Mountain Retreat on Wooded 23 Acres great for families and friend gatherings

7 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 18362 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Washer

Dryer

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Enjoy the area

Millerstown, PA

Little Buffalo State Park13 min drive
Lake Tobias Wildlife Park36 min drive
Carlisle Fairgrounds47 min drive
Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County)115 min drive

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 7

2 Queen Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Office

Balcony

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

This Beautiful Mountain Chalet is nestled in the woods, set on 23 wooded acres. This property is perfect for rest and relaxation. This spacious home sleeps 18+ people & offers the perfect location to gather with friends and family. It is fully furnished to meet your needs and also near Sweet Water Springs Farm Wedding Venue.

This mountain home is spacious with 7 bedrooms and 3.5 baths with one bathroom on the ground level.

We are an hour from Penn State & Beaver Stadium & are one of the few Air B&B options between PSU & Harrisburg. We are 2 miles off of RT 322 that leads to Penn State. We are also 45 minutes from Carlise (Carlise Car Show) and 30 minutes from The Farm Show Complex in Harrisburg and Hershey Park is 40 minutes away.

Our house has central air and heat on all 3 floors.

If you plan to use the 3rd floor (7th bedroom) an email/text should be sent to us 3 days prior to your arrival so we are sure to have the room set up with the AC or Heat on in advance.

Firewood for the fire pit can be bought locally.
Small quantities at Giant Food
Medium quantities at 208 West Juniata Parkway Millerstown

The house is 108 years old and is not in perfect condition but we love it. It is much nicer than a "cabin" but it is not a 5-star hotel. Our home is a mix of rustic and contemporary styles.

Popular things to do and see...

4 wineries, and a distillery are all within 20 minutes or less from this Mountain home.

Hazard Distillery - 20 Minutes
26555 PA-75 Port Royal, PA

Bucks Valley Winery - 10 Minutes
333 Meadow Grove Road, Newport, PA

Hunters Valley Winery - 10 Minutes
3 Orchard Rd, Liverpool, PA 17045

Buddy Boy Winery - 15 Minutes
111 Barnett Dr, Duncannon, PA

Juniata Valley Winery - 20 Minutes
19175 PA-35, Mifflin, PA

Antique Malls and Stores:
Carpet Baggers - 5 minutes
12 S 2nd St, Newport, PA

Stitch In Time Antique Mall - 15 minutes
43 North Market Street, Millerstown, PA

Lake Tobias Wildlife Park - 30 minutes
760 Tobias Road, Halifax, PA 17032
An up-close open-air bus Safari with exotic animals roaming on the large farm

Parks and Public Pools
Millerstown Community Park - 5 mins
Playground, nice river walkway, pavilions, amphitheater, and fairground space.
The Millerstown Pool is next door.
110 W Juniata Pkwy, Millerstown, PA 17062

Little Buffalo State Park - 15 minutes
1579 State Park Rd, Newport, PA 17074
Lots to do here, hiking trails, fishing, outdoor pool, historical tour of mill and picnicking.

Hiking
The Application Trail Access
99-37 Inn Rd, Duncannon, Pa - 15 minutes

Grocery Stores
Giant Foods - 3 minutes
14 Newport Plaza, Newport, PA 17074
Typical grocery store with other shops in the shopping center including in Holiday Hair Chinese Restaurant, Beer Distributor, Pharmacy and Bank.
The most convenient place to buy gas or diesel.
A Redbox for DVD rentals is inside the store.
Also, sell firewood great for the outdoor fire pit.

Wise Markets - 8 minutes
A typical grocery store that sells liquor and 6 packs of beer.
316 Walnut St, Newport, PA 17074

Firewood For Outdoor Fire Pit
226 W Juniata Parkway, Millerstown, PA 17062
The seller is across the road from the campground.
Sells firewood by the bundle

Health Food Store
Newport Natural Foods - 8 Minutes
18 S 2nd St, Newport, PA 17074

Butcher's Farm Market - 10 Minutes
590 N 4th St, Newport, PA 17074
Local Produce, Canned, and Baked Goods
In the Fall they have farm fun activities like corn mazes and hay rides.

Rite Aid Pharmacy - 3 minutes
15 Newport Plaza, Newport, PA 17074
Typical National Brand Pharmacy

Liquor Store Fine Wine and Spirits - 8 minutes
201 Fickes Ln, Newport, PA 17074

Newport Family Restaurant - 8 minutes
Small Town Dinner - Cash Only
207 Fickes Ln, Newport, PA 17074

Nekoda Foods
Seasonal Gourmet Food and Seafood In a Country Setting
Prepared or Take Home to Cook at home
300 Seven Stars Rd, Millerstown, PA - 15 minutes

Pizza Shops:
Zeiderelles - Best and biggest stromboli in town - 8 minutes
1851 Keystone Way, Newport, PA 17074
Brothers - 5 minutes - Will Deliver
Bambinos - 5 minutes

McDonald's - 3 minutes
16 Newport Plaza, Newport, PA 17074

Ice Cream
Susquahanna Soft Serve
1430 Susquehanna Trail, Liverpool, PA - 10 minutes

Tractor Supply Store - 4 minutes
79 Red Hill Rd, Newport, PA 17074
My go-to store for everything other than groceries, they have it all.

State Police - 2 minutes

Getting around

By car or bicycle 2 miles near Rt 322
9 hours ago

Property manager

Jon Bucher

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Mountain view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Kids need to be monitored around steps & fires.

Events

No events allowed

Party = an event that NON-overnight guests attend

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Unless outside and butts go in bucket.

Keep children and babies away from stairways and fireplaces. If the 3rd floor AC is on please turn it off using the remote.

Don't enter other buildings (barns, sheds or outhouse), and don't play on tractors on the property.

No guns allowed on-site, used, or stored. Don't park in the grass.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Note from host: Party = an event that NON-overnight guests attend

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 recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Newport

Located in Newport, this chalet is in a rural area and near theme parks. Shoppes at Susquehanna Marketplace and Broad Street Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Juniata River and Little Buffalo State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Lake Tobias Wildlife Park and Sports Emporium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Millerstown, PA

What's nearby

Little Buffalo State Park - 13 min drive
Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex - 32 min drive
Lake Tobias Wildlife Park - 36 min drive
Carlisle Fairgrounds - 47 min drive
Hersheypark - 55 min drive

Getting around

Harrisburg, PA (HAR-Capital City) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

Mooney's Bar & Grill - 7 min drive
Burger King - 5 min drive
Mastracchio's Restaurant & Lounge - 10 min drive
Buffalo Brew - 7 min drive
Brothers Pizzeria - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountain Retreat on Wooded 23 Acres great for families and friend gatherings pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mountain Retreat on Wooded 23 Acres great for families and friend gatherings?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountain Retreat on Wooded 23 Acres great for families and friend gatherings?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mountain Retreat on Wooded 23 Acres great for families and friend gatherings located?

This family-friendly Newport chalet is located in a rural location, 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Juniata River, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Little Buffalo State Park and Susquehanna River. Lake Tobias Wildlife Park and Fort Hunter Mansion and Park are also within 25 miles (40 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Oleg P.

5 January 2024

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

celebrated another new year there

we celebrated second new year in a row at this place and could not have had a better time! the house is clean, had enough space for our group of 12 adults, wooden floor perfect for dancing, no neighbours -- enough privacy, our host Jon was responsive and helpful all the time, and the location is very convenient -- there is plenty of stores and restaurants in 5-15 min drive. if you are looking for a getaway for a large group -- look no further :-)

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine F.

16 July 2023

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

A Gem in Perry County

A beautiful historical property that gave my family a chance to reconnect. The owners were attentive and in contact during our stay to make sure everything was ok. We are looking forward to booking this property again. 😀

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James P.

9 July 2023

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

Great Experience

We had a great experience booking with Jon. We had a very large group and wanted to be able to spend time outside - this booking accommodated both of those things. The field beside the house was perfect for yard games and there was ample space for all 10 of us guys inside the house. Jon was a great host. He communicated regularly with us, and even texted to check in on us during our stay. When I mentioned the grill wasn’t working, he went out of his way to bring us a new one so we could still grill out. I’m happy with our stay, and would recommend it to anyone looking for a place for a large group to gather.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nan B.

29 May 2023

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

Delightful!

Beautiful and comfortable home. Lots of great sitting areas. Well stocked kitchen and all of the amenities. We had a wonderful time.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg and Alison B.

8 May 2023

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

Peaceful getaway

Beautiful house with lots of historic charm! Well-stocked home in a peaceful, wooded location. Loads of space! Easy to reach property manager with ample info on what to do in the area. Would certainly stay here again!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jon Bucher

A married couple with a set of amazing twins who live on a nearby grain farm. We own and operate a barn wedding venue called Sweet Water Springs Farm in Millerstown, Pa.

Why they chose this property

In high school, I dated a girl who lived here. At age 17, as I stood in her living room, I randomly told her I would love to buy this house someday. As I grew up over the years, I would random;y drive by the property and look down the long lane, and tell my current girlfriend how amazing this house was on the inside and out. 21 years later, and thanks to the power of Facebook, the girl I had dated at 17 found me on Facebook and asked me if I wanted to buy the house that I loved so much as a teen. She and her sister had inherited the house and wanted the house to be sold to someone who had a true appreciation for this 1911 home. She needed lots of work and love, and after finally convincing my wife, we bought this home in early 2016.

What makes this property unique

This house has tons of cool architectural features, including:
A Butlers Pantry
Exposed beam ceilings
Pocket Doors
Jack and Jill Bathroom
Interior barn doors
Large Dining Room
Huge stone fireplace with gas logs
A carport for parking for 3 cars
A 50 ft by 20 ft covered deck
A stone wrap-around porch with a porch swing
Lots of deer and wildlife are often seen in the surrounding yard

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