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Water Front Cottage Pine Creek Rail Trail Pennsylvania's 2026 Trail of the year!

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A covered patio with two metal chairs and a small table, overlooking a pond and lush greenery.
A room with a white door leading to a garden, a bookshelf filled with books and framed photos, and a blue patterned rug on the floor.
A residential house with a well-maintained lawn and a driveway.
A bench and chair set up on a grassy area overlooking a river, surrounded by dense forest.
A compact room with a bed, a desk, and large windows.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Perched along the water, this cottage features 4 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, accommodating 6 guests. Enjoy activities like mountain biking, swimming, and hiking in the surrounding area. Outdoor spaces include a deck, porch, and patio, while nearby attractions include Pine Creek Rail Trail and Cummings Township Park.

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Jersey Shore, PA
  • Place, Pine Creek Rail Trail
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Cummings Township Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Little Pine State Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Williamsport, PA (IPT-Williamsport Regional)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Water Front Cottage Pine Creek Rail Trail Pennsylvania's 2026 Trail of the year!

BIG TREE COTTAGE ON PINE CREEK
*Scenic property borders both Pine Creek and the popular Rail Trail.
*Situated on 3.9 Acres!
*Only 21 miles to the Little League World Series stadium
*Only 46 miles to the Penn State Beaver Stadium!
*GREAT GET-A-WAY FOR EVERY SEASON
*SWIM, CANOE, KAYAK and FISH in this Renowned Fly-Fishing Class A Wild Trout Stream!
*HIKE, BIKE, CROSS-COUNTRY SKI ON THE FAMOUS RAIL TRAIL
EXPLORE PINE CREEK https://pawilds.com/
Popular with hikers and bicycle riders, the Pine Creek Rail Trail is a 62 mile converted railroad bed that travels along Pine Creek Gorge at the floor of the canyon. An article in USA Today named the Pine Creek Rail Trail one of "10 great places to take a bike tour" in the world. Local outfitters are available for equipment rentals and excursion information.
Bald Eagle Watching nearby on Little Pine Creek.
BIG TREE COTTAGE
*The great room has an easy to use gas fire stove.
*The spacious open floor plan throughout allows for the extra enjoyment and comfort for everyone.
*The kitchen and bar area are well-equipped with all the appliances and kitchen wares that you will need.
*A lovely large screened porch offers views of the beachfront.
*A second sun room/sleeping area that offers a different view and is great for quiet conversation and reading.
*There are 4 Bedrooms.
LARGE FIELD FOR FAMILY FUN AND SPORTS!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

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, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Torbert Village Rules are posted in cottage. Speed Limit on Torbert Lane is 5 mph. Watch for kid, Walkers, Cyclists.
If possible, we like to remove our shoes and boots upon entering cottage. Just our request if that works for you.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1581579vb
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

Jersey Shore

Located in Jersey Shore, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Little Pine State Park and Upper Pine Bottom State Park, while Heisey House Museum and Piper Aviation Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Journey Bank Ballpark at Historic Bowman Field or Howard J. Lamade Stadium. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.
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Jersey Shore, PA

What's nearby

  • Pine Creek Rail Trail - 8 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Cummings Township Park - 12 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Little Pine State Park - 13 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Lock Haven University - 19 min drive - 26.4 km
  • Pennsylvania College of Technology - 27 min drive - 35.5 km

Getting around

  • Williamsport, PA (IPT-Williamsport Regional) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Gamble Farm Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Santino's Italian Cuisine - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Water Front Cottage Pine Creek Rail Trail Pennsylvania's 2026 Trail of the year! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Water Front Cottage Pine Creek Rail Trail Pennsylvania's 2026 Trail of the year!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Water Front Cottage Pine Creek Rail Trail Pennsylvania's 2026 Trail of the year!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Water Front Cottage Pine Creek Rail Trail Pennsylvania's 2026 Trail of the year!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Water Front Cottage Pine Creek Rail Trail Pennsylvania's 2026 Trail of the year! located?

Situated on the beach, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Pine Creek Rail Trail, Cummings Township Park and Little Pine State Park. Upper Pine Bottom State Park and Little Pine Picnic Area are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay and a wonderful host.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug, 2026
Thanks Tim! It is a great little getaway our parents bought now over 30 years ago. Soo glad you could enjoy.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and surroundings. Loved having the creek and bike path so close. House has lake cottage feel, nothing fancy but suited our needs. The screened on porch was awesome!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2026
We are glad you could enjoy the creek, the porch and bike paths!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our partial week stay at Roxanne's cottage on Pine Creek. The house is comfortable with a lived in family vacation feeling. We especially enjoyed the fire pit with clear sky views, hammock in the shady yard and access to the creek.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug, 2026
Glad you enjoyed. It is a family cottage and though the cousins are grown they don't want us to change a thing! Lol
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place on pine Creek close to the pine Creek bike trail
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug, 2026
Thanks. Glad you enjoyed!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We spent almost all of our time either on the sun porch or down in the creek! The house has everything you need. It is very homey feeling with all of the family photos and history. We really enjoyed our stay and being present in the moment.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug, 2026
Thanks! It really is a nice escape without being remote. We truly love when others enjoy the cottage and surroundings.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was cozy with everything you need. A very quiet property in a private community. Best of both worlds - pine creek & rail trail!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May, 2026
Thank you for your nice review. I wished for you a little less rain though. I hope you can come again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful stay for a long weekend. Did hiking and biking. Very comfortable and peaceful home. Loved the back porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Apr, 2026
We are glad you enjoyed the cottage. Spring is a wonderful time on Pine Creek and the Rail Trail.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
First some positives. The creekside setting is very tranquil and pretty, and the property is a short walk away from the Pine Creek Rail Trail which offers some excellent hiking and biking opportunities. Also the master suite is very nice.Unfortunately, the master suite is the only true bedroom in the house. The house is advertised as having 4 bedrooms but it should actually say 4 beds. One “bedroom” is a single bed on a glass-enclosed side porch, and the double bed is on a screened in porch. Kids might find such arrangements to be fun, but most adults expect an actual room with privacy. The fourth bed - a queen- is a space that has been partitioned off with a foldable room divider that sits just outside of the master bedroom. As for privacy it is only slightly better than a porch. I would not call it a bedroom.As for the rest of the house, it is not being well maintained. For example there are spongy floorboards (flood damage?) and peeling paint throughout. The windows and barbecue grill haven’t been cleaned for a very long time, and you should plan to bring your own chairs. I do not enjoy leaving bad reviews, but those who gave perfect scores are not being helpful to the rest of us.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was exactly as shown and described.. We had a nice relaxing weekend getaway. Roxanne was very friendly and helpful. Finding the property and check in was very easy. The house has everything you could possibly need
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Apr, 2026
It's great for us when our guests feel the same joy we have as a family at the cottage. We cannot take credit for its peacefulness but the Creek and Rail Trail are great amenities for area residents and visitors. Thank you for your kind remarks.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Airconditioning did not reach upper and lower bedrooms. Upper bedroom had sliding doors to a porch. There was no blinds or curtains so people from the right property could see you if you were changing. You had to hide to change. Very inconvenient. Kitchen bathroom had alot of loose wallpaper/ wallboard. Floors in the bathroom had pieces sticking up.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Excellent view of Pine Creek.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jan, 2026
We lucked out with the nice swimming hole in front of the cottage as well. Thanks for staying.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view was absolutely stunning!! Got to watch 2 Eagles flying around, lots of squirrels everywhere and peace and quiet!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jan, 2026
So glad you could enjoy. Come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this very warm hearted home. We stayed here due to running a trail race nearby. It had everything we needed and were very comfortable. Would definitely stay again! The neighborhood is gorgeous and surrounding area was fun to explore.
My brother and I at our trail race. Looking forward to going back to our comfortable cottage after a long brutal race!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jan, 2026
Yes, please come back sometime to explore more. We loved having you as our guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Roxanne was a great host! Replied quickly when we had an issue and even came to the house to make sure we were taken care of. Cute place, comfortable with a beautiful view of the creek in the back. Had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar, 2026
Thanks for sharing including the photos!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The views from and around the cottage are amazing. The location is great as it is very close to the Pine Creek Rail Trail. And the creek in the back yard is charming. The bedroom and bathroom heating and comfort of the bed were very much appreciated.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Dec, 2025
It's a great time of year. Glad you enjoyed the surroundings and cottage warmth.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

A place to stay for fly fishing

Nice place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May, 2023
Than you. Glad you enjoyed!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome place

Awesome place!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul, 2024
Thank you. We are soo happy you enjoyed.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent getaway great location

Beautiful sunrise down by the lake very quiet location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Nov, 2024
Glad we could accomodate you during your special Lock Haven Univ. weekend!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Roxanne was a great host! The house had plenty of room for our five guests. Very nicely furnished and kitchen was well stocked. The two bathrooms were very convenient. Internet worked well and very nice having the tv. We would enjoy staying again at this house. Maybe next time a visit in the Summer would be nice. Thanks for a great visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jan, 2026
Thank you! Yes you will love a summer stay. We can open up availabilty for the cottage in the summer if you make a special request and family has not already reserved.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was one of the best place to stay.The house had everything we needed. We barely bought anything from the store.There are trails right outside the cottage.Will definitely come back in summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jan, 2026
Thank you. We like if our guests can easily settle in.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fishing trip

Nice house well stocked excellent location
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 May, 2025
We are happy that you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

Perfect Location for Penn State Football and also several breweries in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May, 2024
Glad you found us!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Three day stay

Overall had a good stay as location is the key here. We rode bike and enjoyed the creek by tube and kayak.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug, 2024
Glad you were able to spend time this summer by the Creek. We enjoy sharing the cottage when we cannot be there.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place,clean airy,super location.

Super locaton right on the Big Pine Creek ,close to bike trail,quiet location ,great summertime place.lots of room,just a really nice place.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Apr, 2024
We are glad it all worked out for your stay. We appreciate wonderful guests like yourselves!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fishing and Biking get away

Fishing at Little Pine State Park and riding bikes on the Pine Creek Rail Trail . Property close to everything!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May, 2025
Glad you enjoyed!

About the host

Hosted by Roxanne Criswell

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Why they chose this property

Unique Cottage perfect for family get-a-ways. So much to enjoy along the Pine Creek Valley.

What makes this property unique

Great Swimming Hole. Right on the Rail Trail. Fish to your hearts content. Large property to spread out and enjoy! Great State Parks and other amenities close by.

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