Fertility

Tourists and prospective homebuyers flock to Fertility for its numerous attractions, shopping and outdoor recreation while maintaining its agricultural roots. This unincorporated East Lampeter Township community beckons with its serene rural landscape and rich Amish culture.

“It's a very popular spot due to its Amish tourism, Dutch Wonderland and various other tourist attractions,” says Realtor Christine Nolt with Kingsway Realty.

Just a short 4-mile drive away lies the city of Lancaster, a vibrant hub of art and culture. Here, the country’s oldest Amish settlement thrives and is the backbone of the community, making significant contributions to the area’s agricultural landscape and economy. Immerse yourself in the Amish lifestyle at The Amish Farm and House, a historic attraction providing visitors a firsthand glimpse into their traditions through activities like goat yoga and touring an Amish schoolhouse.

Fertility’s bucolic identity is characterized by acres of rolling farmland, cornfields swaying in the breeze and farmers tending to their land — a peaceful respite within the hustle and bustle of modern life. Homes range from sprawling ranch homes with expansive yards to modestly sized Cape Cods and brick Colonials with detached garages and long driveways. Large farmhouses are situated on ample acreage with inviting front porches, while modern traditional-style homes in subdivisions share a uniform ambiance. “The average home price is about $300,000 and people tend to move here due to the access to farmland,” Nolt says.

Students may apply to Lancaster Mennonite School, a private preschool through 12th-grade faith-based institution. The school is well-regarded for its STEAM-based curriculum and is rated #4 in private schools in the area with an overall score of an A, according to Niche. Public school options in the community are Smoketown Elementary School and Martin Meylin Middle School, which host many extracurricular activities such as Youth Peace Council. Lampeter-Strasburg High School is also highly rated and ranked #4 for best public high schools in the area.

East Lampeter Township Community Park is a linear greenspace with Mill Creek running along its southern end. Take a relaxing walk among the winding trails, or check out the 18-hole disc golf course. There is also a playground for the kids and several gazebos for picnics on warm days. You’ll find geese wadding around at Flory Park and neighbors walking their dogs on the trail or playing baseball in the ball fields. For more outdoor adventure, Old Mill Stream Campground awaits adjacent to Dutch Wonderland. In the summertime, residents can appreciate the thrill of Dutch Wonderland within a short commute. People come all over the state to marvel at kid-friendly amusement rides, medieval-themed shows and seasonal Halloween and Christmas celebrations.

Several shopping centers and outlets are peppered in the center of this pastoral enclave. Lincoln Highway East is the community’s main thoroughfare with shopping, recreation, and dining. Residents can access a Walmart Supercenter, Target and Aldi for groceries and essentials. Or shop at Smuckers Farm Market, a roadside produce stand with locally grown produce, plants and sweet strawberry pie. Tanger Outlets Lancaster has a selection of upscale and casual retailers ranging from Nike, Michael Kors, Ralph Lauren and The North Face. You’ll also find quaint, locally owned shops like Lancaster Creative Reuse filled with low-cost art supplies and Farmhouse Primitives & Gifts for rustic adornments for your new home.

Bring the whole family for dinner and a show at Bird-in-Hand Family Restaurant & Smorgasbord. With this unique dining experience, you can savor Dutch, Amish-style home cooking and watch an Amish musical after. Lancaster Brewing Company Taproom & Grill is the place for house-brewed stouts, IPA and ales like Strawberry Wheat and Double Chocolate paired with casual bar bites. Familiar chains like Texas Roadhouse, Golden Corral and Red Robin also dot this vibrant tourist destination.

Throughout Lancaster County, residents come together for National Night Out, celebrating the community with live music, food trucks and festivities for the whole family to enjoy.

Whether you reside in the peaceful countryside or near the lively tourism hubs, Fertility invites you to embrace a slower pace of life.

Written By

Pao Cordero

Photography Contributed By

Danny Lambert

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Curtis Newkirk