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Combined shower/bathtub, hair dryer, towels, soap
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Third-party on-site parking
Smart TV, video games, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8195 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Perfect Location: Historic Downtown Guesthouse

NO ORDINARY ADDRESS

Built in the 1840's and newly renovated, this 2-level, 4-bedroom Italianate-style townhome apartment reflects the Federal majesty of the mid-1800's, and the individualistic expressions of post-Civil war Gettysburg. Street-facing windows on the main level are accentuated with stained glass, creating a feel-good rainbow effect in the common area parlor and dining room.

Bedrooms on the first and second level pay tribute to the owners' family heritage. Take your pick from the Charles, Chastang, Earley or Hughes bedrooms. Like the people whose names they bear, each room has its own personality and ambiance.
A major upgrade is the amazing chandelier-adorned spa bath that lets you know this is no ordinary Gettysburg address... This is The LaVerne Guesthouse.

Located one-half block from Lincoln Square and three doors down from the historic Wills House, The LaVerne is within walking distance to dining, antiquing, shopping, and the theater. This guesthouse is appointed with all the basics you need to feel at home, including kitchenware, towels, linens and paper products.

The property will be cleaned and ready for your arrival; however, there is no daily housekeeping service. Therefore, we respectfully request that you maintain the home in a neat and orderly fashion, wash any dishes used in the kitchen and spot clean when necessary.

This is our second home in Gettysburg. We welcome only guests who are willing to respect our property as if it is their own. This is why we will rent only to families or couples. Please do not inquire if you intend to use our home as a “party pad.” We have a property manager who will respond immediately if you ever need assistance during your stay.

LOCATION - LOCATION - LOCATION - LOCATION - LOCATION

Your stay at The LaVerne Guesthouse puts you in the heart of everything Gettysburg is known for. Whether it's sightseeing, nightlife, performing or cultural arts, cinema, vintage or contemporary shopping, fine dining or artsy coffee houses...You can walk there from here!

Leave your car in your private parking space and take a walking tour of the pre and post-Civil War era architectural styles in the Gettysburg Historic District. And don't forget to check the schedule for nightly performances or frequent art shows right in the neighborhood. Or, catch the bus for a short ride to the battlefields and visit the Civil War Museum.

If you do decide to take a drive, visit the nearby Gettysburg Outlet Stores...or tour one of the close-by wineries. Whatever your itinerary, your stay will be in the perfect location. The LaVerne Guesthouse... a home of historic distinction.

Property manager

Suzanne Kaiser

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,100 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
Gettysburg, PA

What's nearby

  • Gettysburg College - 5 min walk
  • Gettysburg National Military Park - 5 min walk
  • Jennie Wade House - 7 min walk
  • Gettysburg National Cemetery - 16 min walk
  • Gettysburg Battlefield Museum - 18 min walk

Getting around

  • Hagerstown, MD (HGR-Hagerstown Regional) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue & Gray Bar & Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪La Bella Italia - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Lincoln Diner - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Gettysburger - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Perfect Location: Historic Downtown Guesthouse pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Perfect Location: Historic Downtown Guesthouse?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Perfect Location: Historic Downtown Guesthouse?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Perfect Location: Historic Downtown Guesthouse located?

Located in Gettysburg Historic District, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Lincoln's Lost Treasure and Gettysburg National Military Park. The David Wills House and J&P Winery are just steps away.

Perfect Location: Historic Downtown Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 194 out of 228 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 228 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 228 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 228 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 228 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steph K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it!
Great property in a great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jimmie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
This was a great location and within a very easy walk to all locations in town. I don't think that it's possible to be any closer to the center!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra P., Southport, CT

Liked: Cleanliness
Parent’s Weekend
Amazing location! Perfect for our Parent’s Weekend. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Tami M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Very nicely decorated, comfy beds. You can’t beat the location. Walk out into the street and find great restaurants and cute shops. Close to the historic battlefields and museums.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and nice amenities
Two families of 4 stayed in this space. It was perfect for our group. The kids could hang in the bedrooms or played board games in the dining room while the adult chatted in the living room. The first floor bathroom is small, but the second floor bathroom is enormous. The beds were all very comfortable with nice sheets, pillows and bedding.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

alice P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location
Of all the places we have stayed, this is the cleanest place we have ever stayed. This location was so conveniently located to everything we needed to get to. Very quick response to our questions and a minor glitch was resolved very quickly. We would definitely stay here again if in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
Perfect location. Right on circle. House was clean and ready for us at check-in. Newly renovated bathroom upstairs. As mentioned on property details, there are only 2 parking spots. We had 3 cars, so had to use parking garage across the street. It's not an inconvenience though. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay!
The Laverne House never disappoints! This was our third time staying here, and it is just as wonderful as the first time. Everything is clean and comfortable, the owners are very nice and easy to get in touch with, there are so many things to do within walking distance, and they added a Keurig since the last time we stayed! When we end up back on Gettysburg, we will definitely try to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jadyn U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Super cute house. Location was perfect and within walking distance of lots of shops and restaurants. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Worth Renting
All and all, good place and great location. Everything’s close, and the unassuming Chinese place next door was surprisingly very good. Only recommendation would be a jet pump so there’s more water pressure in master shower. And improve quality of tv/cable provider. Good idea for only 1 tv in living room, signal interruptions, not ideal.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cory R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bike Trip
Great place - awesome location. Place was clean and the AC worked great. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic and historic stay, incredible location
Stayed with friends at The LaVerne. The location is second-to-none. It was easy to walk everywhere we wanted to go. The rooms were well appointed and the guest house had everything we needed. Don't think twice about renting this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
Very accommodating, wonderful location, and excellent communication. Will absolutely stay again on a return trip to Gettysburg.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M., Frederickburg va

Liked: Cleanliness
Gettysburg bike week
Amazing house! Very clean and comfortable and so convenient to restaurants and shopping. We will definitely be staying there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming, clean and comfortable.
We stayed at the LaVerne quest house while visiting Gettysburg for a family wedding. When we walked in we all said "Wow" this is so, so nice - the place is beautifully painted with some cool and interesting decorating accents. Beds were clean and comfortable - air conditioning excellent as it was super hot. All in all a great place and definitely would come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim L.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a location!!
We loved the house and location!! Only a couple of small suggestions; 1) is to have name plates on both front and back doors. A little confusing when we first arrived. 2) a small table or counter top to place toiletries and hooks to hang towels. But otherwise it was an excellent place to stay. Convenient parking and right downtown! We wouldn’t hesitate to tell others or book again on next visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaren K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gettysburg Visit
We had a wonderful time at the LaVerne Guest House! There was plenty of room for the whole family and all the kids were able to have their own rooms. We found the WiFi to be a little spotty but we were so active during the day that it only really impacted the kids in the evening. The beds were very comfortable and we were super thankful for the central air during the crazy heat wave we ran into. It was cooler on the upstairs level, which we thought was interesting but figure that the unit is probably on that floor so that would make sense. The location is absolutely amazing and we would definitely come back!! Thank you for a fabulous place to stay to make lifelong memories with our family!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Right in the Middle of Where You Want to Be
Gettysburg is a charming little town with a deep respect for history. We met our adult children here for the weekend. The dining and sitting areas were terrific for visiting. The kitchen is compact but we did cook one dinner and two breakfasts there. Lots of restaurants within walking distance and a short car ride to the Battlefield Museum.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Angela D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot in downtown
La Verne guesthouse was a perfect spot to stay for a wedding held at the Gettysburg Hotel. The upstairs bathroom is huge, and the bedrooms were large enough for the girls to get ready. Since La Verne is in the heart of downtown, we were able to walk to the hotel, to dinner, to a ghost tour, and to the Dave Wills house to get a national park passport stamp. I wasn't able to message the host through the vrbo app, but they gave me her number and she was kind and helpful when I needed it. The doors can be difficult to unlock and open, but you'll get the hang of it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience
We went to visit the battlefield for my son’s 16th bday with our family and my in-laws. The place is lovely and clean and centrally located. It was the perfect place to access the battlefield, the cool restaurants and walks on Gettysburg campus. Absolutely would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline W., Glen Allen

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Location
I stayed at this guesthouse with 6 college friends for our class reunion. The location is excellent and spacious for 6 of us. It was so nice to have a gathering space, well-equipped kitchen, comfortable beds and easy access to everything we needed. I gave a 4 in one category only because we had a little problem locating the lock box and the exterior sign shown in the guesthouse description doesn't exist. The owner was quick to respond with any questions and we didn't have any issues after that.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Eliza L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Graduation weekend
Perfect spot to enjoy all that Gettysburg has to offer. Close to the school, battleground and the main circle.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
This home has tons of space and is in a fantastic location right in town. The owner was easy to communicate with!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Kelly H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Better than therapy
This place was beautiful, right in the heart of the square. If you have bad knees, this place is not for you. There are a lot of stairs. The place was perfect for a girls getaway. The rooms were large and accommodated our party of 7.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gettysburg College Moms Weekend
Property was very clean and excellent location to downtown, the battlefield and college. Whether visiting the college or on vacation, I highly recommend this guesthouse. All communication and instructions were easy. Thanks for a great experience!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024