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Professors' Place - Beautiful River View! WHOLE HOUSE! 20 min. to Hershey

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
TV, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms171 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

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

Professors' Place - Beautiful River View! WHOLE HOUSE! 20 min. to Hershey

Beautiful home right on the Susquehanna River! Amazing river views from front windows. Walking distance to Capitol, Midtown Scholar Bookstore, Broad Street Market, Strawberry Square, Whitaker Center. Light and bright house with updated interior. We are minimalist in our decor, so we don't have a lot of clutter. But we believe in having items of quality and value. Each decorative item in our home has been chosen carefully and brings us much joy! Handmade Amish quilts on all the beds. Beautiful stained glass windows. Local, original works of art throughout the house. A Persian carpet in the living room made from natural dyes and purchased through a fair-trade organization. 2 outdoor decks you can relax and eat on. An outdoor patio off the kitchen. We also love to eat breakfast in the summer at the little table outside our front door. Speaking of breakfast, we love the donuts and cinnamon rolls just a few blocks away from the Broad St. Market. We are members of the Mennonite faith which means we are not allowed to have a TV in our home. However, we do not want to impose our values on our guests, so we provide free WiFi - so bring your laptop and devices along to get your screen time. Our family enjoys talking, walking, and playing together. We have board games and books at the house for your enjoyment. Enjoy the great outdoors! Just walk outside and start jogging, walking, and biking along river. Nice walk to City Island (about 25 min. walk) where you can use batting cages, arcade games, watch Senators baseball games, City Islanders soccer games, Water mini-golf, playground, etc. We love this house and we know you will too! As a family of nine, we live here only part of the year. We love knowing that our home is available to other large groups or even family reunions. We know how hard it is to find similar accommodations in hotels where groups can spend time together. History: The house was owned for 35 yrs. by a professor of psychiatry. Both of us are professors as well, of biology and political science. This house is a great place to relax and take a break from work!

Property manager

Nathan & Faith Zook

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,845 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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
Note from host: We also have pack & play, in addition to 8 people.

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 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

About the area

Map
Harrisburg, PA

What's nearby

  • Riverfront Park - 1 min walk
  • Pennsylvania State Capitol - 19 min walk
  • Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex - 5 min drive
  • City Island - 6 min drive
  • National Civil War Museum - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Harrisburg Transportation Center - 5 min drive
  • Harrisburg, PA (HAR-Capital City) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mad Moose Tavern - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Millworks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Ciervo's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Crawdaddy's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Zeroday Outpost - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Professors' Place - Beautiful River View! WHOLE HOUSE! 20 min. to Hershey pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Professors' Place - Beautiful River View! WHOLE HOUSE! 20 min. to Hershey?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Professors' Place - Beautiful River View! WHOLE HOUSE! 20 min. to Hershey?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Professors' Place - Beautiful River View! WHOLE HOUSE! 20 min. to Hershey located?

This family-friendly Harrisburg holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Riverfront Park and Broad Street Market. State Museum of Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania National Fire Museum are also within 15 minutes. Harrisburg Transportation Center is 24 minutes by foot.

Professors' Place - Beautiful River View! WHOLE HOUSE! 20 min. to Hershey Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 53 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Vinnie E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great space and conveniently located
The property was immaculately clean and very well appointed. My friends used it as a central location while we were attending a convention in Harrisburg and is served us really well. The only small ding on an otherwise really perfect property is that parking is tough. This isn't the owner's fault of course but it's worth mentioning that if you're commuting by car you will need to carefully check all posted signage.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diamond C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place for us
This property was everything promised in the description. We stayed the weekend to attend a family wedding and were very happy with our choice of this accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

SUE A.

Dissappointed but since we were almost never there, it really didn't matter as much as it might of.
We were disappointed by the advertising and disclosures after you had our money (with a no refund policy) that would have most assurdly not been something we would have chosen. We were greatly disturbed by the three story situation, the terrible parking problem and the incredible level of traffic within five steps of the front door. The decorating description was embellished..
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Julie V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls getaway
It was lovely by the River!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Audrey W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming home close in to town
Several friends and I were in town for a wedding and had a great time here. The place is clean and inviting. Everyone was comfortable in their bedrooms and there were also multiple outdoor spaces. We had a couple of wedding related events in town and we were able to walk to all of them. The house is located across the street from a river and so we had a pleasant walk along the river into town. One member of our group is a runner and she enjoyed running along one side of the river to a bridge then back along the other side to a second bridge. Check in was straightforward and the house had the amenities we needed (towels, hairdryer, etc.).
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint and affordable.
Great location in a spacious, older home. Super hosts. River view outstanding.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location great view
Stay was great super comfortable. Plenty of toys for my child and lots of kids books to read at bedtime. 5 stars all the way
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt B., Independence

Liked: Cleanliness
Beauty and Proximity
Excellent views of the river and just where we needed to be for our event in downtown Harrisburg. The Zooks are great hosts that give you all the details you need for a good stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meredyth B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday Weekend
I was visiting with some cousins and friends for my birthday and we had a great time at the house. There’s a lot of views and we loved how close to the water it is! We were a bit sad that the grill wasn’t available, but I would definitely come back again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Downtown Experience
Wonderful time staying in such a unique home! We never even found a need for tv and didn’t miss it a bit. There was so much to do and so much to explore. Our kids were fascinated with how different this house was from what they’ve seen. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Carin A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location!!
Could not ask for a better spot- just a few blocks from the amazing public market, movie theatres, restaurants… You do need to consider the parking, but it’s not a huge deal. Beds are comfy. No frills, but a nice, clean place.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beverly T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Harrisburg family get away
Such iia beautiful home, perfect location for activities . Walking distance to downtown Harrisburg. And easy travel to Hershey, Camp Hill, York, Lancaster area. Stunning views.home provided all basic needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carly H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house, awesome location
The house is got some really cool old vibes with a really great view and location, walking distance to some fun spots!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abby T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
Ideally situated across from the lovely Susquehanna River and in the heart of Midtown Harrisburg, this is a terrific spot to visit. The hosts were very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Jean P.

Historic Harrisburg
A nice walkable neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wes S., Tallahassee, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness
A week along the river
As advertised. Close to attractions. Parking wasn’t as hard as what I had seen other guests describe. Good launching point to the surrounding area. If you like old houses (which we do) you will like this house!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous in town location.
Very clean with comfortable furniture. Owner very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Karla Rose M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Harrisburg home on the Riverfront
The home itself was an older home with a lot of character & charm. Just a neat place! Many details & information were shared in advance of our arrival which was very helpful. . All of our needs were met by the host and we enjoyed our stay there. The biggest problem was parking near the home. It was stressful. Needed to work around street cleaning, streets being repaved, and one-way streets. Had to park 4-5 blocks up the street in order to be safe from tickets or towing. Not only just one but had 2 vehicles to park. Parking was the only negative during our stay in Harrisburg.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
The home is absolutely beautiful. The hardwood floors, stain glass windows, view of the river, all of it was just amazing. The communication was top notch. I knew if anything cane up, I could reach out. If I'm ever planning to go back, I would most definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

2/10 Terrible

Benita P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unreasonable house rules
We left and stayed at a hotel for the week instead of staying the night here because the house did not meet the needs of our family, and this was not clear prior to booking the stay. The house location and expectations were unworkable for us. Examples: (1) The first example isn't really the homeowner's fault, and is completely understandable given the age and location of the home. Unfortunately, we couldn't find out about these prior to booking, or we would have booked elsewhere. There was no parking at the property, and there were no designated spots on the closest side road. This meant every time we left, we had to move the cars and hope to find a nearby spot when we returned. While this is perfectly fine for some, the walk was hard on my parents, who are getting up there in years. The narrow steps inside were also difficult for my parents. (2) The rest of our examples are house rules set by the owner. The house has some air conditioning, but the homeowner requested that it be set at 75 degrees, which is too warm for our family, which runs hot. (This was actually the final straw that caused us to choose to pay the extra money for a hotel-- otherwise we'd be too tired and cranky to enjoy the week... best money we spent!) (3) The house had beautiful windows looking at the water, but the homeowner requested the windows remained shuttered during daytime hours to protect their hardwood floors. I understand that this is an old house, but the PRIMARY selling point for booking this was that it had a beautiful view. My dad will spend hours just watching the water, which he was unable to see because the windows had to remain shuttered. (4) The rules said we were not able to wear shoes in the house to protect the floor. Two members of my family are required by their doctor to wear shoes except for when they're laying down for bed. (5) The rules also said we could not eat anywhere other than the kitchen or dining room. This just didn't work for my family, who likes to snack while watching movies and playing games.... though, I should also mention there is no TV here. These restrictions probably work for many people, but it did not work for our family of 5. We left and did not stay for the week. I wouldn't post all of this because the homeowners seem lovely, but I would like to spare another family the inconvenience we went through.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Valdean L.

Liked: Cleanliness
guided fishing trip
great location nice people.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachael W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for Large Family
Staying at the Professor's Place made our family's volunteer weekend in Harrisburg perfect! We all had plenty of room to spread out inside the house--- as well as on the balconies and back patio. The neighbors were wonderful and the teens were able to walk to the Broad Street Market to get food on their own! We definitely hop to stay again in the near future! Thanks for sharing your home with us!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

K H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Positive Experience
The house was just as described. It accommodated our large party well, which was in the area for a short weekend away. It is within walking distance from some shops and restaurants, which is nice. Parking wasn't bad on the weekend or maybe we just got lucky but permit parking wasn't enforced on Saturday/Sunday. Overall, it was a good experience. Pet friendly was nice feature, as we have two small dogs. The grass right across the street was nice as well. Good views from each level of the home. Listen to what the directions say about the heat,. It was VERY cold and windy and we kept the heat on 60 the entire time and the house stayed very warm!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

Liked: Cleanliness
City Oasis
This was a perfect place for our family. We have a family member in the hospital down the street so this was a prime location. We woke each morning to a beautiful view of the Susquehanna River that lightened our spirits. Our family took full advantage of all the games located on the property. Our favorite game though was hide n seek. Parking was a bit of a challenge but we expected that. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

helen c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful 3 story home on the Susquehanna River.
Lovely home, walking distance from everything. The hosts provided excellent instructions about the property and surrounding area. Would recommend to friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021