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Historic Home on Gay Street.

Vacation home near West Chester University of Pennsylvania in West Chester

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A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a blue armchair, and a gold tray on a ottoman.
An interior with a brick archway leading to a dining area with wooden flooring and a table set for four.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a blue armchair, and a patterned rug.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a blue armchair, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A modern bathroom with white subway tiles, a glass shower enclosure, and a geometric black and white patterned floor.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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West Chester, PA
  • Place, Everhart Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, West Chester University of Pennsylvania
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Marshall Square
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

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About the area

West Chester

In West Chester .Your stay at this West Chester vacation home places you within a 10-minute walk of Chester County Historical Society and Everhart Park. Marshall Square and West Chester University of Pennsylvania are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Everhart Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Chester County Historical Society - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • West Chester University of Pennsylvania - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Barclay Grounds - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Marshall Square - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Exton Whitford Station - 9 min drive
  • Wilmington, DE (ILG-New Castle) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kildare's Irish Pub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪LaScala's FIRE West Chester - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sedona Taphouse West Chester - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Turk’s Head Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Stove and Tap III - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Historic Home on Gay Street.

About this space
Welcome to historic downtown West Chester, PA. This freshly renovated historic home boasts 2 Queen bedrooms and 2 full baths, sleeping 6. Amenities and accommodation await behind the lavender door. This home is nestled on one of the most desirable blocks in the borough that boasts 260 years of history. Convenience, history, haven, and limitless adventures begin with your stay at 236 W Gay street. Take a look behind the lavender door.
The space
Welcome to historic downtown West Chester, PA. This freshly renovated historic home boasts 2 Queen bedrooms and 2 full baths, sleeping 6. Amenities and accommodation await behind the lavender door. This home is nestled on one of the most desirable blocks in the borough that boasts 260 years of history. You are immediately welcomed into the primary living room of the home, with a bright and airy ambiance, accented by a fireplace focal feature. This area of the home is bathed in natural light and an ideal place to unwind after your day of perusing the bevy of local shops and restaurants afforded by this borough locale. The traditional floor plan transitions into the formal dining room with seating for 6, and onto the spacious kitchen. With all of the conveniences of home, in addition to holding ample prep and storage space, this area gives you the comfortability of creating your own culinary delights throughout your stay. To the rear of the home you will find the recreational comfort of the second living room. Unwind with a movie, challenge others to a board game, or start your day with a book and espresso pairing. This secondary living room also holds a Queen Sofabed and adjoins to a full bath and laundry. This space also allows you to blend indoor and outdoor living with ease. Dine al fresco and enjoy a pairing of wine from one of Chester County's wineries such as Chaddsford Winery or Penns Woods Winery on the private patio. The secondary floor of living boasts two spacious bedrooms with Queen beds and a full bath, providing you all of the creature comforts of home. Parking garage access is also a bonus feature of this West Chester abode.

236 W Gay street is perched in the heart of West Chester, PA, the county "seat" as it is called. With a plethora of options for dining, (Opa Taverna, Limoncello, Mercato, Greystone, and D'Ascemzo's Gelato), shopping (including the renowned King of Prussia Mall), historic tours, wineries (Chaddsford Winery, Penns Woods Winery, Galer Estate Vineyard and Winery) and more. The home is minutes to the esteemed attraction of Longwood Gardens, nestled near the Brandywine Battlefield, close to historic Valley Forge, as well as steps from West Chester University. The home is also central to many local hiking trails, streams for fishing, and canoeing, Marsh Creek Lake for calm beaches, paddleboarding, sailing, and more. The Brandywine River Valley has endless outdoor escapes.

Convenience, history, haven, and limitless adventures begin with your stay at 236 W Gay street. Take a look behind the lavender door.
Guest access
Whole House with one car detached garage

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Historic Home on Gay Street. to the airport?

This vacation home is 24 mi (48-min drive) away from the Wilmington, DE (ILG-New Castle) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Historic Home on Gay Street. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Historic Home on Gay Street. offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Historic Home on Gay Street.?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Historic Home on Gay Street.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Historic Home on Gay Street.?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Historic Home on Gay Street. have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Historic Home on Gay Street. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Historic Home on Gay Street. to downtown West Chester?

This vacation home is 0.2 mi away from West Chester.

Historic Home on Gay Street. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome had a great time Had breakfast lunch and dinner downtownWill definitely use this location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and hope to go back there soon!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and well appointed. Enjoyed the stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelley K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Historic lodgings in West Chester, PA - this newly renovated home was a very comfortable place to stay while we were in town for a family wedding. It has all the amenities needed plus it is located within walking distance to many good restaurants in the borough. We toured Valley Forge too which is close by. You can’t go wrong staying here. The owners did a great job with the renovations.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and cozy stay. Beautifully renovated. Located walking distance from food, coffee and shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie W.

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

Historic Charm Near Campus

We had a wonderful stay here. So many places to walk to, and just truly enjoyed our time. Wonderful host!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan F.

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

Great location

Perfect for a guest family visiting
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

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

Awesome spot in town

Best spot in town!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Derek’s home was amazing. The beauty and charm inside was stunning. The place was clean and we instantly felt right at home. We walked to dinner
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andre S.

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

Great stay in a great location

This place is very well kept. Check in was super easy. Kitchen fully stocked with everything you would need and love the coffee machine. Location is primo as it’s within walking distance to many restaurant and bar choices. Garage parking is a nice feature as well. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Val D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location of this property was perfect - we could walk to eating and shopping in West Chester. We also appreciated the secluded feel of the back yard. As long as you are comfortable climbing stairs (it is a historic home that includes somewhat steep steps to the bedrooms), I would definitely recommend this home!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

donna E.

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

Another Great Stay

This is our second stay at the Gay Street house. The location is great the house is great and bonus there is garage parking.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy M.

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

Great Location

Very clean, well maintained home. Great location, easy parking, totally enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bern R.

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

Perfect stay

This is a great place to stay for multiple reasons. The house is clean and so close to a great town. I will rent it again next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathery s.

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

Family gathering

Nice place to stay while visiting family. Ideal location and garage was a huge plus. Owner was very responsive and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim L.

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

Family stay for wedding

The property met our needs for a quick stay for my sister's wedding. Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

rodney l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One car garage Parking on property very Convenient and safe. Kitchen is Amply supplied with covenient mobile Island. Plenty of hot water for showers. Bedrooms are clean and comfortable. Just walk out front door ,turn right and you are a block and a half from a very occupied uptown area with indoor and outdoor eating.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynda T.

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

Wonderful location, charming town.

Our stay was lovely. Nice condo, clean and well appointed. We would stay there again. Off street parking was a plus. Great host, left a list of delicious places to eat which we gladly took advantage of!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Georgianne B.

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

Charming historic townhouse

The pictures were completely accurate, and the communication with the host was very easy. It truly was charming!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tiffany G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Please be aware that the ultra thin windows make it difficult to sleep in the master bedroom because the main street is literally just outside and you can constantly hear the roar of engines as cars drive by and the hooting and hollering of college kids going out on Friday and Saturday nights. I struggled to get any rest even when I had ear plugs in and ended up sleeping on the couch at the back of the house instead. Also, the floorboards were pretty creaky so made it hard to move around the house without waking everyone.The property is otherwise in a pretty convenient location and was well-kept for such an old structure. Host gave clear instructions for how to get into the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy K.

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

Great Stay

Was in town for a wedding. Lovely townhome. Would absolutely stay again. Thanks Derek!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

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

Great House

This is a great house with so much character and charm. It’s a perfect location. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maryrose H.

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

Great family visit to West Chester

Beautiful property. In walking distance to many restaurants and shops. great check in information. Garage parking was a bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt Y.

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

Terrific!

Great location, great property, great host. What else can you ask for?!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DANIEL M.

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

Longwood Garden

Perfect place to stay for our trip to a longwood garden concert
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

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