Meet Carol
Outgoing, Creative, Sociable
Family Hobbies
Cycling, Fitness, gym, Cooking, Gardening, Hiking
Response Rate
100%
Response Time
Within two hours
About the Homestay
- Welcomes
- Males
- Females
- Couples
- Families
- Students
Relaxing river house, directly across from Philadelphia, 5 minutes from NE Philly, and about 20 minutes from the downtown area. Our older home has river views by the Tacony Bridge, a large glassed-in furnished porch for relaxing, and is within walking distance to the NJ Riverline with easy connections to PATCO and the city. If you miss your pet, we do have a dog for petting! You can take a folding chair to the riverbank and watch the sailboats during summer months. Also, within walking distance of a nature park, Palmyra Cove.
We offer a lovely newly furnished bedroom with double-bed. You are welcome to use the washer and dryer, fridges and the grill. We have Wifi. Within 5 minutes walking distance of historic Riverton's local restaurants, old time ice cream parlor and a even a gym. If you are active, this is a great area for runners or you are welcome to use my treadmill. If you are less actively inclined, you can laze on the porch or stroll along the river. We are BIG walkers, (dog!), so you can join us if you like.
I LOVE to bake and cook so breakfast is no problem. Desserts definitely come with the territory around here! Guarantee there will always be a home-made baked treat available. Can provide info on sight-seeing attractions, insiders guide to area. I am fanatically clean though dog hair comes with the territory.
This room is for one, two (couple). Bed is a double. SAFE, CLEAN environment. This is not a huge home. We will be sharing our living space. I work from home, so will almost always be here for anything you may need.
We enjoy cycling, walking, dogs, reading by fire, cooking/baking, attending fairs/festivals, fitness, TV, DIY, gardening. Many diverse interests.
Additional Info
Driveway or Street parking. Will pick up from airport.
My Pets
Dog
House Facilities
- Garden
- Computer
- Laundry
- Patio
- Barbecue
- Parking
- TV
- Internet Access
- Smoke alarm
- Smoke alarm on each floor
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Air Conditioning
Bedrooms available for booking
About the Area
Located in NJ, just off of Delaware river, near base of Tacony Bridge - 5 minutes from NE Philly and I-95. Twenty minute drive from Center City Philadelphia, Sts. Peter & Paul Cathedral, Art Museum Parkway, Papal visit events, museums, attractions. Three minute walking distance to the NJ Riverline which takes you to PATCO and all transportation hubs into city - about 30-35 minutes to Center City via public transportation. One hour drive from AC. 90 minutes from NYC.
Local Area Facilities
- Park
- Gym
- Library
- Museum
- Shopping Centre
- Sports arena
- Health club
- Fishing
- Restaurant
- Train station
- Hospital
Meals
Hosts can offer a complimentary light breakfast at their discretion. All other meals, including a full breakfast, might incur an additional cost, if offered. Meals and any additional payment should be arranged directly with your host.
Included in the stay
- Complimentary Light Breakfast
- Use of Kitchen
House Rules
Must be clean. I am not a maid! You will be truly be our guests. If you are hot/cold/hungry/need towels anything else, ask. I will be happy to oblige as your host.
MUST like dog(s).
Must lock up when entering and leaving.
Quiet after 11PM.
No strangers.
This is our first time hosting. If its your first time as a guest, we may be a good match!
Smoking Rules
Your host is a non-smoker.
Smoking is not allowed.
1 Review
September 2015
I met Carol and her husband, Tom, and Linus, their dog, on my trip to Philadelphia to see Pope Francis. They were all wonderful hosts and made my trip a most memorable one. They are very familiar with the area and transportation and that was a huge help. They did everything possible to ensure that I had a great trip and I really did.
How do I book?
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When do I pay?
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