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A Private Retreat in the Heart of Benezette

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3 bedrooms, WiFi
TV, fireplace, table tennis
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9.8

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3 bedrooms2 bathrooms279 sq m

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Benezette, PA
  • Popular LocationElk Country Visitor Center4 min drive
  • Popular LocationElk Mountain Winery25 min drive
  • Popular LocationStraub Brewery37 min drive
  • AirportDuBois, PA (DUJ-DuBois Regional)59 min drive

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About this property

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

A Private Retreat in the Heart of Benezette

Located a mere one mile from the Elk Country Visitor’s Center, The Elk Grove is a semi-secluded haven right in the heart of Benezette, Pennsylvania. Tucked against wooded lands at the end of a gravel drive, The Elk Grove is a perfect escape for families, couples, and outdoor enthusiasts looking to stay right in the town of Benzette without being feet away from other tenants.

This three bedroom, two bath house, with a full finished basement is spacious enough for larger families, but cozy enough for couples. The Elk Grove is walking distance to many attractions in Benezette, including the Elk Country Visitor’s Center, Benezette Wines, The Old Bull Café, The Benezette Hotel, the Elk Trail, and the waterways of Trout Run and the Bennett Branch of the Sinnemahoning Creek. Despite being so close, guests can still feel far away with picnic and fire pit areas where you see more trees and wildflowers than neighbors!

Elk regularly visit the property to graze in the yard, or look for apples on the tree only 20 yards from the windows in the dining and kitchen areas. The former occupants told us stories of how "Fred," the former Benezette town bull, used to sit just under two bedroom windows regularly! So don’t be surprised if you see an elk staring in your bedroom window when you wake up!

The Elk Grove has a full kitchen equipped with a propane cooktop and double ovens, a full refrigerator and freezer, and a microwave. The eat-in kitchen has table seating for four, where guests can sit with their morning coffee or evening glass of wine and watch the elk come into the yard to graze on the grass or search for apples. The living room has enough seating for the entire family and includes a comfortable sectional sofa, recliner, and rocking chair, as well as a flat screen television with Dish Network. The upstairs bathroom features a tub/shower, toilet, and vanity illuminated by custom tin lighting that accents the mountain wildlife themed room.

There are three generously sized bedrooms upstairs, two with queen sized beds, and the other with a king. There is plush carpeting throughout the living room and bedroom areas. Each bedroom has ample closet space for longer stays, as well. There is also a large hall closet to collect the family's coats during those colder months in Pennsylvania.

There are a washer and dryer located in the finished basement available for tenant use. The basement is carpeted, with a full bathroom including a toilet, sink, and stand-up shower. There is more than enough space for the kids to play here!

For outdoors lovers, there is a picnic table under roof for outside meals, even in the rain. There is also a fire pit area outback with a perfect view of the woods behind the house.

The Elk Grove offers all of the convenience and close proximity to the attractions of Elk Country without the encroachment of other cabins, we hope you will join us!

Property manager

Bryan Lukehart & Jennifer Helman

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the city center

Things to do

  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Golf nearby

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

  • Unit size: 3000 sq ft (279 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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 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

Property is also known as

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A Private Retreat in the Heart of Benzette
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About the neighborhood

Benezette

Located in Benezette, this cottage is in the city center. Elk Mountain Winery and Straub Brewery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Parker Dam State Park and S. B. Elliott State Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Elk Country Visitor Center - 4 min drive
  • Elk Mountain Winery - 25 min drive
  • Parker Dam State Park - 33 min drive
  • Straub Brewery - 37 min drive
  • Dubois Country Club - 48 min drive

Getting around

  • DuBois, PA (DUJ-DuBois Regional) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Palotv Benezette Hotel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Old Bull Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Elk View Diner - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Benezette Store & Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Benezette Store - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A Private Retreat in the Heart of Benezette pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A Private Retreat in the Heart of Benezette?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Private Retreat in the Heart of Benezette?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Private Retreat in the Heart of Benezette located?

Set in the center of Benezette, this family-friendly cottage is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Elk Country Visitor Center, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Elk Mountain Winery and Parker Dam State Park. Memorial Park and KRHC Fox Township Medical Center are also within 25 mi (40 km).

A Private Retreat in the Heart of Benezette Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 201 out of 220 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 220 reviews" "
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 220 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 220 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Allison Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
We had a wonderful time here. The place was clean and very homey. The fire ring and yard were nice. We could hear the deer walking in the woods at night. And walking distance to the ice cream shop was perfect. Thank you for a great trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David G., Washington Boro, New Jeresey

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful mountain getaway!
My wife and I, and the two pups found this private retreat just right for our stay. The house was immaculate and very homey. The little town is just right for getting away from the hustle and bustle of life. The Elk Life store is literally down the end of the driveway- good coffee and all kinds of good eats. We really enjoyed exploring the surrounding parks (saw some elk), St Marys (Straub Brewery), and a distillery, among many adventures. We plan on coming back!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amity M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Stay
Loved the cottage. It was spacious and clean. The only con is there was not a lot of counter space in the kitchen, but we used a fold out table to hold snacks and it worked perfectly. We booked for the fall before we left.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Trip to Elk Country
We definitely enjoyed our stay. The place has some wheelchair access, the entry ramp is a bit steep for the wheelchair but the person was able to walk up and mobility around the house was doable. Everything about the cabin was great. The kitchen had many items we could use to make meals, though counter space was limited. The beds were super comfortable, we (4 of us) slept great. The town looks good and people were friendly. Hope to visit the area again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Margie F., Acme, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
The Good and the Bad/warning
Good: We found the location, cleanliness, and the size of the house to be excellent. Out of season so it was also very quiet and we felt secure. We hate to say now the word bad so we will say WARNING/lessons learned…. There are NO bed sheets or towels..we have never rented a home that did not come with bedsheets or towels. (We reread the ad numerous times but did not see notification). Then it didn’t help to have to ride 10 miles back to the nearest store plus spend another $100. Next, the internet was out for two of the three days. We have Verizon and also had no cell signal so we had to take a ride to look up the landlord contact details and to message and call the landlord (hit vm). (We were stupid in that we had not written the contact details down. Requesting to list contact info. Somewhere obvious in the location). Response came later, but unfortunately, it was not fixed till the following day. Learn from our lessons.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything close by
House was perfect for our stay. Plenty of parking and close to everything in town including ice cream at Elk Life!! 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome 4 days
Fantastic place to stay, close to everything that you want to visit. Fully equipped house just unpack and enjoy your stay. Will definitely be back this fall.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Tabatha D.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Disappointed
The first hour we stayed we had to get bedding, bath towels/washclothes. I looked on the listing and it didn’t say anything about this at all. Luckily I always bring my pillows along or we would had to buy them too.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra M., Gardners

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Stay
We arrived right at checkin and met the cleaning man leaving. He was nice & pleasant. The house was warm & cozy, spacious basement. Great walking location to many popular businesses. Would definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chuck D., Portersville pa

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun
Nice clean spacious house. Clean and close to many attractions
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ray C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Property was very clean. Outdoor security lights were nice to have. This was my 5th trip to Benezette and the first rental where the water did not have an odor. Just wish the water pressure was better.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Review
Place was very nice and kept clean. Enjoyed r stay. Nice location. Definitely will rent again. Ty
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

Liked: Cleanliness
An Elk exploration
Had a lovely time in this comfy cabin while we explored Benezette and surrounding towns looking for elk.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM R.

Liked: Cleanliness
weekend elk trip
We spent the weekend viewing elk and enjoyed ourselves. The property location is excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

SUZANNE R.

Liked: Cleanliness
elk viewing
we visited the area to see the elk, the home was a short drive to many viewing areas . we were able to walk to area restaurants , shops and a winery, but the home was set back enough to feel secluded . the owners answered our questions and requests .we will return to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Bonnie B., Langeloth Pa. 15054

Liked: Cleanliness
Great proximity to everything.
Nice place to stay real close to everything had a great weekend except for the rain seen some Elk but was hoping to see some in our yard, maybe next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Jay Y.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Needs TLC
Pics shown on listing must be very old as the place is now a bit run down. Furniture is falling apart. Not the cleanest place either. Bed linens that we paid extra for were utterly disgusting and stunk like mold/mildew. I can not recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patti M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Elk Grove 9/23
Everything was nice. You should mention in your advertisement that linens are not provided so your guests know to bring their own. We didn’t see as many elk as previous years, but it was great spending time with my dad and hubby. Thank you for sharing your home!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Kim W.

Liked: Cleanliness
camp comfy
quiet, clean, back off the road close to viewing areas to look for elk.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

edward s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Karen and Ed
Great location...nice place..had everything we needed...
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Patricia P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Looking for elk
We had a nice time and got to see Elk at the center Saturday evening which was awesome. Being so close to everything and Elk Life was nice. Had an elk hotdog! The cottage was clean and roomy.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great relaxing weekend!
Clean roomy relaxing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Elk life
Everything great. Met all expectations
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place for a getaway
Property was as described clean,neat and in order. I did not know about needing bedding and towels till we arrived. We have stayed in many states all have provided bedding and towels. Still a vey nice place to stay and enjoyed time with our senior dog.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kayla S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the place
Place was fantastic. Great place to stay!. Althought no fault of the cleaner, but couldnt get in till 430 due to the cleaning process.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023