This vacation home is located 10.4 mi (16.7 km) from Leonard Harrison State Park and 10.7 mi (17.3 km) from Colton Point State Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a dining area, and a refrigerator.
John J. Collins Memorial Park - 28 min drive - 15.0 miles
Colton Point State Park - 28 min drive - 9.3 miles
Leonard Harrison State Park - 30 min drive - 9.9 miles
Wellsboro Park - 46 min drive - 31.3 miles
Cherry Springs State Park - 50 min drive - 28.6 miles
Restaurants
Plaza Cafe - 29 min drive
Waldheim - 31 min drive
Main Street Coffee - 27 min drive
Subway - 28 min drive
Perma Stone Inn - 25 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.
Kettle Creek Hills Lodge: Exceptional Views!
Our spacious 3300 sq ft vacation rental accommodates 10 guests with 6 adult beds and 2 child beds. Featuring 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 2 cozy living rooms, it's your home away from home. Enjoy your time inside and out with an expansive deck and firepit overlooking the surrounding mountains. Located near Pine Creek, Ole Bull State Park, and Cherry Springs State Park, and with ATV and Snowmobile Accessibility - adventure awaits. Plus, the night skies are perfect for stargazing enthusiasts!
Sleeping Arrangements – sleeps up to 10
Main Floor: • Primary Bedroom: King bed, sitting area access to bathroom with rainfall shower, split heat & AC
Ground Floor: • Bedroom 1: Queen bed • Bedroom 2: King bed with workstation • Bedroom 3: Queen bed + 2 child-sized built-in bunk beds • Bedroom 4: Double bed + single bed
Bathrooms – 2.5 • Main Floor Bathroom1: Rainfall shower with access to primary bathroom and hallway • Main Floor ½ Bath • Ground Floor Bathroom: Shower/tub combo
Kitchen & Dining • Fully equipped kitchen with island • Large Dining table • Coffee options: Coffee pot and Keurig
Outdoor Space • Large deck with mountain views • Firepit for evenings under the stars • Near state parks for hiking, fishing, and outdoor adventures • ATV/Snowmobile parking available
Comfort + Convenience • Two living rooms with Smart TVs • Split heat and AC unit in the main living room • High-speed WiFi • Linens and towels included • Keyless check-in after 4pm • Parking for a trailer
• Starter home kit includes limited supply of: Toilet paper Paper towels Hand soap Dishwashing detergent Laundry detergent Trash bags (Guests should bring additional supplies for full stay.)
Location • Close to: Pine Creek Ole Bull State Park Cherry Springs State Park ATV & Snowmobile trails • Enjoy outdoor activities and scenic exploration
Travel Notes • AWD/4WD recommended November–April due to snow and terrain • Cell service may be spotty • Parking for a trailer
Security • Exterior security camera with audio monitoring front of home and entry door • Cameras for guest safety and property protection
Important Information • Guests must follow all DCNR ATV regulations • MVR Vacation Rentals, Inc. is not responsible for: Policy updates Violations or fines ATV-related accidents or injuries • Guests should verify rules with DCNR or local authorities prior to riding
Highlights • Large 3,300 sq ft vacation rental for up to 10 guests • Incredible Views • Perfect for stargazing • Located near Pine Creek, Ole Bull State Park, and ATV/Snowmobile trails • Two living rooms for relaxation • Ideal for family gatherings, multi-generational stays, or outdoor enthusiasts • Parking for trailer
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 2.5 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. The bathroom offers a rainfall showerhead and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board. Bathrooms are shared.
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Security system
Fire extinguisher
General
Unit size: 3,300 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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, a security system, 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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
Property is also known as
488448
Frequently asked questions
What's there to see close to this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Gaines, close to John J. Collins Memorial Park.
Is there parking available at Kettle Creek Hills Lodge: Exceptional Views!?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.
Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
What amenities will couples enjoy at Kettle Creek Hills Lodge: Exceptional Views!?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this vacation home include a rainfall showerhead, a smart TV, and a kitchen.
Does Kettle Creek Hills Lodge: Exceptional Views! have a hot tub?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home include breakfast service?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Does Kettle Creek Hills Lodge: Exceptional Views! have connecting rooms available?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Are there rooms with balconies at Kettle Creek Hills Lodge: Exceptional Views!?
No, you won't find house with balconies at Kettle Creek Hills Lodge: Exceptional Views!.
Kettle Creek Hills Lodge: Exceptional Views! Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jàmes B.
Jun 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Getaway
The property was beautiful and the view was amazing. The house was very clean and well equipped. The location was perfect for our group of 10 to ride SxS from. We will definitely stay here again.
Jàmes B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Gail K.
Aug 18, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Huge, lovely house -- perfect for our family!
We had a mini-family reunion--11 of us and needed a place within ~4 hours from Pittsburgh and ~ 4 hours from Kingston NY as we only had 3 nites to get together.. House was super clean, incredibly well-equipped throughout (kitchen, laundry, games, kids toys and books, BBQ grill, lush towels, etc), new appliances throughout (way nicer than the ones I have at home....truly). Floor plan of upper floor was PERFECT for us as the 3 youngest in the family are 10 months, 12 months and 2.5 years---huge open space gave these little ones tons of space to crawl and play. The 12-month old could push his wagon (walking) by himself 20 feet from living room over to kitchen--he was so happy! We enjoyed several outings (a 30-min drive to short 1-mile round trip hike to scenic overlook (doable even with the little ones) then a half-day trip into Wellsboro). The property is super quiet, very cool at night (August) (no AC needed), and a beautiful, calming view. Huge wrap-around deck--perfect for the 2.5 year old to run run run! Clearly the owners put a lot of thought and care into outfitting this property. We all made some great lasting memories from our time together here. I hope other families get to enjoy it as much as we did.
Gail K.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Melanie W.
Jul 17, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptional Country Vacation
Property was just as expected. Well stocked kitchen and linens. It was a great place to get off the grid. Shopping and conveniences are about 20-30 minutes away. Mountain views and night time stargazing were without compare. The Germania Hotel, and the little country store were a blast from the past with delicious burgers and cheese steaks. The only drawback was a very rutty, rocky drive to the property, but that was disclosed and expected. We will definitely be back.
Melanie W.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
6/10 Okay
Melissa G.
Nov 6, 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness
Beautiful House with a Bug Problem
I messaged the property manager a week ago with no response, so it doesn't look like any action is to going to be taken to fix the issues we brought up. Because of that, I wanted to give other guests a heads up. This house was beautiful and had an amazing view as the leaves changed color, but it has a serious bug problem. Our adult group of 5 had to have killed over 100 flies in our week there. We weren't leaving doors open and could find no reason for how they were getting in. The basement had a significant spider problem as well. We found spiders in the first two beds that we chose. We must've found more than 2 dozen spiders in total. There were spiders and cobwebs in every corner of the basement. This was a beautiful house, but it was hard to relax with all of the bug problems. If those were taken care of, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it.
Melissa G.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Wanda K., Oley
Sep 18, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great views
Nice house for our stay. It was exactly what we needed for our family of 5. There was somethings I would change but definitely not a deal breaker on whether i would go back or not. It was a fantastic house and worked for what we needed
Wanda K.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Adrienne D.
Aug 2, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
An amazing house!
Kettle Creek Hills Lodge is an amazing house for a large family or several families! 4 families shared this house while we were in the area for the Pa Little League State softball tournament. This house is located in a beautiful location and is outfitted amazingly. It was the perfect home base for us for a week, felt like a home away from home. Such a well set up house from the floor plan, bedrooms, and amenities included. The property management company was wonderful to deal with as well! Quick response to emailed questions and were willing to help us out with our flexible schedule needs! Would absolutely stay here again and recommend to others!
The house is great! Everything you could need in the kitchen. Beds were comfortable. View was awesome!
Kathy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michael K.
Jun 26, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
Property was just as described. We were a group of motorcyclists that found the property perfect for our needs. Would highly recommend the roads throughout the area for other bikers. Roads were twisty with elevation changes and hardly any traffic.
Michael K.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tami H.
May 30, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Memorable weekend
This pristine house is the perfect remote place to enjoy a view that goes forever as you rest and relax or travel a short distance to ride bike or hike in several State Parks. We explored 3 PA State Parks in 3 days.