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The Fairy Tale House - Minutes to PSU & Downtown - HOT TUB & FENCED IN YARD!!

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A bedroom with a checkered bedspread, two bedside tables with lamps, and windows with a view of trees.
A hallway with a white door, a window with a wreath, and a ceiling light.
A stone house with a white door, a small porch, and a black metal fence.
A wooden deck with a wicker sofa and cushions, a glass-top coffee table, and a wooden railing.
A living room with a black leather sofa, a side table with a lamp, a fireplace, and a framed abstract painting on the wall.

Highlights

  • On-site fitness center
    A rare find - enjoy convenient access to fitness facilities during your stay.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Balcony
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet

Explore the area

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State College, PA
  • Place, Pennsylvania State University
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Beaver Stadium
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, State College, PA (SCE-University Park)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

The Fairy Tale House - Minutes to PSU & Downtown - HOT TUB & FENCED IN YARD!!

Welcome to The Fairy Tale House, one of the most recognizable and charming homes in the State College area. Known by locals as The Fairy Tale House, this storybook stone cottage combines timeless character with comfortable spaces and a location that is hard to beat.

The home is minutes from Penn State, Beaver Stadium, downtown State College, shopping, restaurants, the YMCA, and Crunch Fitness. It sits directly along West Whitehall Road / University Drive Extension for easy access, while the 2+ acre wooded lot gives the property a tucked-away feel with no direct neighbors.

The home features three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, making it a great fit for families, football weekends, alumni gatherings, visiting professionals, or anyone looking for a unique place to stay near Penn State.

Inside, you will find a comfortable living room, dedicated dining room, full kitchen, finished basement, washer and dryer, and inviting spaces throughout. The stone exterior, charming architecture, and mature landscaping create a setting that feels like something straight out of a storybook.

Sleeping Arrangements
Primary Bedroom: King bed
Second Upstairs Bedroom: King bed
Finished Basement Bedroom: Two full beds

Bathrooms
Full bathroom on the second floor
Full bathroom in the finished basement

Property Features
2+ acre wooded lot with a secluded feel
Finished basement
Washer and dryer
Dedicated dining room
Charming stone cottage architecture
Family-friendly outdoor space
Convenient access to Penn State and downtown State College

A small piece of Penn State history sits right at the front door. Local lore says The Fairy Tale House was once connected to Charles Z. Klauder, the architect behind Penn State's current Old Main, completed in 1930. When the marble steps for Old Main were ordered, the story goes that one extra step arrived. Rather than let it go unused, the architect placed it at the entrance of this storybook stone cottage. So when you step onto the front porch, you may be standing on the last step of Old Main itself.

Whether you are visiting for a football weekend, graduation, a tournament, or simply looking for a memorable getaway, The Fairy Tale House offers a unique combination of charm, comfort, and convenience that few properties can match. We look forward to hosting you and helping you create your own fairy tale memories.

For guest safety and property security, exterior security cameras are located around the perimeter of the home, including each corner and the entry doors. There are no cameras inside the home.

Absolutely no smoking is permitted anywhere on the property. This includes all indoor areas, outdoor areas, porches, patios, decks, driveways, yards, and parking areas. This policy applies to cigarettes, cigars, pipes, vaping devices, marijuana, and any other smoking products. If you smoke, please do not book this property. Any evidence of smoking, including but not limited to smoke odors, cigarette butts, ashes, vaping residue, or other smoking-related debris, will result in a minimum $500 additional cleaning and deodorization fee. Additional charges may apply if professional remediation is required.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
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: limit 2 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and lock the doors
Please put all used sheets in the wash and start it. If you can fit towels as well, please put them in the wash as well.
Please turn the hot tub back down to 100.
Please put trash in the can by the road. Please put anything back that was moved, used.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5304715vb
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
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

State College

State College is home to this holiday home. Boal Mansion Museum and American Philatelic Center are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Millbrook Marsh Nature Center and Stone Valley Forest. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Bryce Jordan Center or Beaver Stadium.
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State College, PA

What's nearby

  • Pennsylvania State University - 8 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania - 8 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Bryce Jordan Center - 13 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Beaver Stadium - 14 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Penn State University's Blue and White Golf Courses - 15 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • State College, PA (SCE-University Park) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fatoum Bistro - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Plaza Mexican Bar & Grill - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Uni-Mart - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Wings Over Happy Valley - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Fairy Tale House - Minutes to PSU & Downtown - HOT TUB & FENCED IN YARD!! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at The Fairy Tale House - Minutes to PSU & Downtown - HOT TUB & FENCED IN YARD!!?

As of 6 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Fairy Tale House - Minutes to PSU & Downtown - HOT TUB & FENCED IN YARD!! on 1 December 2026 start from NZ$1,408, 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 The Fairy Tale House - Minutes to PSU & Downtown - HOT TUB & FENCED IN YARD!!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Fairy Tale House - Minutes to PSU & Downtown - HOT TUB & FENCED IN YARD!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Fairy Tale House - Minutes to PSU & Downtown - HOT TUB & FENCED IN YARD!!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Fairy Tale House - Minutes to PSU & Downtown - HOT TUB & FENCED IN YARD!! located?

Situated in State College, this holiday home is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Pennsylvania State University. What-A-Blast Extreme Laser Tag and Palmer Museum of Art are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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