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The Deacon - A Place to Gather

Holiday home with kitchen, near Rittenhouse Square

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8 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - The Deacon - A Place to Gather (Philadelphia)
In the heart of Philadelphia, The Deacon offers a unique blend of history and luxury. Unwind in one of eight stylish bedrooms or explore the open area designed for creating memorable experiences, with Sonos speakers and WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms3 bathrooms641 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$3,810
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026

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About this property

Entire place

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.

Property amenities

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

  • 3 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

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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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed

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 are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 95
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
Property Registration Number 908715

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
424753
The Deacon Home PHL
The Deacon - A Place to Gather (Sleeps 20+/8BR) Philadelphia

About the area

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Philadelphia, PA

What's nearby

  • Rittenhouse Square - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Academy of Music - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Reading Terminal Market - 5 min drive - 1.8 km
  • University of Pennsylvania - 6 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Philadelphia University City Station - 3 min drive
  • Lombard South Station - 9 min walk
  • Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sunoco - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Deacon - A Place to Gather pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Deacon - A Place to Gather?

As of 29 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Deacon - A Place to Gather on 6 Jan 2026 start from AU$3,809.85, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Deacon - A Place to Gather?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Deacon - A Place to Gather?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Deacon - A Place to Gather located?

Located in South Philadelphia, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts and Rittenhouse Square. Pennsylvania Convention Center and Xfinity Mobile Arena are also within 3 miles (5 km). Lombard South Station is 9 minutes by foot and Ellsworth Federal Station is 9 minutes.

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The Deacon - A Place to Gather Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Cleanliness

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Location

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

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