Home to many distinguished Americans and one of the oldest towns in the USA, Lancaster in Pennsylvania is a quaint town that combines history with modernity. Due to its close ties to the Amish community, Lancaster is also often referred to as ‘Pennsylvania Dutch Country’. It is the perfect place to learn about Amish culture and experience it in the form of special events, vintage stores selling handmade Amish goods, buggy rides, etc. There is plenty of historical architecture alongside picturesque countryside to see in Lancaster. Boutiques, museums, bars, restaurants, art galleries, antique shops, opera, farmers markets, etc., are to be found aplenty here! Vacation homes here range from downtown apartments to sandstone farmhouses to cute cottages. So come and take a look at the best Vrbo accommodations in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 23, 2025.
1. Luxury home featuring a gourmet kitchen (from USD 333)
Experience living in the lap of refined luxury at this sizable vacation home in downtown Lancaster. The house has a chic décor, and elegant furnishings and fixtures in the open plan living and dining area, along with a beautiful gourmet kitchen. The bedrooms are housed on the upper floors and furnished just as luxuriously as the ground level rooms. The charm of the house is revealed in its artfully exposed corners of brick walls, beautiful hardwood floors and a sunny outdoor deck. Conveniently located in the downtown area, the house is at a walking distance from a multitude of restaurants, bars, art galleries and boutiques.
Top guest reviews
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we had a great experience and found the property managers to be very nice helpful and receptive to our questionsLititz PA was amazing with visits to Wilbur Chocolates and great unique boutique shopsWe enjoyed our experience a lot Becky was super responsive answering questions quickly and accurately The property worked perfectly for our large familyThis spacious recently remodeled home has every creature comfort with attractive high end fixtures and bathed in natural light While appointed with modern touches this home still feels comfortab...The best recommendation I can give is the next timer we visit LancasterLocation:
The location is right downtownThat is called "City Life"The property is very close to several kid activities including 10 mins from Dutch WonderlandBut just took a few minutes to get out of town Beautiful apartmentBeautiful city oasis close and convenient to lovely restaurants in a charming section of LancasterCleanliness:
The property is exactly as described Very clean and comfortableProperty was beautiful and exactly as stated onlinewell There were plenty of towels comfortable beds and the entire space was extremely cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
It is roomy and has a great outside deck on the second levelThe beds were so comfortable with great sheets and pillowsThree couples stayed here as we were attending a weddingThe bedrooms are large and the master suite on the 3rd floor is massiveIt was nice to sit down as a family at the large table and talk for a bit after our activities
2. Clean apartment close to Amish Country (from USD 277)
Enjoy the convenience of being close to all the major attractions of Lancaster at this two storey apartment that has four bedrooms and three bathrooms. The apartment has a spacious and full kitchen equipped with all the essentials should you choose to prepare all your meals at home. The house also has an open plan sitting and dining area. Amish Country is just a 10-minute drive away. Franklin & Marshall College is right across the apartment building, which provides guests with easy access to shops, restaurants and other downtown Lancaster attractions.
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The owner is very gracious accommodating and quick to respond to any concerns or needsand he let us in right awayThe owner was easy to work with and we enjoyed our stayTruly Kind people clean and just wonderful all the way aroundThe property is very nice and well maintainedLocation:
It is very close to many restaurantsVery close to fast food and convience storesIt was a 5 minute easy drive downtownThe location was great for our group as we were able to walk to a few restaurantsChabad House is a spotless well thought out apt that was perfect for outCleanliness:
The apartment is very very cleanThe lodging was very comfortable and cleanHowever this unit was extremely clean and very neatThe house was clean and Rabbi Elazar Green was very welcomingThe property is exactly as described Beds were very comfortableRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
and the kitchen is well stocked with basic cooking amenities you might need to prepare or heat foodDont judge by the photosThe house is spacious and immaculateso there were four bedrooms each with it's own bathroomWe chose this property because we needed lodging large enough to accommodate our children and grandchildren and because it is walking distance to an orthodox shul
3. Family-friendly vacation home for eight (from USD 387)
This four-bedroom four-bathroom ground-floor apartment in downtown Lancaster is the perfect vacation rental for families or large groups. It has a well-furnished living room with a flat-screen television and free wifi. There is a spacious dining-cum-kitchen area inclusive of all appliances. The spacious bedrooms are well-appointed. Many convenience shops are at walking distance from the apartment. Franklin & Marshall College is right across the street.
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owner was very responsive to any issuesLocation:
the common kitchen area was a great central hang out area tooRead more reviewsCleanliness:
everything was clean and in order
4. Charming 1840s house near Lancaster (from USD 304)
As charming is the brick exterior of this 19th-century house, the interior is just as modern and well-appointed. The house has original local artwork, hardwood floors, a fully equipped kitchen and a formal dining room, along with a family room and a cosy living room. The bedrooms are large and bright, and the bathrooms are updated. A washer and dryer, and an outdoor deck are also available for guests’ use. Lampeter Café is at a walking distance from the house. Downtown Lancaster is a 10-minute drive away.
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Owner was great to work withThe owner too was very nice and greeted us when we arrivedVery nice property well maintainedAnd the owner was kind and very responsive to our questionsA very spacious house completely renovated but retaining many original features Our family of five grandparents daughter and grandsons two and four spent a wonderful 3 days hereLocation:
Many horse and buggies passed by the houseWhat a great location in the Amish CountryGreat house and location to everything in LancasterLampeter Cafe is a must visit Gas station conveniently located just a block away as wellBeautiful property and a great location - not too far from shopping and dining but enough off the beaten path to enjoy the serene farmlands and countryside Located on a semi-busy roadCleanliness:
Very clean and surprisingly spaciousRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
Living room was plenty big enough to accommodate use comfortably as was the dining roomThe home is old but updated and the pictures do not do much justiceThe master bedroom on the first floor was so comfortable - with a huge fireplacebut you have to be in the upstairs bedroomsThere was plenty of room and lots of parking
5. Renovated house for a relaxing vacation (from USD 228)
Enjoy a relaxing family vacation, a weekend getaway or a romantic escapade in this renovated Cape Cod-style home. The house has a contemporary décor with an open plan layout in the living, dining and kitchen areas. The kitchen is fitted with stainless steel appliances, and the house also has a cosy breakfast nook and a wood-burning fireplace in the living area. The bedrooms are tastefully appointed with high-quality furnishings for maximum comfort. The back patio and grill are also available to guests. Cafés, restaurants, and shops are at walking distance from the house.
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Julie was a great hostJulie was very sweet and showed wonderful hospitalityThe owner could not have been nicer and very availableshe was a wonderful hostthe owner is very nice and responds to inquiries in a timely manner I enjoyed talking with herLocation:
Great location house and amenitiesI think we left the house in pretty good condition - running the dishwasherThe house was clean and cozy Not a far drive from all we wanted to seeCleanliness:
The house was very clean and organizedIt was impeccably clean & tidyWe arrived and everything was very cleanThe cozy cape was very clean and niceThe "Cozy Cape" was everything the description said and moreRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
The cozy capecod is really cozyThe new air conditioners in the upstairs bedrooms kept us very comfortableThis can be done in the basement where the laundry room isStaying at the cozy cape was wonderfulHowever we found good solutions to both: a fan in the master bedroom drowned out the road noise and a fan blowing the nice cold air downstairs into the bedrooms upstairs
6. Century-old farmhouse for a group of 12 (from USD 840)
Relax in the peaceful countryside at this renovated 100-year old farmhouse nestled on acres of beautiful grounds. The house has a swimming pool, gardens, and lush greenery all around. The interior of the house is just as massive as the outside, with roomy bedrooms, well-furnished living room, family room, two dining rooms, full kitchen, kid’s room, enclosed sunroom, covered patio, and more! Hershey Park, Echo Caverns, and many other local attractions are less than a 30-minute drive away.
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She replied promptly to all queries & gave us useful information about the local tourist attractions Thanks very muchthe owner was excellent to work with and answered all of my questions very promptlyShari was super easy to communicate withLet me start by saying that Shari (Property Owner) could not have been more accommodating and responsive than she was during the entire process to include check in making sure we had everything we...The home and property are absolutely gorgeousLocation:
We enjoyed ourselves and found it to be close to so many activitiesThe place located on beautiful farmland(there were even longhorns in the pasture )'N Plenty the next (always fun) and my in-laws in Lancaster another day Never did we have to drive more than 35-40 minutesThe property was beautiful Lots of spaceEveryone loved the house and pool and backyardCleanliness:
The house was very cleanWe had a really good time in the pool (which is also very clean )The house is beautiful very clean and so bigThere was ample room and no "wait" timePool was clean and well tendedRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
it was difficult getting our grandkids to leave the homeThe kitchen has everything you need to accommodate a large familywe were there with 6 adults and 4 children ages 1-11The kitchen is fully equipped and a large open sun room that is perfect for small gathers with 2 ceiling fans Close to Dutch Wonderland andjust prior to our arrival There were 6 adults (28 years to 55 years) and 3 children (17 months 5 years and 7 years) and we were all comfortable no one on top of the other each couple and kids h...
7. Countryside 18th-century home with landscaped gardens
Imagine spending your Lancaster vacation in a picturesque 1750s sandstone farmhouse that is surrounded by tall flowering trees, landscaped gardens and the tranquil countryside! That is exactly what you get at this gorgeous historic home that also has a spacious private screened-in porch and a beautiful pool. The interior of the home is rustic and filled with period antiques in its huge formal dining room, family room, living room, massive bedrooms, updated kitchen, etc. Shops, restaurants and cafés are a very short drive away. Sight and Sound Theater and Dutch Wonderland are within a 15 - 30 minutes’ driving distance from the house.
Lancaster, PA, USTop guest reviews
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The plate of baked good waiting for us upon our arrival was most welcomingThe owners were extremely helpful answering all of our questions ahead of time and left us a plate of homemade treats upon our arrivalWe loved being greeted with the personal welcome sign and cookies Thank you for the beautiful homeTheir homes always are beautifully decorated for the holidaysthe owners made sure all areas were ready for our stayLocation:
Many sights and stores near to house made it convent to travel toThere is sufficient grass area to play ball gamesThe adults loved the Lancaster Central MarketThe location is good for local attractions butThe Carpenter Farmhouse is isolated enough so you do not bother neighbors yet within 10 to 15 min of outlets supermarketsCleanliness:
The house was clean and beautifully decoratedThe house was very cleanThe beds & linens are extremely comfortable & the property was very quietEach bedroom was beautifully decoratedThe house was very clean (THANK YOU)Read more reviewsAmenities & Room:
so young children need to be watchedThe kitchen was well stocked and each bedroom had comfortable mattressesthe kitchen wonderful to use and lots of room at the huge dining tableFour senior couples enjoyed the accommodations and the areaThe kitchen is well equipped with top of the line appliances and a wide variety of cooking accessories
8. Elegant country cottage minutes from Lancaster
Situated in a picturesque rural community that is just minutes away from Lancaster city is this lovely 1950s restored cottage. With an elegant and contemporary décor inside the cottage, you will not miss any comforts of home. The cottage has a very large, inviting and modern kitchen fully equipped to handle all your cooking needs. A six-person dining table is also located within the kitchen. There is a bright living room with plush seating along with a bonus family room. The bedrooms have luxurious bedding guaranteed to give you a good night’s sleep. A large front yard is also accessible to guests. Lancaster train station is a 12-minute drive away.
1709 Morningside Dr
9. Restored home for a family of four
Experience all the comforts of modern living at this bright and airy restored apartment located in a charming period building. The apartment is very stylish with contemporary furnishings and fixtures. There is an open plan living, dining and kitchen area with plenty of natural sunlight streaming in from the tall windows. A well-appointed bedroom and bathroom are also available in the apartment. Many shops and restaurants of the downtown area are at a walking distance from the apartment.
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nice and comfy Shannon was very helpful as wellShe left us some local beer and even provided butter when we realized we did not have anyShannon and Rich are wonderful hostsWe loved all of the historic architecture melded with modern touchesThe apartment was very clean and had everything we needed Shannon welcomed us upon arrival and was always available if we needed anything We would definitely rent hear again if in the Lancaster areaLocation:
We were able to walk to all the downtown shops and restaurantsEven a sampling of Local Brewery Beer in the RefrigeratorThe booking process with Homeaway was quick and easy Shannon and Rich were great hostess's by communicating through Homeaway providing suggestions for restaurants and activities in the area and t...but once inside it was lovelyClean bright able to walk to the market which everyone needs to go to at least once Owners of the home were receptive and easy to contactCleanliness:
The place was beautifully decoratedIt was nice and cleanThey are very communicative and cater to special requests ie 1)Read more reviewsAmenities & Room:
2) I was in need of an iron and ironing board andWe stayed as a family of four and never felt cramped with the open kitchen and living area up the stairs to the bathroom and then up two more stairs to the bedroom with a mini sofa and tv Right b...Lovely Apartment with all of the amenitiesnothing like a cup of Joe to welcome oneThe kitchen was stocked with the essentials Large airy rooms made the two room apartment very comfortable
10. Massive farmhouse with in-ground pool
Book a stay for your entire party at this large sandstone farmhouse that has acres of landscaped lawns, covered porch, outdoor patio, large swimming pool, fire pit and many other salient features. Inside, the farmhouse is equipped with all the essentials of modern living in the modern kitchen, spacious dining area, updated living room, game room, two family rooms, a sunroom and the various bedrooms. Most rooms in the house have large windows providing views of the massive grounds. Grocery stores and restaurants are a short drive away. Hershey Park and Lancaster are a 30-minute drive away.
Manheim, PA, USTop guest reviews
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the owner is very responsive and helpfulCleanliness:
the pool is clean perfect temperature and has a decent deep endthe place was clean and shower pressure was goodclean and suitable for all our needswould recommend to everyone and i'm fussy about cleanlinessthe kids and family enjoyed the pool and all was clean and maintained daily throughout our stayRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
we liked the spacious rooms and separate sleeping roomswe all were able to fit in at the kitchen table for meals and games which we lovedwe did enjoy the little room where the other refrigerator was because of the table
Beautiful Lancaster countryside
Whether you are looking for a countryside escape or curious to learn about the Amish culture, Lancaster is the right place for you! Accommodations in this area are rustic and modern, historic and contemporary, charming and convenient. Book your stay at any of the Vrbo properties in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and experience the beautiful Lancaster countryside!
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