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Private family lodge on 42 serene acres- 15 minutes to Penn State- Centre County

Rural retreat offers private escape where travelers can unwind by the fire ring or explore thousands of acres of wildlife on nearby hiking trails

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Pap's Place Family Lodge spans 42 acres of serene countryside. It features a spacious covered deck for outdoor games and gatherings. Guests enjoy evenings around the fire ring and easy access to State Game Lands with numerous walking and hiking trails.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

About the area

Howard is home to this lodge. Curtin Village at Eagle Ironworks and Bellefonte Historical Railroad Society are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bald Eagle State Park and Millbrook Marsh Nature Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Beaver Stadium or Bryce Jordan Center. Visit our Howard travel guide
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Howard, PA

What's nearby

  • Foggy morning along the water with reflection of trees at Bald E
    Bald Eagle State Park
    10 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Curtin Village at Eagle Ironworks
    8 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Talleyrand Park
    15 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Bellefonte Art Museum for Centre County
    15 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Creekside Rock and Gems
    15 min drive - 12.5 km

Getting around

  • State College, PA (SCE-University Park)
    24 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    6 min drive
  • Burger King
    14 min drive
  • Bonfatto's Italian Market & Corner Café
    13 min drive
  • Big D's Cones & Shakes
    8 min drive
  • The Waffle Shop
    13 min drive

About this property

Private family lodge on 42 serene acres- 15 minutes to Penn State- Centre County

Property highlights
A firepit, a garden and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at Private family lodge on 42 serene acres- 15 minutes to Penn State- Centre County.
Additional perks include:
  • Games, smoke-free property and barbecues
Room features
All guest rooms at Private family lodge on 42 serene acres- 15 minutes to Penn State- Centre County feature comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as dining tables and kitchen islands.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and soap
  • Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Decks/patios, outdoor lighting and kitchens

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Property amenities

Things to do

  • Games
  • Playground
  • Stereo

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Strip any used beds

Take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No Firearms

No Utility Vehicles

No Hunting

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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

Frequently asked questions

Is Private family lodge on 42 serene acres- 15 minutes to Penn State- Centre County pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Private family lodge on 42 serene acres- 15 minutes to Penn State- Centre County?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private family lodge on 42 serene acres- 15 minutes to Penn State- Centre County?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private family lodge on 42 serene acres- 15 minutes to Penn State- Centre County?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private family lodge on 42 serene acres- 15 minutes to Penn State- Centre County located?

Situated in Howard, this lodge is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Curtin Village at Eagle Ironworks and within 9 miles (15 km) of Bald Eagle State Park and Bellefonte Art Museum for Centre County. Creekside Rock and Gems and Talleyrand Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Reviews

Private family lodge on 42 serene acres- 15 minutes to Penn State- Centre County Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Heath E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to go for a group of friends. Plenty of room for everyone and all the beds were comfortable. Would do it again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rich f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family trip for PSU graduation

Beautiful surroundingsHouse well stocked with supplies
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Massimo C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Property -- Peaceful and Secluded

Terrific place to decompress. Plenty of rooms and beds for large groups. Lots of room on the property. Host was easy to contact. Would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

White out game

We came up to visit some of our college students and experience a penn tailgate and game! Great location and plenty of space for all of us. Thanks Paps place!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pap’s Place

Family-friendly, rustic lodge is perfect for large groups. The darts, bumper pool, card table were great for the rainy days. The fire pit, horseshoe court and rolling hills were great for fair weather days. Our family had a great time, and got to spends lots of time reconnecting without being attached to phones and electronic devices. The hosts were very responsive to any questions and concerns. The hosts provided sheets, household soaps and cleaning and paper goods, plenty of kitchen ware, and even some sweet treats for us when we arrived.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to meet up before a football game. The property was a little out of the way but well worth the added drive.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Justin Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect For A Guys Trip

Beautiful, secluded location with plenty of room and amenities. The owners really thought of everything and were more than accommodating for anything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn A.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024