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Gorgeous Waterfront Cabin, Stunning Nature Setting Near PSU

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Master bedroom with en suite bathroom
Front yard
Fire pit and grill
Kitchen
"Moose" Room/Den

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Spruce Creek, PA
  • Little Juniata River
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • DelGrosso's Amusement Park
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Pennsylvania State University
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Philipsburg, PA (PSB-Mid-State)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Den

1 Double Futon

Guest Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Guest Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Hallway Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

Gorgeous Waterfront Cabin, Stunning Nature Setting Near PSU

Beautiful (recently remodeled) home on world renown Spruce Creek. Stunning, serene nature setting, yet only 25 minute drive from State College/Penn State University. Right across the stream is 5,000 acres of forest.

- Surrounded by stunning nature but
- Huge yard for games
- Fenced in area for dogs (if needed)
- Wifi
- 60" 4K TV
- Some movies and board games
- Big open kitchen stocked with spices, cooking oils, pots, pans, cookware, etc.
- Grill and patio overlooking the stream
- Nice outdoor firepit by water
- Great hikes super close, trail head to Indian Lookout less than 500 yards away

PLEASE READ PRIOR TO BOOKING:
We are super easy going and strive to go above and beyond our guest's expectations to ensure you have an awesome stay! Although we have only had this property for less than 2 years, we have been Superhosts for 4+ years and the vast majority of our stays have been great hosting experiences. Unfortunately, there have been a few (very rare) issues where guests violated and damaged our home through massive parties and unapproved (poorly trained) pets so we now feel it is necessary to spell out some basic rules. Please don't take this as us being rigid and uptight hosts, we are just trying to protect ourselves from the very rare, unfortunate hosting experience. With the exception of the very important fishing rule (explained below) these will be common sense for most.

General Overview:
- No smoking in the house
- No parties (unless you request and we provide written approval). We are certainly happy to accommodate additional guests (upon request) if you want to host family or friends from the area over for a meal or something. However, there are outdoor security cameras so we will know how many people arrive. If an unauthorized party does take place there will be an a $250 fee per guest over the requested guest count. Example: if 10 people are supposed to be staying but 20 end up staying (without written approval) there will be an additional $2,500 charge to your stay. Again, having some friends/family over that aren't staying at the cabin is not why this is in place, we have unfortunately had significant damage to our property from a large "kegger" party.
- Leave the house in the same (clean) condition as when you arrived.
- All pets must be requested prior to booking and we do charge a minimum pet fee of $25 per dog per day but reserve the right to charge up to $50 per dog/per night depending on the dog/group size. If an unapproved pet comes it will be $100 per night per animal.
- Our rate is based on a max occupancy of 8 total people. There is enough bed capacity for 11-12 people as well as additional space for air mattresses or cots (which you can bring). However, we charge $40 per person/ per night for each additional person over the first 8 guests and we ask that you please be transparent with your group size.

FISHING STRICTLY PROHIBITED
*There are amazing spots to fish close by, some with a guide, others are public but the stretch of stream in front of this house is heavily regulated and not owned by us. This house is strictly a house rental, under no circumstances can you fish the water connected to the property. By booking this property you accepting full responsibility if you violate this very simple rule. Upon arrival, we have all guests sign an acknowledgement waiver agreeing to the risks/penalties if any fishing does happen. This includes but is not limited to, fines of several thousand dollars and potential legal action. As a reminder, there are outdoor security cameras and if you fish you will be caught, it is definitely not worth it. In summary DO NOT FISH in the water attached to the property *

CLEANING:
Please reference the checkout checklist prior to leaving the property. The house is professionally cleaned between guests so it will be fresh and clean upon your arrival. All we ask is that you please leave the house in the same condition as when you arrived. We will take care of all linens and trash (which you will leave in designated areas). The cleaning fee covers the linen turnover/bed making, trash removal and some minor misc. items like stocking soap, paper towels, etc. If the house is not left in the same clean condition and additional cleaning is required we may have to charge extra to cover any added cost we incur from the cleaners.

PET POLICY:
We are animal lovers and this is a "Pet Friendly" property. However, this does NOT mean we allow any and all pets. If you have a pet that you would like to bring please share details about your pet along with a request to bring them with you. For liability reasons some general information is needed; size, age, breed, temperament , etc. Additionally, we ask that you please keep your furry friends off the furniture and leave the house/property in the same condition as when you arrived (with or without pets).

We do not have a fixed pet fee as this changes depending on the animal(s) and size of group, etc. Typically we charge $25-$50 per day. This fee does NOT cover damage to the property or any mess caused by the pet. We do expect any "mess" outside or brought into the house to be cleaned up.

To clarify, pets may be welcome at this property but not until after we have given written approval (prior to your booking).

Property manager

Brendyn Dornich
Premier Host

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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 4 total)
All pets must be requested prior to booking.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Spruce Creek

Located in Spruce Creek, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Stone Valley Forest and Little Juniata River, while Warriors Mark Historical Society and Tyrone Historical Society are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Spruce Creek, PA

What's nearby

  • Little Juniata River - 9 min drive - 5.5 km
  • DelGrosso's Amusement Park - 24 min drive - 23.3 km
  • Pennsylvania State University - 33 min drive - 30.5 km
  • Bryce Jordan Center - 36 min drive - 34.3 km
  • Beaver Stadium - 38 min drive - 34.3 km

Getting around

  • Tyrone Station - 20 min drive
  • State College, PA (SCE-University Park) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Paesano's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Diner 22 - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Spruce Creek Tavern - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Grier Summer Camp - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Shawnee's Manor Restaurant - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gorgeous Waterfront Cabin, Stunning Nature Setting Near PSU pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 4 total).

What time is check-in at Gorgeous Waterfront Cabin, Stunning Nature Setting Near PSU?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous Waterfront Cabin, Stunning Nature Setting Near PSU?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous Waterfront Cabin, Stunning Nature Setting Near PSU located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Little Juniata River, Arch Spring and Diamond Lake. Tyrone Farmers Market and Shea Field are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

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

Cozy cabin, family fun

The cabin was great. Cozy, but spacious. Clean, easy going, friendly host. We had a very fun time playing billiards, taking a quick hike. And easy commute to Penn State. The view of the creek, with the sun shining through made for an ideal stay in nature.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy L.

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

Basketball Tournament Weekend in Penn State

The owner was super responsive and helpful during our stay. Plenty of room for three families to share. Great place to relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

christiana C.

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

Perfect for our family

Enjoyed a wonderful time with my family at Christmas. Its so nice to be able to bring the dogs.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

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

Weekend getaway in rustic cabin

Perfect for what we wanted, something different, quite, around nature. We wanted to be together with family for a fun weekend, what better than cold weather with a roaring fire, no cable - watched DVD movies and played pool. The cabin was rustic with a wood paneling cabin theme. The beds and rooms spacious. Setting was beautiful with a mountain and stream at its base as our back yard view with a wonderful flowing water sound, while looking out a Bald Eagle flew along the stream. We visited State College which was not too far away with nice drive through the countryside and farm fields.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ralph R.

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

Penn State Family Wkd

A beautiful clean space. Private low key. A straight drive 20 min to area restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan Z.

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

Football Weekend

Very spacious, clean and well maintained. A bit far for PSU, but very nice and well worh it. Would like to come back sometime when we can soend more time around the cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne R.

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

Had an awesome family weekend!

The interior of this cabin is amazing and it’s got a huge family room. Our family had a great stay. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jared D.

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

Beautiful scenes and peaceful vibes

A very warm rustic stay away from home. Everything was very clean, easy find stuff for cooking, comfortable furniture, and the beds were the best to sleep on, I stay out of town a lot so it was nice to have a good night sleep. The outdoor scenery is breathtaking with the greenery & woods with a beautiful flowing spruce creek to listen too. Would most definitely recommend anyone to stay here and would rebook again in the future if available.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason E.

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

Excellent Property

Great house, fantastic views and an overall fantastic trip. We will definitely be staying here in the near future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin B.

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

Great kitchen and comfortable beds

2nd year we've stayed here. Great kitchen comfortable beds
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Kathryn D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in

Had a few “hiccups”

Property is in a beautiful location, would be great outdoor space in nice weather. Virtually impossible to find in the dark, needs better signage, lighting, specific directions, because the road signs don’t match up with any navigation apps. and it is Dark back there! Thankful for the back up heat sources because the central heating as well as Internet service (including tv streaming) were off-line for the first 24 hours until the manager returned my texts. The shared living spaces are wonderful, kitchen/dining and family room areas. Our teens enjoyed using the pool table since TV service wasn’t working. Bed and bath situation not really conducive for 10 guests as one of the bedrooms just basically fits a bed, has no privacy with glass doors, no storage and a bedroom door that doesn’t close. One bathroom is captive to the main bedroom, and the other bathroom is very tiny to be shared among eight guests. The interior is nicely decorated and well-maintained, exterior is a work in progress.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob P., Washington, DC

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

Comfy Thanksgiving home away from home

We enjoyed our stay at the cabin and was what we were looking for. A place to relax, enjoy the surroundings, and unwind. Our host was terrific as well - engaging to ensure we enjoyed our time here.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey M., CHESTER SPRINGS

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

Football weekend

Had another wonderful stay at this cozy home! Can't wait to visit again next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian M., blain pa

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

Did Not Disappoint

Must See Fantastic House, very clean and stocked with everything needed for a family get away. We enjoyed spending time in the large family room and sitting out by the fire and listening to the creek .
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin B.

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

Great Property Beautiful Spot

I come to Spruce Creek each year bringing a group of friends to fish. This house is ideal. Great kitchen, great recreation room and beds and bedrooms are really comfortable.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim L.

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

Great stay

Beautiful area. Love how quiet it was. The creek running by made morning so relaxing. And to have the fire outside was great. It was great for a small college friend reunion. The house was clean. Well kept. We would rent it again. Loved the higher beds. Felt like home.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise M.

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

Great Family Getaway

Beautiful view of the mountains, creek running through was great to hang out side with the fire. Really enjoyed spending time in the great room with the pool table and plenty of seating so we could all spend time together! Owners are very attentive, my son lost his phone there and they so kindly offered to meet us to return! Will definitely come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel U.

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

Spruce Creek

Really nice place. Perfect for a large family gathering. Stayed there with our family for the PSU vs MD game. Convenient drive to football tailgating lots on north side of Beaver Stadium.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Wendy A.

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

Fun family weekend getaway

Great property for getting together with family/friends. Very spacious with cabin feel inside. Beds were comfortable and there was plenty of seating. Large selection of DVDs. Large kitchen…but could use new pots/pans… there were no baking dishes or cookie sheets. Family room was large and pool table was enjoyable. Outside area was not as private as we had hoped, but view out back was great… loved the large creek running right behind the property. Enjoyed hiking, but most trails were fairly steep and rocky… just something to know ahead of time. Internet is very spotty so plan on being without technology while staying here. Fenced in area for the dogs was very convenient. Overall it was a nice rental with the cabin gel we were seeking!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachael C.

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

Freezing weather but still fun

My husband and I took our kids and little pug here for Christmas. Of course we pick the coldest weekend in 30 years!! It was -6 degrees. The pipes froze but the owner drove out on Christmas Eve to thaw them and no problems after that. The kids had fun in the snow until they froze. It's in a pretty area with a river in the back and a fenced in area for the dog. It was a quiet space and didn't feel like there was anyone else around. The kitchen was well stocked. The place was clean. The owners were very responsive and truly wanted us to enjoy our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

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

Fabulous stay

My parents, wife and kids all stayed for about a week and had a wonderful time. Plenty of space and quiet location, yet close to town. We saw bald eagles from the windows almost every day. Kids loved shooting pool. Just be prepared to have limited cell and Wi-Fi connectivity, we didn’t mind. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacey M., CHESTER SPRINGS

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

Very cozy and charming

Our family had a wonderful time here. It was clean and very cozy. Very nice sitting in the living room in front of the fireplace and also having the pool table there to enjoy. The internet was spotty, which we knew going in, so if that's a critical thing for you then do consider that. Hosts very nice. Would go here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon C.

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

Beautiful, homey cabin

Excellent place for our PSU football weekend. We really enjoyed the pool table. Can't wait to visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Brendyn Dornich

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Languages:

English, Spanish, Portuguese

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests