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# Modern Kid-Friendly Stay, Conveniently Located near MessiahU & Harrisburg

Family-friendly vacation home in Mechanicsburg

![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91250000/91246100/91246100/6a2e7f63.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit)

![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91250000/91246100/91246100/173026f7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91250000/91246100/91246100/398e9f59.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91250000/91246100/91246100/ba2fbda6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91250000/91246100/91246100/8aaa8957.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

-   Overview
-   Amenities
-   Policies
-   Location

In the heart of Central PA, The Emerald Dragonfly offers a warm and inviting space. Enjoy this beautiful 4 bedroom townhome with local hosts who can provide recommendations to explore all that Central PA has to offer.

10

Exceptional

### Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

## Popular amenities

-   Dryer
    
-   Washer
    
-   Parking available
    
-   Kitchen
    
-   Barbecue grill
    
-   Outdoor space
    

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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.

### Modern Kid-Friendly Stay, Conveniently Located near MessiahU & Harrisburg

Conveniently located 1 mile from Messiah University, 15 minutes from Ski Roundtop Resort and the city of Harrisburg, The Emerald Dragonfly is a family-friendly, modern, spacious getaway that is home away from home... Enjoy this beautiful 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath townhome that is suited to meet your needs.... Local hosts that can provide recommendations, enjoy all Central PA has to offer with the Emerald Dragonfly....

## Property amenities

### Ski

-   Close to skiing
    
-   Snowboarding nearby
    

### Internet

-   Available in the house: WiFi
    

### Parking and transportation

-   Onsite parking options include a garage
    

### Kitchen

-   Coffee/tea maker
    
-   Cookware, dishware, and utensils
    
-   Dishwasher
    
-   Electric kettle
    
-   Ice maker
    
-   Microwave
    
-   Oven
    
-   Paper towels
    
-   Refrigerator
    
-   Spices
    
-   Stovetop
    
-   Toaster
    

### Dining

-   Dining table
    

### Bedrooms

-   4 bedrooms
    
-   Bedsheets provided
    
-   Sofa bed
    

### Bathroom

-   2.5 bathrooms
    
-   Bathtub or shower
    
-   Hair dryer
    
-   Shampoo
    
-   Shower
    
-   Soap
    
-   Toilet paper
    
-   Towels provided
    

### Living spaces

-   Dining table
    
-   Living room
    

### Entertainment

-   Games
    
-   Smart TV
    

### Outdoor areas

-   Barbecue grill
    
-   Firepit
    
-   Outdoor furniture
    
-   Patio
    

### Laundry

-   Laundry facilities
    
-   Washing machine
    

### Work spaces

-   Desk
    
-   Desk chair
    

### Comfort

-   Air conditioning
    
-   Heating
    

### Pets

-   No pets allowed
    

### Suitability/Accessibility

-   Smoking not allowed
    

### Services and conveniences

-   Iron/ironing board
    

### Location highlights

-   Near a hospital
    
-   Near an outlet shopping mall
    

### Things to do

-   Snow sports gear
    
-   Birdwatching nearby
    
-   Fishing nearby
    
-   Golfing nearby
    
-   Hiking/biking trails nearby
    
-   Hunting nearby
    
-   Kayaking nearby
    
-   Motor boating nearby
    
-   Mountain biking nearby
    
-   Sledding nearby
    
-   Swimming nearby
    
-   Water tubing nearby
    
-   Winery tours 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 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

### 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

### Rules

Please keep all food and beverages within the kitchen/dining area/outside patio. This is to maintain cleanliness of furniture and home.

Please no smoking/vaping in the -------- - we try our best to maintain a clean, odor-free environment.

Sunday guests are to put out the trash. If those are full, use the beige bin in the garage.

### 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

## About the area

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Mechanicsburg, PA

#### What's nearby

-   Messiah College - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
    
-   Paulus Farm Market - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
    
-   Williams Grove Speedway - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
    
-   Capital City Mall - 7 min drive - 9.8 km
    
-   Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex - 20 min drive - 22.0 km
    

#### Getting around

-   Harrisburg Transportation Center - 14 min drive
    
-   Harrisburg, PA (HAR-Capital City) - 15 min drive
    

#### Restaurants

-   ‪Chick-Fil-A - ‬3 min drive
    
-   ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
    
-   ‪Hoss's Steak and Sea House - ‬3 min drive
    
-   ‪JoJo's Pizza & Pasta - ‬12 min walk
    
-   ‪Luna Italian Cuisine - ‬5 min drive
    

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Modern Kid-Friendly Stay, Conveniently Located near MessiahU & Harrisburg pet-friendly?

> No, pets are not allowed at this property.

### What time is check-in at Modern Kid-Friendly Stay, Conveniently Located near MessiahU & Harrisburg?

> Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

### What time is check-out at Modern Kid-Friendly Stay, Conveniently Located near MessiahU & Harrisburg?

> Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

### Where is Modern Kid-Friendly Stay, Conveniently Located near MessiahU & Harrisburg located?

> This family-friendly Mechanicsburg vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Yellow Breeches Creek and Messiah College. Paulus Farm Market and Upper Allen Dog Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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