Title: Happy Valley Countryside Retreat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Happy Valley Countryside Retreat Holiday home in Bellefonte with private pool and kitchen ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102620000/102613300/102613250/e7c65cb0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102620000/102613300/102613250/fc49bf61.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102620000/102613300/102613250/b8b262f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102620000/102613300/102613250/43d8d5eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102620000/102613300/102613250/7c15b8ed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to this picturesque countryside retreat surrounded by mountains, just five minutes from SCE airport. Unwind with the horses in the pasture or enjoy a refreshing dip in the heated outdoor salt water pool, then cozy up by one of two firepits. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 105500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pool - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Happy Valley Countryside Retreat Experience the natural beauty that this countryside retreat has to offer. Only five minutes away from SCE airport, this beautifully renovated home is surrounded by mountains and is the perfect home for your Penn State getaway. Relax by the two outdoor firepits while watching the horses run through the pasture, or enjoy the heated outdoor salt water pool. With the stadium being only 15 minutes away, this is the perfect home for all of your Penn State football games! ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 9 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains ### Things to do - Heated pool ### 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 - Garden - Unit size: 5,500 square feet ## Similar properties ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71990000/71988400/71988392/bdeb3cc2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Farm guesthouse open for football, graduation and other short-term rentals Pennsylvania Furnace - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Laundry [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-02&endDate=2025-12-03&selected=71988392&PinnedHotelID=71988392&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19520000/19510800/19510797/88bd4da3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mt. 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Pet/family friendly Bellefonte - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-02&endDate=2025-12-03&selected=119110082&PinnedHotelID=119110082&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total (up to 9 kg per pet) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C40.88351%2C-77.82322&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=HwQ-uBlDJ4LRuWFAUhnkJAAWBLY=) Bellefonte, PA #### What's nearby - Big Spring Spirits - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles - American Philatelic Center - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles - Talleyrand Park - 7 min drive - 4.0 miles - Bellefonte Art Museum for Centre County - 8 min drive - 4.2 miles - Pennsylvania State University - 11 min drive - 6.4 miles #### Getting around - State College, PA (SCE-University Park) - 8 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Mcdonald’s - ‬8 min drive - ‪Axemann Brewery - ‬7 min drive - ‪Pelican’s Snoballs - ‬6 min drive - ‪Dunkin' - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Waffle Shop - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Happy Valley Countryside Retreat have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is Happy Valley Countryside Retreat pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. ### How much is parking at Happy Valley Countryside Retreat? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Happy Valley Countryside Retreat? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Happy Valley Countryside Retreat? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Happy Valley Countryside Retreat located? > Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Big Spring Spirits, American Philatelic Center and Talleyrand Park. Bellefonte Historical Railroad Society and Creekside Rock and Gems are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Happy Valley Countryside Retreat Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lori P. 13 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy One of the best homes we have stayed at! Very clean, well appointed and wonderfully decorated. We felt very much at home here. ##### Lori P. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dan M. 1 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Well equipped and furnished home. Felt like a guest in the owners home. ##### Dan M. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kip L. 20 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### PSU Graduation 2025 Wonderful home in a private & serene setting. Julia was very responsive. Home was beautiful and well appointed. Highly recommend!! ##### Kip L. 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