Skip to main content
Entire home

Grouseland's Pondside Vacation Cottage. Pet Friendly.

Photo gallery for Grouseland's Pondside Vacation Cottage. Pet Friendly.

Exterior - Grouseland's Pondside Vacation Cottage. Pet Friendly. (Clearville)
Property grounds - Grouseland's Pondside Vacation Cottage. Pet Friendly. (Clearville)
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Grouseland's Pondside Vacation Cottage. Pet Friendly. (Clearville)
Interior - Grouseland's Pondside Vacation Cottage. Pet Friendly. (Clearville)
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Grouseland's Pondside Vacation Cottage. Pet Friendly. (Clearville)
Our Vacation Cottage offers a tranquil retreat, nestled in 100 acres of woods and overlooking a serene pond. Enjoy the luxury of a fully furnished living space, unwind on the huge deck or soak in the hot tub under starry skies.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 442 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Add dates for prices

About this property

Grouseland's Pondside Vacation Cottage. Pet Friendly.

  • Our cottage is set back about a quarter mile from the road (all back roads here so minimal traffic noise), in nestled next to the pond in the middle of the woods. Our pet friendly solar powered vacation cottage is a perfect getaway for anyone trying to spend some alone time with nature!

    We also have various shared hiking trails through the woods surrounding the cottage for campers and cottage guests to enjoy!

    Guests staying at our vacation cottage are able to enjoy a furnished bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, and dining/lounging space. As well as exclusive access to the pond (no fishing), kayaks, dock, hot tub, fire pit, and large deck with a grill!

    Both rooms in the cottage are complete with a Fire TV logged into many of our streaming apps such as Netflix, Prime, Max, Disney+ and Hulu.

    We have upgraded to a low flush toilet system so please disregard all reviews about the composting toilet, is has been replaced!

    We have hiking trails through the woods surrounding the cottage that are shared with our campers.

    Campsites are on the other side of the property from the cottage and campers are told that the cottage and pond are off limits and to respect your privacy.

    There are blinds on the windows to allow for complete privacy while in the cottage.

    We do live on property and occasionally drive past the cottage to get around, we try to keep this to a minimum and use quiet golf carts when possible.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

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

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

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

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Outside only.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming 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
  • Composting
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Recycling
  • Solar energy
  • Unit size: 450 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Similar properties

Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Mountain View
Canal Cabins
Paw Paw
  • Washing machine
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, 14 reviews
The price is AU$206
includes taxes & fees
5 June - 6 June
Canal Cabins
Compare similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Turn off the lights

Checkout is at 11, but you are welcome to leave anytime before then, just let me know when you’ve headed out so I can get down there and start the turnover.

Leave all bedding on the bed and towels on the hooks in the bathroom. No need to leave everything in a pile on the floor.

Tidy up, we don’t ask that you deep clean but we do ask that you attempt to leave the cottage as you found it, with no major messes.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

NO fireworks and ABSOLUTELY NO firearms to be used while on the property.

We encourage guests to bring dogs, however we do ask that you clean up after them, waste can be thrown into the white bucket by the recycling bins.

All dogs must be kept on leads or on leashes at all times, no exceptions, if you need dog leads, we have extras we can loan you, feel free to ask.

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Outside only.

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
This property uses some solar energy
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

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Clearville, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Berkeley Springs Castle and Museum of the Berkeley Springs are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Billmeyer Wildlife Management Area and Breezewood Proving Grounds. Berkeley Springs Antique Mall and Frog Valley Artisans, LTD are also worth visiting. Kayaking and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby. Visit our Clearville travel guide
View more Cottages in Clearville
Map
Clearville, PA

What's nearby

  • Chesapeake and Ohio Canal
    Chesapeake and Ohio Canal
    28 min drive - 33.2 km
  • Berkeley Springs State Park
    Berkeley Springs State Park
    36 min drive - 44.5 km
  • Rocky Gap State Park
    Rocky Gap State Park
    38 min drive - 49.4 km
  • Breezewood Proving Grounds
    13 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Billmeyer Wildlife Management Area
    21 min drive - 23.6 km

Restaurants

  • Road Kill Cafe
    12 min drive
  • 4qf faerie kitchen
    8 min drive
  • Alley Cat Creamery
    12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Grouseland's Pondside Vacation Cottage. Pet Friendly. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Grouseland's Pondside Vacation Cottage. Pet Friendly.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Grouseland's Pondside Vacation Cottage. Pet Friendly.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Grouseland's Pondside Vacation Cottage. Pet Friendly.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Grouseland's Pondside Vacation Cottage. Pet Friendly. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 7.7 mi (12.4 km) from Breezewood Proving Grounds and within 16 miles (25 km) of Billmeyer Wildlife Management Area and Green Ridge State Forest. Chesapeake and Ohio Canal and Tenley Park are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

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

Grouseland's Pondside Vacation Cottage. Pet Friendly. Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
More informationOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 170 out of 176 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 176 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 176 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 176 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 176 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex H.

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

Fall weekend getaway to the mountains

Great little cottage and property for a getaway to the mountains!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Erika H.

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

Getaway

Perfect secluded place with comforts of wifi.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca D.

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

Peaceful and relaxing

We enjoyed the peaceful beautiful setting! Much needed weekend away to visit some friends that live in Clearville. We were all able to hike some trails together!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

M C.

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

Beautiful B&B!

We absolutely loved our stay! We plan to come back during warmer weather to take full advantage of what the property and area has to offer. The cabin is cozy and comfortable. Plenty of space for us and our two dogs.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amity F.

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

Great getaway

Peaceful and relaxing. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily I.

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

Perfect Quiet Hideaway

This quiet cozy place is perfectly nestled in a peaceful area with a pond filled with the most beautiful fish(no fishing)! The hot tub on the deck to enjoy, a various array of books to read amongst other things just made our stay absolutely perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber D.

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

Beautiful and peaceful

Second time going and this place always is relaxing. The views and quietness are always nice. Mason is a very nice host. Brought our dog with us and he enjoyed watching the chipmunks and birds. Definitely plan on coming back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Loren B.

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

Magical Getaway

We had such a lovely stay in the cottage at Grouseland! There are so many thoughtful (and whimsical) touches throughout the property, and Mason was so friendly and helpful. Our dog loved wandering the trails and meeting resident dog Archer. We’re already looking forward to our next visit (and hoping for warmer and dryer weather)!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna K.

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

Perfect getaway

Cute cabin surrounded by nature, quiet and peaceful. Mason was very helpful and attentive when you reached out, but left you alone otherwise. A lovely spot to get away.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rae H.

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

Perfect, Private, Peaceful

Relaxing, clean, beautiful property. Everything you need to enjoy hiking, kayaking, swimming, feeding the koi, hot tub, grilling and more without having to leave the property. Secluded and beautiful. Peaceful and calm. Dogs welcome which is huge for us and our Saint Bernard who is our baby. We all had a wonderful time and wished we had booked longer!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly A.

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

Little piece of heaven

This was our second stay in less than 6 months. Everything is perfect- the cottage is just the right size for the 2 of us and our dog, and has everything you need for a few days away. Our favorite part is the hot tub and the scenery. We enjoyed the peace and quiet here. Looking forward to staying again. Thank you, Mason!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly A.

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

Absolutely amazing

We enjoyed our trip here so much! Between the trails, hot tub, and scenery, everything was so serene and peaceful. Mason did an excellent job of labeling everything so you know what is where, how something works, etc. And the farm fresh eggs provided- delicious :) We will be back for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crysta C.

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

Winter stay

Everything was great, cute little house. Bathroom was good except shower head was lacking. There was a lot of seating, but it wasn't relaxing seating. Our dog loved it and we appreciate the baby gates! Probably come back again next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Great Quick Getaway

The privacy and tranquility was the best! We had the entire property to ourselves and no noisy neighbors to disturb us! The hot tub was hot and the stars were bright. The property was well lit at night, even sitting around the fire. The inside amenities were just as welcoming. Fresh eggs and milk already in the refrigerator and the air conditioning was cranked. All was well and easy to enjoy. Thank you for the peace and quiet and pleasurable experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine S.

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

Cabin in the woods

We had a wonderful 3 days at this adorable little cabin in the woods. We arrived during a snowstorm, and Mason had the cabin beautifully lit up, shining like a diamond next to the frozen pond to greet us. The inside of the cabin is lovingly decorated with personal photos, books, an amazing collection of bottle openers and bird houses. Farm fresh eggs awaited us, along with a Keurig and large selection of coffee, tea and hot chocolate. We enjoyed hiking around the many trails surrounding the property and relaxing in the hot tub. Would definitely recommend a stay here, although maybe not during a snowstorm, as the surrounding roads are windy and hilly… a good 4WD is a must! Beautiful property, great hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Melinda S.

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

Lovely cottage in the woods.

The cottage is in a lovely location overlooking a pond and woods all around. Love that the solar panels power the house year round. The hot tub was clean and warm and enjoyable. The koi are adorable, the setting is so peaceful, and the trails were fun to walk on. The host is pleasant and accommodating, and we appreciated that everything is really well taken care of. The only downside to the cottage is that it is right on the road/driveway that the owners have to drive on to get to their home. Therefore you see them drive or walk by 6-8 times a day which makes it feel not private. a group of campers walked by the home as well. The hot tub and most of the yard and home is visible from the road, so if you're looking for complete privacy it's a little disappointing. We did have a lovely time, especially using the perfectly seasoned cast iron pan and the fresh milk and eggs. We went to a new trail nearby owned by the Nature Conservancy, and stopped at the Oak Barrel cafe. Definitely recommend this cottage for a lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lideya A.

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

Romanic getaway

This was my partner and i’s first vacation as a couple and we could not have chosen a better place! Mason was responsive and helpful during the initial walkthrough + days leading up but him and his crew generally left us alone aside from driving by every once in a while (which was mentioned and not a problem) the view is beautiful and the cabin itself has so much personality and light and everything you could really need aside from food but mason was nice enough to provide eggs milk and butter :) the pond and the fish were the real stars of the show. The koi are BEAUTIFUL and HUGE there are a bunch of what looks like blue gills as well as some catfish too. I loved using the kayaks provided to swim along side them and we made a whole day out of being brave enough to swim with them :) super scary but they are so friendly and so beautiful. You may have to drive 25-35 min if you want to step out for food but I recommend “Buddy Lou’s” was abt 25 min away with good food and lots of character. All in all was the most ideal stay for 2 people, ride back home was very quiet :’)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle T.

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

A beautiful little paradise

This was a really lovely place to stay, we loved the dock with the hammock, watching the fish, and doing a little swimming. It'd be really nice if there was a more comfortable place for more than one person to sit under the roof of the dock, the bench there isn't nearly as pleasant as the hammock. The water in the pond is very deep and cool, filled with curious little fish and few giant beautiful koi who kept their distance while we floated in there. The pond is definitely a natural experience--youre going to wind up with some brown discoloration on your swimsuit so I recommend dark colors! The grill and hot tub were both easy to use, and there are signs up around the house to remind you how things work. The only problem we had was with the composting toilet, but it was a big problem--it had a smell that radiated through the house and out to part of the deck. We had to choose our places we hung out pretty carefully based on avoiding the sewage/ammonia smell. Luckily the pond and dock are far away from all that. Mason mentioned they'd been having trouble with the composting toilet and I believe he said we'd be the last weekend guests who would have to deal with the issue, since they're replacing it with a flush toilet. Lucky us, I guess! That's why I still gave five stars, because without that problem this would have been an ideal vacation, and it sounds like it's going to be taken care of soon! We'll definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LoLo K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a really lovely little cabin with a lot of whimsy and character. Me and my sweetheart really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mason was a fantastic host! The cottage is super cozy and very private. A
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Completely beautiful and Mason is great host. Definitely will be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, great host, always a great time, cant wait to be back. Kids keep asking to go back
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

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

Really enjoyed our stay

Lovely area, wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew L.

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

Fantastic

Perfect romantic getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Chrystal S.

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

Time away with hubby

It was a nice place not too far from home to get away before baseball season starts.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025