FREEDOM HOME is a majestic historic 1876 mansion with modern amenities, a first floor master suite, 15 rooms, and a private courtyard in the revitalized rivertown of Columbia. Just minutes from Attractions, Amish, Spooky Nook Sports, Sight and Sound. Near Lauxmont Farms and Cameron Estate Wedding Venues! Walk to antiques, cafes, coffeeshops, market house, microbreweries, and the Susquehanna River, rail trails, parks and hiking! Built by Civil War veteran - wait till you see the secret room! The 1876 mansion if full of modern amenities and historic charm. Enjoy original light fixtures, intricate custom woodworking, 15 large spacious rooms, and two full baths - plus a first floor master suite. Each room has 12’+ ceilings, original floors and doors (even some glass mercury knobs!), and beautiful views of the backyard courtyard or sprawling Mount Bethel Cemetery across the street. The home has plenty of rooms (5 bedrooms, Dining Room, Living Room, Kitchen, craft room, study, sitting room, family/game room) to spread out and enjoy your own space! Use the large laundry room with folding tables, W&D, Ironing board and space for wedding gowns or quick wash between sports events! The third floor features a large craft room and private workspace/study (with an extra HD monitor) in case you need to get some work done…. plus a secret room! Enjoy a walkout balcony overlooking the back patio, water fountain, and yard from the 2nd floor game room and lounge. Full of antiques and local history - you’ll fall in love with the attention to detail of 140+ years of history coming to life. This is where the Underground Railroad got its name thanks to the richest black man in America, Stephen Smith (raised in Columbia where he purchased his freedom), built false bottom rail cars to transport slaves to freedom! It’s where the famous 1-mile covered bridge burning stopped the confederate army from invading Philadelphia - only to lead to the Battle of Gettysburg 3 days later as they turned back! Plus so much more… Enjoy a beautiful courtyard coffee break, or explore the secret room where freedom-seeking slaves may have hid! Enjoy river trials, water sports, hikes, bikes, cafes and breweries just steps from your door! Enjoy full access to the entire home and a secret room! We will welcome you personally when you arrive … but the FREEDOM HOME is a destination for you to come and enjoy our historic and naturally beautiful rivertown as part of Discover Columbia’s unique revitalization efforts. We live 7 mins away and available by phone if you need anything. There's some goodies waiting for you from our favorite local destinations! Follow DiscoverColumbiaPA on FB and IG to get excited... Columbia's historic homes line the streets as you walk 1-block to the park, or the shops on Locust Street or visit the renovated Saturday Market House! Across the street is the famous Mount Bethel Cemetery with walking paths which dates to 1730! Enjoy the backyard patio, water fountain, and mature landscaping as you enjoy our tea and coffee on the back patio. Hop on Route 30 and explore Lancaster, York, Hershey and local attractions. It’s a very nice and quiet part of town - with a CVS just a few steps away for any quick grab essentials you left behind! FREE off-street parking is available at DISCOVER COLUMBIA MARKED spots (5 of them) just 4 doors down (50 yds west of the front door) at the CVS Parking Lot. FREE on-street parking is available across the street on the side of the street bordering the Mount Bethel Cemetery - directly across from the front door of the home. All guests must use the offstreet parking overnight, but may use the curbside to load or unload items. There is a bus stop three blocks west that travels into Lancaster city. The property is one block from local parks, across the street from the historic 1730 cemetery with walking paths, and two blocks from restaurants, antique shops, coffee shops and downtown attraction. It is just a few blocks from the river, where you can enjoy boating, kayaking, fishing, rail trail walking and bike riding, along with miles of hiking trails along the Susquehanna River. The home is historic but beautifully restored and we’d like guests to honor the work we have done in giving you a chance to stay in such a unique piece of history. Please respect the property and enjoy the modern amenities, baths, kitchen, and thoughtful decor during your stay!