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Relax & Revisit your Yesterdays with a Retro Staycation!

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Terrace/patio
Bar (on property)
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

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Belle Vernon, PA
  • California University of Pennsylvania
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Kennywood
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Carnegie Mellon University
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Latrobe, PA (LBE-Arnold Palmer Regional)
    ‪40 min drive‬

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Charming 3-bedroom house in Belle Vernon with WiFi and AC

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
The price is NZ$879
for 1 home
includes taxes & fees
28 Mar - 29 Mar
Charming 3-bedroom house in Belle Vernon with WiFi and AC

About the area

Belle Vernon

Located in Belle Vernon, this vacation home is in a rural location, within a 10-minute drive of 5th Street Steps and Cedarbrook Golf Course. .This family-friendly vacation home is 5.6 mi (9 km) from Carnegie Museums and 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from Cedar Creek Park.
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What's nearby

  • Vinoski Winery - 12 min drive - 10.2 km
  • California University of Pennsylvania - 15 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Kennywood - 36 min drive - 37.4 km
  • PPG Paints Arena - 45 min drive - 56.2 km
  • Carnegie Mellon University - 47 min drive - 45.0 km

Getting around

  • Connellsville Station - 32 min drive
  • Latrobe, PA (LBE-Arnold Palmer Regional) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Foster House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Relax & Revisit your Yesterdays with a Retro Staycation!

If your taste is more jukebox than Victrola? More poodle skirt than parasol? Then America's First Nostalgic Guesthouse, The Good Ol' Days House is for you. Relax during your stay in a home where the 1950s, 60s and 70s come alive. This recently restored & renovated family home is filled with authentic treasures that bring you back to the decades of America's past with its Nifty 50s Kitchen, an art deco style 1940s Dining Room, a living room in 'mod' 1960s decor, retro 70s bedrooms, and full basement with a Knotty Pine built in bar right out of the 50s along with vintage Pinball and Bowling machines. Take a step back in time with family and friends as you celebrate important milestones such as birthdays, anniversaries, family & class reunions or just a weekend getaway to go back to a simpler time and remember those Good Ol' Days.
**The GOOD OL' DAY HOUSE was just featured on the television show WQEDs 'PITTSBURGH 360' on April 18, 2013! You can download the show from WQEDs website.


Restaurants: There are several excellent restaurants for fine dining in the area such as close-by The Back Porch & The Speer Street Grill, Lenora's in Perryopolis, & Lucchesi's in Monessen. You can also enjoy good home-style family type restaurants, fast food and other familiar chain restaurants all less than one mile away.

Pittsburgh dining is 25 miles or a 30, 45 minute drive.

Seven Springs is less than an hour away.

There are 2 yummy pizza shops, a Dairy Queen, Bakery & Grocery Store all within walking distance.

A friendly local 'watering hole' tavern is also within walking distance on the Main Street.

Shopping: Many vintage & antique shops are close by within a few minutes or up to a 15 minute drive. We have Gabriel Brothers, which is a 'Bargain Place' to shop for name brands & closeouts.
The Brand new Tanger Outlet Mall is 20 minutes away and there are 6 Shopping Malls all within a 30 - 45 minute drive. Such as South Hills Village, Westmoreland Mall, Uniontown Mall, Franklin Mall, Century III Mall and Monroeville Mall.

Churches: Just like in those Good Ol' Days when faith in God was the center of any community--- Churches of all denominations are nearby and most within walking distance to the home.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony or patio. A kitchenette is outfitted with a stovetop and a microwave. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a water park or take in the view from a garden. Additional features at this vacation home include an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

MELANIE PATTERSON

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking permitted on the front or back porch.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Winery tours 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycles
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: We are dog friendly. Sorry no cats.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
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 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Retro Retreat Free Blast Past This One-of-a-kind Groovy Getaway
Cabin Fever? Plan a Retro Weekend Getaway Today! Belle Vernon
Retro Retreat Free Blast Past This One-of-a-kind Groovy Getaway

Relax & Revisit your Yesterdays with a Retro Staycation! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique and Fun!
Family really enjoyed all of the different themes in each room. The game room was a hit! The hosts were wonderful and responsive. We were given a tour of the home on arrival, and they were quick to bring extra lighting during an unexpected power outage. We did not realize that there is also a tiny guest house on the back of the property that is available to book, and our host was able to give that guest a quick tour of the big house also. They share a parking area and a small part of the backyard space, but we rarely saw the other tenants. Booking both homes would be fun for a larger group! The big house is three stories, with game room and full bath in the basement, living area and half bath on the main floor, and three bedrooms, full bath, and laundry closet on the top floor. The kitchen space is small for cooking, but the adjacent dining room is large with plenty of seating. We also enjoyed the front porch and back patio areas. This home is a unique and fun experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible Stay
This is by far the best VRBO experience ever! We celebrated my mom's 79th birthday as well as visiting my son who plays for the Cal football team. Walking around the house brought back so many memories! The communications from the owner were outstanding and in fact were typically responded in less than an hour. The house was extremely clean and the decorations left no detail behind. My son enjoyed the pinball machine and the arcade games and as a family we just enjoyed sitting in the living room talking. The beds were extremely comfortable. We will be staying here again for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Batheia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just lovely
As soon as we walked in this home brought us back to our childhood! Melanie was not only a great host she went above and beyond. Such a nice family. When we return we know where we’ll be staying! At the “Time Machine” home.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We really enjoyed stepping back in time. We will be back for future visits.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna M A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nostalgic
Cute theme. Grandsons loved the games!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Trip down memory lane!
We thoroughly enjoyed staying at the "Good Ole Days" house. A memory at every turn and it was so cozy and warm. A great way to spend Thanksgiving week with family. Melanie was a wonderful host and very responsive to our questions. Highly recommend staying here for an unique and memorable experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
We are 50 and 52. Kids are all 20 and over. Was great to play show and tell as you explored the house. We found the place by luck, but it was excellent. Melanie is a fantastic host. So easy to work with. Clear instructions. And what a welcome to the house. Thank you again for everything. We were sending pictures to friends and family and telling everyone about it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

suzanne m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful weekend
The house is so cute and Melanie is very sweet. The town is fun to explore and the drive to Pittsburg was very easy. Great place to stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home and neighborhood.
Fun house, with lots of very cool things to see or do. Beds were very comfortable. Hosts made us feel welcome. We would stay here again when in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gladys L.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a fun place to stay!!
Our family came upon this fun place while looking for a place for our graduate. This was such a fun environment and our family enjoyed the walk down memory lane while making new memories together. Melanie is a wonderful host with all the kindest details to make you feel welcome!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Comfortable and Fun Home
You walk into this home and feel like you stepped into a time machine. Our group had so much fun. It was very comfortable and clean. Thank you so much for hosting us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas vacation
We had the best time and enjoyed all of the vintage Christmas decorations.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leslie C., Fairfield, Pa

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Fun
Melanie’s home provides a great trip down memory lane. The home is full of memorabilia, yet contains numerous modern amenities to ensure the visit is comfortable. She communicated clearly and promptly regarding all matters. It was lovely to meet her;; the hospitality was greatly appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Denise W.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had an amazing time stepping back in time. We will definitely be back!
Melanie was an amazing host and went out of her way to make our stay special. We had a small gathering for a co-ed baby shower for our family who live in the valley. Our family enjoyed the property as well! We enjoyed the pin ball machine, record player and the themed bedrooms the most!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leo C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great and fun place to stay.
House has everything you need for your stay, owner was just great!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelli A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for family
Our family had a wonderful time visiting with each other in this unique property! The kids loved the pinball!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay here
So much fun!! Highly recommend and will be returning. Host was awesome and the house was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic!
We had a wonderful time. Melanie is a great host and spent some time explaining the history of the home and their family. It was a wonderful experience and weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Veronica C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Family Experience
From the moment we walked in the house, it felt like going to grandma's again. It's not called The Good Ol Days House for nothing. Most anything and everything you can think of from the 50s 60s and 70s was in this house. We played albums, Rock em Sock em Robots and pinball....and there was plenty more to do and see. Besides the 5 staying in the house, we invited other family members for lunch and they had a blast just touring around the house and reminiscing. The kitchen was a bit tight (just like my grandma's, but thats the way they were back in the day) but the rest of the house had plenty of room to spread out. The bedrooms were spacious, and with 5 women, 2 1/2 bathrooms were a blessing. I enjoyed the back porch every morning watching rabbits and chipmunks, and also spent time on the front porch watching the towns people going about their day. We are already planning to go back for another reunion. Its an experience you won't forget.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angelique W., Pennsylvania, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Nostalgic Getaway
Melanie, Thank you so much for sharing your grandparents home with us. As one of our (possibly) last trips together as a family..with my daughter getting married and son graduating college soon..we thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of our nostalgic getaway. We hung out, goofed off, listened to records, played Life, and watched Casablanca. Some of us got a nap in, or took a *fabulous* bubble bath (MEEE!!) It felt like being at home 💗But Better💗 We would love to come back sometime around Christmas someday🌟 You give everyone who comes here a little piece of something back that we lost long ago. Thank you. With Love, The Williams Family & Buddy🐾
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

John T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun place to stay
The host was extremely nice. Responded quickly to any communication. The house was fun. Filled with all sorts of nostalgic things to look at and play with. The house was clean and well organized. Thanks so much for a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Most AMAZING EXPERIENCE FOR ANYONE WHO APPRECIATES TIMES TO REMEMBER!
I'll NEVER FORGET THIS PLACE...
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
Like staying in a museum of times past. Very wonderful! Melanie is a great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Eloise J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Like stepping back in time!
Melanie has put a lot of heart and soul into this house. She met us to give a little tour, left pastries and fresh flowers for us....very, very nice. The stay in the house brought back many memories, thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michele E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Melanie ward very available and approachable. We enjoyed our stay. Very fun place.
It was fun. A bit like staying in a museum, in a fun way.