Located in Belle Vernon, this holiday home is in a rural area and next to a golf course. Grand Theater and Abel Colley Tavern and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include 5th Street Steps and Nemacolin Castle. Travelling with kids? Consider Critter Country Animal Farm, or check out an event or a game at Redstone Field. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
California University of Pennsylvania - 12 min drive - 13.9 km
Getting around
Connellsville Station - 32 min drive
Latrobe, PA (LBE-Arnold Palmer Regional) - 40 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 18 min walk
Starbucks - 2 min drive
Foster House II - 4 min drive
Taco Bell - 19 min walk
Wendy's - 18 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Step Back Into Your Childhood at The Good Ol’ Days House pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Step Back Into Your Childhood at The Good Ol’ Days House?
As of 5 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Step Back Into Your Childhood at The Good Ol’ Days House on 11 Jan 2027 start from £366, 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 Step Back Into Your Childhood at The Good Ol’ Days House?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Step Back Into Your Childhood at The Good Ol’ Days House?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Step Back Into Your Childhood at The Good Ol’ Days House?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Step Back Into Your Childhood at The Good Ol’ Days House located?
Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of 5th Street Steps, Cedar Creek Park, and Cedarbrook Golf Course. Critter Country Animal Farm and John DiVirgilio Sports Complex are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had such a great time at this house! I can see why so many return to visit again. We spent hours just looking at the details in very room that were thoughtfully crafted for a nostalgic experience. I would love to visit again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Oct 2026
Such a pleasure hosting Stephen and his family at The Good Ol' Days House! Wonderful guests with excellent communication. So happy the kiddos enjoyed our nostalgic candy treats! We love making memories that bring back folks back to the Good Ol' Days! Always welcome back:)
Amazing and fun! Comfortable rooms and excellent spaces for connecting with family and friends. Decor from several decades to amuse everyone, plus games, pinball, video games, records, movies and more! The hosts are so nice. They met us for a short tour of the house and communicated through the app promptly. They even left a treat of donuts, candy, and a spaghetti dinner if we did not arrive already prepared. This home is special, and cared for with all the special touches. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept 2026
Cecilia and her guests were wonderful! They were friendly, respectful, and took great care of our home. It was such a pleasure meeting them and showing them around. We truly appreciate guests who enjoy all the little nostalgic touches we’ve put into the house. We would gladly welcome Cecilia and her group back anytime! Highly recommend!
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Lara
21 May 2026
Liked: Location
Staying in this house is its own experience. My friend and I enjoyed everything about the good old days’s house and already planned on coming back for a long weekend. Melanie has put so much love and care into this house and to share it with everyone is such a special thing.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept 2026
Thank you so much for such a beautiful review! It truly means a lot to me that you could feel the love and care that has gone into the Good Ol’ Days House. I’m so happy you both enjoyed your stay, and I absolutely love hearing that you’re already planning a return visit. We’ll be thrilled to welcome you back for that long weekend!
The kitchen was small but very functional. We were able to make our Gram's traditional pizza on her old Ovenex pans. it was a lot of fun looking around at the reminders of the "Good Old Days" while we got ready for my husband's 59th.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr 2026
What a joy it was to host them. We spent nearly an hour visiting at check-in, and I loved hearing about their family stories and memories of growing up. They were thoughtful, warm, and genuinely appreciated the spirit of the house. Guests like this make hosting so rewarding, and I would happily welcome them back anytime.
We really enjoyed stepping back in time. We will be back for future visits.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Dec 2024
David and his family were wonderful guests, and we are delighted to know they enjoyed the trip down memory lane. We can't wait for their return for a future visit back in time.
Fun house, with lots of very cool things to see or do. Beds were very comfortable. Hosts made us feel welcome. We would stay here again when in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jun 2023
Thank you for taking the time to review your stay. We loved having you and hope you will return in the future!
We had the most wonderful time at the Good Ol’Days house! It’s such an amazing home that transports you back in time with its incredible collection of decor and furniture from the years past. You could spend 2 days looking at the amazing display of everything in all of the rooms! It truly is an amazing home and so beautiful. The bed was so comfortable as was all of the other furniture inside and out. We enjoyed porch watching and the bunnies and birds everywhere enjoying spring weather. The welcome sign and treats and pasta dinner offered was such a special warm touch as well. This home has everything you need and more for a comfortable and fun stay and experience! We cannot wait to come back and stay again! Thank you for your warm hospitality and we just loved it here. Just what the heart and soul needed!
Our family came upon this fun place while looking for a place for our graduate. This was such a fun environment and our family enjoyed the walk down memory lane while making new memories together. Melanie is a wonderful host with all the kindest details to make you feel welcome!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 May 2023
Thank you for choosing our Good Ol' Days House for your special family college graduation celebration. You were the perfect guests and we are are happy that you were pleased during your stay. Look forward to hosting you in the future.
So much fun!! Highly recommend and will be returning. Host was awesome and the house was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct 2021
Sarah and her guests were super and it was a pleasure to meet them and give them a tour of the house and to show them the memorabilia that was fun and way before their time. Hope they return in the future.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Richard P T.
18 Jun 2014
A truly unique experience & trip back to the past.
It's above the ho-hum of a traditional hotel stay. Plenty of things to do and see.
If you are into history or fads of the past it's the place for you. I look forward to staying there again sometime.
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2020
We are so glad you are not a ho-hum kind of a person! It was a pleasure to have you as our guest and we look forward to accommodating you again with a trip down memory lane!
Like staying in a museum of times past. Very wonderful! Melanie is a great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug 2020
Ben and his guests were so awesome and it was a pleasure to meet them and take them on a tour. I love when guests share their own family stories and how it relates to my unique family home. I hope they return in the future for another blast to the past.
We had an amazing time stepping back in time. We will definitely be back!
Melanie was an amazing host and went out of her way to make our stay special. We had a small gathering for a co-ed baby shower for our family who live in the valley. Our family enjoyed the property as well! We enjoyed the pin ball machine, record player and the themed bedrooms the most!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Oct 2022
Denise and her family were great guests during their stay. They took great care of the home as if it were there own and we were happy to have them stay.
You walk into this home and feel like you stepped into a time machine. Our group had so much fun. It was very comfortable and clean. Thank you so much for hosting us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 May 2023
Thank you for staying with us and also for taking the time to review your stay! Nothing pleases me more than to hear our guests had a great time and lots of fun. Hope you will return in the future.
Melanie is an amazing host! I love this place! So much like going back in time. It is authentic rather than gimmicky. I can’t say enough good things. We stayed when it was decorated for Christmas but I’d love to see it as normal too. All the detail was so well executed. And it smelled like my grandmas house! This house made me feel happy, secure, loved, and hugged. Book without hesitation.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jan 2026
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These guests were an absolute pleasure to host. They were warm, respectful, and took wonderful care of the home during their Christmas stay. Communication was easy, and they treated the house with genuine appreciation and care.
It was especially enjoyable meeting them in person and sharing stories about our mutual love of authentic, well-lived-in retro homes. They clearly value nostalgia and character, and it showed in how thoughtfully they respected the space.
I would gladly welcome them back anytime and highly recommend them to other hosts without hesitation.
We thoroughly enjoyed staying at the "Good Ole Days" house. A memory at every turn and it was so cozy and warm. A great way to spend Thanksgiving week with family. Melanie was a wonderful host and very responsive to our questions. Highly recommend staying here for an unique and memorable experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar 2024
It was a pleasure to host you and your family for Thanksgiving and appreciate you choosing our unique home for this special family gathering. Nothing pleases me more than to have guests enjoy their experiences here and that they will be memories they will keep forever. Would love to have you return in the future for another trip down memory lane.
Wonderful hostess, and a very interesting home.. You’ll have a blast down in the basement with the games and the seating in the fullscreen TV. There are reminiscence of a different time throughout the home. Who does
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2025
Hosting Barbara and Billy was a genuine pleasure. From the memorable check-in to their enjoyment of the nostalgic items and in particular the gameroom, their stay was filled with positive moments. We are committed to excellent service and hope we ensured a smooth and happy visit, and we’d be thrilled to welcome them back anytime in the future for another trip down memory lane.
The host was extremely nice. Responded quickly to any communication. The house was fun. Filled with all sorts of nostalgic things to look at and play with. The house was clean and well organized. Thanks so much for a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Dec 2020
So happy to host your beautiful family for your Retro Thanksgiving Getaway. Hope you will join us again for another blast to the past.
As soon as we walked in this home brought us back to our childhood! Melanie was not only a great host she went above and beyond. Such a nice family. When we return we know where we’ll be staying! At the “Time Machine” home.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Dec 2024
I truly enjoyed hosting Batheia and her family during their stay. They were fantastic guests, friendly and appreciative. It was heartwarming to see them reconnect with their childhood memories, which added a special touch to their visit. I would be delighted to welcome them back anytime in the future.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Jeannine D.
29 Dec 2015
Good Ol ' Days
Great experience!! We will stay again. Took us back in time. Many memories from the pinball machine to the pac man game. Melanie was a great hostess. Thanks!!
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2020
It was a pleasure to have you and your family and so glad you felt this was your home away from home for the Christmas holiday. You sure filled the homse with laughter, memories and great food using several homemade recipes in the kitchen. Wouldn't mind if a few leftovers were left in the 'fridge'. Thank you for staying at The Good Ol' Days House and hope you will return in the future to go back to the past!
Verified review
8/10 Good
Andy C.
1 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Check-in
I was expecting a lot of vintage memorabilia, however what you dont see in the pictures is the large amount of religious items. I'm used to people having a few things of that nature but this was enough to make us a little uncomfortable, as we aren't catholic. Otherwise the place was clean and the kids had fun with the game room. Hosts were hospitable and communicated well.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Nov 2025
Thank you, Andy, for your thoughtful review and for being such wonderful guests! I’m delighted your family enjoyed the stay, found the home clean and comfortable, and had fun in the game room — it’s always a hit with guests of all ages—and especially cherished your daughter’s sweet note about loving the house and the retro telephones.
This home has been in my family since 1949 and was my grandparents’ house, so many of the vintage and faith-inspired pieces reflect that era’s real-life charm. It’s all part of the nostalgic “step back in time” experience that so many of our guests have loved since 2009.
We truly appreciate your feedback and are so glad you enjoyed your visit — we’d love to welcome you back anytime for another trip down memory lane at The Good Ol’ Days House!
Warm regards,
Melanie
...and then some. My family and I had such a memorable stay. Every inch of the home was packed with the sights, sounds and smells of our childhood. The house is cozy, comfortable and immaculate. One note: there is only one ac unit but plenty of fans were provided. Melanie is a very gracious host and accessible. The location was perfect for our weekend activities but honestly the best times were spent in the house, taking it all in and hours on chatting on the porch. We will definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Oct 2025
Hi Maria, what a joy it was to host your family at The Good Ol’ Days House! I’m so glad the sights, sounds, and little nostalgic touches brought back happy memories—and that the porch chats hit the spot. Thank you for noting the single A/C unit; we do keep plenty of fans on hand and I appreciate you mentioning it for future guests. You were wonderful, respectful guests and are welcome back anytime. Until next time—God bless the U.S.A. and those front-porch conversations! 💛
This is by far the best VRBO experience ever! We celebrated my mom's 79th birthday as well as visiting my son who plays for the Cal football team. Walking around the house brought back so many memories! The communications from the owner were outstanding and in fact were typically responded in less than an hour. The house was extremely clean and the decorations left no detail behind. My son enjoyed the pinball machine and the arcade games and as a family we just enjoyed sitting in the living room talking. The beds were extremely comfortable. We will be staying here again for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Dec 2024
We thoroughly enjoyed meeting and hosting Robert's family as they arrived for their Cal U Football weekend to watch their son play for the mighty Vulcans! They were friendly and great guests, and we truly appreciated having them with us. We hope they will return for future football weekends at Cal U.