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River Front Cottage with Breathtaking view of Allegheny River

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Emlenton, PA
  • Allegheny River
    1 min walk
  • Foxburg Wine Cellars
    6 min drive
  • Foxburg Country Club
    8 min drive
  • Butler, PA (BTP-Butler County)
    59 min drive

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About the area

Emlenton

Located in Emlenton, this vacation home is on the waterfront, a 1-minute drive from Allegheny River and 6 minutes from Foxburg Wine Cellars. .This vacation home is 30.1 mi (48.4 km) from Grove City Premium Outlets and 17.7 mi (28.4 km) from Cranberry Mall.

What's nearby

  • Foxburg Wine Cellars - 6 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Foxburg Country Club - 8 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Grove City College - 30 min drive - 36.5 km
  • Grove City Premium Outlets - 32 min drive - 48.4 km
  • Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania - 33 min drive - 42.4 km

Getting around

  • Franklin, PA (FKL-Venango Regional) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Emlenton Truck Stop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mike's Restaurant Lounge - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Emlenton Brew Haus - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Allegheny Grille - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Otto's Tavern - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

River Front Cottage with Breathtaking view of Allegheny River

Enjoy a peaceful, relaxing, and fun filled stay in River House, our beautifully renovated home sitting directly on the Allegheny River. With breathtaking seasonal scenery as the backdrop, our peaceful retreat is the perfect place to unwind and recharge.
Indulge in all the seasonal outdoor activities: endless opportunities for hiking, fishing, riding (two bikes on the property for use), golfing, hunting, or kayaking/floating on the river. There is a walking trail literally behind the property which will soon become part of the Allegheny River Trail. Work is slated to start this summer!!! Presently, the finished part of the Allegheny River Trail is less than ½ mile from the house. Launch your kayak right from the property with direct easy river access.
River House offers beautiful views of the Allegheny river where ducks and geese float by daily. Right out our front door is some of the best fishing in the North Eastern part of the United States!. Our beautiful home sits on the end of a dead end street. So peaceful. We have a fully stocked kitchen, in case you decide to cook up a feast!
River house sleeps up to 6 comfortably with 2 cozy bedrooms, one queen bed, one double bed, and an additional queen size sofa bed in the main room. There are 2 fire pits on the property. One in the backyard and a seasonal one by the river’s edge. The backyard is also equipped with a grill and an outdoor shower to wash off from the river after a day of fun.
If you must "log on", the WiFi will support all of your needs. There are 2 streaming televisions with Netflix included.
Conveniently located less than 3 miles from Interstate 80. We are located right on the edge of the downtown area of Emlenton, PA and two blocks away from a supermarket. River House is only 5 miles away from Foxburg Winery and less than a 30 minute drive from the towns of Clarion, Grove City, and Slippery Rock, PA. Surrounded by State Game Lands, it is also about a 45 minute drive from Cook’s Forest and the Allegheny National Forest.
No Smoking.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Betsy

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee grinder
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Cycling on site
  • Hiking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk hours vary at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

River Front Cottage with Scenic view of Allegheny River

River Front Cottage with Breathtaking view of Allegheny River Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Denise S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls weekend
Our stay was wonderful!! Everything was perfect for our stay! Shopping, food and lots of memories!! The house was comfy, and convenient. Thank you so much!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
A heritage trip to Western Pa is easy to navigate from this location. Changing leaf colors and fog on the river in the morning is a bonus!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful scenery and quaint, fun town
Beautiful view of the river, beautiful backyard fire pit, easy walk to the town where there's a great winery and a great brewery with shuffleboard and pool table and duck pin bowling.. Otto's was a great hang out with pool tables. We didn't try the coffee house but there was a cute looking one there too. Just a short drive to foxburg winery and August falls winery. We recommend both. Super friendly people all around town. There was a surprise cat guest that we enjoyed. The rental is well stocked kitchen and not skimpy on the bath towels or the paper products. The only thing I would recommend are mirrors for in the two bedrooms. Because we were four girls and there wasn't enough makeup mirror spots. She is super friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Doug C., Seneca

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location right on the bike trail
We came to the area for a family reunion and when we found out about the bike trail we brought them with us and were able to get a couple of nice long rides. Even got to see Freedom Falls. This will b great once they open up the southbound section.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Betty M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great access to Allegheny River trail
Overall, this is a comfortable home to stay in. Sitting on the front porch is delightful, the river is peaceful, a visit from the kitty cat next-door welcomed. The downside is you hear the trucks down shifting all day long and all night which is why I give it a four. The host responded quickly to any questions or concerns. It is a five minute ride from the Allegheny River Trail , which is absolutely beautiful, and it was everything that I was looking for. It is a challenge to find close good restaurants right in Emleton. Check the website, call before going, hours vary from website..
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Calmed my soul
Betsy & David's property was exactly what I needed to escape the bustle of Washington D.C. life. This property sits right at the end of a street and overlooks the river. The home is well stocked, clean, and the perfect size. Emlenton surprisingly had a lot to do! From bike trails to restaurants, it filled me up with a simple life feeling. The owners were extremely responsive from the booking to the last day of my stay. I fell in love with the front porch, complete with a night stream of lights and a fan, which welcomed me back after a late drink at the brewery in town. The Emlenton Fitness Center was exactly what I needed to clear my mind when I wasn't reading on the porch. Next time I am in town, this is my choice stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Stay, quiet location
Second time staying at this house. Plan to go back again in future. Thanks Betsy for the nice stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great River Stay
Great house for a stay along the river. Gorgeous view of the Allegheny! This house is perfect for a nice weekend get away. Check in and check out process was very easy.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Betsy was so helpful and easy to communicate with. The house was beautiful and clean and had everything we needed. I would definitely recommend this property to anyone!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived for a 2 day bike trip on the Allegheny Trail. Unfortunately, the weather chose not to cooperate. The house was so clean and would be perfect for anyone who wants to bike the trail.We left a day early because the severe rain, there was no chance of biking. We are hoping to be back to bike in the near future.

10/10 Excellent

Claudia G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and Comfortable
This was our second stay in the River House. It is a great home-base as we visit western Pa, our childhood neighborhood. Thank you, Betsy and David.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best time
We couldn’t have asked for more from a cozy little river cottage vacation. Everything with the owners went smoothly.The view was breathtaking, the cottage felt so homely. It included everything but your food and clothes and if you needed anything it was just a short walk away. Plus there was a bonus with the neighborhood cat who welcomed and entertained us. We only wished that we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Wendy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Retreat
Very relaxing and peaceful with a view of the river.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John O.

Liked: Cleanliness
A multigenerational reunion with biking, hiking, and fishing in northwestern Pennsylvania
The cottage was perfect for a reunion of the five of us. We bicycled on the Allegheny River Trail plus biking and hiking two other trails in this beautiful area. Our grandson also enjoyed fishing practically in the front yard of the property. We were very comfortable at the cottage and everything worked well for us.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy river access!
Perfect for our river weekend! Loved the cat that was hanging around :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Koco S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Riverside Home
We had a great stay! The owners were incredibly responsive with any questions and the home is in a great location on the beautiful Allegheny River. Definitely would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome stay!
Beautiful, lovely!! Would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Emlenton River House
Right on the Allegheny river, close to the Erie to Pittsburgh bike trail and Clarion. Awesome front porch and full kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little town great little house.
Dave & Betsy were great to deal with starting with the reservations to the day I checked in. It is a nice little house that is at the end of the street. Very quiet, it has a great front porch to seat and watch the Allegheny River. Mike Friese
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location is perfect!
I was looking for a good location to access the Allegany rail to trail trailhead going north. It is exactly an easy .6 mile from the driveway to the trail entrance. The front porch was by far our favorite part of the house. It had an unobstructed view of the river. The street was quiet. The house is clean and newly renovated. The owners are super helpful and easy to contact with any questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy as they come!
Neat little place with all the amenities. The property managers were responsive and informative. I’d recommend this listing to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Barb P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well needed girls getaway.
The house is adorable the view is beautiful. Very quaint town. Check out the brewery and I highly recommend duck pin bowling in the basement on 125-year-old alley! The Allegheny grill about 3 miles away has great food and an awesome view. All in all I would highly recommend for a nice quiet getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Claudia G.

Liked: Cleanliness
River Washes Away Covid
Perfect stay at Betsy and David's river house. My sister and I appreciated the comforts of this cute bungalow. We visit the area to recharge our Pennsylvania roots. I'll always stay here, if it is available. The kitchen is so well appointed it was easy to prepare meals. Very grateful for this visit on the Emlenton section of the Allegeny. Thank you, Claudia and Cathy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Justin L.

Liked: Cleanliness
We would stay here again!
Everything was very clean and well organized. Appliances were like new. The place has a charming decor as well. The river and trails in the region are beautiful.. The house was just the right size for the four of us- my tween slept in the one upstairs bedroom, me and my husband slept in the other and my teenager slept on the sleeper sofa in the living room. Very comfortable!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Justin L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good
Property is very clean and located by the river.