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Valley Vista Lodge
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Valley Vista Lodge

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
AU$300
avg per night

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Galeton, PA
  • Cherry Springs State Park
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Ole Bull State Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Leonard Harrison State Park
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

3 Double Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

Room

  • 130.1 sq m
  • Sleeps 10
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Double Beds
Price is AU$300 avg per night,

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About the area

Galeton

Galeton is home to this lodge. Coudersport Golf Club and Coudersport Area Recreational Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cherry Springs State Park and Ole Bull State Park. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.

What's nearby

  • Cherry Springs State Park - 18 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Ole Bull State Park - 19 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Lyman Run State Park - 29 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Leonard Harrison State Park - 56 min drive - 48.0 km
  • Colton Point State Park - 57 min drive - 48.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Waldheim - ‬14 min drive

About this property

10 Minutes to Cherry Springs, Dark Skies, Star Gazing, Hiking, Fishing, Skiing

Bedroom 1- 1 double bed Bedroom 2 - 1 Queen bed Loft- 3 double beds
The Lodge is complete with Knotty Pine interior and slate floors in the kitchen and dining area. The Great Room has a beautiful flagstone fireplace. Dining area has a separate woodstove to warm up by.
Central Air Conditioning
We provide DSL, T.V., DVD, an outdoor grill, fire pit, picnic tables on both porch and tower (110 electric on deck). Fly fishing, hunting, hiking, skiing, star gazing @ Cherry Springs State Park , geo-caching. Direct snowmobiling and horseback riding from the Lodge. Numerous state parks and the PA Grand Canyon with 30 minutes drive. Fly fishing only streams (Little Kettle) 15 minutes away. PA Wild Areas are a short drive.
The views from the Lodge and tower are gorgeous.

Property manager

Benn Batterson
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Please contact the owner. We have a $25 pet fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Bookings canceled at least 30 days before the start of the stay will receive a 100% refund.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Frequently asked questions

Is 10 Minutes to Cherry Springs, Dark Skies, Star Gazing, Hiking, Fishing, Skiing pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 10 Minutes to Cherry Springs, Dark Skies, Star Gazing, Hiking, Fishing, Skiing?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 10 Minutes to Cherry Springs, Dark Skies, Star Gazing, Hiking, Fishing, Skiing?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 10 Minutes to Cherry Springs, Dark Skies, Star Gazing, Hiking, Fishing, Skiing located?

Situated in Galeton, this lodge is within 12 miles (20 km) of Cherry Springs State Park, Ole Bull State Park and Lyman Run State Park. Lyman Run Lake is 11.5 mi (18.6 km) away.

10 Minutes to Cherry Springs, Dark Skies, Star Gazing, Hiking, Fishing, Skiing Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 135 out of 152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 152 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 152 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 152 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 152 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Catherine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place
A wonderful weekend of star gazing and nature. A beautiful property in a gorgeous place.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

J P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay here!
This cabin was an amazing experience for us. It was cozy, clean, and in a good location. Private but not too far away from state parks and town. It even had a star gazing tower that you could go up and view the stars. I would stay here again and would highly recommend this cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Casey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Cabin
I chose this cabin because it was one of the few that offered a wood burning fireplace and it made a romantic Valentine’s Day weekend perfect. The cabin itself was perfectly quaint and rustic. It was clean and inviting. Didn’t explore the surrounding area too much as it was snowing but it provided a perfect secluded getaway Positioned where it was in the mountains it was quiet and private.My girlfriend and I are looking to make a tradition out of staying at this location. We were very happy with it.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!
Had a great time the cabin and views were awesome it even cleared up enough the second night to see the stars. Hope to stay again someday!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Valley Vista Stay
Had a great time! The lodge was well appointed and even roomier than expected. The listing pictures don't do it justice! The property offered great views of the surrounding hills and valleys. We hope tocome back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation with Family & Friends
We enjoyed our stay. Great location. Cabin was perfect & exactly what we were looking for.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Remote Work Stargazing
Had a wonderful stay. My partner and I planned to work remotely for the week and we weren't sure what to expect from the Wifi, but we were both able to take meetings at the same time with no issues. Property is cleaner and brighter than the pictures show. Sink water was clean and fresh, shower was hot. Nothing not to love! (except for the mouse who greeting us when we arrived, but once he figured out that people were home, he hid away and didn't bother us again).
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
weekend get away
Cabin is very nice. Heed the 4x4 warning! Great location and if the weather would have cooperated, I'm sure the star gazing would have been amazing at that location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great do-over
We stayed last year to checkout the dark skies in midwinter but had completely overcast skies. This was a great do-over. Benn was accommodating again as he was last year. The property is in a great location. Extremely peaceful and a great getaway spot. We had clear skies and the best star view ever.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location
Wish we had more than just the weekend to explore the area. So much to do close by that we didnt have time for. But our daughter got a wonderful picture of the milkyway taken from the platform in the field, so she was thrilled. The cabin was nice. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shanda G., Annville

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice location
Great location for ATV’ing. House was clean and spacious.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carla H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable farmhouse
Fun hikes, friendly (though very few) people and a beautiful peaceful setting. We were a little bummed to not get to stay in the original house we booked, with an observation tower (we were switched to the owners farmhouse because the original property needed repairs), but with smoke from Canadian fires and nearly full moons (novice stargazer here) it was very hard to stargaze anyways. My kids especially enjoyed the backyard fire pit and making s’mores. Remember to bring towels for all different purposes: we remembered bath towels but forgot dish towels, small towels to dry our hands in the bathrooms and washcloths. Woops! In any case, we had a great stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply Amazing!
Property and location were fantastic, especially for my needs: to take photos of the night sky. Benn was amazing in his support of my needs both before and during the trip. Everything was better than expected, and I will definitely be going back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
so very quiet and relaxing
The Valley Vista is a refuge of peace. The name is accurate, with valleys descending on all sides. Had everything we needed for an enjoyable, relaxing time. Cell service is spotty, so we utilized the wifi for messaging. For suburbanites like us, it felt very remote, but in truth we weren't too far from civilization if we needed anything. Plentiful state parks, streams, trails, and beauty surrounded us. Only warning would be roads--definitely not a place for low vehicles, especially in cold months, and we were there in a dry spell so there was some airborne dust in places. (Description already notes that 4-wheel drive is recommended, so we were prepared.) Truly a gorgeous place, sky full of stars at night, and extremely restful. Thanks to owners! Got right back to us with any questions--great experience. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

David L., New York

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stargazing location!
My partner and I stayed here for a few days with our dog. It was very quiet and comfortable, with a large field to walk in and an indoor fireplace. We intended to go, but never actually went, to cherry springs state park, since we were happy with the solitude and view from the observation tower. I'd be happy to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Responsive property owner
The location is perfect. The area is so quiet and feels remote but is only a short drive to whatever we needed. By the way, try Trails End at the Waldheim. We had a few minor issues, but Benn was extremely responsive and did everything he could to solve the problem or offer alternatives.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Will be back
Once again, the lodge did not disappoint. The views are amazing. The lodge is cozy. Benn was responsive and gracious. One night of clear skies. ❤️ My family loves it here. One of our favorite places.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

James G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great view of starz
Very nice. Bring extra knives If cooking but everything else was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa G., Dallastown, PA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic View!
This property is a gem! The pictures do not do it justice! It was a very clean and cozy home with everything we needed for a quiet getaway. We stayed here with our two dogs who just loved the large open fields to run and play. The view of the stars was literally out-of-this-world! Previous guests say it is better than Cherry Springs State Park and I would believe it. The observation tower was awesome but because of our little corgi, we opted to stay grounded. The view was no less stunning from here either. The darkness and quiet were unbelievable. No light pollution, no road noise, just stars, the milky way, and absolute quiet. The surrounding state parks and game lands offered up more hikes than we could possibly visit in a lifetime, but we had fun trying. We will be telling all of our friends about this wonderful place. The road up is dirt and gravel and though we were blessed with perfect fall weather, 4 wheel drive would be a must in inclement weather. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bryan D., Mechanicsburg, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Potter Co Getaway
This cabin is a great place to experience all the natural beauty that Potter County has to offer. From the top of the hill you can see for miles around & the view is even more amazing from the observation deck. The property borders State Forest land which provides great opportunities to explore right from the cabin door. The cabin itself provides all the essentials & is setup well for multiple families. The hosts are very responsive & we plan on returning in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Martin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exploring the sky in Potter County
We came to the property for a few days to see what the hype was about the dark sky's. The property was great, clean and comfortable. All the essentials were there. The location is perfect for sky viewing although the weather in late September did not cooperate (except for the last night). But, what I did see the last night was truly remarkable. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Natalie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway!
This was a great place to stay; it was clean and had everything we could have needed. And the observation tower - what a view!! Despite the full moon, we saw a ton of stars and were wowed by the meteors. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ryan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place
Great experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Million Stars
We had the most amazing time. The property might possibly be the most beautiful spot in Pennsylvania! The pictures do not do it justice :-) The house was clean and had everything we could possibly need. The observation deck was the perfect place to look out over the country. The stars were magnificent and the whole reason we stayed, but we were pleasantly surprised with the beauty of the farms and surrounding hills and woods. There is also a field of grass/wildflowers that fills the air with an amazing scent. We loved this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Spot for Fishing
This house is in a great location for hiking, fishing, and stargazing. Far enough away to enjoy the sounds of nature, but close enough to modern amenities if required. Plenty of space for our crew of 9, fully equipped kitchen was ideal.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022