The Deacon, for Philadelphia independence

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Dating back to 1906, it was once home to the First African Baptist Church. Today home it could be one of the best rentals Pennsylvania has to offer. The Deacon is a classy eight-bedroom holiday property on Philadelphia’s aptly-named Christian Street. The church’s arched doorways, vaulted ceilings, and stained glass windows remain, combined with modern touches including Sonos speakers, Wright mattresses, and a roomy communal kitchen and entertainment space. The location couldn’t be better for exploring the city on foot, with Rittenhouse Square and Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens only 15 minutes away.