FAQs for 266 Delaware St

What should I know before I arrive?
Most everything is provided for you in the unit so that all you need to bring is your personal items. Included:

Toiletry items

• All linens for the master bedroom and pull out sofa, including extra blankets and pillows.
• Many extra towels for the bathroom.
• Bar soap, shampoos, conditioner, hair dryer.
• Pre-pasted toothbrushes.
• First aid kit.

Kitchen

• Fully equipped with glassware and cooking ware.
• Microwave, toaster oven, coffee maker (pods and ground coffee), French Press, tea kettle.
• Food and beverages for continental breakfast - bagels, bread, butter, cheese, eggs, juices, yogurt, cereals.
• Condiments - usually ketchup, maple syrup, cream cheese, bbq sauce, jam, salt, pepper, olive oil, honey.
• Canned sodas - usually Coke, Diet Coke, ginger ale, seltzer.
• Alcoholic beverages - usually white and red wine, canned beer and lite beer, vodka, run, whiskey, gin.
• Various snacks - chips, pretzels, popcorn in individual serving bags.

Entertainment

• Two Smart Roku TV's for streaming. Both include HD attenna for receiving local channels. You will need to provide your own Netflix, Hulu, etc., credentials to access those services.
• DVD/Blu-Ray disc player, a few DVD titles are included.
• Some books for a quiet evening reading :)
• Board and card games.

Can I get more photos of the interior?

Even better, here is an interactive walkthrough of the apartment. Click here to check it out.

What is the exact address?
266 Delaware St
Harrisburg PA 17102

Where can I park?
There is a dedicated parking lot off Delaware St. Park in spot #4. This is dedicated to the apartment. No one else besides occupants of this apartment are to park in this spot. Click here to see an overhead view of where to find spot #4.

I'm here for the first time, how do I get in?

A secure keypad code will unlock the deadbolt on the front door. The keypad code will be provided to you on the day you check in.

I made it in the apartment! What do I need to know?
Welcome! First thing: I would appreciate it if you were to remove your shoes while in the apartment. There is a spot for your shoes or boots by the front door. Second, please remember the keypad code sent to you via the Airbnb app. There are no keys so the code is the way you will lock and unlock the front door. 

Your privacy is assured! I do NOT have any surveillance devices such as webcams, security cameras, Ring doorbell cams, audio recording devices, Alexa or other smart speakers in the home.

Beyond that, take a look around :)

The decor in here is great! Who put it all together?

Definitely check out the furnishings and design services of Sweet 504 in Camp Hill, right across the river. Local artists works are featured on a rotating basis throughout the home. All works are available for purchase.

It's too cold in here (or too hot), what can I do?

There is a single Nest thermostat for the entire apartment in the dining room. Feel free to adjust up or down as needed. Note the thermostat is restricted to a maximum and minimum temperature, usually 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit. Please contact me if you feel the termostat needs adjusted outside that range.

The upstairs can get a bit warm in the summer months. Two separate portable AC units are included in the bedrooms. Use them if you would like to keep things very cool. If you're going to be gone for a while, I ask that you turn them off or turn the temp up to 75 degrees to save energy.
Beyond that, the windows do open. Please leave the screens in place.

I'll die without internet. What can you do to help?
There is a dedicated cable modem with wifi in the unit. On your devices, connect as follows:
Wireless network name: Delaware 
Password: HarrisburgLove
The download and upload speed is 50Mbps which should be sufficient for about 4-5 devices without too much trouble.

That's a cool speaker on the TV shelf. What's up with that?
It is actually! You can hardwire your phone to this speaker or connect via Bluetooth to stream your favorite audio.

Fancy TV. Any details?
This is a Roku TV for streaming content from the internet. Also, there is an HD antenna attached to tune local channels. You may have to move the antenna closer to the window to get better reception. Beyond that, feel free to download whatever channels you'd like on the Roku. You will need to provide your own credentials for any channel you download (e.g. Netflix, Amazon VOD, Hulu, Sling, etc.).

Any recommendations on restaurants or things to do?
Be sure to check out the To Do page. I also try to leave a current copy of The Burg newspaper which frequently has good info on restaurants and events. In the kitchen drawer are a bunch of brochures for area attractions. 

There's food and drink in the refrigerator and cabinets. Is this for guests?

It is! Please feel free to help yourself to whatever you find. Try to be responsible and not overconsume :) Also, food and drink are only for consumption while you're a guest. In other words, please do not take items with you.

Where can I shop for some food?
Check the To Do page on this site for the nearest markets and full grocery stores.

There are bicycles out back. Can I use?

Yes! The two bikes are for your use to get around town or simply for recreation. A great walking/jogging/biking trail is just 3 blocks away along the Susquehanna River. 

Lock combination = 1191

Please be safe! Be sure to use the supplied helmets. Also, any damage or theft to the bicycles while being used is your responsibility. Again, be careful and be sure to lock them up when not being used. Have fun!

How else can I get around?
Fortunately Harrisburg is served by Uber and Lyft. Public transit is an option too, if not somewhat limited. If going long distance, Harrisburg is served by Amtrak leaving every hour or so heading east to Lancaster, Philadephia, and NYC. One train per day leaves going west towards State College and Pittsburgh.

Ouch! I hurt myself! What can I do?
If it's not too bad, I have a first aid kit under the bathroom sink. If it's bad, call 911, you maniac! In any case, please let me know if you had to use the First Aid kit for any reason. I want to make sure everything in the unit is safe and sound for you and any future guests.

Oh no, something caught on fire! What should I do to put it out?
There is a fire extinguisher to the right side of the refrigerator on the floor. But if things are bad, don't be a hero, call 911 and get out!

I got locked out of the building. Can you help?
I can, using the same method you originally got in. I can open the front door from my cell phone. Contact me directly through the Airbnb app.

What's the laundry situation?
There is a full size washer and dryer unit on the second floor for your use.

Can I smoke or vape anywhere in the building?

NO! You'll be in big trouble. You can do so out on one of the porches.

What happens if I take anything from this place when I leave?
Well, if you didn't bring it in with you, it needs to stay. That includes all the consumable office supplies, linens, kitchen supplies. Anything found to be missing you will be charged for at a much higher cost than it would be to simply replace it.

It's time to leave, how do I check out?
Let me know your departure time via the Airbnb app. I'm generally flexible on check out time as long as there are no guests due in on your departure day. Let me know if you need an exception. Otherwise check out time is 11am. Please use the keypad code to lock the front door as you are leaving. Safe travels!

If you're having trouble in any way, shape, or form, contact me immediately inside the Airbnb app!