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A Private Retreat in the Heart of Benezette

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Benezette, PA
  • Main St Park
    6 min walk
  • Elk Country Visitor Center
    4 min drive
  • Mt Zion Historical Park
    17 min drive
  • DuBois, PA (DUJ-DuBois Regional)
    60 min drive

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About the area

Benezette

A stay at this cottage places you in the heart of Benezette, within a 5-minute drive of Main St Park and Elk Country Visitor Center. .This cottage is 6.3 mi (10.2 km) from Mt Zion Historical Park and 11 mi (17.8 km) from Hemlock Ave Park.

What's nearby

  • Main St Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Elk Country Visitor Center - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Marion Brooks Natural Area - 21 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Elk Mountain Winery - 25 min drive - 24.9 km
  • Straub Brewery - 37 min drive - 36.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

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!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a phone, as well as a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Bryan Lukehart & Jennifer Helman

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Ping pong table
  • Games room

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the city centre

Things to do

  • Winery tours nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Cycling 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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

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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A Private Retreat in the Heart of Benezette Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 218 out of 238 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 238 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 238 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 238 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 238 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melinda C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Trip
The property was perfect for our family weekend getaway with elderly parents. It was close to all the attractions Benezette has to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandi R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation!
Plenty of room for our family stay. Very clean and enjoyed the outside with the fire pit. Liked that it is in town but up against the mountain. Seen plenty of elk at Winslow hill.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Dale A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Review
Could use new mattresses beds not comfortable had low water pressure otherwise convenient and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Close but private
We had a wonderful time. Loved that we were so close to everything and still had privacy to sit by the fire. The house was very clean when we arrived. We took a small table to give us space to put our food on as the kitchen counters are limited. Hope to rent this house in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Niena V.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cabin was great didn't see many elk though
Property was great
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Elk viewing
Excellent location! Very convenient. Fantastic hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

LISA R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Benezette Happy Place
Have stayed here 2 or 3 time over the years and it is always a great stay. Location is awesome!! Everything is ready when we arrive.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Early September Stay
The property is nice. I like that it sits back off of the street. It is very quiet. The house was very clean and comfortable. The location is great with easy access to everything that Benezette has to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

Liked: Cleanliness
benezette get away
like the location, plenty of room for 9 people the kids like the basement with the ping pong table.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicky B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Elk Grove
Amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice
I really liked the location. It is convenient and quieter than u thought it was going to be and also because I love the Elk Life for coffee and snacks! The listing is accurate. If you don’t want to take your own towels sheets and blankets get the linen service (WHICH IS CLEARLY STAYED WHEN THEY SEND YOU THE INFORMATION). It was clean and cozy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark M., Dundee

Liked: Cleanliness
Elk Grove Stay
Impressed with all the kitchenware that was supplied.We had everthing we needed.We all slept very well,beds were very comfy.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rita B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good
Nice property and wonderful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

sally m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good Times
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda G., Mifflinburg pa

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Close to Elk life . Saw some deer on property and very cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lin P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Elk world
We had such a wonderful time staying at your home. Saw elk turkeys deer and the location was wonderful. Would stay there again. Thank you for letting us share your home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary B., East Berlin PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Benzenette beauty
The home we rented was very nice and pet friendly! Even though it is summer months we did see Bull Elks up at the “Big Cross on the Hill” location. Which is absolutely awesome. We plan to go back in the fall to hear some bugling and see more elk at the other overlook areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

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