Germantown Homestay 5925 Wayne Ave Philadelphia Pennsylvania 19144-3334 USA Phone: +1-215-848-1375

General Information

Germantown, in northwestern Philadelphia, has convenience and charm. Built in 1888, our home has architectural interest. You will find that commuter trains or highways will whisk you downtown in 25 minutes, but you are only a few blocks from the world's largest urban park for hiking, biking, or horseback riding. Many homes date from pre-revolutionary times through the Victorian era. You will find some tourist activities in Germantown as well as many historic and cultural sites downtown.

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED, preferably on internet since we are not usually home during the day to take phone calls.

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

• State and local taxes may apply
• Accommodations: One room w/double bed&day bed
• There is one guest accommodation (with a private bath)
• Single occupancy rate is $ 70.00
• Double occupancy rate is $ 75.00
• The rate for each additional person is $ 15.00

Meals

• A Continental Plus breakfast is included with room rate
• Breakfast is served from: 7 a.m.-9 a.m. on demand
• Breakfast is served in the In room

Policies

• Minimum stay required ($5 surcharge for 1 night stay)
• Smoking is allowed outside only (Front porch)
• We cannot accommodate guest pets
• Children are welcome (Parental supervision at all times. Limited to room.)
• No childcare is provided
• Consumption of alcohol is permitted (We can provide ice and filtered tap water.)
• Deposit amount required (Depending on length of stay, one to three nights deposit is required to hold the room.)
• Check in time is ARRANGED and Check out time is ARRANGED
• Cancellations:
  Seven days notice for deposit refund. Less than seven days, we will offer a credit for a future stay. Last minute or no-show, no refund or credit given.

Property Features

Property Details

• Architectural style is Victorian
• Built in 1888
• Opened for business in 1984-01-01
• Access for the disabled is limited

Location

• Location is best described as: City
  
• Nearest major city: Philadelphia, PA (7 miles)
• Directions to property:
  I-76 to Exit #340A (Lincoln Dr/Wissahickon Park/Germantown). Follow Lincoln Dr. to first light and bear right on Rittenhouse St. Take a left at second light (Wayne Ave). Proceed 1/2 block. House is on the far right corner of Wayne Ave. and Haines St. Park in front of house or on Haines St.
• Nearest major airport: PHL 14 miles
• Directions from airport:
  Follow signs for I-76 toward Valley Forge. After passing through center city, look for Exit 340A (Lincoln Dr./ Germantown/Wissahickon Park). Take Lincoln to first light and bear right onto Rittenhouse St. Pass a light, two stop signs, then turn left on Wayne Ave. 5925 Wayne Ave. is one block up on the right, corner of Wayne and Haines.
• Meeting places:
  • Chelten Ave Sta. R-8
  • Germantown Sta. R-7
  • Train

Innkeepers

• Innkeeper(s): Molly Smith
  Molly is a special ed. teacher whose youngest child has just gone off to college. Her son and his young family live on the third floor and her daughter-in-law is a native french speaker.
• The innkeepers speak: English, French
• There is one cat on the property
• There is one dog on the property

Area Attractions

Aquarium, Art Galleries, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Tulpehocken Historical District, Philadelphia historical sites, Philadelphia cultural sites, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Zoo

Onsite or Nearby Activities

Bicycle riding trails, Golfing, Hiking trails, Mountain Bike trails, Shopping, Sight-seeing