Consider a stay at Sophia's Garden Cottage- Quality & Stylish & Car-Ps & Walk-Zone & Kid Friendly and take advantage of a garden, a playground and laundry facilities. In addition to a gym, guests can connect to in-room WiFi (surcharge).
Sophia’s Garden Cottage is located in 112 ELM Ave, Ardmore, PA 19003. Ardmore is the center of Lower Merion Township - one of the best 50 places to live in the US (https://www.phillyvoice.com/best-places-to-live-lower-merion-lower-merion-money-magazine-montgomery-county/).
Ardmore is described as a town with “small town Charm with big-city Attractions”. Living in Ardmore offers people an “Urban-Suburban mix feel”. Not only is Ardmore historical, but it is also modern, classical, and cool. History, art, and shopping are just some of the important aspects of life in Lower Merion.
We are within walking distance to Ardmore Train station/ both Septa and Amtrak, which can take you anywhere you like (downtown of Philadelphia /NY/NJ/DC/Boston….)
We are in the Walking Zone to Suburban Square, Shopping Center, which can provide you with anything you need (bars/music hall/Apple store/Starbucks/Whole Foods/Target/Farmer market/Trader Joe’s/many restaurants…) Located along the Pennsylvania Railroad’s old Main Line route, Lower Merion Township pays homage to its Welsh Quaker roots in the names of the villages that make up the township. Ardmore, Bryn Mawr, Gladwyne and Bala Cynwyd are just some of the names you’ll learn to love. Lower Merion is home to the great Kobe Bryant, Alexander Haig (US Secretary of State), Lawrence Summers (Harvard President) History and art are important aspects of life in Lower Merion. You can walk the grounds of the historic Barnes House or travel to the Barnes Foundation in Philadelphia to view the art collection. There’s also plenty of family-friendly activities, such as the Ardmore Rock ‘N Ride, an all-day block party featuring the Main Line Bike Race plus live music and a family fun zone featuring mini golf and pop-up skate park. Schools are highly rated, with Lower Merion High School (Kobe Bryant’s alma mater) considered one of the best in Pennsylvania. Colleges of note include Bryn Mawr, Rosemont College and Haverford , and Villanova University.
About this house: The newly renovated house with garden has 3+1 bedrooms, 4 beds+1 crib, 2.5 baths, New HAVC System/E-System/kitchen/2-3 Private Parking Lots, located in suburban-Ardmore. It's like a home when you travel to Philly seeking a peaceful yet lively stay. Capacity is up 8. It is elegantly designed and convenient for individual/family. You will find a variety of restaurants, stores ,colleges ,SEPTA/Amtrak station within walking zone. The enclosed backyard with BBQ/Play Sandbox.....Start Listing In 2022!
★The ground floor hosts a living/dining room and a full kitchen. The dining table can sit comfortably 8. The living room has a decorative fireplace and a new 55-inch HD TV. The fully equipped kitchen has a marble countertop with a wine bar, in addition to a full-sized fridge, new stove, new dishwasher, coffee/ tea pots and microwave.
★The second floor has three bedrooms and two full bathrooms which are newly remodeled. The master bedroom has its own full bath with shower.
★The third floor attic is a unique gallery with original paintings done by the owner. It is a very quiet and cozy room. The attic is an art studio which also serves as a den. The owner provides you with supplies to try your hand at painting. Want to sip tea while enjoying painting? There is a tea set with free high-quality tea. There is also a futon bed just in case for additional sleeping needs. You can work here/enjoy tea here/paint by yourself here/family gathering here/relax here.
★Ground floor: Laundry is located in newly finished basement which has half bath and Working table and tools for handy work Ping-Pong table and 7-in-1 multi-game table are provided for your entertainment.
★Backyard: There are seasonal organic vegetables and flowers in the backyard garden. BBQ and table/chairs are ready for use on the patio. Sandbox for Children.
★Parking: 2-4 car private parking. In addition, street parking is 2 hours free (Mon-Sat) with no limit on Sunday.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: WiFi (surcharge)
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
Smart TV
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Printer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
2 steps to reach entrance
Area rugs in public areas
Hardwood flooring in public areas
No lift
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Safe
Things to do
Gym
Table tennis
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)
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
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings
Please
no shoes in the house/no food/drink in Bed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
Note from host: Please
no shoes in the house/no food/drink in Bed
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Ardmore is home to this cottage. King of Prussia Mall and Reading Terminal Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Fairmount Park and Rittenhouse Square. Travelling with kids? Make time for Pennsylvania Convention Center, or head to an event or a match at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Visit our Ardmore travel guide
How much is parking at Sophia's Garden Cottage- Quality & Stylish & Car-Ps & Walk-Zone & Kid Friendly ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
Where is Sophia's Garden Cottage- Quality & Stylish & Car-Ps & Walk-Zone & Kid Friendly located?
This family-friendly Ardmore cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Haverford College, Main Line Health and Bryn Mawr College. Lankenau Medical Center is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away. Ardmore Junction Station is 20 minutes by foot and Ardmore Ave. Station is 21 minutes.
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