PA Wilds Mtn Cabin, 8 pvt acres in state forest, near Elk Herd & 2 State Parks

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61500 sq ft

Popular amenities

Pet friendly

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Outdoor Space

Air conditioning

Check out the area

Penfield, PA

Parker Dam State Park13 min drive
DuBois Mall19 min drive
S. B. Elliott State Park27 min drive
DuBois, PA (DUJ-DuBois Regional)34 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Cedarwood Lodge is a mountain cabin on eight forested acres surrounded by the Moshannon State Forest with access to thousands of acres for exploring nature directly from the grounds. Only 4 miles off PA I-80, Exit 111, the cabin provides easy access to Parker Dam and S.B. Elliot state parks and the nearby Elk Herd (Rocky Mountain elk reintroduced in 1913 have prospered) and Elk Scenic Drive. Don't miss the spectacular Mountain Laurel Driving Tour to view the PA State Flower that proliferates throughout the mountain forests each spring.

The Lodge is completely equipped including linens, all kitchen needs, microwave, gas cook stove and gas grill, coffee maker, toaster, TV/VCR/DVD (no TV reception), phone, wood burning stove/fireplace, and full bath with tub and shower.

Homemade bread, and sweet rolls or muffins are provided for your first morning's breakfast. Coffee and tea provided.

Deer, turkey, foxes, and an occasional bear can be observed making their way past the Lodge. Enjoy dark skies with easy access to the 'middle of nowhere' - just a 15 minute drive (12 miles) to Clearfield or 20 minute drive to DuBois.

It is easily accessible from the main highway, yet provides privacy and a feeling of seclusion. The Lodge is a great place for family get-togethers, a romantic get-away for two, or a gathering of friends.

Some comments from our guests:
'...But the best things were the walks along the logging roads, beaver ponds, flowers starting to bloom, and the peace and tranquility of the backwoods.' Ralph, Nancy, Tucker, Keisee and Marlie, from Novelty, Ohio
'Our drive was 5.5 hours, but it was worth it. We are sad to leave this hideaway to return to the stress of the city.' Amy and Pete from New York City
'We wanted to renew our friendships, enjoy nature, and escape the hustle and bustle of life. We wanted to laugh and talk late into the night. Here at Cedarwood, it all happened.' Barb, Ruth, and Diane from Evans City, PA
'We enjoyed three of the best days of our lives here! This is an absolutely wonderful place.' Chuck and Lori - newlyweds

Although there is not onsite swimming, the cabin is located 2 miles from two state parks which have swimming, boating, nature center, hiking trails of all degrees of length and difficulty. There are beaver dams within walking distance of the cabin.

Property manager

Peggy

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Pet friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor Space

Barbecue grill

Mountain view

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

No charge for age 2 and younger

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)

$10/night each; more than 2 must be pre-approved

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Outdoor smoking only

We do not allow events but having a few friends or relatives over for a visit, meal or cookout is permitted.

Pricing for the cabin is based on 2 guests. There is an additional charge of $10/night for each guest beyond the first 2.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Penfield

Located in Penfield, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. Clearfield County Historical Society and Dubois Area Historical Society are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Fun Central and Dubois Country Club. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Penfield, PA

What's nearby

Parker Dam State Park - 13 min drive
DuBois Mall - 19 min drive
Dubois Country Club - 24 min drive
S. B. Elliott State Park - 27 min drive
Elk Country Visitor Center - 40 min drive

Getting around

DuBois, PA (DUJ-DuBois Regional) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

Applewood BBQ & Grill - 10 min drive
Penfield Fireman's Club - 10 min drive
Pizza's Beverage - 12 min drive
Calliaris Pizza - 10 min drive
N&N Cinnamon Co. - 24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is PA Wilds Mtn Cabin, 8 pvt acres in state forest, near Elk Herd & 2 State Parks pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at PA Wilds Mtn Cabin, 8 pvt acres in state forest, near Elk Herd & 2 State Parks ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at PA Wilds Mtn Cabin, 8 pvt acres in state forest, near Elk Herd & 2 State Parks ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is PA Wilds Mtn Cabin, 8 pvt acres in state forest, near Elk Herd & 2 State Parks located?

Offering ski-in/ski-out access, this cabin in Penfield is in the mountains, 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from Parker Dam State Park, and close to winter activities such as cross-country skiing and sledding. DuBois Mall and Fun Central are also within 16 mi (25 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Milo M.

Feb 21, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Elk visit

Very clean! Bread was amazing! Secluded and quiet! Definitely worth the trip

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Robert B.

Dec 21, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

2nd time staying here should say it all !! Very cozy even with the temps in the 20s

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

Nov 30, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway

This property was absolutely beautiful. The house was so amazing. We didn't need to bring a thing everything we needed was right there! The house is very spacious and there was room for everyone. The space was amazing it allowed up to have a great game night, watch movies and take walks! Thank you so much for inviting us into your home!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica T.

Oct 28, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything We Hoped For AND MORE!!

The cabin was wonderful! It had everything you could possibly want or need in a forest getaway: fully stocked kitchen, plenty of washroom supplies, games, movies, books, blankets - it was all the comforts of home in a beautiful forested setting in PA’s Elk country. Our host was very thoughtful in her communications leading up to our stay, and then again while we were there with well thought out directions for the cabin, how to get around the area - even where the best grocery shopping is and how to get there. She left fresh baked goods in the cabin, along with the lights on in anticipation of a possible arrival after dark. Honestly one of the best rental vacations we’ve ever had - and we’ve had a lot! It was everything we’d hoped it would be and more. We loved our time at Cedarwood Lodge! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelley C.

Aug 8, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

peaceful

Beautiful place to stay while close to many of the wonderful things to see in Pa

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Peggy

Our vacation rental journey:

We started renting our family's second home, Cedarwood Lodge, to vacationers in 1992. The 3 BR mountain cabin sleeps up to six guests, sits on 8 private acres surrounded by the Moshannon State Forest.

A few years later, we added the Second Street Suite, a 1 BR downtown vacation rental apartment which can sleep up to four guests.

Tim is an attorney in solo practice, and we own & manage residential rental units, vacation rentals and a traditional B&B in the town of Clearfield, PA. Meeting & hosting guests over the years, from every state in the USA and all over the world has been and remains a pleasure! Tim & Peggy Durant, Hosts

Why they chose this property

Cedarwood Lodge is a charming 3 BR mountain cabin sitting on 8 private acres partially surrounded by Moshannon State Forest with access to nearly 200,000 acres of forested wilderness. The Cedarwood Lodge is a popular place to hold small family reunions or to use as a base camp to explore the natural surroundings for which the Pennsylvania Wilds is famous. Nearby Parker Dam and S.B. Elliott State Parks offer boating and swimming in the summer, and snowmobiling and cross country skiing in the winter. The Elk Visitor's Center in Benezette is a scenic 30 minute drive. Get away from it all, with comfort in a rustic setting at Cedarwood Lodge. Accommodates 6 guests.