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A Haven in the Heart of Elk Country

Cabin in Benezette with kitchen and fireplace

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
TV, fireplace
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Nestled in the heart of Elk Country, Buck Haven Lodge offers an intimate escape amidst 6 private acres of wooded land. Relax by the campfire, explore nearby attractions or unwind in the cozy living room with a propane fireplace and WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 471 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A Haven in the Heart of Elk Country

Located only one mile from the town of Benezette, Buck Haven Lodge is a cabin that offers close proximity to Elk Country’s best attractions, but also boasts 6 private acres of wooded land for tenants to enjoy. Elk routinely move through the old-growth hemlock and pine, with masses of native ferns coloring the forest floor.

The newly renovated Buck Haven Lodge has two bedrooms, a full bath, a fully-stocked kitchen, and a cozy living room complete with a propane fire place. Whether you are interested in elk viewing, fishing, hunting, hiking or just experiencing the beauty of the Pennsylvania mountains, Buck Haven Lodge offers both convenience of location and enough privacy to enjoy your getaway.

The living area boasts a spacious, open floor plan. The kitchen has large appliances including a full-sized refrigerator, propane stove and oven, and microwave. Small appliances such as a coffee pot and toaster are available, as well as a generous number of other items to ensure you have everything you need to prepare and enjoy a meal, such as pots, pans, bakeware, serving utensils, plates, cups, eating utensils, etc. The living room has enough seating for everyone with a couch (which is a sleeper sofa that can accommodate extra guests), loveseat and a recliner. For those chilly nights in the mountains, guests can enjoy the propane fireplace. There is a flat-screen television with Dish Network and WiFi, as well.

There is a spacious, full bathroom with a commode, sink, and bathtub/shower combination. There are two bedrooms, each bedroom has a window looking out at the woods behind the cabin, a queen-sized bed and generous closet.

For those looking to relax by a campfire and enjoy the mountain air, there is a custom-made fire ring with swinging grates for cooking over the fire. There are also two Adirondack chairs at the front side of the cabin for guests to relax in while enjoying mountain views.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 768 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

Cabin
A Haven In The Heart Of Elk
A Haven in the Heart of Elk Country Cabin
A Haven in the Heart of Elk Country Benezette
A Haven in the Heart of Elk Country Cabin Benezette

About the neighborhood

Map
Benezette, PA

What's nearby

  • Main St Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Elk Country Visitor Center - 6 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Elk Mountain Winery - 26 min drive - 26.0 km
  • Straub Brewery - 37 min drive - 38.6 km
  • Parker Dam State Park - 38 min drive - 29.6 km

Getting around

  • DuBois, PA (DUJ-DuBois Regional) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Benezette Hotel - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Weedville Hotel - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Old Bull Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Big Trout Inn - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Hideout - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Haven in the Heart of Elk Country pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at A Haven in the Heart of Elk Country?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Haven in the Heart of Elk Country?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Haven in the Heart of Elk Country located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 1 mi (1.5 km) from Main St Park and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Elk Country Visitor Center. Mt Zion Historical Park and Hemlock Ave Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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A Haven in the Heart of Elk Country Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 135 out of 168 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 168 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 168 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 168 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 168 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Milissa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

We always have a great time when we visit Bennezette. And being so close to everything is awesome to. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

GREG G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

RECENT STAY

IT'S VERY COZY, SECOND YEAR IN A ROW WE STAYED THERE
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Velma S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good location

We enjoyed our stay. Liked the convenience of all one floor. Place was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

bill S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent time. The cabin was spotless and near everything that we wanted to do

Perfect
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute

Awesome place would stay there again 😀
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda G., Mifflinburg pa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Stay

We had a nice relaxing weekend. A heard of elk welcomed us on Friday at the Elk lick campground and moved to the house next door then crossed thr road and stayed there all weekend between the cabin and Benezette campground…We had great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Elk view weekend

The weather was crappy but the place was awesome. Only saw one elk but got to enjoy what Benezette and surrounding towns have to offer!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Elk Viewing

This cabin had all the basics we needed for our 3-night stay to go elk viewing and was close to the overlook areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

Buck Haven lived up to the name as we got to see a large ten point Buck and a 6x6 Bull Elk right in the yard. The lodging is quaint and cozy, perfect for a small family or couples retreat. Would happily book again in the future!! 😀
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

Really nice and they made it easy!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cabin in a convenient location for Elk Viewing

This cabin was a wonderful find! It is the perfect size for four adults and is very well stocked, furnished, and decorated to enhance the enjoyment and relaxation of the area. The cabin is immaculate and you can tell there is pride in ownership and the ability to provided a perfect stay. Our last evening there, we saw four elk across the road. Amazing! We will stay here again when we visit the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Amber K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
I guess the property was as advertised but they didn’t mention all the wood and equipment lying close to the house, before getting to the old growth I was so excited about. I had messaged the owners about our arrival and never heard from them. We could not light the fireplace. It wasn’t a bad stay just not what we’d expected. The location was great, the house itself was comfortable if a wee bit chilly.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tawnya M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice and clean!!

Yes, very much so enjoyed our stay. Very cleaned. My husband said Tv could be a little bigger. lol. We will be definitely looking you up next year if you have an opening when we plan to come down. Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful weekend getaway

We had a great time getaway away from life for the weekend. We wanted to enjoy nature and see some Elk. We spotted a heard of elk on the way to our home away from home and continued to see some throughout the weekend. The rental is a cozy little place that is clean and nicly decorated to make you feel like you are at a cabin. The kitchen had all the gadgets we needed. We cooked on the grill that was provided. We definitely look forward to coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chip

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, comfortable place. Good value.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

lois b.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Deceiving

The place was nothing like the photos. A bunch of wood and equipment everywhere. No view like showed. I was disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We have stayed here before I find it close to town and attractions we enjoyed our stay and great communication with owners thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it!

Elk even in backyard! Fantastic! Loved everything about it!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

The house was clean and well kept. The kitchen was well stocked, and had a variety of odds and ends. The gas fireplace created a warm, cozy environment, and kept up comfortable all night. It took us a bit to figure out that the unit would kick off occasionally, but would eventually come back on. My only recommendation would be to let renters know in the listing that bedding is an extra expense. This is not disclosed until after booking. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Great Stay!

The area was perfect! Very close to the visitors center and local places to eat!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness
Inside was clean warm and comfortable. Outside needs a little cleaning up around the property. The most disappointment was not having any linen for beds. It would be nice if this was spelled out in the brochure or description of the property. The entrance was unsafe because the snow wasn’t removed before we arrived and eventually turned to ice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Layle L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Buck Haven Lodge

Awesome location to see the elk. Very nice place clean and inviting.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Besides the rain it was great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

V H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Busy but Beautiful

We've stayed here for 2 yrs now and its always busy (that time of yr) but the cabin and surroundings were beautiful! Seen a lot more Elk this yr than last yr.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Layle L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Benezette stay

The house was perfect and the location was also perfect for us. Thank you for being a pet friendly place. We seen lots of elk across the road and in the backyard of the cabin. We will definitely stay here again and we already referred family to stay here too. Thanks again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024