A rare find - enjoy convenient access to fitness facilities during your stay.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Hot tub on site
Balcony
On-site fitness centre
Pet-friendly
Air-conditioning
Internet
Explore the area
State College, PA
Pennsylvania State University
Place, Pennsylvania State University
8 min drive
Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania
Place, Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania
8 min drive
Beaver Stadium
Place, Beaver Stadium
14 min drive
State College, PA (SCE-University Park)
Airport, State College, PA (SCE-University Park)
17 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Double Beds
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
About this property
The Fairy Tale House - Minutes to PSU & Downtown - HOT TUB & FENCED IN YARD!!
Welcome to The Fairy Tale House, one of the most recognizable and charming homes in the State College area. Known by locals as The Fairy Tale House, this storybook stone cottage combines timeless character with comfortable spaces and a location that is hard to beat.
The home is minutes from Penn State, Beaver Stadium, downtown State College, shopping, restaurants, the YMCA, and Crunch Fitness. It sits directly along West Whitehall Road / University Drive Extension for easy access, while the 2+ acre wooded lot gives the property a tucked-away feel with no direct neighbors.
The home features three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, making it a great fit for families, football weekends, alumni gatherings, visiting professionals, or anyone looking for a unique place to stay near Penn State.
Inside, you will find a comfortable living room, dedicated dining room, full kitchen, finished basement, washer and dryer, and inviting spaces throughout. The stone exterior, charming architecture, and mature landscaping create a setting that feels like something straight out of a storybook.
Sleeping Arrangements Primary Bedroom: King bed Second Upstairs Bedroom: King bed Finished Basement Bedroom: Two full beds
Bathrooms Full bathroom on the second floor Full bathroom in the finished basement
Property Features 2+ acre wooded lot with a secluded feel Finished basement Washer and dryer Dedicated dining room Charming stone cottage architecture Family-friendly outdoor space Convenient access to Penn State and downtown State College
A small piece of Penn State history sits right at the front door. Local lore says The Fairy Tale House was once connected to Charles Z. Klauder, the architect behind Penn State's current Old Main, completed in 1930. When the marble steps for Old Main were ordered, the story goes that one extra step arrived. Rather than let it go unused, the architect placed it at the entrance of this storybook stone cottage. So when you step onto the front porch, you may be standing on the last step of Old Main itself.
Whether you are visiting for a football weekend, graduation, a tournament, or simply looking for a memorable getaway, The Fairy Tale House offers a unique combination of charm, comfort, and convenience that few properties can match. We look forward to hosting you and helping you create your own fairy tale memories.
For guest safety and property security, exterior security cameras are located around the perimeter of the home, including each corner and the entry doors. There are no cameras inside the home.
Absolutely no smoking is permitted anywhere on the property. This includes all indoor areas, outdoor areas, porches, patios, decks, driveways, yards, and parking areas. This policy applies to cigarettes, cigars, pipes, vaping devices, marijuana, and any other smoking products. If you smoke, please do not book this property. Any evidence of smoking, including but not limited to smoke odors, cigarette butts, ashes, vaping residue, or other smoking-related debris, will result in a minimum $500 additional cleaning and deodorization fee. Additional charges may apply if professional remediation is required.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please put all used sheets in the wash and start it. If you can fit towels as well, please put them in the wash as well.
Please turn the hot tub back down to 100.
Please put trash in the can by the road. Please put anything back that was moved, used.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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Property # 5304715vb
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.
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
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
State College
State College is home to this holiday home. Boal Mansion Museum and American Philatelic Center are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Millbrook Marsh Nature Center and Stone Valley Forest. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Bryce Jordan Center or Beaver Stadium.
Pennsylvania State University - 8 min drive - 3.9 km
Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania - 8 min drive - 3.9 km
Bryce Jordan Center - 13 min drive - 6.0 km
Beaver Stadium - 14 min drive - 6.3 km
Penn State University's Blue and White Golf Courses - 15 min drive - 6.0 km
Getting around
State College, PA (SCE-University Park) - 22 min drive
Restaurants
Fatoum Bistro - 18 min walk
KFC - 2 min drive
Plaza Mexican Bar & Grill - 18 min walk
Uni-Mart - 13 min walk
Wings Over Happy Valley - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The Fairy Tale House - Minutes to PSU & Downtown - HOT TUB & FENCED IN YARD!! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).
How much is parking at The Fairy Tale House - Minutes to PSU & Downtown - HOT TUB & FENCED IN YARD!!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Fairy Tale House - Minutes to PSU & Downtown - HOT TUB & FENCED IN YARD!!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Fairy Tale House - Minutes to PSU & Downtown - HOT TUB & FENCED IN YARD!!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Fairy Tale House - Minutes to PSU & Downtown - HOT TUB & FENCED IN YARD!! located?
Situated in State College, this holiday home is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Pennsylvania State University. What-A-Blast Extreme Laser Tag and Palmer Museum of Art are also within 3 miles (5 km).