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5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11
Popular amenities
Pool
Spa pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Explore the area
Hillsgrove, PA
Forksville Borough Community Park
Place, Forksville Borough Community Park
12 min drive
Sullivan County Fairground
Place, Sullivan County Fairground
12 min drive
Worlds End State Park
Place, Worlds End State Park
14 min drive
Williamsport, PA (IPT-Williamsport Regional)
Airport, Williamsport, PA (IPT-Williamsport Regional)
49 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 11)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Double Sofa Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
The Big House at Elk Creek Escape
OPEN YEAR ROUND-Great hunting/ fishing get away with a fireplace, wi-fi, local restaurants and bars within minutes. Roomy with up and coming amenities to follow. Kayaking and perfect biking area. Washer and dryer available with a full kitchen available to use. Give our manager a call ahead of time if your stay is a special event we offer packages/options and can help make the event or occasion even better. Same day bookings, Drive in stays allowed if available -Management available 24/7. Call ahead with any questions. Plan your next event or get-together with us.
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 3 pets total)
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Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Important information
You need to know
Property # 3170060vb
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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Long-term renters welcome
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
About the area
Hillsgrove
Hillsgrove is home to this holiday home. Eagles Mere Museum and Sullivan County Historical Society are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Sullivan County Fairground and Olde Barn Centre.
Forksville Borough Community Park - 12 min drive - 11.4 km
Sullivan County Fairground - 12 min drive - 12.4 km
Worlds End State Park - 14 min drive - 13.8 km
High Knob Overlook - 30 min drive - 18.8 km
Ricketts Glen State Park - 56 min drive - 61.5 km
Getting around
Williamsport, PA (IPT-Williamsport Regional) - 44 min drive
Restaurants
Big Mike’s Steaks & Hoagies - 12 min drive
Forksville Inn & Tavern Inc - 9 min drive
High Knob Inn - 13 min walk
Forksville General Store - 9 min drive
Eagles Mere Country Club - 35 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does The Big House at Elk Creek Escape have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at The Big House at Elk Creek Escape?
As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Big House at Elk Creek Escape on 1 Aug 2026 start from AU$444, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is The Big House at Elk Creek Escape pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much is parking at The Big House at Elk Creek Escape?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Big House at Elk Creek Escape?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Big House at Elk Creek Escape?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Big House at Elk Creek Escape located?
Situated in Hillsgrove, this holiday home is 6 mi (9.6 km) from Forksville Borough Community Park and within 12 miles (20 km) of Sullivan County Fairground and High Knob Overlook. Worlds End State Park and Eagles Mere Museum are also within 16 miles (25 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
It was absolutely perfect! Russ was very helpful for anything we needed and the house was incredible! Beds were comfortable, plenty of bathrooms, and the bar area was perfect for hanging out in! We will definitely be back next year!
Trout fishing was good, a short walk to the Loyalsock Creek. A lovely mountain retreat. We visit Sullivan County every year and this location is ideal. Spacious and clean. Dog friendly is a bonus. Russ is a helpful and friendly host.
Our family had a great time! The kids enjoyed all the open space inside and outside to explore. Connie and Andy were great hosts. Definitely making plans to stay here again.
Myles H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2024
Thanks again! we are always looking to improve the campground. Just wait until you come again and see what we have added to the place!
Beautiful blend of retro and modern. Very clean, lots of space for everyone to spread out. The propane grill was not the best but a charcoal option was quickly provided. All in all a great place to stay
The house was great for a large group. Everyone got their own bedroom and the many bathrooms were awesome. The dining and bar area were large and we loved the space to spend time all together. Overall we had a great experience.
We chose this place base on it's area/size for our group. We had a weekend away, unplugged. The house is great for that! There is NO cell service there, just the wifi.
The cabin is located in the most serene location that you could ever find! There is many amenities available that you could schedule something different every single day there.
The house is in immaculate condition and the available space allows you to feel at home. The bedrooms are comfy and well stocked with linens. The hostess was available to at all times and constantly ask if there was anything that we needed. The upgrades that they have planned for the house will make an improvement both inside and out.
I had family that worked while at the camp and never lost, or complained, about the internet provided. There are plenty of eating places nearby that provide a nice selection of food. The locals are also very friendly and make you feel at home there.
Overall, the stay at the cabin had nothing negative that I could find. The hosts were wonderful and provided every need that you could think of, to include the changing of the linens. I plan on keeping the cabin on my places to return to and look forward to our next stay there!
Glenn K.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct 2025
Thank you for coming
Verified
6/10 Okay
beth z.
3 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
On the right track, but still a work in progress
This house is in the process of pretty significant renovations. The owners are definitely on the right track and have made some great improvements so far, but there is a lot more work to be done. The vibe ended up being an odd mix of high/low: nicer bedrooms, tons of pillows, loads of towels....but missing hand soap and a basic kitchen with plastic silverware.
Our stay was really impacted by a lack of wi-fi and no cell service (Verizon/TMobile) anywhere near the house. It made it hard to coordinate arrivals, couldn't communicate with the outside world, TV didn't work, couldn't look up activities in the area, couldn't contact the owners with other issues... It would have been helpful to at least have a landline in the house.
Other things to know: the "fifth" bedroom is more of a pass-through den off the living room, not a real bedroom. The pool listed on the site is totally dry, not in service. The dining room is pretty rustic, no larger table for family meals, but nice larger space to let the dogs play.
The area is beautiful though: great creek outside to play in, nice front porch for relaxing, picnic table out back for meals during nice weather, lots of open space for kids and dogs to run, free amenities in attached campground. And the parts of the house that have been renovated are really very nice. We all agreed that once the work is done, it's going to be a great spot. The owners have made nice decisions so far, just might need more time to finish the work.
beth z.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct 2025
Thank you for coming new manager has been brought on board and the camp has grown feel free to visit again
The Big House was exactly what our group needed for the weekend. Everyone we met at Elk Creek was super friendly and welcoming. The area is beautiful and there are lots of great outdoor spots nearby. The site is truly pet friendly. Don’t hesitate to book your stay.