Close to Penn State & Whipple's Dam - HOT TUB & Pet Friendly!

Enjoy the comfort and accessibility of our cozy cabin—just minutes away from all the action! Slate Cabin is conveniently located along Rt. 26, caddy-corner to Dones Bone’s BBQ and only 13 miles from Penn State University. It’s the perfect destination for anyone seeking a balance of tranquility and PSU/State College excitement.

The cabin sits on a full acre of land, with a parking lot on one side of the stream and the house/driveway on the other.

Not only are we close to Penn State, but we’re just 0.7 miles from Whipple Dam State Park and Stone Valley is just a little farther! Whether you’re into hiking, swimming, fishing, hunting, or picnicking, our cabin is the prime destination for a weekend escape.

Inside the Cabin

Our space is warm and welcoming, featuring:

A cozy living room with a wood-burning stove (decorative only; use is prohibited), a 50" flat-screen TV, and throw blankets and pillows for relaxing nights.

Heated floors in both the bathroom and kitchen.

A lovely dining area that comfortably seats 4.

High-speed Wi-Fi throughout.

The kitchen comes fully equipped with modern amenities: refrigerator/freezer, stove, oven, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, Keurig coffee maker, and a large sink. We’ve stocked it with dishes (silverware, cups, plates, bowls, pots, and pans) along with complimentary coffee, teas, dish soap, upon request.

Bedrooms & Bathroom

First floor bedroom: 1 California King Bed

Upstairs bedrooms: one with 1 Queen Bed, another with 2 Twin Beds

Bathroom: newly renovated, featuring a large shower, toilet, sink, heated floors, plenty of towels, and complimentary soap and shampoo.

There’s also a washer and dryer on the first floor, with a conservative supply of laundry detergent provided.

Outdoor Features

Large driveway/parking lot for up to 6 vehicles.

A quaint bridge that crosses Slate Cabin Run, leading directly to the front door.

A large screened-in porch and outdoor grill—perfect for family cookouts.

Optional seasonal rentals: bikes, kayaks, fly fishing rods, and a canoe (available for an additional fee).

Important Notes

Age & Aroma: The cabin is in the woods and is over 120 years old. Because of this, it does have the scent of the 120 year old hand hewn beams. Many people enjoy the scent, but if you are sensitive to smells or have allergies, please do not book this property if that would bother you. There is absolutely no mold, etc., but the beams do give off a very faint rustic “old cabin” wood aroma.

Critter Season: This is the time of the year that outside critters start trying to find places to sleep! Because of this we do have rodent poison around the cabin and under appliances/furniture. While we have not had any issues, there is always the chance that a critter sneaks in through an open door, etc. **Please make sure doors remain shut to avoid this.** Please also avoid any children or pets going under furniture or appliances.

Wasp Spray: We will have bottles of wasp spray on the front porch for summer months, although we haven’t seen many bees/wasps for some time.

Windows & AC: If you use the Central Air, please close all the windows. You may use the air conditioner or the small window upstairs but please do not try to open the bedroom windows in the upstairs bedrooms.

How to Reach Us: If you have any issues, questions, etc. please message in the app. If you call/text it may take much longer for our staff to respond. However, we will respond quickest in the app.

Damage Policy: Lastly, before each stay, we check that everything is in working order and there are no rips, tears, spills, stains, etc. on anything. Should something happen during your stay that damages something, we’d rather you notify us right away rather than us having to charge for damages that we were not told about. You are also encouraged to let us know if you see anything that is wrong upon checkin.

Complaint Policy: Please report any issues as soon as you notice them through Vrbo and allow us a reasonable opportunity to address them during your stay. If you wait until after checkout to report a concern, we won’t have had the opportunity to resolve it during your visit, and we will not offer a refund for that concern.

We truly appreciate you taking care of our little cabin—and we hope you enjoy your stay!

Pet Fee Notice: Pets must be included on the reservation. The pet fee is $25 per pet, per night. If you did not select the pets option when booking, please let us know before arrival so we can arrange the applicable fee. Any pet fees not already included in your reservation will be charged separately through Vrbo. Exterior security cameras may notify us of pets on the property.

Fire safety: Use of the outdoor fire pit is strictly prohibited at this time due to fire risk. The indoor fireplaces are capped and cannot vent smoke outside. Do not light fires or burn anything in them.

**Absolutely no smoking is permitted anywhere on the property. This includes all indoor areas, outdoor areas, porches, patios, decks, driveways, yards, and parking areas. This policy applies to cigarettes, cigars, pipes, vaping devices, marijuana, and any other smoking products.

If you smoke, please do not book this property.

Any evidence of smoking, including but not limited to smoke odors, cigarette butts, ashes, vaping residue, or other smoking-related debris, will result in a minimum $500 additional cleaning and deodorization fee. Additional charges may apply if professional remediation is required.**