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Twin Ridge Retreat

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Bedroom
Bathroom
Bathroom
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Port Royal, PA
  • Place, Juniata Valley Winery
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Juniata River
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Juniata County Courthouse
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, State College, PA (SCE-University Park)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

Twin Ridge Retreat

Basement apartment in a rural country setting, nestled between two mountains. We're only10 miles from Route 322, halfway between Harrisburg and State College. Minutes from Juniata Valley Winery (literally only 3 miles down the road) and Port Royal Speedway (8 miles).

Make this your Home Away From Home! This is a finished basement with all the comforts of home. Full kitchen, large livingroom, bedroom and 3/4 bath. Enjoy watching the chickens and goats grazing in the meadow. There's a swingset outside that your children are welcome to use. Build a campfire in the fire ring and roast hotdogs and marshmallows for supper!

To help muffle the chaos and commotion of normal family life, we did as much sound proofing as possible. We will try to keep the noise down in the mornings but please be aware......... we live here and you WILL hear us!

Other things to note:

The basement is yours, with the exception of the small cold storage room that goes off the kitchen. Also the water heater and furnace room goes off the bathroom.

If you are not comfortable with using the gas (propane) stove, there is also an electric single coil burner in the kitchen for you to cook with.

Cell phone service may be poor in the basement but there is WiFi available.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Mountain view
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 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
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No food or drinks on carpet, please!

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

About the neighborhood

Port Royal

Located in Port Royal, this apartment is on a river. Juniata Valley Winery and Little Buffalo State Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Myers Park and Juniata River.
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Port Royal, PA

What's nearby

  • Juniata Valley Winery - 5 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Juniata River - 10 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Juniata County Courthouse - 12 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Messiah Lutheran Church - 12 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Myers Park - 13 min drive - 15.6 km

Getting around

  • Lewistown Station - 29 min drive
  • State College, PA (SCE-University Park) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wilson's Meats & Groceries - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Hawstone Hollow Winery - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Angelo's - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Wilson House, Juniata Valley Wine - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Red's Diner - ‬27 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Twin Ridge Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Twin Ridge Retreat?

As of Apr 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Twin Ridge Retreat on May 3, 2026 start from $92, 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 Twin Ridge Retreat?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Twin Ridge Retreat?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Twin Ridge Retreat located?

Situated on a river, this apartment building is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Juniata Valley Winery and within 9 mi (15 km) of Juniata County Courthouse and Messiah Lutheran Church. Myers Park is 8.2 mi (13.3 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My favorite home away from home
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cozy and comfortable stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and clean. Perfect for a few nights while I’m working nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay. Had everything we would need!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My home away from home!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden treasure - meticulously clean, quaint basement apartment. Great communication and easy check-in. Breakfast items such an appreciated gesture.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa G.

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

Great stay!

The perfect peaceful retreat in the evening after work. Hosts were very kind and provided much appreciated amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larissa H.

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

If I need to be in the area again, I'm definitely staying here again.

Wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place was fantastic. First off, you get greeted by the nicest dog you will ever meet. Next the owners went above and beyond to make us feel at home, helping with our questions and making sure we had everything we needed. Apartment itself was huge, quiet, and loaded with goodies like fresh milk, eggs, cookies and other snacks. Everything was incredibly clean and the bathroom towels were the fluffiest I’ve ever used! I would highly recommend this place if you’re in town for a Penn State game, it’s an easy drive from the stadium.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Could not have had a better or more comfortable stay. Hosts were very responsive to questions and incredibly accomodating with requests. Thank you, I will definitely stay with you again when I'm in the area
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan D.

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

Just what I needed

I had a last minute commitment in State College, this was the perfect location to stay the night before and night after a full day conference. They made it homey and offered local eating options, I wish I had been able to try them. If you’re looking for a spot to star gaze, this would be it.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelly C.

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

Just like home

We absolutely enjoyed our time at the Twin Ridge Retreat!! We were in town for a few days of racing. It was so nice to have access to all of the amenities from home. The fresh milk and eggs in the fridge were delicious!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronmelbarahona B.

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

Twin ridge

Very beautiful peaceful and serene...Great place to get some good ole" relaxation with a beautiful view
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Emily S.

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

Peaceful and Easy

Wonderfully nice host family. Easy to communicate with and very accomodating. We stayed over a holiday and it was clean, warm, welcoming, and so pleasant. Very grateful for a quiet stay in a beautiful country. Gods presence is felt here
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely wonderful. The area is quiet and peaceful. The family is wonderful and welcoming. We had a nice private space in the basement with our own entrance. The family even left for us fresh eggs, milk, donuts, bananas, and cereal! The place was clean and beautiful.They are honest about their noise level - there are young children running above your head in the morning. But I honestly thought this added to the character of the place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

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

Lovely Stay in the Pennsylvania Countryside

Lovely stay in the rural Juniata Valley countryside, just a few miles from the Juniata Winery. Almost a farm setting, with chickens and goats in back. The rooms and facilities were exceptionally clean and comfortable, and the host was absolutely wonderful. Note that you may hear the patter of little feet in the house above, but it is not intrusive; my wife and I found it charming. We slept blissfully. Full spacious kitchen, with fresh free-range eggs in the fridge.Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy F.

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

A Blessed Retreat!

We were blessed by this retreat for the weekend while we enjoyed a wedding at the Juniata Valley Winery. Please understand the culture and environment you are booking in and you will be blessed also. This a great family and all the extras of breakfast items and homemade cinnamon rolls were just perfect for us! We enjoyed our stay with this beautiful family!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca K.

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

Felt like home

We decided to book this cute little apartment for a local gymnastics meet that we were in town for. The owners of the house were super sweet. check-in was very convenient even at 10 PM, the owners were understanding And still greeted us with a smile in the driveway. This place reminded me of simple living; a nice slowdown in life to enjoy the little things. It would be a great place to get away to for some r&r. It was very accommodating to our needs and we can’t wait to stay again in March for our spring meet!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carmela W.

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

Spacious

We stayed for two nights to break up our drive to a nearby train site. It is very spacious inside. Very clean and well taken care of. The hosts provided us with milk, eggs, cereal, bananas, and cinnamon rolls. It was a nice surprise. You can hear the foot traffic above as stated in the listing, nothing overly loud. Just normal kids playing. If you have Misophonia like myself, bring your earbuds/earplugs and you will be fine. We enjoyed playing the Apples to Apples game. We haven't laughed so hard in a while. Thank you for a relaxing peaceful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Roxane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Bed was a hard/firm mattress. Shower is for short people. Those of us over 5 ft have to duck. Otherwise very nice rental.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Pros: this place was immaculate on cleanliness, comfort is top tier (though the bed was a little firm for me. Their pup wasn’t best welcoming committee. Coffee and fresh farm eggs in the fridge. Plenty of pillows and blankets. No TV at all BUT a great game of apples to apples made our night. The location was super easy to find, beautiful peaceful property with chickens, and I think I saw a cow. Sweet welcoming family as well. Cons: get your information (password for lock, wifi, and local directions) before you loose WiFi, unless your connected to the property - it doesn’t exist. The family does live right upstairs and you will hear them… early. Lucky for us we are up early. There is only 1 air conditioner for the apartment and if you leave for the day - expect it to be off when you get back, leaving the main bedroom a bit uncomfortable. The shower is not made for anyone over 5’2” or on the chunky side. It’s the perfect place to stay if you need to be local for the area and it looks like they may be adding space. The cleanliness and comfort outweigh any con listed and I would definitely recommend/stay again if needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It's always a pleasure to stay here while in the area for work.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always a pleasure staying!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

About the host

Hosted by Marian Hoover

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We are a Christian family who appreciates the opportunity to work together at home in lawnmower sales and service. Renting out our basement on AirBnB is something we enjoy.. Our prayer is that you would be blessed with God's presence and peace during your stay here!

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