10/10 Excellent
Stephanie K.
4 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stephanie K.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Entire home
Kugler Cottage, built 1871
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Reviews
9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Oil City, PA
- Place, Samuel Justus Recreation Trail5 min walk
- Place, Oil City Library6 min walk
- Place, Venango Museum of Art, Science and Industry14 min walk
- Airport, Franklin, PA (FKL-Venango Regional)20 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Kitchen
About this property
Kugler Cottage, built 1871
Welcome to Kugler Cottage, built in 1871, and nestled in the heart of the Oil Region National Heritage Area and the Oil City Southside Historic District—built by Casper Kugler who was an oil drilling tool inventor and manufacturer. The house features 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a circa 1880 piano, a game room, and beautifully refinished original wood floors. Outside you can stroll through the gardens where you’ll find a collection of fairy doors and many species of flora and fauna.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Oil City
Oil City is home to this holiday home. Seneca Square and Cranberry Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Oil Creek State Park and Samuel Justus Recreation Trail.
Oil City, PA
What's nearby
- Samuel Justus Recreation Trail - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- Oil City Library - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Venango Museum of Art, Science and Industry - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- UPMC Northwest - 12 min drive - 10.9 km
- Gerard Hiking Trailhead - 21 min drive - 13.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 14 min walk
- Scierkas Tavern - 3 min drive
- The eagles club - 18 min walk
- Villa Italia Ristorante - 16 min walk
- Oil City Moose Club - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
9.6/10
Cleanliness
6.6/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
8/10 Good
Serretta A.
6 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall our stay was enjoyed.
Serretta A.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Donald H.
15 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Donald H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Michael w.
15 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was fine.
Michael w.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
About the host
Hosted by Mike Bordell
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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