looked closer and it didn't have a deadbolt key hole. Upon getting inside the first thing I did was check that door and there's a bunch of stuff stacked infront of it in the basement to keep it shut. Specifically a heavy exercise weight among boxes and such. No lock only a pile of stuff. Which not great but okay I get it, however the door into the basement inside also didn't have a lock so this is very much just an exposed door. Yes it would take some work to get through but it's not enough that I felt safe in trusting that door.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host, great location, great stay!
The host, Sophie, was very quick to come over and help us with a situation we had when we first arrived. She was very responsive and went above and beyond to assure that our stay was well accommodated. The home has everything you may need, including snacks in the kitchen and extra towels. The location cannot be any better - close to everything downtown and a very safe neighborhood. My group felt totally secure walking around at night. The home even has cool history to it which added to our Philly experience. I would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Raederle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
In the right place!
Overall the place was great. The kitchen was well provisioned and the place had a cozy feel. The stairs are no joke, but the location can't be beat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Safe area. Family friendly.
Our stay was wonderful. Quick walk to the grocery and the parking garage we found using SpotHero as suggested by the Host. Our Host replied to our messages quickly and helped with any questions we had. The residence was clean and safe for my family. Location was great, close to museums but also convenient for the historical sights. We found breakfast on the way to the Liberty Bell without issue. When we head back to Philadelphia we will be staying in the same place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Talia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Host, Basic Property
Sophie is a great host who was very quick in responding to us. The house has all the basics and is 3 floors. I wasnt quite clear that there was not parking on site, but I may have overlooked that in the details.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Annabelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sophie is a great host
Sophie was an incredible host. She was easy to get in touch with and even came over when we were having difficulty with the front door. Additionally, she provided some good tips for parking in the city. The house is in a central location with lots of restaurants in walking distance. The one recommendation I would make is an updated Roku for the tv. Several of the aps would not load, but we were able to access the free Roku channel.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

MICHELLE K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Philly brownstone quiet neighborhood
Owner was great to work with and has place set up well. We had everything we needed. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient Location to Museum Area
Sophie was easy to work with and made the entire experience easy. Thank you!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Nice Spot
Very good location, clean and well fitted out. Would certainly stay again if I get to Philly
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nancy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simple, No Frills Stay
Our stay at Sophie's place was just what we needed - a simple place to call home base and get a hot shower and a great night's sleep every night. Sophie was extremely accessible for questions and the neighborhood was perfectly situated steps from Logan's Square and quiet at night. Waking to the birds chirping and the church bells ringing was a treat!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Clive Claudio C., BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA

great place to stay in Philadelphia
We have a nice stay un Sophie's house! She was really kind and all the time in contact with us when we need it. We recomened to stay, the neighberhood Is really nice, you can go walking everywhere. You have everything you need at Sophie's house.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Crissy W.

Very nice house in a great location
Was in town for a concert. The house was very clean and well stocked.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Cindy D.

Great location. Nice space.
The house is perfectly located for visiting attractions on the Parkway, like the Art Museum, the Franklin Institute, and the Academy of Natural Sciences. It is also convenient to the business section. The house was clean and the kitchen had everything we needed. It worked well for my sister, my daughter, and me. Guests should be aware, though, that the second floor bedroom does not have a door. (The third floor bedroom does.) Depending on who you are traveling with you might want to think about sleeping arrangements. Sophie and her husband were very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Steven S.

Charming and affordable, close to center city, perfect for a weekend stay, Excellent host!!
Party of four enjoyed coming back to this apartment after a full day at the convention center. Less than 10 minute travel time to all our destinations. Sophie was very helpful with any questions we had along the way. We would absolutely stay here again on our next over-night trip to Philly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L., Salisbury, Maryland

Great location, great owner!
We had a great stay, everything we could have needed was available. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Dana F.

Clean, ideal location, friendly hosts
A wonderful home in a prime location! It was tucked away on a quiet street but still close enough to walk anywhere in Center City! The house itself was clean and had everything we needed! Would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Karin S.

Location was what we needed.
Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

William C.

Great location! Everything you want!
Had a great time in Philadelphia on Thanksgiving weekend. Sophie's place was perfect for us. Barnes Foundation is reason enough to visit this town!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Ana Luisa C., Bothell, WA

Perfect location!
Sophie was a very accessible host and accommodated us for a very late check-in. The home is easy to find and as others have mentioned, in a prime location close to restaurants, museums, parks, and other sites. Street parking is limited due to permit requirements, but there is a lot 2 blocks away on Arch that we used, costing $38/24h. The home is tri-level, with very narrow and steep stairs, so may be an issue for those with balance or mobility issues, as well as children. Otherwise, the home is lovely and perfect for a stay in the city. The thermostat kept us comfortable and we thought the beds were also comfortable, despite other guests' comments regarding the firmness of the mattress. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Yolanda B.

Location, Location, Location
This townhome is within walking distance of the majority of downtown tourist sights, restaurants, stores and yet you are away from the hustle and bustle of the city. You don't need a car if you stay here. The townhome was spacious and comfortable. There were two of us and it was nice that we each had our own bedroom and bathroom. Sophie was helpful with parking suggestions and was flexible with the check in time which was greatly appreciated because we arrived early. This is a great place for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

cliff m.

Wonderful rowhouse in center city
Excellent location in quiet neighborhood. Close to museums, parks, transit, and entertainment. Parking difficult, recommend offloading and parking in nearby lots.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tatyana A.

Convenient location in a nice neighbourhood. Comfortable accommodation.
We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Location, responsiveness, spaciousness, and charm
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The location is PERFECT! We walked from the 30th Street train station to the property and purchased supplies at nearby Trader Joe's and Whole Foods! Sophie is consistently available and very responsive. We walked to all the places we wanted to visit: Verizon Hall to hear the Philadelphia Orchestra, Eastern State Penitentiary, the Philadelphia Art Museum, the Rodin Museum, and The Barnes Foundation ... not to mention walks to The Constitution Center and Elfreth Alley. The Franklin Institute is just around the corner. Future renters may wish to know that this is a three-story unit with narrow stairs. We LOVED the space, the floor to ceiling doors in the kitchen, where light pours in during meals. This unit is minimally furnished and there is no cable tv (Roku in its place). But this HomeAway met every one or our needs and we would stay here again in a heartbeat. We slept well and always felt safe ... and we loved the charming neighborhood. We did not have a car but note that parking could be a challenge.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Luke M.

my stay in Philadelphia
Great place to stay. No problems what so ever. Be aware that street parking is available but difficult to obtain. Otherwise you have to pay to park in a garage of which several are available.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

Joany B., Commerce Charter Township

Convenient location. Adequate accommodations.
Sophie was very responsive to all questions, even though she was on vacation as well. Our family of 4 stayed here for 4 nights and utilized the kitchen for breakfast and reheating leftovers. Equipment was functional and met our needs. The fridge was big enough to fit the giant pizza box we brought home from Pete's Pizza around the corner. It was really good! We traveled via cab, bus and Uber to the historic area and found Uber to be the cheapest, $9. We could easily walk to the art museums and boathouse row. Our only complaint for the property was the firmness of the beds. Despite being supplied with cushy mattress pads they remained very firm. It wasn't a deal breaker but 4 night was a long time. If we come back we will bring foam toppers.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018

About the host

Hosted by Sophie

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We are working professionals with young children. I am from Taiwan and my husband is from Connecticut. We love Philadelphia and hope you will too when you visit Philadelphia, whether or not you stay in this house.

Why they chose this property

We live in the same neighborhood within 3 minute walk to this house so we will be attentive hosts.

What makes this property unique

The house is center of downtrown Philadelphia. It is a very short walk to museums, restaurants, Whole Foods, Trader Joe's and many fun things in the city. Quick trip to Penn, Drexel, Temple, Jefferson, The Philadelphia Convention Center.

This house was built right about 1801 and is one of the many unique and lovely historically certified houses in Philadelphia. The street is charming and quiet even know you are really close to everything tourists come to Philadelphia to see!

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