Garden Oasis 1 BR Apartment in Historical Victorian, Private Entrance, Deck

Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
4.8
Outstanding(62 Reviews)

Apartment in Philadelphia, PA

3 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

About this apartment rental

Garden oasis in historical tree-lined neighborhood, yet close to downtown Philly. Unique 2-floor apartment in University City (“Philly’s Brooklyn”) with deck & private entrance. 1860s Victorian, light & airy: 1-3 people. Perfect for extended stay (wkly & monthly discounts). Full eat-in kitchen, dishwasher. Washer/dryer. Old world charm & exposed brick in spacious bedroom suite: couch & workstation. 50" 4K Roku HDTV. Fast WiFi. Smoke-free. Drexel University: 5 mins, CHOP HUP UPenn: 10 mins, PHL Airport: 25 mins, 30th St Train Station: 8 mins, Zoo: 5 mins. You will have full access to the apartment, sole use of the deck.

This two-floor apartment has been renovated so that it is completely separate from the rest of this distinctive Victorian house. One of the oldest houses on the west side of the Schuylkill River, the apartment has unique historical features and feel but with modern kitchen and new deck. This garden apartment has a separate, private entrance through the side gate into the back yard. It features an eat-in full kitchen with two sets of French doors, a bathroom, and full laundry. Upstairs is a large bedroom suite, with living room area and a work space. Now with organic cotton bedding. The apartment has a lot of natural light, comfort and serenity.

On-street parking is available. While some street blocks require a residential parking permit during the day, other blocks do not. Nights and weekends parking is free with no permits necessary. Check for parking regulations by block.

The house is very close to many public transportation options: Route 10 trolley stops 2 blocks away, Route 31 bus stops across the street, and the Blue Market-Frankford subway line is 7-minute walk, all will take you downtown. Indego bicycle rental space is 3 blocks away, and Lyft, Uber and taxis are often close-by. Of course, Philly is one of the best walking cities in the US, and the Art Museum, Barnes and downtown Center City (Rittenhouse Square, Fairmount, etc) are all 20-35 minute walks away, or 10+ mins by car. Not far from restaurants, shops, galleries of Northern Liberties, Fishtown, Old City and East Passyunk.

Our neighborhood, Powelton Village, is a national historic district, full of stately Victorian homes in the University City section of West Philadelphia. It grew and developed with the expansion of trolley car lines to the area in the late 1800s and "Powelton soon became a choice residential spot for Philadelphia industrial tycoons" [wikipedia]. Later settled by many Quakers, it was one of the first, if not the first, integrated neighborhood in the 1950s. In the 60s and 70s, it was a counterculture center. Today it is home to many families, professionals, artists, students, professors and employees of local universities.

I live and work (most of the time) in the front unit of the house.

Amenities

Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden

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Reviews

4.8
Outstanding(62 Reviews)
4.8
Nov 2023
Nice location and amenities. Appreciated quick response to questions.
4.8
Sep 2023
I enjoyed staying here for a few weeks. Most mornings, I'd walk a few blocks to Midas Coffee for a latte and vegan cookie and work on my laptop for hours. Some afternoons, I'd pick up an Indigo Bike and cycle to the the Schuylkill River Trail. Then I'd bike along the trail or park the bike and jog to the "Rocky" stairs and back. Very cool! Other days, I'd take a 20 minute walk in a different direction from David's place to visit my daughter at UPenn. As others have said, you need to be comfortable with a relatively steep staircase to stay here — The big bedroom is upstairs; the bathroom downstairs. Also, as others have said, the porch is a lovely feature.
4.8
Jun 2023
Love this cozy apartment. It is as advertised. Clean and comfortable. We parked right next to the entrance on 3Xth Street every time. EZ. Quick walk to Drexel. Expect city noises and plenty of sunshine. Stairs are steepish but EZ if you are not feeble. This is our 2nd time and we’ll be back. Host quite responsive.
4.8
May 2023
Great place for my sister and me to stay for a couple of nights. Close to subway and some good eats.
4.8
May 2023
We really enjoyed our stay at David’s apartment! We liked that it was walking distance to penn and the parking situation on the street was super easy! The apartment was very nice and clean. David was available to answer any questions. We highly recommend this vrbo!
4.8
Jan 2023
David's property is extremely clean and will lay down exactly how it's described in the description. It is extremely close to a number of attractions inclusive of art, museums, historical sites, restaurants and shops. This is my second stay at David's and will definitely come back for a third time thank you very much.
4.8
Jan 2023
David's property is extremely clean and will lay down exactly how it's described in the description. It is extremely close to a number of attractions inclusive of art, museums, historical sites, restaurants and shops. This is my second stay at David's and will definitely come back for a third time thank you very much.
4.8
Dec 2022
The property was immaculate, easy to check in, matched the description on the app. David the owner kept in good consistent communication with us and his recommendations for restaurants and experiences were spot on. Planning on going back with my sisters in January.

FAQs

How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Philadelphia?

The average price for a rental in Philadelphia is £122 per night. This rental is £9 above the average.

Is parking included with this apartment?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Garden Oasis 1 BR Apartment in Historical Victorian, Private Entrance, Deck. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this apartment?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this apartment. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Garden Oasis 1 BR Apartment in Historical Victorian, Private Entrance, Deck pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this apartment is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Garden Oasis 1 BR Apartment in Historical Victorian, Private Entrance, Deck?

We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.

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