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Valley Vista Lodge
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Valley Vista Lodge

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
AU$267
avg per night

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Galeton, PA
  • Place, Cherry Springs State Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Ole Bull State Park
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Lyman Run State Park
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

3 Double Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
The current price is AU$267
avg per night

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About the area

Galeton

Galeton is home to this lodge. Coudersport Golf Club and Coudersport Area Recreational Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cherry Springs State Park and Ole Bull State Park. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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What's nearby

  • Cherry Springs State Park - 19 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Ole Bull State Park - 20 min drive - 19.8 km
  • John J. Collins Memorial Park - 27 min drive - 28.2 km
  • Galeton Public Library - 27 min drive - 28.2 km
  • Lyman Run State Park - 32 min drive - 18.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Waldheim - ‬14 min drive

About this property

10 Minutes to Cherry Springs, Dark Skies, Star Gazing, Hiking, Fishing, Skiing

Bedroom 1- 1 double bed Bedroom 2 - 1 Queen bed Loft- 3 double beds
The Lodge is complete with Knotty Pine interior and slate floors in the kitchen and dining area. The Great Room has a beautiful flagstone fireplace.
Central Air Conditioning
We provide Fiber Internet , T.V., DVD, an outdoor grill, fire pit, and picnic table. Fly fishing, hunting, hiking, skiing, star gazing @ Cherry Springs State Park , geo-caching. Direct snowmobiling and atv riding from the Lodge. Numerous state parks and the PA Grand Canyon with 30 minutes drive. Fly fishing only streams (Little Kettle) 15 minutes away. PA Wild Areas are a short drive.
The views from the Lodge and tower are gorgeous.

Amenities

Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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
Please contact the owner. We have a $25 pet fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Bookings canceled at least 30 days before the start of the stay will receive a 100% refund.

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

Frequently asked questions

Is 10 Minutes to Cherry Springs, Dark Skies, Star Gazing, Hiking, Fishing, Skiing pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at 10 Minutes to Cherry Springs, Dark Skies, Star Gazing, Hiking, Fishing, Skiing?

As of 11 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 10 Minutes to Cherry Springs, Dark Skies, Star Gazing, Hiking, Fishing, Skiing on 12 Mar 2026 start from AU$267, 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 10 Minutes to Cherry Springs, Dark Skies, Star Gazing, Hiking, Fishing, Skiing?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 10 Minutes to Cherry Springs, Dark Skies, Star Gazing, Hiking, Fishing, Skiing?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 10 Minutes to Cherry Springs, Dark Skies, Star Gazing, Hiking, Fishing, Skiing?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 10 Minutes to Cherry Springs, Dark Skies, Star Gazing, Hiking, Fishing, Skiing located?

Situated in Galeton, this lodge is within 12 miles (20 km) of Cherry Springs State Park, Ole Bull State Park and Lyman Run State Park. Lyman Run Lake is 11.5 mi (18.6 km) away.

10 Minutes to Cherry Springs, Dark Skies, Star Gazing, Hiking, Fishing, Skiing Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 161 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 161 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 161 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 161 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 161 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and quaint. A great place to get away from the hustle and bustle of life. Great place to unplug and unwind.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine C.

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

Beautiful place

A wonderful weekend of star gazing and nature. A beautiful property in a gorgeous place.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward M.

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

King of the wing

Cabin was great, private, great views. Close to Galeton for the festival, fishing and parks for hikes.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela H.

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

Vacation with Family & Friends

We enjoyed our stay. Great location. Cabin was perfect & exactly what we were looking for.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
From the moment we pulled up to the property, we were awed by the view. This cabin is so perfect for stargazing! Walking in, we were reassured by the extremely clean scent and appearance. Its a cabin, so there will always be the occasional bug or cobweb, but the bedding, floors and surfaces were excellent. The bed and living room furniture were clean and reasonably comfortable, especially for a pet-friendly rental. Benn and his wife were wonderful hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

J P.

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

Stay here!

This cabin was an amazing experience for us. It was cozy, clean, and in a good location. Private but not too far away from state parks and town. It even had a star gazing tower that you could go up and view the stars. I would stay here again and would highly recommend this cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan K.

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

Amazing!

Had a great time the cabin and views were awesome it even cleared up enough the second night to see the stars. Hope to stay again someday!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shanda G.

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

Nice location

Great location for ATV’ing. House was clean and spacious.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

DONNA W.

Ultimate Getaway

This was our second visit, and again was not disappointed. The home has everything needed and is very comfortable. It is perfect for night sky viewing.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2016

10/10 Excellent

Dan K.

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

Valley Vista Stay

Had a great time! The lodge was well appointed and even roomier than expected. The listing pictures don't do it justice! The property offered great views of the surrounding hills and valleys. We hope tocome back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

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

Great property and price

This was my first visit to Cherry Springs. And after staying up here, I will definitely be doing so again. The house and land are well-equipped for all four seasons, the tower is perfect for stargazing, and everything is just spacious enough for a small group or family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

David L.

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

Great stargazing location!

My partner and I stayed here for a few days with our dog. It was very quiet and comfortable, with a large field to walk in and an indoor fireplace. We intended to go, but never actually went, to cherry springs state park, since we were happy with the solitude and view from the observation tower. I'd be happy to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

David D.

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

weekend get away

Cabin is very nice. Heed the 4x4 warning! Great location and if the weather would have cooperated, I'm sure the star gazing would have been amazing at that location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clayton D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you are not familiar with the nuance of PA roadways... this spot will expose you to the finest public access roads that will take you back to the days of horse drawn-only access. All along the way pondering, "why would a settler have lived out here?". Answer, farmer or hunter. The view is spectacular and bring your adventure spirit for the local activity of your choosing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen G.

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

Wonderful location

Wish we had more than just the weekend to explore the area. So much to do close by that we didnt have time for. But our daughter got a wonderful picture of the milkyway taken from the platform in the field, so she was thrilled. The cabin was nice. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan M.

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

Simply Amazing!

Property and location were fantastic, especially for my needs: to take photos of the night sky. Benn was amazing in his support of my needs both before and during the trip. Everything was better than expected, and I will definitely be going back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Casey B.

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

Cozy Cabin

I chose this cabin because it was one of the few that offered a wood burning fireplace and it made a romantic Valentine’s Day weekend perfect. The cabin itself was perfectly quaint and rustic. It was clean and inviting. Didn’t explore the surrounding area too much as it was snowing but it provided a perfect secluded getaway Positioned where it was in the mountains it was quiet and private.My girlfriend and I are looking to make a tradition out of staying at this location. We were very happy with it.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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

Great do-over

We stayed last year to checkout the dark skies in midwinter but had completely overcast skies. This was a great do-over. Benn was accommodating again as he was last year. The property is in a great location. Extremely peaceful and a great getaway spot. We had clear skies and the best star view ever.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim K.

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

Starry sky

The cement pad with an air mattress provided us with a gateway to the Milkyway. The house was spotless, and the kitchen had all the cooking utensils you could want. We plan to come back next year with the grandkids.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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

Responsive property owner

The location is perfect. The area is so quiet and feels remote but is only a short drive to whatever we needed. By the way, try Trails End at the Waldheim. We had a few minor issues, but Benn was extremely responsive and did everything he could to solve the problem or offer alternatives.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We very much enjoyed our stay. It’s a nice cabin. However, there were a few safety concerns: the hand rail for the stairway has a board under the rail which makes it impossible to grip. There is essentially no rail to hold. Removing that board is recommended. Also, the observation deck was probably pretty nice 25 years ago but it is no longer safe. The railing is completely shot and I’m not sure what is holding up the back landing on the stairway. There is no post! It is sagging and at some point will fall off the building. I recommend closing the observation deck until repairs are made before someone gets hurt. By the way, I’m a contractor and build structures and decks for a living.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kristen F.

Very relaxing stay

We had a wonderful stay at the lodge! We were there for the Perseid meteor shower, and the stargazing was excellent from the tower. Benn and his family are generous, friendly hosts, and we felt very comfortable on the property. We stocked up on groceries before our arrival, and the kitchen had everything we needed to cook and grill during our stay. There are some nice hikes very close to the lodge and a pick-your-own blueberry field just 5 minutes down the road. The views from the lodge and tower are perfect for watching the sunset. We had a relaxing, peaceful stay, and we would definitely come back!

10/10 Excellent

Leah S.

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

Remote Work Stargazing

Had a wonderful stay. My partner and I planned to work remotely for the week and we weren't sure what to expect from the Wifi, but we were both able to take meetings at the same time with no issues. Property is cleaner and brighter than the pictures show. Sink water was clean and fresh, shower was hot. Nothing not to love! (except for the mouse who greeting us when we arrived, but once he figured out that people were home, he hid away and didn't bother us again).
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

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

A Million Stars

We had the most amazing time. The property might possibly be the most beautiful spot in Pennsylvania! The pictures do not do it justice :-) The house was clean and had everything we could possibly need. The observation deck was the perfect place to look out over the country. The stars were magnificent and the whole reason we stayed, but we were pleasantly surprised with the beauty of the farms and surrounding hills and woods. There is also a field of grass/wildflowers that fills the air with an amazing scent. We loved this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca F.

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

Stars and solitude

This is our second time staying at the lodge, and it was just as good as the first stay. If your intent is to stargaze this is the property for you, the observatory tower puts you above the treeline for spacious views. We arrived during the new moon and the Milky Way was gorgeous. My husband set up his equipment and was able to capture wonderful pictures. What I enjoy most about this property is the solitude and quiet; it's a soul balm for me. I also enjoy hiking in Susquehannock which is accessible from the property. The lodge was comfortable and clean; we enjoyed ourselves very much. Benn is always available if you have any questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020