Caysonville House

Our small place in the country.
Come for the weekend. Stay for the long walks, bird watching and naps in the hammock.

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The House

An old farmhouse, lightly improved.

The house sits on a quiet road outside historic Carversville, in a corner of Bucks County where the fields still go on a while before the next town. There's a porch for morning coffee, a kitchen big enough to cook in together, and a guest room that gets the best of the afternoon light.

Outside, the property is slowly returning to native plants — a pair of mating ducks visit us daily, the pool should be open by summer, gym equipment in the barn, afternoon grilling, and a fire pit for late-night chats. You're welcome to wander.

This is a place for friends to get away for a long weekend. The page below is one way to inquire for availability.

The bridge and stream at Caysonville
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Honesty Hour

In Full Disclosure

A few true things about this house we'd rather you heard from us.

I.

The Stairs

The staircase to the bedroom is steep, narrow, and older than everyone reading this. It rewards the sure-footed and unhurried. Go up slowly, hold the rail, and you'll be fine. Rush it, and you'll have a story.

Not recommended for guests who prefer elevators, or who are arriving post-significant-wine.
II.

The Walnuts

The black walnut trees are magnificent and prolific, particularly in autumn, when they shed with enthusiasm. The yard in October is a genuine ankle situation. We collect what we can. The rest we watch for, and recommend you do too.

Sensible footwear outdoors is advised, especially after dark when they are hardest to see.
III.

The Spirits

The house was built in the 1800s on land with a long history. Locals have stories. We haven't personally encountered anything we can't explain — but the house does have opinions at night, and there is one particular corner of the upper floor we haven't entirely made peace with.

Unconfirmed. We take no position. Bring an open mind, and perhaps a night light.
Plan a Visit

Request a Weekend

Tell us when you'd like to come. We write back within a day or two.

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The Area

A Short Guide

Bucks County and the river towns just across in New Jersey. Our standing recommendations.

Coffee & Mornings

  • Thyme & Plate Historic Carversville · 5 min Where we go for breakfast or lunch Fridays and Saturdays.
  • Honey Moon Bakery & Pizzeria Frenchtown · 20 min Incredible French pastries to keep you fueled between antique shops.

Dinner Out

  • The Riverhouse at Odette's New Hope · 25 min Worth a reservation. You might see Gigi and Bradley.
  • Black Bass Hotel Lumberville · 10 min Walk-in & reservation. Lunch, Brunch, Dinner.

Walks & Wanders

  • Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve New Hope · 25 min 134 acres of native plants and trails. Reliably beautiful.
  • Washington Crossing Park Along the Delaware · 30 min Easy river walk. Yes, where Washington crossed.

Antiques & Vintage

  • Lambertville Across the river · 30 min The whole town. Plan an afternoon.
  • Stone House; Bucks County Antique Center Local · 5-7 min The one we always end up in.
Good to Know

The Practical Bits

Getting Here

Roughly 1.5 hours from Manhattan, 1 from Philadelphia, 3 from DC. NJ Transit to Trenton plus a short drive works if you're carless — we can pick up.

What to Bring

Layers, comfortable shoes for walking, and swimsuit when the pool is open. We have the rest. Chill dogs welcome with a heads-up.

House Rhythms

Coffee and tea all morning. Thoughtful breakfasts. Naps, walks, games or antiquing by day. Dinner together if you're around. Quiet by 10, mostly.