Where Guests Will Find A Home Away From Home

by Anewalt’s Landscape Contracting

More than just flowers are blooming at the new Harlan Harvey House, located in Bernville, PA. This special collaboration among three local businesses has blossomed to create an exquisite AirBNB for Berks County visitors to enjoy everything the County and surrounding region have to offer.

Twenty-five years ago, Dave and Cindy Sherman bought a property near their new AirBNB as an escape from the hustle and bustle of New York City.

Eventually, the Shermans had to re-relocate back to New Jersey but continued to love Berks County and their Berks home. Inspired by that love, they set off to become entrepreneurs when the perfect spot became available, and purchased what they now call the Harlan Harvey House, named after Dave’s grandfather, a dairy farmer.

The 24-acre U-shaped property that borders Christ Tulpehocken Church and the Little Tulpehocken Creek was beautiful but needed both interior and exterior work to bring it up to the standards the Shermans set for their new AirBNB business.

When it came time to creating their great outdoors, the Shermans reached out to Anewalt’s Landscape Contracting as their first choice. “The Shermans had earlier contracted Anewalt’s to install a walkway at their home using EP Henry products, so they had confidence in selecting Anewalt’s and EP Henry’s products for their new Harlan Harvey House AirBNB project,” said Eddie Anewalt, President of Anewalt’s.

“I could see his vision,” added Dave, describing how Eddie Anewalt stood inside the home’s windowed back porch and looked over the backyard to see how the Anewalt’s team could best bring the space alive. And Eddie’s vision involved relocating an inground swimming pool across the yard to give the appearance of an infinity edge cascading into the wooded landscape, surrounded by comfortable seating areas, as well as a view of the Heidelberg golf course, just across the road.

“Harlan Harvey House was a very unique project for Anewalt’s because it was our first AirBNB contract,” stated Eddie. “It was challenging to work around the guests staying at the AirBNB, because we could only work when the house was not booked, yet still get it done on time. And it was extremely rewarding to hear that once the pool portion of the project was finished, there were immediate bookings for future dates. Team Anewalt’s was able to install the pool on time for a Memorial Day splash.”

“This pool was a real challenge,” remarked Agustin, Anewalt’s crew leader, “because it was my first poolscape working directly with Eddie and Mike, our operations manager. Personally, I was very satisfied with the project. The finished job was absolutely beautiful.”

Although the previous owners of the property did a wonderful job of planting perennials that bloom periodically during the growing season, Eddie and his team spruced up the beds surrounding the property and gave the Shermans some great information on the plants they and their guests will enjoy for years to come.

“We get a lesson every time he comes out here,” said Dave of Eddie Anewalt. “It’s just Eddie being Eddie. And it’s also the way Anewalt’s treats their employees. We just trust them.”

Inside the new AirBNB, guests will find a spacious 2500 sq ft home that pays homage to the Berks County region and provides the perfect spot for viewing the local wildlife that meanders past the peaceful new pool and perennial beds.

Team Anewalt’s will be onsite at the Harlan Harvey House to provide ongoing seasonal maintenance, and the Shermans have plans for Anewalt’s to ‘Light Up’ the property with custom holiday lighting for the winter months.

The third key team in the Shermans’ Harlan Harvey House project was Clover Hill Winery and Vineyards, a well-known and popular source for great local wines from grapes grown in its six vineyards which span 80 acres in the region.

Kari Skrip, owner of Clover Hill, and sister of Lori Anewalt, Anewalt’s VP of operations, brings her market expertise to the table, as well. They are providing a souvenir bottle of Clover Hill Vineyards and Winery wine with a custom logo, accompanied by a Harlan Harvey hat, for guests staying at the AirBNB. Other guest activities include exciting opportunities for weekend VIP wine tasting experiences at Clover Hill’s Vineyard at their Robesonia location, only a few miles away.

The Shermans have big dreams for the future of Harlan Harvey House and are grateful for their continued collaboration with Team Anewalt’s and Clover Hill.

“What karma,” shares Lori. “I am delighted and surprised for the Shermans that they took such a new path in life and decided to open a Berks County AirBNB. Sometimes the stars align, and this is a perfect example of that serendipity! An AirBNB, a unique opportunity for Anewalt’s, and the inclusion of Pennsylvania wines and traditions all wrapped into one!”

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For more information about these local businesses, go to:

Harlan Harvey House - https://tinyurl.com/harlenharveyhouse

Arbnb for rent in Bernville, Pennsylvania

Anewalts Landscape Contracting - www.anewaltslandscape.com

Clover Hill Vineyards & Winery | Breinigsville, PA - www.cloverhillwinery.com