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A Modern House in a Large Nature Reserve in Ligonier Valley!

A Modern House in a Large Nature Reserve in Ligonier Valley!

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SugarTree Lodge
Aerial view
THE LODGE at the Randall Reserve in beautiful Ligonier Valley
Property grounds
Lake

Overview of A Modern House in a Large Nature Reserve in Ligonier Valley!

10 out of 10 Exceptional
6 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 164000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Stahlstown, PA
  • Popular LocationDuncan House at Polymath Park Resort14 min drive
  • Popular LocationLiving Treasures Animal Park15 min drive
  • AirportLatrobe, PA (LBE-Arnold Palmer Regional)21 min drive
  • Popular LocationSeven Springs Mountain Resort32 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

2nd floor reading/sleeping nook

1 Double Futon

ANNEX BEDROOM

1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

BUNK ROOM!

2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Butterfly bedroom

1 King Bed

Master Suite Additional Bedroom

1 Twin Bed

Red, White & Blue Room

1 Double Bed

The Master Suite

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

ANNEX BATHROOM

Toilet · Shower only

Back entrance clean-up

Toilet

Bathroom 6

Toilet

Butterfly Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bedroom Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Shared Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

A Modern House in a Large Nature Reserve in Ligonier Valley!

The still shots just don't do the place the justice it deserves! Sugar Tree Lodge is the perfect spot for your upcoming family reunion, friendly get together, family retreat, or even wedding!

Located in the resort mountains of western Pennsylvania, only 54 miles east of downtown Pittsburgh, Sugar Tree Lodge is the perfect place to be whenever you want to enter the natural world of forest and stream, but at the same time want to reside in a beautiful and comfortable home close to resort attractions such as Seven Springs, Hidden Valley, Laurel Mountain Ski Resort, and Idlewild Park.

Surrounding Sugar Tree Lodge's property, the Randall Reserve is dedicated to the preservation of woodlands and wildlife in the valley between Ligonier and Donegal, to the end that current and future generations may continue to experience the natural legacy of this lovely part of the Laurel Highlands. Any wildlife that can survive in this part of the country appears from time to time, leaving tracks and signs of their presence. Many varieties of wildflowers, shrubs and trees are to be found here. A network of trails on the Randall Reserve surrounding the property connects all of this together, taking you back to Sugar Tree Lodge where you can relax in comfort.

On site there is a pond to enjoy fishing and small boating, more than a mile of Four Mile Run (the major creek and trout stream in this area) to explore and enjoy, and miles of trails for hiking, biking, and cross-country skiing, a game court for family enjoyment, volleyball and badminton, picnics and bonfires. Just around the corner is beautiful Donegal Lake, a Pennsylvania public area which offers fishing, kayaking, canoeing and small boating (on a bring-your-own basis).

You may want to visit some of the famous places in the Laurel Highlands around us:

Idlewilde Park (voted the #1 amusement park for children in the United States) which has Soak Zone and Story Book Forest and many other rides and amusements.

We are less than a 30-minute drive to all three of the local ski resorts. Laurel Mountain, Hidden Valley, and Seven Springs each offer their own challenges on the slopes and other amenities like golf, snow tubing, sporting clay shooting, and much more.

Nearby Ohiopyle State Park has miles of trails and whitewater rafting opportunities. Let us not forget the amazing fishing and fly fishing in the area creeks and streams.

Frank Lloyd Wright's 'Fallingwater' and 'Kentuck Knob' are world renowned for their architectural accomplishments. Both sites have daily tours available.

If you are a history buff, Flight 93 Memorial will touch your heart and the town of Ligonier has Fort Ligonier with its amazing historical reproductions of life in Revolutionary War times.

A short drive will take you to the Laurel Caverns where you can tour the beautiful subterranean caves and streams.

The list goes on seemingly forever...

If all the action isn't your speed bring along a book or two and your favorite drink and just enjoy the peace and comfort of the lodge itself. It is hard to imagine a more restful and satisfying vacation.

THE HOUSE:

Sugar Tree's first floor features an open floor plan that includes the living room, dining room and kitchen. There's a wood-burning fireplace as well as floor-to-ceiling glass doors that open onto a large deck overlooking the pond, allowing you to combine indoor and outdoor living and dining at the same time. (Great for get-togethers!). In addition, our back entrance room contains washer and dryer for your use and a half-bath.

The master bedroom suite has its own wing, a king bed, 1 and 1/2 baths, a private tea-for-two deck, and an adjacent smaller room with a single bed.

The 2nd floor has a den with TV and a sofa that turns into a king bed, a bunk room with 6 beds, and two additional rooms each with queen beds, a card table nook, and two full bathrooms.

The attached annex over the garage is a multi-purpose room with a queen bed and a single bed, a full bath and a narrow deck that overlooks the pond. This annex will be available for use during all times of year and includes its own heating and air conditioning.

Our yard has a large and a small bonfire pit, a picnic area, a set-up for soccer and badminton, a games court containing shuffleboard, horseshoes, and basketball hoops. There's a dock and rowboat for the pond.

The Four Mile Run (a creek), the preeminent trout fishing stream in southern Ligonier Valley, delineates the lower yard and supplies shallow water fun for small children plus exploration and fishing for older children and adults.

Property manager

Corinne Vanderzee
Premier Host
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Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

Pets allowed: less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 99
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Stahlstown

Located in Stahlstown, this vacation home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Mount Pleasant Glass Museum and Compass Inn Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Duncan House at Polymath Park Resort and Fort Ligonier. Traveling with kids? Consider Stone Villa Wine Cellars and Caddie Shak. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Duncan House at Polymath Park Resort - 14 min drive
  • Living Treasures Animal Park - 15 min drive
  • Idlewild and SoakZone - 24 min drive
  • Hidden Valley Resort - 26 min drive
  • Seven Springs Mountain Resort - 32 min drive

Getting around

  • Latrobe Station - 27 min drive
  • Latrobe, PA (LBE-Arnold Palmer Regional) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 12 min drive
  • Brady's Restaurant - 13 min drive
  • Foggy Mountain Lodge - 4 min drive
  • Dairy Queen - 12 min drive
  • Silver Horse Coffee - 14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Modern House in a Large Nature Reserve in Ligonier Valley! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at A Modern House in a Large Nature Reserve in Ligonier Valley!?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at A Modern House in a Large Nature Reserve in Ligonier Valley!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A Modern House in a Large Nature Reserve in Ligonier Valley! located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Duncan House at Polymath Park Resort, Stone Villa Wine Cellars, and Caddie Shak. Living Treasures Animal Park and Mount Pleasant Glass Museum are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As advertised
This place was great. Everything is as described, lots of beds and rooms. Great for entertaining good size group. Probably will be back someday!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter wonderland
Fun place for family winter get away. Close enough to Hidden Valley and Seven Springs . Family went tubing at Seven Springs snd skiing at Hidden valley. Large kitchen area with everything you need separate freezer. Pantry with extra space for food and dishes to meet all your needs. They have tried to think of everything. Small hill on the property with sleds available for the little ones to safely sled. Large windows to watch the little ones in the yard. Very private with lots of outdoor space. Nook upstairs was changed to table space, no pullout sofa in that space. Annex has fooseball game enjoyed by teens! With private sleeping space. Thank you for sharing your home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay!
The house is large (perfect for our family trip) yet somehow still so cozy! We all loved our stay! And Corrine was super helpful both before and after our stay!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Thanksgiving
Our family and friends enjoyed Thanksgiving at the Reserve. We enjoyed the large kitchen allowing several people to work at the same time.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Gathering
We have stayed here several times before and always enjoy the beautiful house and surrounding property. Thank you for providing the new bed in the one upstairs bedroom. We will plan to come back in 2024.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Corinne Vanderzee

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Corinne and Darren Vanderzee, manage the property, run the website and contact the guests. Tom D., a friendly nice guy, is greeter and local manager. The R. family manages maintenance and cleaning. All have homes adjacent to the property and are available to help you at all times. Tom lives in a guest house across the pond and is filled with visions for the development of the property.

Although we expect to keep improving Sugar Tree every year, we believe that, right now, you can have a great time in our forest wonderland.

Why they chose this property

Around 1960 a lady named Belle and her husband set foot on a property that had a sparkling pond, a cottage, a hundred acres or so of Pennsylvania hardwood forest, and flowering weeds almost 5 to 6 feet high.

They looked at each other and bought the place on the spot. That property is now Sugar Tree Lodge, a love at first sight that never ends. They built the house to last, using steel framework and a steel roof. (Look at that roof today, recently painted and good as new!). Over the years nearby lands were added, much of which eventually became the Randall Reserve.

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