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The Serene Ranch with Forest View, Barn & Paddocks, 3 Bedrooms with Private Deck

2.0 star property

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Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

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Waterford, NJ
  • Place, Amalthea Cellars Winery
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Sharrott Winery
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Big Kahuna's Water Park
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

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The Serene Ranch with Forest View, Barn & Paddocks, 3 Bedrooms with Private Deck

Step into your own private world, a 20+ acre equestrian retreat backing directly onto Wharton State Forest! Watch golden eagles soar, saddle up for a trail ride from your own barn or relax in the rustic elegance of this 4-bed colonial home. With forest views, large deck, serene paddocks, cozy interiors & luxurious extras, this one-of-a-kind home offers the peace of nature with all the comforts of home. Perfect for horse lovers, families, groups & nature seekers. Reconnect with the outdoors here!

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Welcome to your stunning & peaceful 20+ acre escape made for dreamers, riders, or anyone who craves space, comfort & serenity. Set at the edge of Wharton State Forest, you’ll have instant access to the only official horse trails in the park, ride out right from the barn or explore on foot through our private 10-acre forest trails. You’ll experience the peace of nature in every season, from trail rides and hiking in summer to cross-country skiing, sledding, and snowshoeing in winter!

You'll enjoy:

● 3 spacious bedrooms.
with additional room as dedicated office space.

● Chef’s kitchen with gas cook-top, double ovens, center island & butler’s pantry.

● Massive great room outfitted with living & dining furnishings for relaxing and entertaining.

● Private deck overlooking the koi pond with calming waterfalls providing a serene soundtrack for your unobstructed forest and nature views.

● Fast WiFi, Smart TVs and laundry en-suite. Everything you need for a comfortable stay has been carefully curated just for you!

● Direct trail access to Wharton State Forest. Better experienced than imagined!

● Beautiful ranch property has an outdoor arena, 7 three rail fenced paddocks, massive barn, chicken coops & pastures. Horse boarding available.

● Peaceful deer, fox, wild turkey, hawk, cranes & eagle sightings daily. This is the place to re-connect with nature, family and yourself!

● For added fun during your stay, we’ve stocked the home with a selection of classic board games including Connect 4, Trivial Pursuit, and Sorry! — guest favorites! Plus, a few more to keep everyone entertained.

● For guests traveling with horses, we offer both shed and barn boarding options. The shed is available for $30 per night, and the barn is available for $50 per night. Please contact us in advance to reserve space for your horse.

● Looking for extra space? Add-on adjacent private suites. Perfect for multi-family trips. Send a message for more details and fee.

● Centrally located just 25 mins to Philly and under an hour to Atlantic City, you’ll feel worlds away without giving up convenience.

● Horse Stalls or pasture self care boarding available for equestrian guests during their stay. Direct access to Wharton State Forest from backyard. Trailer parking available.

● Winter Fun: When the snow falls, the adventure continues! Guests can enjoy snow-related activities right on the property and nearby trails, including skiing, sledding, and snowshoeing through peaceful pine forests. It’s the perfect winter escape for nature lovers.

● Events & Gatherings: We love when guests celebrate special moments here! However, all events or gatherings, must receive prior written approval from the host. An additional event fee applies and must be confirmed before booking. Unauthorized events will result in cancellation and additional charges.

Book now so you can wake up to forest air, morning rides & quiet starry nights. You'll love it here!

**Guest Access**
This listing is for the Main Ranch House. There are other units on this property. All interior spaces are private however please be advised this is a working ranch property. There are two additional bunkhouses that may be occupied by ranch staff or owners. There is a 12 stall barn that may be occupied with horses, dogs, goats or various farm animals.

There are exterior Ring security cameras on parking, driveway & barns. No interior cameras on ranch.

The driveway is long as the main house is set back from the street. This driveway is gravel and not paved with concrete or asphalt. Snow may cause access issues please check with host that driveway has been cleared if arriving during winter snow seasons.

**Other Things to Note**
● Enjoy direct trail access to Wharton State Forest.

● With over 120,000 acres of pristine pine woods, lakes & sandy trails. Wharton is a dream come true for horseback riders, hikers & all nature lovers.

● Brought your horse? Then saddle up for scenic rides to Batsto Lake directly from our barn.

● Maybe experience some local history by visiting the Carranza Memorial? Or climb the Lebanon Fire Tower for dramatic panoramic views.

● Hiking trails range from peaceful loops for beginners, to longer more adventurous rides for experienced hikers and equestrians.

● Nearby local favorites Atsion and Batsto Lakes are convenient day trip drives.
During your stay at this farm stay, you'll be close to Amalthea Cellars Winery. You'll find features such as laundry facilities.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
  • Services include limo or town car service
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • 5 minutes by car from Amalthea Cellars Winery and 11 minutes from Sharrott Winery
The Serene Ranch with Forest View, Barn & Paddocks, 3 Bedrooms with Private Deck offers its guests a garden, laundry facilities, and limo service. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Waterford Works farm stay is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Limo/town car service

Things to do

  • Playground
  • Snow sports gear

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

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  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Chef service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

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  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

We can host 2 additional guest for a total of 8 guest with prior approval from the host.

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 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
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock
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
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.

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