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Rustic 2BR 1BA Cottage w Porch!

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A room with a large window overlooking a wooden deck with a table and chairs.
A kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a stove, and an oven. There is a wooden shelf with bottles and a wine bottle.
A rustic cabin surrounded by dense forest, with a gravel path leading to it.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, a ceiling fan, and a comfortable seating area with a sofa and a coffee table.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a white cabinet with shelves, and a window with blinds.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • The great outdoors

    Guests love the outdoor space here.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Monroeville, PA
  • Place, Hindu Jain Temple
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Presque Isle State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Boyce Dog Park 1
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pittsburgh, PA (PIT-Pittsburgh Intl.)
    ‪72 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Rustic 2BR 1BA Cottage w Porch!

Rustic cottage getaway situated on mature oak forest. Enjoy the peace of nature while being centrally located with an easy drive just minutes to downtown Pittsburgh. Relax on the porch while drinking your morning coffee or a glass of wine soaking in the soothing sounds of the forest. Experience a woodland retreat without leaving the convenience of the suburbs.

Welcome to our cozy 2-bedroom cottage tucked away in a quiet suburban neighborhood - just a short drive to the heart of Pittsburgh. Here you will find comfort, space, and all the essentials for a relaxing stay.

Sleeping Arrangements:

Bedroom 1: King bed
Bedroom 2: Queen bed
Both bedrooms equipped with light blocking blinds

Living Space:
The living rooms is warm and welcoming, featuring a large sectional couch, recliner, and a 70" smart TV. Large windows let you feel surrounded by nature.

Kitchen:
The fully equipped kitchen has everything you need to cook and dine comfortably, including a fridge, dishwasher, oven, microwave, coffee maker, and French press. Cookware, dishes, and utensils are all provided.

Bathroom:
One full bathroom with a tub/shower combo.

Outdoor Space:
Step out onto the private back deck to enjoy your morning coffee or evening meal. The outdoor space includes a propane grill and dining table - great for warm weather lounging.

Amenities:
- High speed WiFi throughout the home
- Dedicated workspace with a desk
- Plenty of driveway parking

Pet Friendly:
We welcome well-behaved small to medium dogs (limit 2). Sorry, no cats.

Important Note About Driveway Access:
The gravel driveway is steep in sections, especially near the top. While many sedans, SUVs, and trucks navigate it without issues, 4-wheel drive is recommended. When pulling out, avoid hesitating at the crest - it's steeper than it looks from the road, but very manageable once you're on it.

Neighborhood Guidelines:
Located in a peaceful residential area - please no parties or loud music after 10pm. We want all guests (and neighbors!) to enjoy a relaxing and respectful environment.

Our home is over a century old and tucked into a beautiful wooded setting, where nature is part of the experience. Because of the natural surroundings and the age of the home, you may occasionally cross paths with insects or local wildlife - it's all part of the charm of an old soul.

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House Rules

Check in after 12:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys

Take out all trash to the designated bin.

Leave all used linens in a neat pile on the bedroom floor before you leave.

Either wash all dishes by hand or run the dishwasher before checking out.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

No fires allowed in any fireplace or firepit.

Please stay off the tractor equipment on the premises.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4790746vb
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 and a deadlock
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

Monroeville

Monroeville is home to this cottage. Cinemark Monroeville Mall and Boyce Park Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Monroeville Mall and Edgewood Town Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Mellon Park Tennis Center or Harmarville Blade Runners Ice Complex. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like hiking and mountain biking.
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Monroeville, PA

What's nearby

  • Hindu Jain Temple - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Presque Isle State Park - 6 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Boyce Dog Park 1 - 6 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Sri Venkateswara Temple - 10 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Monroeville Convention Center - 12 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • Pittsburgh Station - 22 min drive
  • Latrobe, PA (LBE-Arnold Palmer Regional) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burgatory - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic 2BR 1BA Cottage w Porch! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Rustic 2BR 1BA Cottage w Porch!?

As of 19 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rustic 2BR 1BA Cottage w Porch! on 1 Nov 2026 start from AU$853, 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 Rustic 2BR 1BA Cottage w Porch!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rustic 2BR 1BA Cottage w Porch!?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic 2BR 1BA Cottage w Porch!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rustic 2BR 1BA Cottage w Porch! located?

Situated in Monroeville, this cottage is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Hindu Jain Temple and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from UPMC East. Forbes Hospital and Forbes Regional Hospital are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 5 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Check-in

8.4/10

Communication

8.4/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and a great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pet friendly, well stocked and adorably decorated. The steepness of the driveway was a challenge, even with awd. We did it once and parked on the street after that and walked up and down. Other than that it is a super nice rustic cabin in the woods
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very friendly host and a wonderful serene little stay. Only minutes from town and right around the corner from our job site. Absolutely love the back porch!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a perfect spot for us. Close to family we were visiting and secluded the way we like to be.The weather got cold, but the house is snug and cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Missing that old run-down frat house furniture? Looking for an overpriced campsite? Book this cabin if you enjoy the smell of mold and stale cigarettes.The place sat closed up with the window AC units off, so nothing had moved that air. Running them a few hours before check-in is the least a host could do. Good luck documenting it for a refund: the mold is behind a locked basement door, and odors don't show up in photos.For 250 a night you get a cliff to pitch a tent on. I'd recommend that over the interior. The living room is a stained couch and a stained recliner, both holding whatever soaked in years ago. The interior window sills are lined with dead bugs.The grounds are wilderness: scrap metal, broken tractors, rusted animal pens, piles of trash. Every hoarder amenity is stowed under the porch collecting rainwater and breeding mosquitoes. Five minutes out there and you'll look like you caught a rash.The driveway is a challenge with all-wheel drive on a dry day, and leaving means pulling blind into traffic.The only other real review here is also one star. The rest of the praise lives in a homemade guestbook where the handwriting and phrasing look awfully familiar, overlapping itineraries and all.The host keeps every dollar even when you tell her on arrival you won't be sleeping there. It books maybe every other month, so no one else was paying for those nights. When a guest doesn't feel comfortable, I'd hope a host would offer at least a partial refund.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept 2026
We would not host this guest again and would caution other hosts to carefully consider accepting a reservation from them. Shortly after arriving, the guest messaged us, “we are in love with the space.” A few hours later, however, the guests voluntarily left the property and chose to stay at a hotel instead of completing their reservation. They subsequently requested a refund, despite the reservation being subject to our clearly stated cancellation policy. When we declined the refund in accordance with those terms, the guest left an extremely negative review of our property. The circumstances were particularly concerning because the guest initially expressed strong satisfaction with the property, voluntarily abandoned the reservation only hours after arrival, and then posted a highly negative review after their refund request was denied. Based on our experience, we consider this a high-risk reservation for future hosts. We recommend that other hosts exercise caution when deciding whether to accept a booking from this guest.

About the host

Hosted by LeeAnne Magro

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Hi, we're LeeAnne and Ross! We loved living in this home for years - it's peaceful, private, and still close to everything. Though work took us to Florida, we couldn't part with it. We stay here when visiting Pittsburgh, our forever home. We're outdoor lovers into hiking, fishing, kayaking, and off roading. We also have a dog and cats who keep life fun! We're happy to share local tips and hope you enjoy this cozy space as much as we do.

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