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Fish the "Little J" / Cozy Cottage convenient to Juniata College & Penn State

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Exterior
2 bedrooms, internet, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 491 sq m

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

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

Fish the "Little J" / Cozy Cottage convenient to Juniata College & Penn State

Step back in time, and enjoy a stay at our century-old family cottage, just minutes on foot to the Little Juniata River. (No "traditional" internet or broadcast TV -- so our home is ideal for guests who prefer to "unplug" from media distractions.)

Although... adequate WiFi service via cellular data when tethered to a laptop has been reported by multiple recent guests, sufficient for remote network access and video streaming. (Experience may vary, however, according to the guest's cellular network.)

The cottage features a cozy living room with a CD/DVD player and flat screen TV. A wide selection of DVD films is available, or bring your own.

Recent guests have reported good cellular service with Verizon and AT&T, Sprint and T-Mobile. AND as of October 16. 2023 a new signal amplifier is active that boosts cell reception with very promising results!

The "Little J" -- well known to fly fishers far and wide -- is one of Pennsylvania's best trout streams and popular with kayakers and river tubers as well; we are just a mile down-river from the village of Barree.

Built in 1902 on a wooded acre by 2nd and 3rd generation descendants of late 18th Century settlers of northern Huntingdon County, the home has been carefully maintained and fully modernized -- serving both as a seasonal and a long-term residence over the last 120 years. Expanded periodically over the last 120 years, the home retains many of its original architectural features together with some period furnishings.

Take your morning coffee on our all-seasons porch (screened in warm weather, enclosed with thermal widows in cold weather). Hike up the road into the Rothrock State Forest lands. Hike the Mid-state Trail from a nearby trail head with adequate parking.

The cottage comprises about 975 sq ft (90 sq m) and can accommodate 4 guests comfortably.

The kitchen is equipped with dish soap, dish cloths and dish towels, pots and pans, cooking utensils, toaster, toaster oven with broiler, microwave oven, plates, cups, coffee pots, glasses, and flatware. The kitchen seats up to 4 persons, with a 1920s-era Hoosier cupboard and a professionally-restored, 1950s-era gas range, ready for stove-top cooking.

If you plan to bake, roast or even just reheat an item, ask us to set the oven's standing pilot for you prior to arrival. (Note that this model range did not include a broiler.)

The two bedrooms are in the half-story loft: one with a queen bed and the other with two twin beds. (While many of our guests prefer to bring their own BED and BATH linens, we can furnish these at a nominal fee to cover our laundry costs and make up the beds for you.) We furnish bed pillows. comforters and light blankets.

You can draw the privacy curtain between the rooms if needed.

The house has air conditioning in hot and humid weather.

The full bath has a tub with shower.

Our cottage is clean but not fussy: a kick-off-your-shoes, settle-in-with-a-good-book-or-good-conversation kind of place.

We are about 50 minutes from Penn State University and about 20 minutes from Juniata College.

Convenience stores and gas stations (10 minutes to Petersburg or to Alexandria) and supermarkets (20 minutes to Huntingdon) are within convenient driving distances. Several local eateries are close by for eat-in or take-out, and some for delivery.

Property manager

Barree Guest Cottage

Languages

English, French, German

Property amenities

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Porch or lanai
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Kayaking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby

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
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Unit size: 975 sq ft (91 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Vrbo Property
Barree Guest Cottage

About the neighborhood

Map
Alexandria, PA

What's nearby

  • Little Juniata River - 1 min walk
  • Juniata College - 20 min drive
  • Pennsylvania State University - 43 min drive
  • Bryce Jordan Center - 46 min drive
  • Beaver Stadium - 48 min drive

Getting around

  • Huntingdon Station - 18 min drive
  • State College, PA (SCE-University Park) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Paesano's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Diner 22 - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Spruce Creek Tavern - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Shawnee's Manor Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Diner 22 - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fish the "Little J" / Cozy Cottage convenient to Juniata College & Penn State pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Fish the "Little J" / Cozy Cottage convenient to Juniata College & Penn State?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fish the "Little J" / Cozy Cottage convenient to Juniata College & Penn State?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Fish the "Little J" / Cozy Cottage convenient to Juniata College & Penn State located?

Situated on a river, this vacation home is steps from Little Juniata River, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Diamond Lake and Lincoln Caverns and Whisper Rocks. Shavers Creek Volunteer Fire Co. Firemans Park and Arch Spring are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Fish the "Little J" / Cozy Cottage convenient to Juniata College & Penn State Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 66 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Todd B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fly fishing trip
The house was perfect for a quick fly fishing getaway to the little J. Guy was informative and responsive to our needs and questions. We loved our stay and will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne C.

Liked: Cleanliness
An Alternative to Hotels
We appreciate the opportunity to stay in the cottage and enjoy the great outdoors and privacy. If you love an old fashioned cottage and don’t mind the brief and beautiful drive to State College, this is the place! The host is wonderful and charming!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Matthew R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick Fishing Trip
I was looking for a place to stay while on a fishing trip. This cabin was perfect for what I needed. A little on the rustic side, but I love that. The host was very accommodating and very easy to communicate with. I will be staying here again for future trips.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little get away
The property was purpose for my wife and I to get away for a long weekend. Close enough to State College for a game and a couple of very good restaurants and bars within 20 minutes. The house had everything we needed and communication with Guy was better than could ever be expected. Definitely look to do again when back in that part of the world.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay on the Litlle Juniata
We had a great time and our host couldn’t be more accommodating. The property is very quaint and has all the amenities you are looking for. Thanks for having us!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B., Norton Shores, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and Relaxing
We enjoyed a peaceful and quiet three night stay where we enjoyed a bit of fishing, walking and driving some of the back roads - and sitting by the river in the evening! The property was very clean, well outfitted and comfortable. Communication with Guy before our stay and at arrival was excellent. We were happy with our selection of this property and would not hesitate to book again if we return to the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

George A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thank youj!
You are kind and thoughtful and run a very fine place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint Cabin with a Family History
A quaint cabin in the woods. Clean, functional, & convenient. Host was great!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Barree Cottage
Cottage is a lovingly restored period piece in a stunning woodland setting. Loved it!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

James L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint little river house in the hills
Very well kept old family home, right by the Little Juniata. Well maintained and appointed, with nice large modernized bathroom. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cottage
Great place to stay. Couldn’t have asked for a better host. Everything needed and very clean. Close to fishing: food and site seeing and on a quiet road. Highly recommend you book with Guy and Jane
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing Getaway
Guy was great to work with. The entire process was easy to navigate. Guy was responsive and quick to respond. We would stay at Guy's cabin again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany M., Harrisburg, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Vintage cabin by the stream
Sweet owner, cute property, great porch. Stayed Easter weekend. There’s a Walmart supercenter 15 minutes away for supplies.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Jamie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Penn state stay
Property was well kept and provided a good home base for our trip to happy valley to see Penn State.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely weekend getaway
Everything about our stay at this cozy mountain cottage was wonderful except we wish we could have stayed longer! Guy was a wonderful host from arrival and even after departure. We thoroughly appreciated the location and the quiet atmosphere. We were able to get to/from the Penn State football game on Saturday, no problem, and enjoyed a couple of the restaurant recommendations Guy provided in addition to some leisurely drives and walks. Thank you, and we definitely look forward to coming again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Visit relatives in Alexandria
Property was clean and adequately appointed. Everything worked properly. Communication with host/owner was excellent. Location was very good and private. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randall B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary weekend
We celebrated our 3rd wedding anniversary at guy's cabin we totally loved it. We went to a penn state football game on Saturday guy's place is so great and comfortable. We will be going back to do some fly fishing in the near future.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
We had a great long weekend of fishing and Penn State football. The house was cozy and well located. Great communication with owner who was helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barry M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cottage and location!
This place is off of a Rothrock State Forest road but we only saw 3 cars go by the entire 3 days we were there. The historic cottage was very comfortable and clean. My brother and I took our dad here to fish for Father's Day weekend. He loved it. The Little Juniata River is about a 100 yards down the State Forest Rd so we walked down there frequently to fish and seine. I would get my morning run in by running the other direction into the State Forest. Beautiful area to run. The owner was very friendly and great to work with. There is a lock box on the porch to access the key. No wifi or cable but that was no problem for us. The cell signal is weak but we were able to make calls and send text messages. I liked that we didn't have external distractions. My brother and dad liked it so much they suggested that we stay there every year for Father's Day. We are already planning a trip back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outdoor getaway
The cottage was clean and organized. It has a nice setting in the woods and is very peaceful. We were quite relaxed there and enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage in the woods
We had a cozy and relaxing stay in this historic cottage. The area is beautiful and very quiet. The bed was comfortable and we especially enjoyed eating and relaxing on the sun porch. Guy was very helpful and great with communication before, during, and after our visit.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded cabin in woods
Take a step back in time to this awesome cabin. We stayed for a guys weekend and caught a Penn State game. It was about 25 minutes to the stadium but worth the drive. Breath taking trout stream walking distance from the place.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay near Barre
Everything went perfect at our stay. Location was just what we wanted for the Little J, we were able to run and hike and attend event in State College . Bike trail nearby that we want to check out next time ! Guy was fantastic at check in . We will be back !!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and convenient
From start to finish our visit was wonderful. The cottage was clean, quiet and comfortable and allowed for easy access for fly fishing on the Little J as well as a 40 minute drive to Penn State. Guy, the owner, communicated well and met us upon arrival to make sure we had what we needed. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Glen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Getaway Cottage
This cozy mountain cottage has lots of charm and is perfect as a place to relax and rejuvenate. In a word, it is comfortable. It is only a few minute walk to an acclaimed trout stream (we were on a fly fishing trip) and a quick ride to a variety of restaurants. The host is responsive and welcoming. I look forward to a return trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022