Vintage Farmhouse Stay | History Meets Comfort

LONG STAY DISCOUNTS!!! Nestled in the heart of Chester county, the Brandywine Lodge is a colonial and Victorian-themed modern house, just minutes from local Amish farms, the Brandywine River, Longwood Gardens, and various local historic sites. Take your stay to the next level by attending a class we offer on traditional skills such as painting, sourdough making, and plant propagation. Please see below for class lengths and prices. The space The Lodge was recently renovated and carefully staged to transport you back in time to the 1800s, while still offering the modern conveniences. Our full kitchen is completely stocked with a coffee pot and K-cup coffee maker, blender, toaster, and microwave. You are welcome to use the washer/dryer at no additional cost. There is also a dedicated workspace with an ethernet plugin, making it a perfect location for remote work and longer stays. CLASSES: (There is a two night minimum stay requirement in order to book classes at the Brandywine Lodge.) PAINTING: Enjoy a painting party with your group led by a professional local artist. Sample paintings can be seen on the listing photos. Each participant will take home their own painting. Class length is 2+ hours. Cost is $100 for 4 people; $20 for each additional person up to 8 people. Supplies are included in the cost. SOURDOUGH MAKING: Learn how to care for your starter, make and design a basic loaf, and bake artisan sourdough bread. Take home your own small loaf and container of starter to start your own sourdough journey. Class length is approximately 90 minutes. Cost is $100 for 4 people; $20 for each additional person up to 8 people. Supplies are included in the cost. PLANT PROPAGATION: Make plants from plants! Propagating is fun and teaches you how to root cuttings of established plants so that you can grown your own plants without starting from seed. Learn the difference between hardwood, semi-hardwood, and softwood cuttings. Make your own propagation bed and leave with the beginnings of beautiful landscape shrubs or trees for future years. Cost is $50 for 4 people; $10 for each additional person up to 8 people. Supplies are included in the cost. Guest access The entire house is for guest use except the garage and the unfinished storage area on the second floor towards the back of the house. Other things to note Local attractions: -Longwood Gardens -Brandywine Battlefield -Luken's Steel Mill -Stargazer Winery -Amish farms -See our guidebook for more! Additionally, we are close to Lancaster, Philadelphia, West Chester, Exton, Downingtown, Honey Brook, Kennett Square and King of Prussia.