The Big Brown House | House in State College

8.6 (7 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   3 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  6 Guests
State College House | The Big Brown House

3 Bedroom House in State College

Conveniently located 1.2 miles down University Drive from Beaver Stadium for weekend festivities and 2 miles away from the local medical facilities for our travel nurses on contract. Convenience! Convenience! Convenience! Plenty of dining, activities, food delivery, great coffee, and shopping is close by.
AVAILABILITY:
This home is available during football season for 2-night stays Sept 1-Nov 30, and Dec 1-Aug 30 is reserved for 30-day stays.
PROPERTY DETAILS:
Tucked away for privacy, the entrance to our home is located at the end of a cul-de-sac down a sloped private driveway. The secluded setting ensures a quiet and peaceful retreat for the weekend or long stays, close to the campus but away from the college scene and college rentals.
Each bedroom has a smart TV, memory foam bed with white linens and extra blankets, a workstation desk, ceiling fan, individually controlled baseboard heat, blackout blinds, and smartlocks on the doors for privacy.
The large living room/family room is designed for relaxation and entertainment, featuring three comfortable leather sofas, 65" SmartTV, and the best views of Mount Nittany, Happy Valley, and private golf course.
The extra-large chef's kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need - filtered water, ice, coffee maker, air fryer, double oven, instant pot, toaster, etc. Eat at the oversized island, at the dining room table, or outside on the deck with beautiful views of the golf course and Mount Nittany.
ACCESS:
You will have the whole main level of the house and upper deck with propane grill to enjoy. There is a private basement suite with its own exterior entrance which is typically vacant and not accessible to our guests.
ACCESSIBILITY:
The entrance is down a sloped driveway. The house is not suitable for folks not in great physical shape for walking.
PREREQUISIITES:
We prioritize bookings for families, mature couples, and individuals traveling together for business purposes.
Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate groups of unrelated individuals under 25 years old at this property.
No parties, gatherings, or visitors not listed on the reservation are allowed on the property and 3 cars maximum.
Short Term Rental License No. STR23-00005.

The Big Brown House is located in State College. The Big Brown House provides accommodation, featuring Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Air Conditioner, Parking, among other amenities. This House features Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Air Conditioner, Parking, to make your stay a comfortable one.

The Big Brown House has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 6 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have rated it 2, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the State College has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in State College, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • 2+ bathrooms
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Fitness center
Entertainment
  • Smart TV
General
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 2300 sq ft (214 sq m)
  • Double-glazed windows
  • English
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
Guest Services
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • WiFi available
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
Security/Safety
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome. note from host: not baby proof. children are part of guest count.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet) pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs only
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property long-term renters welcome onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Gifford H.
Aug 8, 2025 11:17:39 PM
Review Score:   4
Summary: House had an ant infestation. The house was dirty upon arrival. The deck was also dirty, and the grill was filthy. The gutter on the roof over the deck could not hold back the water. TV sets had all streaming channels no local or sports channels.
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