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In the heart of Stoudtburg Village, The Handel Haus offers a charming retreat. This 3-bedroom vacation rental features a master bedroom with an in-suite bathroom and king-size bed, a cozy living room with gas-log fireplace, and a kitchen equipped for all your cooking needs. Enjoy the dining room's standing balcony overlooking the main plaza or explore nearby shops like coffee shops, antique stores, yoga studios and German restaurants.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

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

Family rental in a unique Bavarian village on the edge of Lancaster County

The Handel Haus, our 3 bedroom vacation rental, is situated along the main plaza of Stoudtburg Village, a small Bavarian village, in Northern Lancaster County, PA. The charm and uniqueness you will find in this quaint little old world village will keep you coming back, time and time again. The main part of Stoudtburg village features homes with quaint little shops below and living area on the second and third floor. Throughout the village you will find a wonderful coffee shop, Knick knack shops, jewelry store, yoga studio, German restaurant and much more. Not to mentions the abundance of antique shops and flea markets surrounding the village.

The Handel Haus is a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom vacation rental. Most houses located in the Bavarian Village feature a shop on the lower level and living quarters on the 2nd and 3rd floor. As you enter our home you will be directed up the stairs to the main living quarters. The master bedroom has a king size bed and in suite bathroom with both bathtub and shower. The 2nd floor also features the living room with gas-log fireplace and flat screen T.V. The dining room boasts a table for 4 with some extra boards in case more room is needed. The dining room also has a small standing balcony that looks out over the main plaza. The kitchen is equipped with all your cooking needs. This is a great space for holiday getaway in beautiful Lancaster, Pa.

The third floor has two bedrooms, a bathroom and an additional sitting area with a flat screen T.V. The bedrooms on the third floor feature two twin beds and a queen size bed. This space is what makes is wonderful for families, the kids can camp out on the 3rd floor while the adults enjoy time together on the main floor.

Please note that these homes do have a bunch of stairs. The living quarters are located on the second and third floor, but the laundry room is located downstairs in the basement.

*Please note in detailed description of rate quote, the "host fee" on your end is called the cleaning fee on our end. This fee comes from our housekeepers, what they charge to clean the home after you check out, it is their living wage, not a fee we collect for the owners.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby

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
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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:

Load and start the dishwasher

Gather used towels

Remove personal items and take out the trash

Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

The guest booking the reservation will be required to provide billing address and email for our records.

This house does contain multiple stairs and level. 3 floors with laundry located in basement.

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
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, 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Adamstown is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area and Welsh Mountain Nature Preserve, while deLyn's Gallery and Car and Pedal Car Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Maple Grove Raceway or Santander Arena. Practice your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking/biking trails, cycling, and horse riding in the area. Visit our Adamstown travel guide
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Adamstown, PA

What's nearby

  • Dutch Wonderland
    Dutch Wonderland
    30 min drive - 40.7 km
  • Sight and Sound Theatre
    Sight and Sound Theatre
    34 min drive - 45.5 km
  • Hersheypark Stadium
    Hersheypark Stadium
    54 min drive - 73.4 km
  • Hersheypark
    Hersheypark
    55 min drive - 73.8 km
  • deLyn's Gallery
    2 min walk - 0.2 km

Getting around

  • Lancaster Station
    24 min drive
  • Reading, PA (RDG-Reading Regional)
    18 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Station at Reinholds Inn
    8 min drive
  • The Park Place Diner
    3 min drive
  • Never Lost Brewing Company
    3 min drive
  • Columbia Kettle Works
    6 min walk
  • Dunkin'
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family rental in a unique Bavarian village on the edge of Lancaster County 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 Family rental in a unique Bavarian village on the edge of Lancaster County?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family rental in a unique Bavarian village on the edge of Lancaster County?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family rental in a unique Bavarian village on the edge of Lancaster County located?

Situated in Adamstown, this vacation home is steps from deLyn's Gallery and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Pepperidge Farm Inc.. The Green Dragon Farmer's Market and WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Family rental in a unique Bavarian village on the edge of Lancaster County Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers 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. 97 out of 125 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 125 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 125 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 125 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 125 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber T.

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

Family Visit

We loved our stay. It was just what we needed to visit family while having our own space to come back to. Great location, super cute neighborhood
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Chrissy W.

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

Great place!

Great place! Clean and perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

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

Time away

Clean, comfortable and beautiful area!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joham L.

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

Great location

Nice little town with restaurants and small shops. Definitely recommend it
Stayed 30 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

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

Lancaster 2024

Very nice place/location
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth D.

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

A great village experience

Great place to stay. Easy access to many PA adventures from this location. Very clean and nice. Quite a few dishes to use in kitchen. The village is amazing. A little slice of old country in the middle of the city!! Only downfall was there wasn’t an ample amount of paper products and we had to go out to purchase them for use during our stay. But other than that amazing place. Would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David L.

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

Enjoyed the 4th of July with the family.

Was a wonderful place to stay and also available so close the our family. It was clean and so quiet, we were able to enjoy the restaurant and local shops at our leisure. So close to many larger cities to explore. Will seek to stay here again. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth d.

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

Cute / Quiet location

Great place to visit antique stores. Close to Lancaster and Reading. House was nice and clean. Check in and out was easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia L.

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

Very nice and comfortable!

Good location. Quiet. Spacious and clean. Lots of TV's ;)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

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

Girls weekend away!

It was the perfect meeting spot for old friends who live far apart, and needed a place to simply enjoy each other’s company. It was the perfect amount of space to be together and have some personal space. Having beautiful areas to sit, walk, and shop and live music, right outside your door was the icing on the cake!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

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

Antiques weekend

Great location, comfortable and easy to access! We were within minutes of the many antique stores. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Homer G.

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

Loved the Village concept

Visited area to shop antique and thrift stores. Loved the atmosphere in this quaint "village" right out of Europe. We had dinner at the Village Haus, which was only a 150 ft walk! We felt right at home in the townhome which offers everything you need. Will definitely return!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Gerald M.

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

Thanks!

Great place! Don’t mind the many creaks; she just has a lot to say! Lots of steps too so just be aware if that’s not your thing. We had a great time and it was perfect for us. Super clean and conveniently located to all the places we wanted to visit (Shady Maple, Lancaster, Reading, Strasberg Railroad).
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken W.

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

Perfect weekend retreat

We had a family wedding at the nearby iron spire facility. This was a great location for our family. 3 large bedrooms and a well stocked kitchen. The village has some cute stores and restaurants. You will hear a bit of noise from the shop downstairs during normal business hours. Also there is live music outside on weekend but ones a done by 10:00. Would stay again if in the area .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

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

Comfortable stay for wrestling tournament

We needed a place to fit our family of 6 for a wrestling tournament in downtown Reading. We were about 18 minutes away on an easy drive. The place was perfect for our family and had everything. With half days of wrestling this gave us a great place to unwind and spread out at costs similar to the hotels closer to town. The village was very cool to walk around and extremely safe. If we find ourselves needing a place to stay in this area, we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

David T.

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

Cute Bavarian style village

This neighborhood is so adorable ! Walking around outside made you deal like you were in another country. From the most adorable houses to the extremely well manicured lawns, courtyards, shops etc, the German restaurant had live music outside Friday night that you could hang out by the fountain or enjoy from your apartment. What a hidden gem !
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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8/10 Good

Lauren N.

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Good place for a Pennsylvania adventure

Enjoyed the stay and amenities, we had a rainy and windy weekend which led the Handle Haus sign to bang against the front of the building all night. Couldn’t get the fireplace to light. Other than those setbacks, it was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna B.

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

Great house!

Stoudtburg Village is just about the cutest place that we have stayed. It is a quiet village with a bonus of shops around the village, and across the road that we walked to. The house itself was perfect for our needs and had everything that we needed in the kitchen. We have stayed at other houses within VRBO and others and have had to go out to buy some of the items that we needed, we didn't have to do that here. My only drawback was that the upstairs bathroom needed some updates, but was still usable without a problem for our long weekend. We would definitely stay here again when in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint

Quaint village. Very much a Bavarian Village. The Octoberfest was outstanding. Many food and drink options. Great entertainment. I hope they continue this event and add others as well. The house overall was very spacious. I do feel the living room furniture needs updating. Plenty of room in the whole house. Great for multiple people. Would be nice to add some outside chairs and benches to sit in along the front in the village square. Overall, I would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a nice quiet place to enjoy family and friend time. I will consider this exact home in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Tracey M.

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

Perfect location for wedding at Ironspire

It was wonderful to be able to walk to the wedding venue. The size of the property is great. Communication was very good with host. Nice to have the pub/German beer place right across the square. Parking was super easy. We think the decor could definitely use a refresh. Some footrests were ripped and paint needed touching up. Perhaps a refresh on the linens would be a good idea too. Would also be a good idea to have signs on the downstairs doors as it does get a bit confusing. The host listed this on notes but signs would be helpful. Not a big deal though.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Agim D.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

En Gudi un Friedlichi Zeit! (A good and peaceful time!)

I had an excellent time at the Handel Haus. A very peaceful little place that overlooks the village square, giving the best view in the whole village--there's also a neat little balcony you can stand from to take it all in! And if you want to get a bite to eat, you are only seconds away from The Village Haus which is only right across the square. I spent most of my lunches and dinners there and is quite affordable. Nighttime is especially peaceful. The whole square is lit up with lights hanging across from the other houses as well as the old town lamps that are on the frontside of each house. The village is perfectly safe all times of the day and inhabited by very kind people! If you enjoy the simple village-life experience, you'll have a great time here! The inside of the house is rather dated and the floors are easy to creak, but charming and warm nonetheless! All sheets, blankets, and towels are perfectly clean, but I noticed that it gets really dusty under the beds. Also, do keep in mind that the last time I was there, the iron was broken; so do be sure to bring your own just in case it hasn't been replaced yet. I would certainly come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zohra I.

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

Rare Gem of a Location

The property and the area around it looked surreal. I felt like I was in a storybook or traveled back in time. The location gave us convenient access to Lancaster, various farmer’s markets, antique stores, and thrift stores. There are plenty of pamphlets provided to help you plan a trip if you haven’t beforehand. Also, make sure you receive a second e-mail (not from VRBO, but from the host) that will help you check-in a couple of days before. I didn’t receive anything and thought I would get it right at my check in time, which I found out was not the case. I don’t blame the host since this was a technical error and not intentional. Just message the host if you don’t get one to prevent checking in delays. Pros about the property: • Plenty of appliances and supplies provided. • Spacious home in a safe neighborhood. • Beautifully decorated. • Nice kitchen that’s well ventilated. • Beautiful view of the surrounding area. • Plenty of beds. I went with my elderly parents and aunts, and the set up was perfect where we each had our own beds. • Pamphlets of attractions and nearby restaurants provided. • Host was easy to reach and communicate with when needed. • Amazing bathroom in the master bedroom. Cons about the property: • Plumbing issues with the upstairs shower. It wasn’t frequent, but there were times it just would stop draining the water properly for a few minutes. It always ended up resolving itself so we didn’t have too much of an issue.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, easy access to local finds. The little neighborhood was charming.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Denver, PA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful home and great placement for our wedding at the IronSpire Complex. Had some problems with the fireplace and the response was a little short which didn't sit right with us. Otherwise a great home and location.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken Z.

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

Another great stay

We love this property! This is our second stay in 3 years and we’ll certainly be back. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025