Take a step back in time! From your perch on the second floor, you can enjoy the view of the civil war era homes and the restored brick train station on this quiet one-way street. You can imagine the wagons and stages rolling by to meet the train, or pick up goods and lumber. Take in the sunshine, your room has large windows to the south & west. Alternatively, shoot the breeze and practice the art of porch-sitting on the wrap-around porch at the first floor level. You'll feel at home in no time! Your private space will be up a flight of stairs; take time to notice the original banister, vintage panel doors and cast iron latches as you enter the bedroom. Rest on the luxurious queen bed and comfortable reclining chair. A small table with two seats sits by the window, providing a great space to work, sip coffee, or enjoy a meal. A variety of K-cups and light snacks are available for your refreshment. There is a mini-fridge (with freezer) and a microwave right in the room. Put down your suitcase on the valet; there is a small closet to hang clothes and store your belongings. There is a mirrored makeup vanity with a lamp available for your use. Your private bathroom is right across the hallway with a bidet, sink and shower. Free on-street parking available directly in front of the house! Shared front porch. Private Bedroom Private Bathroom with shower. Freedom Began Here! A small town rich in history, Christiana played part in the prelude to the Civil War. Quakers and other abolitionists in the area facilitated safe passage for many escaping the brutalities of Southern slavery, informally constituting the "Underground Railroad." In 1851-ten years before the Civil War, a standoff between a posse of Southern slave owners and freed slaves turned violent, leading to flaring tensions between the North and South. Zercher's Hotel (a block away) played a key role in this "Resistance in Christiana." A railroad town since 1831, our residents demonstrated pride in this history by restoring the freight station at the end of Maple Avenue. Train watchers will appreciate the public seating on the platform beside the station. Maple Avenue is part of a quiet neighborhood across the train tracks from the main part of town. Whether walking around the block, or to the end of the street to see the historical displays or enjoy nature and a stream at "Gouge Grove" off of E. Slokom Ave. You will feel safe and welcomed in our neighborhood. Also within walking distance, you'll find Christiana Lions Club community park with four baseball fields, a walking trail, a playground, a basketball court and a picnic pavilion. Christiana Laundromat and Car wash Grocery shopping: Dutchway Farm Market and Restaurant-(3 min from house)- closed Sundays Walmart, Home Depot, Tj Max etc...in Sadsbury Commons -Parkesburg-12 min. from house Poured Out Cafe- Great coffee! -10 min. Parkesburg. Buckwheats Coffee- In the parking lot of "Stoltzfus Feed and Supply" The Houston Cafe-Gap Pa Planet fitness is in Parkesburg as well. Favorite walking and hiking trails; Wolf's Hollow park- 10 min. from house One of Lavina's favorite parks in the area. Pinnacle Overlook (about 30 min. but worth it if you want to see an awesome view or do more hiking trails. Part of the Susquehannock State Park. One of my favorite views in the area. Absolutely stunning at sunset! Closest Gas Stations: Conoco, Turkey Hill- off rt. 41- 4 min. from house Restaurants and Cafes within 30 min. Coffee Co- New Holland Pa. (One of Lavina's favorites because of all the beautiful flowers hanging from the ceiling.) Rocco and Anna's Ristorante -one of the better pizza, wings etc Stottsville Inn and Restaurant -upscale dining in a historic setting Chili's Bar and Grill September Farms Cheese White Horse Luncheonette Lil Anthony's Hayloft Ice cream- Also have soup and Soft Pretzels, wraps etc... Also a nice pond on the property you can enjoy. You can feed the ducks. Across from there is an Amish produce stand that sells fresh, quality produce. Speckled Hen Shady Maple Smorgasbord - 200 ft buffet, definitely a foodie destination Brass Eagle Restaurant Dyers Deli - got to try their wings! El-Limon-Parkesburg Victory Brewing Company- Eat right at the brewer Raku Hibachi and Sushi Zing Sushi Hometown Kitchen- Amish cooking Katies Kitchen- Amish Cooking Dienner's Restaurant Agape Cafe - Popular with the locals Kauffmans Fruit farm and market Kitchen Kettle Village Shopping ; Fishers Housewares - Unique Amish store Nickle Mine Health Foods Store- ( one of my favorite in the area) Strasburg Antique Market- Lavina's favorite antique store in the area Strasburg Market Basket Tangier Outlets The Village of Intercourse Rockvale Outlets Cocalico Creek Home Main Street Exchange Goods Family Shopping Tanger Outlets Park City Bird-in-Hand Farmers Market Amusement parks: Dutch Wonderland Hershey Park Local Attractions- within 30 min. Longwood Gardens Spooky Nook Sports (largest sports facility in the east)-40 min. Sight and Sound Theatre (live productions of the stories in the Bible) Amish Village Kitchen Kettle Village American Music Theatre Strasburg Railroad and Pennsylvania Railroad Museum Choo-Choo Barn Local Flavor: Town Clock Cheese Shop - 5 min. drive from house. It's right across the street from the "Gap town clock." Dutch Meadows- Sustainable Grass-fed dairy products M&A Treats (The best Amish made donuts in the area) Located across the road from "Kitchen Kettle Village) Kauffmans Fruit Farm and market ( They have large orchards and grow a lot of their own apples, peaches etc...) Down on The Farm Creamery Lapp Valley Ice Cream Zooks Homemade Chicken Pies Fox Meadows Creamery- Lavina says; "Some of the best homemade Ice cream in Lanc. county." Local Urgent Care: Penn Medicine / LGH (6 miles) 950 Octorara Trail, Parkesburg, PA 19365 Tower Health (6 miles) 428 Commons Drive, Parkesburg, PA 19365 Closest Hospitals: Lancaster General Hospital 555 N Duke St, Lancaster, PA 17602 ChristianaCare Christiana Hospital 4755 Ogletown Stanton Rd, Newark, DE 19718 There is an additional room on the second floor, however, it is currently unfinished and unoccupied. There are no other occupants on the second floor.