Historic luxury Forge mansion estate on the banks of French Creek. Pet friendly
The Home
Historic luxury Forge mansion estate on the banks of French Creek. Pet friendly
This fully restored and exquisitely furnished historic mansion ( built 1700 to 1769) offers luxury accommodation for up to 16 guests. A cottage which sleeps 6 is adjacent for larger parties, renting separately. There are numerous indoor and outdoor entertaining spaces with porches and a huge patio with gas BBQ. Indoors there is a huge family room with a massive kitchen inglenook fireplace housing a contemporary suspended wood stove. The eat-in designer chef kitchen is next then a dining room and sitting room complete the ground floor. There are 7 bedrooms, three with en suite bathrooms, the remaining bathrooms are shared by two bedrooms each. The estate borders French Creek with extensive lawns seeping to the river. The Mansion is in a bucolic riparian location but only minutes away from shopping and restaurants. Revolutionary war battlefields are close by ( yes, George Washington spent 3 nights at the forge after the Battle of Brandywine). Amish county is close where you can visit quaint towns, produce stands and see the horse and buggy Amish culture. For shoppers, the famous King of Prussia mall is 25 minutes away while a luxury outlet mall is 15 minutes away. Something for everyone yet a luxurious, tranquil home to retreat to once adventures are over!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
Home Features
What's Included
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Toilet paper
- Paper towels
- Basic soaps
- Iron & board
- Heating
- Fireplace
- Wood stove
- Desk
- Desk chair
Amenities & Features
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Kitchen island
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Kettle
- Blender
- Ice maker
- Toaster
- Lobster pot
Outdoor
- Fire pit
- Outdoor furniture
Entertainment
- Books
- Television
- Smart TV
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Dryer
Parking
- Parking
Safety
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Accessibility
- Wheelchair inaccessible
Area Guide
Neighborhood, Spring City
Spring City is home to this vacation home. Pennhurst Asylum Haunted House and World of Scouting Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Spring Hollow Golf Club and Markies Mini-Golf. The Carousel at Pottstown and Arnold's Family Fun Center are also worth visiting.
What's Nearby
- Cooks Glen Park5 min walk
- The Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks22 min drive
- King of Prussia Mall24 min drive
- Villanova University32 min drive
- Philadelphia Museum of Art46 min drive
Restaurants
- Wawa - 8 min drive
- Wawa - 10 min drive
- Bucktown Grille - 5 min drive
- Pigeon Creek Saloon & Eatery - 6 min drive
- Ye Old Coventry Pub - 8 min drive
Getting Around
- Exton Whitford Station - 27 min drive
- Blue Bell, PA (BBX-Wings Field) - 41 min drive
Bedrooms
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 6
1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
Bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap, Towels provided, Bathtub or shower, Bathtub, Toilet, Shampoo, Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap, Towels provided, Bathtub or shower, Bathtub, Toilet, Shampoo, Hair dryer
Bathroom 3
Soap, Towels provided, Bathtub or shower, Bathtub, Toilet, Shampoo, Hair dryer
Bathroom 4
Soap, Towels provided, Toilet, Shower only, Shampoo, Hair dryer
Bathroom 5
Soap, Towels provided, Toilet, Shower only, Shampoo, Hair dryer
Bathroom 6
Soap, Towels provided, Toilet
Spaces & Areas
House Rules
minimum age
- Minimum age to rent: 18
check out
- Check out before 10:00 AM
check in
- Check in after 3:00 PM
Events
- Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Smoking
- Smoking is not permitted
Pets
- Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Children
- Children allowed: ages 0-17
Policies
Damage Policy
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.
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 Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 30 Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
We should mention
- This property does not have elevators
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this venue pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at this venue?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at this venue?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is this venue located?
Situated in Spring City, this vacation home is steps from Cooks Glen Park and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Connie Batdorf Park. Owen J. Roberts Wildcat Stadium and Warwick County Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).
How many guests can this venue host for a wedding?
It can host up to 30 guests for a ceremony and reception, and sleeps up to 16 overnight.
Can I hold both the ceremony and reception here?
Yes — there is space for both the ceremony and reception.
Can the wedding party stay overnight?
Yes, it sleeps up to 16 guests across 7 bedrooms, so the wedding party can stay on-site.
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