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Thaddeus Stevens' Gettysburg Log Home

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Exterior
TV, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Explore the area

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Gettysburg, PA
  • Popular LocationGettysburg College4 min walk
  • Popular LocationJennie Wade House7 min walk
  • Popular LocationGettysburg Battlefield Museum18 min walk
  • AirportHarrisburg, PA (MDT-Harrisburg Intl.)57 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.

Thaddeus Stevens' Gettysburg Log Home

Be our guest in a beautiful piece of American history! Built in 1790, this log home exemplifies a page from our history books with original wood floors, walls and beams. Located just 5 minutes walk from downtown, Lincoln Square, the home was once owned by Thaddeus Stevens and sits with a front seat view of where the Confederates occupied West Middle Street during the Battle of Gettysburg. The home, while keeping it's historic character, also contains modern conveniences (central air conditioning, recessed lighting, fully updated kitchen and baths, etc.). The Thaddeus Steven's house has 3 cozy bedrooms (upstairs, 2queen, 1full) and 1 & 1/2 bathrooms. Perfect for a couple, family or group of friends! Join us in this gorgeous historical home as you explore Gettysburg! **Please keep in mind the home was built in a time, when people were smaller. Ceilings and doorways are low. The floors slant and creak. The closet space is limited. And the home may not be functional for people with certain physical mobility issues. Appreciate where you are--transported to a special time--imagine yourself in another era! Enjoy Gettysburg!

Property manager

Sarah

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 5

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

Thaddeus Stevens' Gettysburg Log Home House
Thaddeus Stevens' Log Home House
Thaddeus Stevens' Log Home
Thaddeus Stevens' Gettysburg Log Home Gettysburg
Thaddeus Stevens' Gettysburg Log Home Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Gettysburg

This vacation home is located in Gettysburg. Gettysburg Battlefield Museum and Gettysburg Museum of History are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Outlet Shoppes at Gettysburg and Mr Ed’s Elephant Museum. Gettysburg Railroad Station Museum and Victorian Photography Studio are also worth visiting.
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What's nearby

  • Gettysburg College - 4 min walk
  • Gettysburg Museum of History - 5 min walk
  • Jennie Wade House - 7 min walk
  • Gettysburg National Military Park - 13 min walk
  • Gettysburg Battlefield Museum - 18 min walk

Getting around

  • Hagerstown, MD (HGR-Hagerstown Regional) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • O'Rorke's Eatery & Spirits - 12 min walk
  • Dobbin House Tavern - 11 min walk
  • Blue & Gray Bar & Grill - 5 min walk
  • Gettysburger - 4 min walk
  • Lincoln Diner - 6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Thaddeus Stevens' Gettysburg Log Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Thaddeus Stevens' Gettysburg Log Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Thaddeus Stevens' Gettysburg Log Home?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Thaddeus Stevens' Gettysburg Log Home located?

Situated in Gettysburg, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of J&P Winery and Gettysburg National Military Park. Adams County Winery and Gettysburg College are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T., Seward, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
A piece of history
My friend & I loved staying at the Thaddeus Stevens House. The house was well stocked and very cozy. The location is perfect, within walking distance to the shops and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home Away from Home
We think Thaddeus Stevens himself would have loved this log house. We certainly did during our 3 day stay. Cozy and well decorated. A well equipped kitchen with dishwasher. Close to downtown and just steps away to a local grocery. The owner, Sarah, is truly exceptional! Helped us in so many ways including making sure our kitchen skillet was returned to us after we accidentally left it in a cupboard. Hats off to Sarah, and a great little getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Back to Gettysburg we go!
Growing up in the Gettysburg area, I developed a love of history not only for the Civil War, but among other sites across the U.S. Our friends and my husband and I visited Gettysburg during the month of April, and loved every minute of it! The Thaddeus Steven’s house was a gem! The house was comfortable and we appreciated the historic ambiance that Sarah and John created for their guests. So nice to be able to walk pretty much everywhere uptown and down Baltimore Street and Steinwehr Ave. Visited some museums that had recently opened that we had never been too. All well done! Might we come back again and stay in this house? Yes!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa V.

Liked: Cleanliness
All the feels of Gettysburg
After a long day of touring the battlefield, this place was perfect to return to. Great location, modern amenities with an authentic, historical feel. The house was nice and cozy, the shower had great water pressure and the beds were comfy. We will stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg C.

Liked: Cleanliness
President's day weekend
Wonderful weekend in a historic house. Close to downtown with restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceeded expectations.
We all thoroughly enjoyed our two days at the Thadeus Stevens Cabin and Gettysburg. Couldn't have been better.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Aimee d., Enon Valley, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the cabin. It was like borrowing a friend's special house. Host was very easy to communicate with, and check in instructions were clear, friendly, and helpful. Grocery store is super close, and it's less than a 10 minute walk to the center of town. Good off street parking, easy to get to and perfect location as home base for visiting all the historical sites.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M.

Historic Home in the Heart of Gettysburg!
We had a terrific stay at the Thaddeus Stevens log cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay!
We had a great 4 nights at the Thaddeus Stevens home! Sarah was great to communicate with, the house was cozy, and at a great location. The home had everything we needed, and we enjoyed spending time in the backyard. We would absolutely stay here again and cannot recommend it enough!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Genuine log cabin
As advertised, very rustic. Clean and neat. What you would expect in a 240 year old log cabin. But everything functioned and we were perfectly comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Steeped In History
We came to experience Gettysburg and stay in this historic residence in the middle of town was perfect. Thaddeus Stevens was a prominent figure in the area and we were delighted to be a guest in the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori S., California, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Met "The Experience" Expectations
Photos in the site do this property justice. It looked exactly as pictured so I did not need my GPS to tell me, "You have reached your destination". Although the property is right on the street, I expected a lot of road noise but tge town is very quiet at night and I did not hear any noise from the neighbors. The owners were very responsive to my texts and they left very detailed instructions on how to use everything, where to park, how to cleanup and history on the cabin itself. Thaddeus Stevens as a very interesting man. The only thing you will possibly need to remember to bring is a blow dryer and extension cords as outlets in the bedrooms are difficult to get to.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved our visit!
This property is a fabulous find for those wanting to stay within walking distance of downtown Gettysburg. We found the cabin to be quint, cozy, and very hospitable for us- very well outfitted. I would definitely recommend this for travelers who want to experience a little piece of history.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay in Gettysburg
This house was amazing. To actually live in a piece of history was such a great experience. This place was in the perfect location with the grocery store just down the block along with many restaurants and attractions close by.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Kevin Q.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Gettysburg
Great and accurate description on the Internet. Great location walking distance to everything. I would only recommend that it has a dehumidifier as it was very humid and damp in there.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gayle H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday vacation
It was a great mini vacation. Between the history of the house and the city we had a great experience. Everything was clean and within walking distance of the square. We also enjoyed searching for the dollar bills that previous guests hidden (though we only found 3). My only suggestion would be to have either room darkening blinds or curtains in the bedrooms. Once the sun came up it was difficult to sleep, and being on vacation, sunrise came way to early.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annalisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy historic cabin
The home was perfect for our needs and in a great location. Walking distance to shops and restaurants. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Historic Cabin in great location
Great location. A true historic gem and experience. The AC worked great, and it’s so charming. It’s a notorious relic—expect creaky floors, low door frames, and a true cabin. But it’s great. Well stocked, easy check in and nice outdoor space. Only suggestion is it needs better mattresses on beds. Kind of hard—bearable, but could be better! Overall really loved it though!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Location
The house is an old historic home. The listing accurately describes the house. The location of the house on Middle Street is ideal for walking around the historic downtown and many museums, shops, and restaurants are in easy walking distance.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David D.

Great location and history
The cabin is welcoming and as spacious as most state park cabins. Bedding, linens and bathrooms clean and very comfortable (very comfortable mattresses). Kitchen,pots and silverware clean and lots to work with...only thing wrong was some of the plates were not thoroughly cleaned. Neighborhood is nice, just a block from Lincoln Circle; full grocery across the street. People(including us) leave brochures in a basket in the kitchen with suggestions for sightseeing. We would suggest that in addition to the cleaning after every booking, the folks should consider a "deep clean" around the edges 2-3 times a year (sorry - it gets noticeable after a few days). The owners are great to work with; they seem to really care that you enjoy their house and their city. and again, the location is very central...walk to downtown shopping, five minute drive to the battlefields!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Farrah T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Girls Trip
Our (five “40 somethings”) trip has fabulous! Our stay at the house was perfect for our “girls getaway”, plenty of space inside and outside. We loved sitting outside in the backyard as it was very shaded, great patio set and not noisy. The location of the home was our very favorite part. We could walk everywhere even to the battlefields in about 20 minutes. Our contact with the host was very easy and they chose to be very available to us if we were in need of any assistance. We all loved our stay and look forward to another visit soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Historic Stay
This property is an historic log home that has been updated to give you modern amenities while retaining the historic feel. And they did a wonderful job! It’s within walking distance of so many of the Gettysburg sites and restaurants yet has a relaxing back patio that makes you feel like you’re away from it all. The period log fence (I think it’s called a worm fence) adds the perfect touch. Shower has great water pressure and bed was comfortable. Just a very cool place to stay! Host Sarah is wonderfully responsive and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Haunting Historic House
I found this house on VRBO and after much research, I knew this was the place to stay! The 3 bedroom house was perfect for my husband, 2 boys, and mother-in-law. We are huge fans of everything paranormal, so we knew we had to bring our EVP recorder! The first night we didn’t catch anything. However, the second night, I asked if anyone had died here. And we caught an evp answering “No.” clear as day! He must be super shy and friendly because that was all we caught, and we didn’t feel anything negative in the house. The house was stocked with everything we needed, from coffee creamer cups to pitchers! Beds were super comfortable and there were plenty of bath towels. The house is walkable to everything! We definitely recommend the ghost tours and the Seminary Ridge. Only thing we were bummed about was that Little Round Top is inaccessible till summer. But that just gives us another reason to visit next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Very cute home. Great location, we did not have to drive to anything which was great. Fun little game while you are there, finding dollar bills that have been hidden by other visitors.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy P., Brookfield, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun Place to stay!
Our family loved Gettysburg and this home could not have been more fun to stay in. Sarah was great and the property is within walking distance to many restaurants, shops and museums.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023