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Rustic and all the comforts of home in the Heart of the Elk Range
Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and patio
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 892.9 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Benezette, PA
- Place, Pine Tree Trail Natural Area6 min drive
- Place, Main St Park15 min drive
- Place, Elk Country Visitor Center19 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bunk Bed
Loft
2 Double Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
Rustic and all the comforts of home in the Heart of the Elk Range
Welcome! Camp Critter is situated along the banks of Hicks Run and provides perfect accommodation for anyone who wants to experience the PA Wilds. Whether you are a hunter, fisherman or just want a peaceful getaway, this is the place for you.
Several improvements were completed in February of 2025 including: New Living Room Furniture, a newly repainted kitchen and a newly refinished kitchen table. We also provided several new items in the kitchen as well as some new mats and area rugs to freshen things up. More improvements to come as the year progresses.
The Cabin features a fully equipped kitchen, spacious living area and room to sleep 8. There are two large decks, front and back for relaxing, listening to waters of Hicks run or watching the Elk and Deer that frequently visit the yard. A gas grill is available with propane provided. The yard is roughly 2 acres and provides plenty of space for the kids to run around.
Camp Critter is a 20 minute drive from the Benezette Visitors Center and walking distance from the Hicks Run Viewing Area. The cabin sits on Hicks Run, a stocked trout stream accessible from the back yard. If hunting or hiking is your intent, the cabin is just minutes away from State Gamelands and the Elk State Forest.
Please Note: The owners DO NOT provide Linens or bath towels at Camp Critter. This is due to having no laundry services available.
Several improvements were completed in February of 2025 including: New Living Room Furniture, a newly repainted kitchen and a newly refinished kitchen table. We also provided several new items in the kitchen as well as some new mats and area rugs to freshen things up. More improvements to come as the year progresses.
The Cabin features a fully equipped kitchen, spacious living area and room to sleep 8. There are two large decks, front and back for relaxing, listening to waters of Hicks run or watching the Elk and Deer that frequently visit the yard. A gas grill is available with propane provided. The yard is roughly 2 acres and provides plenty of space for the kids to run around.
Camp Critter is a 20 minute drive from the Benezette Visitors Center and walking distance from the Hicks Run Viewing Area. The cabin sits on Hicks Run, a stocked trout stream accessible from the back yard. If hunting or hiking is your intent, the cabin is just minutes away from State Gamelands and the Elk State Forest.
Please Note: The owners DO NOT provide Linens or bath towels at Camp Critter. This is due to having no laundry services available.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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
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 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
About the area
Driftwood
Located in Driftwood, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Elk Mountain Winery and Leaning Pines Public Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Pine Tree Trail Natural Area and Bucktail State Park Natural Area. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails, hunting and mountain biking nearby.
Benezette, PA
What's nearby
- Pine Tree Trail Natural Area - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
- Main St Park - 15 min drive - 19.1 km
- Bucktail State Park Natural Area - 16 min drive - 18.4 km
- Elk Country Visitor Center - 19 min drive - 20.5 km
- Marion Brooks Natural Area - 29 min drive - 39.9 km
Restaurants
- The Bear Den Smokehouse and Tavern - 23 min drive
- Dylan's Chicken - 4 min drive
- Carla & Andy's camp - 20 min drive
- Bud's Bar - 14 min drive
- sterling run tavern - 80 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Seth Conner and Kevin Frantz
We are Kevin Frantz and Seth Conner. Friends of 30 years we have been hunting and fishing the mountains of Elk County since we were young. We decided to open our first vacation rental in 2016 with Barr None Lodge. Our fleet has grown to 4 properties which includes Camp Critter, Barr None Lodge, Spring View Lodge and Bull Hollow Lodge.
Why they chose this property
Easily accessible, just a 1/2 mile off of Route 555. Great for anyone wanting to visit the area no matter what the reason. Close proximity to the state forest and trout fishing in the back yard.
Languages:
English
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