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Vintage Farmhouse ~ 2 1/2 Mi to Mount Pleasant Ski

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2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, Internet

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Cambridge Springs, Pennsylvania
  • Mount Pleasant Ski
    6 min drive
  • The Rambler at The Riverside
    7 min drive
  • Erie Station
    35 min drive
  • Erie, PA (ERI-Erie Intl.)
    37 min drive

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About the area

Cambridge Springs

Located in Cambridge Springs, this vacation home is a 2-minute drive from Mitchell Lake and 5 minutes from Cambridge Springs Public Library. .This family-friendly vacation home is 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Mount Pleasant Ski and 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from Riverside Brewing Company.

What's nearby

  • Mount Pleasant Ski - 6 min drive
  • Edinboro University - 9 min drive
  • Edinboro Lake - 12 min drive
  • Splash Lagoon - 24 min drive
  • Presque Isle Downs and Casino - 28 min drive

Getting around

  • Erie, PA (ERI-Erie Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Riverside Brewing Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Supreme - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lickety Split - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Edinboro Hotel - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Vintage Farmhouse ~ 2 1/2 Mi to Mount Pleasant Ski

Set on an 87-acre working farm and just minutes from skiing, this remodeled vacation rental offers access to four seasons of recreation! The 2-bedroom, 2-bath house boasts a full kitchen, and a spacious deck with seating and a gas grill for barbecues with views of grazing animals. You'll be a short drive from Lake Erie beaches, and moments from antique shops in Cambridge Springs. With the Chautauqua Institution and Edinboro around the corner, you'll be making memories in no time!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Cross-Country Skiing | 4 Min to Edinboro | Pet Friendly w/ $50 Fee (+Fees & Taxes)

Bring the whole crew to stay at 'Hard Aground Farm' for a rustic retreat surrounded by farm animals, winter recreation, stunning fall foliage and unforgettable times with friends and family.

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed, Twin Bunk Bed | Office: Full Futon | Living Room: Single Foldout Futon

OUTDOORS: 87-acre farm, cross-country ski trails (not groomed), snowshoeing, furnished deck, gas grill, garden w/ blueberry bushes, horses, cattle, chickens, cats, pastures
INDOORS: Flat-screen TV, wood-burning stove, 6-person table, open beams, comfortable seating, vintage style & decor
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, Keurig w/ pods, toaster, spices, cooking basics, dishware & flatware
GENERAL: Free WiFi, washer/dryer, linens/towels, ceiling fans, hardwood floors, window A/C units, central heating
FAQ: Pet fee (paid pre-trip)
ACCESSIBILITY: Steps required for entry, 2-story home, bathroom w/ shower & bedrooms on 2nd floor
PARKING: Driveway (5 vehicles), 7-acre field (additional parking)

-- THE LOCATION --

OUTDOOR REC: Snowshoeing (on-site), cross-country skiing (on-site), Mount Pleasant of Edinboro (2.4 miles), canoeing French Creek (3.1 miles), Peek'n Peak Resort (30.0 miles), hiking
DRINKS & DINING: Riverside Brewing Company (3.3 miles), Flip Cafe (5.6 miles), Edinboro Hotel (5.6 miles), Empty Keg (5.7 miles), Lakeside Bagel & Deli (6.1 miles), Charlie's Pub & Eatery (6.6 miles)
ATTRACTIONS: Goodell Gardens & Homestead (5.8 miles), Hurry Hill Farm Maple Museum (8.8 miles), Chautauqua Institute (54.6 miles)
ERIE: Splash Lagoon (15.7 miles), Erie Zoo (20.4 miles), Presque Isle Beach (33.3 miles)
UNIVERSITIES: Edinboro University (5.4 miles), Allegheny College (15.1 miles), Mercyhurst University (20.2 miles), Penn State Behrend (25.0 miles), Gannon University (28.1 miles)
GOLF: Riverside Golf Course (3.7 miles), Culbertson Hills Golf Club (6.4 miles), Sunview Golf (7.3 miles)
AIRPORT: Erie International Airport (21.8 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly with a $50 fee (+ fees & taxes)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- The property is located on a working farm with livestock, cats, dogs, and chickens
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This 2-story home requires stairs to enter. Both bedrooms and the bathroom with a shower are located on the 2nd floor
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, a stovetop, and a microwave. Conveniences include a desk and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and an arcade/game room.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games room
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Stereo
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Gas grills
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near coin laundry

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Kayaking on site
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hunting 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1500 sq ft (139 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Vrbo Property
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Vintage Farmhouse 2.4 Miles to Mount Pleasant Ski!

Vintage Farmhouse ~ 2 1/2 Mi to Mount Pleasant Ski Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 43 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway
Beautiful property. Loved everything it offered. Kihm and Hope were excellent hosts. Surprised with lettuce abd beans from their garden-delicious. Blueberries on site made from a great desert. Loved the view from the barn deck. Darrell is now my 3rd favorite cat. We enjoyed feeding the horses and hearing Kihm's stories. Great vacation thanks to them.. we'll be back
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
We could not have had a better stay. I’m reluctant to leave such a good review because I selfishly want to be able to book a stay again in the future with ease! All jokes aside, everything was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Conrad F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family fun time
Great experience, very comfortable and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marguerite C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Setting
This is the most well stocked VRBO in which we have stayed. Eggs from then farm chickens was such an added touch. The setting is beautiful. My daughter’s graduation pictures ended up looking like we picked a professional photographer. Note, the shower is upstairs only and the steps are steep. There is a deep bathtub downstairs, but for my older family this presented a challenge.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely a wonderful place for a family getaway! The only bad thing was we couldn't stay longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving Stay
We stayed over Thanksgiving since my kids are going to college at Edinboro. We enjoyed it quite a bit. It was very nice and a great place to relax. We would gladly stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gerald A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gem
Great property Great hosts Great location Great relaxation
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Farmhouse retreat
Amazing hosts, serenely beautiful setting, well-stocked kitchen. Great escape for city folk A rare treat!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

JJ D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Always just what you need.
This was our third time at Hard Aground. Always an amazing experience. We had my parents join us for a few days. Plenty of room for everyone to be more than comfortable. Of course they didn’t want to leave. Who does? I would recommend this experience to all!! Kihm and Hope are always accommodating and quick to answer any questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family weekend getaway
My husband, myself, our daughter, son in law, and our 5 year old grandson had a wonderful weekend at the Hard Aground Farm. Our grandson loved feeding the animals, and exploring around the farm. It's a great place for all ages. Quiet atmosphere, in a beautiful country setting. The farm house is equipped with everything you need. The owners were very kind and welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderfully peaceful and enjoyable family getaway !!!
This farm has something special about it that warms the heart and allows for intimate social gathering. The farm owners, Kihm and Hope, were terrific hosts. They are both very kind and interesting people who are readily available but provide space for guests to fully enjoy their endearing farm. The were very inviting and allowed interaction with the farm animals for our young ones to enjoy !! Being secluded yet close to regional activities made this vacation so special. Very clean accomodations and fine accoutrements. I highly recommend this property for anyone and hope to revisit in the near future !!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptional hosts
Kihm and Hope are warm and welcoming people, and their property is lovely. The house has absolutely everything a guest could need plus more. If you are looking for a quiet respite in the country, this is it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deanna H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Place!!
Living on a farm was a wonderful experience. We all had a great time including our 3 doggies. Highly recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl F.

Liked: Cleanliness
The owner was fantastic. My granddaughter loved him.
Excellent property and owner. I recommend to anyone that wants a quiet get away that is close to groceries, restaurants and the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Memorial day weekend
Had an amazing stay. The house was adorable and very cozy. We had a great view with the barn in the back. My kids and I all enjoyed being able to feed the horses and chickens as well as collecting eggs and meeting the bull, stear, and yearling cow. They were curious but not enough so to stay to close. We had a fire where we cooked hobo pies and smores. Absolutely loved our stay. Kihm and Hope were awesome!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Torrie

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful time. The house was very well stocked with everything we needed, from cooking spices to extra linens. Our hosts were very quick to answer any questions, and made my family very welcome. My daughter especially loved to help find chicken eggs each morn. House was centrally located to many restaurants and amenities, and the local dollar general was very well stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

JJ D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter Wonderland
Is there a better place to be snowed in at then Hard Aground Farm…. I think not. With everything snow covered and frozen we weren’t sure how our get away would go! It was amazing. Beautiful views, such a warm cozy house, and all the amenities you could want. Our dogs absolutely love to play around the barn and yard. Don’t let the cold and snow stop you. This is the place to stay! We had just as much fun here in the winter as we did this fall! Kihm and Hope truly make you feel like you are Home!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

katharine B., Pittsburgh

Liked: Cleanliness
What a lovely escape
This rental had stars, horses, a sweet barn cat, chickens, big sweeping views. Inside, it was cozy with modern kitchen amenities. We played old records that made me cry for my childhood. Lots of warm blankets and a big cozy bathtub. I am hoping to book a trip back right after I hit submit on this review.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deb E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Don't Miss out on Hard Aground Farm!
The home and property were fantastic. We felt very welcome and comfortable in the home. The owners had the home well prepared and stocked down to fresh eggs in the frig and peppers from the garden. The kids loved giving the horses treats and had room to run and ride bikes between the rain drops. Even with the bad weather while we were there, we found plenty to do within a 30 mile radius and even drove to Niagara Falls. I recommend this property to anyone and may return myself. Cambridge Springs has a rich history I was not even aware of when we made the reservation and the fall colors were beautiful.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Megan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
So many thoughtful details here
We stayed at Hard Aground Farm for two nights to celebrate our daughter's birthday and we had a wonderful time. She was so surprised to find a gift basket waiting for her when we arrived! The house was very well stocked with everything, including games and puzzles, which was a lifesaver when it rained for one day. Our host Kihm was very nice and we got to feed the horses and chickens during our stay. The fresh eggs in the fridge were another nice surprise. There were multiple restaurant recommendations and maps in the house which were helpful (we loved Riverside Brewing Company and the golf course restaurant). We brought our dog and Kihm even had a little chew toy for him. He loved it. So many thoughtful details to make Hard Aground Farm a home away from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

kim k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place to stay with kids!
This property was perfect for my family! We were visiting Edinboro University for my Induction into the Hall of Fame for soccer and we wanted to stay on a farm for the kids. The kids loved all the animals and feeding the horses! It was an awesome place and the owners took great care of us!!! We would definetly recommend this place to friends/family and hope to stay here again one day!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

JJ D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
My wife and I along with our 2 Dogs visited here for an extra long weekend and we could not have picked a more perfect place with more caring and attentive hosts. (Not at all intrusive. Just very friendly, informative, and accessible as you need them to be or not be.) The entire experience is just incredible. From the beautiful views, the access to all of the amenities the farm has to offer, and the relaxing peaceful feel of the entire property. And the house itself feels like home right away. You have to play that record player., with a stellar selection of records. The pictures, as good as they all are, don’t do any of it justice. So spacious. Great space for us and our fur family. I would highly recommend this to all! Pro-Tip: Donuts at the local market are only on Fridays. So stock up for the weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Barb K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Getaway
We had a great time at the farm and the surrounding areas. Our grandkids enjoyed feeding the horses and playing with the cat. The owners are very knowledgeable about the area and fun to talk to! We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

Liked: Cleanliness
I never wanted to leave the porch.
Hands down, the best part of our stay was the hours we spent on the porch. It was a wonderful view, quiet, and there was plenty of seating for our group of 7, plus a handful of friends who came for an evening, too. The kitchen was EXTREMELY well stocked--both with cooking tools and food basics--the fresh eggs were a delicious bonus. There were plenty of towels, pillows, and blankets, including several blankets for our four-footed family member. The record player and record collection was a hit with 3 generations. Wifi was great. Inside seating was plentiful for the full group, as well, which isn't always the case. For those traveling with family members or friends with mobility challenges, it should be noted there is only one shower and it is up a steep set of shallow stairs. There is a giant claw foot tub, though, on the first floor. We had a great visit, and the host was incredibly responsive to our text questions. We never waited more than a few minutes for a text back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful retreat!
My family and I had an amazing time! Khim and Hope were so kind amd had everything you need at the house to have a good time. We all loved the animals and barn, the barn balcony was my personal favorite! We will be visiting again for sure!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021