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Stargazing Cabin | Fireplace • Fire Pit • Porch

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Magical nights under twinkling string lights — unwind by the fire or step inside to your glowing, rustic log cabin hideaway.
Escape to your private log cabin retreat, surrounded by woods with a cozy fire pit and plenty of space to relax under the trees.
A fire pit with four Adirondack chairs arranged around it in a grassy outdoor area.
Warm and inviting living area featuring a luxury wood-burning fireplace, comfortable seating, and rustic log cabin charm, ideal for relaxing with loved ones
A charming, rustic kitchen equipped with modern amenities, perfect for cooking up cozy meals during your stay.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Explore, experience, enjoy
    Guests like the location for activities and attractions nearby.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Ulysses, PA
  • Place, Denton Hill State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, John J. Collins Memorial Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Galeton Public Library
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 3

1 Double Sofa Bed

Guest

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Stargazing Cabin | Fireplace • Fire Pit • Porch

Escape to Potter County’s Hidden Gem – A Custom Log Cabin Retreat in “God’s Country”, Pennsylvania

When life feels like a whirlwind, there’s no better place to slow down and reconnect with nature than our custom-built log cabin in Potter County. Located just 24 minutes from Cherry Springs State Park and under an hour from countless other scenic spots, our cabin is the perfect base for outdoor adventures or quiet relaxation. Whether you're stargazing under some of the clearest skies in the country or cozying up by the fire, our home promises a peaceful retreat from the daily grind.

A Warm Welcome Awaits:
Nestled on the side of Denton Hill and accessible via a private drive, the cabin greets you with its stunning handcrafted details and a large covered front porch—perfect for unwinding after a day of travel. Inside, the beauty of warm wood finishes and whole log beams creates an inviting, rustic ambiance.

Relax and Unwind:
The living room offers a cozy space for you to relax and recharge. Sink into the leather sofa (which doubles as a sleeper), or curl up in one of the butter-soft side chairs as you gather around the wood-burning fireplace. We provide a variety of classic board games and DVDs for your entertainment, making it easy to embrace the slower pace of cabin life.

Home-Cooked Comforts:
Our fully-equipped kitchen is ready for any culinary adventure. Whip up a big pot of chili for a cold winter’s day or prepare a family favorite. There’s seating for two at the kitchen’s peninsula bar and an additional table for two, perfect for sharing meals and swapping stories from the day’s adventures.

Comfortable Sleeping & Thoughtful Amenities:
Denton Hill Hideaway offers two charming bedrooms and a full bathroom—all conveniently located on the main level of the home. For extended stays, enjoy the convenience of an on-site washer and dryer. We’re also happy to accommodate little ones with a provided pack 'n play. And of course, we welcome furry friends, because your pets are part of the family, too!

Outdoor Relaxation:
Step outside and embrace the serenity of nature. Gather around the firepit to make s’mores under the stars or watch the wildlife that often passes through the backyard, including the occasional deer. The peaceful surroundings offer the perfect backdrop for both quiet nights and adventurous days.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Dogs only. Guests must clean up after their pets.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Security deposit of $150 required. Minimum age to rent is 21. Quiet hours are from 10PM-7AM.
No smoking or vaping indoors. No parties or events. Parking on Driveway Only.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4283280vb
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Ulysses

Located in Ulysses, this cabin is in a rural area. Coudersport Golf Club and Coudersport Area Recreational Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cherry Springs State Park and Denton Hill State Park. 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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Ulysses, PA

What's nearby

  • Denton Hill State Park - 3 min drive - 4.4 km
  • John J. Collins Memorial Park - 12 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Galeton Public Library - 12 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Coudersport Golf Club - 16 min drive - 22.2 km
  • Mitchell Park - 18 min drive - 24.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Pine Creek Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Farm At Pine Creek - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sylvania Inn - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stargazing Cabin | Fireplace • Fire Pit • Porch pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Stargazing Cabin | Fireplace • Fire Pit • Porch?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stargazing Cabin | Fireplace • Fire Pit • Porch?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stargazing Cabin | Fireplace • Fire Pit • Porch?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stargazing Cabin | Fireplace • Fire Pit • Porch located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Denton Hill State Park and within 9 miles (15 km) of John J. Collins Memorial Park and Galeton Public Library. Lyman Run Lake and Allegheny River are also within 9 miles (15 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. 20 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a lovely log cabin. Beautifully decorated and well stocked with everything you could possibly need. Great location with only a short ride to the Parks. Josh is a wonderful, responsive host. We came to see stars and the sky did not disappoint.Great place for a laidback vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing time to reset and explore. We are planning to come back and looking to stay longer. This was the perfect cabin to stay for 4 days and Josh was so helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Cozy stylish cabin with a well equipped kitchen. Easy check in process. Fireplace really made the trip nice in the snowy weather. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lina Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, clean and comfortable cabin. Would book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glenn J.

Host was very welcoming. The cabin is very comfortable, it was really easy to get settled in, lots of amenities, chargers on each nightstand, etc. and everything in the house is really well labeled.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing cozy little cabin right off route 6. Absolutely love the location and the beautiful scenery in any direction for a short drive.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin in a beautiful area! Close to state parks, outdoor recreation activities, and dark sky viewing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Josh was an outstanding host — very responsive before and during our stay and clearly thoughtful about every detail. The cabin was well stocked, comfortable, and exactly what we needed for a cozy winter getaway.The wood-burning fireplace made the space extra warm and inviting, and we loved being able to stargaze right from the backyard under clear skies. We cooked all of our meals and had everything we needed in the kitchen. The beds were also very comfortable.Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was awesome - cozy and comfortable with all the amenities we were looking for! We loved the fireplace!Easy access to many things, being right on Route 6. We saw beautiful night skies at the house and also at Cherry Springs which was only 30 minutes away.Josh was incredibly responsive when we had questions. Will definitely be returning again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect place for a tranquil long weekend getaway. The house is very comfortable and has everything you need. We loved sitting by the fire every morning planning our excursions!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

AdAm A.

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

Great hideaway

Great little cabin in a remote spot. Very clean and comfortable, and the area is packed with outdoor recreation activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The cabin was great, check in was easy. Kitchen was well equipped for meal preparation. The house is clean and beds are comfortable. Plenty of good fire wood to use in the fire pit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great little cabin, very clean and organized. Road noise was very loud and annoying.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We spent two greats here! The place was clean and organized. We loved being close to all the parks and trails and took advantage of the fire pit! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice except for truck traffic sometimes
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sumit S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our weekend stay at the Dark Sky Escape. Cabin is cozy yet spacious with everything we needed for our stay. Very clean and comfortable. The property is up on a hill and surrounded by trees...a true hideaway. Great communication and clear instructions throughout the stay. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect. The beds were very comfortable. The kitchen is well stick for all your cooking needs. Because of the area the house is in it would be advisable to stay in and cook your dinner meals. We spent all three nights with a fire in the fireplace and enjoyed our home cooked dinner. The owner has thought of everything that you will need for your stay. Communication with the owner before arriving and during our stay was excellent. We will book this cabin for any future visits to this area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ken S.

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

Our Little Cabin

It was a cute little cabin in a beautiful setting. We had two Floridians along and they were excited to see the snow.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeff M.

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

Cozy place to stay

My wife was very much appreciative of all the comforts and considerations. The sky cooperated and I got a photo of M51-The Whirlpool Galaxy 31 million ly distant. Returning home with a refreshed perspective!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

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

Exactly what we were looking for.

Exactly what my wife and I were looking for; a getaway where time wasn’t an issue. We star gazed at Cherry Springs and from the side yard. Elk are just an hours ride away and this time of year they never disappoint.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

ryan f.

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

Cozy cabin

Mattresses were very soft. Both of us ached after a nights sleep
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Dec, 2024
Hey Ward & Ryan, we are very sorry our beds, which have been mentioned explicitly by our other guests as being extremely comfortable, didn't meet your personal preferences and earned us a 3-star review. We very much wish you would have reached out to us about this problem to see if there was anyway we could remedy it. As mentioned in our previous correspondence, we stand by our 5-star experience and will do anything we can to make sure our guests are happy. Thank you for staying with us, and we hope to host you again!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Maryangel F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Getaway

It was peaceful, the steps were alil sketchy, it was clean, not much to do in the area , no service which sucked, not many food places , other then that I loved the cabin inside, the fireplace , there isn’t a neighborhood, enjoy led the stay over all
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nosey P.

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

What a beautiful cozy place to getaway!

We loved how cozy and clean and organized everything was inside of the home. You can eat out, however you are well equipped to make a dinner at the house as well. They had dog bowls for our pups, the beds were so comfy. The views were absolutely amazing and you’re not too far from feeding the cutest little deers, souvenirs, gem mining, kayaking, hiking, atv rides, cherry springs, dollar general, and tons of little places to shop or eat, our dogs loved running around the mountain side, it was very peaceful and I will be back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa G.

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

“Our Little Cabin”

Communication with the host was super quick and easy. The cabin is perfectly located along what seems to be the main route to most major attractions. Everything inside was clean, well-stocked, and clearly prepared with care and thought.One thing to note: the walkway from the driveway to the cabin is pretty uneven and can be slippery when it rains. It was manageable for me and my daughter, but more challenging for my mom, who uses a cane. To be fair, the listing does mention that it’s not wheelchair accessible, which usually means uneven ground—we just underestimated it from the photos. She made it up and down just fine, just slowly. And truly, that was our only issue, which feels like a fair trade-off when you’re staying in a cabin on a literal mountain.What I adored most about the property is how quickly we felt at home. You know how some places are so sterile you’re afraid to touch anything, or so grimy you don’t want to? This struck the perfect balance- clean, but comfortably lived-in. One small thing really stuck with me: height marks on the back door trim, likely from the original owners. It made the place feel personal and loved. I hope they never sand it away.In short: if you’re questioning it, just book it. You won’t regret it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Clean, peaceful, cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026

About the host

Hosted by Josh Corey

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Hi, we’re Josh and Laurie—thanks for considering Denton Hill Hideaway!

We fell in love with Potter County for its quiet forests, dark night skies, and slower pace of life. This cabin is one of our favorite places to unplug, relax by the fire, and enjoy time outdoors—and we’re excited to share it with guests looking for the same experience.

We love hiking, fishing, stargazing, and exploring small towns like Coudersport, and you’ll see those passions reflected throughout the cabin. Our goal is simple: provide a warm, comfortable home base where you can truly unwind.

— Josh & Laurie

Why they chose this property

Denton Hill Hideaway offers the kind of stay many travelers are searching for but few find: a true log cabin in a quiet, Dark Skies region, thoughtfully equipped for comfort and relaxation, with effortless year-round access via Pennsylvania's Route 6 Scenic Byway.

Unlike larger or more crowded rentals, this cabin is ideal for couples, small families, or friends who value peace, privacy, and nature. Guests love being directly on the Scenic Byway, which connects them to Denton Hill, Cherry Springs, Colton Point (PA Grand Canyon), and Kinzua Bridge State Parks without ever needing to navigate unmaintained back roads, while still enjoying a private porch, wood-burning fireplace, and fire pit right at the cabin.

With pet-friendly accommodations, a washer/dryer, Pack 'n Play, and a fully stocked kitchen, Denton Hill Hideaway makes it easy to settle in, whether for a weekend escape or a longer stay in "God's Country."

What makes this property unique

🌌 Dark Skies Location
Just 24 minutes from Cherry Springs State Park—one of the best stargazing destinations in the U.S.

🔥 Real Wood-Burning Fireplace
A cozy centerpiece guests consistently rave about.

🏡 Authentic Log Cabin Charm
Whole-log construction, warm wood finishes, and true cabin character.

🐾 Pet-Friendly
Bring 1 well-behaved, house-trained dog (no cats or other pets).

🌲 Quiet & Private Setting
Perfect for unwinding, wildlife watching, and peaceful nights.

🧺 Extended-Stay Friendly
Washer/dryer, full kitchen, Pack ’n Play, and comfortable sleeping for up to 6.

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