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2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Living room
1 Double Futon
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Great Home For Penn State Fans
Only 9 miles from Penn State, this charming brick home in a friendly neighborhood on Halfmoon Hill overlooks the valley and beautiful Victorian downtown Bellefonte, PA, which features many restaurants and shops. You'll enjoy two bedrooms with a spacious full bathroom upstairs and a convenient half bathroom downstairs. There are queen beds in both bedrooms and the living room includes a futon sofa that quickly converts to a full bed. Amenities include a washer and dryer in the lower level, cable TV in living room and back bedroom, and wireless internet. The kitchen amenities include cooking utensils and tableware, coffee maker, microwave, and modern stainless finish appliances including an electric range/oven and spacious refrigerator/freezer. Hardwood and tile floors throughout, with radiator heating in each room, and powerful a/c units upstairs and downstairs if needed. Relaxing porches extend across front and back of the home with pleasant views. House-trained pets are welcome (our two dogs visit in the home often but not during rented weekends). The home has a spacious back yard, partially fenced as a safe play area for children and pets. Off-street parking in private lot is suitable for up to four cars. Check in as early as 9:00 AM on Friday or whenever is convenient. Check out as late as 5:00 PM on Sunday if needed. The home is a few miles off Interstate 99 near the I-80 intersection, and a short drive to PSU campus and Beaver Stadium. No smoking inside, please. Smokers may use the porches. One bedroom upstairs is locked, used by owners for owner storage. The home sleeps 6 people, but with your own portable bedding you could include several more people if necessary.
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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
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
About the area
Bellefonte
Located in Bellefonte, this holiday home is in the mountains. Big Spring Spirits and Nittanee Creek Practice Range are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Bellefonte Historical Railroad Society and Creekside Rock and Gems. The Arboretum at Penn State and Pegula Ice Arena are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding.
Bellefonte Art Museum for Centre County - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Creekside Rock and Gems - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Getting around
State College, PA (SCE-University Park) - 12 min drive
Restaurants
Axemann Brewery - 3 min drive
Dunkin' - 5 min drive
Burger King - 4 min drive
Pizza Hut - 11 min walk
Bonfatto's Italian Market & Corner Café - 3 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Great Home For Penn State Fans pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Great Home For Penn State Fans?
As of 4 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Home For Penn State Fans on 19 June 2026 start from NZ$452, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Great Home For Penn State Fans?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Great Home For Penn State Fans?
Check-in begins at 9:00 AM.
What time is check-out at Great Home For Penn State Fans?
Checkout is at 5:00 PM.
Where is Great Home For Penn State Fans located?
Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Bellefonte Historical Railroad Society, Talleyrand Park and Creekside Rock and Gems. Bellefonte Art Museum for Centre County and Big Spring Spirits are also within 15 minutes.
Reviews
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Property was very welcoming to pets and was extremely clean. Instructions from owner were on point and suggestions for places of interest in the town were well thought out and clear. Excellent stay.
The house was beautiful and pet friendly. It was about 15 minutes from Penn State where we were visiting, but was in a cute town with plenty of dining options.We would stay again.
We loved the location, the porches, and the fenced in backyard. Erik was a terrific host-very thoughtful touches to the house with snacks for us and toys for our pups. Would definitely recommend for anyone visiting State College.
Stayed with family for THON weekend. Have stayed here before. Everything was great. We especially loved the snacks because we forgot ours at home when we left!
One of the cutest, cleanest, most organized VRBOs we have ever stayed in. Location was perfect for our needs and the fenced in yard for our dog was an added bonus.
We really enjoyed our stay at Halfmoon House! Very clean and well appointed. This is our second stay there and we will definitely book here again in the future!!
Loved this house and location for a weekend getaway with the grandkids. They had fun in the back yard and on the back porch. Evening views over the mountains were beautiful. Short drive to Penns Cave which was a great excursion.
darlene t.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2022
We're so happy to know your family had a good time. Thanks again for choosing our property.
Great property for Penn State events.
Short and easy drive to State College.
Property is lovingly cared for and supports a very comfortable stay.
Property owners provide easy communication.
Joyce M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 September 2023
We are always happy when your family stays at our property! Thank you for choosing us again.
We really enjoyed our stay. Very clean and comfortable. The location was closed enough to the Graduation activities and definitely would stay here again. I personally thought the Welcome gift was a nice personal touch!
Sue C.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 May 2024
We are so thankful that you selected our property and we hope to host you again.
About the host
Hosted by Erik Viker
I'm a professional stagehand and theatre professor and my wife Brenda is an administrator at Penn State's graduate business school. We split our time between our Bellefonte home, affectionately knows as "Halfmoon House" because of the location on Halfmoon Hill, and our other home in Selinsgrove, PA. This means Halfmoon House can always available on weekends if you need an excellent place to stay. We like to travel, and it makes us happy to help other travelers find a special place to rest and relax as they pass through our community. Whether you're visiting for a football game, a local event, or just looking for a getaway, Bellefonte is a great destination.
Why they chose this property
We love the location, overlooking a bustling little downtown but surrounded by a quiet, friendly neighborhood.
What makes this property unique
This home is compact but feels spacious because it was very well designed. It's historic in spirit, but with all the necessities of modern life. This is the quintessential "just right" house.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests