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A Norman Rockwell setting one hour from State College

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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New Paris, PA
  • The Historic Lincoln Highway
    14 min drive
  • Old Bedford Village
    15 min drive
  • Blue Knob
    38 min drive
  • Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County)
    39 min drive

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About the neighborhood

New Paris

A stay at this vacation home places you in the heart of New Paris, a 3-minute drive from Mark Mock Memorial Park and 14 minutes from The Historic Lincoln Highway. .This family-friendly vacation home is 9.3 mi (15 km) from Blue Knob State Park and 10.5 mi (16.8 km) from Old Bedford Village.

What's nearby

  • The Historic Lincoln Highway - 14 min drive
  • Old Bedford Village - 15 min drive
  • Bedford Speedway - 15 min drive
  • Shawnee State Park - 21 min drive
  • Blue Knob - 38 min drive

Getting around

  • Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stooges Pub & Grub - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Cow - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Best Way Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Lion's Den Cafe - ‬3 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.

A Norman Rockwell setting one hour from State College

This property, while in the country, is still close to many interesting activities. The house is conveniently located near Johnstown, Altoona, Bedford and State College. The guest house is just 10 minutes off the turnpike.

There are brochures in the guest house for information on local places to visit. The brochures will direct guests to everything from spa's, shopping, antiques, bike trails, museums, covered bridges, hiking, skiing, and so much more. Very close to Shawnee state park and Blue knob state park.

I have been a life long antique and folk art collector as well as a shop keeper for over 25 years. The guest house showcases all that I love, antiques, folk art, quality reproductions coupled with my commitment to provide all the comforts of home. One of our guests wrote "the house is a great respite to decompress from the daily grind, sitting on the back porch listening to the birds sing."

This three bedroom house is on a 144 acre farm that is rich with history. The Spring Meadow farm was deeded in 1796 and the earliest owners were Quakers. Some of the Quakers that lived on this farm were involved in the underground railroad. Another interesting fact is just before the civil war President Buchanan would visit here. In the 1880's senator John M. Reynolds bought the farm at a sheriff sale. He had the road paved between the barn and the train station so he would have a smooth horse and buggy ride when he needed to head to Washington. It was the only paved road in the entire county. That is a sampling of the history here.

The guest house is nestled between the 1840's house and the barn. Come sit on the screened in back porch and sip coffee, tea, or drink of choice and enjoy the scenic views and the wildlife (birds, ground hogs, and deer). In the evenings you can grill out on the porch, swing in the hammock,or have a bon-fire. A great place to unwind with all the amenities of home.

We have hosted reunions, birthdays, quiet getaways and even weddings. Rent our Guest House and revisit life in simpler times.


Try a women's weekend! I have had many groups of women who have come and enjoyed a girls weekend. Some shopped, some cooked, some did crafts, some just enjoyed chatting with their friends, some have had a wine tasting party, and some have celebrated birthdays. No matter what they came to do, they all have enjoyed this guest house. Many are planning return visits. You can't go wrong spending a weekend with your girlfriends.






Keywords: House
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. A kitchenette is outfitted with a stovetop, a microwave, and a dishwasher. A Smart television along with a DVD player are provided for your entertainment.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a water park or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Liza Mishler

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: smoking only on the back porch or outside

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

A Norman Rockwell Setting one Hour From State College New Paris

A Norman Rockwell setting one hour from State College Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tom D.

Liked: Cleanliness
So cozy and comfortable...
This place is cozy country comfort at its best. Five of us had our annual knitting retreat in this super clean farm house. It is in south central PA but far enough away from the Penn State/State College craziness. There are two porches to enjoy the gorgeous views, one of which is enclosed. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

pam b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Place To Catch Up With Life-long Friends
We are five women in our 60s who have been friends since childhood. One lives in Philadelphia and the others in NE Ohio. The house is the mid-point and close to Bedford where we always spend the day shopping and dining. The house has plenty of room for all of us and has all the necessities. The beds are very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay…wish we could have stayed longer. Charming and comfortable home. Perfect for family time while attending my niece’s wedding.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian P., Ann Arbor

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
Nice rooms, fully supplied kitchen, and beautiful back deck and back yard. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

John S., Atlanta, GA

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable, Private Rental Property
Our family has stayed at this property several times. The house is quaint and is satisfactory for our short family trip. Using the property was easy and it had all of the basic amenities described. The WiFi was a little unreliable and improving this would be a nice upgrade. As long as you don't want modern styling or accommodations, this is a good property to rent.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing mini-vacation
This house was adorable!! Very clean and perfect for a girls’ weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
All the comforts of home!
The back yard is simply magical at night with the fire flies. Great authors on the book shelf. I loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Douglas H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
Everything was perfect. Couldn't be any better.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet, peaceful, relaxing!
This was our first time choosing a place to stay through Vrbo and even tho it was an older house, it was very nice, clean, and met all our needs for this trip to Pa. If needed, we would choose this home again.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet, beautiful property
The property is beautiful and very serene. We stayed here before and had the same relaxing experience. The home is very clean and nicely decorated. We felt right at home during our stay. The property is a great place to stay if you want a tranquil setting with plenty of room. We really enjoyed both times we visited and would return again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Getaway Weekend
We are a group of childhood friends who have been gathering for a getaway weekend in central PA for many many years. Bedford is the mid-way point and we’ve stayed at many different places in the area. We LOVED LOVED LOVED Lisa’s place. It was spotlessly clean, very homey and comfy, and had every item we would need (and more). We will definitely come back on our next visit to Bedford.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet country home
Enjoyed our second stsy in this clean, quiet, peaceful housr.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas Holiday
Thank you Liza for continuing to offer your VRBO. Its been 10 yrs since our 1st stay and it still offers all that we could possibly need. We enjoy the rural location, the ease of travel time to Bedford and the decor that makes it a comfortable home. Knowing you are nearby if we need anything is a plus too!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erica L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely perfect
My family and I journeyed apt to rural Pennsylvania for my nephews wedding. From the moment we arrived at this stunning guest house we felt like we were at home or visiting a relative rather than staying at a stranger’s house. Everything has been perfectly thought out. The beds were comfortable. The kitchen was fully equipped. The towels were luxurious and plentiful. The TV worked and we watched movies in the evening. Outside there was a fire pit, gazebo, swimming pool (closed for the winter) Plus an open and enclosed patio. I wish I could stay there forever I loved every minute of it. We will definitely be back. My family agrees 100% and really enjoyed your stay. We were four adults.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pamela W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Country at its best!
Our family likes to do small trips throughout the year, to see treasures close to home. This was a lovely home and was warm an comfortable...we will definitely be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a beautiful, quaint setting nestled in the hills of Pennsylvania. The house was charming and beautifully furnished, and the hosts were very accommodating. If we're ever in the area again, I'd love to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

John S., Atlanta, GA

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable, Private Rental Property
The property was satisfactory for our short family trip. Using the property was easy and it had all of the basic amenities described. The WiFi was a little unreliable and improving this would be a nice upgrade.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria D.

Liked: Cleanliness
LOVELY!
Very nice! Enjoyed the screened in porch..and everything very pleasant
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas R.

Liked: Cleanliness
As Advertisedv Beautiful
The process was very easy and there was plenty of info on things to do in the area. We loved the character of the house and the location. Wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robin G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Country Guesthouse
The spring meadow guest house is a lovely quiet farmhouse in the country. It is exactly as described and has all that you need for a comfortable getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Farmhouse
The house is just lovely. Stayed for two nights, would’ve loved to stay longer. It was quiet and the owners were very hospitable. Property tranquil and park-like with multiple birds, trees and large backyard. The home was decorated with antiques and primitive items; very well done The owner had many things available such as binoculars. Would love to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Bob H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Has all the basics
Having stayed in many excellent VRBOs, we may be spoiled. But this location would be improved if the owners spent a couple nights themselves to appreciate the little things that need improvement. for example the toilet flush valve downstairs is very difficult to use. A child could not make it work. the lights through are mostly bare bulbs, very harsh. The washer and dryer are backwards. Etc. PLUS this is a two story unit which was a problem for us. A careful re-reading of the description does cover that feature but it is not made very clear.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
This was our second time staying at this property. It is a great location when we visit with family who live in the area. We had absolutely perfect weather for our weekend exploring the surrounding counties. We spent time at the Flood Museum, Flight 93 Memorial, and even spent an afternoon at the Johnstown Polka-Fest! We were traveling with my husband's two sisters and they both loved eating our meals on the screened in porch, and we were able to enjoy an evening around the fire pit. We had dinner one evening at Jean Bonnet Tavern in Bedford--very good and nice a outdoor dining experience. We had a vey busy, but lovely weekend..Thanks Liza!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Picturesque setting.
This a lovely property with so much opportunity for fun times with family. A screened in porch, yard games, beautiful yard, a fish hatchery across the road. It's a delightful little spot to spend some time relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022