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This Old House / Next to Sayers Lake

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A storage area with shelves holding rolled towels and a wicker basket.
A staircase leading to a living area with a sofa, a dining table, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A coffee machine on a wooden cart with a coffee cup, a Dunkin' Donuts bag, and a tray of coffee pods.
A bathroom with a toilet, a sink, and a shower area.
A small office space with a desk, chair, lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
With space for 13 guests, this vacation home features 6 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It is pet-friendly, making it suitable for families traveling with pets. Enjoy nearby attractions like Bald Eagle State Park and Frog Pond.

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Bald Eagle State Park
6 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Howard, PA
  • Place, Bald Eagle State Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Pennsylvania State University
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Place, Bryce Jordan Center
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Airport, State College, PA (SCE-University Park)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

This Old House / Next to Sayers Lake

This Old House

Bring the whole family or gather your group at This Old House, a spacious 6-bedroom home in Howard, Pennsylvania. You're just 5 minutes from Bald Eagle State Park and Sayers Lake and approximately 30 minutes from Penn State University and Lock Haven University.

As our way of saying thank you for staying with us, your stay includes 2 complimentary pizzas from Brother's Pizza Howard, located right next door. A pizza coupon will be provided for you to use during your stay.

With 6 bedrooms, 2 living areas, 2 full bathrooms, and a dedicated game room, there's plenty of space for everyone to spread out, relax, and enjoy time together between your adventures.

When it's time to unwind, gather in the living room to watch TV, head to the family room to play cards or a game of octagon pool, or catch the game together.

And when you're ready for dinner, Brother's Pizza is right next door.

Traveling with a smaller group?

This Old House is also available as a private 3-bedroom configuration. This option is ideal for smaller groups who don't need all 6 bedrooms but still want to enjoy the property, location, and amenities. If you only need 3 bedrooms, look for our This Old House – 3 Bedroom listing.

Need even more space?

Loft by the Lake is located right next door and may be available to reserve along with This Old House. If you're traveling with a particularly large group, contact us before booking and we'll be happy to discuss options for reserving both properties.

The Space

This Old House offers plenty of room for groups and families to relax comfortably.

The home includes:

6 bedrooms
2 full bathrooms
2 living areas
A family/game room
A full kitchen
Plenty of space to gather together or find a quiet place to relax
Sleeping Arrangements

The six bedrooms provide a combination of 2 queen-size beds and 4 full-size beds, along with a crib in the first-floor bedroom.

Please keep the bed sizes in mind when planning sleeping arrangements for your group.

Guest Access

Guests have private access to the entire house during their stay.

Dining & Gathering

The bar-height dining table seats 8 guests using its combination of chairs and stools.

For larger groups, the card table in the game room can accommodate up to 8 additional people when using the folding chairs located in the closet.

Location

This Old House is a convenient home base for exploring the area. Enjoy the outdoors at Bald Eagle State Park and Sayers Lake, visit Penn State or Lock Haven University, or simply stay close to home and enjoy the space, games, and local food.

And don't forget your 2 complimentary pizzas from Brother's Pizza Howard, just steps from the house.

More Ways to Stay at This Old House

Whether you're traveling with a large group or a smaller family, we offer two ways to book This Old House:

6 Bedrooms: The full home for groups needing maximum space and sleeping capacity.

3 Bedrooms: A private 3-bedroom configuration for smaller groups that don't need all 6 bedrooms.

Both options are part of This Old House in Howard, Pennsylvania. Please make sure you select the configuration that best fits your group's needs when booking.

We look forward to having you stay at This Old House!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO SMOKING IN THE HOUSE
NO PARTIES. Family friendly gatherings of any size are encouraged. please keep noise to a minimum out of consideration for the neighbors.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3741851vb
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 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Howard

Howard is home to this holiday home. Curtin Village at Eagle Ironworks and Bellefonte Historical Railroad Society are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Nittanee Creek Practice Range and Big Spring Spirits. Travelling with kids? Consider Creekside Rock and Gems and Tait Farm Foods.
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Howard, PA

What's nearby

  • Bald Eagle State Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pennsylvania State University - 28 min drive - 37.5 km
  • Bryce Jordan Center - 34 min drive - 41.0 km
  • Beaver Stadium - 34 min drive - 41.0 km
  • Pegula Ice Arena - 35 min drive - 41.3 km

Getting around

  • State College, PA (SCE-University Park) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hublersburg Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Brothers Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Brothers Pizza of Lamar - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Phoenix - Sweet Treats & Savory Eats - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Twin Kiss - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is This Old House / Next to Sayers Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at This Old House / Next to Sayers Lake?

As of 24 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at This Old House / Next to Sayers Lake on 13 Oct 2026 start from AU$1,512, 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.

How much is parking at This Old House / Next to Sayers Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at This Old House / Next to Sayers Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at This Old House / Next to Sayers Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is This Old House / Next to Sayers Lake located?

This family-friendly Howard holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Bald Eagle State Park and Frog Pond. Hunter Run Cove and Foster J. Sayers Memorial Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, great host.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place for our family of twelve!! Amenities were amazing. Feels like home living! Pizza place next store was great with good food.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yancy was very nice. Place was clean and roomy. Nice get away for a family of 11.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always amazing! Great host even better house!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2025
Rebecca and her crew are great guests. Thank you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stay was amazing, Host was available at any time. I would highly recommend to everyone!
Stayed 25 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Owner was extremely responsive to all questions. House was clean and well maintained. We had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and cozy home

Beautiful and cozy home. The place is even nicee than expected. 100% would recommand
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

We have stayed at this house a few times. I have nothing but great things to say. The host is also very quick to respond. Stay here for any extended stay and you will not be disappointed.
Stayed 18 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have never stayed in this area on our "Penn St annual weekend" but I would come back to this property. We enjoyed the 2 living rooms: one for kids and one for adults. Plenty of bedrooms. We had a nice fire in the backyard. The one negative is the small kichen and cooking pans.Good host and good property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Family Spot

This place was perfect for our growing family. It accommodated our adult children and grandchild as well as our teen boys. It was o my a mile from the boat launch and had space to park our boat. Yancy was very accommodating and responsive. We were able to bring our dogs. Overall a fantastic family house!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Weekend Getaway

Our family had a wonderful stay at this home. It was very clean and well stocked! We loved the large front porch and how close it was to the lake! Bonita is extremely responsive & her and Yancy are so accommodating. We honestly couldn’t have asked for a better home or hosts! If you are looking for good food & great customer service, go right next door to Brother’s Pizza! Our family is already talking about making another visit! 100% would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house with plenty of sleeping room for extended family. Short drive to the lake at Bald Eagle state park. Big front porch with the rocking chairs and swing were a favorite for all. All the women liked the decor and were happy with the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 14 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 34 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Apr 2025
Thank you Seth. Please look book with us again if you are in the area again.

About the host

Hosted by Yancy Sagastume

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