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In the heart of Elizabethtown, Library Firehouse apartment offers a unique retreat. This historic space features high ceilings, spacious rooms, a cozy gas fireplace and an inviting library room with books and games to enjoy.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Firehouse Library Apartment

  • Welcome to our one-of-a-kind Library Firehouse apartment located in the heart of Elizabethtown! Our apartment is filled with unique details and historic significance to our town. What was once the town fire house, a dance studio, an art gallery and many more important pillars to the people in our community now sits as a cozy, spacious apartment for travelers & visitors to enjoy.

    Experience
    As you enter the library apartment you'll notice the high ceilings and spacious rooms. A cozy gas fireplace accents the spacious kitchen and dining room, rounded walls lead you down the apartment corridor and 11 foot pocket doors greet you as you are welcomed into our most-loved room, the Library Room. The Library room is full of books and cozy spaces to read, play games, do puzzles, paint, watch TV or just relax and hang out. Another favorite in this charming space is the heated bathroom floor in one of the bathrooms, the electric fireplace in the master bedroom and the natural light that comes in from the large windows.

    Location
    We love Elizabethtown and this location. The apartment itself spans the upstairs of our historic building and the neighbors below are a well-loved therapeutic massage & skincare studio, an upscale consignment boutique & a Furniture/Decor shop! The Building is right on Market street and within walking distance to numerous cafe's, restaurants, breweries, shops & parks. There are many hiking, walking and biking trails within 10-20mins from our location and we sit beautifully in the middle of Lancaster and Harrisburg cities if you want to take a day trip into the city. Hershey Park is only 23 minutes from our apartment. So whether you seek a quaint small town feel, the outdoor adventure, the stay cozy/stay-in experience and/or the city day trip , our location is poised perfectly to accommodate many guest's visions.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming 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

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No books are to be taken from the rental premises. Books are available for guests to read during their stay only.
Check-out: take trash/recycling out, return all items within the rental to their proper place, strip the beds & put all linens/towels in laundry room

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Pack n Play/linens available & clip on high chair

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Located in Elizabethtown, this apartment is in the city centre and near theme parks. Spooky Nook Sports is worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Hershey's Chocolate World and Hersheypark. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Hersheypark Stadium or Hersheypark Arena. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking. Visit our Elizabethtown travel guide
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Elizabethtown, PA

What's nearby

  • Enthusiastic woman selects books in bookstore alone. Female book lover browsing, searching textbooks, handbooks, library visit, book fair, book crossing, literature passion, bibliophile in store
    Pages Bookstore
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hershey's Chocolate World
    Hershey's Chocolate World
    25 min drive - 22.5 km
  • Hersheypark Stadium
    Hersheypark Stadium
    25 min drive - 23.2 km
  • Hersheypark
    Hersheypark
    26 min drive - 22.9 km
  • Giant Center
    23 min drive - 21.5 km

Getting around

  • Elizabethtown Station
    13 min walk
  • Harrisburg, PA (MDT-Harrisburg Intl.)
    17 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dunkin'
    12 min walk
  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • The Marketplace
    17 min walk
  • Hoss's Steak & Sea House
    2 min drive
  • Whisk Cafe
    15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Firehouse Library Apartment pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Firehouse Library Apartment?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Firehouse Library Apartment?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Firehouse Library Apartment?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Firehouse Library Apartment located?

This family-friendly Elizabethtown apartment building is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of Pages Bookstore and Masonic Health Care Center. Conewago Recreation Trailhead is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) away. Elizabethtown Station is 13 minutes by foot.

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Firehouse Library Apartment Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 66 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and family friendly flat in quaint Elizabethtown. The library is glorious!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dean Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved our stay

Location is perfect. This place had everything we could need or want. Really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sara H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Firehouse Library

Absolutely the best property we’ve stayed at! Very clean, comfortable, and beautifully decorated. Would love to stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Different place to stay

The firehouse is a unique place to stay. Our family enjoyed the living room space, all the book and art center.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adorable reading nooks

The kids loved all the hidden lofts and nooks. Really fun, unique space!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Shari S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Made the trip memorable

A fantastic find! It was awesome to be able to have our family together in such a nicely updated and yet historic house. Many extras and everything just as described, but even better!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kristina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Gathering

Cute, unique place. Plenty of space. Close to Hershey Park and other attractions like breweries and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Elizabethtown / Hershey vacation

Amazing place and they had all of the amenities you would need! The place was clean and a readers dream getaway. Cute living area with a library loft and lots of little reading nooks. Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pranav M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best VRBO property, full of surprises!!

Great property to stay with kids and friends, lots of activities provided by host. Unique space full of surprises. Thank you for letting us experience staying inside a firehouse!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Danyela W.

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Wedding getaway!!

Wonderful weekend preparing for a family wedding! Perfect location in a quaint town full of adorable shops and eateries:)The firehouse was chock full of authentic history and positive energy.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Darcie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Meet weekend

We started at this property to work a local sporting event. We did not have time for vacation, but the property was a nice, clean place to relax after a long day.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

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Beautiful and cozy!

This ‘apartment’ home is beautiful and cozy! Lots of places to curl up with a book and relax. During our visit, we were lucky that some Christmas decor was up. It simply added to the magic of the home. We will definitely staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

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Highly recommend!!

Beyond perfect spot! Apartment was beautifully eclectic and very well cared for! The location is in a quaint setting within walking distance to locally-owned businesses! The host was responsive and ensured all our needs were addressed! It was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

John G.

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Graduation

College graduationion. Great experience at the fire house
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susan E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Family Time

From the moment we walked into this beautiful home we knew it was just the place for us! The location for the wedding venue, Stone Gable Estates, was in close proximity to the event. The Firehouse is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the excellent accommodations. Anything you need for a trip is provided at this lovely residence.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Joe F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

My family and i had a lovely stay at this unique property. There are so many little nooks and crannies to curl up with a book. Also, the communication was excellent and punctual. For example, it snowed while we were visiting and I expressed concerns re someone falling and it was promptly handled. .aabout someone
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Leah W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique, Fabulous Stay

We had an amazing weekend staying at this beautifully converted firehouse! The apartment was incredibly spacious, thoughtfully designed, and full of character. The high ceilings and historic charm made it a truly unique experience, while the modern amenities ensured a comfortable stay.The location was perfect—just a short walk to great shops & restaurants. And a short drive to The Star Barn for the family wedding event we were attending. A special shoutout to our host, Carissa! She was so welcoming and helpful, making our first visit to Elizabethtown even more memorable.Highly recommend this one-of-a-kind stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

William V.

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Perfect gateway for HersheyPark

I stayed here for two nights with my wife and two daughters, 10 and 12. This may have been my favorite VRBO I've stayed in. The library is unique and well stocked with books and family games. There was plenty of room for everyone to have their own space, and there are good places to eat (and drink, if you're so inclined) within easy walking distance. Thumbs up all around.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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WOW … Firehouse Library was AWESOME!

The Firehouse Library was just spectacular. The place was very clean, very spacious, beautifully & creatively decorated, well-stocked, and just fun. We could have stayed for a week just exploring all the books, DVDs, games and artwork. It was perfectly located for us since we were doing things in Strasburg (Sight & Sound Theater) and Hershey. The welcome binder gave us plenty of great dining choices (definitely try the Whisk Cafe for brekky) and info about the area. The hosts were terrific. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Location w/ a Unique Quirkiness

This property is absolutely beautiful! My family and I stayed here because it was close to a wedding venue that we were attending. I loved the location. Market Street had the cutest shops that were all within walking distance. The inside of the condo had something for everyone in our party to enjoy. Yoga mats, a rope climb for kids, an artist painting corner with easel and paints and so much more!. Tons of board games and of course, books galore! we WILL be coming back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

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Amazing historic apartment perfect for literary nerds

Words cat do justice to how much my family enjoyed this rental. The library was more extensive than expected. Our entire family enjoyed exploring the titles, finding an interesting one, and then settling into one of the amazing reading books located all over the apartment. There were so many special details that made the rental a cut above every other Vrbo we’ve visited—sound machines in the rooms, blackout curtains, a fully-stocked coffee station, an artist’s corner in the library loft, and so much more. We definitely plan to book it again for a longer stay to explore the local sights.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Heather T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Multigenerational family vacation

More character than in the photos, best stocked vrbo we've been in. Very relaxing beginning and end spot for each day touring PA. The shops and shop staff along the street were kind and fun. The area was very safe and clean. The apartment had plenty of unique nooks for people to have solitude if desired. The kids loved exploring and painting. We always had a puzzle going on the table we could work on while waiting for others to awaken. It was fairly simple to travel from here to other destinations. We went to Gettysburg, Pine Grove Furnace State Park, Hershey, Lititz and Lancaster from here. Plus 2 days hanging out in E town. We would book this place again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Cathy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Grand and Unique

This was a very beautiful, large, unique property. It was very clean, well-cared for and well-equipped. As others have noted, it is a very old building. So you will have things like creaky floors, drafty windows, and uneven heating throughout. However, the beauty and grandness made up for all of that. The property is very large with the kitchen, dining room and 2 smaller bedrooms on one side and then a long hallway leading to the living room/library and main bedroom. The living room area/library is very impressive with plenty of room to spread out. The host was very helpful in allowing us to check-in a little early since we had a wedding rehearsal and dinner to attend our first night. We appreciated the accommodation. The owners do request that you remove your shoes when entering the property. My husband wishes he had known that before we came so he could have brought bedroom slippers. I would have liked a little timelier communication before the stay. But overall, the property was very unique and beautiful, and a very nice experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alyssa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was such an amazing property and we cannot wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lynn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was beautiful and even better than the photos! My girls had a wonderful time exploring the space and the spiral staircase was the highlight of the trip! Would definitely stay again if we were in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025