Restaurierte Brennerei, Wintergarten + Sauna

Welcome to the Historic Distillery House - a refined retreat with deep Lancaster County roots. Once a working whiskey distillery, the home now blends storied architecture with magazine-worthy interiors and top-tier amenities. Every corner has been thoughtfully curated by the owners (your hosts!), who manage the property personally to ensure a one-of-a-kind guest experience. The showstopper is the dramatic two-story sunroom with stone walls, artwork, and natural light. Enjoy a chef’s kitchen, Peloton bike, and beautifully furnished living spaces. Outdoors, relax in the top-of-the-line sauna. 15 min to Lancaster, 40 min to Hershey, and easy drives from Baltimore, Philly, DC, and NYC.

Inside the Home
Kitchen & Dining – The chef’s kitchen features quartzite countertops, Moen fixtures, and a Thor gas stove. A Restoration Hardware table seats 10, with a large island and bar stools for casual bites. The kitchen is fully stocked and beautifully integrated into the home’s historic character.

Sunroom – This light-filled, two-story space is the heart of the home. A wood stove adds ambiance in winter; in warmer months, ceiling fans and energy-tinted windows keep it comfortable. A daybed and TV make it a great spot to read or relax.

Second-Floor Living Room – Cathedral ceilings, a Pottery Barn sleeper sofa, a 70” Roku TV, a game table, and a Peloton Bike+ make this a guest favorite.

Bedrooms & Bathrooms
All bedrooms feature high-end foam mattresses, plush linens, and distinctive design.

Primary Bedroom (1st floor): Restoration Hardware canopy king bed, antique dresser, smart TV, and barnwood paneling sourced from the original on-site tobacco barn. Modern ensuite bathroom included.

Guest Room 1 (2nd floor): Crate & Barrel king bed in a cozy, artful setting

Guest Room 2 (2nd floor): Two antique twin beds + desk, ideal for kids or solo travelers

Outdoor Living

Harbor Sauna with views of the spring-fed pond

Private patio with string lights and gas grill

Surrounded by mature walnut, cherry, oak, and locust trees

Nature lovers will love the regular visits from owls, turkeys, hummingbirds, and deer

Blooming perennials: lilies, daisies, dahlias, peonies, butterfly bush, coral bells, and more

Enjoy the peaceful sounds of the spring-fed pond

Sustainability

Geothermal heating & cooling system powered by a spring

Artesian spring supplies the home’s fresh water

Thoughtful use of historic, reclaimed, and local materials throughout

Connectivity & Audio

High-speed Comcast internet + Eero mesh WiFi

Whole-home Sonos sound system

Historic Significance
This home has played host to some of Lancaster’s most influential residents, including:

Capt. Jacob Krug – Co-founder and first treasurer of Franklin College (now Franklin & Marshall)

Abraham Hershey Herr – Descendant of Bishop Hans Herr, early Mennonite leader

Lt. Col. Jacob Shirk Strickler – State Assembly member, builder, and distiller who operated the on-site whiskey distillery starting in 1802. In 1811, he traded 471 gallons of whiskey for 2.5 tons of plaster.

Samuel J. Atlee Jr. – Grandson of Revolutionary War hero Col. Atlee and Lady Jane Alcock, lady-in-waiting to King George II's wife

Let us know if you’d like to rent our adjacent General Store property for larger gatherings or multi-family stays.