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Nestled on Main Street in Leola, this charming 1920 brick home offers a luxurious retreat. Enjoy the refinished hardwood floors and garden views from the comfort of your own private backyard, just steps away from Lancaster county attractions and Lancaster city.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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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 Scheaffer House, Lancaster, Historic charm, Central location

Originally built in 1920 by a wealthy father for his seamstress daughter, this beautifully restored brick home is ready to welcome you for your stay. Refinished hardwood floors, a new kitchen and charming details make this the perfect retreat for your time away. Centrally located on Main street in Leola, you can
enjoy quick and easy access to Lancaster county attractions.

Please note that the listing includes the full original home, and that the A frame addition is occupied by a quiet tenant.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

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Policies

Check-in

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

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Long-term renters welcome
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

About the neighborhood

Leacock-Leola-Bareville is home to this vacation home. American Music Theatre Lancaster and Sight and Sound Theatre are cultural highlights, or if an activity is on the agenda, check out Spooky Nook Sports. Dutch Wonderland and Waters Edge Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Visit our Leola travel guide
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PA, Leacock-Leola-Bareville

What's nearby

  • F0CY4M A one-room schoolhouse at the Landis Valley Farm museum, located in Lancaster County, PA, includes a historical collection and d. Image shot 2015. Exact date unknown.
    Landis Valley Museum
    8 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Hands-on House
    Hands-on House
    8 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Kitchen Kettle Village
    Kitchen Kettle Village
    8 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Mascot Roller Mills
    4 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Bird in Hand Farmers Market
    8 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • Lancaster Station
    14 min drive
  • Lancaster, PA (LNS)
    13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sonic Drive-In
    6 min drive
  • Funck's Restaurant
    2 min drive
  • Gracie's On West Main
    13 min walk
  • Aunt Ruthie's
    9 min drive
  • Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
    15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Scheaffer House, Lancaster, Historic charm, Central location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Scheaffer House, Lancaster, Historic charm, Central location?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Scheaffer House, Lancaster, Historic charm, Central location?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Scheaffer House, Lancaster, Historic charm, Central location located?

Situated in Leacock-Leola-Bareville, this vacation home is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Mascot Roller Mills and within 6 mi (10 km) of Bird-in-Hand Stage and Waters Edge Mini Golf. Bird in Hand Farmers Market and Amish Farm and House are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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The Scheaffer House, Lancaster, Historic charm, Central location Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Sapna

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Listing accuracy
. The property was clean and in a great location. However, two of the bedroom doors and the full bathroom did not have locks. The listing stated there were two bathrooms, but there was only one full bathroom and one half bathroom. In one of the bedrooms with two twin beds, the air conditioning was not working. Additionally, there were no sugar or tea bags provided, and the house is relatively small. It was also not very quiet at night, as we could hear horses walking and making a lot of noise.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
First off all, the home was beautiful, spotless, roomy and the character of the home was an an even added bonus! The location was great, it was great and close to anything and everything. The Host, Jennifer, was an absolute Sweetheart and answered every question we had. I don’t like to bother hosts when we VRBO, but I did have a question and she answered it quickly. The check out instructions for the home were clear and very easy! There’s a Giant Supermarket right up the street which is very convenient and a car wash across the street. Fox Meadow Creamery is also right up the street and is a “must stop at” if you stay at the home! Loved it, We’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great! Good location. Clean and easy to access. Host was very responsive!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mari K.

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

Basketball Tournament Weekend Retreat

The home was spacious and beautifully decorated. Our teenage boys loved the large sofa for hanging out after their basketball games at SpookyNook. It was nice to have two large and separate living spaces. The bedrooms were spacious and comfortable. The gourmet coffee maker was as a treat once we figured out how to empty the grounds and use it. We were able to walk to the grocery store which was convenient. It has a large back yard that we did not use but would be good for lawn games. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber J.

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

Perfect stay!

The house was so cute and welcoming. Stocked with all the cooking supplies and extras that came in handy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie T.

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

Charming older home

Very cute and spacious home. Responsive and accommodating host. The listing and previous reviews accurately described being located on a busier street, the noise machine helped.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth J.

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

Serene And Charming

What a luxurious home! It is beautiful and relaxing. It is the perfect location with easy access to Lancaster while being located outside of the city with a serene outdoor setting. The back deck overlooking the garden area was delightful! The home was spacious and comfortable. The two living areas offered separation for those who wanted a quiet reading spot from those who wanted to lounge and watch tv. A perfectly clean and inviting home! The fresh cut flowers were an added charming surprise
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lavon E.

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

Weekend stay

We found the place to be very clean and was very appealing to the eye. It was a very nice sized property and house. There was 6 of us and we had lots of room and it was a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda K.

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

Girls Trip

House was just as described but the traffic is heavy in front of the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carl P.

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

Girls Gone Mild

4 College girlfriends enjoyed a wonderful getaway. Your home is beautiful, warm, cozy and had everything needed to make our trip relaxing and memorable. The beds are comfortable, extras blankets and pillows were appreciated. The individual AC units are easy to control. Although the house is on the main street, we were able to sleep through the night. We enjoyed hearing the "Klippity~Klop" of the Amish buggies passing by. The Giant grocery store is nearby around the corner. Convenient to other nearby stores. available
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kat B.

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

Quilting in PA

My mom, her cousin and I came for the American Quilt Society show in Lancaster (Fabulous by the way) and this house was perfect. Nicely centrally located to every thing we wanted to do and see. Very comfortable. Would recommend it to anyone who wants to explore and enjoy Lancaster County.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steph O.

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

Family vacation

Our stay here was fantastic!! The house was just and described and extremely clean! The host Jennifer was top notch when it came to communication on any questions we had. We will definitely stay here again for our next trip to Lancaster!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nina G.

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

Gem in Leola

Beautifully restored and decorated 1920's home on Main Street Leola. Simple yet elegant with plenty of room for a large family to relax and enjoy quaint Lancaster County. Chip and Joanna Gaines and the Magnolia network would have been impressed with the decorating details in this home. Solid wood doors with original fixtures were stunning along with modern and updated kitchen appliances. Checking in and checking out was seamless with excellent communication from our host. We appreciated the extras including iron/ironing board, Dyson fan and hair dryers. Although this home is located on a busy street, most of the traffic died down by evening. Be sure to explore the deep lot with beautiful landscaping. And in the evening, take a moment to soak up nature on the private and secluded deck. We'll be back again, thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Wonderful Stay

We enjoyed our stay here. It was close to good restaurants (make sure you check out Gracie’s on West Main) and grocery stores. Not a long drive to see the Railroad Museum. A little bit of a hike to Hershey, but we knew that when we booked and didn’t mind. The house itself is very roomy. There were only 3 of us but I can see there would be plenty of room for a larger party. House is beautiful and comfortable and we loved the backyard too! We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie R.

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

Excellent Place to Gather

This house was perfect for our annual girls weekend. It was centrally located to all our activities in Lancaster County. We prefer quiet evenings with games and chatter and this suited us perfectly. The house was clean and comfortable. The kitchen had updated appliances. The bedrooms were a nice size with comfy beds. The host was easy to communicate with. I would stay again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carmen D.

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

Great stay

Nice accommodations, perfect for our group.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kris C.

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

Clean and comfortable

We were happy to arrive to a big, beautiful, clean home. Jennifer was easy to get a hold of an very accommodating. There were fresh linens and towels. The back yard is also lovely to stroll through.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Stacy S.

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

Girls Vacay in PA

Home was beautiful and modernly minimalistic. Still had that old original charm which we loved! Excellent temperature control (house was cool throughout on a hot humid day). Backyard is a great size for kids to run around and has a lot of potential to do out there. I spoke to the owner about a few things and was promptly answered back. House was very clean with the exception of the hardwood floors needing a heavy effort mopping throughout the house. If you plan on cooking, the house has most of the basic utensils (I bought and left an oven mitt there because they didn't have one) but otherwise plan on going to the store to buy everything else you'd use at home. I've stayed at different houses in different states using VRBO and all had a kitchen full of cooking essentials and things that people bought and left for the next person (the unspoken rule of use what you need and leave it, or leave something for the next person like sugar). This place only had salt and pepper, one other spice, and a tablespoon of olive oil. I left some things for the next person and hopefully people will keep adding as they stay there or the owner will add more. The house is on a busy main road which can get extremely congested around 4-6pm (25 minutes to move 1/8 mile to the house at the intersection on a Tues) but any other time of day it's smooth sailing. Otherwise, it's in an excellent central location to Amish Village, Shady Maple Smorgasbord, etc. (1.5hr to Gettysburg).
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon A.

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

Excellent weekend getaway

Absolutely enjoyed the stay. Had everything needed for the long weekend with family. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine H.

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

Very clean

The house was spacious and very clean and beautifully decorated (no clutter!). We appreciated space to spread out and loved the sunny kitchen that spills over into a sunroom! The back deck was also lovely. I did use the Dyson fan that was provided at night for the front bedroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trish H.

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

Leola weekend

My friend and I were so pleased with how clean and neat everything was in the house. There were many little touches that made it special (e.g. blankets on couch to snuggle with). We would have liked a mirror in each bedroom. The only upstairs mirror was in the bathroom, but that was a minor point to the wonderful decor.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valeria N.

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

A great place to feel connected to the old world

We traveled to PA to experience some winter. The house was easy to locate, roomy and warm (once we figured out the correct thermostats for upstairs). The house is situated on a busy road but extremely accessible. We didn't mind the noise. The floors were creaky but lent to the charm of the house. Our children used the blankets and pillows to gather around the TV room on the floor. Overall it was centrally located to all the areas we wanted to visit. We didn't explore the yard but enjoyed the view and all the birds in the twisty tree located on the veranda.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett M.

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

Very nicely updated older home

We love the old world charm along with a very nicely updated house. It had pretty much everything we could have wanted. It does sit on a noisy road but the Dyson fan came in handy to provide white noise at night. Will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Beautiful house in a lovely area

We had a very nice short stay in this lovely house. The area ia beautifully and the house was very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave D.

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

Quaint home with lots of character

Perfect stay for our family of four. Centrally located to everything we needed. Private,spacious home with updated amenities yet still holds charm of a 1920s home. We will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023