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Cottage near Pittsburgh - Pet Friendly, No Pet/Cleaning Fees, Secluded & Quiet

Cottage in Carnegie with kitchen and balcony

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Outdoor dining
Back Yard
Back Porch
firepitt at dusk
Peaceful and Quiet

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 4130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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  • Place, PNC Park
  • Place, Acrisure Stadium
  • Place, Rivers Casino
  • Airport, Pittsburgh, PA (PIT-Pittsburgh Intl.)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cottage near Pittsburgh - Pet Friendly, No Pet/Cleaning Fees, Secluded & Quiet

Get a real feel of the rolling hills of Pittsburgh while staying in a comfortable cottage built on a hill in a peaceful wooded setting. Plenty of room to relax and unwind while enjoying nature. Deer, turkey, birds and squirrels abound! I feed them all, so you will most certainly see them all during your visit.
The cottage is less than 10 minutes from downtown Pittsburgh (park and ride and bus is within walking distance) and the Pittsburgh Int'l airport is only 15 minutes away. It has 1 private bedroom with private half bath, loft with daybed and trundle. One covered deck overlooks the local town of Carnegie and the 2nd covered porch is along the private road. The fireplace in the living room is sure to set the mood for a relaxing evening. Weather permitting, you can enjoy the outdoor firepit! The local park (which is also a dog park) is within walking distance. It's the perfect place to stay and feel like you are at home while you are visiting our beautiful City of Pittsburgh!

**** In lieu of chargning a pet fee, I have a pet donation program in place at the cottage.
There are two organizations to choose from: Bridge To Homes Animal Rescue: https://www.bridgetohome84.org and Cali Cat Rescue: www.calicatrescue.com****

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 11:00 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: limit 3 total
I allow pets. There is a $75 fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
You can smoke outside, please dispose of butts.

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 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Carnegie

Located in Carnegie, this cottage is in a rural area and near theme parks. Market Square and Station Square are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Kennywood. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Acrisure Stadium or PPG Paints Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Carnegie, PA

What's nearby

  • Station Square - 8 min drive - 8.4 km
  • PNC Park - 9 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Acrisure Stadium - 10 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Rivers Casino - 11 min drive - 10.2 km
  • PPG Paints Arena - 11 min drive - 10.2 km

Getting around

  • Stevenson Station - 7 min drive
  • Pittsburgh Station - 18 min drive
  • Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Raya's Pizzeria - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Slice on Broadway - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Carnegie Coffee Co. - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪El Pollon Carnegie - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Presutti's - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage near Pittsburgh - Pet Friendly, No Pet/Cleaning Fees, Secluded & Quiet pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Cottage near Pittsburgh - Pet Friendly, No Pet/Cleaning Fees, Secluded & Quiet?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage near Pittsburgh - Pet Friendly, No Pet/Cleaning Fees, Secluded & Quiet?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage near Pittsburgh - Pet Friendly, No Pet/Cleaning Fees, Secluded & Quiet located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Woodville and within 6 miles (10 km) of Ohio River Valley and Acrisure Stadium. Duquesne Incline and Topgolf are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 159 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 159 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 159 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 159 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 159 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

AMPP

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host is quick to answer any concerns.The place was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cozy!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cozy location with a secluded, scenic backyard.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ed B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little cottage on secluded road. Fit our needs for bringing in our daughter to college in Pittsburgh. Host was extremely helpful and responsive to our questions and the check-in process was very smooth.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice little rustic house/cabin. Owner was excellent communicating with me. We loved sitting on the porch with cocktails after long days of hiking, and especially enjoyed all the birds and the one neighborhood kitty who came to visit. Bed was very comfortable and everything was very clean. The driveway was the only bad thing. It's tough to get out of. Recommend bringing your AWD pickup or SUV rather than just a front wheel drive sedan, or park in the street at top of hill.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

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

Hidden Gem Hideaway

This is a sweet cozy cottage hidden among the trees with beautiful flowering bushes. We came days after a severe storm blew through Pittsburgh and unfortunately power outages everywhere. The host Laura was extremely helpful throughout our stay. We enjoyed watching the birds on the back deck and grilling dinner together.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexis Y.

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

Nice, cozy getaway spot

This is our 2nd time staying at this property. It is very clean, quiet, and just close enough to Pittsburgh. Easy check-in, friendly owner. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matthew F.

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

Perfect Little Hideaway

Nice 2 floor little house. No traffic. Great home base for my visitation excursions.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rivka Property G.

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

Lovely getaway!

Laura’s house was a nice weekend getaway. It is probably a little more secluded in the summertime as opposed to winter, but it had everything we needed :) the grill and fireplace are the perfect final touches
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

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

Terrific Stay

Quaint cottage type property. Enjoyed our stay. Love the back deck! Owner was very responsive and helpful with the area. Very active week with biking, hiking and golf. We were able to bring our dog which made our stay even better.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lou Ellen M., Glen Mills, Pennsylvania

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

St. Paddy’s weekend

The house was exactly as advertised on Vrbo. Our host was amazing, communication was excellent. It was such a relaxing weekend visiting with family and friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Secluded feeling

What a wonderful place. Cozy. Great patio and grill. Close to lots of places. We had a great time hiking in western PA and staying at Laura’s place
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth M.

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

Charming Cottage

Spent several days while visiting family in the area over Thanksgiving holiday. Very comfortable, well-equipped and nicely furnished cottage in a quiet neighborhood on a hill overlooking Carnegie, PA. Nice outdoor space but a little chilly to enjoy it. Very pet friendly!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele S.

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

Very cute cottage with great access to Pittsburg

Very cute, well kept cottage just outside Pittsburg. Communication with the owner was great and everything was as advertised. I appreciated being able to bring my pup and that the fees go to help local animals.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle F.

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

Oasis in the woods

This is a quiet place to stay and you can bring your furbabies with you too! My dogs absolutely loved watching bird/squirrel TV (the birds/squirrels would eat food by the deck and once my pups noticed it, they watched them all the time!). This place was in a convenient location and easy access to Pittsburgh. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda K.

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

Family vacation

Quaint, cozy, comfortable cabin nestled in the woods with all of the amenities and more. We had a beautiful buck visit and he rested by the side wall for quite a while. I wish I could attach his picture - truly amazing for any animal lovers. Close by many of the things we wanted to do in the Pittsburgh area. We had a wonderful time and look forward to visiting again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luis F.

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

A hidden treasure

We were delighted to find this place at the last minute. It was the perfect setting for two us and three dogs. We’ve never been to Pittsburgh. The property was perfect for our day trips. Definitely a place to stay when visit Pittsburgh again. We found the property charming and quiet . The kitchen had everything we needed. We used the grill once. Luis and Leigh Ann
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

E. B.

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

Quiet house, great host

This was a great house for us to stay in while visiting family in the area. The view is beautiful, and its very peaceful. The space was very clean, and the host was wonderful about our fragrance sensitivities. The kitchen is fully functional for cooking our own meals or storing and reheating leftovers. There's a small yard for the dog to run around in, but the neighborhood is also nice for walking. The only things to be mindful of are that this is a very hilly area, so the driveway takes a little practice turning into from the road (but the host provides great directions!), and the stairs in the house are very steep -as shown in the pictures. Laura was a wonderful host for our stay and we will be happy to stay here again for future visits!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

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

Carnegie Cozy Cottage

We really loved our stay at this property. The location was perfect, secluded but still close enough tontown to get out and do things (we went to the Strip and a Pens game). We got to see lots of birds and squirrels that came to the back porch to eat seeds, and even had 3 deer just come and lay down in the yard. I was able to prepare a meal there with ease, as everything i needed was there. My dog really enjoyed the dog toys that were out for him also. He also liked tunning thru the keaves on the hillside and meeting the 2 neighbor dogs. Overall, this is very much a cozy cottage and would highly recommend this property. 10/10😁
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy getaway near the city

Loved the house! The beds were comfortable and the kitchen had everything we needed. There was plenty of hot water and good water pressure. The back deck was beautiful with lots of birds and squirrels to watch. Wifi connection was strong and easy to connect to. As others have mentioned, the actual driveway down by the house is a bit tricky to get out of. Parking in the driveway on arrival is easy, whether you back in or face forward. It's getting out that's difficult. We ended up pulling in facing forward so that we could back out to leave. To do this, when first arriving at the house from Terrace Avenue, we made a slight right turn into the driveway pulling forward towards the fence. Then we backed up to reposition the car to drive straight towards the house with the car facing forward in the driveway. When leaving, we backed up straight onto Terrace Avenue, then straight forward to drive away. It was very easy doing it this way versus backing in on arrival. There is zero traffic on Terrace Avenue because it's essentially a private road with only a few houses. The only other thing to make note of are the stairs in the house. The house is older and the stairs are very narrow and steep. The bedroom and the loft/trundle bed are upstairs so the only way to go to bed is to take the stairs. The full bath and shower are downstairs which means we ended up using the stairs a lot during our stay. Overall, we had an enjoyable stay in this getaway house near Pittsburgh.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David J.

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

Pet Heaven

We stayed in the Cottage due to the birth of our first grandchild and because we didn't exactly know when she'd enter this world we were in Pittsburgh for a few weeks. We chose the cottage after spending 2 weeks in a hotel which was not ideal and we had our 2 Labrador Retrievers with us. The cottage was just what we were looking for. a clean home with a nice layout close to our daughter that didn't break the bank. It is hard to find accommodations for 2 larger dogs (ours are 65lbs each). the hotel was very restrictive but the cottage allowed us to spread out a bit more and both provided a nice place to stay but a separate work area for me. I couldn't recommend this more for dog owners. 1) the owner did not lay down a ridiculous number of rules (our dogs are very well behaved and well trained) 2) it was close to a very nice dog park where we ran them almost every day 3) it was very quiet and almost secluded 4) it was reasonably priced. The accommodations were good, the bed comfortable, the water hot and the full kitchen allowed us to prepare some decent meals (had a nice grill too). Many reviews cite the street and the driveway as difficult. We did a dry run to evaluate it the day before we moved in and after a couple of days it was easy peasy. I highly recommend backing into the driveway then backing up the street then turning around. it feels weird the first time you do it but then you get used to it. Laura was a great host as well and very accommodating.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Misket S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage was perfect. Loved the outdoor deck area and the little dog area. House was clean and well stocked. Stayed for 3 days visiting family. My little dogs loved navigating the stairs
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was stocked fully and with many extras. Very clean on the inside and served for a nice weekend. The yard is tricky because of it being on a slope so when walking the dog can be stressful if a deer or squirrel appear.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute place and convenient to Pittsburgh, restaurants and shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I stayed two nights while attending a class near Pittsburgh. The location was good, just outside of town, which allowed for privacy. The fire pit was well stocked, and I was able to have a nice evening outside. Parking lot a bit steep but not a big issue.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

About the host

Hosted by Laura Essel

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I grew up in Pittsburgh and purchased this home (my first) in 2009. My dad and I remodeled it together. I love the house, but a few years ago I met someone and moved out to the country about an hour South of Pittsburgh. I live on a 3 acre farm that is mostly wooded. I have a huge garden (learned how to can) and also raise chickens! I live for the outdoors and I can always be found hiking, camping, boating, swimming, kayaking (and every other outdoor activity you can think of). I am also an animal lover (which is why I allow pets in my cottage). I really enjoy hosting folks in my home! I believe this is the career path I was meant to follow!

Why they chose this property

I was renting an apartment on Main street in Carnegie. I love to walk, so one day during a walk, I noticed a street I had never been down. As I walked down I came across this house that was completely covered in trees and kinda reminded me of a "hobbit house" (this is also how my mother referred to it as well)... and there was a for sale sign in front of it! I couldn't believe it. It was the perfect little house for me. Close to the city yet close to nature! It needed ALOT of work, but my dad and I remodeled it together (while i lived in it). I love the house (and still do) and now I share it with all of you lovely people!

I also donate the entire pet fee to my local animal shelter: Bridge To Home Animal Rescue

What makes this property unique

Close to Downtown Pittsburgh and Pittsburgh Airport. Walking distance to park and bus stops and a CVS/gas station. Secluded and private,

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