Skip to main content
Entire home

Penn State Retreat - walkable 4 b / 2 b with game room

Holiday home with kitchen, 8-minute walk to Pennsylvania State University

Photo gallery for Penn State Retreat - walkable 4 b / 2 b with game room

Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV
Terrace/patio
Games room
Happy Valley is your home away from home at this comfortable, family-friendly 4-bedroom retreat. Prepare a meal in the newly renovated kitchen and gather around the custom-made dining room table. Relax on the front porch swing or unwind with games like darts, pool, shuffleboard, corn hole tables and poker in the large game room.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101617 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly

Add dates for prices

About this property

Entire place

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

Penn State Retreat - walkable 4 b / 2 b with game room

Holiday home with kitchen, 8-minute walk to Pennsylvania State University
Along with laundry facilities, this smoke-free holiday home has an arcade/games room and a garden. Other amenities include barbecues. The holiday home provides a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as 2 bathrooms and a washing machine, and other amenities include a dining area and a TV.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,617 square feet

Similar properties

Exterior
Walk to Beaver Stadium! Walk to Bryce Jordan Center!
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, 14 reviews
Walk to Beaver Stadium! Walk to Bryce Jordan Center!

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

609233

About the area

Map
State College, PA

What's nearby

  • Pennsylvania State University - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Penn State University's Blue and White Golf Courses - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Palmer Museum of Art - 5 min drive - 1.8 km
  • The Arboretum at Penn State - 6 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Pegula Ice Arena - 8 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • State College, PA (SCE-University Park) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Vibe Coffee Co - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tadashi #2 - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪HiWay Pizza Pub - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Penn State Retreat - walkable 4 b / 2 b with game room pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Penn State Retreat - walkable 4 b / 2 b with game room?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Penn State Retreat - walkable 4 b / 2 b with game room?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Penn State Retreat - walkable 4 b / 2 b with game room?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Penn State Retreat - walkable 4 b / 2 b with game room located?

Located in Holmes-Foster, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania State University. Penn State University's Blue and White Golf Courses and What-A-Blast Extreme Laser Tag are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Reviews

Penn State Retreat - walkable 4 b / 2 b with game room Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Emily H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Pleasant stay in State College

Lovely home, close to Penn State campus, great for large groups! The home is a dream stay for Nittany Lion fans Well equipped home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was clean and the stay was great. Only issue was that although the downstairs was nice and cool, the upstairs was very hot.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas K.

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

Great news place

Fantastic place for visiting Penn state with families
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful home and Sarah was so nice and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry O.

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

Family gathering and the house was perfect!

The house was so perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arleen D.

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

GREAT STAY!

We were taking our daughter to visit Penn State and had some friends join us. We had such a blast. The game room was fuuuun! And we walked everywhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Tiffany S.

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

Great location

There were knife marks in countertops. We were blamed and absolutely did not do it
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patti M.

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

Thanksgiving stay

We had a wonderful stay during the week of Thanksgiving. The dining room was perfect for thanksgiving dinner. The living room was perfect for watching football after dinner. We also enjoyed the game room. The beds and linens were very comfotable
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma W.

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

The best PSU home

The host's are very responsive and helpful. The property is wonderful - walkable to downtown, clean, plenty of space, well decorated, great game room, great yard!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa M.

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

We had the best time!

We have stayed in many houses, but this was by far the best experience! The host, Sarah, has everything that you’ll need. She was also very responsive to questions we had. The house is a great combination areas to spread out and maximizing sleeping space. The game room was a blast with the teens and adults. The back yard is huge and the grill cooked for all 10 of us easily! We will book again for our next tournament!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marci C.

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

A Perfect Family Reunion

We had a great time for our holiday family reunion here! We booked at the very last minute and the entire stay was stress free. We had a quick question for the VRBO owner and she got back to us in minutes. I would recommend this home in an instant. And I want go back ASAP!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clint P.

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

Penn State Stunner!!!

Such a cute and comfortable home with so many amenities! Detached game room, big dining room table for the whole family, and privacy fence made it perfect for a trip with the family as well as our dog. We visited to go to Tussey Mountain and see our daughter up at school but this place would be amazing for a pregame tailgate before a game. I could definitely see us renting this home again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila P.

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

A Very Welcoming property

We spent a long weekend in Penn to visit our college student daughter for her birthday and brought her dog along for a surprise. After a long drive, we were so pleasantly impressed with this house and backyard facilities. The home is cosy yet spacious enough with so many ‘Penn stater touches. Plenty of linens and supplies as well as a beautifully well stocked kitchen. Bedrooms aren’t huge but beds are nice and big and there’s plenty of space to relax. Our dog was in heaven and quickly learned that outside meant ball throwing because the yard is so spacious! We enjoyed every part of our stay. We were a small group but it can easily accommodate a larger group for both sleeping and hanging out. We walked to college ace and back three nights which was great. From the football stadium it’s a little more of a hike but would be fine without you g kids. Sarah was a great communicator and house had easy access and parking. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

alex b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy J.

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

Wonderful place, especially for dogs!

This VRBO made us feel right at home at Penn State! We brought with us our new (well-behaved) puppy and we couldn't have asked for better accommodations. The backyard is spacious and fenced in, allowing me to sit out and work comfortably while the puppy roamed. The separate space with game tables was great for my teen and her friend to hang out. Great neighborhood and walking distance to a lot of restaurants and campus. The hosts were so lovely and communicated throughout our stay to make sure we had everything we needed. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025