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SHADE MOUNTAIN RETREAT ★ CEDAR BARREL SAUNA & HOT TUB!! ★ 28 ACRES ★ SLEEPS 20

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Exterior
6 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Smart TV, DVD player, ping pong, books
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10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 20390.2 sq m

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  • Hot tub
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  • Washer
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  • Kitchen
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  • Air conditioning
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  • Dryer
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  • Barbecue grill
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East Waterford, PA
  • AirportReedsville, PA (RED-Mifflin County)58 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Shade Mountain Retreat is a delightful place for an extended family gathering such as ours. The property is beautifully ...
Peter K.
Jan 3, 2024

About this property

Entire place

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

SHADE MOUNTAIN RETREAT ★ CEDAR BARREL SAUNA & HOT TUB!! ★ 28 ACRES ★ SLEEPS 20

Welcome to "Shade Mountain Retreat." This is such a lovely private setting, perched on the side of a ridge among the rolling hills of Juniata County!

Watch the wildlife as you sip your coffee on the porch, relax in the hot tub, take a nature walk on the trails (28 private acres to explore!) and enjoy the numerous cozy spaces this property has to offer!

This property is WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE!!


INDOOR SPACE:
•The main floor is WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE
• Large fully stocked kitchen on main floor
• Beautiful open living room space with cathedral ceiling
• Dining room with table that extends to seat 16+
• Basement family room with pool table and smart TV
• Laundry room in basement with 2 washers and 2 dryers


• Bedroom 1: Main level, queen bed, master bath with shower
• Bedroom 2: Main Level, queen bed
• Bedroom 3: Main Level, queen bed
• Bedroom 4: Main Level, queen bed
• Bedroom 5: Basement, one double bed, 2 single beds
• Bedroom 6: Basement, 2 single beds, 1 bunk bed
•Two full baths on main level (in addition to master bath)
• Full bath in basement and half bath/laundry in basement

Additional sleeping spaces:
•West loft - King bed and twin bed
• East loft - sleeper sofa
•Basement family room - sleeper sofa
•Office/sitting room in garage - sleeper sofa



OUTDOOR SPACE:
• Cedar barrel sauna
• Hot tub
• Two 60' long covered porches! Lovely spots to enjoy your morning coffee and watch the wildlife
• Fire pit area
• Basketball net
• Propane grill located under covered area outside the detached garage

•Large detached garage with rec room, ping-pong table, and smart TV on second floor

• 220V outlet in detached garage to charge electric vehicles


•We have WiFi, but it's not super fast as this is in a fairly remote area

•There is a landline phone available to use. There is generally limited cell service here, but if you have WiFi calling on your phone, you are welcome to use that.

Property manager

Jake Beiler

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Billiards/pool table on site
  • Table tennis on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 4,200 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Please contact me to inquire about hosting events.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 any lifts

Property is also known as

Shade Mountain Retreat With HOT Tub! Sleeps 22
Shade Mountain Retreat With HOT Tub! Sleeps 20
Shade Mountain Retreat With HOT Tub!! 28 Acres Sleeps 20
SHADE MOUNTAIN RETREAT ★ WITH HOT TUB!! ★ 28 ACRES ★ SLEEPS 20

About the area

North America

Getting around

  • Lewistown Junction Station - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza & Sub Shack - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is SHADE MOUNTAIN RETREAT ★ CEDAR BARREL SAUNA & HOT TUB!! ★ 28 ACRES ★ SLEEPS 20 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at SHADE MOUNTAIN RETREAT ★ CEDAR BARREL SAUNA & HOT TUB!! ★ 28 ACRES ★ SLEEPS 20?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SHADE MOUNTAIN RETREAT ★ CEDAR BARREL SAUNA & HOT TUB!! ★ 28 ACRES ★ SLEEPS 20?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is SHADE MOUNTAIN RETREAT ★ CEDAR BARREL SAUNA & HOT TUB!! ★ 28 ACRES ★ SLEEPS 20 located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly cabin is within 25 mi (40 km) of Juniata Valley Winery, Sunset Hill Shooting Range and Rockhill Trolley Museum. East Broad Top Railroad and Myers Park are also within 25 miles (40 km).

SHADE MOUNTAIN RETREAT ★ CEDAR BARREL SAUNA & HOT TUB!! ★ 28 ACRES ★ SLEEPS 20 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 59 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 59 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 59 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dave S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!!
Beautiful quiet place in the woods!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friends weekend
Amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Extended family gathering
Shade Mountain Retreat is a delightful place for an extended family gathering such as ours. The property is beautifully furnished ans maintained, with a roomy kitchen, lots of pots and pans, and abundant dishes and silverware. The wide-open central space and looong dining room table were ideal for our group encompassing 3 generations. We particularly liked all the wood paneling. There were lots of fun things to do, from indoor and outdoor games to hiking in the woods. All in all, a very enjoyable week for the entire family.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

April B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Getaway
House was the perfect location for our multi-family holiday Celebration. The hot tub, ping pong table etc was enjoyed by all ages. Plenty of space to have alone time and come together for meals and games. Most well stocked house we’ve ever rented (kitchen items, bathrooms items, towels, trash bags, etc). Jake was a wonderful host and was very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sid B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal property for family vacation
- Jake is prompt, flexible, proactive, awesome! - Best for families wanting to spend time in one location - Ample rooms, beds, towels, amenities, hot tub, ping pong etc. - Unlike other properties this one has many bed rooms as well as multiple bathrooms - Not many places to visit close to the location i.e. remain in the property and have quality family time... thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lupita S., Aspers

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful labor weekend with church family!!!!
We had such of beautiful time in the middle of the nature, the air, the surrounding area with just us and God’s creations!!!! If you are looking for a quite place to be outside of your house and enjoy nature this is a great option!!!! Jake is awesome as an owner, very communicative. We had no problems staying here. Minus details that were very well addressed. If we will need Jakes place again. We will be very happy to stay here!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zema S., Butler, PA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot
We recently spent a week at Shade Mountain Retreat with our family of 16. It's a wonderful property for a multi-generational vacation. Hiking trails and a firepit were available for our active members. A pool table was well used by all 3 generations present. The large property gave us space for many activities. There are extra activities available in the area. Our only concern was a lack of cell phone coverage (not Jake's fault)
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Extended Family Gathering
This beautiful, clean property, situated in a lush green forest, was the perfect choice for our large extended family gathering in May. We were 14 guests of many ages, but there was always a possibility we might have had more, and it was nice to know we had room to sleep 20 just in case. Our elderly folks were quite comfortable among the 4 queen bedrooms on the main floor, without ever using stairs, to their delight. The kids were quite happy to be together in bedrooms on the lower floor, near the pool table (The site of a secret midnight pool tournament... rumor has it.) There are many different family rooms sprinkled around the 2 buildings, providing the various age groups to gather independently. Other indoor activities are available, and the very large ping pong game room above the garage was perfect for our rainy day. A VERY long dining table was key for seating 12 of us with even a few more at the counter, and the two extra refrigerators in the garage meant that our many meals over 5 days were possible without any food runs. Relatives all got a chance to reconnect while seated together. The large BBQ got used every night, and can officially fit 16 large steaks. Hiking trails (hilly) provided a bit of exercise and bird-spotting, while the fire pit was a big hit in the chilly evening. (Thanks to our awesome host for providing firewood!) Our host, Jake, was very responsive, before and throughout the rental process. We could not have asked for a better experience.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jade L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Really enjoyed my stay. Location is great House is great!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Cabin!
Such a wonderful property! A great place to rest and relax with a large group of friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joselito V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Escape from the hustle & bustle of city life
Wow is the first word that came out of everybody’s mouth. This place accommodated 20+ of our extended family to celebrate my mother in law’s 70th Birthday. The property is immaculate, very private, full stocked and well maintained. Hot tub, pool table, ping pong table and the Basketball hoop were a big hit. The hiking trail is definitely a must. Jake the host was awesome with communication and even had a welcome basket full of goodies. We had a Wonderful time with this property. Will definitely come back or will try Jake’s other property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becky H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Family Reunion House
This house was the gathering spot for family members from NY and VA. It worked out perfectly and met all of our needs. From the stocked kitchen to the provided items, this house made it easy to arrive and feel right at home. We made great use of the hot tub, the basketball hoop, the trails behind the house and all the indoor gathering spots. Would definitely return in the future and highly recommend others consider! Jake's responsiveness was the cherry on top -- he was excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Theresa T.

Liked: Cleanliness
The PERFECT family getaway!
I cannot say enough good things about this listing--just thinking about it makes me smile :) I rented this property for our extended family's holiday retreat (10 adults, 9 kids!) and it was truly a magical experience. The cabin is laid out beautifully with enough room for all of our guests, even a super kid-friendly lower level with bunk beds and game room. There's even a hot tub for the "bigger" kids :) The kitchen is extremely well stocked with a great layout (open plan, pass-through with counter seating) that made the non-stop meal prep (again, 9 kids) a breeze. The dining room table even has 7 extra leaves and could accommodate our whole crew. We brought a fair amount of food/groceries with us, however, there is a smaller grocery nearby (15-20min) for immediate needs and larger/more shopping options about 40min away in Lewistown. The cabin itself is super cozy and even has a backup generator in the event of power outages. The cell phone reception is not great, however there is a landline and wi-fi, so easy enough to set up wi-fi calling on your mobile device, should you feel the need. The cabin also sits on 20+ acres, great for day hikes and outing with the kids. There is also a covered porch lined with bird feeders that made for some excellent bird-watching. Perhaps the best part about this property is the host and his service team. :) Jake was incredibly helpful and responsive to all of our needs. We were five different households covening during a massive winter storm and he went above and beyond to make sure we had easy/safe access to the property and stayed nice and cozy throughout the low temps. (Surprisingly good temperature regulation for a cabin!) From the excellent communication and meticulously cared for property to the welcoming decor and decorations, there's a reason he has the "super host" designation. I have been an avid patron of VRBO and its like competitors for a decade in at least a dozen countries and Jake was hands down our best host, to date. In summary, EXCELLENT listing. Highly recommend...so long as you don't try to book it when I am :)
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful weekend at shade mountain retreat!
Our stay at shade mountain retreat was wonderful from start to finish! A weekend away with friends and family in a beautiful home was just what was needed! The house was beautiful, spacious, extremely clean, and stocked with everything you could think of! I cannot say enough nice things about the host, Jake. He answered every question I had for him almost immediately and went completely out of way to make our stay amazing! A 5 star experience the entire weekend! Thank you, Jake! We plan on coming back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious secluded house
First off Jake was amazing! He always responded very quickly before and during our stay. There was so much space, rooms and bathrooms the 16 of us never felt crammed. He provided enough table space and chairs for us all to sit together at the dinner table for Thanksgiving. It was great too with that many people to have 3 refrigerators. The direct TV was nice since like he stated in his overview of the place that you have no cell service and the wifi isn't the best when you have so many people trying to be on it. But he was very upfront about it so we already knew there was nothing he can do about it. Like he also stated there really isn't close access to a large department store so just come prepared. We did and we had no issue. Very nice place and we all were able to have our own rooms. We went on a hike on his trail as well a couple of times which was very nice. It is a steeper hike but a great workout and great to get one with nature. Thanks Jake! We will definitely be back and loved the place!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tina S., 140 Pine Tree Rd Manchester, PA 17345

Liked: Cleanliness
Northeastern Class of 83 friends trip
We absolutely loved the cabin and property and all it had to offer. We pick a different destination every year for our class gang of 11 for a long weekend, but it we every decide to visit this area again we would definitely book this cabin. Blessings Tina Supenia
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Communication
The communication from Jake was outstanding. He responded and followed up within minutes. Even answered a question from a family member immediately. Jake even took time to check in throughout the weekend to see if anything was needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection!
This house was amazing! Super clean and well stocked. Check in and check out was a breeze. The host made our stay very relaxing. It was the perfect weekend getaway with friends!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara P., harrisburg pa

Liked: Cleanliness
wonderful weekend
Just returned home from a girls getaway. We had a great time. Spacious home. Large table for us to gather , dine and play games. Entertained by the birds and squirrels.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachael P.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Perfect Getaway
This was our second trip to Shade Mountain Retreat, and I cannot say enough good things about it. The space is perfect for us: plenty of separate bedrooms and great common areas for activities, both inside and outside. The bedrooms each have their own décor, which really adds to the sense of a home away from home, rather than just a corporate retreat setting. We really loved having a hot tub AND instructions for how to refill it (you wouldn’t believe how many vacation homes leave you to figure it out on your own). Gorgeous porches on both sides of the house, and a fire pit? Sign me up. With plenty of outdoor space, you feel secluded, which just increases the sense of togetherness. The home also comes well stocked. There are plenty of plates, cups, toilet paper. The kitchen has most of the standard tools you would expect. The home also has all the linens you need, including special towels for the hot tub. We are so grateful to have such a warm and welcoming space for our friendly get-togethers. This house would be perfect for an extended family holiday or a multi-family vacation. We hope you enjoy it as much as well do (just don’t take our dates for our next trip)!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin D.

Liked: Cleanliness
The 20somethings that needed a vacation
My friends and I go an adults vacation ever year for a 4-day staycation and renting from Jake this year was an amazing experience! His house looks exactly like the pictures and the way he describes his house is completely accurate! We were surprised in how clean and well quibbed his house was, I was very shocked to see that he had made sure there was a very big pile of firewood outside, how well stocked his kitchen was with all appliances, and just having the basics there just in case like toilet paper paper towels and napkins shows that he appreciates his guests. There really couldn’t have been a better house to stay at because there was just so much to do and the house is perfectly laid out that if somebody want to nap during the day they were disturbed, and we were on top of each other eitherJake is very communicative throughout the whole process and while we were there he checked in to ensure that everything was going smoothly.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Jakes place was perfect for our family reunion! The place is just as described and very clean. The trails outback were a bonus- so beautiful ! Jake was very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M., Washington, DC

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious, well maintained cabin away from it all
I went to Jake's cabin with a crew of 14 friends, and we had a fantastic time! The cabin is extremely spacious as the pictures suggest, so there were tons of spaces we could all hang out in and have fun together. We ended up making use of all of them, including the huge garage space with its own game room/loft. The cabin is clearly well taken care of. As the reviews suggest, everything we needed regarding cleaning supplies was already stocked. The kitchen was more than sufficient for us to cook for our huge crew. Capping this all off was excellent communication with Jake -- I've been rending cabins for our crew for years and I don't think I've ever interacted with a property manager as friendly and attentive. Never waited more than a few minutes for a reply, and he even allowed us the option of a late checkout, making our final morning much more pleasant. Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

donatella v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway Property
We had a wonderful experience in this lovely house. Jake was very responsive and friendly. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Logan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home
The home was nice, and the owner communicated well throughout the process. Our only problem was the location. Not much around and we all lost complete service when we were about 30 minutes near the property. So we stayed inside. But overall we made the most of it and enjoyed the home!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021