Location: Bethel, Berks County, Philadelphia & Its Countryside, Pennsylvania, USA (1.5 Hours from Philly--2.5 Hours from NYC--3 Hours from DC)
Accommodations: Cabin, 2 Bedrooms + Loft, 1 Bath (Sleeps 7)
****Smoking is not permitted on this property or in the surrounding woods. The remote location makes it impossible to fight fires without the use of a helicopter. Please, smokers should not inquire about renting this home****
We greatly appreciate your kind letters and recommendations:
We were looking for a quiet get away from New York City that wouldn't require a day of travel to get there and a day of travel on the return. We didn't imagine that after only a two-hour drive (we were blessed with almost no traffic), we'd find the beautiful place we discovered when we arrived. Everywhere we went we encountered friendly faces and folks who were delighted to offer assistance when we needed it. The best part of each day was returning to the peace of the cabin for a quiet meal, curling up with a book, or just watching the sun set through the slim tall trees from the front porch. We are looking forward to our next stay.
Reg & Chris
Liz,
We had such a nice time at the cabin. Steve and I decided it was the perfect cabin (so comfortable, great kitchen, the wonderful loft!) We really had a hard time leaving the cabin to DO anything, didn’t even go out to dinner in the end. But that was just fine, since we DO all the time.
Best,
Pam
Liz,
We have told all our friends here in Philly about your lovely cabin, and there is general interest in returning for a late winter getaway. Thanks again for the hospitality.
We arrived late Friday night and lit the fireplace. There was about 6 inches of snow on the ground outside. My fiancé and I actually slept up in the loft just to get the best views of the morning light reflecting off the trees and snow. Saturday, we cooked a nice breakfast and waited for the third couple to arrive. Once they did, we hiked up the road to the Appalachian Trail, got a little lost, got found, saw the spring, got cold, came home, and started the epic night of board games. Yes, we walked up and found the swing. The view from up there is very nice!
All the best to you and yours,
Sutter
Hi Liz,
What a great weekend we had. The cabin was perfect for home cooked meals and fellowship by the fire. Both mornings were leisurely, catching up on novels, before heading to the temple on the first morning and a short hike on the second. Saturday afternoon we hit 4 wineries where we bought a few bottles each as a memory of our time. You should consider putting the Berk's county wine trail on the cabin's "to do" list.
Thanks again, for the use of the cabin,
Doug
Dear Mr. and Mrs. T.,
I think at one point during the weekend (maybe Friday night) my two oldest children had every single lego and action figure spread out across the entire loft. My daughter had the castle set up and was playing house, and my son had an elaborate attack scheme to bring chaos to the domestic, peaceful castle. Too much Narnia, I guess. Sunday morning, they knew their job was to put every toy back before they could even come down. Our two younger daughters were absolutely thrilled to play with the giant stuffed snakes the older kids brought down for them from the loft; and “slide” on their bellies down the little hill in the floor.
All of my daughters and wife are hot tea drinkers, and enjoyed a cup of the orange tea each morning.
My wife is quite torn—she wants to come back in the winter and summer! Thanks again, and I’m sure you will hear from us again someday.
Matt
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We have Wireless Internet service and cable TV!
The best of both worlds: you will be in a remote woodland setting and still be able to check your e-mail.
* Hike, snowshoe, or x-country ski the Appalachian Trail.
* Mountain bike on trails located in State gamelands across the road.
* Visit Hawk Mountain and watch raptors soar in the thermals.
* Downhill ski, snow board, or go tubing at Bear Creek Ski Resort.
* Ride an antique steam powered train at the WK&S railroad.
* Cabella's sporting goods store is just 12 miles away.
*Amish Country in Lancaster County is 40 miles or less.
A winding, single lane dirt road leads you over a small bridge to a cottage perched on the mountainside.
* Cottage on 35 forested acres adjacent to thousands of acres of undeveloped woods and gamelands. Private path leads directly to the Appalachian Trail.
* Cottage is 163 miles from Washington, DC; 130 miles from New York City; 92 miles from Philadelphia; 82 miles from Gettysburg; 30 miles from Knoebel's Theme Park; and 35 miles from Hershey Park.
* First Floor: bedroom with a queen bed, bedroom with a double bed, full bathroom, eat-in kitchen, living room with massive stone fireplace--firewood provided, AM/FM tuner, 5 CD changer, lots of board games, excellent library, and more Legos than you can shake a stick at! Bring your DVD's to play on the TV and DVD player provided. We have cable TV and wireless internet.
* Loft is perfect for older children or adults. It has a double bed and a single bed.
Maps and brochures for activities are provided as well as information from area restaurants.
Two and a half miles from the intersection of rts. 183 and 78 in Bethel Township, a mile from the border of Berks and Schuylkill Counties in Pennsylvania.
Non-smokers only. Smoking is not permitted on or around the property. Outdoor cooking and grilling are prohibited.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- The cottage overlooks a quiet, babbling creek. It is surrounded by trees and native plants...not a blade of grass.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Rock Climbing
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$175/night plus 6% PA sales tax
two night minimum
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 1998
My husband and I have been married for 27 years. Our sons grew up spending weekends and vacations at the cottage. A few years ago, we did an extensive renovation. The house had been built in the early 1950's and was in serious need of an up-date. We gutted it and rebuilt it from the inside out. When we renovated it, we used the best materials and implemented excellent design. Our first guests came in June of 2008. Since then, it has been our pleasure to provide dozens of families, couples, groups of friends, and individuals with an opportunity to experience the joy that we have known through this wonderful place.
Why the Owner Chose Bethel
For the first 16 years of our marriage, we looked for a private retreat where we could "get away from it all". Proximity to the Appalachian Trail was a priority. We needed a place that was isolated. We did not want to be able to see other houses. We wanted a place that was not in a development..was not on a road, was not surrounded by houses with lawns and hot-tubs and pools. We wanted to have a retreat that was part of nature, not a place that violated nature. In 1998, after looking at countless houses, in countless locations, we found this home. We had never seen anything even remotely like it. We had to have it. We put in our bid: full asking price, no inspections, no contingencies. We knew that this was where we belonged.
The Unique Benefits of this Cabin
Peace. No worries. I don't know why, but it is virtually impossible to worry when you are on this property. For some strange reason, your worries melt away as soon as you enter the drive that leads to the cottage. However, if you are looking for family fun and adventure, it is right around the corner. For the first ten years of owning the cottage, we were very content to explore the woods, hike the Appalachian Trail, sit on the porch, and read. In 2008, when we first started renting the house, I decided to research activities that would be interesting to our guests. My "things to do" guide is 9 pages long! All of the activities are under an hour drive--most within 15 minutes.
Property Photos
- The cottage in winter! - Philadelphia Vacation Rentals
- The cottage in summer! - Philadelphia Vacation Rentals
- Fully equipped kitchen. You can even bake a pie! - Philadelphia Vacation Rentals
- Livingroom with side view of ladder to the loft.
- Bedroom with double bed
- Bedroom with queen bed
- Loft with double bed
- Loft with single bed
- The cottage is on this mountain...to the left.
- The cottage road
- The view from the front porch.You can see the bridge to the right of the center.
- Welcome!
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #182629
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