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4.5 miles from beaver stadium!

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A spacious living room with a large window, a leather sofa, and a wooden cabinet with glass doors.
A cozy living room with a sofa, a dining area with a table and chairs, wooden flooring, and a ceiling with exposed beams.
A stone building with a sloped roof and two windows with frosted glass.
A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a nightstand, a dresser, a window, and a staircase leading to another room.
A bathroom with a white sink, mirror, and toilet, framed pictures on the wall, and a shower curtain with a floral pattern.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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State College, PA
  • Place, Shingletown Gap
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, University Wine Company
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Pennsylvania State University
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, State College, PA (SCE-University Park)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

Living room

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

4.5 miles from beaver stadium!

Don't let the remote location fool you! This home is located within a 4-5 minute drive to University Park campus and only minutes to the Bryce Jordan center or Beaver stadium. Located off the beaten path and near popular hiking trails this 2 bedroom, 2 full bathroom guest home is perfect for your next trip to Happy Valley. The home has a great patio for grilling and a large fully stocked kitchen for finishing up those last minute tailgate dishes. One queen bed in guest bedroom and 1 king and a twin bed in the master bedroom. Bring your hiking shoes or Mountain bike to explore the numerous trails in Shingletown gap located just steps from the backdoor.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children welcome
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Events

Events allowed
Events Allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Pets considered
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking only

Important information

You need to know

Property # 585132vb
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 are allowed on site
Note from host: Events Allowed
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Located in State College, this cottage is in a rural area. Millbrook Marsh Nature Center and Stone Valley Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania and What-A-Blast Extreme Laser Tag. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Bryce Jordan Center or Beaver Stadium. Explore all the area has to offer with mountain climbing and mountain biking.
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State College, PA

What's nearby

  • Shingletown Gap - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • University Wine Company - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Pennsylvania State University - 12 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Bryce Jordan Center - 16 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Beaver Stadium - 17 min drive - 15.1 km

Getting around

  • Lewistown Station - 40 min drive
  • State College, PA (SCE-University Park) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fatoum Bistro - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Uni-Mart - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Plaza Mexican Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 4.5 miles from beaver stadium! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 4.5 miles from beaver stadium!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 4.5 miles from beaver stadium!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 4.5 miles from beaver stadium!?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Where is 4.5 miles from beaver stadium! located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Shingletown Gap and University Wine Company. Boal Mansion Museum and Pennsylvania Military Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kitchen was fully stocked for us.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward E.

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

Great place

Great, cozy place to stay. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Nov, 2022
Thanks Edward. Looking forward to your next stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dani F.

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

Weekend stay

Lovely house and great hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elena A.

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

Great place to stay when visiting PSU

We loved our stay and hope to be back! The location is very close to PSU campus, but you stay away from noise and crowds :) beautiful property and great communication from property manager.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoff K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend, Thankyou for opening up your house. Great hikes both days
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept, 2025
Hello Geoff, Thank you for staying with us again. Happy you were able to take advantage off the hiking trails. Hope to see you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Autumn P.

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

White Out Weekend

Great stay for a trip for White Out weekend! The host was very responsive and the place was a great fit for our family.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer S.

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

Family time

Great location great potential hosts were very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele M.

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

Great PSU Stay

We had a great stay. We were visiting for sorority parents weekend and wanted a place where we could have some of my daughter’s friends over and it was perfect for entertaining.It is also situated close to a trail so plenty of hiking right outside the door. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat C.

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

Great weekend

All was great!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

Awesome place!

We stayed here for a weekend in March for our son’s basketball tournament. We are a family of 5 with 2 dogs and also brought our mother in law. The place was perfect and in a great location within 10-15 minutes of all of our destinations. The hosts are very friendly and very accommodating. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carey B.

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

Cozy cottage in a beautiful location!

We enjoyed our stay at this house! The owners are very helpful, friendly and easy to communicate with. The house was perfect for PSU football weekend. Short drive to PSU campus and the house is close to a pretty walking trail. We would love to stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Craig S.

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

PSU Getaway

Excellent location for a Penn State weekend. Location is in a wooded area that makes you feel like you're really away from it all but your literally only minutes away from PSU. A great spot. Dan and Daria are great hosts; friendly, approachable and attentive.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea L.

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

Lovely cottage in the woods

We loved the cottage and hope to stay there again in the summer when the landscape will be fully in bloom. At first, I was worried the location would be too rural, but it was perfect. It was a short drive to campus and restaurants, but we felt isolated, tucked away into the woods at the base of Shingleton Gap.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly F.

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

Charming and Perfect Location!

This was our nicest stay in State College. The guest house was absolutely charming and cozy. The hosts had a beautifully decorated tree for our Dec visit as well as local treats, chocolates, cheeses and more! The location is private yet convenient to everything for a PSU visit. The beds are comfortable and the space I was perfect for our family of 6. This was truly the nicest place we’ve found for our PSU visits!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

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

Wonderful Stay Close to Penn State

We loved our stay in this beautiful, well-appointed home. The owner provided snacks and goodies and was very easy to communicate with. We had a great time; my only regret is we wished we could stay longer. Thank you for a great visit! :)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Austin A.

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

Beautiful!

The pictures don’t do it justice! Even more beautiful in person. Very close to campus and Beaver Stadium
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Oct, 2022
Thank you Austin. It was great hosting you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

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

Relaxing stay at Justine Lodge

We were in town for the Spring football game. I had chosen the property in part because I'd cut the lawn there as a teenager over 50 years earlier. Inside, the Lodge had everything you'd want, and more. We hiked up the mountain trail and quickly felt we were fully in nature and away from ordinary concerns. We had a terrific time, and can't wait to come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane Ellen F.

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

Great house, close to campus!

We rented this house for PSU graduation. We hosted a lunch after graduation. It was perfect, room for our 15 or so guests. Home is advertised, comfortable, homey, with room to spread out. Well equipped kitchen. Beautiful location, nestled in the woods. Nice outdoor patio with table and chairs. Owners were very nice and responsive. I highly recommend the property.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

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

Perfect Secluded Location Close to PSU

This was a great property and was a 5min walk from great trails and a 5min drive to campus.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Cozy home in woods

Great place to stay not too far from Penn State!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoff K.

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

State College weekend

Spacious rooms with awesome access to trails worked perfectly for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellieen I.

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

Encore!!!!

Just another wonderful stay in this quaint cottage.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
THANK YOU! It's always a joy to see familiar faces. We so appreciate your visits! You got out before the artic blast!! Please don't ever hesitate to give us a shout if your plans bring you back to "Happy Valley", Dan and Daria
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd D.

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

Beautiful House & Property

This home was located in a beautiful wooded setting. This home is nature. But also within a few minutes to town. Everything in the home was modern with a well stocked kitchen and very clean. Daria and Dan were great hosts we would definitely recommend this home!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellieen I.

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

Quaint, quiet, cottage stay

This is our "home away" from home. The cottage accommodates our family perfectly. We also appreciate our pleasant hosts who are just a walk away. A great travel location and value for PSU visitors.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellieen I.

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

Quaint, quiet, cottage stay

A lovely cottage nestled in a wooded area but close to PSU and the State College community. The owners' proximity to the cottage adds to the feeling of welcome and comfort that this charming cottage brings.

About the host

Hosted by Daria Pivirotto

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Why they chose this property

Tranquil setting, near hiking trails.

What makes this property unique

Remote, yet very close to downtown State College.

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English
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