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Downtown State College! Carriage House at Woodruff Highlands House
Cottage in State College, near Pennsylvania State University
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 483.6 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
State College, PA
- Place, Pennsylvania State University13 min walk
- Place, The Arboretum at Penn State5 min drive
- Place, Bryce Jordan Center6 min drive
- Airport, State College, PA (SCE-University Park)15 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
2 King Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
About this property
Downtown State College! Carriage House at Woodruff Highlands House
Enjoy your stay in this newly renovated private carriage house in the heart of The Highlands Historic District and Downtown State College. Park your car for free and walk (or bike) to Penn State Campus (Beaver Stadium, BJC, Pegula & Rec Hall) and downtown restaurants, bars and shopping. Open concept floor plan with 2 king beds, wet bar with full size refrigerator and freezer, living space with sectional and dining area.
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Amenities
Air conditioning
Parking available
Barbecue
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
About the area
State College
The Highlands, a neighbourhood in State College, is home to this cottage. Palmer Museum of Art and Pennsylvania Military Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania and What-A-Blast Extreme Laser Tag. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Bryce Jordan Center or Sarni Tennis Center.
State College, PA
What's nearby
- Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
- Pennsylvania State University - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- The Arboretum at Penn State - 5 min drive - 1.8 km
- Pegula Ice Arena - 6 min drive - 2.1 km
- Bryce Jordan Center - 6 min drive - 2.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Elixr - 8 min walk
- Federal Taphouse - 7 min walk
- Vibe Coffee Co - 7 min walk
- Panera Bread - 8 min walk
- Wings Over Happy Valley - 4 min walk
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Mike Hendrickson
Mike and Jen are Townies and Penn State grads who moved back to State College in 2006. Jen is a local interior designer and hospitality professional. Mike is the property manager and local businessman. They love hosting others and showcasing their one of a kind home in downtown State College.
Why they chose this property
The Highlands neighborhood in downtown state college is a mix of single family homes and student rentals. The Fairmount property is located at the corner of Burrowes and Fairmount Avenue, just several blocks from downtown and walking distance to the Penn State campus, Beaver Stadium, Bryce Jordan Center, and Pegula Ice Arena, as well as many other athletic venues.
What makes this property unique
In the heart of downtown State College, this remarkable 1922 stone home-designed by noted architect A. Lawrence Kocher. A classic Georgian Four Square layout with a large entry foyer opening to all main rooms allowing for unparalleled entertaining. Thoughtful original details throughout the home include crown molding, real wood floors, French doors to most rooms on first floor, stairway railing and windows. Care has been taken by current owners to bring the home into a new modern era without eliminating the character and visual appeal of this period masterpiece. The Carriage house and Basement Suite both have private entrances and make for excellent hospitality spaces.
Languages:
English
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