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Secluded Mountain House near State College & Huntingdon, PA

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Arrival view of front deck
A two-story house with a large deck, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.
Great room viewed from the kitchen
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, a refrigerator, a microwave, and a dishwasher.
Master bedroom looking into Master bath

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Huntingdon, PA
  • Place, Stone Valley Forest
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Pennsylvania State University
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Beaver Stadium
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Airport, State College, PA (SCE-University Park)
    ‪41 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

Secluded Mountain House near State College & Huntingdon, PA

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.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children must have adult supervision at all times
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Events

No events allowed
Hosting parties or events is not permitted.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking except outside away from the home.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Close the porch gates to prevent wild life from entering the porches.
Set thermostat to 58 when on HEAT. Set it to 78 when on COOL.
Return any outdoor furnishings to porches, and lawn games to basement. The wind takes them flying on the lawn! Thank you.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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

You need to know

Property # 1502007vb
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
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

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. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails, mountain biking and cycling nearby.
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Huntingdon, PA

What's nearby

  • Stone Valley Forest - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Pennsylvania State University - 29 min drive - 32.2 km
  • Pegula Ice Arena - 38 min drive - 44.1 km
  • Bryce Jordan Center - 39 min drive - 44.8 km
  • Beaver Stadium - 39 min drive - 45.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Country Village Restaurant - CVR - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Doan's Bones - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McMurtries Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Stone Valley Diner - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Darkline Beach Club - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

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

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Secluded Mountain House near State College & Huntingdon, PA?

On-site parking is available at the 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?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Stone Valley Forest and within 6 miles (10 km) of Barree Township and Barree Township Building. Greenwood Furnace State Park and Whipple Dam State Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicole A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay! Wish I would have known about this place before my daughter’s graduation. Would have stayed here other times.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May 2026
We enjoy hearing that our guests have had a comfortable and great time! Thankyou for choosing to stay at Spotted Hart Mt House for your PSU event!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were very happy with this lovely home!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dee B.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thank you for the kind review. We were happy to help you by hosting your guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay! The house was super clean, quiet and private. Easy drive to State College. Host was terrific. Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shelli R.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 6 October 2024
We are so happy to have you return to stay with us, and appreciate your positive review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kathleen r.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 16 October 2023
Thankyou for your review. We are so happy it was a comfortable place and convenient to your activities. Please come again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay! The home was clean, comfortable, and peaceful, tucked away on the mountain with beautiful surroundings. It’s in a great location—just a short and easy ride to Penn State and the stadium. The thoughtful muffin gift basket was such a nice touch and made us feel very welcome. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a relaxing stay near campus!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dara W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay number 2 and it didn’t disappoint! Clean, quiet, peaceful AND fresh baked goods left by the owner. Delish!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 November 2025
Thankyou for posting a review. We love having repeat guests who enjoy the property. Come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

KIMBERLY Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house and property are amazing! So peaceful and beautiful outside and in! Perfect place to relax with family and enjoy the fire pit and some smores the night before the Penn State football game. The open floor plan allowed all of us to gather inside and the porches and deck were fabulous for enjoying nature and just hanging out!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 November 2025
Thankyou for posting a review and for the great picture of your group! We are happy the house provided you a relaxing and enjoyable time with family and friends. Come again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John T.

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jerry S.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 22 April 2024
We love having guests like you come and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of Spotted Hart Mountain House. Thank you for your review, and we invite you to come again!! The Hartmans
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph W.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 25 September 2023
We are so happy to hear that you had an enjoyable time!! Thankyou for your review, and we look forward to having you come again!!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Susan G.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 6 May 2024
Thankyou Susan for your review! We appreciate your feedback for other future guests to read, and are happy you had a peaceful weekend!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carol K.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 18 November 2024
So happy you enjoyed your stay! Thankyou for your review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle Y.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 27 October 2022
We are so happy you had an enjoyable stay. Please come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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
Response from VrboOwner on 24 October 2024
Thankyou for the positive review. We are happy you enjoyed your stay. Apologies for the lady bugs... they are vacuumed up the day of guest arrival, however in this season they get in around the windows and doors on the south side of the house quickly! Something that comes with having a home in the woods!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cameron B.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2024
We are happy our Mt House served your family a relaxing weekend!! Thankyou for your review and come back again!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew G.

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leigh S.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 30 October 2023
Thankyou for your review. We are so glad to hear that your stay was comfortable, peaceful, and enjoyable. We would welcome you back again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tracy H.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2022
We are so glad you had a great stay! Please come back again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John E.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 6 November 2024
Thankyou for leaving a review, and we are happy the accommodations were enjoyable for you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2023
Thankyou for staying with us at Spotted Hart Mountain House, and we are happy you had an enjoyable time. We appreciate your review! Please come back again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle Y.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 22 April 2024
Thankyou again for choosing to stay with us and for your review! Please come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diana S.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 15 November 2022
We are happy you enjoyed your stay. Thankyou for being great guests and come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rayleen R.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 22 October 2022
We are so happy you had a great stay for your special family weekend! Please come again!

About the host

Hosted by Amy & Jeffery Hartman

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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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