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Secluded & Peaceful City Escape

Vacation home in Pittsburgh with kitchen and fireplace

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
TV, fireplace, table tennis
TV, fireplace, table tennis
Mt. Washington woods provide the serene backdrop for this cabin-like home, just minutes from downtown. Cozy up by the wood burner or relax in a candle-lit bath, and have fun game nights in the basement with a bar and ping pong table.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Secluded & Peaceful City Escape

Tucked away in the woods of Mt. Washington, you'll find this newly renovated home that gives you the feeling that you're in a cabin in the woods while only being minutes to downtown! This home features two bedrooms and two full bathrooms. Have a fun game night in the finished basement that boasts a bar and ping pong table! Cold night? Cuddle up on the couch and build a fire in the wood burner, or relax and take a candle-lit bath in the large free-standing tub!

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Table tennis

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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 and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Pittsburgh, PA

What's nearby

  • Duquesne Incline - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Monongahela Incline - 19 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Highmark Stadium - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Station Square - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Rivers Casino - 3 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Fallowfield Station - 4 min drive
  • Pittsburgh Station - 9 min drive
  • Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bigham Tavern - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Steel Mill Saloon - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Chaykhana Pittsburgh - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪LeMont - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded & Peaceful City Escape pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Secluded & Peaceful City Escape?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded & Peaceful City Escape?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded & Peaceful City Escape located?

Located in Duquesne Heights, this vacation home is steps from Ohio River Valley, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Acrisure Stadium and PPG Paints Arena. Duquesne Incline and Grandview Overlook are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Secluded & Peaceful City Escape Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

victoria e.

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

Quiet space in city

Good location, beautiful setting in woods
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

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

Great location and great accommodations

We loved our stay here. Everything was clean and we had everything we needed. My questions were answered quickly. We loved experiencing wildlife and the woods while being in the city at the same time. Next time we’re in town we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard F., Tallahassee

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Good Times

Great location. Great communication with the host.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily G.

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

Secluded stay

The property was secluded for privacy but close to everything. Very clean and good communication with the owner. Will book again when in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

jan k.

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

Secluded and peaceful for sure

The house was tucked away in the woods and has been completely redone on the inside. Everything was clean and comfortable. It is really central for downtown events. The owner was very responsive. A great stay all in all!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Great experience!

Derrick was a great host and the property was perfect! He communicated extremely well and it’s obvious he puts time and effort into all the small details in the house. The place was clean, secluded, and the instructions to get there were very helpful. I will definitely put this property at the top of my list for my next stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann L.

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

True to the listing and photos...

Clean, comfortable and convenient to the city. Everything seemed new and freshly painted. The coordinated furnishings were well chosen for the property and not just a hodgepodge of stuff the owners no longer needed in their own home. We had a great weekend visiting with our family in Pittsburgh.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie M.

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

Our stay

Wow!! Beautiful, clean, and secluded!! Had some deer come into the yard early in the morning! Made our grandkids so excited! The host Derrick is A+!! Just top notch!! We will definitely be staying here again! 100% Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana M.

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

Secluded and Cozy

Derrick was an excellent host. I booked several months in advance and he was always quick to respond to any question I might have. The property was very secluded, well-managed. Check-in was excellent. The property had all of the standard ammenities and was well equiped. Because of the location, we had difficulty with ride share being able to find us but overall, we had a positive experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon R.

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

Senior games in pgh

The host, Derrick, was very easy to work with. Each time i had a question, he responded promptly. The house was very clean, interesting and very comfortable. It was lovely to sit outside in the early evening. It was also very quiet. Wifi and tv worked very well.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Secluded but less comfortable than expected

The house is definitely secluded: at the end of a private drive, next to the forest. However it is also above a major highway and tunnel, so was louder at night than expected. For the price, we were expecting the house to be in better condition, and the beds to be more comfortable. However, overall it was a nice stay. The wood burning stove was great for the winter, and it was cool to see deer in the front yard, while being so close to the city! While secluded, the house was also no more than 15 minutes from any place we wanted to go, so quite convenient.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

RB o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024