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Our Guest House

Family-friendly vacation home in State College

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Exterior
Kitchen and dining!
livingroom
Den
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 71700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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State College, PA
  • Place, Millbrook Marsh Nature Center
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Pennsylvania State University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Bryce Jordan Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, State College, PA (SCE-University Park)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

First Floor 1/2 bath

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Our Guest House

Our Guest House is nestled in the quaint village of Lemont with a view of Mt. Nittany out the back door. Conveniently close to downtown State College and everything Penn State. Enjoy a hike up Mt. Nittany, coffee at Cafe Lemont and/or dinner at Kamri Thai and Sushi House, Happy Valley Brewing or the Voodoo Brewery! It's all here. This cute cape cod was built in 1946 and has been completely renovated. A firepit and patio for relaxing outside. If you have 6 or 7 guests coming, we will open up the basement for you to use, so you will have an extra bedroom, bathroom and living room!

Each bedroom has it's own bathroom. The upstairs bedrooms are set up each with a Smart TV. The basement living space has a 74" TV and a foosball table.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
No loud music allowed. Quiet hours are at 10PM.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Take out the trash
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
We live on a quiet street in a neighborhood, so we want to respect our neighbors and friends. Quiet hours are from 11PM to 7AM.

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
Note from host: No loud music allowed. Quiet hours are at 10PM.
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

About the neighborhood

State College

State College is home to this vacation home. Palmer Museum of Art and Pennsylvania Military Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Pegula Ice Arena and What-A-Blast Extreme Laser Tag. Traveling with kids? Consider The Arboretum at Penn State and Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania.
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State College, PA

What's nearby

  • Millbrook Marsh Nature Center - 1 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Pennsylvania State University - 3 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Pegula Ice Arena - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Bryce Jordan Center - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Beaver Stadium - 6 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

  • State College, PA (SCE-University Park) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wendy’s - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Voodoo Brewing Company - State College Pub - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Our Guest House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Our Guest House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Our Guest House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Our Guest House located?

This family-friendly State College vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Millbrook Marsh Nature Center and Pennsylvania State University. What-A-Blast Extreme Laser Tag and Pegula Ice Arena are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house and its HUGE. Quiet location and close to everything. A great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keeley L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cheryl and Will’s guest house is fantastic. It really is a home away from home. We are so grateful for their hospitality for four days. They were even kind enough to shovel and salt the driveway and walkway after a snowy, icy night. Truly our stay was wonderful. We’ll be back! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was clean and comfortable, great location, host was amazing. I would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was as advertised. Clean and well kept. Newly updated. We will stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was perfect. Clean, spacious and excellent for a weekend in State College
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

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

Excellent house

Great house, great location to many things. Enjoyed our stay and would go back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy A.

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

Family Trip

Great property, well taken care of, much larger than it appears in the photos. Excellent place to take a family, and the host is super responsive in the event you need anything. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful remodel of an older house. We loved seeing the pictures of it from decades past! Lots of extras, like snacks, coffee, laundry supplies, toiletries, etc. Very comfortable beds and nice linens! Convenient to State College and perfect for our trip; would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

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

First time experience

Lovely home in a great location and the host quickly responded to my questions. When we visit this area again this will be hands down our first choice for lodging!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our first time staying here and we absolutely loved this spacious, clean, beautifully decorated house. Lots of thoughtful extras were provided, which was much appreciated. The neighborhood is quiet and it was quick to get around to where we needed to go. Sofas and beds were very comfortable and the television was easy to use. Enjoyed some time out back in Adirondack chairs in the private backyard with lovely surroundings. Cheryl was the perfect host. We look forward to staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick G.

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

Pennsylvania rural water show

House was perfect for our two day stay and conveniently located to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel F.

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

Wonderful stay

Charming, clean, and inviting
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annette H.

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

Perfect getaway!

Beautiful and spacious house - communication with the owner was excellent- would highly recommend this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie F.

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

PSU Move In

The house and host are top notch. The house is so well stocked. It feels like you’re in a home. The beds are like sleeping in a 5 star hotel. Will always be our first check when we need a place to stay at state college.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

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

Very good!

It's a nice property in a quiet neighborhood. Close to downtown and the campus, but far enough away to not be caught up in the hustle and traffic. Clean house. Would return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nadine P.

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

Great house perfect location

Great location near Penn State University. Beautiful house, fully equipped.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline M.

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

Cozy home close to campus

The location in cozy Lemont was perfect for a visit with my Son at PSU. With a coffee shop, brewery and restaurant w/in walking distance but only 5 minutes from campus driving, it was a great choice. Beds super comfy, large kitchen, lots of character in the home - we'll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey K.

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

Lemont

Very nice property. We were just there for a short time but everything was great. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy S.

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

Comfortable and quiet!

We enjoyed our stay in Happy Valley! This is a charming home that has been updated and is located in a quiet neighborhood. The beds were also very comfortable!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

barbara d.

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

Peaceful, comfortable oasis

We came for a football game and had a lovely time at this property! Quiet street, beautiful views, comfortable, roomy, with everything we needed for our stay. We loved the fire pit and the sitting room sunrise!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

James K.

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

Perfect place to stay with a family

We were in town visiting Penn State and the home was in a great, quiet location. The owner has the home well stocked with food and amenities and the home is well cared for and clean. Would recommend. Thanks for your hospitality!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

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

Perfect!

Proximity was great, close enough to campus to enjoy all of the activities at PSU, but in a quiet, peaceful neighborhood with great views (winter) of Mt Nittany. Cheryl was a tremendous host, extremely responsive, and house was well appointed and comfortable...will visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Will N.

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

Great find

The property was super clean and the host was fantastic. I will definitely be checking this location out the next time I’m in State College.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey S.

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

Amazing House

The house was perfect. Clean and comfortable. Perfect location with easy access to Penn State. Quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

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

Another Great Stay

We have stayed here several times over the last 3 years to visit my daughter and move her into PSU. The house is so clean and Cheryl is very responsive in her communication. Look forward to staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Cheryl Gigante

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Hi! My name is Cheryl and I am a mom of four boys and love all things outdoors. I have lived in State College for the past 25 years. I love people and especially to host people and when the opportunity came up to purchase and renovate the property next door to us, my family jumped on it. It was our Covid project and kept us busy for the first 6 months of it. I wanted to make it a space for families and friends to be comfortable so they can have quality time together. So, we opened it up as a short term rental and have loved it! Because of my love for people and homes in this area, I am also a realtor through a local brokerage, so if you need any help, just let me know!

Why they chose this property

The beauty of this property is the gentleman that lived there for his whole life and the stories that came out of it as we neighbored together. The house is quaint and cute with backyard that is perfect for feeling like your just literally sitting at the base of Mt. Nittany. Our house is literally right next door, so we have had the opportunity to meet such incredible people from around the world through this!

What makes this property unique

This place is so close the campus, but yet your surroundings are surreal with birds, flowers, lots of trees and Mt. Nittany in the background!

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