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Heister Valley House

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A wooden deck with a grill and a table, surrounded by trees.
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A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a framed picture of woodland animals.
A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, a dining table with chairs, and a sliding glass door leading to a deck.
A living room with a brown sofa, a patterned rug, and two lamps.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Microwave
  • Fireplace
  • Non smoking

Explore the area

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Richfield, PA
  • Place, Charles Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Thor Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Susquehanna University
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Selinsgrove, PA (SEG-Penn Valley)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Twin Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Twin Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

About this property

Heister Valley House

Located near Mount Pleasant Mills, this 3-bedroom house offers a quiet rural setting at the base of Shade Mountain. With 1 queen bed and 2 twin beds, guests can relax in comfort. Amenities like WiFi, AC, and heating are provided for convenience. It's just a ten minute drive to Susquehanna University in Selinsgrove, a lovely college town on the banks of the Susquehanna River with shopping and fine dining, half an hour to Bucknell University, 45 minutes to Knoebel's Grove Amusement Park, and an hour from Penn State University . . . and so much more! Feel free to reach out to us during your stay - we're happy to suggest local spots to check out.
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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
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4603738
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

About the neighborhood

Richfield

Richfield is home to this vacation home. Millersburg Ferry and Northumberland County Historical Society are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Charles Park and Thor Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Selinsgrove Speedway or The Miller Center for Recreation and Wellness.
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Richfield, PA

What's nearby

  • Charles Park - 12 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Thor Park - 13 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Shade Mountain Winery & Vineyard - 17 min drive - 19.6 km
  • Selinsgrove Speedway - 21 min drive - 24.3 km
  • Susquehanna University - 21 min drive - 25.0 km

Getting around

  • Selinsgrove, PA (SEG-Penn Valley) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪APlus at Sunoco - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Harvey's Food Mart - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Hotel Middleburger - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Heister Valley House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Heister Valley House?

As of Sep 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Heister Valley House on Sep 27, 2026 start from $163, 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.

What time is check-in at Heister Valley House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Heister Valley House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Heister Valley House located?

Situated in Richfield, this vacation home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Charles Park, Thor Park, and Shade Mountain Winery & Vineyard. Susquehanna University is 12 mi (19.3 km) away.

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pet friendly. Felt like I was camping cabin was in the trees. Only thing negative was air conditioning was a window unit so bedrooms were hotter
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little house for a small family/couple. The creek in the back was a wonderful addition! Great value for the money.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was clean and warm in the winter weather!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The surrounding area of this cottage is beautiful, private and very quiet and the creek in the back is its best attribute. I have stayed at several vrbos over the years and this one felt more like a camping cottage on a camp ground than a vrbo home. We were surprised to find it was heated by an electric fireplace in the main room which was broken upon arrival. The hosts did a good job of getting it fixed the next day but it was a cold night. Most of the accommodations felt like items picked up from a yard sale. Overall it was pretty clean and we were grateful for a place we could bring our small dog.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely rustic location in the woods. Stream is just beyond the fire ring. Nice outdoor space. We enjoyed our stay! Close to the Bald Eagle State Forest and hiking trails. Neil was quick to reply to communications.Note for anyone with kids who may wander the property - there is poison ivy - so be sure to know how to id it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
For a pet friendly place, the price is about right, but the unit itself has aged from the photos. The listing left me confused as the back appears to be the front. When we arrived we weren't sure if we were in the right spot. The gutters are dirty and look to potentially be clogged, and the outside of the unit has collected plenty of dirt over time. The unit smelled musty upon entry. We had to buy air wick refills for the plug ins that were in the unit to cover that smell. Not overbearing, but it wasn't pleasant. Livable, however without anything else to cover it.The placement of the air conditioner does not allow cool air to circulate into the back bedroom. There is also no fan supplied in the unit, so we ended up purchasing one. Placing it just inside the main room and pointed into the back bedroom worked best. If you're going to do this you'll need a fan that can move a decent amount of air.The bed is memory foam and FIRM. I do not prefer that but it may work for some people. We didn't use the other two bedrooms but for the one on the left in the main room that we did use at a closet, the bed seemed to be a coil spring.The internet is abysmally slow here, but it may be the only option. 3Mbps speeds.Host was super nice on the short interaction I had with him. Overall this isn't a bad place to be, just a poor fit for me.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 1, 2026
Welcome to the woods in rural PA! The gutters have guards which catch the leaves and keep them from blocking the gutters, so no. They are not plugged up, but thank you for noticing. We are cautious about overusing air fragrances because of guests with allergies. Homes in the woods during the humid summer season tend to smell a bit musty from being closed up between bookings. We will look into possibilities for better climate control before next summer. We’ve only posted this rental within the last year or so. The photos are current. Glad I got to meet you. Maybe try visiting during cooler weather. Fall is gorgeous in the valley! Thank you for choosing our little place.

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