Somerset, Pennsylvania
Sited high on a wooded cliff overlooking the valley below with a beautiful trout stream, this cottage is located in the heart of the Laurel Highlands, just minutes to Vail's Seven Springs and Hidden Valley Resorts; Walk to restaurant or cross country ski to neighboring State Park. Short scenic drive to Fallingwater and Rafting at Ohiopyle.
This mountain cottage is the former home of the manager of the neighboring ski resort, and has many luxury amenities. It has been recently renovated while retaining lots of mountain charm. The living room features a 2 story stone fireplace with knotty pine atrium ceiling, skylights, 2 mission style sofas, recliner, and Smart TV with free on-demand video and WiFi access.
The new kitchen features stainless steel appliances including a dishwasher, full sized refrigerator, smooth top oven, built-in microwave, and Cusineart coffee maker. A butcher block kitchen island seats 2 for informal dining, while the adjoining dining area with handmade rustic lighting fixtures seats 6. The dining area has french doors which open up to a covered porch and outdoor eating area, providing a continuous indoor/outdoor seasonal living/dining area.
There are 3 bedrooms, all with knotty pine ceilings. A large master bedroom features a built in window seat and high-end, queen Sleep Number Mattress, with adjustable firmness to match your exact preference. Each of the 2 additional bedrooms sleep 2, with plenty of closet and dresser space and a half bath. Additionally there are 2 large sleeping sofas in the living room, and an inflatable mattress which can be used in the sunroom. The cottage sleeps 6 in bedrooms, but can accommodate up to 8 guests.
A top-of-the line LG Front load Laundry center provided further convenience. All plumbing and heating systems are new, with new bathroom fixtures, an efficient central heat pump for both heating and cooling, and individual room temperature controls. On a cold winters night, the stone fireplace with low maintenance gas firebox provides for additional heat and ambiance.
A big attraction of this property is the access to the outdoors. A large multi-level wrap around deck provides outdoor living space, and sits high above the bubbling trout stream in the valley below. The deck is built around a hemlock tree, which provides for pleasant summer shade. Huge rock outcroppings, mountain laurel, and ferns surround the property. Private trails provide access to a mountain spring and the stream, available for fishing (class 1 trout stream). The property is private, and backs to hundreds of acres of undeveloped mountain resort property. A trail leads directly to the adjoining state park, with lake, sand beach, and numerous hiking and picnic options.
A sun room provides a lovely place to enjoy the outdoors, even if the weather is not cooperative. It has heat and air conditioning and can act as a 4th bedroom via the inflatable mattress. With windows on 3 sides, rustic timber walls, and very a comfortable Lloyd Flanders Wicker set, it oozes with cottage charm!
Area attractions include ski and golf resorts, upscale winery (10 minutes), Frank Lloyd Wright's Fallingwater, White Water Rafting, Amusement Parks, and biking. Additionally, the neighboring resorts offer restaurants, spas, concerts, and summer day camps.
Had everything we needed for our family's quick ski trip and Dave was excellent to communicate with. Wishing we could have utilized more of the outdoor space. We hope to come back again to ski and again in another season. Really beautiful area and we loved the historic aspect of the cottage. Very tasteful! cottage.
The cottage was beautiful, very clean and accessible. We had windiws and ceiling fans on and it was better than air conditioning. Besides hearing the stream below, it was very quiet and serene. Would highly recommend to anyone who just wants to get away and relax. Planning on returning next year!!!!!
Very nice secluded cabin with lots of areas to rest and relax. Lots of space inside with enough area for all to have individual space and come together. Close by walking trail leading to a beautiful park.
We loved this property. It was perfect for our family of 5! My 3 daughters especially loved the air hockey table! We went skiing at Seven Springs and it was super easy to get there.
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This property is absolutely beautiful and serene, The drive wasn’t bad the turnpike wasn’t busy and it was a Nice scenic route so the drive was really pleasant.The house is beautiful and well-kept up they thought of everything some household items are provided although I brought my own,It’s a cozy cabin everything works well.The property is spacious and private.Min noise from the outside world nice retreat getaway.
Property was in a nice location, central to local amenities. We enjoyed staying at the property and all it had to offer, it was well suited for our needs. It could use a little updating, furniture/carpeted areas but beds were good and house was clean. David is a great host, easily accessable if needed and offer's good suggestions for things to do. Overall we had an awesome family bonding weekend!
The property is conveniently located to many great parks and trails. The cottage is well equipped and the fire pit in the back is perfect for relaxing in the evenings. We really enjoyed our stay and will visit the area again.
We live in NJ, it took us 4 1/2 hours and through 4 tunnels on the PA Turnpike. The house was quaint and cozy. Location was 30 minutes to Flight 93 memorial. Kooser state Park right down the road. Laurel Highlands State Park which I recommend is beautiful is 10 minutes from the house. Sitting outside the house on the wrap around deck, you can hear the roaring stream down below, somewhat drowns the traffic noise. The house is off of Glades Pike Road.. We had a fire one nite. Nice Adirondack Chairs with cup holder and wine glass holder. Internet worked great for us. The beds were comfortable. Tv has alot of networks, hard to find local news, but plenty of channels to go through. Our jack russells loved it there too.
We went in the summer and explored the countryside. First, the house itself is beautiful, set amongst many blooming laurels and beautiful hostas, amazing landscaping. We started quite a few outdoor adventures right from the house walking around Kooser, plenty of fun things to do nearby with trips down to Ohiopyle and Linn Run to go on natural waterslides, hikes through nearby Roaring Run. A great lauching pad for outdoor adventures in south central PA. The house was stocked with detergent for the dishwasher and other little amenities like that that some places lack. Loads of firewood and a great outdoor seating area. Host was incredibly responsive and polite, with a great guide to the area. My only complaint would be the moldy smells from living room and front porch room. The cabin itself looked very clean but even with lots of windows and a fan running still bothered some in my party a bit. The kids didn't mind at all and spent quite a few hours playing air hockey out on the four seasons porch despite it. Not enough to stop me from going back but some might be more bothered than others which is why I mention it.
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