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Mountain House / Ski Chalet - Sleeps Up To 14

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Property grounds
4 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, DVD player, table tennis, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 143000 sq ft

Popular amenities

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  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly

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Claysburg, PA
  • Popular LocationBlue Knob2 min drive
  • Popular LocationBlue Knob State Park5 min drive
  • AirportAltoona, PA (AOO-Blair County)43 min drive
  • Popular LocationRaystown Lake62 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Very close to the resort, even walkable to the ski trails. Great size, clean, perfect spot for 11 of us. 5 stars
Shea B.
Jan 29, 2024

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Mountain House / Ski Chalet - Sleeps Up To 14

Wonderful mountain top chalet at an elevation of more than 2,900 feet, this house sleeps up to 14 and is just steps from the Blue Knob Ski Resort midway lift and slopes. Located in the Little Valley section of the mountain, this is a perfect year-round location for a mountain getaway. Hiking, biking, golf and swimming are all available at the Blue Knob Condo village less than 1 mile from the Cedar Haus.

The Cedar Haus is fully equipped with many upgraded amenities in the recent years, including new living room couches added in 2020.

Relax in the outdoor hot tub large enough for up to six adults. A new hot tub was installed in 2020.

This is a pet free and smoke free house.

No rentals to individuals or groups under the age of 25.

Property manager

Alan Graefe

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear on site
  • Table tennis on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Note from host: Host approval for all pets.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Mountain House / Ski Chalet - Sleeps Up To 14 Claysburg

About the neighborhood

Claysburg

Located in Claysburg, this vacation home is near theme parks. Portage Station Museum and Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Blue Knob State Park and Blue Knob. Traveling with kids? Consider Gallitzin Tunnels Park and Museum, or check out an event or a game at Galactic Ice. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledding.
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What's nearby

  • Blue Knob - 2 min drive
  • Blue Knob State Park - 5 min drive
  • Peoples Natural Gas Field - 39 min drive
  • Lakemont Park and the Island Waterpark - 41 min drive
  • Raystown Lake - 62 min drive

Getting around

  • Altoona Transportation Center - 45 min drive
  • Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sheetz - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Peggy's Diner - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Blue Knob Clubhouse Bar and Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Claysburg Pizza Shop - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Ck Big Dipper - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountain House / Ski Chalet - Sleeps Up To 14 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Mountain House / Ski Chalet - Sleeps Up To 14?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountain House / Ski Chalet - Sleeps Up To 14?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mountain House / Ski Chalet - Sleeps Up To 14 located?

This family-friendly Claysburg vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Blue Knob State Park and Blue Knob. Portage Station Museum and 321 Gallery are also within 20 mi (32 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 81 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

marybeth k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls weekend
Perfect location for our annual girls' trip. Quiet, clean, plenty of bedding & supplies.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shea B., Washington, DC

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Spot
Very close to the resort, even walkable to the ski trails. Great size, clean, perfect spot for 11 of us. 5 stars
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sachin A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place near ski slope, quite neighborhood
Alan has a nice place with lot of space and adequate sleeping furniture. There is a good propane fired grill on the deck apart from a fire pit plus some nice views around. You can walk to the ski slope which is about 300 ft away. Verizon signal is on and off and cellular internet is weak. Inhouse wifi internet is good though and makes up for it. The air is super fresh!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jade O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Weekend
We were in the area to volunteer/run at a trail race. This was the perfect location, and a great place to relax and recharge after a full day of activities. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Assy Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
PSU game
Excellent location, beautiful chalet, great price!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Norman G.

Liked: Cleanliness
I would stay there again
I really enjoyed my stay here at this property. For the price that we pay we got our money's worth. Don't really have any complaints besides the fact that we could not connect to the Wi-Fi. But our phone service was very spotty but it was usable. Had plenty of space. We brought our own sheets and bedding and towels and things of that nature but they were some provided for us that we did not use. The house was very private and spacious. It did not have air condition so if you go when it's very hot it may be a little warm but they did have fans and things of that nature. But it's pretty cool because you're in the middle of the woods. For the price that we paid I would definitely stay here again. Very nice community. House was pretty clean It wasn't five Star hotel clean but we had no complaints we always carry Clorox wipes and things that nature where we go. I would definitely recommend if you're looking for inexpensive place to stay that is very peaceful and private.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

LaTrenda W.

July 2023
Big house in beautiful mountain location with lots of room for family. Two refrigerators, lots of cooking utensils, toilet paper and towels and a hot tub. My bad for not catching that there was no central AC. Although there were several fans, the house was hot! Basement bathroom needs work, toilet wobbled and didnt flush properly. We were really excited about pingpong, but the table was held up with chairs and styrofoam and the garage floor was filthy!! We cleaned it and also filled the propane tank. Overall, no frills but space.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Nichole H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Outdated
The experience was nice & beautiful location. The house has a lot of potential but Very outdated. Stove was broken, dishwasher ran for 3 hours, beds very hard & uncomfortable. And the fact there is no ac I’m so happy we came when we did in the year & not in the middle of summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Timothy T.

Disliked: Cleanliness
If that was considered clean I hate to see what dirty was.
I wouldn't stay in that place again if it was free..Broken furniture, hair in sink, dirty toilets, broken steps outside. I can't believe they could rent this place
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Angela P.

Great property for multiple couples and kids.
We had a great stay at this house. The hot tub was excellent. The house was beautiful. All the main amenities. 3 full bedrooms plus kids room. The house could use an overall freshening up: pillows, closets with oddball items, kitchen food/supply items. Other than that, highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Matthew kemp
Great location. Great setup for families and kids with the bunk room. Had a really good time.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great big ski house
Loved our stay! The house was pretty clean, despite some bad reviews, and the house was bigger than we expected. Not a ski in ski out but an easy walk to the end of the street and you’re there! Loved being only 1 mile away from the Clubhouse food and live music and the ski conditions were good. Hot tub was wonderful after a long day on slopes, exactly what we were looking for in a ski house 2 hours from Pittsburgh!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Mike L.

A memorable Christmas
I was just looking at pictures of our 5 days at Cedar Haus. They reveal just how much fun the grandchildren had on the slopes, at the house, and in the hot tub. Alan was an excellent communicator, and he even did us a great favor that we appreciated. Many of the reviews that say the house is not the cleanest are correct, however in no way did it diminish the joy of staying there. The kids just loved the kids room, while the 6 adults had very private bedrooms. We even managed seating 10 around the dinner table meant for 8. The kitchen is small, but more than adequate. We made some great meals. The place is not perfect, but when you consider the size and layout of Cedar Haus and the closeness to the ski area {2 minute walk}, I recommend it highly. Thank you, Alan for a great adventure.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Ryan R.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Cool place, has potential!
Is a cool cabin, hot tub was clean, has potential and is unique! Saw reviews that it wasn't the cleanest, and definitely wasn't and needed some TLC... Honestly best thing for it is to hire a good cleaning crew and pay them more, the guests pay for that anyway! Bathrooms were nice and clean at least, but found something rotting in cabine
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ladies Weekend Away
Had a great time celebrating a 50th birthday. Fall leaves were in peak season. House is nestled in the mountains and provided a quiet respite from the busyness of the work week. House is as described and worked perfectly for our group of 8 traveling from 3 different states. Plenty of sleeping options along with linens and amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ian L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Great spot for your slightly larger groups. Owner was very easy to work with. Would recommend this place to anyone for a group gathering.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

4/10 Poor

Patricia G., Pittsburgh,Pennsylvania

Disliked: Cleanliness
Cedar Haus weekend
The house was in a beautiful location, but was very dated and dirty. My husband and I cleaned for an hour and a half before our 4 other friends came. We won’t stay here again. The owner was very nice and available to us by email or phone.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our visit at Cedar Haus
My family and I were pleased with the beautiful classic Cedar Haus. There was lots of room for the twelve members of our family. The children enjoyed playing outside and in the game area plus the ski removal room turned into a good place for a game of Twister. Video was available, but the adults enjoyed board and card games in the dining room. We spent more time at the house since rain spoiled our outdoor excursions. We really appreciate the extra time on our last day.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

sue a.

Liked: Cleanliness
beautiful
The chalet was very nice
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

KenDeb M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Awesome location! Amazing views! Really dirty and dated…
We absolutely loved so much about this house…location, windows, lots of space, easy to get to, good communication with owner. We had a very good time…BUT…we will NOT stay again unless it gets deep cleaned. We found dirty pans, very dirty(moldy) bathroom showers, dirty walls, numerous holes in walls, games were in total disarray (couldn’t find the proper parts) thick dirt/dust on all the vents, fans, window ledges. We would not allow our children to bath in the bathrooms. Just quick showers. We didn’t want to feel this way as we loved how it was laid out and location. We paid a lot of money for fun and a very dirty house.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

Ken M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice place, unreasonably dirty.
Nice location, plenty of parking, easy walking access to slope and great views! The house has an interesting layout and was plenty spacious for 9 adults. We really enjoyed the hot tub and fire pit. Unfortunately, we were unpleasantly surprised by the lack of cleaning and years of deferred maintenance. We wanted to get there and relax, not clean for hours.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness
2022ski
Property was everything advertised , Alan was great to work with. Great for family get together, plenty of room for group or quiet activity. Easy walk to/from slopes.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aaron o.

Liked: Cleanliness
as advertised and great
We had two dads, two moms, four girls between the ages of 11 and 15. Eight people. Perfect for us, you can walk to the slopes at Blue Knob and walk back. Kitchen very well equipped; hot tub a big hit with the girls. No problems whatsoever.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sophia G., Downingtown PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great ski weekend
We really enjoyed our stay. Perfect size for 2-3 families. Kitchen nicely stocked. Short walk to slopes. Fun ping pong table in garage. Great room for all your ski gear. Owner was very responsive and kind in allowing us a few hours late check out do to a snowstorm. You will want all wheel drive vehicles for climbing the mountain even the road this home is on.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We had a great stay at the well-appointed house. The communication was excellent and we were even give the option to check in early. The kids loved having a separate space and the hot tub was a big hit in the very cold weather!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022