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Cozy 1B/1B Cottage in Town Center Swarthmore w/ Doorstep Parking!

Enjoy your morning coffee at Hobbs or breakfast at Village Vine before heading out to explore Philadelphia.

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Property grounds
Smart TV, books
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Onsite parking

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 355 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Cozy 1B/1B Cottage in Town Center Swarthmore w/ Doorstep Parking!

Welcome to your cozy getaway! You'll love the convenience of having a dedicated parking spot right by the front door—no hassle, park and walk right in! Situated in the heart of Town Center Swarthmore, it's one of only four BnBs in this vibrant area. It's family-friendly and professionally cleaned to ensure a comfortable and worry-free stay.

Step inside to find a cozy queen bed in a private bedroom and a full bathroom featuring a relaxing tub, shower, glow-in-the-dark toilet seat, and high-pressure handheld shower head. Wooden sway doors create a cozy division between the bedroom and the inviting living room, where multiple comfy couches await you. The kitchen is fully stocked for whipping up a meal, making it easy to feel at home.

Step outside, and you're just a short walk from Swarthmore College, hiking trails, an outdoor amphitheater, the Co-Op Food Market, and various dining options. Whether grabbing a coffee at Hobbs, breakfast at Village Vine, enjoying a brew at Ship Bottom, or sushi at Bamboo Bistro, everything is within easy reach—including the train to explore Philadelphia!!
Here are the guidelines to follow during your stay:
- No parties, smoking, or disruptive behavior.
- Please return the Parking Fob to avoid a replacement fee.
- Turn off the AC/Heat before leaving.
- Only use the provided parking spots.
- Do not exceed the guest count on the reservation.
- Clean up any significant messes made before checkout.
- No reservation alterations within 14 days of check-in.
- Inform us of any specific allergies before booking.
- Contact us with any concerns within 12 hours of check-in.
- Pets are welcome for $40 per stay, with a maximum of two pets.
- We must uphold our cancellation policies.

Property manager

Russell

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Coin laundry

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

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 accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycles
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 592 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

296494

About the neighborhood

Map
PA, Swarthmore

What's nearby

  • Swarthmore College - 5 min walk
  • Widener University - 6 min drive
  • Harrah's Casino and Racetrack - 8 min drive
  • University of Pennsylvania - 20 min drive
  • Wells Fargo Center - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Swarthmore Station - 1 min walk
  • Township Line Road Station - 13 min drive
  • Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ichiban - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪320 Market Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sbarro - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy 1B/1B Cottage in Town Center Swarthmore w/ Doorstep Parking! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Cozy 1B/1B Cottage in Town Center Swarthmore w/ Doorstep Parking!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy 1B/1B Cottage in Town Center Swarthmore w/ Doorstep Parking!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy 1B/1B Cottage in Town Center Swarthmore w/ Doorstep Parking! located?

Situated in Swarthmore, this apartment building is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Swarthmore College and within 6 mi (10 km) of Widener University and Delaware County Courthouse. Harrah's Casino and Racetrack and Delaware River are also within 6 mi (10 km). Swarthmore Station is only a 1-minute walk.

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Cozy 1B/1B Cottage in Town Center Swarthmore w/ Doorstep Parking! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William B.

Clean, Quaint, Safe, and homey
Loved the cottage and loved the area. Will be returning to this cottage for more Phillies games from our home in North Carolina.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Excellent place.
We really enjoyed our stay. The location was excellent and perfect for the train to Philadelphia. It was comfortable and quiet accommodation. I would say however that it could do with a bit of a makeover as the decor and furnishings were rather tired.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

Cozy and Comfortable
Great location! Clean and convenient
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

hamad a., Pottstown

Small cozy place close to phili
Cottage with living room and a small kitchen with bedroom and bathroom. The train station is close and there is a village close by too. Good for two people staying over for a quick stop !
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hannah R.

Comfy, clean stay in a safe neighborhood!
Stayed at this rental while in town for a live review course over 4 nights and really enjoyed myself. The rental is cozy and located in a safe neighborhood. Lots of cute shops and food options in walking distance. The host was quick to respond if I had any questions too. Furniture (including the bed) was very comfy. Mood lighting in each room was really cool as well. Only 15 minutes from the airport area which was helpful. I would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy W.

Great rental - ideal location!
The only reason I have 4 stars to communication with the property manager is because the vrbo website had major issues on my check in day and I could not connect to get checkin information - but he made every effort to reach me - not knowing that I could not respond because of the system issues!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Angela K.

Quaint with lots to do in the area
We enjoyed our stay at the cottage while passing through on our trip home. Russell was very quick to respond in our messages back and forth. Their small town is so nice to get a quick dinner which is in walking distance. I felt the bed was not very comfortable it was too soft for my liking but my husband was happy with it. We enjoyed our resting time here and I would be happy to return again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

Walking Distance to Swarthmore College
Great stay! Walking distance to all things Swarthmore College! Located just behind Hobbs - the local coffee hangout for the community and the school. Bed was extremely comfortable, property was clean and quiet. I was there over the weekend and each night there was a food truck on the other side of the parking lot playing music - could not hear a note of it in the bedroom! Reserved parking spot is clearly noted and a definite plus as parking can be scarce. The Co-op is the next block over and great for picking up ready made food/sandwiches and snacks for the room. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Just What I Needed...
I can give nothing but positive feedback on this property. Not only was it essentially a home away from home, during my stay in Pennsylvania, it too met all my needs an accommodations. The host Russell couldn't have been more friendlier an helpful, from when I booked my the location back in August of 2023, all the way to up to my entire time, of being in the area this past week. He not only responded in a timely manner from beginning to end, he too was understanding to my late arrival on the initial day of check-in, an was kind enough to make sure there was proper lighting at the property, so that I was not walking into a dark setting. This location did the job of giving me a safe an secure stay for both my dog an I, in what is a beautiful neighborhood, near the town's various means of transportation i.e. train, bus, etc. . You get your own assigned parking spot on site, an are within a quiet community, that is very welcoming. I very much recommended this property to anyone looking to visit Pennsylvania, especially the bigger cities of Philadelphia. It allows you to be within close proximity of towns such as the latter, whilst avoiding having to be directly within in it all.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen F.

Comfortable, easy and convenient
I stayed in the cottage for 3 nights. I wanted to be near the college and this location couldn't be better for that and for super easy access by Septa (if you want to travel into the city). The cottage itself is small (but as described!), but very comfortable for 1 or 2 people. The bed is very comfortable, shower great, wifi good and really all you need. I would (will) stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce G.

Good location
Great place.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven F.

Comfort and Convenience
Accommodations fit our needs well and the location near (a few steps away) from the Septa stop make it convenient to the entire area. Hard to beat for a quick stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Susan T.

Cute and Convenient Cottage
My husband and I recently stayed for 18 days. We live in NC and were looking for a daily place to unwind and sleep after visiting with PA friends and family. The cottage suited our needs perfectly. It was tidy and comfortable. After an initial problem with the air conditioner, it was a comfortable stay. Russ was very apologetic and sent maintenance very quickly. It turned out that someone forgot to turn it on earlier in the day. It was a very hot day and it took some time to cool the place down. It worked perfectly well from that day forward. I only mention it because Russ went above and beyond to satisfy us. I took off one point only because the furnishings (particularly the sofa and oversized chair) were comfortable but tired looking and took up most of the living space. Perhaps a recliner would be less space invasive? We loved the location and enjoyed the convenience of the Co-Op, coffee shops and restaurants. We also appreciated that our little dog 🐶 was able to stay with us. Having our own parking space in front of the unit was a plus too. We will definitely stay again for short visits while in the area.
Stayed 18 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darlyn S.

Just Amazing
This place never ceases to amaze us. This is our second time staying here and we absolutely loved it! This is such a cozy , warm, perfect, lovely place to be. You have the best of all worlds with the kitchen , living room, bedroom and kitchen. I would stay here time and time again! And the host is so lovely ! Thank you again for such a nice time !
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

gloria f.

Great
Perfect for visiting family in the area. Would definitely book again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe J.

Quick stay for work
It was a nice little town with a very comfy stay. Host was very helpful. Having your own parking spot was also great! On a side note the owner of the Ship Bottom Brewery, Robert Zarko tends to hold food trucks in that same parking lot because he has a little area where his costumers can drink in front of the parking lot. Robert Zarko backed into my car the last day of my stay. Not the hosts fault. Just be weary since it is a tight parking lot. Aside from that a perfect stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024