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Private Cottage minutes from Moraine State Park and McConnell's Mill State Park.

Portersville vacation home with kitchen

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Interior
Property grounds

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Portersville, PA
  • Place, Moraine State Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Living Treasures Wild Animal Park
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Lakeview Beach
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pittsburgh, PA (PIT-Pittsburgh Intl.)
    ‪64 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Portersville

In Portersville .A stay at this vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of Moraine State Park and 3 miles (5 km) of Portersville Community Park. Also, Pleasant Valley Beach is within 3 miles (5 km) and Portersville Steam Show is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Moraine State Park - 1 min drive - 0.3 miles
  • Lake Arthur Estates Park and Playground - 9 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • McConnells Mill State Park - 10 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Living Treasures Wild Animal Park - 14 min drive - 10.1 miles
  • Lakeview Beach - 19 min drive - 9.2 miles

Getting around

  • Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Longhorn Corral Inc - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪LAST MINIT MART #9 - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Brown's Country Kitchen - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Private Cottage minutes from Moraine State Park and McConnell's Mill State Park.

Tranquil Flower garden, wrap around deck with wooded back and fireplace. Only 40 minutes from Downtown Pittsburgh. Great place to get away from it all... If you need me I’ll be available to message, but won’t be around to bother you.

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Property grounds
On 25 forested acres of nature!
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
4.7 out of 5, Exceptional, 8 reviews
On 25 forested acres of nature!

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • 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)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Private Cottage minutes from Moraine State Park and McConnell's Mill State Park. to the airport?

This vacation home is 44.5 mi (54-min drive) away from the Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Private Cottage minutes from Moraine State Park and McConnell's Mill State Park. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Private Cottage minutes from Moraine State Park and McConnell's Mill State Park. to the beach?

This vacation home is 2.9 mi (6-min drive) from Pleasant Valley Beach and 8.4 mi (20-min drive) from Lakeview Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Private Cottage minutes from Moraine State Park and McConnell's Mill State Park. offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Private Cottage minutes from Moraine State Park and McConnell's Mill State Park.?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Private Cottage minutes from Moraine State Park and McConnell's Mill State Park.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Private Cottage minutes from Moraine State Park and McConnell's Mill State Park.?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Private Cottage minutes from Moraine State Park and McConnell's Mill State Park. have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Private Cottage minutes from Moraine State Park and McConnell's Mill State Park. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Private Cottage minutes from Moraine State Park and McConnell's Mill State Park. to downtown Portersville?

This vacation home is 2.5 mi away from Portersville.

Private Cottage minutes from Moraine State Park and McConnell's Mill State Park. Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lori F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was great! Many things for our husky; toys, food & water bowls, tie outs and poop bags. So very nice staying somewhere that gets families with pets!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Erin J.

Liked: Cleanliness
After traveling all day from the west coast and stopping to get a week's worth of groceries, we finally made it to the cabin to find out there was no running water. Apparently, it hadn't rained in weeks, so the well was dry and we were unable to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

L G., Erie, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Four of us visited. Cozy living room, lovely fireplace and outdoor space in the deck. Nice kitchen for cooking. The host was easily accessible and kind. The beds were comfortable. The location was great and quiet and very close to Lake Arthur at Moraine State Park. Definitely plan to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable house for us and our dogs while visiting the area. Great location close to Moraine State Park with lots of trails for walking and hiking.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Donna C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage. Very comfortable. Host was accessable when the water was a problem due to to wells running dry.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Tom K.

Liked: Cleanliness
The place was out of water after one flush of the toliet. We left the next morning. We did get a full refund.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean and spacious stay. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradford W.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property was very cozy and wonderfully located to both Moraine park and several local towns. Definitely a perfect place for a getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard J.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful stay. Nice kitchen, comfortable beds, relaxing porch, nice little office area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodger W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed a two night stay at this location. Everything was as listed in the listing. Owner was easy to contact to with and quick response. It was close to the southern siide of lake Arther. The only suggestion is that you need are larger frying pan and a turner for flipping eggs in the kitchen. Would recommend this property for any one wanting to stay in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Karin L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Not for me

We ended up leaving after eight hours primarily due to the temperature of the house. It was initially set at 75. I lowered it to 68. Eight hours later the temperature went to 74. Far too warm for my comfort. There are neighbors closer than I expected and although it's rural, there's a bit of road noise. We were there on a holiday though, so it could have caused more traffic. The deck was nice, furniture on the deck not so much. There were other things I didn't care for, but different strokes. To me, the inability to cool the place to my liking was unacceptable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Brett K.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house is very private and nice! Would have gave it a 10 out of 10 but we had 2 issues. When we arrived the thermostat was set to 80 and it was over 90 degrees upstairs. The AC took a long time to cool the house down but once it did it worked great. There was an issue with one of the toilets that kept it running and we ran out of well water. Spent the last 2 days of the trip with no water. The house was pretty clean except for a large puddle of water when we arrived. Looked like it was from the dogs water bowl. Overall a great stay and would highly recommend assuming the water issue is fixed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Chris W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lots of necessities. Beautiful setting near moraine state park and McConnell mil state park
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Allison M.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Near the Atrium for a Wedding

This was a perfect location for us with our dogs. We were able to be close to the wedding venue, but also able to explore the two state parks.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice peaceful location

Very nice
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawnette D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Sunrise

We enjoyed our stay. Easy access to the home. Lovely deck off the back that overlooks trees and beautiful sunrises. Home was cozy, comfortable and had everything we needed for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda D., Atlanta, GA

Liked: Cleanliness

Free from the world

We had a lovely stay away from the noisy city of Atlanta. It was Heavenly! The cabin was so cozy and had everything we needed. The fire was really nice. The red controller on the Nintendo is stuck & doesn't work btw. There was a bit of dog hair about but it's a pet friendly cabin so that's expected. I can't express how peaceful our stay was. Thank you so much for the easy check in and great communication. Having a fresh drinking water cooler was a nice touch. Thanks again and again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

margie k.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great weekend away!

Was just looking for a place to get away not too far away from home. This place topped the billing! Everything was ready and plenty of supplies/ dishes and cookware in the kitchen and whole house. We didn't even leave the house. Chilled for two days! Cooked all of our our meals and simply relaxed. A new roof over the porch made for a great place to sit and relax... even as it rained! So convenient to highways, parks, a lake and all!! HUGE bedroom upstairs ad a bath both up and down stairs. Very nice and quite comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Birthday Weekend

Cozy, clean and comfortable place to stay!! We loved our weekend away :)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Serene Forest Escape

The property is absolutely beautiful, and the generous windows bring the forest to you. The place was very clean. The kitchen is well-provisioned and we did a lot of cooking with no limitations. He provides filtered water so you don’t need to bring water bottles. Loved that it was dog friendly. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

William A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice

Met our expectations. Very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot!

Far away from things but also close enough and a quick drive into downtown Butler.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele K.

Liked: Cleanliness

New Year’s eve Stay

My husband and I booked this cute house for two days over New Years. We loved the wood burning fireplace! We were also appreciative that we were able to bring our fur babies. The only hiccup we had was the heat was not working for the first night but Chris was able to send out someone to get the furnace back up and running. We were very happy with our stay! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Constance C., West Chester, OH

Liked: Cleanliness

Thankful Thanksgiving stay

Christopher’s property was perfect for our family’s holiday. We were able to bring our dog which was such a relief as he’s part of the family and it’s always hard to find someone to watch him over the holidays. The location was perfect for us very close to Moraine St park so Leopold had beautiful wide open spaces to hike/run. It was also close to Cranberry/Seven Fields where most of my PA family live so spending time with them was easy & a blessing. A couple minor observations- The house is near a main road so some street noise but that didn’t phase us. The shower drain was a little slow.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024