Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Mountain Retreat ★ HEATED POOL ★ Amazing Views!
★ NEW!! ★ Heated SALTWATER POOL open May through September.
Welcome to "Mountain View Retreat," a gorgeous contemporary home perched high on a wooded hillside with incredible birds-eye views of the Susquehanna River and the city of Harrisburg!
This spacious WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE home features 6 bedrooms (all with king size beds!) plus an office/sitting room with a sleeper sofa, and a gorgeous sunny library with a sleeper sofa. Three gas fireplaces add a cozy touch to the main living room, the luxurious master suite, as well as the basement family room.
Welcome to the home with perhaps the best view in central PA! This is a very unique contemporary home designed by architect Fred Harle who believed a home could coexist with nature. This home is truly built into the mountain landscape with sleek roof lines to allow for air flow making the home energy efficient, and designed so that almost every room has a view! Beautiful stone fireplaces in the living room, master bedroom and the basement family room.
A beautiful spiral stairway going all the way from the basement to the second floor. Large kitchen with bamboo flooring, and tigerwood flooring in the living room and dining room. A huge 53’ deck with panoramic views that just never get old! A quiet secluded setting, yet all within a few miles from major highways, grocery stores and restaurants.
4 Wheel drive vehicles are recommended in wintertime for navigating our very steep driveway. We will do our best to keep the driveway safe and clear in the winter months. Please note that travel plans could be impacted if the driveway is deemed unsafe due to snow or ice.
✔︎ 10 minutes to Farm Show Complex ✔︎ 15 minutes to Downtown Harrisburg ✔︎ 22 minutes to Harrisburg Int Airport ✔︎ 27 minutes to Hershey Park ✔︎ 37 minutes to Ski Roundtop (you can see the snow covered peak from the house!)
INDOOR SPACE: • Large fully stocked kitchen on main floor, plus kitchenette in basement • Beautiful living room with cathedral ceiling and stone fireplace • Dining room with table that extends to seat 16+ • Basement family room with pool table and smart TV • Laundry room on main floor and in basement • Attached garage with space for 2 vehicles • 220V outlet in garage to charge electric vehicles
• Bedroom 1: Main level, king bed and sofa, master bath with soaking tub and stone shower • Bedroom 2: Second floor, king bed • Bedroom 3: Second floor, king bed (Jack & Jill bath is accessible from BR 2 and 3 • Bedroom 4: Basement, king bed and sleeper sofa, smart TV • Bedroom 5: Basement, king bed • Bedroom 6: Basement, king bed and twin bed • Full bath in basement accessible from hallway
Additional sleeping spaces: • Sleeper sofa in library • Sleeper sofa in first floor office/sitting room
OUTDOOR SPACE: • Large 53' deck with two Ginkgo Biloba trees growing up though the deck! • Pickleball court • Side deck with propane grill • Hot tub • Fire pit area • Basketball net
Please note that there are multiple security cameras monitoring the exterior.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Pets not allowed on any furniture or carpeted area
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Must be at least 25 years old to make a reservation
Please note that no additional guests are allowed without prior permission
No loud music, parties or events without permission
No ATVs, guns, or fireworks
No smoking, vaping, use of illegal drugs, or other similar activities
Our goal is to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for every guest staying at our property! We look forward to hosting you! 😊
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
Harrisburg
Located in Harrisburg, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Bumble Bee Driving Range and Appalachian Brewing Company are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Shoppes at Susquehanna Marketplace and Broad Street Market. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex or Giant Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex - 7 min drive - 7.3 km
Pennsylvania State Capitol - 13 min drive - 10.8 km
Hersheypark - 24 min drive - 31.9 km
Getting around
Harrisburg Transportation Center - 12 min drive
Harrisburg, PA (HAR-Capital City) - 18 min drive
Restaurants
Wawa - 9 min drive
Starbucks - 7 min drive
Beer Garden & Eatery - 7 min drive
McDonald's - 5 min drive
Dunkin’ - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Mountain Retreat ★ HEATED POOL ★ Amazing Views! have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Mountain Retreat ★ HEATED POOL ★ Amazing Views!?
As of 27 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mountain Retreat ★ HEATED POOL ★ Amazing Views! on 3 Apr 2026 start from £522, 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.
Is Mountain Retreat ★ HEATED POOL ★ Amazing Views! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.
How much is parking at Mountain Retreat ★ HEATED POOL ★ Amazing Views!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Mountain Retreat ★ HEATED POOL ★ Amazing Views!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Mountain Retreat ★ HEATED POOL ★ Amazing Views!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Mountain Retreat ★ HEATED POOL ★ Amazing Views! located?
This family-friendly Harrisburg holiday home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Wildwood Park, Rockville Bridge and Fort Hunter Mansion and Park. State Museum of Pennsylvania and Harrisburg Midtown Arts Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This place matches the description excatly. The views are breath taking. Jake was amazing host. When we arrived, all the lights were on the heat was at the perfect temperature and we even had a Christmas tree set up and a poinsettia on the dining room table. My family felt like this was Home..We will definitely be going here again!
Donna B.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Dec 2025
Thank you for your very kind words! I'm so happy you had a great stay. We hope to host you again!!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer
27 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful and pristine home with great views! Luxurious setting for an extended family/friend group trip
The house and amenities were exactly as described. Jake was a very attentive and professional host to our group of 14. Highly recommend for family gathering wanting location close to Hershey Park.
Deborah E.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct 2025
Thank you for your kind words! I appreciate your group, and I'm so glad you got to experience & enjoy this property!
We have stayed at this house a couple of times - we love it!! The kitchen is well equipped and there are several cozy nooks to read and relax in. Love the hot tub and the pickleball court and basketball and pool table. We cooked, relaxed and sat around the campfire. All around great family weekend. Jake the host is very friendly and responsive.
Catherine R.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Nov 2025
Thanks so much for the very kind words! I’m really glad you and your family had another great stay and got to enjoy everything this property has to offer. Always a pleasure hosting you — hope to have you back again soon!
Our family had a wonderful stay at this house. Jake was very friendly and helpful, the pool is really nice, the house had plenty of room for our big family to spread out, the kitchen was well stocked with cooking tools. The location is very secluded and quiet but also a short drive to the city. We would definitely stay here again.
Benjamin S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul 2025
Thank you for the very nice review! You were great guests, and I hope you can come again!!
We had a great long weekend at the house! We all enjoyed the pool, the fire pit, the view and the beautiful house. The home was equipped with everything we needed and things we didn’t think we did like bug spray! This was the perfect meeting spot for our family from the Pittsburgh area and CT.
Diane T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul 2025
Thanks so much for the great review! I'm so glad the house worked out well for your family gathering—it’s awesome to hear you enjoyed the pool, fire pit, and that incredible view. We'd love to host you all again anytime!
The home was beautiful, and the host was exceptionally nice, thoughtful, and responsive. We stayed with a group of adults and children under 10, and everyone had a fantastic time thanks to the excellent accommodations.
Matthew D.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jun 2024
Thank you for the kind words. I'm so happy that you all had a wonderful stay! Thanks for being great guests!
Plenty of room for our group of twelve. The kitchen was wonderful, we cooked delicious meals every night. Also love the many spaces and nooks to hang out and enjoyed to hot tub and fire pit
Meghan R.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2023
Thank you for submitting a review! We are so glad you got to enjoy this place for the weekend! It's great to hear that you made good use of the kitchen, and all the nooks and spaces to hang out!
Thanks for being great guests!
Beautiful house with plenty of room for big family. Nice view of Susquehanna River. Enjoyed nightly family gathering at fire pit.
David M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2024
Thanks for writing a review! Glad you had a great stay. That view is a highlight for almost everyone!! And yes, summer evenings around the fire pit are one of my favorites!!
This house is spectacular from the cleanliness of the house to the amazing views. The pool and hot tub are added bonuses! Jake was an amazing host and had everything you need from linens to dish soap!
Lisa M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2023
Thank you for the kind words. I'm so glad you all got to enjoy some time together at this property! Thanks for being wonderful guests!
We had a wonderful time at this property! We stayed over the 4th of July and had a wonderful time watching the fireworks from the comfort of the house. It's a lovely property with wonderful views, lots of nature and a great pool. All of this with the comforts of home and close to so many sights.
Jake was a wonderful host as well - friendly and made sure we had everything we needed.
Susan R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul 2024
Thank you Susan! Watching fireworks from this home is just pretty amazing, isn't it!?!
I'm so glad you had a wonderful stay! Thanks for being amazing guests!!
The house was great. We had a group of family members (11 in all) coming in from various parts of the North East to attend a wedding in the area. The house was large enough, and spread out, so we never felt crowded.The amenities were great and we got to use the pool, the barbeque, had s'mores by the firepit one evening, and a couple of Pickle Ball matches.Everything was well documented in the welcome instructions and Jake, the owner, was very responsive to any messages I sent.
Mike N.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jun 2025
Thank you for writing a review! I’m so glad you got to enjoy this place while you were in town for the wedding. Hope to host you again sometime!!
The house was absolutely amazing! It had everything that we needed. The location was centrally located to all the places we wanted to go to. We enjoyed the basketball court! Our family will be back for sure!!!
Karen R.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2023
Thanks for writing a review! I'm so glad you had a great stay, and it's a great honor to have provided this space for a 90th birthday celebration!!
Thanks for being wonderful guests, and we will certainly be happy to welcome you back!
We had a great long weekend at the property. It had all of the furnishings and then some. It is a beautiful location and a unique, fun, and well maintained home. I definitely recommend!
Dean B.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2023
Thank you for submitting a review! I'm glad you got to enjoy a lovely weekend at this property with your group!
This was an amazing stay with great friends. The home is even better in person and fully stocked. My friends and I had an incredible time. Jake was very attentive and responded quickly to any questions that I had. I am glad I chose this property.
Juan S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2023
Thank you for choosing our property, and thank you for writing a review! We are always grateful to know that our guests enjoyed their time here. We love spending time at this home as well, and it is truly a pleasure to share it with great guests like your group that appreciate it!
We enjoyed our time together with family in this beautiful house. My niece had a destination wedding in this area, and this home made it possible for the family to relax, and make memories that we will not for. This home has a beautiful view.
Jodi B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2023
Thanks for writing a review! I'm glad you got to enjoy this special place with your family while you were in the area for a wedding. Thanks for being great guests!!
We had an amazing stay in this beautiful home, with friends celebrating my wife and my 40th birthdays this year. The pool and hot tub are perfect. Jake was incredibly welcoming and responsive, and we would definitely recommend this to anyone with a larger group. There is also a photo album of the history of the home in the library, which is an excellent easter egg to flip through.
Gabriel H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2024
I'm so glad you got to experience this home to celebrate your 40th birthdays!! Thanks for choosing our property!
Our family stayed here so we could attend the classic car show in Hershey. It was the perfect house for us. The view was amazing! We used every amenity this house had to offer, from the hot tub to pool, to games and campfires. We made some great memories we will have forever!
Teri P.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2023
Thank you for writing a review! We are always so happy to hear that our guests enjoy this place! We love to spend time at this property as well, and it is a great privilege to share it with great folks like your group!
I have been a real estate investor for a number of years. Providing a beautiful and safe property for guests has become on of my favorite things to do!! And I love to travel, see new places, and make new friends!
I always love chatting about short term rentals, so feel free to reach out if want to chat!
Why they chose this property
This is a lovely private setting, but just a few minutes off the highway for super easy access.
What makes this property unique
This property has an incredible view that is hard to describe. You really need to see it to believe it!
One of my favorite things to do is enjoy the views and soak up the sun inside the huge south windows!
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