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Historic Kempton Schoolhouse at the base of the Appalachian trail.

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Your home away from home!
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King sized bed in master bedroom. Large closet & TV.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Kempton, PA
  • Hawk Mountain Sanctuary
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Crystal Cave
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Allentown, PA (ABE-Lehigh Valley Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon and 1 Crib

Master

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Historic Kempton Schoolhouse at the base of the Appalachian trail.

Nestled in the foothills of the Kitatinny-Blue Mountain range less than 1 mile to the Appalachian Trail & 2 miles to world renown Hawk Mountain Sanctuary, you & your guests can step back in time to a different era. Slow down, regenerate, create and celebrate! Our private one bedroom-one bath historical schoolhouse in Kempton, PA can be your year round special retreat. We welcome all visitors from a one night romantic wedding night or anniversary getaway, three night girls' weekend, to month long artistic retreat. Paint, hike, bird watch, tour several local award winning wineries, shopping at Cabellas or Vanity Fair Outlets, your options are totally up to you. Or, you can snuggle up in the hammock with a good book or sit on the private stone patio sipping wine while star gazing! A special WELCOME Basket will be presented upon your arrival filled with local farm raised homemade goodies for you to enjoy during your stay. Our fully stocked kitchen will let you choose whether to eat in or dine out. We provide all linens, towels, pots & pans, etc. We are air conditioned for your comfort. King sized bed in the master bedroom with an elevated Queen AeroBed for additional guests or children. Wake to the sound of birds singing and beautiful views of the Albany Township bucolic countryside, pristine trout stocked streams, shadows of the wild Appalachian mountains or colorful wildflower filled meadows. Soothe your soul! Whether you are looking for a unique private romantic getaway or a safe and economical family vacation, Kinder Hawk Schoolhouse can meet your needs. Privacy to commune with nature, privacy to contemplate, restore and redefine, privacy to create and perfect your craft and privacy for passion!

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Pack n Play available upon request
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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 required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kempton

Located in Kempton, this cottage is in a rural area and near theme parks. Pennsylvania German Cultural Heritage Center and Pennsylvania Performing Arts Academy are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Long Trout Winery and Pinnacle Ridge Winery. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Sky's The Limit Skydiving Center or Tamaqua Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Kempton, PA

What's nearby

  • Hawk Mountain Sanctuary - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Kutztown University of Pennsylvania - 30 min drive - 28.7 km
  • Crystal Cave - 31 min drive - 28.0 km
  • Vraj Temple - 39 min drive - 34.9 km
  • Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom - 43 min drive - 47.3 km

Getting around

  • Reading, PA (RDG-Reading Regional) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Kempton Schoolhouse at the base of the Appalachian trail. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Kempton Schoolhouse at the base of the Appalachian trail.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Kempton Schoolhouse at the base of the Appalachian trail.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Kempton Schoolhouse at the base of the Appalachian trail. located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within 12 miles (20 km) of Leaser Lake Park, Ontelaunee Park and Long Trout Winery. Pinnacle Ridge Winery and Blair Vineyards are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

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

Cozy little hamlet

We loved our stay. It was clean, cozy and very well stocked. We appreciated all the amenities and information provided. Would definitely love to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Wonderful reset!

Fabulous time in this thoughtfully curated homey space with beautiful views.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

katie g.

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

Excellent location, beautiful place!

Perfect place with close access to Hawk Mountain. Immaculate!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Patricia D.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable Stay

The schoolhouse is cozy and charming. The hosts have anticipated guests' needs and provided everything for a lovely stay. We enjoyed the beautiful scenic setting and the animals at the farm across from the schoolhouse.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan S.

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

Perfect getaway

This is a beautiful property with great hosts
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

David P.

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

Great Place

We only stayed there for one night but we loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

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

Beautiful !!

We were looking for a nice quiet place to relax and get away. Clean !! Wonderful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

JT W.

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

Mountain retreat

If you’re looking to get away from it all, this is a place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

adrienne m.

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

Weekend getaway

Great rental.great weekend getaway. Home is clean, stocked and very comfortable. Surrounded by beautiful farm grounds. Easy access to shopping,hawk mountain,crystal caves. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Collins B.

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

Just what we needed perfect little house

It exceeded our expectation the house is just perfect period,everything you need is there
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul A.

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

The retreat!

Great stay again , hosts are the best ! So relaxing ! Sheep goats ducks donkeys great to see again ! Until next time!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

George R., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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

A quick weekend away from the city

What a great little property. The schoolhouse was clean and well stocked with everything you could need. The perfect place for a quiet weekend away. Will miss the goats and donkeys coming to say hi each afternoon.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea K.

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

A calm oasis

Clean, well-organized, everything you could want and some extras: homemade bread in welcome basket, lots of extra pillows, blankets and linens. Non-slip tile in shower was a real plus! A farm with sheep and donkeys is right across the road and it was great fun to watch them from a comfortable seat on the porch.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan S.

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

Cozy and unique getaway

We spent Christmas at this cozy little getaway, and it was absolutely perfect. The bed was the most comfortable I’ve ever slept in outside of my own. The view was gorgeous and the fireplace was fantastic. The pantry was stocked, and we were even greeted with homemade bread and treats. 10 out of 10 would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Spectacular setting!

This was an amazing place to stay. Historic school house nestled in the rolling hills at the base of the beautiful Kittatiny Ridge but with all of the modern amenities you might want (kitchen, tv, wireless, etc.). Great access to Hawk Mountain and I would highly recommend the scenic train ride to Jim Thorpe. The goodie basket upon arrival just put this over the top and the jam is to die for. Owners were extremely friendly but very respectful of our privacy. We had a wonderful time and will definitely be going back!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Arnaud S., New York

Quiet little piece of paradise

We spent 3 nights there with my girlfriend and it was really relaxing! We got a complimentary "welcome" basket which gives a few excellent local products and the house was exactly as advertised! Spending the evening next to the fireplace was great and there was literally NO sound at night which coming from NYC was probably the best we could hope for... The area is nice to visit but we also spent an entire day hanging out next to the house in the sun which was very enjoyable. The owners were very responsive and accomodating. All in all, a 5-stars experience for a quiet getaway weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Terri M., Illinois

A special place!

We absolutely loved Kinder Hawk. Cheryl is a gracious host and greeted us with a wonderful welcome basket of goodies! The renovated schoolhouse is charming and stocked with everything imaginable. Views from the yard/patio are beautiful--such a peaceful place. The owners obviously love sharing this home, as they've put so much attention to detail in this rental. We were only in the area for two nights, but enjoyed hiking at Hawk Mountain and visiting Pinnacle Ridge and Folino Estates wineries. We highly recommend a stay at Kinder Hawk!

10/10 Excellent

adrienne m.

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

Weekend country get away

Wonderful weekend getaway! Beautiful,cozy yet spacious home that supplied all of our needs and then some. Delightful outside area where we ate cheese and crackers and drank wine while watching the sheep,goats and donkeys across the street and enjoyed the breeze. Home is so tastefully renovated and extremely comfortable. 15 minutes from hamburg where Cabelas is,Russel stover store and more. Crystal caverns within 25 min drive too and you are right down the road from hawk mountain santuary and appalachian trails. Wonderful weekend. We will be back. My husband already booked a boys weekend on may!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl H.

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

Perfect Quiet Getaway

What a perfect place for rest and relaxation. The schoolhouse had everything we needed for our quiet unplugged getaway. The house is beautifully decorated and oh so cozy. It really felt like home! The kitchen has everything you need to cook your own meals as we choose to do. Many food/kitchen items had been left from previous vacationers. The fireplace made the living room cozy and warm and the couch with chase was super comfy. Our bedroom was perfect and the bed a dream to sleep on. We enjoyed walking the grounds, visiting our furry friends across the street, reading all the books and learning about the history of the little schoolhouse. This vacation spot works for an isolation getaway, or one that includes hiking, visiting wineries, local breweries, and Pennsylvania shops. We loved our time here and do look forward to returning!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

JIM F.

Your place to relax and catch your breath

Our stay was too short, and too hectic. In the area for a wedding, this was a perfect place to relax and catch our breath. We were able to host a dinner for some other relatives also in for the wedding, and everyone was jealous of our home away from home. As I said, we weren't there as long as we'd like, so would love to return and just enjoy the home. Most places one stays in are just that: a place to stay in for a few days and leave as soon as possible. Kinder Hawk made us want to extend our stay for much longer, we were in no hurry to go home. Cheryl is incredible, and we enjoyed her wonderful Italian feast and welcome basket. So needed after flying and driving all day! Thank you so much. Hope to be able to return.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michael W., Orlando, FL

Amazing little getaway!

My wife and two kids (4&5) stayed at Kinder Hawk for a week in June/July. The house is an old one room school house that was converted to a residence. The property was extremely clean and absolutely perfect. The perfect modern country decor fit perfectly in the home. There is plenty of room around the house to be outside. Best of all is the "remote" location. While you're just a few miles from civilization, you feel like you're in the middle of no where. There is a road right infront of the house, but it is not busy and you will find plenty of time to hear absolutely nothing but nature. We spent time walking around the property, hiking at Hawk Mtn, and enjoying our time at the house. The best part was the welcome basket. Fresh homade bread, jam, fruits and greens! A dozen eggs and some fresh cut bacon helped us get a few mornings started on the right foot. I highly recomend anyone looking for a place to stay in this area to go to Kinder Hawk. You won't regret it!

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

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

Wonderful stay!

We enjoyed our time here so much! The location is perfect. We had a chance to hike at Hawk Mountain. You can’t beat the beauty of the area. The farm across the street offers such beauty when waking up in the morning.The school house was clean and well stocked. We were definitely coming back in the fall.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia P.

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

Mother/Daughter Retreat

Very quiet and relaxing. Beautiful views!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy T.

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

Perfect, tranquil stay!

Perfect place for peace and quiet (closest neighbors are deer, goats, and donkeys). 15 minutes from shopping and restaurants, 30 minutes from Jim Thorpe. Didn't have cell coverage, but provided Wifi worked perfectly. The home is nicely furnished, with a full kitchen, a patio for an evening glass of wine and deer watching, or a coffee in the morning with the birds.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M.

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

Hiking excursion

Great location with respect to Hawk Mountain and Pinnacle Rock trails. We also loved watching all the farm animals across the street. The house was very well stocked and the added basket of goodies was a very nice touch. Bed was reasonably comfortable and we also enjoyed sitting on the patio. Kitchen is small but works well for a couple.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Your host

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Growing up within a quarter mile of both Kinder Hawk Schoolhouse and our current farm, Jim, has intimate knowledge of the Albany township/Kempton area. Our main business is Robertson's Renovations General Contracting. We specialize in renovating older homes. Kinder Hawk will eventually become our retirement home - but we are still too busy with other things, like volunteering for the US Fish & Wildlife banding birds of prey, or volunteering for Albany Township Historical Society, gardening and grandchildren! We would love to invite you to experience true old fashioned PA German farm hospitality and welcome you into the family!

Why they chose this property

Kinder Hawk Schoolhouse used to be a part of our 40 acre farm. After many years of educated local children then being converted into a private residence, we were fortunate to be able to purchase the schoolhouse in December of 2014 and add it back into our farm!

What makes this property unique

Private, unique, economical, quiet and very cozy and comfortable with outstanding views!
Equipped with your comfort in mind. You are welcomed with good old PA German hospitality. Great stop over for AT hikers or their family. Stop, rest up, do laundry and keep on trucking fully rested! Artists can paint to their heart's content from any spot on the property! Gorgeous scenic view, private walking paths. Nature right out your door.

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