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The Mountain Lodge | 8 Bed, 3.5 Bath

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Exterior
Dining
Terrace/patio
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 24465 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Elliottsburg, PA
  • Little Buffalo State Park
    13 min drive
  • Juniata River
    31 min drive
  • Carlisle Fairgrounds
    42 min drive
  • Reedsville, PA (RED-Mifflin County)
    54 min drive

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About the area

What's nearby

  • Little Buffalo State Park - 13 min drive
  • Dickinson College - 41 min drive
  • Carlisle Fairgrounds - 42 min drive
  • Carlisle Barracks - 43 min drive
  • Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex - 50 min drive

Getting around

  • Lewistown Station - 45 min drive
  • Harrisburg, PA (HAR-Capital City) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪County Seat Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪April's Kountry Kitchen and Catering - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Shermans Valley Coffee Co - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Loysville Country Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Bear's Den & Pizza Shop - ‬7 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.

The Mountain Lodge | 8 Bed, 3.5 Bath

Overview

This five thousand square- foot lodge is the perfect place to relax and reconnect with those important people in your life. Our beautiful family room is filled with natural light, while a well- appointed kitchen awaits your culinary adventures. We have seven bedrooms, a loft with five bunk beds, and three and a half baths, with the second floor bath sporting a luxury shower. The outdoor kitchen has a gas and a charcoal grill and a gorgeous patio with a fire ring. There is a brand new basketball court for your enjoyment as well. Be sure and bring your own basketballs, as there are non at the lodge. There is no TV in the lodge.

Please be aware that is your trip will be in the winter, a four wheel drive vehicle is recommened. Two wheel drives will be just fine unless the lane is snow covered.

Bedroom 1- king bed with a baby crib available.
Bedroom 2- queen bed
Bedroom 3- queen bed
Bedroom 4- queen bed
Bedroom 5- queen bed
Bedroom 6- queen bed
Bedroom 7- queen bed
Loft- 5 bunk beds

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

- We kindly ask that there are no fireworks, loud music, or rowdy behavior.

- Check-in is at 3:00 PM and check-out is at 10:00 AM.

- Please be aware you will be charged 10% of the total trip at booking and the remaining 90% will be charged to the card on file, thirty days before check-in.

Location

The Mountain lodge is located in the heart of an Amish community that offers a unique and peaceful experience. Fifteen minutes from the lodge is 923-acre Little Buffalo State Park, offering hiking trails, Holman Lake, a grist mill & Blue Ball Tavern Museum. It is a lovely place to enjoy God's creation. Also, about fifteen minutes from the lodge is the Juniata River. The second largest tributary of the Susquehanna River, is a slow moving, low gradient river ideal for paddling, and is an angler’s dream. the Juniata River flows through a picturesque valley offering visitors a chance to explore the area’s wide fertile valleys, small towns, and the natural heritage of the region. From traditional fishing to fly fishing, kayaking to camping, the area’s waterways are the ideal setting for your next fishing trip or family vacation.

Tourist attraction: Appalachian Trail - Hawk Rock Overlook: Appalachian National Scenic Trail, Duncannon, PA 17020, United States ( 28 mins 18.6 miles )

Fort Hunter Mansion and Park: 5300 N Front St, Harrisburg, PA 17110, United States. ( 35 mins. 30 miles )

Preserved 18th-century mansion & other period buildings open for tours, plus walking trails Colonel Denning State Park: 1599 Doubling Gap Rd, Newville, PA 17241, United States ( 25 mins. 17.1 miles )

Public park with a lake & all-year recreation including ice fishing & camping plus miles of trails. Waggoner's Gap Hawk Watch: Waggoners Gap Rd, Landisburg, PA 17040, United States ( 24 mins 16.6 miles )
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

John Troyer Jr.

Languages

English, German

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Games room
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Mountain climbing 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: 4500 sq ft (465 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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 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

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The Mountain Lodge | 8 Bed, 3.5 Bath Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 45 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paula B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday gathering
7th time staying here and planning for more stays in the future
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Alexander C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and house !
I’m overall a great stay ! Kitchen and house was well equipped. The listing did not mention no alcohol and the only time we were informed was 3 days prior to check in. It should be noted that no alcohol is allowed (other than wine) on the listing. It would have nice to have the ability to adjust the heat as some of our guests bedrooms were cold and there was no ability to turn up the heat. The WiFi was also weak which was ok for steaming a movie on a projector but didn’t not allow for many guests to logged on and multiple users having access.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friendsgiving Year 4
The pictures do not do justice to this home. This home is massive and gorgeous. PLENTY of space for our families to have our annual Friendsgiving. The kids could play with no one getting under anyones feet. The water pressure in the showers were a little light however expected on a well. The outside area is wonderful for adults and children alike, plenty of space to congregate. Not a complaint but we had to laugh, the kitchen counters, cabinets and stove are extremely tall. The stove was almost to my shoulders and I am 5'6". There is a small stool however we used our coolers to stand tall enough to use it. It was definitely our joke for the weekend. Overall loved it and will be returning!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josiah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
House was nicer than we expected!
This was a great place to stay for the weekend. The pictures didn’t show the pool table and ping-pong table, so that was an extra. The house is very big and spacious, perfect for a large group! There’s a Pickleball net on the basketball court. You have to bring your own Pickleball equipment though. It has a gas fire place. The host was a little slow to respond when we first booked but got us all taken care of during our stay when we had questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay !
Was exactly what we needed ! Thanks !
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

karen t.

Liked: Cleanliness
Race group
The property more than met our expectations. Beautiful home. Spacious with enough single beds so no one had to sleep with someone else. Extremely clean. Huge problem with billing overcharge however and still waiting for it to be resolved.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful getaway
We had our women's retreat here and had a wonderful weekend. The place was just perfect for us. The large kitchen/great room was wonderful so we could be together while playing separate games. I did send a message or two that I didn't hear back from, but that didn't affect our stay. The kitchen could be better equipped for such a large group, the pots were not in best condition and there weren't any really big pots. No measuring cups/spoons. Not enough bowls for a group as large as the house can hold. These were all minor things for us though. Just wanted to include that for future improvements. I did not get an email about check in for some reason but they answered the phone when I called and provided the check in code. Thank you for sharing this wonderful home with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Kim S.

A good stay, large friend group
This was out 9th year of a mountain house weekend stay with the same group of families, with 8 adults and 9 kids, now ranging in age from 9-17. The bedrooms were spacious and there were plenty of them. We generally look for houses with a bunk room since the kids like to stay together, and this house had that option. Bathrooms were clean, and there were plenty of linens and towels. Plenty of living space for our group to spread out in, play games, great outdoor area as well. The kitchen itself could use a deep clean, many of the pots and pans were sticky, and the utensil holder and everything in it was very greasy. The stove is set up very high which made cooking a bit awkward, but we managed. We were not made aware ahead of time that alcohol was against the rules of this house. The cleaning people showed up a full half hour prior to our check out time and began cleaning the downstairs, which we felt was intrusive since we paid for a 10am check out. We did leave at 10am on the dot. All told, we did not let these things ruin our weekend and had a great time with our group.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Doris C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family gathering
The house was stunning, clean and roomy enough for all of us. We had a wonderful time. One issue we experienced was after a power outage the thermostat did not reset. So we spent one night without heat downstairs. Not too bad, but the thermostats are locked, so we were helpless to do anything until we stumbled upon the key. Reaching out to the owner was a slow, tedious process that morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday getaway
We book this home once a year sometimes twiced its a beautiful ho.e and they always have something different added each time we go back this time my kids where so excited to see a basketball court put in we have made so many memories to add with our childrem with the holiday getaway house will differently be back and if you book it promise you will not regrets it
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Maria D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house for large families to gather.
The house is very much as pictured. Very comfortable. Great kitchen for preparing large meals. The grounds are beautiful. Very peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Extended family weekend
Perfect home for our extended family. Something for everyone! Children had a blast! Best weekend ever!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynelle F.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great Girls Weekend
14 ladies enjoyed this wonderful mountain lodge for a weekend. The number of bedrooms made this location so appealing. Nice to have a long table to eat together. The outdoor fire area was enjoyed as well as the pickle ball court.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary and Kathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great lodge
Has everything for 6 mo to 18 years of age (pickle ball. Basket ball, pool table. Ping pong, playground, fire ring)
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jesse T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house for a getaway
We had a reunion with college friends and our families at this property, and it was wonderful! House was very clean when we checked in and plenty of space for our big group. The kids loved the playground, basketball/pickleball court, and open space for running around.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and Relaxing
The Mountain lodge exceeded all of our expectations. The pictures do not do this property justice, Its breathtaking and so well maintained. Upon arrival we were blown away by the beauty of the grounds and the home. It was so fun to relax and unwind with our families. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable relaxing house
The house is quite large and accommodated all of our needs. It was very clean and cozy. The AC was pumping so make sure to ask ahead of time to have access to the key to turn up the air; we were chilly!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place to stay
We stayed here with a youth group Beautiful place ,lots of room to play outside and to gather in the living room ! Very clean !
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristy K., Delaware

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Friend Getaway
We were a group of 4 families with 18 children between us all, and we had a great time relaxing, exploring, and playing games! The agent helped us through an issue with the home's HVAC and the space was perfect for us all to spread out and enjoy time together! It was quiet and secluded. Beds and bedrooms were comfortable, and the unpictured garage/game space was a bonus for us with a second fridge and game tables! The pictures did not do this place justice. Very clean and beautiful!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kody B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Family Spot - Great Experience
This place really is a gem. So much room for a large family to spread out both inside and outside. I highly recommend this property to anyone who needs a lot of space and appreciates a clean and open floor plan.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristi B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Better in person
We had our women's retreat here and it was a wonderful weekend. The house was the perfect place to connect and refresh. The great room and kitchen set up was perfect for a large group to be able to be together. The rooms were all comfortable and the kitchen had what we needed. It was colder so we weren't able to use the beautiful outdoor space but we did take a walk around the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yuqi Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Quite large cabin in the middle of the wood. Very spatial, great place for a weekend getaway with family and friends
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
New Years Getaway
We had a wonderful time! Plenty of room for a great family weekend. Lots of fun in the game room and doing puzzles and game playing. We did miss a tv mostly because we love football! The Wi-fi wasn’t really good for such a large group…. but it was lots of fun to just enjoy the time together! Thanks for a great weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Faye Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Gathering
Very large house in the middle of no where. Lots of room for everyone. Cooked all our meals. Long walks in the woods. Good for family.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paula B.

Liked: Cleanliness
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This is our 4th year renting John's house lots of room for family gathering even enjoyed the deer outside the window this year
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022