River Cottage w 2 Story covered deck w/ 2 firepits, Coffee bar & outdoor TV area

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An outdoor seating area with a sofa, chairs, a fire pit, and a view of a lake.
A stone staircase with wooden railings leading to a house.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a television, and a dining area with a table set for a meal.
A fireplace with a TV screen displaying a fire, a mantel decorated with greenery, and a wicker basket on a dark ottoman.
A cozy living room with a brown leather armchair, a wooden dresser with multiple drawers, and a black door with a hanging plant.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Overlooking the river
    Guests like the scenic riverfront location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Allegheny River

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Toys
  • Breakfast included
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Franklin, PA
  • Place, Oil Region National Heritage Area
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Allegheny River
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, St John's Episcopal Church
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Franklin, PA (FKL-Venango Regional)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Queen Pull out in living room

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

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

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About the area

Franklin

Located in Franklin, this cottage is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Barrow-Civic Theatre and Venango Museum of Art, Science and Industry are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Sugarcreek Towne Centre and Cranberry Mall. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling.
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Franklin, PA

What's nearby

  • Oil Region National Heritage Area - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Allegheny River - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Riverfront Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • 11th Street Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • St John's Episcopal Church - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Franklin, PA (FKL-Venango Regional) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪TrAils To Ales Brewery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪A & C Buffet - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is River Cottage w 2 Story covered deck w/ 2 firepits, Coffee bar & outdoor TV area pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at River Cottage w 2 Story covered deck w/ 2 firepits, Coffee bar & outdoor TV area?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at River Cottage w 2 Story covered deck w/ 2 firepits, Coffee bar & outdoor TV area?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River Cottage w 2 Story covered deck w/ 2 firepits, Coffee bar & outdoor TV area?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is River Cottage w 2 Story covered deck w/ 2 firepits, Coffee bar & outdoor TV area located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Oil Region National Heritage Area and 3rd Steet Park. Riverfront Park and Historic Franklin Garrison Monument are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place stocked with everything you could ever need. Close enough to downtown if you need something but far enough away to be nice and quiet. The weather was glorious making this a great Applefest weekend! Thanks Julie!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s a wonderful view of the river from the covered back porch. Rode bikes on the trail and spent the rest of the time on the porch.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was perfect for a long weekend getaway. It was so relaxing to sit and watch the river roll by. We built a fire every evening. The kitchen was well equipped and even offered a waffle and coffee bar. The host thought of everything! You won’t go wrong staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything in this home was very neat and clean, the host was kind and attentive to my needs, the towels and bed linens were nice and soft, and the view of the river was perfect. The weather was beautiful, so I spent the majority of my time on the lower deck or on the glider chair, which is sheltered from the sun and located under a tree, and watched the river flow by. This was a very relaxing stay and I highly recommend it to anyone!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept, 2026
Kelly, you were an exceptional guest! Kind, gave such wonderful compliments, sent pictures, left multiple tips...left our place amazing ..you are the perfect example of why some of hosts really love to host!! Thank you so much!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was nice, kitchen had all required elements for cooking, beds comfy, all round one of the nicer places we have stayed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was beautiful and wonderfully decorated. The host has planned for all your needs and more! I would recommend this as a relaxing place to stay in Franklin Pa
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May, 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My boys and I stayed here after a baseball tourney with the plans of going for hikes and chasing waterfalls. Great location for that. The home was peaceful even though there were many nearby houses. There was a little snafu with getting the door code but multiple factors may have been in play for that. Very calming and relaxing. The boys especially loved the waffle bar!!! Thank you! If we come this way we will definitely stay again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was well appointed. Every detail was thought out in each room. Loved the lower deck-relaxing after a day of hiking and chilling by the water. Bed was comfortable and linens were nice. Kitchen had everything needed for preparing a meal- utensils, pans, dishes, etc. Communication with owner was seamless. Julie was very attentive. Looking forward to our next visit. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was such a beautiful home! My boyfriend and I had an amazing time. There is a waffle bar, which was absolutely amazing and so good! It was such a cozy experience for the winter time, but I’m sure it would be a beautiful property in the summer as well!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super clean, cute, convenient home in Franklin. Recently renovated and perfect for a getaway. Has every amenity you could/ would need! We loved the outdoor sitting area and the view is breathtaking! I would highly recommend this home!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing Weekend

My wife and I had a wonderful weekend trip. The space is cozy and perfect for a couple wanting to relax. The host, Julie, was fantastic with communication. The welcome basket was a great touch (we were able to use some coupons to local eateries) as was the waffle bar! The host provided everything needed for a stress free trip. If you are looking for a relaxing and peaceful space for a trip, look no further!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great and cozy hidden gem!

We were looking for a little weekend getaway and to enjoy the fall scenery this time of year. This cottage was absolutely perfect. It was comfortable and cozy. The place was well stocked with anything you could need including some little snacks left from the host. We thoroughly enjoyed the backyard. The back porch with outdoor tv, seating area and fire table was our favorite. We hope to visit again someday! Thanks for a beautiful cottage and stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cutest little cottage

Wow! Everything about the cottage exceeded my expectations. Julie thought of everything to make the stay easy and comfortable. The covered patio was so relaxing. She was very good at communicating and checking in yo see if we needed anything. I highly recommend staying here, not one complaint.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jun, 2024
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We do try hard to think of everything we can to make it worth your time and money!!! Thank you for leaving the place so nice
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just what we needed

This little cottage along the river is just what we needed for a weekend getaway without kids. The place was obviously well taken care of and decorated nicely. Julie made sure to check in with us a couple times to make sure we had what we needed. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Feb, 2024
Thank you so much for the nice compliments! You left the cottage in great shape too, very appreciated!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous

This place is an absolute gem that I happened upon and boy am I glad I did!! It is perfect for a couple getaway and had all the amenities you would need. It was very clean and the property was something to behold!! The view of the Allegheny River while sipping a cup of coffee was the perfect way to start your morning and ending your day on the back porch with a fire was a perfect ending!! I would highly recommend this cottage!! The hosts were responsive and accommodating and you won’t be disappointed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul, 2024
Bobbi your review was amazing and so very kind!!! We do try hard to make everyone's stay so inviting and enjoyable, and ur right coffee in the morning there is fabulous!! Thank u for leaving the place so clean! Very appreciated, hope you come back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfort Cottage

I love the location. For my purpose, it was very convenient to anything I did. There were actually more amenities than I needed or used. As an older female traveling alone I appreciated the quiet neighborhood but also liked the comfort of folks nearby even though I did not interact with them.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2024
So glad you enjoyed it and that we were able to meet w you, tohc base with you and make sure you felt comfortable! We hope you come again!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful

My husband and I wanted to come to Vernago county to bike and hike. It was a bonus that this cottage is literally down the road to the Samuel Justice Bike trail that runs right into the Allegheny trail. The cottage is comfortable and peaceful. The decor is inviting and the hostess thought of everything. We particularly enjoyed the gift basket of goodies and the waffle bar! I loved getting up in the morning and sitting on the deck and watching the sun sparkle on the river.We had a wonderful weekend here in Franklin and at this beautiful cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute and Cozy

The cottage was absolutely adorable! It was the perfect size for two people. It was all decorated for Fall, which I thought was very sweet and very thoughtful. If you're a kayaker, there's a place to launch because the yard goes all the way down to the water. The cottage is located 10 minutes from Walmart, but you'd never know it because of the cute, quiet neighborhood. There's lots of local shops to check out and a farmers market on Saturday all within walking distance (2-3 blocks). The host was always available and even gave us diner recommendations for breakfast. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely weekend

College friends visiting a third friend who lives in Franklin. Convenient to the business area and our friend’s home. Charming decor, with attention to the comfort of guests. Coffee/tea/hot chocolate bar was a much appreciated touch. We were sorry it wasn’t a touch warmer as the decks and seating areas were alll very inviting, but we managed several opportunities to chat outside while enjoying the view of the water and birds. If we return to Franklin we would definitely check availability of the cottage. The name Agape Cottage is especially appropriate as we felt welcome and cared for.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Apr, 2024
Thank you so much for your wonderful description and review! And saying you felt cared for was a blessing to hear cause we very much try! I am glad you had a nice weekend and enjoyed your stay, we would love to have you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

My favorite home stay of all time!!

Agape Cottage is my dream home. It’s right on Allegheny River with access to launch your canoe or kayak from the front of the house. A boat launch for motor boats is less than a block away. The outdoor space is amazing - we relaxed, made a fire, and looked at the stars. Fans provided coolness on these very hot days. The inside is spotless. It seems that the owner bought this cottage a few years ago and did a major reno. Beautifully decorated and comfortable. We took full advantage of the waffle bar is provided including a waffle iron, mix and oil. The bed was comfy, and the mattress was soft which I love. Linens and towels were of excellent quality. The area is perfect for walking and exploring. The Allegheny River Bike trail is just a short ride away and you can either ride or drive to the Sandy Creek Trail which is beautiful and shaded. I didn’t want to leave!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul, 2024
Nancy your review truly made my whole year! We did buy it a few years ago and did major renovations and then some it seems! All of the hard work and details you seemed to appreciate which is a blessing!! Glad you love the waffle bar that came from my obsession w waffles on trips! Thank you so much for tipping my boys for the firewood, so kind of you. And thank you again for leaving the place so clean and cared for!!!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Book it NOW!

We came up for the Franklin blues and barbecue festival for the second year. Last year we stayed in a B & B, which has since closed. We found the Agape Cottage on Vrbo. Well it was well named as we were both agape as we walked down the stairs, and saw the great deck and view of the river. It’s a beautiful, covered patio with a TV, overlooking the river with a fire pit below. Inside was even better, with a great little kitchen, living area, and nice accommodations upstairs. These folks really went out of their way to provide all the little conveniences, including coffee, a waffle bar, cushions everywhere, and such a friendly attentive host. We watched tons of kayakers, floating on the river, the bike trail on the other side, and really enjoyed the beautiful little town of Franklin. It’s a really special place. I have done my research and I am sure he will find nothing better than this in Franklin. Thanks to our house for great communication and an awesome time! .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay!

What a truly terrific cottage! We were in the area for a wedding and found this little gem. The bedroom is a nice size, and some of the other rooms are a little smaller. However, there is more than enough room for two or three people to get around without bumping into each other. The owner, Julia, has done an outstanding job of decorating and has added a few complementary items to make your stay all the more special. The outside is a big WOW! Both decks are well designed, comfortable, and the view of the Allegheny River is beautiful! Julia responds very quickly to any questions you may have. She even has a suggestion list hanging in the kitchen of places to see, things to do, and places to eat. Also, in a previous review, Julia mentioned adding a TV and hot tub. The TV has been installed on the deck. Although a hot tub would be great, we wouldn’t hesitate to rent here again, with or without the hot tub!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jun, 2024
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We do try hard to think of everything we can to make it worth your time and money!!! Thank you for leaving the place so nice
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing weekend get-away

Impromptu weekend get-away in this little cottage is just what the doctor ordered! Communication with the owners was absolutely phenomenal only to be topped by their attention to detail and the little above & beyond’s that they offered. The cottage is a bit small in size but perfect for a couple looking for a short retreat. It offered all the commodities needed plus some! The kitchen was well stocked with every appliance you may need in addition to your basic spices & condiments. The coffee/tea bar was complimented by everything needed to make your own waffles, eggs & English muffins. The bathroom had all the essentials as well. The bedroom was clean, cozy, and offered nice linens (I’m a bit of a snob when it comes to sheets & pillows so that’s a pretty high compliment). The nicest surprise was the outdoor space- set right along the river, there is plenty of opportunity to take in the views. On the top floor, there is a deck which was calling to have morning coffee had the weather been better. In addition, the beautiful back yard has a covered deck area with tables, chairs, a gas fire table, plenty of outdoor games, a well stocked wood pile, and even its own morning dove making its home in the little ficus tree in the corner. It also has a fire pit with chairs directly overlooking the serenity of River & the landscape beyond. If you have desire to explore beyond the cottage, the owners offered an abundance of great tips to top off the weekend. Definitely recommend!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Mar, 2024
Your review was hands down the most detailed and so complimentary to our little place, it is beyond appreciated. We so appreciate the time you took to describe our cottage to others, and the small additions and amenities we have to add comfort for everyone. You made engaging in conversation so pleasant it was easy to make recommendations that I didn't feel I was bothering you! I really hope you come back again cause next time there will be more added aoutdoor t.v. for movies by the fire and maybe that hot tub we are saving for!! Thank you for leaving the cottage so clean, couples like you are why I can keep my cleaning fee reasonable compared to others!
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