Secluded Mountain House near State College & Huntingdon, PA

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Side view approaching the kitchen entrance

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Parking available
Fireplace
Kitchen

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Huntingdon, PA

Pennsylvania State University
‪26 min drive‬
Bryce Jordan Center
‪29 min drive‬
Beaver Stadium
‪31 min drive‬
Reedsville, PA (RED-Mifflin County)
‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bunk Room

1 Single Bunk Bed

KING Bedroom

1 King Bed

Queen Room

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Main

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Master bathroom

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

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Get away for a mountain top experience in this secluded mountain house where wild life can be enjoyed with your morning coffee along with a breathtaking view. Experience quiet solitude in the central PA mountains yet you are about 30 minute drive to State College with all the activities of Penn State University and Football. The three bedrooms comfortably sleeps 6. A wood stove in the basement, gas fireplace upstairs, whole house heating and air conditioning and an emergency generator system guarantee your comfort no matter what is happening outside. In the winter 4 wheel drive is necessary to drive up the steep gravel lane in ice and snow.
Enjoy hiking trails on our 115+ acres of property which has access to Stone Creek, an active trout stream. Also Whipple Dam, Greenwood Furnace State Park, Rothrock State Forest and Raystown Lake are a short drive away. The mountain house adjoins Spotted Hart Stables, home to our 12 Appaloosa horses which can be seen grazing in their hillside pastures. On a stroll through the forest you may catch a glimpse of Ghazi our 3 time Appaloosa national champion endurance horse out for a training ride or experience the soaring of bald eagles on mountain air currents. Wildlife abounds for you to experience. End your day with s'mores around an evening campfire watching the sun set with brilliant colors that change every day behind the next mountain. As you wait for the stars to appear unhindered by background light, peace and tranquility will take on a new meaning for you.
The opportunity to antique shop, visit a winery, enjoy Amish & country cooking awaits your visit to Belleville. Small town charm, architecture and Raystown Lake await your visit to Huntingdon. If you prefer the more upscale modern restaurants and shopping experience, State College is happy to supply your desires. Whether you are looking for that quiet getaway with friends & family or are looking for a more private peaceful convenient location to access State College activities, the mountain house will become your home away from home. We will attempt to provide for any special requests and look forward to helping you find peace and relaxation on your stay.

Property manager

Amy & Jeffery Hartman

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Languages

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Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

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Kitchen
Outdoor space
Parking available
Microwave

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Children must have adult supervision at all times

Events

No events allowed

Hosting parties or events is not permitted.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking except outside away from the home.

A 4-wheel drive vehicle with good tires is required for cold icy weather to access the property. The lane is very steep gravel and long.

55 in Smart TV in living room, and 32 in TV in master bedroom can be used with your internet media accounts such as Netflix. No cable Srvc available.

Important information

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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

Note from host: Hosting parties or events is not permitted.

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Huntingdon

Located in Huntingdon, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Stone Valley Forest and Greenwood Furnace State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania and What-A-Blast Extreme Laser Tag. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Huntingdon, PA

What's nearby

Pennsylvania State University - 26 min drive - 27.0 km
Bryce Jordan Center - 29 min drive - 30.4 km
Pegula Ice Arena - 29 min drive - 30.3 km
Beaver Stadium - 31 min drive - 30.3 km
Penn State University's Blue and White Golf Courses - 34 min drive - 26.4 km

Getting around

Huntingdon Station - 20 min drive
State College, PA (SCE-University Park) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

‪Doan's Bones Barbecue - ‬9 min drive
‪Mc Murtrie's Tavern - ‬8 min drive
‪Country Village Restaurant - ‬28 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded Mountain House near State College & Huntingdon, PA pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Secluded Mountain House near State College & Huntingdon, PA?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded Mountain House near State College & Huntingdon, PA?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded Mountain House near State College & Huntingdon, PA located?

This family-friendly Huntingdon holiday home is located in the mountains, 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Stone Valley Forest, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Barree Township and Greenwood Furnace State Park. Whipple Dam State Park and Shavers Creek Volunteer Fire Co. Firemans Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Shelli R.

5 October 2024

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

Beautiful Secluded Mountain House

This was our third stay and we always enjoy the accommodations. This home has every amenity you could want and the hosts are very responsive.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol K.

15 November 2024

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

Trip to Penn State

Lovely hosts ! Squeaky clean. Wish I had more time to stay

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dee B.

6 September 2019

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

Beautiful Get-Away

Enjoyed the stay - lovely property, great hosts, easy to work with.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

21 October 2024

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

Weekend getaway

Love visiting PA. We always look for those stays that are secluded. Check in was easy, house was clean. Did see quite a few lady bugs. Games were available which we took advantage of for a family game night. We enjoyed our stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew G.

17 October 2024

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

Beautiful property

This is a great home in a beautiful area outside of State College. The owners were great and responsive, provided all of the necessities and was very clean. It is a little bit away from Penn State but close enough if you were going to a game and also want to get away from the chaos of a football weekend.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

kathleen r.

15 October 2023

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

Great Weekend getaway

The Mountain House was wonderful. The house was clean and very nice. It was a great location for our Penn State football game.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerry S.

21 April 2024

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

Family adventure

We enjoyed our slice of country mountain seclusion, minutes from town. Thank you for sharing your beautiful property with our family.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cameron B.

4 August 2024

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

Family retreat

Amazing location tucked away and surrounded by beatiful views and wildlife. Met up with family for the weekend and this was the ideal setup for 6 of us to unplug for the weekend. Would highly recommend, Jeff & Amy are great hosts!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

scott w.

1 March 2025

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

Quiet and Relaxing

We had a lovely stay at this incredibly quiet, peaceful, and very clean home that sits atop a mountain. You def need 4 wheel drive if you are going up in the winter, but once you arrive, you will not want to leave. The owners left fresh baked goods (which were delicious) and were very easy to communicate with. We did some food shopping close to State College as the local country store was not open when we were there. The home had everything we needed to cook on site, couches and beds were very comfy, and even though it was freezing outside, we enjoyed the outdoor deck to take in some nature. Would def recommend this home.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John E.

4 November 2024

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

Secluded stay on the farm

We stayed the weekend of a Penn State home football game, and it worked out great. 30 minutes from PSU, plenty of space to hang out, grill some dinner, and enjoy the big family room. A great place to get away from the busy town during a game weekend, yet close enough to drive back and forth. We'd definitely stay again. At first we thought it was a bit pricey but it was easily in line with everything else the weekend of the big game with Ohio State.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Susan G.

28 April 2024

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

Mountain House review

Beautiful setting, immaculately clean, peaceful. If you are looking for a quiet weekend getaway, this is the place. A little out of the way for us

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John T.

12 November 2023

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

Repeat Visitors

We enjoy the solitude and comfort of this home!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph W.

25 September 2023

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

Penn State White Out Weekend

2nd time at Jeff and Amy's mountain getaway. Terrific home and experience, already planning next stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph W.

20 September 2021

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

Whiteout weekend

Charming mountain venue, appreciated everything about the property.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle Y.

23 October 2022

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

Beautiful Rural Home

We enjoyed our weekend stay. The home is lovely, very clean and well equipped. Definitely a rural location. Beautiful night sky.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leigh S.

29 October 2023

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

Peaceful stay!

This house was perfect! We were visiting our kids at Penn State on a football weekend. Loved the location and the amenities, house was very clean, and such a peaaceful place to come back to at the end of the day. Loved gathering around the firepit at night. Would love to come back again!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald O.

1 November 2019

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

Secluded paradise

The home was excellent . Everything was well kept and maintained . Great secluded setting with picturesque views and walking trails . Would definitely stay again . Hosts , Jeffery and Amy are superb . Thank you for great accommodations .

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tracy H.

22 September 2022

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

Perfect spot for a PSU football weekend!

Located just about 30 minutes from State College, this was a perfect spot for getting in and out of PSU for a football game! Would have loved to have more time to explore the property and relax at the house. Great communication from the owners and will definitely be bookmarking this for future trips! :-)

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie Y.

16 May 2021

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

Perfect spot for memories

We loved our weekend at the Spotted Hart Mountain House. The home was everything it is advertised to be and more. The yard was the perfect place for the kids to play during the day and relax around the fire pit at night. We loved exploring the property and surrounding areas. We left our weekend with lots of wonderful memories and would come back in a heartbeat!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

8 September 2023

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

Great getaway

Stayed Friday and Saturday evenings, in town for the Penn State game. The house was everything that was advertised. The owners were great and provided clear instructions and guidance. The house is beautiful, and the property is well maintained. The house had everything we needed, the kitchen is well equipped. We would definitely stay there again.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle Y.

14 September 2023

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

Beautiful Home

Love this rental. Communication is good. Home is spotless. The location is remote. A beauty star filled sky at night. Thank you for a wonderful time.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen E.

6 May 2024

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

Private house on beautiful grounds

This secluded mountain getaway is a very unique property and a wonderdul find! The fresh floral mountain air was amazing and the property is very nice and well maintained. We very much enjoyed the air hockey and ping pong game tables downstairs. We would have loved to enjoy the outdoor space more but we had a rainy weekend. There are hiking trails on the property which I would have loved to explore. I highly recommend this property. The owners are very responsive, and offered many helpful restaurant and hiking options.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Therest B.

5 October 2023

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

Beautiful views and convenient location

Visited Penn State for college tour and needed a place close to the school . Unfortunately, we visited on a busy weekend, making it difficult to find quality accommodation. I decided to look for areas that were right outside State College town and found a hidden gem . Beautiful property with fantastic views of lush green mountains and trees surrounding the property. The owners were very accommodating and easy to communicate with throughput the entire stay .

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana S.

1 November 2022

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

Perfect stay for our Penn State weekend!

Our stay was truly wonderful! Communication with the owners was great, and you can feel their genuine hospitality without ever meeting them in person! Upon arrival, there was a welcome basket with homemade baked goods! The house was super clean and beds were really comfortable! Although we were in town for a football weekend and not at the house much, the views and outdoor experience would have been awesome to enjoy if we had more time. Also, the basement was such a surprise - filled with all kinds of tabletop games! We would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rayleen R., Ambler, PA

26 September 2022

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

Beautiful, peaceful property!

My husband and I stayed at this lovely property when we came up to visit our freshman son at PSU and take in a football game. Came with my 90-year-old parents and teenage daughter and friend. Place is immaculate, peaceful, and a true "retreat" in the mountains. The owners were so communicative and helpful in suggestions for dining, navigating the area and flexible with a later check out so the boys could spend a little more time with their dad and pop-pop. Couldn't have asked for a better stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Amy & Jeffery Hartman

We are family oriented with 4 children and 14 grandchildren that grew up on horse farms in the area. God has blessed us with this property and a strong desire to share its peace and beauty with others. Jeff has a dental practice in Huntingdon County since 1980 and partnered with our daughter Shilo to open Altoona office in 2019. Amy is actively involved in ministry at our church in State College, cares for grandchildren frequently, and manages our rental properties and farm workers.

Why they chose this property

The Mountain House was built by the original owners of our farm as their second home when they relocated. In 2016 we purchased the Mountain house and the remaining land to the original farm we live on when the owners were ready to sell. It was always our desire to reunite all the acres of the original farm, and when the opportunity came, we were excited to see that dream fulfilled. We did consider relocating to the Mountain House and we occasionally stay there and share it with out of town family. As beautiful as it is, we enjoy life in our home on the main part of the farm where we can watch our horses run through the fields, and have easy access to our barns. Sharing the Mountain House with family and guests is something we enjoy.

What makes this property unique

We have stayed in many places through out the world. The beauty, peace and tranquility of this Mountain home is up there with any we have visited. The opportunity to view most of the wildlife of Pennsylvania exists from the back deck while in your bathrobe sipping your favorite morning beverage. There is opportunity to explore the rich and diverse landscapes and culture of central Pennsylvania. The Amish community of Belleville is over the mountain in one direction and the culture of Penn State University is over the other mountain, and scattered throughout are many quaint small villages and towns that offer a variety of experiences for the traveler who enjoys country living at its finest.

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

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