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The Tabernacle on Chestnut

A restored 1851 chapel in historic downtown Lancaster, Ohio. Soaring ceilings, stained glass, thousands of books, and a game room guests keep talking about.

★ 5.0 · 42 reviewsAirbnb Guest Favorite · Top 10%9 guests · 4 BR · 5 beds · 2 baths4,100 sq ft

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Stay in a piece of history

Built in 1851 and beautifully restored, this one-of-a-kind home blends historic charm with modern comfort in downtown Lancaster’s historic district. Take in the soaring ceilings, stained glass windows, curated art, and thousands of books.

The game room has a pool table, foosball, retro arcade games, and an 85” TV. It's within walking distance of downtown, and just 25 minutes from Hocking Hills. It's perfect for families, friends, and memorable getaways.

Where you'll sleep

Bedroom 1: 1 queen
Bedroom 2: 1 queen
Bedroom 3: 1 double + 1 single
Bedroom 4: 1 queen
2 full baths

Check-in

Self check-in with keypad after 4:00 PM · Check out before 11:00 AM

Amenities

Highlights from the Airbnb listing, which lists 54 amenities. Exterior security cameras are on the property.

What guests say

“The Tabernacle experience was magical. The lights from the stained glasses alongside the rich history of the Airbnb was fantastic. Truly a gem!”
Serin · Dayton, Ohio · Aug 2026
“The combination of pop a shot competitions at night and quiet reading in the Art and stained glass great room in the mornings was special.”
Kevin · Seattle, Washington
“The beds were very comfortable, plenty of pillows to go around. Showers were hot and lots of towels.”
Megan · Sep 2026
“Super cool place to stay for a night or weekend! We had everything we needed and Michael was very helpful!”
Amy · Millersburg, Ohio · Sep 2026
Real guest reviews from Airbnb (5.0 average, 42 reviews).

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Location

Historic downtown Lancaster, Ohio, steps from the Sherman House Museum and Zane Square. You can walk to restaurants, shops, coffee, ice cream, a brewery, and museums. Hocking Hills is about 25 minutes away.

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FAQ & House Rules

Why book direct?You get the same home and the same host for less, because you skip the platform service fee. You also deal with the host directly.
Check-in / check-out?Check in after 4:00 PM and check out before 11:00 AM. Check-in is self-serve with a keypad: touch the screen to wake it, and hit the lock button when you leave.
How many guests?Up to 9 guests in 4 bedrooms.
Cancellation?The direct-booking policy will be set by the host. On Airbnb the listing currently offers free cancellation for 24 hours, then a partial refund up to a set date.
SafetyThere are exterior security cameras on the property, plus a carbon monoxide alarm and a smoke alarm.