10/10 Excellent
Brandy B.
29 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brandy B.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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Cottage near Pittsburgh - Pet Friendly, No Pet/Cleaning Fees, Secluded & Quiet
Cottage in Carnegie with kitchen and balcony
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 4130.1 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Carnegie, PA
- Place, PNC Park7 min drive
- Place, Acrisure Stadium8 min drive
- Place, Rivers Casino8 min drive
- Airport, Pittsburgh, PA (PIT-Pittsburgh Intl.)20 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Cottage near Pittsburgh - Pet Friendly, No Pet/Cleaning Fees, Secluded & Quiet
Get a real feel of the rolling hills of Pittsburgh while staying in a comfortable cottage built on a hill in a peaceful wooded setting. Plenty of room to relax and unwind while enjoying nature. Deer, turkey, birds and squirrels abound! I feed them all, so you will most certainly see them all during your visit.
The cottage is less than 10 minutes from downtown Pittsburgh (park and ride and bus is within walking distance) and the Pittsburgh Int'l airport is only 15 minutes away. It has 1 private bedroom with private half bath, loft with daybed and trundle. One covered deck overlooks the local town of Carnegie and the 2nd covered porch is along the private road. The fireplace in the living room is sure to set the mood for a relaxing evening. Weather permitting, you can enjoy the outdoor firepit! The local park (which is also a dog park) is within walking distance. It's the perfect place to stay and feel like you are at home while you are visiting our beautiful City of Pittsburgh!
**** In lieu of chargning a pet fee, I have a pet donation program in place at the cottage.
There are two organizations to choose from: Bridge To Homes Animal Rescue: https://www.bridgetohome84.org and Cali Cat Rescue: www.calicatrescue.com****
The cottage is less than 10 minutes from downtown Pittsburgh (park and ride and bus is within walking distance) and the Pittsburgh Int'l airport is only 15 minutes away. It has 1 private bedroom with private half bath, loft with daybed and trundle. One covered deck overlooks the local town of Carnegie and the 2nd covered porch is along the private road. The fireplace in the living room is sure to set the mood for a relaxing evening. Weather permitting, you can enjoy the outdoor firepit! The local park (which is also a dog park) is within walking distance. It's the perfect place to stay and feel like you are at home while you are visiting our beautiful City of Pittsburgh!
**** In lieu of chargning a pet fee, I have a pet donation program in place at the cottage.
There are two organizations to choose from: Bridge To Homes Animal Rescue: https://www.bridgetohome84.org and Cali Cat Rescue: www.calicatrescue.com****
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: limit 3 total
I allow pets. There is a $75 fee
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
You can smoke outside, please dispose of butts.
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 recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Carnegie
Located in Carnegie, this cottage is in a rural area and near theme parks. Market Square and Station Square are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Kennywood. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Acrisure Stadium or PPG Paints Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Carnegie, PA
What's nearby
- Station Square - 7 min drive - 8.4 km
- PNC Park - 7 min drive - 9.5 km
- Acrisure Stadium - 8 min drive - 9.5 km
- Rivers Casino - 8 min drive - 10.2 km
- PPG Paints Arena - 8 min drive - 10.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Slice on Broadway - 12 min walk
- Carnegie Coffee Co. - 11 min walk
- Presutti's - 16 min walk
- Raya's Pizzeria - 7 min walk
- El Pollon Carnegie - 8 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.8/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.4/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Sherry L.
29 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sherry L.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Christopher P.
4 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christopher P.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Megan G.
7 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Megan G.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
8/10 Good
Brieanne B.
22 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
County living in the city
Brieanne B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kevin W.
4 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kevin W.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
Ed B.
24 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ed B.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michelle H.
18 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Michelle H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
6/10 Okay
Kylie D.
15 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kylie D.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michelle M.
17 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful stay, close to the city
Michelle M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth K.
8 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden Gem Hideaway
Elizabeth K.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jessica M.
22 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Romantic get away
Jessica M.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Aleisha C.
26 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cozy!
Aleisha C.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amy S.
8 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Hideaway Near Pittsburgh
Amy S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Robin M.
16 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable Cottage
Robin M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rebekah B.
3 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Total Adventure
Rebekah B.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Melissa G.
13 December 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pittsburgh Trip
Melissa G.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Billie C.
2 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and peaceful!
Billie C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kimberly G.
23 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Retreat
Kimberly G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
Jules K.
21 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute stay in the woods
Jules K.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Megan C.
7 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Megan C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Linda V.
30 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and comfortable
Linda V.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
Phil S.
10 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good place to stay
Phil S.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sheila S., Beattyville, KY
15 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Oasis outside of city
Sheila S.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jessica C.
7 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Jessica C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
About the host
Hosted by Laura Essel
I grew up in Pittsburgh and purchased this home (my first) in 2009. My dad and I remodeled it together. I love the house, but a few years ago I met someone and moved out to the country about an hour South of Pittsburgh. I live on a 3 acre farm that is mostly wooded. I have a huge garden (learned how to can) and also raise chickens! I live for the outdoors and I can always be found hiking, camping, boating, swimming, kayaking (and every other outdoor activity you can think of). I am also an animal lover (which is why I allow pets in my cottage). I really enjoy hosting folks in my home! I believe this is the career path I was meant to follow!
Why they chose this property
I was renting an apartment on Main street in Carnegie. I love to walk, so one day during a walk, I noticed a street I had never been down. As I walked down I came across this house that was completely covered in trees and kinda reminded me of a "hobbit house" (this is also how my mother referred to it as well)... and there was a for sale sign in front of it! I couldn't believe it. It was the perfect little house for me. Close to the city yet close to nature! It needed ALOT of work, but my dad and I remodeled it together (while i lived in it). I love the house (and still do) and now I share it with all of you lovely people!
I also donate the entire pet fee to my local animal shelter: Bridge To Home Animal Rescue
I also donate the entire pet fee to my local animal shelter: Bridge To Home Animal Rescue
What makes this property unique
Close to Downtown Pittsburgh and Pittsburgh Airport. Walking distance to park and bus stops and a CVS/gas station. Secluded and private,
Languages:
English
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