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Cozy Mountaintop Retreat

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A wooden deck with a beige umbrella, wicker furniture, and hanging flower baskets.
A wooden interior with a sloped ceiling, a window, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A cozy cabin interior with a fireplace, wooden floors, a sofa, and a dining area.
A wooden cabin interior with a lofted sleeping area, a fireplace, and a kitchen with a microwave.
A wooden cabin with a green roof, surrounded by dense forest and overlooking a valley.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area
Tucked in the mountains, this 2-bedroom cabin accommodates 4 guests and features 1 bathroom. It welcomes pets and offers adventure activities like game walks, kayaking, hiking, and biking. Nearby attractions include Clear Shade Wild Area and Mark Mock Memorial Park.

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Explore the area

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New Paris, PA
  • Place, Clear Shade Wild Area
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Shawnee State Park
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Coral Caverns
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Airport, Johnstown, PA (JST-John Murtha Johnstown - Cambria County)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

Loft

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden

About this property

Cozy Mountaintop Retreat

Stay in a cozy log cabin located on Shaffer Mountain, a perfect retreat from a busy life. In Bedford County this is located on a flyway for migrating birds. The Allegheny Plateau Audubon Society (APAS) has a Hawkwatch site nearby that is open to visitors during migration

The cabin has an open plan downstairs with a great room, kitchen and view of Bedford County plus a quiet bedroom with a full bed; a small loft has twin beds.

The kitchen includes a stove, microwave plus dishes and cookware.
There is a small sofa and fireplace in main room as well as a bathroom with shower on the main floor. Internet with Netflix and Youtube TV is available. (streaming can be touchy with the remote location)

This location is close to the town of Bedford, local antique shops, the Allegheny Front Hawkwatch as noted and miles of hiking trails. There is also a fire pit at the cabin for relaxing in the evening
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 10
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Please leash your dog when you are walking.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2127059vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

New Paris

Located in New Paris, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Arcadia Theater and Old Log Church are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Northwinds Peninsula Golf Club and Northwinds Golf Course. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby kayaking, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours.
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New Paris, PA

What's nearby

  • Clear Shade Wild Area - 16 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Shawnee State Park - 21 min drive - 19.1 km
  • Coral Caverns - 30 min drive - 29.2 km
  • The Historic Lincoln Highway - 30 min drive - 31.7 km
  • University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown - 36 min drive - 27.2 km

Getting around

  • Johnstown Station - 55 min drive
  • Johnstown, PA (JST-John Murtha Johnstown - Cambria County) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fox's Pizza Den - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Ed's O's - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Lion's Den Coffee Shop - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪VFW Post 9219 - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Central City Shade Mem Post 7457 - ‬27 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Mountaintop Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Cozy Mountaintop Retreat?

As of 23 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy Mountaintop Retreat on 16 May 2027 start from £419, 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 at Cozy Mountaintop Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Mountaintop Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Mountaintop Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Mountaintop Retreat located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 9 miles (15 km) of Clear Shade Wild Area, Iron Horse Sports Complex and Mark Mock Memorial Park. Babcock State Forest and Arcadia Theater are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 97 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well kept cabin with a great view. If you want to get away and relax with no distractions this makes for an excellent vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2026
Thank You Lori. I appreciate your kind words as well as the ones you wrote in the book at the cabin. Can I ask why you left an 8/10. I appreciate the feedback.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing cabin and view! Having breakfast, lunch, and dinner on the porch is very relaxing. Definitely the best place to unwind with your favorite people, and for those who need a little activity, there are great hikes and kayaking/swimming in the state parks!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2026
Thanks so much for the kind review. Glad you enjoyed!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Attentive host. The view is incredible- pics don’t do it justice.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time, peace and quiet with fresh air. The roads leading to the cabin are steep so make sure you check your brake pads because you will need them. This is a lovely place to get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul 2026
What a beautiful picture. Thank You so much for sharing!!! I am glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you decide to return.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin was AMAZING! The view was spectacular! My husband ands I have been to cabins or entire life and this was one of our all time favorites!!! The cabin itself was perfect for a small family. We will most definitely be back to this location!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul 2026
Wow, your pictures are amazing. Thanks so much for sharing. I really appreciate your kind review and I hope you decide to return sometime!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweetest, coziest, cleanest little cabin we ever stayed at. The birdwatching during spring migration was spectacular with Indigo Buntings and Warblers galore. Will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul 2026
Thank You so much Shirley. It really is a special place. I love your Indigo Bunting picture. Thanks for sharing and hope you are able to come back sometime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed your cabin very much … We did have to be careful with fog on the single track roads but really just focused on the challenge …. All Good …. God bless …. Jack / Tina
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul 2026
So glad you enjoyed the cabin. Even in the foggiest of days, it is still a super special place.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view the Cozy Mountaintop Retreat is beautiful. Our stay was peaceful and restful and we had all we needed. Kim is a wonderful host!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second stay and we just love it!! Peaceful, quiet and the views are wonderful! Lots to do in the area and some great restaurants!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept 2025
Thanks so much Rick. I appreciate that very much.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
By far one of the most enjoyable and picturesque. The owner was responsive, the cabin relaxing and the view incredible.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Nov 2025
Thank You so Much. I really appreciate it!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to get away if you want peace and quiet with nature and a great view
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept 2025
So Glad you enjoyed your stay. Hope you are able to come back sometime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was very private and quiet. Everything about the cabin was superb. The cabin, the furnishings totally reflected the spirit of the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Oct 2025
Thank You so much for your kind review and for taking such good care of it. I hope you are able to come back in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice view

we loved our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful cabin

My husband and I enjoyed our stay, it was the perfect little get away. We loved the views!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul 2023
So glad to hear. Thank You.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was great and the view was even better. Everything was excellent from the helpful directions to get there, to the fire pit and well stocked fire starting supplies, and to the kitchen supplies given we did a lot of cooking during our stay. Dog friendly too and my dog loved sitting on the deck and taking in the sights and smells! Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Stay

This was our second time at the property, and we loved it yet again. The views are beautiful and just what we needed to relax from our busy schedules.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

The cabin is very nice with an amazing view. Very quiet and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2024
Glad you enjoyed your stay! Thank You for the 5 star review. I appreciate it very much.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a wonderful place to stay for a long weekend away!! The view was amazing! The home has everything you would need. Such a plus to bring our dog as well. We explored three national parks all within close distance. Definitely recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Nov 2025
Thanks so much Lisa. I appreciate it and how neat that you visited 3 parks. Love it!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful View

Very comfortable and well-situated property. Property has a wonderful view.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun 2025
Sorry for the late response, but I really appreciate your review, and I am glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Cabin

We had a great time
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug 2023
I'm glad you had a great time! Thanks for the 5 star review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful view

We like the cabin the use was amazing. Very very happy with our stay. We will be going back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun 2025
Thanks so much Carter. Glad you enjoyed it and I appreciate the kind review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very relaxing! Everything as described. Cozy, comfortable, with fantastic views.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept 2025
Thanks so much Linda. I appreciate your kind response.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous views from a wonderful cabin! We enjoyed hiking in the mornings followed by relaxing afternoons on the back porch. Plentiful shade in the afternoons and evenings as well as cool mountain temps and breezes.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2025
Thanks so much for the kind review. I'm really glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you can return again sometime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Visually stunning!

The view was awesome, the cabin lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2023
Thank You very much for the 5 star review. We hope you are able to come visit again sometime and are glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is my third stay here. It is a bit scary coming home late by myself, but worth it. I love it here. My dog Maxx was with me and we had a blast.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Nov 2025
Glad you enjoyed your stay Patricia. I can definately understand being a little scared coming in by yourself. It is really dark up there on the mountain and I give you a lot of credit. Thanks for the nice review.

About the host

Hosted by Kim Moore

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My name is Kim, and I am a high school principal. I enjoy spending my free time with my family and pets. My husband Bo, is a musician, professor and radio personality. I have 2 children, Tucker and Sally. We also have 3 dogs- Rosie, Ivy and Vanna and 2 cats, Jennifer and Carlos. Vanna, our Golden Retriever is actually a Facility Service Dog. She goes to work with me every day and spends the day with our students.

I grew up spending time on my parents farm which really promoted my love of nature. My parents started the Allegheny chapter of the Audubon Society and the Allegheny Front Hawk watch, which is open to visitors and about 1/2 hour from the cabin. I consider the cabin a perfect mixture of the farm and the hawk watch, and it is a very special place.
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