Secluded Hilltop Hideaway~Hot Tub~Two Living Rooms

A peaceful escape close to the city. Nestled in a private wooded setting, this 4BR home is just 15 minutes from downtown Pittsburgh.

Relax on a wrap-around balcony, unwind in the hot tub, or gather for conversation around the fire pit under the trees.

With space for families, pets, and friends, plus trails just steps away, it’s a perfect blend of natural privacy and city convenience.

The inside offers a refined treehouse vibe - with warm, modern interiors surrounded by serene woodland views.

With multiple outdoor areas designed for work and relaxation, this home makes the most of its natural setting. Covered gazebos allow you to enjoy fresh air comfortably through three seasons, while the lower part of the property provides another more quiet gazebo along with access to nature trails.

This home is well-suited for two families traveling together. Each floor features 2 bedrooms, a full bathroom, a kitchen, and a living area. The dining room is upstairs.

While the house is not fully ADA-compliant, it does offer first floor living for travelers with mobility issues.

AMENITIES

✓ Entry: Keyless smart lock with code
✓ Security: Exterior cameras on premises
✓ Communication: Always available during your stay
✓ Parking: 4 driveway spaces
✓ Bedrooms: 4-bedroom home, sleeps up to 11 (1 king, 2 queen, 1 full, 2 twin beds, 1 roll-away cot)
✓ Bathrooms: 2 full baths (downstairs with jetted tub/shower combo; upstairs with stand-up shower)
✓ Workspace: High-speed internet and one dedicated workspace
✓ Laundry: Free washer and dryer in downstairs kitchen
✓ Kitchen: Fully stocked for cooking any meal
✓ Coffee: K-Cups, ground coffee, Keurig, drip pot, and French Press
✓ Entertainment: Roku Smart TVs in the living room and outdoor area, plus Smart TVs in all bedrooms
✓ HVAC: Ductless mini-split system with individual remote-controlled units in each room
✓ Outdoor Space: Expansive private grounds with stone oven, dining area, fire pit, hot tub, and multiple seating zones

No events or parties permitted. Only registered guests are allowed on the property. Pet fees for pre-approved pets are $25 per night per pet (maximum of two), non-refundable.

Please review our House Rules and send a message prior to booking to ensure the home is a good fit for your stay.

The entire house is accessible.

I'm committed to doing whatever I can to make your stay the best it can be. I absolutely love this city and would be delighted to share with you some of my favorite restaurants, museums, parks or attractions. I respect your privacy and will communicate as little or as much as you wish.

Set on a hillside above the borough of Etna, the immediate residential neighborhood is very quiet and safe. And this house sits at the very top of that hill, offering you and your group a little extra privacy.

You'll find the essential conveniences like gas, snacks, ice all within a mile of the house. And the main street through Etna (Butler St.) has some excellent small restaurants and places to grab a drink.

Please note that the driveway is narrow, but once you get to the top, the space opens up into an inviting parking area and outdoor space!

I'm available to help make your stay the best it can be, but the level of communication is entirely up to you. It is always my pleasure to make suggestions on where to go and what to do - from museums to my favorite walkable streets.

You will also receive a guidebook three days before check-in with recommendations and instructions for the appliances in the home.

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Please treat our house with the same respect as you would your own home. We’ve put a lot of effort into making this into a lovely space to be enjoyed by our guests.

NO PARTIES, WEDDINGS, OR EVENTS

It is the booking guest’s responsibility to make sure ALL registered guests in the group honor all House Rules to avoid eviction and/or damage claims against the booking guest.

Guests
We want you to enjoy your vacation and time at our home to the maximum, but we do have to set some restrictions on visitor numbers for safety reasons. (Max Occupancy is 10 registered guests.) As part of our vacation rental agreement, we need the names and details of each member of your traveling party.
After 5 guests, the nightly cost of the booking increases by $25 per night, per guest to cover additional costs.
Any unauthorized guests will be subject to a $100 per guest per night fee. Any guests beyond the number listed on your itinerary qualify for this fee.
We reserve the right to terminate your stay without a refund if you exceed the maximum occupancy.
Any unauthorized events or parties will be subject to a $2,000 fine and immediate removal. Parties and large gatherings of any kind are strictly prohibited at our home. Any small gathering must comply with our other house rules regarding noise, the neighborhood, and visitor numbers.
Guests are to allow homeowner or service access to the property for purposes of repair and inspection. The homeowner will exercise this right of access in a reasonable manner and advise beforehand when possible.
Be sure to maintain a good level of cleanliness throughout your stay, this will make it much easier when check-out time comes!
Any time guests leave the vacation rental, it is their responsibility to ensure all windows and doors are closed and locked to maintain security and prevent rain and water damage.
Parents must not leave children unattended at any time. Any guest injuries sustained at the property are not covered by our vacation rental insurance.

Fire Pits (Propane and Wood):
Please remember to dress warm enough for outdoor conditions.
Please NEVER bring any indoor throw blankets or bedding out to the fire pit!

Pets
Pets are welcome at our home! If you’re staying here with your furry friend, there are some things we’d like you to help us out with to ensure a smooth stay for everybody.
We know you love your pet, but we ask that you please don’t let them up onto the furniture, especially sofas and beds.
Guests are responsible for cleaning up after their pets. Please ensure you clean up after your pet daily.
Pets must not be outside of the property without a leash.
There is a $25 per night, per pet fee not to exceed 2 pets maximum for pre-approved pets only. If you bring an unauthorized pet, you will be subject to immediate removal plus an additional cleaning fee.
Smoking
This is a non-smoking home - If you do smoke, please do so outside, away from the house, and properly put out and dispose of the cigarette outside and clean up your butts. If there’s any evidence of smoking in the unit, you will be subject to an additional cleaning fee and a damage claim.
Noise and Privacy
We hope you have lots of laughter and fun times during your vacation! However, we’d really appreciate it if you’re mindful and keep noise to a minimum during nighttime hours between 9PM and 8AM. If any neighboring residents report excessive noise or unruly behavior, we may have to evict you from our property and terminate the vacation rental agreement. This could result in the loss of the rental amount and a damage claim.
In case of any disputes or neighbor complaints, it’s your duty to notify us as soon as reasonably possible.
There are a couple of closets in the home that are private and locked, please do not attempt to open them.
Security
Our home is equipped with noise and occupancy sensors inside and security cameras (including audio) outside. Any tampering with the devices will result in immediate eviction with no refunds.
Kitchen
We provide the basics such as cooking oil, simple seasoning and some condiments. Please treat our kitchen with the love and respect you would your own to keep it in great condition for other guests.
Please be sure to ventilate the kitchen after cooking anything that could leave a strong smell behind.
Be careful not to wash food remains down the drain. Please throw any kitchen scraps into a trash bag.
To simplify the inventory process, please return any kitchen items back to where you originally found them.
To help the environment, please only switch on the dishwasher when it’s full and use the eco-program when possible.
Trash
We like to do our bit for the environment and we ask that our guests do the same! There are different containers outside for separating trash and recycling. Please BAG AND TIE UP SAID BAGS before disposing garbage and recycling in the proper containers.
Please do not flush any sanitary products down the toilet. We provide a bin for this in each bathroom.
Kitchen cleaning products are under the sink. If any products run out during your stay, please let us know so we can replace them for you and/or the next guests.
Parking
We have parking space on our property for many vehicles along our long driveway.

Hot Tub
Our guests love using the hot tub at our vacation rental! It’s a great way to spend time relaxing while staying at our home.
There are a few things we ask you to bear in mind regarding the hot tub:
Please avoid using glass tableware or glass bottles near the hot tub. Use plastic cups for any outdoor drinks.
Guests must shower before entering the hot tub to rinse off any sunscreen, self-tanning solutions, or lotions.
Miscellaneous
Please do not move any furniture from one room to another without agreeing to it with us first.
Please don’t take any bath towels with you from the property.
Damages
In case any damage to the property or its appliances is not covered by our insurance, the guest will pay for the repair costs in damages.
We are not responsible for the loss of any personal belongings or valuables. In case you misplace something in the house, please let us know so we can look out for the item during the changeover and vacation rental cleaning.