Historic Stone Farmhouse w/ Pool and Wood-Fired Hot Tub on 13-acre Property

NEW full size folding crib available free of charge. Message host in advance to arrange use.Wood-fired hot tub “Alumitub” from Canada available. Message host to arrange use of the hot tub. $100 one-time set-up fee.POOL SEASON: May 24th through September 30thThe pool is not heated! However, it does have a solar cover, which helps it retain heat. With regular use of the solar cover, the pool is typically 80-84.Turtle Stop Farm WELCOMES PETS!Let me know in your booking inquiry whether you will be bringing a pet!All pets must be pre-approved prior to requesting your reservation. Include breed & weight when you inquire. A maximum of 3 pets are permitted on the property. If unapproved pets are detected on site, this may result in immediate termination of your reservation and/or charges of $100 per animal.Caretaker/gardener and his dog (terrier-pointer mix) resides on the property in the apartment above the garage. The caretaker keeps a vegetable/fruit/flower garden on the property, and maintaining the grounds and pool. Chickens, ducks, sheep and a livestock guardian dog (Maremma breed) live on the farm (primarily in the side field, generally out of view).We strive to give our guests privacy. Guests will have sole access front and back yard, porch, patio, pool, and hot tub, with exception to routine maintenance and lawn care. Guests will have shared access to the driveway, parking area, garden, and fields. Guests have no access to the barn and garage interiors.THE PROPERTYHere are some details of Turtle Stop Farm:-13 acres land (2 acres of yard and 11 acres of fields and hedgerows)-House sleeps up to 5 adults + 1 small child or infant-3 bedrooms-Modern stainless-steel kitchen appliances-Central heating and cooling-Fireplace and working wood stove-In-ground pool (bordered by the lawn rather than concrete), 3.5 to 8-ft deep-Poolside fire pit in backyard-Outdoor solar lighting-A human-size Lincoln Log set (for building play forts!) – contact host to arrange use-An outhouse, which houses additional pool towels, and can be used as an outdoor changing space-High-speed MESH Internet with voice-controlled G**gle Nest routers-Toys and kid friendly books and family games-Camping: guests are welcome to set up tents and camp-A porch that catches a lovely West breeze, with views of stunning sunsets, fields and wildflowers-Full size CRIB – contact host to arrange useROOM DETAILSThe Living RoomOriginal exposed hand-hewn beams and deep 20″ windowsillsWide-planked wood floorsA large stone fireplace with safe flame insert42″ flat screen TV with DVD playerA secretary desk with games and puzzles in the bottom drawerPlease be careful with the antique furniture that has been in our family for generations.Do not set drinks or damp, heavy or abrasive items on the dark-brown furniture that boarder the living room (they are labeled with signs)The KitchenA table that seats 6 comfortably, or 8 squeezed togetherPlace mats and cloth napkins kept in the large free-standing cabinet, as well as candle sticks, candles and a CD/tape-deck radio.Fully stocked with pots, pan and utensilsQuality SHARP knives and a knife sharpener!Keurig, traditional coffee maker, milk steamer/frother, grinder and electric hot water kettleCoffee and a selection of tea, filter for coffee makerCondiments, oils, vinegars, spices, sugar, salt and pepperDishwasherToaster oven and microwaveA dry-sink cabinet containing pool dive-toys, goggles, sunscreen, bug spray, and flashlightsThe BedroomsOn the 2nd floor, the Skylight Bedroom has a full-size antique spool bed. The room has a skylight that overlooks the fire pit and pool area. There is a small closet in this room.On the 2nd floor, the West Bedroom has an antique bed that is slightly wider that a twin bed. There is also a cot frame, which can be pulled out, and a thick cot mattress rolled up at the foot of the bed. The window overlooks the neighboring field and catches the west wind. There is a basket of toys in this room and children’s books in the built-in bookshelves. There is a small closet in this room.On the 2nd floor, the Master Bedroom has a window that looks out on the arbor and the side yard. There is a king size bed, built in bookshelves and a large four-door closet.Other areasThe Porch – You’ll find lots of useful and fun things on the porch, including badminton rackets and birdies, croquet set, firewood (in the winter), gardening tools (feel free to use them!), rocking chairs and a little cafe table and chairs set.Cellar – Accessed from a trap door on the porch, the cellar houses the washer and dryer. The ceiling is very low, watch your head! And please, no children in or pets the cellar.Pool house – The filter is in the pool house. Please do not enter the pool house or touch the pool equipment unless arranged with the host. Pool floats and dive toys are stored next to the pool house.Outhouse – The outhouse has a serviceable toilet.Barn and Garage – The interior of these buildings are off-limits to guestsFenced-in garden and fields – Guests have shared access to the garden and fields. Guests may walk through the gardens, but please do not pick any produce. We try to provide a selection of produce of whatever is in season. The caretaker farms the land here, so please be respectful of farm operations.

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Sand Castle Winery, Linden Hill Gardens, and Delaware River. Quakertown Swamp and Lake Nockamixon are also within 6 miles (10 km).