Vacation rentals in Mercer County

Historic Canal Home on Nature Preserve

Only 10 minutes from Princeton University, this quiet and beautifully restored historic home sits along the picturesque D&R Canal and borders a vast nature preserve—ideal for mountain biking, kayaking, and peaceful walks. The calming water views immediately set a weekend state of mind, while inside, guests are invited to explore the home’s many unique treasures, including a collection of antique arcade games. Outside, a charming fruit orchard and neighboring preserved land offer hours of wanderi

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Spacious Country Home * Fireplace * Private

Our guests say it best: “The home at FOBOTA is so much bigger than it looks in the photos!” They're right! Escape to FOBOTA, a peaceful 13-acre working horse farm where comfort meets country charm. Whether traveling for a special occasion, loved ones, work, or a relaxing getaway, our spacious, thoughtfully stocked home is the perfect place to reconnect and make lasting memories. Just 30 minutes from the beach and minutes from Six Flags, Holland Ridge Farms, the NJ Horse Park, wineries, and more.

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Lakeside Retreat in Princeton (Permit# STR-26-45)

Tucked behind a historic 19th-century farmhouse, this serene 900+sf guest suite offers privacy, comfort, and charm. Enter via a vine-covered arbor into your own courtyard garden. Inside, enjoy a spacious bedroom with a king bed, an en-suite bath and a large walk-in closet, a cozy living room with couch, futon converted to a queen bed, a fully equipped kitchen with a mahogany bar. With hardwood floors and abundant natural light, it’s the perfect retreat for relaxing or exploring nearby Princeton.

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*Cozy Cottage* *King Size Bed* *Perfect Getaway*

We love making our place feel extra cozy for your perfect getaway and we can’t wait to host you! Our Cottage is a standalone guest house situated on our 4-acre property. Away from the main house, It offers ample privacy. The loft bedroom (not childproof) can be reached via an easy-to-climb staircase. The KING SIZE bed ensures a restful night and is perfect for a lazy morning. Features include a kitchenette, electric fireplace, BBQ, outdoor fire pit (with wood), covered patio, and a smart TV. 😊

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Large private apartment on Main Street

Cranbury is a small scenic village about 15 minutes from downtown Princeton & the university. I am located on Main Street in the historic district in walking distance of restaurants, small shops, parks and a couple of tiny museums. The rental is a 1 room apartment over a detached garage. It includes a full bath & small kitchenette w/ fridge, microwave, coffeemaker w/ coffee & tea & other small appliances. 12 mins. to NYC & Phila. train 5 mins. NYC bus & NJ Turnpike 5 mins. other shopping etc.

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Sunny Retreat 4 BR Ranch w/ Spacious Backyard

My beautiful four-bedroom Sunny Ranch is near everything Princeton has to offer: fine dining, shopping, entertainment, museums and campus events. The house is 0.4 miles from Princeton Junction Train Station and 1.9 miles away from Princeton University. It comes with four parking spaces and a spacious backyard where you and your kids can spend the summer playing games, enjoying the sunshine, and barbecuing with friends. It's a great place for everyone in your family. Relax and enjoy :)

Spacious, well designed guest house near Princeton

When not enjoying the 2,000 sq ft of living space with a fireplace and central air, you will have easy access to major universities, golf courses, public transportation, hospitals, Sesame Place, farms, bike trails, and large shopping centers, all within 15 minutes. Centrally located, you can take day trips to Jersey beaches or PA ski resorts within 45 minutes, or to NYC within 75 minutes. When you want to relax, you can use or enjoy the reading nook, board games, TV and more.

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Historic Mill Retreat - 3 BR-1st fl waterview unit

This historic structure is full of character and is part of the Kingston Mill Historic District - named after the building. Built in 1893, the mill is located at the base of Lake Carnegie and is an easy trip into Princeton for visiting the University, shops, and restaurants, but also a wonderful place to just relax. It is the perfect stay for those who want a little quiet and to be a little closer to nature. It's hard to compare the views! AC in bedrooms only.

Private apartment in 1890’s chocolate factory.

Enjoy a private 1,300-square-foot apartment in Hopewell’s historic Chocolate Factory. This 1890s industrial building was converted to live-work space by Johnson Atelier artists. In famously friendly Hopewell Borough, walk to beloved restaurants, shops, land preserves, and Sourland hiking. Drive 7 miles to Princeton and its trains to Philly & NYC. Drive 10 miles to Lambertville, 11 to New Hope. Owner-host lives in building. LGBTQ friendly? Indubitably.

Entire 1Bd/1Br Tiny House Near TCNJ & Capitol

"Moonville" This tiny and cozy one-bedroom/one-bathroom house has all your basic needs for a comfortable and relaxing stay, complete with a full-size kitchen and is a stone throw away from TCNJ, TTN, the NJ State Capitol and Trenton Transit Center. This entire house is solely and privately yours -- though very small, there is no shared space and no shared walls. Park and walk right through your very own space -- no lobby, no hallways, no elevators.

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Princeton Gem: Dining, Activities & Campus Nearby

You’ll love the unbeatable location, luxury furnishings, and premium amenities of this beautiful, updated retreat. Inside, you'll find smart TVs, high-end appliances, and a crisp climate-controlled AC system. Enjoy the backyard oasis with a pool and over 2 acres of beautiful outdoor space to explore or unwind in every season. Best of all, you are located very close to all the dining, shopping, and historic charm Downtown Princeton has to offer.

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Historic Tiny Cottage on the Delaware Canal

This renovated home, dating back to 1900, is located right along the picturesque Delaware Canal, offering stunning views and plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities like kayaking and biking. Inside are modern amenities like a new heating/AC system, hardwood floors, a new bathroom, W/D, and a fully equipped kitchen. The loft area features a queen bed and a desk area perfect for remote work. The yard has outdoor seating to enjoy the scenery.