[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Private family lodge on 42 serene acres- 15 minutes to Penn State- Centre County Lodge in Howard ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83790000/83783600/83783528/31587da3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83790000/83783600/83783528/0871c671.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83790000/83783600/83783528/e1b1f4a2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83790000/83783600/83783528/f09dbdcf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83790000/83783600/83783528/721eb5e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Pap's Place Family Lodge spans 42 acres of serene countryside. It features a spacious covered deck for outdoor games and gatherings. 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Additional perks include: - Barbecue grills, games, and smoke-free premises Room features All guestrooms at Private family lodge on 42 serene acres- 15 minutes to Penn State- Centre County offer thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like dining tables and kitchen islands. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Private family lodge on 42 serene acres- 15 minutes to Penn State- Centre County pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Private family lodge on 42 serene acres- 15 minutes to Penn State- Centre County? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Private family lodge on 42 serene acres- 15 minutes to Penn State- Centre County? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Private family lodge on 42 serene acres- 15 minutes to Penn State- Centre County located? > Situated in Howard, this lodge is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Curtin Village at Eagle Ironworks and within 9 mi (15 km) of Bald Eagle State Park and Bellefonte Art Museum for Centre County. Creekside Rock and Gems and Talleyrand Park are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? 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