Sawmill Lane Cottage: Family friendly spot in the woods at the base of Shade Mt

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Dates

January 2025

February 2025

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Parking available

Barbecue grill

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Mount Pleasant Mills, PA

Susquehanna University
23 min drive
Bucknell University
40 min drive
Lake Tobias Wildlife Park
64 min drive
Reedsville, PA (RED-Mifflin County)
58 min drive

Room options

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

12 Jan - 13 Jan

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Drive past beautiful rolling hills and apple orchards to find out vintage cottage nestled in the woods. The Cottage on Sawmill Lane is the perfect location for a relaxing getaway. It features spacious common areas creatively built around the central core of a vintage single wide mobile home. A very relaxing, all season sunroom welcomes you to the Cottage. From there you’ll enter the kitchen, with a cozy nook for reading or playing with toys while Mom and Dad cook. To the left of the kitchen are two sleeping areas with the bathroom sandwiched between. The addition on the back of the Cottage is a large living room with vaulted ceiling, two sleeper sofas, a sliding door leading to the back deck, and a spiral staircase leading to a sleeping loft. The Cottage is located on Sawmill Lane, just off Heister Valley Rd, along Shade Mountain. It is a ten minute drive to Susquehanna University, 40 minutes to Bucknell University, 10 minutes to Shade Mountain Golf Course, 78 minutes to Penn State University, and just 5 minutes from thousands of acres of state forest land. The Cottage is situated on 150 acres of woodland, ideal for hiking, exploring and cross-country skiing. You’ll find a stream for wading, a firepit with firewood provided, a gas grill and abundant wildlife. The Cottage sleeps 6 comfortably. You’ll be pleased to discover this vacation spot that is rustic enough to be comfortable for families with kids and pets, but also cozy enough for a romantic getaway.

During your stay at this cottage, you'll be close to Charles Park. The cottage offers free WiFi and a kitchen.

Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, patio and living room
Free WiFi
14 minutes by car from Charles Park and 15 minutes from Veterans Memorial Park

Sawmill Lane Cottage: Family friendly spot in the woods at the base of Shade Mt offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Richfield cottage is smoke free.

Property manager

Neil Courtney

Property amenities

Internet

Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Parking on site

Kitchen

Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Living room

Entertainment

Books
Smart TV

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Patio

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Location highlights

In a rural location
In the mountains

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are welcome
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

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

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Sawmill Lane Cottage: Family friendly spot in the woods at the base of Shade Mt Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Miriam L., Hagerstown

29 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Exactly perfect

We were heading to Kneobels for the weekend with the kids and dogs but wanted a place the adults could cheer for as well. The cabin was our happy place. It is a quirky build, the area surrounding the property was gorgeous, it was a beautiful ride to get there... we have no complaints. The bedroom are small but we slept well, the beds were comfy, and the closed in porch was a great place for game nights and all meals. Neil stopped by as we were leaving and he was so nice! We went in late fall and the leaves were falling. In the mornings, our dogs ran around off leash, we drank coffee on the porch, and the kids threw leaves at each other until they looked like two leaf piles. It was quite idyllic. We are grateful for the stay and would recommend this cabin to anyone that loves rustic and not fancy. Oh, ps bring your own spices.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Georgiana F.

25 Aug 2024

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose V.

10 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

DAVID S.

29 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Secluded house in PA

We came up for a fishing trip on the Susquehanna. Great little spot to get away and about 15 minutes to great fishing

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica K., Philadelphia, PA, USA

8 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Getaway in the Woods of PA

We really enjoyed our stay at Sawmill Lane! The front room was a great place for meals and board games, as well as our dogs. There is no air conditioning so it's a little warmer than the rest of the home (with A/C) but we were fine with the ceiling fan, a small portable fan, and open windows. The back is lovely with a huge firepit, grill, bench swing, and small deck, right near a little stream with a bridge to explore the other side. Unfortunately, we had a thunderstorm and rain so we weren't able to enjoy it. :( We also took a little jaunt into the nearby woods with the dogs. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen was adorable! Other guests commented on the bathroom which is located in between the two bedrooms (with pocket doors). This didn't bother us but might not work for some. The area was quiet overall; we heard a little bit of road traffic at times and some noise from the neighbors but not at all intrusive or constant. At night all we heard were deer in the woods, owls in the trees, and raccoons chittering somewhere nearby (never saw them though). It was lovely! We had everything we needed for a little getaway from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Thank you!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Claudia S.

5 Jun 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness

Do not recommend with lung problems.

We loved the property and the setting. However, the cabin smelled musty and moldy. An animal chewed on something(wood?) in the cabin all night. We left the next day and did not return.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara M.

5 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect place to relax and unwind.

Private, lots of area to explore. Our 2 dogs loved it! We will definitely be back!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

17 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

So comfortable and cozy

This place was just comfortable from the beginning. We had to contact the owners once and they responded within minutes. They were great. We had an amazing time hanging out by the fire pit, walking the trails and just reading by the water. Had everything you needed just bring clothes and food. We will hopefully be able to make it back some day.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caleb

25 Sept 2023

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susanne K.

7 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice, quiet, peaceful

We had a very nice time, it was peaceful and relaxing. The place was spacious and had a cute little creek out back. There was a grill out back but unfortunately it didn’t work. We would definitely come back!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amie M.

19 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Cosy cabin

Nice little place. Would work for family. Driveway is gravel so a little tricky in rain/snow.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amie M.

12 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy cottage

Nice little property for a week stay. Would do for a family. Driveway might be difficult in inclement weather.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Troy R.

24 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing

Peaceful and quiet

10/10 Excellent

Ernest M.

17 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Little Cabin in the woods

Worked perfect for our family. Small stream in the back yard. Hiking trails nearby. Air conditioned

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn M.

13 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Birthday Cabin getaway

It was remote and full of nature to explore just like we hoped! Really appreciated the firewood :)

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pandora S.

15 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing

Very quite and scenic area.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

ilene b.

8 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy and Peaceful

Enjoyed our stay at Sawmill Lane. All was as advertised. Peaceful and quiet. Love the stream in the back yard. It was relaxing to sit on the swing and listen to the water and birds. The trails thru the woods were fun to walk.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

24 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Couldn’t have been more perfect!

Clean, comfortable, functional, beautiful! Thank you.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Michael K.

8 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice cottage

Nice couple of day getaway for my wife and I at Christmas. Mobile home part was dated but two additions were beautiful!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Michael S.

7 Oct 2022

Great Location, cleanliness/price questionable.

The overall location and outdoor experience was very positive. Our dogs were able to roam the property and we didn't have to worry about them bothering neighbors because there weren't any close. The property was vast with hiking abound. The owner was pleasant and communication was good. The cleanliness of the cottage was questionable and our biggest complaint. There were fresh linens but there were dirty dishes in sink upon arrival, the "clean" silverware in the drawer was a mess and needed washed as many were crusted with food. There was a bag of Brussel's sprouts that had been left in the microwave that stunk up the microwave. The cottage also had a musty smell. The cabin policy is clean up after yourself because there is no maid service which is fine but apparently no one checked to make sure previous guests actually cleaned up. My family did have fun as we spent most of our time outside due to the nice weather.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nathan C.

2 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Cabin

Crew said awesome cabin

Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff k.

20 Feb 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

R&R

Nice place to relax and unplug.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Grace H.

5 Jan 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

New Years Trip

Spent a long weekend with 6 adults at the cottage and had a great time! The sun room and living room are ideal hang out spots and we did some hiking on the trails around the property as well. There’s a small creek running through the back and a fireplace which was all very cozy. If you have a full house, the bathroom is a bit inconvenient as it’s located between 2 bedrooms and you cannot access it without walking through one of the bedrooms. We did have some trouble with the heat, but Neil was very responsive and offered several solutions while waiting for a fix. Overall we had a great stay and would definitely recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

2 Dec 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed in Nov 2021

Loved the area. Would stay again.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jean G.

24 Oct 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

cottage tucked up in the woods

Description of the home was accurate. Our group of friends enjoyed dining in the all season sunroom. Some of the space is tight and close. Loft is nice but spiral stairway could be a challenge for some. There was ample. comfortable seating.. Lovely wooded area for a pleasant get-away.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021