Lion’s Lookout | PSU Retreat w/Hot Tub & Game Room

Bellefonte, Pennsylvania
$1203 avg/night
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Bath 4

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Sleep 14

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Lion’s Lookout
Close to Penn State. Far from the Chaos.

Welcome to Lion’s Lookout, an amenity-packed 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath Penn State–themed retreat located in a quiet, upscale Bellefonte neighborhood. You’re close enough to enjoy Penn State games, events, and nightlife when you want it — and far enough away to return to a peaceful neighborhood at the end of the night.

Thoughtfully designed for multi-family stays, alumni weekends, and group getaways, Lion’s Lookout offers the perfect balance of proximity, comfort, and space. Instead of staying downtown and dealing with traffic, crowds, and late-night noise, guests love being just minutes from Bellefonte, a charming river town with excellent restaurants, coffee shops, breweries, boutiques, and scenic streets — all without the campus frenzy.

With two separate living rooms, a private garage game room, hot tub, and 11 TVs, this home gives everyone room to spread out while still coming together for unforgettable game days and relaxing evenings.

Perfect For

Penn State football weekends
Graduations & campus visits
Concerts & events at Bryce Jordan Center
PSU hockey games at Pegula Ice Arena
⛷ Ski trips to Tussey Mountain
Multi-family vacations & group getaways
Alumni trips that prefer great food, space, and quieter evenings

Prime Location

5 minutes to downtown Bellefonte (coffee shops, restaurants, brewery, boutiques)
12 minutes to Beaver Stadium
12 minutes to Bryce Jordan Center
15 minutes to Pegula Ice Arena
15 minutes to Penn State Main Campus
20 minutes to downtown State College

Enjoy fast access to campus when you want it — and a calm, upscale neighborhood when you don’t.

Outdoor Living

Unwind after a day on campus or exploring the area:

6-Person Hot Tub
Covered patio with seating & propane fire pit
Propane grill for group cookouts
Outdoor glass basketball hoop (driveway)
Parking for up to 6 vehicles

Interior Highlights

Designed for groups that want togetherness and separation.

Two Spacious Living Rooms (Rare & Ideal for Groups)

Main Living Room
• Three large couches with seating for 7–10 guests
• Gas fireplace
• Large-screen HDTV
• Open-concept flow to kitchen & dining
• Gorgeous high-top bar “lookout” with mountain views

Second Living Room
• Large sectional sofa
• Large-screen HDTV
• Infinity Game Table for digital board games
• Perfect for kids, movie nights, or dual game viewing

Kitchen & Dining

• Fully stocked gourmet kitchen
• Large dining table seating 10
• Kitchen island seating for 4 additional guests

Library & Lounge Space

• Cozy reading and relaxation area

Dedicated Workstation

• Two desks with dual monitors & docking stations
• Two comfortable office chairs
• Ideal for remote work or extended stays

Finished Garage Game Room (Guest Favorite!)

Your private entertainment hub includes:

• 3 arcade games
• Ping pong table
• Foosball table
• Shuffleboard table
• Mini basketball hoop with rug court
• 3 large-screen TVs
• High-top bar tables & stools

Perfect for game-day watch parties, kids’ tournaments, and late-night fun.

♠️ Flexible Poker / Games Table

• Poker table located behind the main living room couch
• Seats up to 6 guests
• Tabletop flips to convert from poker felt to a solid surface
• Works great as a second dining table, kids table, or game night hub

Entertainment Throughout the Home

• 11 total TVs throughout the house
• Ideal for football weekends, movie nights, and multi-screen viewing
• Everyone gets their own space without missing the action

Bedrooms & Sleeping Arrangements

Each bedroom is uniquely themed to celebrate Penn State and State College culture.

Primary Suite
King bed
• Nittany Lion theme
• Ensuite bath with jacuzzi tub & walk-in shower

Second Master / Guest Suite
King bed
• Penn State Blue Band theme
• Ensuite bathroom

Guest Bedroom
Queen bed
• Historic Penn State colors tribute

Kids Bunk Room
Queen-over-Queen bunk bed
• THON tribute
• “FTK” themed for kids

Basement Guest Suite
Two queen beds
• Ensuite bathroom
• State College favorite bars theme

Bathrooms

4 full bathrooms + 1 half bath
• Modern finishes
• Stocked with towels, shampoo, conditioner & body wash

Pet Friendly

Up to 2 dogs welcome
• Must be house-trained
• No cats or other pets

The Bottom Line

Lion’s Lookout is ideal for guests who want to experience Penn State and Happy Valley — but prefer space, comfort, great food, and quieter evenings once the day winds down.

Once guests discover Bellefonte, they usually don’t want to stay anywhere else.

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Rates & Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • SKI

    Cross-country Skiing And Snowboarding Nearby
  • PETS

    Pet Friendly
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 4000 Sq Ft (372 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Ice Maker Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Garden
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub
  • BATHROOMS

    Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Jetted Bathtub Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Computer Monitor Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Cycling Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking Nearby Hunting Nearby Ice Skating Nearby Kayaking Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Swimming Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Arcade/game Room Foosball Table Games Table Tennis Video Games Video Library Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Highchair Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Village In The Mountains Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 14

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Holly H.

    Submitted Feb 17, 2026

    Stayed Feb 14, 2026

    We had a great time at Lion's lookout. We appreciated the detailed communication from the host. The beds were very comfortable and the layout gave us plenty of room to spread out. The kids loved the game room and the gaming console.

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$1,203+
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