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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
4 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Dining
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12232 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Fireplace
    FireplaceFireplace

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

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Spruce Creek, PA
  • Popular LocationLittle Juniata River9 min drive
  • Popular LocationDelGrosso's Amusement Park24 min drive
  • Popular LocationBryce Jordan Center36 min drive
  • AirportAltoona, PA (AOO-Blair County)46 min drive

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About the area

Spruce Creek

A family-friendly stay in Spruce Creek awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be 30.4 km (18.9 mi) from Pennsylvania State University. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features 2 bathrooms, a fireplace and a patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A sofa bed, a living room and a dining area are also available. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a games room, a garden and barbecues. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this Spruce Creek holiday home include DelGrosso's Amusement Park and Raystown Lake.

What's nearby

  • Little Juniata River - 9 min drive
  • DelGrosso's Amusement Park - 24 min drive
  • Juniata College - 25 min drive
  • Pennsylvania State University - 33 min drive
  • Bryce Jordan Center - 36 min drive

Getting around

  • Tyrone Station - 20 min drive
  • State College, PA (SCE-University Park) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Spruce Creek Tavern - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Diner 22 - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Paesano's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Shawnee's Manor Restaurant - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Freddo - ‬19 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Gorgeous Waterfront Cabin, Stunning Nature Setting Near PSU

Beautiful (recently remodeled) home on world renown Spruce Creek. Stunning, serene nature setting, yet only 25 minute drive from State College/Penn State University. Right across the stream is 5,000 acres of forest.

- Surrounded by stunning nature but
- Huge yard for games
- Fenced in area for dogs (if needed)
- Wifi
- 60" 4K TV
- Some movies and board games
- Big open kitchen stocked with spices, cooking oils, pots, pans, cookware, etc.
- Grill and patio overlooking the stream
- Nice outdoor firepit by water
- Great hikes super close, trail head to Indian Lookout less than 500 yards away

PLEASE READ PRIOR TO BOOKING:
We are super easy going and strive to go above and beyond our guest's expectations to ensure you have an awesome stay! Although we have only had this property for less than 2 years, we have been Superhosts for 4+ years and the vast majority of our stays have been great hosting experiences. Unfortunately, there have been a few (very rare) issues where guests violated and damaged our home through massive parties and unapproved (poorly trained) pets so we now feel it is necessary to spell out some basic rules. Please don't take this as us being rigid and uptight hosts, we are just trying to protect ourselves from the very rare, unfortunate hosting experience. With the exception of the very important fishing rule (explained below) these will be common sense for most.

General Overview:
- No smoking in the house
- No parties (unless you request and we provide written approval). We are certainly happy to accommodate additional guests (upon request) if you want to host family or friends from the area over for a meal or something. However, there are outdoor security cameras so we will know how many people arrive. If an unauthorized party does take place there will be an a $250 fee per guest over the requested guest count. Example: if 10 people are supposed to be staying but 20 end up staying (without written approval) there will be an additional $2,500 charge to your stay. Again, having some friends/family over that aren't staying at the cabin is not why this is in place, we have unfortunately had significant damage to our property from a large "kegger" party.
- Leave the house in the same (clean) condition as when you arrived.
- All pets must be requested prior to booking and we do charge a minimum pet fee of $25 per dog per day but reserve the right to charge up to $50 per dog/per night depending on the dog/group size. If an unapproved pet comes it will be $100 per night per animal.
- Our rate is based on a max occupancy of 8 total people. There is enough bed capacity for 11-12 people as well as additional space for air mattresses or cots (which you can bring). However, we charge $40 per person/ per night for each additional person over the first 8 guests and we ask that you please be transparent with your group size.

FISHING STRICTLY PROHIBITED
*There are amazing spots to fish close by, some with a guide, others are public but the stretch of stream in front of this house is heavily regulated and not owned by us. This house is strictly a house rental, under no circumstances can you fish the water connected to the property. By booking this property you accepting full responsibility if you violate this very simple rule. Upon arrival, we have all guests sign an acknowledgement waiver agreeing to the risks/penalties if any fishing does happen. This includes but is not limited to, fines of several thousand dollars and potential legal action. As a reminder, there are outdoor security cameras and if you fish you will be caught, it is definitely not worth it. In summary DO NOT FISH in the water attached to the property *

CLEANING:
Please reference the checkout checklist prior to leaving the property. The house is professionally cleaned between guests so it will be fresh and clean upon your arrival. All we ask is that you please leave the house in the same condition as when you arrived. We will take care of all linens and trash (which you will leave in designated areas). The cleaning fee covers the linen turnover/bed making, trash removal and some minor misc. items like stocking soap, paper towels, etc. If the house is not left in the same clean condition and additional cleaning is required we may have to charge extra to cover any added cost we incur from the cleaners.

PET POLICY:
We are animal lovers and this is a "Pet Friendly" property. However, this does NOT mean we allow any and all pets. If you have a pet that you would like to bring please share details about your pet along with a request to bring them with you. For liability reasons some general information is needed; size, age, breed, temperament , etc. Additionally, we ask that you please keep your furry friends off the furniture and leave the house/property in the same condition as when you arrived (with or without pets).

We do not have a fixed pet fee as this changes depending on the animal(s) and size of group, etc. Typically we charge $25-$50 per day. This fee does NOT cover damage to the property or any mess caused by the pet. We do expect any "mess" outside or brought into the house to be cleaned up.

To clarify, pets may be welcome at this property but not until after we have given written approval (prior to your booking).

Property manager

Brendyn Dornich

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 4 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 4 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: All pets must be requested prior to booking.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock in all accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Gorgeous Chalet, Stunning Nature Setting Near PSU Spruce Creek

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Gorgeous Waterfront Cabin, Stunning Nature Setting Near PSU?

The closest beach to Gorgeous Waterfront Cabin, Stunning Nature Setting Near PSU is Black Moshannon Beach (32.4 km).

Does Gorgeous Waterfront Cabin, Stunning Nature Setting Near PSU have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is Gorgeous Waterfront Cabin, Stunning Nature Setting Near PSU family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and an arcade, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Gorgeous Waterfront Cabin, Stunning Nature Setting Near PSU is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Gorgeous Waterfront Cabin, Stunning Nature Setting Near PSU?

No, Gorgeous Waterfront Cabin, Stunning Nature Setting Near PSU does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Gorgeous Waterfront Cabin, Stunning Nature Setting Near PSU?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Gorgeous Waterfront Cabin, Stunning Nature Setting Near PSU Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 41 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Property
Great house, fantastic views and an overall fantastic trip. We will definitely be staying here in the near future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great kitchen and comfortable beds
2nd year we've stayed here. Great kitchen comfortable beds
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Kathryn D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a few “hiccups”
Property is in a beautiful location, would be great outdoor space in nice weather. Virtually impossible to find in the dark, needs better signage, lighting, specific directions, because the road signs don’t match up with any navigation apps. and it is Dark back there! Thankful for the back up heat sources because the central heating as well as Internet service (including tv streaming) were off-line for the first 24 hours until the manager returned my texts. The shared living spaces are wonderful, kitchen/dining and family room areas. Our teens enjoyed using the pool table since TV service wasn’t working. Bed and bath situation not really conducive for 10 guests as one of the bedrooms just basically fits a bed, has no privacy with glass doors, no storage and a bedroom door that doesn’t close. One bathroom is captive to the main bedroom, and the other bathroom is very tiny to be shared among eight guests. The interior is nicely decorated and well-maintained, exterior is a work in progress.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob P., Washington, DC

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy Thanksgiving home away from home
We enjoyed our stay at the cabin and was what we were looking for. A place to relax, enjoy the surroundings, and unwind. Our host was terrific as well - engaging to ensure we enjoyed our time here.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey M., CHESTER SPRINGS

Liked: Cleanliness
Football weekend
Had another wonderful stay at this cozy home! Can't wait to visit again next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian M., blain pa

Liked: Cleanliness
Did Not Disappoint
Must See Fantastic House, very clean and stocked with everything needed for a family get away. We enjoyed spending time in the large family room and sitting out by the fire and listening to the creek .
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Property Beautiful Spot
I come to Spruce Creek each year bringing a group of friends to fish. This house is ideal. Great kitchen, great recreation room and beds and bedrooms are really comfortable.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Beautiful area. Love how quiet it was. The creek running by made morning so relaxing. And to have the fire outside was great. It was great for a small college friend reunion. The house was clean. Well kept. We would rent it again. Loved the higher beds. Felt like home.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Getaway
Beautiful view of the mountains, creek running through was great to hang out side with the fire. Really enjoyed spending time in the great room with the pool table and plenty of seating so we could all spend time together! Owners are very attentive, my son lost his phone there and they so kindly offered to meet us to return! Will definitely come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spruce Creek
Really nice place. Perfect for a large family gathering. Stayed there with our family for the PSU vs MD game. Convenient drive to football tailgating lots on north side of Beaver Stadium.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Wendy A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun family weekend getaway
Great property for getting together with family/friends. Very spacious with cabin feel inside. Beds were comfortable and there was plenty of seating. Large selection of DVDs. Large kitchen…but could use new pots/pans… there were no baking dishes or cookie sheets. Family room was large and pool table was enjoyable. Outside area was not as private as we had hoped, but view out back was great… loved the large creek running right behind the property. Enjoyed hiking, but most trails were fairly steep and rocky… just something to know ahead of time. Internet is very spotty so plan on being without technology while staying here. Fenced in area for the dogs was very convenient. Overall it was a nice rental with the cabin gel we were seeking!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachael C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Freezing weather but still fun
My husband and I took our kids and little pug here for Christmas. Of course we pick the coldest weekend in 30 years!! It was -6 degrees. The pipes froze but the owner drove out on Christmas Eve to thaw them and no problems after that. The kids had fun in the snow until they froze. It's in a pretty area with a river in the back and a fenced in area for the dog. It was a quiet space and didn't feel like there was anyone else around. The kitchen was well stocked. The place was clean. The owners were very responsive and truly wanted us to enjoy our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous stay
My parents, wife and kids all stayed for about a week and had a wonderful time. Plenty of space and quiet location, yet close to town. We saw bald eagles from the windows almost every day. Kids loved shooting pool. Just be prepared to have limited cell and Wi-Fi connectivity, we didn’t mind. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacey M., CHESTER SPRINGS

Liked: Cleanliness
Very cozy and charming
Our family had a wonderful time here. It was clean and very cozy. Very nice sitting in the living room in front of the fireplace and also having the pool table there to enjoy. The internet was spotty, which we knew going in, so if that's a critical thing for you then do consider that. Hosts very nice. Would go here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, homey cabin
Excellent place for our PSU football weekend. We really enjoyed the pool table. Can't wait to visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

George B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway
Amazing view and very comfortable like a home away from home
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

David K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice family get away
The house is set up with large kitchen/ dining area in the center with a very large Family Room on one side and the bedroom wing on the other. The creek is very close and the rushing water sound was nice. The side yard was also very large and the family enjoyed being out on the property. It accommodated 10 sleeping pretty well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ryan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious Cabin for Perfect Getaway Weekend
Enjoyed a nice long weekend with my spouse and a friend from college (WE ARE!) and her family at this cabin on Spruce Creek. Both the wifi and cell service were very limited and spotty, but it made it nice to just be able to disconnect for a little while and enjoy the company and the outdoors. The creek in the back made for the perfect serene backdrop. The inside of the house absolutely met expectations from the pictures and was very clean. The only reason I took one star off for cleanliness was due to what appeared to be remodeling materials including a discarded counter left outside on the far side of the house, but we didn't venture over there very often for it to make any noticeable impact on our stay. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay and Brendyn and Becca were great hosts. Would absolutely consider coming back in the future. NOTE: Don't use Google Maps to get there. Use Waze instead, it got us there perfectly and matched the instructions that Brendyn and Becca sent to us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jay M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay in this lodge-like waterfront place!
Although it was a rainy weekend, we were able to thoroughly enjoy this well appointed home with pool table and plenty of space for all. The rustic wood panel interior and fishing theme and hunting theme touches were great. The moose head was a big hit! The beds were very comfortable and the new heating/cooling system allowed everyone to set there bedroom temperature. The kitchen was well appointed and plenty of DVDs to watch or board games. The bathrooms were clean and plenty of hot water for the family showers to start the day. Great fire pit out back along the stream but rain hampered our use! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing and peaceful
Spent Christmas with my family and we had an amazing time. The house was perfect, lots of charm and plenty of room. Huge kitchen and dual dining area. Recommend this place to anyone wanting so real R&R.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tamara S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Repeat winter stay
This was our second stay at this beautiful property. All of the comforts of home and more! A wonderful getaway. The stars at night were beautiful. Our dog loves it here: fenced yard, surrounding property safe for leisurely sniffing, nearby rails to trails path, neighborhood walks, the forest nearby, and lying in front of the gas fireplace/stove. The humans hope to come back during warmer weather to enjoy more of the outdoors.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable time with family
The house is comfortable, the inside is charming. The sound of the creek was soothing and we saw an eagle resting in the tree in the yard by the creek.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ruth Ann & Kevin S., Stow

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, peaceful, private, quiet spot.
Great host, great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Erika M., Los Angeles, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Place was good, but hard to find
Overall the location was beautiful and spacious. Fit all 8 of us comfortably, but just note, couches will be used if big groups. Our only problem was finding the place the first day. The address on the listing for some reason does not lead you to the right location, so make sure you get directions from host. The main reason it took us so long to find the place was that there is no signal in or around the area except for small spots of luck, so be prepared for that. Other than that, if you are looking for a place that will distance you from technology and have some well needed bonding time, I recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Donna C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house in an amazing setting
The pictures on VRBO do not do this house justice. Great space indoor and out. Sitting around the fire pit next to the stream was the best. Plenty of firewood provided by the owner. The house was super clean and had everything we needed for our weekend stay. Kitchen is well stocked, which is important to us, because when we're doing a short stay, we don't want to have to buy spices, plastic wrap, etc. We loved it and hated to leave. We were in town for PSU football game so didn't get to spend as much time as we would have liked at the house. Would definitely book again, but for a few extra days next time. Thank you, Brendyn
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021