Escape to a charming cape-cod revival house in the picturesque Holmes-Foster neighborhood, close to PSU campus and downtown. Enjoy 3 cozy rooms with queen-sized beds plus a fully-finished basement and high-quality linens. Relax on the attached porch or by the fireplace in the living room.
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Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8232 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Remodeled, Updated, Perfect Location Next to Downtown/PSU!
Charming, updated and renovated cape-cod revival house in the tree-lined, picturesque Holmes-Foster neighborhood super close to downtown and PSU campus. Everything is clean, and energy efficient. Parking (2-3 cars max) and internet included.
The house has 3 rooms with queen-sized beds plus a fully-finished basement with another queen-sized bed. There are 2.5 baths, including a brand new primary bath. Floors are hardwood and natural stone/porcelain tile with carpet in the fully-finished basement. The attached sunroom has windows on three sides and a standing desk for working. The house has high efficiency multi-zone heat pumps and the upstairs bathrooms have radiant floor heating. There is a 75 gallon high efficiency heat pump water heater, so there is a ton of hot water for everyone. The kitchen features an induction range, high-efficiency Bosch dishwasher and Fisher-Paykal refrigerator with custom-built Amish cabinets. There is a fireplace in the living room, a garage (off-street parking for up to three medium cars - 1 in garage and 2 in driveway - a tight fit but it works), and a great outdoor space with a grill, table, and chairs for warm weather. A lot of State College's best places for food, drink, and entertainment are within a 10-minute walk. The house has a fast (gigabit) internet connection (1,000 mbps download), cable TV, and a printer. There is a large high efficiency washer/dryer and an iron and ironing board.
The four queen sized beds are all very comfortable with high-quality pillows and linens. There is also a twin-sized foam mattress that can be set up as an extra bed.
The Holmes-Foster neighborhood, where the house is located, is one of the original neighborhoods of State College. It is characterized by interesting and classic architecture, tree-lined streets, parks, and being close to downtown/campus and yet quiet and residential. The house is on a small hill that locals often use for running sprints and the PSU golf course (nice also for jogging around) is a 5-10 minute walk. Everything you need is close by and it is easy to get in and out of town.
If you're going downtown or to campus, walking is often the easiest and fastest option - or biking if you bring a bike! Beaver Stadium is on the far side of campus from the house, but is still only 2 miles, so definitely walkable. There is also a bus service that stops nearby on Atherton if you don't want to walk. Other campus events will be closer. You'll get a ticket if you park overnight on the street in front of the house, but you can put one car in the garage and two in the driveway if needed. If you have big vehicles only 1-2 may fit.
Property amenities
Ski
Close to skiing
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Electric car charging station on site
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Porch/lanai
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Computer monitor
Desk
Desk chair
Printer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city centre
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Next to a golf course
Things to do
Basketball nearby
Cycling nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Sledding nearby
Swimming 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)
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
Please note that any exercise equipment at the house is not intended for guest use. If you use any exercise equipment, you do so at your own risk.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: No child-proofing, but children allowed at ur risk
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, 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
About the area
Located in Holmes-Foster, a neighbourhood in State College, this holiday home is next to a golf course. Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania and What-A-Blast Extreme Laser Tag are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Millbrook Marsh Nature Center and Stone Valley Forest. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Bryce Jordan Center or Sarni Tennis Center. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging. Visit our State College travel guide
Penn State University's Blue and White Golf Courses
7 min drive - 2.8 km
Pegula Ice Arena
7 min drive - 2.5 km
Bryce Jordan Center
9 min drive - 3.5 km
Getting around
State College, PA (SCE-University Park)
13 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks
10 min walk
Federal Taphouse
10 min walk
Café 210 West
11 min walk
Vibe Coffee Co
6 min walk
Five Guys
11 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Remodeled, Updated, Perfect Location Next to Downtown/PSU! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Remodeled, Updated, Perfect Location Next to Downtown/PSU!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Remodeled, Updated, Perfect Location Next to Downtown/PSU!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Remodeled, Updated, Perfect Location Next to Downtown/PSU!?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is Remodeled, Updated, Perfect Location Next to Downtown/PSU! located?
Located in Holmes-Foster, this golf holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania State University. What-A-Blast Extreme Laser Tag and Palmer Museum of Art are also within 1 mile (2 km).
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Visited for family weekend and it worked out great. Plenty of room and the kitchen was well equipped. The boat was very responsive and it was easy to walk into collegetown and onto campus. Would definitely stay here again.
Perfect place to stay for a Penn State football weekend. Clean, great amenities, plenty of space and an easy walk to downtown. I would highly recommend to any visitors!
Perfect house for any occasion. Craft style but updated with every amenity. Good size, great for a small group. Close to town in a great neighborhood. Would certainly stay again.
Perfect Location for PENN State graduation weekend
Our family enjoyed the house and it’s proximity to restaurants. There was length of room. The PDF outlining the information about the house features was very thorough.
We loved this home and location. Jonathan was very responsible and flexible with our needs. Home was super clean, lots of space to enjoy time celebrating with our son and family. Parking garage close if too many drivers. We would definitely book again if the opportunity presents.
Very clean and organized home in a nice neighborhood. Looks as if it was updated recently and Is beautifully decorated. Plenty of room for our entire party of 5 adults and 3 teens, with room to spare. Easy walk to PSU, Beaver stadium and Bryce Jordan Center. Very little parking for big vehicles is only negative but there is a parking garage a short distance away. Jonathan is extremely responsive to any questions if they come up.
We had a great time at this place - it was in great shape and had everything we needed to set up for an awesome weekend. Jonathan was extremely responsive and helpful which was much appreciated. The location is amazing and having the parking available was a huge bonus.
This home has been updated and is beautiful and welcoming. We spent most of our time in the backyard, including meals. The bedrooms, living areas and dine-in kitchen are spacious and comfortable, including the finished area of the basement, which has plenty of windows that offer natural light during the day.
Jonathan, the owner, was timely and thorough in his communications to prepare us for our stay and quick to respond to questions.
This was the perfect place to gather with family to celebrate our recent Penn State graduate’s naval officer commissioning.
The house is in a lovely neighborhood, an easy walk to campus and even to the stadium. It’s modern and well-designed, super clean, and came with little things that made all the difference (coffee + toothpaste? Be still my heart!). Jonathan was responsive, accommodating, and helpful - the perfect host. The bedrooms are spacious and super comfy. We didn’t need the basement space, but it’s giant and offers excellent privacy. There’s only one shower, typical of homes of a similar age, and it wasn’t a problem, just something to keep in mind. We will absolutely be checking availability for a repeat visit next season. Would highly recommend!
The house was perfect for our group of 5 Penn State alumni friends. We were surprised how much space there was, it’s bigger than it looks in the photos. It was tastefully decorated, very clean and fresh. The kitchen had new appliances and everything else we needed. We loved the huge sofa in the living room with space for everyone to sit. It’s a quiet and pretty neighborhood but still close to downtown and campus. If you have multiple cars you may need to park one elsewhere because you can’t park overnight on the street. This wasn’t a problem since there is a parking garage within walking distance on Beaver Ave at a reasonable price and free Sundays.
We had a wonderful experience. The property was clean, the location was perfect, and the property owner was very responsive to my pre arrival questions. Thank you for allowing us to stay at your home!
This is our second stay in Johnathan’s house. We love the amenities and the location. You can’t go wrong! Johnathan is very responsive if you have any questions.
We had a great stay! Jonathan is an excellent host and the house is impeccably clean and very nicely furnished. Excellent location and a short walk to town. Looking forward to staying there again.
My family had the greatest State College experience. This home is in the perfect location, a great neighborhood and walking distance to downtown and to campus. It’s beautifully kept, spacious, updated throughout with all the comforts of home. Jonathan was a pleasure from time of booking to check out!