🏡 The Old Homestead: A Countryside Cabin on a Private Pond in Potter County
Set on a quiet stretch of northern Pennsylvania countryside, The Old Homestead is the kind of place where life slows and the sky opens up. This cabin sits right at the edge of its own private pond — fountain at the center, string lights glowing as the sun drops behind the hills. With 4 bedrooms & room for 10, it`s built for family reunions, group getaways, and long weekends spent outdoors.
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The space
*** ❄️ Please note: this house does not have air conditioning, so it can get quite warm in the summer. Portable fans are supplied, and there is heating throughout for cooler months. ***
🧑🍳 The Kitchen & Dining Area
- Stove, oven, refrigerator, microwave, and dishwasher
- Keurig and drip coffee maker
- Cooking basics (pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper)
- Plenty of Dishes and silverware
- Dining table for shared meals and card games
🛋️ The Living Room
- Cozy sofas under knotty-pine ceilings
- TV for movie nights
- Room for the whole crew to spread out and relax
It`s classic cabin comfort — cozy, lived-in, and made for the whole crew to spread out after a day outside.
🛏️ The Bedrooms
- Bedroom 1 — king — 2nd floor
- Bedroom 2 — bunk bed — 2nd floor
- Bedroom 3 — queen — main floor
- Bedroom 4 — queen — main floor
Warm wood walls and plush bedding throughout, room-darkening shades, extra pillows and blankets, and dressers for longer stays
🚿 The Bathrooms
- 2 full baths with a bathtub and hot water [1 on each floor]
- Towels and fresh linens provided
- Hair dryer, shampoo, conditioner, and body soap stocked
🌊 The Pond & Waterfront
The heart of the property. A private, spring-fed pond with a fountain, a boat slip, and a kayak for lazy paddles across the water. A covered timber dock reaches out over the pond, and a little waterside pavilion with Adirondack seating makes the perfect spot to cast a line or watch the light change.
🌿 Outside
- Private pond with fountain, kayak, and boat slip
- Wood fire pit for evenings under the stars
- String-lit pergola lounge overlooking the water
- Covered porch with rocking chairs and sweeping mountain sunset views
- Outdoor dining on the porch
- Playground and swing set for the kids
- Open, private backyard with acres of countryside to roam
🧺 Laundry & Extras
- In-home washer and dryer
- Heating, ceiling fans, and portable fans (❄️No AC)
- Wifi and a TV
- Family-ready: pack ’n play, high chair, and board games
Guest access
The entire cabin and property is yours — house, porch, pond, dock, fire pit, pergola, and all the open space around it. Self check-in with a keypad means you can arrive on your own schedule and settle right in. Luggage drop-off may be available for early arrivals or late departures.
Other things to note
🔑 Check-in after 4 PM | Checkout before 11 AM
🧑🧑🧒🧒 Ideal for families and groups
📍 Roulette, PA- in the heart of Potter County’s “God’s Country,” known for some of the darkest skies and best stargazing on the East Coast, with fishing, hiking, and forest all around.
💬 We’re a message away if you need anything during your stay.
📜 A Note from the Hosts
Welcome to The Old Homestead. We’re Daniel, Ben, and Luke - the team behind Dlux Stays in Lancaster County, and this countryside escape is one we’re proud to share. Paddle the pond, gather around the fire, rock on the porch as the sun slips behind the hills and the stars come out. We hope it’s the kind of place that’s hard to leave. Come relax- you’ve earned it.
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🐾 All Pets Must be added to the Reservation. We only allow non-shedding dogs up to 50lbs. A $200 pet fee will be included at checkout, if you add your pet to the reservation.
📝Rental Agreement Signature Required - We will send a link after booking.