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2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Smart TV, video games, offices
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Overview of The Hideaway - 19 Private Acres to Explore

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10

Exceptional

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  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
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  • DryerDryerDryer

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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

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About the neighborhood

Hummelstown

In Hummelstown .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Indian Echo Caverns and 2 miles (3 km) of Echo Dell Indian Echo Caverns with a stay here. Hersheypark and Hershey's Chocolate World are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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

About this property

Entire place

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

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

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

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
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
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. Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Contactless check-out is available.

Property is also known as

Hershey Hideaway Bed Breakfast
Hershey Hideaway - 19 Private Acres to Explore Hummelstown

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Hideaway - 19 Private Acres to Explore to the airport?

This vacation home is 7.6 mi (12-min drive) away from the Harrisburg Intl. Airport (MDT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Hideaway - 19 Private Acres to Explore have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does The Hideaway - 19 Private Acres to Explore offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Hideaway - 19 Private Acres to Explore?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Hollywood Casino at Penn National Race Course (22-min drive) and Hollywood Casino (22-min drive) are nearby.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Hideaway - 19 Private Acres to Explore?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Hideaway - 19 Private Acres to Explore have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Hideaway - 19 Private Acres to Explore have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Hideaway - 19 Private Acres to Explore to downtown Hummelstown?

This vacation home is 0.9 mi away from Hummelstown.

The Hideaway - 19 Private Acres to Explore Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 11 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patrick D., Washington DC

Liked: Cleanliness
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
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
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
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
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

10/10 Excellent

Samantha D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway to Hershey
We had a wonderful stay at this cozy spot. Our kids LOVED the toys, puzzles, and outdoor playground area. The hosts’ responsiveness and care was much appreciated. We enjoyed their booklet of local restaurant/activity recommendations, and we also found the map of the property super helpful to take a short family hike one morning. There is no kitchen sink or oven if you’re looking to cook, but we were not and really liked the coffee bar selections. Hope to make it back at some point!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alissa F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect weekend getaway!
Traveling with children is a lot and it’s such a treat to have a rental with all the supplies and entertainment for children already available. We didn’t have to bring a single toy, the kids had nonstop fun playing with the toys provided and on the playground. It was convenient to Hershey Park and the Giant Center which is what brought us to town. Would definitely choose to stay at Mary’s place again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine B., Portland

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Hershey Park weekend stay
A nice family friendly space which worked well since we only ate breakfast here. Enjoyed the large garden and arcade games.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Hershey Weekend Trip
Rented the space for the weekend with my friends (all young adults). The second bedroom is definitely geared more towards children, but we still had plenty of sleeping space to make it work. The location also provided plenty of entertainment with board games and an arcade machine. Mary was extremely responsive and helpful when needed. If you're looking for a straight forward rental experience with no surprises consider staying here. If we ever plan another hershey trip, we all said we'd stay here again! Thanks Mary!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alan W., Jackson Heights, NY USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Nice
The space was just as advertised and was very pleasant. The only real downside to it, which is explained in the listing, is that it doesn't have a full kitchen -- only a kitchenette with no stove or sink (there's a large sink in the laundry room). There is, however, a refrigerator/freezer, microwave, toaster/oven, and even a Keurig machine, which can get you pretty far. Again, this is mentioned in the listing, and the property is overall very nice. It's also very close to all the Hershey attractions, which is a huge plus. Finally, the family that owns the house is very nice. Recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022