Perched on a ridge among the rolling hills of Juniata County, Shade Mountain Retreat offers a private setting where you can unwind in the hot tub or watch wildlife from one of two 60' long covered porches. The wheelchair-accessible main floor features a fully stocked kitchen, an open living room space with cathedral ceiling and cozy spaces like the basement family room with pool table and smart TV.
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Entire cabin
6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 20390 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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About this property
SHADE MOUNTAIN RETREAT ★ CEDAR BARREL SAUNA & HOT TUB!! ★ 28 ACRES ★ SLEEPS 20
Welcome to "Shade Mountain Retreat." This is such a lovely private setting, perched on the side of a ridge among the rolling hills of Juniata County!
Watch the wildlife as you sip your coffee on the porch, relax in the hot tub, take a nature walk on the trails (28 private acres to explore!) and enjoy the numerous cozy spaces this property has to offer!
This property is WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE!!
INDOOR SPACE: •The main floor is WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE • Large fully stocked kitchen on main floor • Beautiful open living room space with cathedral ceiling • Dining room with table that extends to seat 16+ • Basement family room with pool table and smart TV • Laundry room in basement with 2 washers and 2 dryers
• Bedroom 1: Main level, queen bed, master bath with shower • Bedroom 2: Main Level, queen bed • Bedroom 3: Main Level, queen bed • Bedroom 4: Main Level, queen bed • Bedroom 5: Basement, one double bed, 2 single beds • Bedroom 6: Basement, 2 single beds, 1 bunk bed •Two full baths on main level (in addition to master bath) • Full bath in basement and half bath/laundry in basement
Additional sleeping spaces: •West loft - King bed and twin bed • East loft - sleeper sofa •Basement family room - sleeper sofa •Office/sitting room in garage - sleeper sofa
OUTDOOR SPACE: • Cedar barrel sauna • Hot tub • Two 60' long covered porches! Lovely spots to enjoy your morning coffee and watch the wildlife • Fire pit area • Basketball net • Propane grill located under covered area outside the detached garage
•Large detached garage with rec room, ping-pong table, and smart TV on second floor
• 220V outlet in detached garage to charge electric vehicles
•We have WiFi, but it's not super fast as this is in a fairly remote area
•There is a landline phone available to use. There is generally limited cell service here, but if you have WiFi calling on your phone, you are welcome to use that.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Sauna
Internet
Available in the cabin: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Electric car charging station on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
6 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
4.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Porch/lanai
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Office
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
2 accessible parking spaces
Area rugs in public areas
Front entrance ramp
In-room accessibility
Smooth flooring in public areas
Thin carpet in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the mountains
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Table tennis
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
Electric car charging station
Garden
Unit size: 4,200 square feet
Water-efficient toilets
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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
Rules
Must be at least 25 years old to make a reservation
Please note that no additional guests are allowed without prior permission
No loud music, parties or events without permission
No ATVs, guns, or fireworks
No smoking, vaping, use of illegal drugs, or other similar activities
Our goal is to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for every guest staying at our property! We look forward to hosting you! 😊
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Please contact me to inquire about hosting events.
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
Note from host: Please contact me to inquire about hosting events.
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
Is SHADE MOUNTAIN RETREAT ★ CEDAR BARREL SAUNA & HOT TUB!! ★ 28 ACRES ★ SLEEPS 20 pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at SHADE MOUNTAIN RETREAT ★ CEDAR BARREL SAUNA & HOT TUB!! ★ 28 ACRES ★ SLEEPS 20?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at SHADE MOUNTAIN RETREAT ★ CEDAR BARREL SAUNA & HOT TUB!! ★ 28 ACRES ★ SLEEPS 20?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at SHADE MOUNTAIN RETREAT ★ CEDAR BARREL SAUNA & HOT TUB!! ★ 28 ACRES ★ SLEEPS 20?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is SHADE MOUNTAIN RETREAT ★ CEDAR BARREL SAUNA & HOT TUB!! ★ 28 ACRES ★ SLEEPS 20 located?
Located in the mountains, this family-friendly cabin is within 25 mi (40 km) of Juniata Valley Winery, Rockhill Trolley Museum and East Broad Top Railroad. Big Spring State Forest Picnic Area and Myers Park are also within 25 miles (40 km).
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SHADE MOUNTAIN RETREAT ★ CEDAR BARREL SAUNA & HOT TUB!! ★ 28 ACRES ★ SLEEPS 20 Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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This VRBO rental is fantastic and Jake, the host, was easy to communicate with and very responsive. The home is beautiful and spacious. The dining room table expands to fit a small army! The kitchen was well stocked with all the cooking equipment one could possibly want, and there was plenty of plates, bowls and silverware to accommodate a large group. We appreciated the extra full size fridge/freezer in the garage, to minimize the trips into town for groceries. Also, the hot tub was glorious after a long hike, and we enjoyed the fire pit most every night. WiFi worked well for those of us who needed to communicate with our office, and WiFi calling on our mobile phones was very clear with a strong signal. Overall, a wonderful experience with this VRBO rental! Highly recommended!
We had an absolutely great time. Places exactly as described and very neat and clean. The owner was easy to reach and was friendly to all of our requests. Highly recommend.
Overall very happy with our stay! Jake is a great host and our group enjoyed the spacious property especially having fun at the ping pong table, relaxing in the hot tub and sauna, making s’mores at the fire pit, and getting our exercise walking through the nature trail…just to name a few!
I can not say enough good things about this home!It is in a beautiful, peaceful setting. The home is gorgeous! It is well stocked with everything you could think of. The hosts instructions were easy to understand and and he was very prompt with communication. Everything is as described or better! The beds are very comfortable and so are the couches.
This was such a great spot for our family vacation. Our group of 11 had such a relaxing, amenity-filled, and spacious getaway! The host, Jake, really went above and beyond with his communication throughout the weekend.The attention to detail with the decoration, furniture, and stocked kitchen, really made our stay extra relaxing. So many places to hang out, lots of chairs couches and tables to puzzle and game!The hot tub and sauna were excellent spaces to unwind and the garage game room was perfect for those who stayed up a bit later than the rest!Can’t recommend this place enough!
Jake, the property host, was a pleasure to work with on any and all details of the house for the weekend getaway our group of friends that were in the area for the PSU - OSU game. The house was exactly as described, and the reviews are spot on! Spacious, clean, and everything you and guests could need. We have already talked about planning another trip to stay here in the future. Highly recommended!
House was the perfect location for our multi-family holiday Celebration. The hot tub, ping pong table etc was enjoyed by all ages. Plenty of space to have alone time and come together for meals and games. Most well stocked house we’ve ever rented (kitchen items, bathrooms items, towels, trash bags, etc).
Jake was a wonderful host and was very responsive.
- Jake is prompt, flexible, proactive, awesome!
- Best for families wanting to spend time in one location
- Ample rooms, beds, towels, amenities, hot tub, ping pong etc.
- Unlike other properties this one has many bed rooms as well as multiple bathrooms
- Not many places to visit close to the location i.e. remain in the property and have quality family time...
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Shade Mountain Retreat is a delightful place for an extended family gathering such as ours. The property is beautifully furnished ans maintained, with a roomy kitchen, lots of pots and pans, and abundant dishes and silverware. The wide-open central space and looong dining room table were ideal for our group encompassing 3 generations. We particularly liked all the wood paneling. There were lots of fun things to do, from indoor and outdoor games to hiking in the woods. All in all, a very enjoyable week for the entire family.
We had such of beautiful time in the middle of the nature, the air, the surrounding area with just us and God’s creations!!!!
If you are looking for a quite place to be outside of your house and enjoy nature this is a great option!!!!
Jake is awesome as an owner, very communicative. We had no problems staying here. Minus details that were very well addressed.
If we will need Jakes place again. We will be very happy to stay here!!!
We recently spent a week at Shade Mountain Retreat with our family of 16. It's a wonderful property for a multi-generational vacation. Hiking trails and a firepit were available for our active members. A pool table was well used by all 3 generations present. The large property gave us space for many activities. There are extra activities available in the area. Our only concern was a lack of cell phone coverage (not Jake's fault)
This home was truly the long weekend getaway of my dreams. It has all the coziness of a cabin weekend with modern amenities including a hot tub and sauna. The house was spacious and clean, had enough room for 6 couples to all have private spaces (with room to spare!) and large "family" dinners, and lots of tucked away spaces for relaxation (for example, we used one loft TV room for football watching and the downstairs TV family room for a nice movie night, plus don't forget the ping pong table in the detached garage and the amazing firepit!). It snowed while we were there and Jake, the host, did a phenomenal job communicating with us and making sure that someone came out to clear the driveway so we could safely head out on check out day. In short, it was perfection and I am so grateful to have had such a wonderful place to getaway with friends. My heart is so full and I am so thankful!
Margarita B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
William
2 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
If you’re looking for an out of the way getaway, this is the place. Our group was here for three days and never left the property. Can’t recommend it enough.
Every year our family of 16 tries to spend several days together enjoying each others company. This year we went to this property in East Waterford and loved the property and all of its amenities. From the pool table and ping pong table, to the fire pit, swing and rocking chairs on the porches, to the hot tub and sauna, everyone found something to do that was fun and relaxing. The kitchen was well stocked, the beds comfortable and the manager and housekeeper went above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with others!
We really enjoyed this spacious cozy home tucked in the mountains of Juniata Co. It was perfect for our group of 10. Very well furnished. Loved hiking and the hot tub!
This house was amazing! Super clean and well stocked. Check in and check out was a breeze. The host made our stay very relaxing. It was the perfect weekend getaway with friends!