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A well-maintained garden with a variety of plants and flowers, a clear pathway, and a stone wall in the background.
A two-story house with a dark green garage door, a small window on the upper floor, and a staircase leading to a covered porch.
A spacious living area with a sofa, armchair, and a bed with a floral bedspread.
A covered porch with a table and chairs, surrounded by greenery.
A rectangular swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by a pebble-textured deck.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroom500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Swarthmore, PA
  • Place, Swarthmore College
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Springfield Mall
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Spotlight Theater
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Swarthmore

Located in Swarthmore, this apartment is a 2-minute drive from Swarthmore College and 8 minutes from Widener University. .This apartment is 9.3 mi (15 km) from University of Pennsylvania and 11.3 mi (18.1 km) from Rittenhouse Square.
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What's nearby

  • Swarthmore College - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Springfield Mall - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Eugene and Theresa Lang Performing Arts Center - 5 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Spotlight Theater - 6 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Xfinity Mobile Arena - 29 min drive - 18.3 miles

Getting around

  • Island Ave & Woodland Ave Stop - 12 min drive
  • Swarthmore Station - 19 min walk
  • Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ichiban - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Mission BBQ - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Elegant, private getaway

Relax in this calm, stylish studio on a secluded lot within the suburbs. You'll appreciate the private porch with table for two as well as the stunning garden and in-ground pool in season. The room features a queen bed plus a full Murphy bed that folds up into a large desk. The unit has washer/dryer, custom bathroom vanity, fridge, microwave, and Nespresso. Spacious closets with built-in dresser. Entire unit was recently updated and is meticulously maintained. Dedicated off-street parking. Perfect for college visits, romantic get-aways, writing retreats, or family travel. Close to major highways but feels a world away. No pets or parties.

Summer guests: The large and lovely pool (20' by 40') is located within a gated area adjacent to the owner's home. We're delighted to schedule your private use during agreed-upon hours, and generally between 10 am and 8 pm. Cushioned lounge chairs and pool towels make the visit even more comfortable!

The space
Your entrance is up the stairs on the left side of the garage.

Guest access
You are welcome to all of the loft and its attached porch, and the yard. The pool is situated between the rental and the owner's home / private living space. Please contact the host to schedule your hours for private use of the pool, with your agreement to comply with all safety measures. Thank you!

Other things to note
There is absolutely no smoking of any kind permitted in the unit or on the property. Guests who smoke in the room will be assessed a fee for the additional cleaning this requires.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned apartment, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a desk and a refrigerator.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access, onsite parking, and a car charging station.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1"on-site accessible parking spaces 1", on-site accessible parking spaces
  • 10 steps to reach entrance
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Heated pool

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Place used towels in the blue-and-white laundry bin.

Leave tied-up garbage bag *inside* the unit (in case I don't collect it until the next day)

Please wipe down surfaces of any food remnants--cleaning supplies are in the brown cubbies under the microwave

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

POOL SAFETY: follow all posted instructions. Swim at your own risk.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Elegant, private getaway Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Johanna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a hidden gem of a place! Rebecca was responsive to any questions. The space is comfortable and clean. We hope to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Phedra D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely wonderful! A perfect blend of being both private and welcoming.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Holly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I was traveling alone so wanted an affordable studio. This place was adorable and perfect! It had absolutely everything I needed and I was very grateful for such a thoughtfully put together space. Thank you!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect in every way! We had a fantastic stay in this truly elegant space. The host was so kind and helpful. The location is in a lovely, tree lined street that is just minutes away from the highway but you honestly would never know it. It is close by the lovely towns of Media and Swarthmore with plenty of cute shops and restaurants. The space was immaculately clean and tastefully decorated. It appears to be very recently renovated and everything felt so new and clean. It was very well stocked with high end supplies. The beds were very comfortable with cozy soft bedding. We slept great. But, the best part for me was the spectacular gardens on the property. Everything is so well kept and just gorgeous. The little table on the porch is perfect for morning coffee in the garden. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were in town for a Swarthmore College reunion, and preferred not to stay in the dorms. We could not have been more pleased with this thoroughly delightful rental. The space is light-filled, private, and graciously appointed with anything one could want. The bed is extremely comfortable with a cozy duvet and decadent featherbed topper and comes with a variety of pillows to suit any style of sleeper. If extra sleeping arrangements are needed, a Murphy bed folds down into the room as well. There is a ton of closet space, and a cozy sitting nook with a large flat screen TV. You have the option of eating inside the unit or on the attached porch overlooking lovely landscaped grounds. The bathroom was spacious, immaculately clean, and included a walk-in shower, hair dryer, a washer/dryer stack and high end toiletries (including really comfortable toilet paper!) The host has included a surprisingly spacious refrigerator, Nespresso machine, microwave, and dishes/glassware including stemware. The grounds include a pool and outdoor shower, but it was a bit too chilly to try it out. The rental unit was skillfully renovated by the owner on the second floor of what looks like a carriage house, and is quiet and private. My husband and I would stay here again without reservation the next time we visit Swarthmore. The rental is within walking distance to the college campus, and the Septa commuter rail to Philadelphia. I actually felt sorry for my classmates in the dorms.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026