Title: Black Connection Valley Lodge - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Black Connection Valley Lodge Family-friendly cabin in Orbisonia ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18970000/18967600/18967543/44710d4c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18970000/18967600/18967543/a7142d39.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18970000/18967600/18967543/bd8867f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18970000/18967600/18967543/fdff6cbf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18970000/18967600/18967543/1d2a3acc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Black Connection Valley Lodge provides amenities like a firepit and a playground. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire cabin 6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 182220 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Pet-friendly - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Black Connection Valley Lodge Tired of your busy lifestyle or just looking for a relaxing getaway? At Black Log Valley Lodge your peace can be restored. Surrounded by an abundance of Oak trees, you'll find the lodge, overlooking acres of forest. With the scent of the woods wafting in the air and the sound of chirping birds, you'll find tranquility. Although relaxation is key, there are multiple extracurricular activities to keep you occupied during your stay. Right outside your back door you will find a fire pit, swing set, a horse-shoe game and walking trails. Not too far down the road you will find access to a creek well equipped for fishing or cooling off. This is a perfect activity in the spring and summer. And as the weather transitions, the coziness of the cabin will be irresistible. Cuddle up by the gas fireplace and watch a movie. The possibilities are endless with the sights and scenery nearby. Don't miss your opportunity to experience nature at its finest, book your stay with us. Total (6 bedrooms ) Basement: Bedroom 1: Double bed Bedroom 2: Double bed Full bathroom Main Floor: Kitchen (refrigerators, oven, stovetop, microwave, cookware provided) Living room (TV, DVD/VCR player) Full bathroom (bathtub and shower) Second Floor: Bedroom 1: Queen bed Bedroom 2: Two double beds and a crib Bedroom 3: Two double beds Bedroom 4: One double bed and two twin beds Full bathroom Activities: Quoits (provided) Outdoor fire pit Swing set Biking/walking trails Yard games Fishing/swimming creek within walking distance Juniata River with dock (4 miles) Raystown Lake (20 miles) Cowans Gap State Park (16 miles) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cabin: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 6 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shower ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - DVD player - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Patio ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In the city center - In the mountains - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rafting nearby - Water skiing nearby - Wildlife walks 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 2,220 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46400000/46397000/46396918/75707f1c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Secluded, authentic farmstead, built in 1899, fully refurbished in 2019. 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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 ### Property is also known as Black Log Valley Lodge Orbisonia Black Log Valley Orbisonia Black Log Valley Cabin Black Log Valley Lodge Orbisonia Orbisonia Black Log Valley Lodge Cabin Cabin Black Log Valley Lodge Black Log Valley Orbisonia Black Log Valley Lodge Cabin Black Log Valley Lodge Orbisonia Black Log Valley Lodge Cabin Orbisonia ## About the area Located in Orbisonia, this cabin is in the city center and in the mountains. American Legion Country Club and Seven Points Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Rockhill Trolley Museum and East Broad Top Railroad. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Orbisonia travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Orbisonia.dx3000455461) [View more Cabin rentals in Orbisonia](https://www.expedia.ca/Orbisonia-Cabins.d3000455461-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C40.32593%2C-77.78667&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=P9bpgQ1JX7T0zjXIvhip26k6Ll8=) Orbisonia, PA ### What's nearby - American Legion Country Club - 12 min drive - 10.2 km - Thousand Steps - Standing Stone Trail - 23 min drive - 21.8 km - East Broad Top Railroad - 24 min drive - 20.3 km - Rockhill Trolley Museum - 25 min drive - 20.6 km - Juniata College - 41 min drive - 42.6 km ### Getting around - Huntingdon Station - 32 min drive - Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County) - 76 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Checker's Grill - ‬14 min drive - ‪Whitse's Pub - ‬14 min drive - ‪VFW - ‬14 min drive - ‪Original Italian Pizza - ‬18 min drive - ‪Johnny's Place - ‬17 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Black Connection Valley Lodge pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Black Connection Valley Lodge ? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Black Connection Valley Lodge ? > Check-out is at 12:00 PM. ### Where is Black Connection Valley Lodge located? > Located in the mountains, this family-friendly cabin is within 12 mi (20 km) of Rockhill Trolley Museum, East Broad Top Railroad, and Thousand Steps - Standing Stone Trail. American Legion Country Club is 11 mi (17.8 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Black Connection Valley Lodge Reviews 9.2 ### Wonderful 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.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.8 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location 10 - Excellent 63 8 - Good 18 6 - Okay 6 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 1 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chadd R. Jul 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cabin Perfect property for my family. Looking forward to staying again. ##### Chadd R. Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Monica D. Jul 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great size for our group of 10. Description of property is accurate. We were able to sit together and visit. Unfortunately, we were unable to use the fire pit area because of rain and had to make s'mores on the grill. We found little things to do near by. We went to the Train and Trolley museum, then for some ice cream. We also took day trips to Hershey Chocolate World and the Dead Museum. The furniture and beds can use some updating. Bring lots of bug spray. The grill only has 2 of 4 working burners. Bring your own grilling utensils. Overall, we enjoyed our week together. ##### Monica D. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Kim L. Oct 21, 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Restful Family Weekend This house accommodates our family well with its many bedrooms and bathrooms, and large living room. We enjoyed visiting on the porch, around the fire outside, and on the swing-set. ##### Kim L. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashlyn F. Sep 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect secluded cabin This was our second stay. We returned to this cabin for the simplicity and seclusion. Just enough entertainment for a relaxing time and big enough for family! ##### Ashlyn F. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chadd R. Aug 31, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent place We enjoyed our stay so much. Will definitely be going back again. ##### Chadd R. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chadd R. Oct 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Review 2nd year in a row at this place and will continue going for many years. Great place to relax. Entertainment is close by, but we love sitting by the fire the most. Highly recommended ##### Chadd R. Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rosanna S. Jul 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great time We had a great time with family! ##### Rosanna S. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer H. Jul 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacation This cabin was perfect for our annual family trip. We had 14 people with an age range from 2-62 years and a dog. The cabin was clean and plenty of rooms and seating for everyone. The kids had a blast on the swing set. I would stay here again. ##### Jennifer H. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Trevor H. Jun 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### secluded getaway nice place tucked back in the mountains. would return. bring sheets, TP, etc as host guides; basic cooking supplies are in home. ##### Trevor H. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### peter b. Jul 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful location, spacious family accommodation Multigenerational family gathering for Baptism in nearby town. Age range from 4weeks to 90 years old. Everyone had a place to stay, enjoy nature on the porch and fire pit, beautiful woods with some walking trails. Ground floor be dry with attached bathroom was perfect for grandmother ##### peter b. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rose P. Sep 24, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing Very nice relaxing place. ##### Rose P. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kyle B. Jul 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Outstanding location for a guy's weekend I just got back from an extended weekend at this camp with 14 other guys in their 30s and 40s. It was EXACTLY what we hoped for. Secluded out in the woods, plenty of space outside to do stuff, plenty of space inside to hang out, enough sleeping arrangements for all of us. Couldn't recommended high enough! ##### Kyle B. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Tara T. Aug 6, 2017 #### Great family getaway! The house was clean and spacious. There was plenty of room for all of us. The property was beautiful and very private. The fire pit was awesome. ##### Tara T. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathleen S. Aug 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Secluded family cabin Perfect cabin to accommodate multiple families. Nice open layout on first floor with kitchen, large table and livingroom allowed conversation during meal preps. Beautiful fire pit, large bundles of wood for only $5. Surrounded by woods. Only negative was there was not much close by and the mountain roads make travel take a very long time. The host was very responsive. I would recommend this cabin. ##### Kathleen S. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Theresia T. Jul 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful weekend Lodge was spacious in all areas, kitchwn, living room, deck, outdoors, plenty bedrooms and rest rooms. Fully stocked ( kitchen utensils) for a crowd, down to having dish towels available ( although we brought our own). Family enjoyed fishing and tubkng nearby. ##### Theresia T. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim L. Oct 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Enjoyable Family Getaway! Beautiful wooded property. Enjoyable putdoor activities on site. Perfect place for infants to great grandparents to enjoy each other. Spacious. Comfortable. Relaxing. Host was very helpful with any questions I had. ##### Kim L. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gretchen F. Jul 14, 2018 #### Wonderful getaway from everything! This was a great place to get away and enjoy a few days of family bonding. Even the teens talked and played games with everyone. The house was clean and thoughtfully planned for large groups with plenty of beds and plenty of seating inside and out! There were fans in every room making it very comfortable for sleeping. We would definitely stay here again! ##### Gretchen F. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lillian B. Jul 18, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### very nice and secluded we enjoyed it very much. lots of room for 17 people. only drawback no cell service. have to drive 2 miles to get it. lots of shade ##### Lillian B. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lori C. Jul 4, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Camp Camp was wonderful! This is a great house with a kind owner. There is so much space to accommodate a large group but also cozy enough for a smaller group. This was our second stay here and we have plans to return next year. Check in is easy. The owner provides you with area info and has the vet phone number posted in case you bring a fur baby that needs help. Nearby mountains are beautiful. Wildlife sightings are common. People in town are friendly and helpful. We enjoyed campfires, walks, horseshoes and more. Nearby Raystown lake is beautiful. ##### Lori C. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Cynthia S. Jul 22, 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Vacation There were 13 in our group. The cabin is spacious and the kitchen features a large gathering table. We appreciated the well stocked kitchen and extra table to put on covered deck. All the kids ate on the deck. We enjoyed the woods and peaceful setting The kids loved playing on the property and in the nearby creek. The guys went fishing on the river and we had camp fires in the evenings. There is an extra charge if you use their firewood. We brought our own. This is a great place if you just want to relax and enjoy family time and nature. Suggestions would be more thorough cleaning. Mattresses need replaced and mattress protectors washed. ##### Cynthia S. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Jason O. Aug 28, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication Disliked: Listing accuracy #### Comfortable, quiet, but no cell service. Zero cell service. You have to drive about 4 minutes to the top of the mountain to get cell service. Since there is also no WiFi, that means you are completely out of touch with the outside world. Be sure to bring cards, other games, some puzzles or crafts to stay entertained while in the house. There is a DVD and VCR, but the single TV in the house is not HD. It's an older tube TV. Decent sized, but don't plan on plugging in your Roku or FireStick (wouldn't work anyway without WiFi). I always load a few movies on my laptop, for the kids or for my wife and I to sit and watch at night, and then plug the laptop into one of the TV's at the house using an HDMI cable. That won't work with this TV. Just note that. Very nice house, pretty big, and good for 2 families with kids, maybe 3 families if they share beds and you don't have a ton of kids, or good for multiple couples. Tucked in the woods a little bit, so it's very secluded from any neighbors. Well kept and clean. Very cool deck on the second story out back overlooking the swing set and fire pit area. So parents can relax and still see the kids while they play outside. There's a queen bed listed, but we didn't see a queen bed anywhere in the house. My wife and I sleep in a queen at home and whenever we rent a house (this was our 3rd house rental through VRBO). So we settled for one of the Full beds. If you want a secluded setting, it is definitely that. Just note the zero cell service (for any carrier) and no WiFi. ##### Jason O. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert P. Jun 10, 2019 #### Everything as Advertised - Great Lodge Weekend Getaway! Our group thoroughly enjoyed our visit to the Black Log Valley Lodge in June 2019. Although, this property is rural. The owner provided us with a comprehensive e-mail listing everything we would need to get the most out of the Lodge. The directions from the turnpike were spot on and the lodge was easy to identify from the road. Upon arrival, we were able to secure entry to the property. Once inside, everything was labeled appropriately to get the lodge up and running. Checkout was also streamlined and logical based on the description. The electricity had no issues, the water was clean and the hot water also worked. We were in the deep woods, so there were a few bugs around the doorways and outside of the windows; however, to our delight the inside of the lodge was essentially bug free. Regarding the kitchen, it met our needs perfectly. Two large refrigerators, an oven, microwave, and range (Which all worked great). In addition, enough silverware, plates, cups, etc to give us what we needed during our stay. Owner also had a grill with propane, which made dinner easy to prepare. There is no dish washing machine. Plan accordingly There were a total of six bedrooms (four upstairs; two in the basement). You have to bring your own linens which is fine. There is no Laundry at the facility, plan accordingly There were three bathrooms, one on each floor. Each had a shower and were clean. Outside, there was ample seating along with additional chairs in the garage. Garage also contained some yard games (Horseshoe, Cornhole, etc.) to pass the time. Fire pit was also well constructed and maintained. There was some wood there; however, this is for the owner during their time. As a result, bring your own wood. Regarding the location, we went into Mt Union for supplies which was roughly 20 minutes away. That town had food, beverages, fuel, and supplies to meet your needs. Lake Raystown and Altoona are also within an hour from the lodge. Finally, if you're looking for the lap of luxury (Cell Service, Internet, Cable, Air Conditioning, etc.) this place is definitely not for you. There is no cell service, a single CRT TV with a DVD player, and no Internet. However, it was great for our purposes as we wanted to connect with our group and unplug for the weekend. The lodge is also secluded so you don't hear/see the neighbors which is also a plus. Very Relaxing and highly recommended. ##### Robert P. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christina G. Sep 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice place for a quiet family get away. Nice place for a quiet family get away. Very remote, we saw a bunch of turkeys and other wild life, and could hear coyotes howling in the distance. The firepit/play set area was great for both adults and kids. Plenty of space for a large family. ##### Christina G. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Robin R. Jul 30, 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Our stay We had a few issues right from the start which I left a list of for the owner. Property was not as close to Lake Raystown as we would have liked. ##### Robin R. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Farheen A. Jul 9, 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness #### Budget friendly stay If you’re looking for a low budget/good enough stay. Obviously nothing fancy as you can see from the pictures but had everything we needed for the stay. The large property with firepit, yard games, balcony with grill, and nearby lake and river are great. The biggest negative for me was the cleanliness - it’s an old place with some broken things. This is definitely a bare minimum place- there is no washer and dryer, no dishwasher, you have to bring all your own bedding and towels (which can be inconvenient for a large party). But all this information is provided in the listing so it’s communicated up front as long as you pay attention to the details. We were out and about most of th ##### Farheen A. 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