Franklin's Lookout
4 guests
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1 bedroom, 2 beds
1 bathroom
sq/ft
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Whether you're in town on business or travelling for pleasure, this apartment combines style and convenience to create a perfectly practical pad for exploring the city. Located in Philadelphia's Old City, known as America’s most historic square mile, you'll be surrounded by cultural architecture and iconic buildings that you're ought to want to check out for yourself. With the beautiful Delaware River, and Philly's famed Benjamin Franklin Bridge right on your doorstep, plenty of fantastic restaurants and buzzing bars, plus Independence Hall no more than twenty minutes away on foot, you really are ideally placed. Back home, it's a bright and functional apartment with chic furnishings, appealing artwork and a sociable kitchen island. Natural light pours in throughout the day, thanks to the industrial-style windows, while the open-plan set-up makes for seamless modern living. Start your mornings with a moment of stillness in the comfort of the forest-green-coloured sofa, or perch at the breakfast bar with your coffee, hashing out an itinerary for the day. Better still, head up to the communal roof terrace for a proper introduction to the city – here, you'll find comfortable lounge seating and skyline views right across Philadelphia.
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What to expect
Highlights
Visit Independence Hall, a seventeen-minute walk away
Enjoy evening strolls along the Delaware River, just eight minutes from your door
Take in skyline views over Philadelphia from the communal roof terrace
Pull up a chair at the sleek breakfast bar and sip your morning coffee
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Home truths
As the host owns multiple apartments in the building, the view, layout, and design may vary slightly from what's pictured
Some noise should be expected from the nearby highway during peak hours
The communal roof terrace is open between 8:00am - 10:00pm
At capacity, two people will be sleeping on a sofa bed in the living room
Access to the home is via a public entrance
The dining table doubles up as a laptop-friendly workspace
There's no cable TV, the host provides a Chromecast and HDMI cord
While there's no on-site parking here, you won't need a car to get around
Your host is available to help you 24/7
You'll be able to self-check-in with a keypad
About this stay
Amenities
Wi-fi
Air conditioning
Washing machine
Dryer
Rooftop terrace
Lift access
TV
Dishwasher
Bedrooms & bathrooms
1 bedroom, 2 beds
1 bathroom
Extras
VIP services
Daily cleaning
Additional fees
There may be some extra fees to pay here, such as charges for utilities, final cleaning fees, city tax and security deposits – all of which you may need to pay in cash to the homeowner. Please reach out during the booking process to confirm.
Additional fees subject to a 3.5% handling charge.
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
Local guide
About Pennsylvania
History nerds rejoice! Pennsylvania lives and breathes history. It’s hard to travel the state and not run into something, or someplace, of extreme historic relevance to the founding and development of the United States. The Declaration of Independence was signed here, as were the Constitution and the Gettysburg Address. With endless national sites of importance, from colonial buildings where founding fathers gathered to discuss the state of the colonies, to...
Get around
Subway station
Spring Garden Station
7 min
Subway station
2nd St
9 min
Subway station
5th St Independence Hall Station
14 min
Train station
8th & Market Street Station
19 min
Train station
Jefferson Station
24 min
Bus stop
2nd St & Vine St
1 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
No pets
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 16:00
Departure before 11:00
Has a lift
Air con
Wifi
Cancellation policy
Up until
5
days
Cancel at least 5 days before your check-in date for a full refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 5 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Krystal
This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Rooms, suites, and apartments in over 40 cities around the world. Every space features designer details, keyless entry, and fast free WiFi. Experience a better way to stay today.
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