Title: Happy Valley Countryside Retreat - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Happy Valley Countryside Retreat Vacation home in Bellefonte with private pool and kitchen ## Photo gallery for Happy Valley Countryside Retreat ![Outdoor dining - Happy Valley Countryside Retreat (Bellefonte)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102620000/102613300/102613250/4289020c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Happy Valley Countryside Retreat (Bellefonte)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102620000/102613300/102613250/e7c65cb0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Happy Valley Countryside Retreat (Bellefonte)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102620000/102613300/102613250/fc49bf61.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Happy Valley Countryside Retreat (Bellefonte)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102620000/102613300/102613250/43d8d5eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Happy Valley Countryside Retreat (Bellefonte)](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. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 105500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Air conditioning ## 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 transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - 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 - One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### 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 ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115660000/115658900/115658884/c912ca6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful home with great view of Beaver Stadium State College - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning - Toys/Games 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-07&endDate=2026-01-08&selected=115658884&PinnedHotelID=115658884&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119120000/119110100/119110082/79de0af5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lovely 5-BR home in charming Bellefonte 15 minutes from PSU. 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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 ## 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 \- 5 min drive \- 6.0 km - American Philatelic Center \- 5 min drive \- 6.0 km - Talleyrand Park \- 6 min drive \- 6.4 km - Bellefonte Art Museum for Centre County \- 6 min drive \- 6.7 km - Pennsylvania State University \- 9 min drive \- 10.2 km #### 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? ### Is Happy Valley Countryside Retreat pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Happy Valley Countryside Retreat? ### What time is check-out at Happy Valley Countryside Retreat? ### Where is Happy Valley Countryside Retreat located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Happy Valley Countryside Retreat Reviews ## Reviews ### 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.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lori P. Oct 13, 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. Oct 1, 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. May 20, 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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