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Bright Cottage Retreat in Central PA

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A living room with a ceiling fan, two sofas, a coffee table, and a window with curtains.
A covered outdoor area with wicker chairs and a small table, surrounded by a wooden deck and a black railing.
A window with three panes, each with a black hanging planter containing various plants.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white stove, a microwave, a sink, and a window with a view of greenery.
A bedroom with a bed, curtains, a window, and a wall-mounted shelf.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Mcveytown, PA
  • Place, Mifflin County Commons
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Kishacoquillas Park
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Kish Park Dog Park
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, State College, PA (SCE-University Park)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom #1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #2

2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Bright Cottage Retreat in Central PA

Laurel Hill is a peaceful vacation cottage in McVeytown, PA. You'll love the sparking clean and tastefully decorated interior and will leave refreshed. There is a furnished kitchen, and a dining area, and a cozy living room with lots of natural light. The primary bedroom has a queen sized bed and the other bedroom has a twin over full bunk-bed and another twin bed; the perfect arrangement for a family. There is also a laundry room/sunporch area that leads to the back yard where there's a picnic table and a fire-pit for enjoying evenings in the outdoors. You'll find this the perfect spot to relax and connect with loved ones.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

- We kindly ask that there are no fireworks, loud music, or rowdy behavior.

- Check-in is at 3:00 PM and check-out is at 10:00 AM.

- Absolutely no pets. If a pet is discovered, there will be a $250 upcharge.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3492841
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the neighborhood

Map
Mcveytown, PA

What's nearby

  • Mifflin County Commons - 17 min drive - 20.7 km
  • Kishacoquillas Park - 18 min drive - 21.0 km
  • Kish Park Dog Park - 18 min drive - 21.4 km
  • Bender Park - 21 min drive - 24.5 km
  • Mifflin County Youth Park - 21 min drive - 24.9 km

Getting around

  • Lewistown Station - 17 min drive
  • State College, PA (SCE-University Park) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bierhaus - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Taste Of The Valley - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Wingman Brew N Que - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wendy’s - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bright Cottage Retreat in Central PA pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bright Cottage Retreat in Central PA?

As of Aug 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bright Cottage Retreat in Central PA on Aug 3, 2026 start from $170, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bright Cottage Retreat in Central PA?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bright Cottage Retreat in Central PA?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 21 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Rose B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This Cottage is in a very quiet & relaxing area. It being surrounded by trees makes it a very peaceful & beautiful place.The cottage was very clean & homely. John was quite to respond to our questions.Thank you very much!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelli a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice clean property, perfect for what we were doing. Will definitely stay there again. Nice and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Todd P.

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

Very Nice Stay

We enjoyed the clean and quiet location!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nathan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage is cozy, clean and quiet. Nestled into the base of the woods and surrounded by natural beauty. My son and i have stayed here twice now while visiting family and friends.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We stayed at the cottage while in the area for a family reunion. The cottage was comfortable and well-stocked with needed supplies.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
property is very clean and offers great amenities. owner is easy to work with and keeps his word.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nathan A.

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

Quiet Hideaway

My son and I loved staying here. Everything we needed was available. The stay was quiet and we really felt liked how close the forest is.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 29, 2024
Thank you so much for your kind words! Hope to host you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lois M.

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

Cute little house!

Beautiful, peaceful setting!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

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

Weekend Getaway

Home was clean and exactly what we needed for a peaceful weekend getaway with our kids. The coffee shop down the road had great coffee and food.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 26, 2024
We're happy to hear that our home provided the peaceful retreat you were looking for. Thank you for choosing to stay with us, and we hope to welcome you back again soon. Den, Sandpiper homestays
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katrina Z.

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

Overnight lodging

A beautiful setting in a mountainous area. For our group of 5, the house met the overnight accommodations we needed while attending a Christian retreat in the neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jacqueline j.

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

Cute and quiet

Loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Weekend Stay

Everything was as described. House was clean and all linens and towels were ready. Quaint and beautiful Mountain location!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Megan K.

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

Great cozy home

We had a wonderful stay at this cozy, clean home! Was perfect for our family for the weekend and everyone was so comfortable! The communication was excellent and we are very appreciative!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

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

Weekend Get-away

The property was clean and well maintained. Everything we needed was provided. We had a restful weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 11, 2023
Thank you for your feedback! It's wonderful that you had a restful weekend. If there's anything else we can do to make your next stay even better, please let us know! Den, Sandpiper homestays
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erika G.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

PA getaway

This was my first time in PA and the house was very lovely and even stocked with snacks and chocolate cupcakes from a local bakery. Had all the amenities from home. Very lovely place
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 19, 2023
We’re so happy to know that you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to welcoming you again soon! Den, Sandpiper homestays
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aleah T.

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

Beautiful!

Beautiful home! Our daughter loved the swing bed! The house had everything we could have needed! A tv would have been nice but it didn’t ruin our trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 27, 2024
Thank you for your feedback. We look forward to welcoming you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sam L.

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

Wedding Weekend

Awesome secluded spot for what we needed. Weird rules and spooky religious but we still had run
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Amy O.

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

Quick stay

Very cute home. I have to admit my family was surprised to find no TV. Of course it didn’t list there was on, but unusual not to have one. I wish that was called out.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 30, 2023
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you found the home cute. We understand the surprise about the absence of a TV, and we appreciate your suggestion to highlight such details more explicitly in the listing. If you decide to stay with us again, we'll strive to ensure a clearer communication of the amenities. Den, Sandpiper hometays
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Veronica Z.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Unhealthy place to stay

This house would not pass a Board of Health inspection. I regret that I didn’t take a picture of the fan blades on the DC Inverter before I cleaned the mold off them. I doubt the inside of the inverter is mold free. I could only get to the blades that open and close based on operation. It’s my opinion that the moldy/musty smell is coming from the basement, in fact at one point it even smelled like sewage. Noticed this one night after having used the washer/dryer. Especially when you lay down at night in the main bedroom, as the head of the bed next to the wall is closest to the basement. The smell just comes up through the old wood floors. I slept with a mask on. I didn’t know what I was breathing in.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Joe B.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teresa M.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

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