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The Hideaway - 19 Private Acres to Explore

The Hideaway - 19 Private Acres to Explore

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Exterior
Property grounds
Private screened in porch with seating for 4, fire pit table, and wine fridge
Terrace/patio
Interior

Overview of The Hideaway - 19 Private Acres to Explore

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

Map
Hummelstown, PA
  • Popular LocationHershey's Chocolate World9 min drive
  • Popular LocationGiant Center9 min drive
  • AirportHarrisburg, PA (MDT-Harrisburg Intl.)11 min drive
  • Popular LocationHersheypark12 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Master

1 Queen Bed

Second Bedroom

1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

The Hideaway - 19 Private Acres to Explore

Just 10 minutes from Hershey Park/Giant Center, we're located on a 19-acre parcel of wooded land that boasts private walking trails, a 6-basket disc golf course, a large swingset/play structure, and a pavilion with a fire pit, outdoor dining, and grill/flat top cooking.

We will never ask guests to go through an excessive cleaning process at check-out. Please be respectful of our home and tidy up when you leave. But let us worry about the linens and trash. Enjoy your stay!

Our property is about a 10 minute drive to Hershey Park and the Giant Center, and about 5 minutes to Hershey Medical Center. We're also a 10 minute drive to downtown Harrisburg, the Capital Building, and the Harrisburg International Airport. We offer 3 beds along with 2 oversized couches and air mattresses. Please reach out if you have questions about whether our home is the right size for your party!

We’re located on a 19 acre parcel of wooded land with private walking trails, a 5 basket disc golf course (so far), a large swing set/play structure and kid’s cottage, a pavilion with a fire pit, outdoor dining, and grill and flat top cooking. Our property is a nature lover’s paradise. During your visit you may see turkeys, foxes, pheasants, deer, squirrels, cardinals, blue jays, orioles, hawks, and even eagles.

Our B&B is on the bottom floor of our family home. I live upstairs with my husband, two children, and old boxer/blue tick mix Dixie. You will have your own private entrance and completely separate living facilities as well as three dedicated parking spots. Please be aware that there is some sound transfer between your living quarters and ours. So we will be audible to you at times.

When you arrive, you can enter the house by walking down curved concrete steps and into a cozy screened in porch with seating for 4, and gas firepit table. This area is adjacent to our outdoor patio which features seating for 6, a ceiling fan and (soon) a smart TV.

From there, you can enter the guest house through the glass door into a spacious open concept living/dining/game room. To your right is a large seating/living room area with seating for 8 and a smart TV. We also provide family board games and some toys for younger children. The room also has an electronic dart set and air bubble hockey table, and arcade machines for your enjoyment.

To your left is the dining area with an expandable table that seats 8, a second lounging area that seat 5 with a tv, and a kitchenette. The kitchen area includes a full sized refrigerator/freezer, a toaster oven, panini press, and Keurig. We provide utensils, plates, bowls, cups, wine glasses, Tupperware, assorted k-cups, tea and more. We do NOT have a stove/oven as it is not permitted per our zoning ordinance. We do have outdoor cooking options under the pavilion (Weber propane grill, Blackstone flatiron cooktop, and cooking prep station). There is a large utility sink in the laundry area that can also be used for dishes.

Moving ahead from the entrance past the living area you will arrive at the bedrooms and bathrooms. To your left is the second bedroom which contains a twin over full bunk bed, a desk/office area, and a smart tv. Through the closet doors is the washer, dryer, and utility sink. The bathroom is straight ahead and includes a stand-up shower. Towels and amenities (shampoo/conditioner/soap/hair dryer etc) are provided. Continue through the bathroom to the master bedroom which includes a queen bed and tv. In the closet you will find an iron, pack and play, extra blankets/sheets, and air mattresses (Queen, Full, 2 Twin). The master also has a separate entrance that opens into the living room area.

There is a locked door across from the second bedroom that leads upstairs to the main house where I live with my family. Feel free to interact as much or as little with us as you like. As I mentioned, all areas described above are dedicated space for you, and completely separate and private.

The property includes 19 acres of mostly wooded land that you can feel free to explore. I have provided an aerial view map showing some of the areas you might like to explore. To the east of the driveway there is a walkway leading to a large pavilion with a Weber Grill, Blackstone Flatiron Cooktop, and cooking prep station. There is also a large high top table that seats 10 and converts into a shuffleboard table. Next to the pavilion is a fire pit with seating for 8 adults and 2 children. There is plenty of downed wood throughout the property that you can collect and use for firewood, or we can provide cut dried wood ($). Please do not cut anything live down though. We also provide skewers and mountain pie makers for cooking over the fire.

Various lawn games are available upon request (disc golf, croquet, bocce ball, ladder ball, corn hole, spike ball, and Kan Jam)

There is no running water at the pavilion but there is a spigot with a hose attached to the house that will reach the pavilion if you need water for anything.

To the west of the house is a small clearing for children to play. It includes a large swing set/playset, small children’s cottage with loft, and rope climbing tunnel.

There are various trails throughout the property. Some are wide, mowed, well-maintained paths. Others are little more than foot trails through the woods (see photos). There is a 5 basket disc golf course along the well maintained section. If you venture to the foot trails through the woods at the back of the property, be advised that some of the trails are steep and rocky. In the spring and after heavy rainfall. the trails will run through a temporary creek that our children enjoy splashing around in. It will dry up in the summer and dry times though.

All outdoor recreational areas are to be used at your own risk. Check for ticks, especially in the summer months. Leave the wildlife alone. Keep an eye out for the walnuts that tend to fall near the firepit area toward the end of summer and in the fall of the year.

We also provide a welcome book with local attractions, rainy day recommendations, restaurant suggestions, and hiking/biking/kayaking trails.

Please don't hesitate to reach out to us if you need anything that we just didn't think of. We also welcome feedback of anything else that we can provide or how we can help make your stay better. Thanks for looking at our home!

Mary

Property manager

MARY SWARTZ
Premier Host
Premier Host

Amenities

Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 12
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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the neighborhood

Hummelstown

Located in Hummelstown, this vacation home is in a rural area. Hershey Theatre is a cultural highlight and some of the area's popular attractions include Hersheypark and Hershey's Chocolate World. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Giant Center or Hersheypark Stadium.
Map
Hummelstown, PA

What's nearby

  • Indian Echo Caverns - 7 min walk
  • Hershey's Chocolate World - 9 min drive
  • Giant Center - 9 min drive
  • Hersheypark Stadium - 10 min drive
  • Hersheypark - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Middletown Station - 9 min drive
  • Harrisburg Intl. Airport (MDT) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 5 min drive
  • McDonald's - 4 min drive
  • Starbucks - 6 min drive
  • Taco Bell - 4 min drive
  • Arooga's - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Hideaway - 19 Private Acres to Explore pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Hideaway - 19 Private Acres to Explore?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Hideaway - 19 Private Acres to Explore?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Hideaway - 19 Private Acres to Explore located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Indian Echo Caverns and Echo Dell Indian Echo Caverns. Hersheypark and Hershey's Chocolate World are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patrick D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Cool Apartment!
This was a great spot very close to Hersheypark! Fun for the kids with an arcade machine and bubble hockey. Big TV for movie night!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jaime L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Check-in was a breeze and communication with owner was seamless. The place had really cool old school video games that my 10-year old and husband enjoyed! We stayed for Hogan Hershey lacrosse tournament, and travel to and from the fields was easy. Would book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Scott G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Scott Geiger
Property owner was very responsive. There was a mixup with the cleaning staff preparing the property however she fixed this problem quickly and was very good with communication. Property was as listed. Would recommend this property to people in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Curtis P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, quiet, and the perfect location!
Our family stayed here two nights while we enjoyed the caverns and Hersheypark. The house was as advertised and exactly what we needed. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for what we needed
This property was exactly what we were looking for - close to Hersheypark, plenty of room for family, and plenty to do. The kids loved bubble hockey and the arcade, and we loved being able to explore the property. Mary was an excellent host and was able to accommodate our early arrival.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

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Hosted by MARY SWARTZ

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