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TV, stereo
8 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
TV, stereo
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms8 bathrooms641 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

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Philadelphia, PA
  • Place, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Rittenhouse Square
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Pennsylvania
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

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About this property

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

The Deacon - A Place to Gather

The Deacon - A circa-1906, Watson & Huckel-designed church is getting a new life as The Deacon, a boutique hotel and event space offering a unique, thoughtfully-curated guest experience, designed for a diverse set of occasions, gatherings, and creative projects. The team at the Deacon felt it important breath new life into the gorgeous, soaring limestone, Gothic Revival-style church, that was almost a victim to the wrecking ball two years ago before it was designated historic. 

Eight Bedrooms flank an open area made for unwinding, exploring, and creating memorable experiences. Each room features luxury bedding and mattresses by Wright, unique layouts and artwork, original stained glass windows, Sonos speakers, Wifi and many thoughtfully chosen details. We have partnered with local businesses to create a unique Philadelphia experience from your cup of morning coffee to unwinding after sight-seeing at some of our favorite spots.
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be within walking distance of Rittenhouse Square. Enjoy features like laundry facilities. The holiday home includes amenities such as a kitchen and 7.5 bathrooms.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 7.5 bathrooms
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 14 minutes by foot from Rittenhouse Square and a 3-minute drive from Pennsylvania Convention Center
The Deacon - A Place to Gather offers its guests laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 7.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

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.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 6,900 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 21

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load the dishwasher

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights

Please kindly make sure the large green doors off Christian Street are completely closed.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

VRBO is for booking overnight accommodations ONLY. For Events, inquiry through the deacon hotel site

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 95
Long-term renters welcome
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number 908715

Property is also known as

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424753

The Deacon Home PHL

The Deacon - A Place to Gather (Sleeps 20+/8BR) Philadelphia

The Deacon - A Place to Gather Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

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

Great place!

We travel all over the US going to football games every year and this is our favorite place we have stayed yet!!! Plenty of room, very cool vibe and right in the middle of Philadelphia! Amazing place. You will love it.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Britt K.

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

Work offsite retreat

We booked the Deacon as a work retreat location. Everything was wonderful!! Definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan B.

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

Great

It was wonderful and accurate to its description. Owner was very helpful and communicative.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Molly S.

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

Exceptional location for team retreat

I brought my international team to this house for a retreat and it was perfect! The space was beautiful, clean and perfectly set up to support our group. The host was a great communicator and so kind! The house instructions were very clear and helpful. I would love to rent this place again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cara C.

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

Great place for large group

We came to town for the P!NK concert. There were 12 ladies staying at the Deacon. Such a lovely place and so much space. It was a quick trip but it was perfect for us. Wish we could have stayed an extra night to enjoy the place more! Plenty of room, large bedrooms. Location was great for us. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie D.

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

FANTASTIC STAY

This acted as such a wonderful base for our elopement weekend! The property was beautiful and we thoroughly enjoyed the amenities!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022