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Serene Mountain Cottage on banks of McCullen Run Stream

Riverside cottage with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Dining
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
You can look forward to golfing on-site, a water park and a firepit at Serene Mountain Cottage on banks of McCullen Run Stream. Adventurous travellers may like the kayaking and cycling at this cottage. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and an arcade/games room.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101828 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

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

Serene Mountain Cottage on banks of McCullen Run Stream

CLEANING AND CARE: Fox Haven Cottage uses sanitizing cleaners for linens, in addition the kitchen and bathrooms are disinfected with bleach and disinfectant solutions. Disinfectant sprays are used on encasements, upholstery, rugs, door knobs, handles, pulls, remotes, and switches. We no longer taking back to back bookings and require 24 hour respite between property bookings. Earlier arrival means more time to enjoy at no extra cost! Guest booked with 24 hour respite can arrive at 12pm and depart at 12pm. We are doing our part to keep our property in tip top shape with monthly deep cleaning, grounds and maintenance care.

FOX HAVEN COTTAGE:
Enjoy the seasons in Laurel Highlands at Fox Haven Cottage! Fox Haven cottage sits on 1.6 acres of grand Hemlock-wooded land and is surrounded by protected nature reserve. The McCullen Run stream is home to native trout and runs through the property creating a natural walking path along its bank. The charming storybook cottage is quaint on the outside with a flagstone path, patio and fire pit, and relatively spacious on the inside comfortably sleeping 10 on beds. The cottage was renovated in 2016 clad with rustic white shiplap and stained pine-board. The kitchen is fully equipped with an electric cook-top with oven, remote controlled range hood, disposal, heated floors, wine chiller, and whole house water purification. The breakfast room has booth seating for lounging with trestle table for puzzles and card games and adjustable swing arm lamps for reading or remote working. The Living room has an large coffee table storing board games and a 60” smart TV (wifi capable), and working fireplace. Every window has beautiful views of the natural surroundings. The large roof deck provides stunning elevated views of the mountain side property, stream, and starry night sky. It is truly a woodland haven in every season!

Meals: Not provided

Suitability: Non Smoking, No Pets, Family friendly, Small group retreat.

Bedrooms: 4 Total, Sleeps 10
Bed 1: 1st Floor, Queen bed sleeps 2
Bed 2: 1st Floor, Queen bed sleeps 2
Bed 3: 2nd Floor, Trundle Bed Room sleeps 4
Bed 4: 2nd Floor, King Bed sleeps 2

Bathrooms: 2.5
Bathroom 1 First Floor, tub/shower and toilet with pocket door separate from double sink vanity
Bathroom 2 Second Floor, 48” shower, toilet and single 30” vanity sink.
Powder room First Floor

Dining: Seating for 10

Other Amenities: Roof top deck, large flagstone patio and fire pit, property is surrounded by nature reserve with a natural winding trail the full length of the property following McCullen Run Stream.
Attractions: (Within 5-10 minute drive) Historic Ligonier (shopping, dining, kids park), Fort Ligonier, Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art, Compass Inn, Antiques shops, The Pie Shop, Linn Run State Park (natural water slide and hiking), Idlewilde Kids Amusement Park and Soakzone waterpark, Laurel Mountain State Park and Laurel Mountain Ski Resort, Ligonier Equestrian Center, Inc., Other attractions in the area can be found by visiting the Laurel Highlands (Frank Lloyd Wright’s Falling Water, Seven Springs and Hidden Valley Ski Resorts, Greendance Winery and Sand Hill Berries, Rockwood Mill Shoppes and Opera House, Ohio Pyle biking/hiking/whitewater rafting, Statlers put-put golf and go carting, Quemehoning Resevoir or Laurel Hill for mountain beach swimming, Flight 93 Memorial, Laurel Caverns, Faith based summer camps and family activity centers.

Location Type: Waterfront – on banks of McCullen Run Stream surrounded by nature reserve.
Sports and Adventure: Summer: Hiking, rock climbing, ropes courses, kayaking, rafting, paddleboard, canoeing, fishing, golfing, cycling, mountain biking, zip line, cave spelunking, sporting clays, ATV parks, ropes course, swimming. Winter: Skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, cross country skiing, hunting.

General: Washer and Dryer, electric cook-top, counter top convection oven, radon system, whole house water purification system, radiant heated floors in kitchen, forced air heat and air conditioning, linens provided, High Speed Internet WiFi, Off-street parking for 6-8 cars. There are specific instructions for trash removal that must be followed to secure trash in animal detouring bins.

Keywords: cottage, cabin, rustic, modern amenities, quiet, secluded, retreat, charming, peaceful, storybook cottage, wooded, tranquil, mountain, stream, getaway, haven, stream/water front.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Pickleball
  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • 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
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycles
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Unit size: 1,828 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 12:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Serene Mountain Cottage on Banks of Mccullen Run Stream Cottage

About the area

Map
Ligonier, PA

What's nearby

  • Compass Inn Museum - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Fort Ligonier - 6 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Idlewild and SoakZone - 9 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Hidden Valley Resort - 29 min drive - 36.6 km
  • Seven Springs Mountain Resort - 35 min drive - 40.7 km

Getting around

  • Latrobe Station - 22 min drive
  • Latrobe, PA (LBE-Arnold Palmer Regional) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sheetz - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Forks Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Potato Patch - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Original Pie Shoppe - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Ruthie's Diner - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serene Mountain Cottage on banks of McCullen Run Stream pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Serene Mountain Cottage on banks of McCullen Run Stream?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Serene Mountain Cottage on banks of McCullen Run Stream?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serene Mountain Cottage on banks of McCullen Run Stream?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Serene Mountain Cottage on banks of McCullen Run Stream located?

This family-friendly Ligonier cottage is located on the waterfront, 1 mi (1.6 km) from Compass Inn Museum, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Laurel Ridge State Park and Fort Ligonier. Idlewild and SoakZone and Laurel Mountain State Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 211 out of 214 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 214 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 214 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 214 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 214 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice property, well kept!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dustin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fox Haven- great getaway

We have been staying at Fox Haven for several years now. It is a great little getaway. Property is always clean and well maintained. Always look forward to our trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nina G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful quiet cottage

It was a very nice quiet place to stay! The kids loved it, we caught crawfish like crazy everyday i think we spent more time in the creek then inside.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring Getaway

Beautiful/Clean/Easy to check in and check out.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great ski trip

the property/ cottage is located close to many outdoor activities, hiking in the summer and skiing in the winter. I have use the cottage for both in the last 8 months. Very scenic and rustic and very functional accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

PATRICIA S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Stay

Enjoyed this adorable cabin in the woods. The house was very clean and the grounds with the creek and mini waterfall exposed a very relaxing environment . Unfortunately it was too hot and humid to sit outside but we still enjoyed the view from the inside.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi V.

Great outdoor space

This place is awesome, I almost hate to review it because I plan to stay more often and I dont want the price to go up too much! Great attention to detail, very comfortable beds and owners easy to deal with. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dustin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend

As always, Fox Haven makes you feel at home. Very clean, everything you need and beautiful setting. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Return visit

This was our second visit, and just as lovely as the first! Our family had a great time at the house and exploring the local area hiking. The owners are great at communicating and make expectations clear and easy to follow, one of our favorite rental experiences!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful!

The adults kept repeating, “Perfect!” The grandchildren want to LIVE at Fox Haven. The house was clean and cozy. We were celebrating Easter and a birthday, and the kitchen had everything we needed for our feasts. When we insisted that the kids come inside, they appreciated the selection of games and puzzles. But the highlights by far were outside - the creek, the woods, the firepit! Absolutely beautiful and SO MUCH fun!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friends Weekend

Another lovely stay at our favorite place in Ligonier with our friends! Noelle and Justin are most helpful with every detail and truly do care about their guests experience. We will be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Simply perfect holiday!

We have frequented vacation rentals and I must say that this rental was the best! Every little detail was well thought out. We don't have any complaints! It sure was a fun Christmas weekend! Loved the stream and the grounds! Went on short hikes even though the temp was 0! Will rent again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hayley J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

Such an amazing property, house & experience. Family reunion of sorts with grandparents who live far away, & this was the perfect spot. We enjoyed exploring the creek & nearby woods, the fire pit, well stocked kitchen, super cozy feel & just being together. The owners were wonderful to work with, & you can tell this property is a labor of love for them. Thank you so much for sharing it with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Home away from Home

Amazing! Justin and Noelle's "Fox Haven" is a beautiful home on an incredible property. My wife and I enjoyed the invaluable time spent with our children and grandchildren. Our visit was for two days with a party of 9 that included 4 grandsons 5 and under. They loved the property, the woods, and serene mountain stream. The whole family went to Idlewild Park just a few minutes away, but I think all of us could not wait to return to "Fox Haven", our home away from home. I could not ask for a better place to spend with my family while traveling and wish to thank Noelle and Justin. "Fox Haven" will be our destination vacation home again in the near future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Natalie H.

all around PERFECT

There are seriously no words to describe how amazing this place is...and the owners could not have been more accommodating throughout the entire process. It felt like home from the moment we stepped through the door. The open layout was perfect for hanging out and playing games, and the outdoor space was awesome for enjoying the fire pit after hiking up the beautiful mountain. The sound of the stream flowing was just the perfect touch to the scenery. The kitchen had all the supplies we could ask for and more, and the kids could not get enough bumper pool! As much as we enjoyed the snow, I'm sure it is just as beautiful and entertaining in the summer...we are already trying to plan a weekend to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mark J.

A little slice of perfection tucked away in the Hills of PA!

This was our first experience at Fox Haven and I look forward to our next trip here! This place is fair priced, and is well taken care of by the owners. All of the descriptions and photos are 100% accurate (as of this writing), but they don’t do this place justice. The “family” atmosphere created by the open kitchen and dining room is perfect for our family get away. There is a nice little stream out the back that our kids had a blast in all weekend. Sadly, some of their cloths will need to be replaced due to too much fun! Every night, we were able to sit for hours around the very large outdoor fire pit. It had to have been the best part of the weekend. This place is one you shouldn’t pass up!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely & updated cottage in a beautiful setting

We had a wonderful visit at Fox Haven Cottage with our family (parents + 4 children, ages 4-11). The house is cozy and comfortable, with updated kitchen that was lovely and a beautiful open dining room / kitchen, surrounded by windows. All of the beds were quite comfortable and updated, clean bathrooms were lovely across the board. The home owners thought of so much for their guests - as the house was well stocked with plenty of kitchen items, games, puzzles, etc. Super convenient to Idlewild and Linn Run State Park. The stream in the back is gorgeous and peaceful. We enjoyed walking the grounds and relaxing in the woods! Hope to return someday. Thank you! (P.S. The Pie Shoppe is a few minutes down the road and had some of the best donuts and baked goods we’ve ever had).
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W., Pittsburgh, PA

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Idyllic spot to connect with nature

This is a belated review. We stayed in June 2020 and it was so restorative to spend a few days in Justin and Noelle's property. As great as the pictures of the house are, staying there was even better. With the large walls of windows in the kitchen and dining room, you truly feel like you are in nature The house is on a very unique spot that is sheltered from neighbors and has a fabulous view of the forest and river. You can hear the babbling of the river and birds singing all around which provided such a peaceful respite to the pandemic. The renovation of the house is very lovely, thoughtful and so functional. The house feels like a home away from home. Thank you so much for hosting us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Celia M.

Lovely mountain cottage with lots of Charm!

Fox Haven Cottage is the perfect place to vacation with children or adult couples. The photos and description on this site are only glimpses of the quality you'll find here. The cottage has been smartly designed and beautifully decorated to give each spacious room a cozy, comfortable feel. The wooded lot and creek the cottage sits on is gorgeous and has different outside seating areas to enjoy it all from. The large dining/kitchen area both with walls of windows provides lots of light and views of the woods, creek, and mountain too. We took a very scenic drive to Frank Lloyd Wright's Fallingwater, which was very impressive. We also enjoyed hiking in Linn Run State Park. All and all, we enjoyed this cottage and the Laural Highlands area very much. Our thanks to Justin and Noelle for sharing this cottage and for the explicit check in and check out instructions.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Heidi A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, peaceful, quiet, very clean, amazing property! Love the decor! The outdoor area overlooking the creek is so serene and a wonderful playground for our boys! Had an awesome stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amelia A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful family getaway!

We could not be more pleased to have stayed at this location for our multigenerational family vacation. It was beautiful, quaint and cozy and had everything we needed. The location was perfect! It felt secluded yet was close to many amenities! We cannot wait to return as a family! Thank you so much! :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was wonderful! What a view! The interior was pleasing to the eye, well designed spaces, and attention has been paid to detail, making this house very comfortable. The kitchen was well organized and had everything we needed. Loved the number of tables and seating areas! Our grandchildren spent much time in the creek! And we were so close to so many different things to see and do. We immersed the children in history at the Compass Inn and Fort Ligonier. We added a trip to the Ligonier library, Kentuck Knob, and The Lincoln Highway Experience. We enjoyed it all! Thank you for sharing this house! We would love to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway

The property was exactly as listed. It met every expectation above and beyond.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely spot to spend with good friends and kids

This is a clean, charming and well-designed spot that has all you'd want for an accessible getaway. It has wonderful proximity to Ligonier and the outdoors. The interior view of the adjacent stream and the outdoor space are transportive. We'd be happy to spend more time relaxing here.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fishing weekend

This is our second time staying here. I can’t say enough good things about this place. We love everything about it. Maybe someday we will actually catch a fish. Hope to see you again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025