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Secluded, authentic farmstead, built in 1899, fully refurbished in 2019.

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A hallway with wooden flooring, a vent, and a framed picture on the wall.
A dining area with a wooden table set for four, surrounded by white chairs. There is a white cabinet with glass doors to the left, and a wooden door in the background.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, stove, and a refrigerator.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, stove, and a dining area with a wooden table and white chairs.
A large barn with a grassy field in the foreground and a forested hill in the background.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Featuring 2 bicycles, this vacation home accommodates 17 guests across 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It includes a patio for outdoor enjoyment. Located in the mountains by the riverfront, it offers family-friendly access to attractions like the East Broad Top Railroad and Rockhill Trolley Museum.

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 17

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Shirleysburg, PA
  • Place, East Broad Top Railroad
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Rockhill Trolley Museum
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Raystown Lake
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Airport, Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County)
    ‪72 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 17)

downstairs bedroom #1

1 Queen Bed

top left and left

1 Single Bed and 2 Double Beds

top of stairs , straight left

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

top of the stairs , straight right

2 Single Beds

top of the stairs to the right

2 Double Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2 upstairs

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

first floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Secluded, authentic farmstead, built in 1899, fully refurbished in 2019.

163 acre family farm that is in the 5th generation, set in beautiful, rural south central Pennsylvania. It is a 2 story farm house, that has a large room addition, seating for approx. 65-70, that can be used for meetings or family reunions or banquets for an additional fee.
Just an hour and 15 mins away from Penn State Beaver Stadium. 45 minutes to historical Huntingdon, home of Juniata College. Lake Raystown Resort is 24.4 miles and 7 Points Marina is 35.4 miles. Minutes away from the Agape farm, site of Creation Fest, and also historic steam railroad, East Broad Top. It is minutes to Aughwich Creek for kayaking or fishing. There are great biking and hiking trails in the Lake Raystown area. Fishing guides are available for hire for Lake Raystown. Its approximately a 40 minute drive to Belleville, in Big Valley, home to various Amish sects and the Belleville auction and flea market every Wednesday. It's about 45 minutes to Issett Heritage Museum in Huntingdon and to the Huntingdon County Fairgrounds.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
We have a large banquet room for an extra fee.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside smoking is permitted
No open flames inside the house. place dirty linens /towels in piles or laundry baskets before checking out. place garbage in outside cans,
No walking or motorized vehicles in fields during summer/ fall months when hay making or cattle grazing, no motorcycles or 4 wheelers NO HUNTING
No food or drink upstairs other than bottled water. No use of the banquet room, unless previously agreed upon and extra fee included in rental.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1898726vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 65
Note from host: We have a large banquet room for an extra fee.
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

Shirleysburg

Located in Shirleysburg, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. American Legion Country Club and Seven Points Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit East Broad Top Railroad and Rockhill Trolley Museum.
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Shirleysburg, PA

What's nearby

  • East Broad Top Railroad - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Rockhill Trolley Museum - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Thousand Steps - Standing Stone Trail - 26 min drive - 28.5 km
  • Juniata College - 42 min drive - 49.4 km
  • Raystown Lake - 46 min drive - 54.0 km

Getting around

  • Huntingdon Station - 37 min drive
  • Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Star II & Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Star & Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Spring Creek Diner - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Whitse's Pub - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Johnny's Place - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded, authentic farmstead, built in 1899, fully refurbished in 2019. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Secluded, authentic farmstead, built in 1899, fully refurbished in 2019.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Secluded, authentic farmstead, built in 1899, fully refurbished in 2019.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded, authentic farmstead, built in 1899, fully refurbished in 2019.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded, authentic farmstead, built in 1899, fully refurbished in 2019. located?

This family-friendly Shirleysburg holiday home is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of East Broad Top Railroad and Rockhill Trolley Museum. Riverside Park and Thousand Steps - Standing Stone Trail are also within 16 miles (25 km).

About the host

Hosted by Nadine Bubb

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This property belonged to our great grandparents, then to their son and his wife and their 8 children. Now, we 5 cousins own it. We want to share the property that holds so many special memories for us, especially during our childhood years. We hope for you to make wonderful memories here, too. Family time is priceless. We have plans of further property improvements over the next few years.

Why they chose this property

Every contractor and visitor has said, "It's so nice here". " Beautiful."

What makes this property unique

This property is located close to the Penna. Turnpike so that a day trip to Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, or Philadelphia is convenient. This part of the state is rich in history.


Authentic farm tours for various types of animals may be arranged by the owner.

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