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Caretaker's Cottage - 4 Bedrooms Pet Friendly On The River

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Aerial view
Property grounds
TV, DVD player

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7155 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

Caretaker's Cottage - 4 Bedrooms Pet Friendly On The River

The stone Caretaker's Cottage on River Mountain Farm is a private 4-bedroom, 1-bathroom house that sleeps up to 7 and is pet friendly. It is perfect for a family getaway or friends’ trip. The cottage has two shotgun-style suites upstairs (1 king bed + 1 twin day bed and 1 queen bed + 2 twin beds) and also has a foldout queen sofa bed downstairs to give you a little extra room. The Cottage has central heat for the winter and ceiling fans in all bedrooms, plus two window A/C units in the large bedrooms that provide cool sleeping temperatures in the summer. The bathroom features a claw foot tub with shower fixtures.

***NEW In 2024: Recently renovated, the cottage features all new doors, and new easy-open windows with built-in screens to let in the cool mountain air and keep out the bugs. The kitchen now features a brand new smart stove and oven with plenty of counter space for meal prep and a new microwave with stovetop work light and recirculating vent.

You can relax in the hammock on the 2nd story porch or hang out in one of the two living/gaming areas. The living room on the first floor is stocked with games and you'll find a selection of DVDs as well as an Amazon Fire TV and Xbox upstairs. The cottage features indoor and outdoor dining areas with an outdoor fire pit, and includes a kitchen stocked with appliances including a new stove/oven, a full refrigerator, a microwave, a blender, a crock pot/slow cooker, and an outdoor gas grill. High-speed wireless internet is available throughout the house and is suitable for streaming movies or making video calls. There is also a small desk for work, should you need it.

On site, you'll have access to 137 acres of hiking and nearly a mile and a quarter of river frontage for fishing or kayaking. You can borrow one of our four kayaks, two paddle boards, or two river tubes or bring your own and launch from our new floating dock. We provide most of the gear you will need including adult life jackets, paddles, and waterproof bags. The owners, Adrienne and Drew, live on the property and are available to assist with anything you might need before or during your stay. For smaller groups, you can reserve one of the other cabins on the farm. Each building is a comfortable distance from the others, so while you may see other guests on the property, you will still be able to enjoy the peace and tranquility of the farm.

The Caretaker's Cottage always includes free coffee and free firewood for the fire pit (sustainably harvested from the property), and free propane for the grill. We also supply all linens and bath towels, as well as hand soap in the kitchen and bathroom. A new 60-panel solar array attached to the original barn generates 24,000+ kWh and covers all of our energy consumption. We also offer 100% contactless check-in and check-out with a smart lock on the front door to keep you safe and healthy.

Visit our website for a full list of amenities and additional properties: RiverMountainFarmPA.com

Property manager

River Mountain Farm

Property amenities

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Spices

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Boat on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Bicycle on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1672 sq ft (155 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Property is also known as

Caretaker's Cottage - 4 Bedrooms on the Juniata River Hopewell
371472

About the neighborhood

Map
Hopewell, PA

What's nearby

  • Raystown Lake - 18 min drive
  • Buchanan State Forest - 23 min drive
  • Old Bedford Village - 35 min drive
  • Trough Creek State Park - 36 min drive
  • Blue Knob - 61 min drive

Getting around

  • Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Original Italian Pizza - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Linda's Little General - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Kountry Kettle Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Vfw Saxton - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Bubba's Pizza & Sub Station - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Caretaker's Cottage - 4 Bedrooms Pet Friendly On The River pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Caretaker's Cottage - 4 Bedrooms Pet Friendly On The River?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Caretaker's Cottage - 4 Bedrooms Pet Friendly On The River?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Caretaker's Cottage - 4 Bedrooms Pet Friendly On The River located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Warriors Path State Park, Stonerstown Recreational Park, and Buchanan State Forest. Raystown Lake and Weaver Falls Access Area are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Caretaker's Cottage - 4 Bedrooms Pet Friendly On The River Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Guys Outdoor Getaway Weekend
Mixed group of 10, 30ish to 60ish, biking, hiking, kayaking , fishing (property has small floating dock) fireside chats, cook outs, book reading, bird watching, music playing etc. Access to the property is a very rocky rural road, but even FedEx can get there. lol The kitchen is really well equipped and in good order. The bedrooms and common areas are clean comfortable and well furnished. TV / Wifi / Wifi Calling all had great service. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
Beautiful property on the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain Retreat
Beautiful slice of nature with well appointed accommodations! We felt at home immediately.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Feeny 2.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Getaway
Overall the owners, property, and relaxation was great. Drew and Adrienne are very nice and accomodating. We were not happy with the river access. Very muddy at the dock area for our dog to use the river. Hopefully in time, more river access will be opened up. Not a complaint, but more of a let down. We would definitely visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relax
Great as always this was either our 3rd or 4th time staying and its always good great place to relax great host looking forward to next year
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
All good things. Just what we needed. Hosts were incredibly thoughtful and kind. Winter storm hit, but we had to be in the area for a funeral. Accomodations were perfect for our family of 5 and family dog. The hosts plowed snow for us, provided farm fresh eggs, and made our stay very comfortable. My whole family wants to come back in the summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway location
It was perfect for what we wanted. We brought groceries and had a quiet family weekend. It’s a renovated old farm house with a lot of character. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

RHONDA C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed stay
We enjoyed the property very much..it was very clean and owners seemed very nice...we also played alot of cornhole!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful getaway
Peaceful getaway in country. Great time w family spent by the campfire, swinging and just relaxing in the outdoors.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hayley S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
We all had so much fun on our vacation. The cottage has so much charm and they really preserved that’s charm. The hosts were super nice and very helpful when needed. Thank you for the perfect getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shane H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Camp fires
Great place to stay private you can walk outside and you never know the owners are there unless you would need something exactly how we like it camp fires every night
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason D., Baltimore, MD

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house, beautiful scenery
Lovely vintage house that fit our needs perfectly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Getaway
Drew and Adrienne are the perfect hosts and the property is always so peaceful. Happy Fishing!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Zack H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome carriage house
We loved our stay. Tubing was awesome and the hosts were perfect. Highly recommended! Zack and Heidi
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ruth V., Johnstown

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect country vacation property!
This is the place to be if your family enjoys a natural setting in a historic location! Complete with great fishing, bald eagle sightings, and the H&BT Trail system, you will not be disappointed! Our family, young and older, all enjoyed a laid back rural vacation and we cannot wait to go back!
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vince A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely fantastic. Perfect property and hosts.
This is a beautiful, spacious property with incredible amenities, thoughtfulness, and a great location. The hosts take care of everything and think of great details like beautifully folded and placed towels, necessities for kitchen and bath, games, books, dvd’s, smart tv, great WiFi, and even a s’mores set up for the excellently maintained campfire rings. The kayaks and paddles provided are incredible- numerous and all equipment is in great shape. The river was gorgeous and access is easy. It really could not be better nor a greater value. The hosts were responsive and accessible but never intrusive. Can’t say enough- will be back and recommend to anyone visiting the beautiful Bedford, PA area. Thank you so much!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cristi H., Shrewsbury, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint Cottage
The cottage has plenty room for a large group. It was just the 2 of us so we had the place to ourselves. We chose this location because it was in close proximity to Fairhope where we were picking up our new puppy. There was plenty of yard space for the new pup to run and play. Adrienne and Drew were great hosts and readily available for any questions/concerns we had. They are working on their other cabin, The Lodge, that we would love to come back and visit. It was looking great while we were there and more on the size scale we normally choose. We enjoyed fishing in the river and hanging out by the firepit. Linda's Little General Store is very close and had a variety of items to help in case you forget something for you trip. I forgot sunscreen and it was very warm the first 2 days we were there. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and Quiet
This was perfect for a family vacation that was relaxing for those who wanted to relax but also those who wanted to fish and take advantage of the boats/tubes on property had a great time as well. The owners were very nice and attentive when we asked for anything. The house was clean and accommodating for all 7 of us. Ilove that the property was just off the beaten path so there was not a bunch of others in and out. We cannot wait to book another stay here next year!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Farm Hideaway*
Hosts thought of every possible need/want in the house and were available (but not hovering) if there were any question. Beautiful setting. Beautiful furnishings. So relaxing (after a slightly hairy driveway!). They’re opening up more cottages this spring so will be perfect for larger groups. Wish we’d stayed longer but hope to return. *must like ladybugs
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Roopashree S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful setting to unwind and recharge!
Drew and Adrienne were ready to communicate with, had everything laid out so that we didn’t have to ask for anything. The cottage itself was a blend of old style vintage decor and modern updated furniture and fittings. Usually very finicky around cleanliness of the bathrooms, this time I could rest easy. Though there is only one bathroom, it is updated and clean and well stocked. We enjoyed the outdoors with our dog Bruno and the campfire- our children were very happy to see a s’mores kit all ready abs waiting for us when we arrived! Only one thing my daughter and I were creeped out by were the couple of worms indoors, and large number of stink bugs and lady bugs inside the windows! But I guess it’s natural in a setting with the woods behind. It did not affect our stay in any way though! The property is large and we were able to enjoy walks there. It’s also very close to Raystown lake and numerous trails around! Will definitely return in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

LAURA G.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a nice getaway! It was great to be so close to the water.
This property is beautiful. The driveway is an adventure. The cottage is quaint. Drew responded very quickly when we blew a fuse. It was a lovely Thanksgiving!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Renee M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Cottage
Quiet, clean, relaxing, beautiful view, fresh eggs!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place
Beautiful place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Getaway
This property was so special. This is a very peaceful getaway. We caught fish, played with roosters, went swimming, enjoyed kayaks and river floating and the views are awesome. The hosts were very accomodating, communicative, and helpful. We will go back!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021