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Family and Pet friendly, Lodge is 20 mins From Penn State, State College PA

Find your perfect blend of adventure and relaxation amidst 3,394 acres of forest and wetlands. Experience the best of Penn State Football weekends.

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Nestled in Central Pennsylvania, Moshannon Lodge offers a serene escape near Black Moshannon State Park. Unwind with hiking, fishing or kayaking then warm up by the fire pit; enjoy outdoor activities and explore nature at this spacious retreat.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen

About the area

Located in Philipsburg, this lodge is near theme parks. The Arboretum at Penn State and Creekside Rock and Gems are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Nittany Mall and Tyrone Farmers Market. Pegula Ice Arena and What-A-Blast Extreme Laser Tag are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Philipsburg travel guide
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Philipsburg, PA

What's nearby

  • Black Moshannon State park is an amazing bog, and when the sun sets, you can capture beautiful reflections in the boggy water. This spot in particular is just as quick walk down the trail, along a board walk. I photographed this directly on the viewing deck. To the right of where this shot was taken, you can see Kayakers paddling along the water most times of day, which can make for a great photograph as well. #BVS #Sunset #Pennsylvania
    Black Moshannon State Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Panoramic view of the campus of Penn State University in sunny summer day, State College, Pennsylvania, USA.
    Pennsylvania State University
    24 min drive - 31.8 km
  • Aerial View of Beaver Stadium
    Beaver Stadium
    28 min drive - 35.3 km
  • Black Moshannon Beach
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bryce Jordan Center
    29 min drive - 35.6 km

Getting around

  • State College, PA (SCE-University Park)
    34 min drive

Restaurants

  • Jackson's Bar & Grille
    13 min drive
  • Truckers Lot
    42 min drive
  • Six Yellow Chairs
    17 min drive
  • Brothers Pizza
    14 min drive
  • The Lodge
    14 min walk

About this property

Family and Pet friendly, Lodge is 20 mins From Penn State, State College PA

Property highlights
You can look forward to a water park, a firepit and a garden at Family and Pet friendly, Lodge is 20 mins From Penn State, State College PA. Adventurous travellers may like the boating and kayaking at this lodge. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Barbecues, games and smoke-free property
  • Snow sports gear and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guest rooms at Family and Pet friendly, Lodge is 20 mins From Penn State, State College PA feature comforts, such as fireplaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and dining tables.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Decks/patios, outdoor lighting and separate dining areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Games
  • Hot tub
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water park

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
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 required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Family Pet Friendly Lodge Makes Great Location for Events
Family Pet friendly Lodge makes great location for events.

Frequently asked questions

Is Family and Pet friendly, Lodge is 20 mins From Penn State, State College PA pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Family and Pet friendly, Lodge is 20 mins From Penn State, State College PA?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family and Pet friendly, Lodge is 20 mins From Penn State, State College PA?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family and Pet friendly, Lodge is 20 mins From Penn State, State College PA?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Family and Pet friendly, Lodge is 20 mins From Penn State, State College PA located?

Situated in Philipsburg, this lodge is within a 10-minute walk of Black Moshannon State Park and Black Moshannon Beach. Philipsburg Dog Park and Union Church and Burial Ground are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Reviews

Family and Pet friendly, Lodge is 20 mins From Penn State, State College PA Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 246 out of 262 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 262 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 262 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 262 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 262 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The lodge is clean, spacious, and welcoming! We all had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

sherry m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed the weekend for my nieces Bachelorette party with family and friends. We enjoyed the cabin. Everything was provided for us for a wonderful weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christa H.

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

Annual hunting trip

Clean, very accommodating, great location and friendly owners.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natasha E.

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

Beautiful, Clean Lodge!

We stayed the weekend and it was very clean and cozy. We had no issues with anything whatsoever, and the neighbors were very friendly! I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

becky s.

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

Great weekend

Very nice comfortable stay! The place is huge and perfect for a big group. We loved sitting out back on the deck and by the fire. The location was awesome right next to a walking trail and the beach was so close and convenient!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam B.

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

Good time

Kids had a blast. Great access to the park.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather G.

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

Comfortable and relaxing

This was our second visit to this cabin. We love the comfortable furnishings, large table for family meals, relaxing hot tub, and hiking trails just steps away.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

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

Fantastic Cabin Getaway

The Black Moshannon Lodge was a beautiful and rustic place that we absolutely loved! It was a spacious, yet cozy lodge, and the fireplace really put out some heat. We were surprised about how big it was as well! We will definitely be staying there again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica K.

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

Spacious and relaxing

We had a group of 6 and we just loved it. The area is so beautiful and there’s so much to do. We spent the one day just relaxing at the cabin because it was so nice there.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey S.

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

Cozy cabin

This was the perfect spot for a quick weekend getaway. We enjoyed being off the grid. The hot tub was great and the cabin was just as promised. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin B.

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

Great stay as always!

The property is clean and has everything one could want for a weekend in the woods. We meet here once a year for an annual fly fishing trip. We used to go to the cabins in the park but as we have aged, we realized we really needed a hot tub 😂. Amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

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

Comfortable and complete

We had a wonderful time. They have lots of bedding, towels, etc. Kitchen has everything you need to prepare meals and is a nice size. Lots of space for activities and relaxing. Can't go wrong with this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

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

Very nice place

We stopped camping last fall and wanted to spent time w extended family camping at black moshannon state park. Close to park and beach. Log cabin is very spacious. Enjoyed hot tub in evening for some quiet time. Beds are comfortable. No cell service, but we were OK w that. We would definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine G.

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

Wonderful stay!

We had a wonderful stay at the lodge. For a gathering with friends that included a couple children, this was a perfect place. Nothing fancy, but it was clean and comfortable and the huge dining room table, deck, and firepit were perfect for our group. One thing that I didn't plan for was the lack of cell service -- it was actually nice to be out of reach but I did have to drive to find service in order to pull up the door code to check-in, should have planned for that. Otherwise it was a smooth stay and we'd definitely come again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matheus P.

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

Hang out with my freshman friends!

This is the PERFECT location for you (out of state) to take your Penn State kid and his/hers friends for a weekend getaway. Its about a 30-minute drive from PS, and has no internet (great to connect nowadays), lots of trails, water, kayaks, hot-tup, great sky, lots of space to play and others. As per my kid and friends' comments, they had a weekend to remember in this place and for sure we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

RANDY D.

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

PSU White out

We were in town for the Penn State White out, the lodging was about 30 minutes away. The accomodations were clean and too much room for the 3 of us. We didn't take advantage of the trails nearby, fire pit, or hot tub but everything was in great shape.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul O.

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

Black Moshanan

One nit, no WiFi. Direct TV was great. We were able to watch the Pittsburgh Sports Network. Spacious, clean, comfortable with a fully equipped kitchen. Nice to have the linens and towels included too. Deck in the back had a picnic table, 4 Adirondack chairs, grill and a hot tub! Rain kept us from using the Firepit though. Firewood was not provided but you can buy some right across the street. Will be staying there again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn and Cathy M.

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

Great home away from home

The lodge was spacious and very clean. Comfortable bed. Good water pressure. Rustic with a lot of conveniences like a dishwasher, microwave, etc. Nice to have a hot tub to smooth those muscles after hiking, biking and kayaking! There’s a state park trail out past the fire ring that takes you to the lake where the kayak is moored. I’d say it’s at least a mile. Good to get the park map of the trails and explore! The state park pontoon ride is great, too. A naturalist tells you about the beaver, etc. as you cruise the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Sarah F.

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

Great rental to enjoy local activities or have a gathering of friends!

Overall we were REALLY happy with our stay. The comfortable living area, large dining space, and semi-secluded rear deck with a hot tub were the highlights of our visit. At home we enjoy 2 baths and a king size bed, so those were missed - but there were plenty of single-size beds to sleep in along with two couches and a futon. We had guests over for dinner Saturday evening and found the kitchen, pots, pans, and utencils supplied to be sufficient. I took my own crockpot. No paper towels were supplied - so next time, I'll remember to bring my own. I really appreciated the "Cheapy Tupperware" (aka: used & washed butter containers, cottage cheese containers, etc.) that were provided - when staying at a rental, I rarely remember to bring storage containers to take home leftovers, so that was a nice touch for me personally. Compared to other rentals we've had, we thought this place was a bit pricey for a single bath, two bedroom... but it's tough to find something in this area, so there aren't many options and I didn't feel it was WAY overpriced... I suppose it's "location, location, location"! If the opportunity arises, we’ll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great space as usual. Enjoyed our visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay as usual. 4th time out.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dina A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As always a great time! Property is beautiful and well maintained, cabin was immaculate.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke C.

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

Better than pictured!

Check in was easy, there’s updated Adirondack chairs on back deck and extra comfortable sofas in the living room. The lodge itself is so spacious and is perfect for a family gathering! Clean and perfect location for fishing, boating, and swimming in the state park.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

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

Excellent location & rental

Super clean, super responsive hosts and beautiful location!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri R.

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

Great place

We absolutely love this place!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023