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Quaint Cabin Near 2 PA State Parks - Ricketts Glen & Worlds End

Quaint Cabin Near 2 PA State Parks - Ricketts Glen & Worlds End

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Welcome to Black Bear Cottage!
Property grounds
Enjoy the beauty of the stone and woodwork in this cabin!
New furnishings with rustic touches...
Enjoy the open basic kitchen  - gas stove, sink, fridge and large island

Overview of Quaint Cabin Near 2 PA State Parks - Ricketts Glen & Worlds End

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 484 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check out the area

Map
Benton, PA
  • Popular LocationRicketts Glen State Park16 min drive
  • Popular LocationWorlds End State Park41 min drive
  • AirportWilliamsport, PA (IPT-Williamsport Regional)42 min drive
  • Popular LocationKnoebels Amusement Resort55 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Quaint Cabin Near 2 PA State Parks - Ricketts Glen & Worlds End

Roughing it never looked so good!
We invite you to experience the outdoors in this fully furnished cabin that offers such amenities as A whirlpool tub and air conditioning …… while capturing the classic, old style cabin look and feel with hand hewn beams, stone work, and old wood floors. The cabin is completely furnished and comfortably sleeps four with a bedroom downstairs and a loft.

Located conveniently between 2 of Pennsylvania’s most popular state parks - Ricketts Glenn and Worlds End, Black Bear Cottage is a hiker’s destination offering something for everyone.
Ricketts Glen State Park is on 13,050 acres in Columbia, Luzerne, and Sullivan counties known for its old-growth forest and 24 named waterfalls along Kitchen Creek. Worlds End State Park, located in the Loyalsock Creek valley, is a 780-acre Pennsylvania state park in Sullivan County that features exceptional hiking, swimming, and picnic areas for the family to enjoy.

Not hiking? Then have a seat on the front porch and unwind or gather around the firepit, tell some tales, and create some memories. Other area attractions include local wineries, antique shops, Knoebels Amusement Resort, and some of the best trout fishing in the state!

With many grocery and convenience stores located in the area, as well as several locations offering eat-in and take-out services, it’s not necessary to cook all meals, but if you do, the kitchen is fully stocked.

Note – The layout of this cabin is from the 1960’s and a ladder was initially installed to access the loft. When the modern bathroom was added, a stairwell was installed as a safer option to get to the loft in this cabin. Due to safety concerns, the ladder has been removed. In order to get to the loft, the stairwell in the bathroom must be used. The layout is unique but guests do not seem to mind.
We wanted to make guests aware of this layout if 4 people are staying at the cabin.

Linens are provided at an additional cost upon request.

AC is typically installed by June 1.

Firewood is not provided but is sold onsite.
Due to lantern fly infestations in other parts of PA, we prefer you do not bring firewood from outside the area.

When staying between Nov - April some snow accumulation should be anticipated in the area. A FWD, AWD, or 4WD vehicle is best for these conditions - as driveways and roadways may have some snow cover and not all cover is able to be plowed.

There is an exterior camera located on the property for security.

We encourage all of our guests to purchase travel insurance for unforeseen circumstances and cancellations. 3/15/24 - Trail Advisory: The Falls Trail system is now fully open for the season!

Property manager

Jessica
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Mountain view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
No smoking/vaping/e-cigs allowed within the home.
A $25 fee will be charged for returning items that
Refunds will not be issued for early departures/late arrivals.
No smoking/vaping/e-cigs allowed within the home anytime.

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 area

Benton

Located in Benton, this cabin is in a rural area and on a lake. Eagles Mere Historic Village and Columbia County Historical Society are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Benton Farmers' Market and Lycoming Mall. Olde Barn Centre and Sullivan County Fairground are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and cave exploring.
Map
Benton, PA

What's nearby

  • Ricketts Glen State Park - 16 min drive
  • Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania - 38 min drive
  • Bloomsburg Fairground - 38 min drive
  • Worlds End State Park - 41 min drive
  • Knoebels Amusement Resort - 55 min drive

Getting around

  • Williamsport, PA (IPT-Williamsport Regional) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • Jamison City Hotel - 13 min drive
  • Robin's Cozy Nest - 6 min drive
  • Country View Restaurant - 2 min drive
  • The Inn Under - 12 min drive
  • Brass Pelican Restaurant - 12 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Getaway
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay- it is a lovely cabin
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashlyn F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint, cozy, perfection!
This cabin was the perfect spot for an anniversary trip! Relax in the cabin away from hustle and bustle, enjoy nature, hike near by, or head into town for antique shopping! The cabin was tastefully decorated ,well kept, had a welcoming atmosphere and very clean! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

LouAnn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cabin weekend retreat
Cozy weekend. The gas fireplace made the cabin special and we didn't have to haul any wood! Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fabrizio M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
If you want to get away from everything and enjoy nature, this cabin is a great place. The interior was beautiful and had everything we needed. The owner was very hospitable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serenity
The title says it all.cabin is in a secluded ,peaceful area. Sitting outside or inside by the fire.. just what i needed to unwind. Cabin is beautiful and owners have everything you need. So clean and close to hiking and center of town, but also..away from it all
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jessica

Host profile image
Hi!
We are Jessica & Doug.
I (Jess) grew up right down the road from Ricketts Glen State Park - working at Lake Jean as a lifeguard through high school and college. I did not realize how lucky I was living so close to this little gem in PA! Once I moved away for work - I missed the area, the quiet, and the people. Once we bought a cabin to spend the weekends, we wanted to share it with others when we were not using it. We love to share the local area and great little places tucked away in Northeast PA!

Why they chose this property

This property is a beauty! Gorgeous hand hewn beams create the basis for the 1964 cabin.

Languages:

English

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