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Restored colonial farmhouse near Seven Springs -- Perfect for family gatherings
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10315.9 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Somerset, PA
- Place, Laurel Hill State Park12 min drive
- Place, Hidden Valley Resort26 min drive
- Place, Seven Springs Mountain Resort26 min drive
- Airport, Johnstown, PA (JST-John Murtha Johnstown - Cambria County)51 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Front guest bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Double Futon
Master bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Office 1
1 Queen Sofa Bed
Rear guest bedroom
1 Double Bed
3 bathrooms
Guest bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Main level bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Master bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Restored colonial farmhouse near Seven Springs -- Perfect for family gatherings
The Kooser-Ankney Homestead (circa 1832) is a colonial farmhouse listed on the Somerset County (PA) Historic Register that has been lovingly restored. The property has convenient access to Seven Springs (11 miles), Hidden Valley (9 miles), and Laurel Hill State Park (4 miles), and is the perfect place to have a family gathering, enjoy a long weekend, or celebrate a special occasion.
The home features 4 original wood burning fireplaces and 2 gas fireplaces in the guest bedrooms. During warmer months, there is an outdoor fire pit for evenings filled with stargazing. Firewood is provided for guests.
There are three formal bedrooms as well as sleeper sofas on the enclosed porch and in the library. There is a 65" TV in the living room and a 55" TV in the library, with Bose surround sound. The library also features plenty of books and board games (and even a rolling ladder for the book shelves). There are three bathrooms, and the master bathroom features a corner Jacuzzi tub. A front load washer and dryer are available, and towels and linens are included with the rental.
The home is equipped with Starlink Internet. Guests of the property can also access our Electric Vehicle charger (220-Volt 50 Amps).
The chef's kitchen includes granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a 6-burner gas stove, and two large sinks for meal preparation. An outdoor propane grill is located on the covered front porch with convenient access to the kitchen. The dining room has a large table that seats the entire family and is handcrafted from old beams found in the historic barn.
There are many special sites within driving distance to include Seven Springs, Hidden Valley, Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater and Kentuck Knob, Flight 93 Memorial, and Ohiopyle State Park (with whitewater rafting) as well as Bedford Springs Resort and Spa.
The home features 4 original wood burning fireplaces and 2 gas fireplaces in the guest bedrooms. During warmer months, there is an outdoor fire pit for evenings filled with stargazing. Firewood is provided for guests.
There are three formal bedrooms as well as sleeper sofas on the enclosed porch and in the library. There is a 65" TV in the living room and a 55" TV in the library, with Bose surround sound. The library also features plenty of books and board games (and even a rolling ladder for the book shelves). There are three bathrooms, and the master bathroom features a corner Jacuzzi tub. A front load washer and dryer are available, and towels and linens are included with the rental.
The home is equipped with Starlink Internet. Guests of the property can also access our Electric Vehicle charger (220-Volt 50 Amps).
The chef's kitchen includes granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a 6-burner gas stove, and two large sinks for meal preparation. An outdoor propane grill is located on the covered front porch with convenient access to the kitchen. The dining room has a large table that seats the entire family and is handcrafted from old beams found in the historic barn.
There are many special sites within driving distance to include Seven Springs, Hidden Valley, Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater and Kentuck Knob, Flight 93 Memorial, and Ohiopyle State Park (with whitewater rafting) as well as Bedford Springs Resort and Spa.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 12:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 and a first aid kit
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Somerset
Located in Somerset, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Laurel Hill State Park and Kooser State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Alpine Slide and Living Treasures Animal Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Somerset, PA
What's nearby
- Somerset County Park - 10 min drive - 8.1 km
- Laurel Hill State Park - 12 min drive - 6.3 km
- Glades Pike Winery - 13 min drive - 6.6 km
- Hidden Valley Resort - 26 min drive - 14.3 km
- Seven Springs Mountain Resort - 26 min drive - 17.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Momma Jo's Pizza - 10 min drive
- McDonald's - 11 min drive
- Sheetz - 9 min drive
- Eat'n Park - 11 min drive
- Dunkin' Donuts - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Chris Strasser
We have loved living in this home with family and friends for more than two decades. I served in the U.S. Navy and continue to work in the Washington DC area. My wife was previously a professor at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe, PA, but in 2014 joined the faculty at the College of William & Mary in Williamsburg, VA. Thus, we are no longer able to live full-time here and look forward to sharing our home with others. We have wonderful property managers and neighbors who provide support to us and our guests.
Why they chose this property
My wife was born in Western PA, so when a job opportunity presented itself in the region we moved to be closer to family. This was the only property that we scheduled an appointment to view and, even though it needed extensive renovations, we simply loved the historic character of the home. Over a decade, the infrastructure was gutted, the wood floors and fireplaces were restored and a new kitchen and bathrooms were built. We are now working to restore the historic bank barn. Our greatest joy is when people visit the property for the first time and tell us that they immediately feel at home. It is indeed a very special place to build memories that will last a lifetime.
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