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Cottage near Pittsburgh - Pet Friendly, No Pet/Cleaning Fees, Secluded & Quiet

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 41400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Cottage near Pittsburgh - Pet Friendly, No Pet/Cleaning Fees, Secluded & Quiet

Get a real feel of the rolling hills of Pittsburgh while staying in a comfortable cottage built on a hill in a peaceful wooded setting. Plenty of room to relax and unwind while enjoying nature. Deer, turkey, birds and squirrels abound! I feed them all, so you will most certainly see them all during your visit.
The cottage is less than 10 minutes from downtown Pittsburgh (park and ride and bus is within walking distance) and the Pittsburgh Int'l airport is only 15 minutes away. It has 1 private bedroom with private half bath, loft with daybed and trundle. One covered deck overlooks the local town of Carnegie and the 2nd covered porch is along the private road. The fireplace in the living room is sure to set the mood for a relaxing evening. Weather permitting, you can enjoy the outdoor firepit! The local park (which is also a dog park) is within walking distance. It's the perfect place to stay and feel like you are at home while you are visiting our beautiful City of Pittsburgh!

**** In lieu of chargning a pet fee, I have a pet donation program in place at the cottage.
There are two organizations to choose from: Bridge To Homes Animal Rescue: https://www.bridgetohome84.org and Cali Cat Rescue: www.calicatrescue.com****

Property manager

Laura Essel

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: You can smoke outside, please dispose of butts.

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

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View from property

Not so tiny house with full kitchen & patio swing

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (39)
The price is CA $144
CA $276 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 26 - Dec 27
Not so tiny house with full kitchen & patio swing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
3 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: I allow pets. There is a $75 fee

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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, a first aid kit, and 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Comfy cozy Cottage in the City
Komfortabel Koselig Hytte i Byen
Carnegie Cottage Pet Friendly Secluded Close to Pittsburgh

About the area

Map
Carnegie, PA

What's nearby

  • Acrisure Stadium - 9 min drive
  • PPG Paints Arena - 9 min drive
  • David L Lawrence Convention Center - 9 min drive
  • Rivers Casino - 9 min drive
  • PNC Park - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Stevenson Station - 7 min drive
  • Pittsburgh Station - 18 min drive
  • Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Elly's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Alexion's Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Carnegie Coffee Company - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Vfw Post 331 - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage near Pittsburgh - Pet Friendly, No Pet/Cleaning Fees, Secluded & Quiet pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Cottage near Pittsburgh - Pet Friendly, No Pet/Cleaning Fees, Secluded & Quiet?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage near Pittsburgh - Pet Friendly, No Pet/Cleaning Fees, Secluded & Quiet?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage near Pittsburgh - Pet Friendly, No Pet/Cleaning Fees, Secluded & Quiet located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Duquesne Incline, Carnegie Science Center, and Market Square. South Hills Village and West End-Elliott Overlook Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Cottage near Pittsburgh - Pet Friendly, No Pet/Cleaning Fees, Secluded & Quiet Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 136 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 136 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 136 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 136 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 136 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jules K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute stay in the woods
Very cute house on a dead end street, tucked away on the ridge in the woods, just a few minutes from downtown Carnegie. The house is very quirky but a lovely stay that feels private and easy to access all the things you’ll want from your stay in Pittsburgh!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Phil S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good place to stay
The property was nice and secluded. Quiet. Cozy. It wasn't the most modern and beautiful place, but the host was great, accommodating, and responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jason L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short summer stay
Directions to the property and description were very accurate. Parking was tricky but as described. The outside area was very peaceful and enjoyable. The floors seemed sticky in the bathrooms and the refrigerator was quite dirty with half melted ice cream in the freezer. Otherwise it was clean. My only complaint would be the dog dishes and used dog toys. Having used dog dishes and used dog toys makes you worry about spreading viruses such as parvo. A very nice gesture to offer these for the guests! But something to consider. We really did enjoy staying there and would definitely consider the home in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness
I didn't want to leave!
The online listing doesn't do this amazing little cottage justice. It is clean, cozy, and the view is gorgeous. Its like being out in the woods....but you are not! The cottage is decorated so cute and it has all the comforts of home. The deck is so relaxing and it even has an immaculate gas grill and a firepit. Laura is an amazing host. If this were my property I would live there full time. I was so sad to leave!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jeanna J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Carnegie Cabin/Home
My mother and I stayed in this small home for 2 nights. It was clean and comfortable, and while I didn’t mind the house and rooms at all, it was not a great fit for my mother who is 82. The staircase is very narrow and doesn’t have a railing- and she was nervous going down the street since the house is secluded by the many trees around it. In addition, the portable AC units were fine since the area is shaded, but my mother thought they were too loud and wanted them off at night. I would definitely stay there again, but with a younger family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Billie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and peaceful!
Quiet peaceful, and relaxing for our short stay in PA. Very accommodating for us and our fur baby!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie M.

Cozy getaway near the city
Loved the house! The beds were comfortable and the kitchen had everything we needed. There was plenty of hot water and good water pressure. The back deck was beautiful with lots of birds and squirrels to watch. Wifi connection was strong and easy to connect to. As others have mentioned, the actual driveway down by the house is a bit tricky to get out of. Parking in the driveway on arrival is easy, whether you back in or face forward. It's getting out that's difficult. We ended up pulling in facing forward so that we could back out to leave. To do this, when first arriving at the house from Terrace Avenue, we made a slight right turn into the driveway pulling forward towards the fence. Then we backed up to reposition the car to drive straight towards the house with the car facing forward in the driveway. When leaving, we backed up straight onto Terrace Avenue, then straight forward to drive away. It was very easy doing it this way versus backing in on arrival. There is zero traffic on Terrace Avenue because it's essentially a private road with only a few houses. The only other thing to make note of are the stairs in the house. The house is older and the stairs are very narrow and steep. The bedroom and the loft/trundle bed are upstairs so the only way to go to bed is to take the stairs. The full bath and shower are downstairs which means we ended up using the stairs a lot during our stay. Overall, we had an enjoyable stay in this getaway house near Pittsburgh.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin M., Setauket, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable Cottage
Great location and immaculate!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Seemless checkin and checkout, impeccable communication from the host, and a great house for our stay in Pittsburgh! Definitely will consider renting this place again for future visits to see my family in Pittsburgh.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and comfortable
The location was great for us. We felt like we were in the woods versus the city. Enjoyed our visits from the deer each day.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guenther L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Carnegie PA saty
Had a great time (once we found it). Very private and secluded. Neighbors were very friendly. We felt at ease and safe. Our dog loved it. My only complaint I have is there is not a lot of room to let the dog loose, but I knew this in advance. Thanks for letting us stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

ANNETTE B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dog-friendly Pittsburgh weekend
Many places advertise they are dog-friendly but really just mean they allow your dogs to accompany you; the Carnegie Cottage truly welcomes your pups. Dog bowls were waiting with a little welcome treat as well as a blanket and toys for them. The patio also had a lead so they could explore the yard freely. As this is a typical Pittsburgh house ( I would know since I grew up very close to here), a senior dog may have an issue with the steepness of the steps but my 13 year old boxer did fine as long as I was in front or in back of here. An additional plus is that Carnegie Park is very close by. We walked our dogs there in the morning and discovered a dog park there- what an unexpected treat! The location is fantastic! Easy access to the highways that lead to the city as well as suburbs but the house is surrounded by a wooded area so you would never know how close you are. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

christopher m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
Clean, owner is very easy to work with and makes everything as nice as possible!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home
Our stay was to help our son who is moving to the area with home renovations. We didn't spend much time at the house other than coming home at the end of the day and cleaning up. It was nice that we could bring our dog, and we felt comfortable in the space with him. The weather was rainy, but the back porch looked like a great space to hang out if it had been nicer.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet yet central to everything
Very unexpected; secluded oasis in the middle of the city. Hidden gem! Peaceful camp like experience (outside) with the added bonus of sleeping in a house! Driveway is as described and should be heeded. A bit tricky but maneuverable. However, what tops all of that is Laura allowing our fur babies to be with us!! Great experience!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the cottage!
We were in town as our son is graduating from Allegheny College and he was checking out the neighborhoods in Pittsburgh. This was a great access site without having to go through downtown Pittsburgh. Thank you for your hospitality and sharing your hideaway in the hills with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelimae P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great!
It was exactly what i needed. Secluded yet close to everything, comfortable bed and again great location. Thankyou!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pet Heaven
We stayed in the Cottage due to the birth of our first grandchild and because we didn't exactly know when she'd enter this world we were in Pittsburgh for a few weeks. We chose the cottage after spending 2 weeks in a hotel which was not ideal and we had our 2 Labrador Retrievers with us. The cottage was just what we were looking for. a clean home with a nice layout close to our daughter that didn't break the bank. It is hard to find accommodations for 2 larger dogs (ours are 65lbs each). the hotel was very restrictive but the cottage allowed us to spread out a bit more and both provided a nice place to stay but a separate work area for me. I couldn't recommend this more for dog owners. 1) the owner did not lay down a ridiculous number of rules (our dogs are very well behaved and well trained) 2) it was close to a very nice dog park where we ran them almost every day 3) it was very quiet and almost secluded 4) it was reasonably priced. The accommodations were good, the bed comfortable, the water hot and the full kitchen allowed us to prepare some decent meals (had a nice grill too). Many reviews cite the street and the driveway as difficult. We did a dry run to evaluate it the day before we moved in and after a couple of days it was easy peasy. I highly recommend backing into the driveway then backing up the street then turning around. it feels weird the first time you do it but then you get used to it. Laura was a great host as well and very accommodating.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

E. B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet house, great host
This was a great house for us to stay in while visiting family in the area. The view is beautiful, and its very peaceful. The space was very clean, and the host was wonderful about our fragrance sensitivities. The kitchen is fully functional for cooking our own meals or storing and reheating leftovers. There's a small yard for the dog to run around in, but the neighborhood is also nice for walking. The only things to be mindful of are that this is a very hilly area, so the driveway takes a little practice turning into from the road (but the host provides great directions!), and the stairs in the house are very steep -as shown in the pictures. Laura was a wonderful host for our stay and we will be happy to stay here again for future visits!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Stephanie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
A house with character
The house has nice amenities, and the gas fire place proved to be needed since the house would get chilly at times. Appreciated how close it was to the dog park and Pittsburgh (everything was 15 mins drive or under). As others mentioned, the stairs are a bit wonky (narrow/slanted), but it's an old house so that's what you get. My husband and I appreciated spending a quiet Christmas weekend here.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Country feel near town
Cute cottage. You get the feel of being in the country but have access to everything in the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Carnegie Cozy Cottage
We really loved our stay at this property. The location was perfect, secluded but still close enough tontown to get out and do things (we went to the Strip and a Pens game). We got to see lots of birds and squirrels that came to the back porch to eat seeds, and even had 3 deer just come and lay down in the yard. I was able to prepare a meal there with ease, as everything i needed was there. My dog really enjoyed the dog toys that were out for him also. He also liked tunning thru the keaves on the hillside and meeting the 2 neighbor dogs. Overall, this is very much a cozy cottage and would highly recommend this property. 10/10😁
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming Cottage
Spent several days while visiting family in the area over Thanksgiving holiday. Very comfortable, well-equipped and nicely furnished cottage in a quiet neighborhood on a hill overlooking Carnegie, PA. Nice outdoor space but a little chilly to enjoy it. Very pet friendly!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

aletia t.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cutest Cottage in Carnegie!
Love the Carnegie area because it’s so easy to get to the city, and this cottage in its woodsy setting makes it feel like you’re secluded but you’re so close to everything, including Carnegie’s downtown. Love that they allow you to have pets stay too. Deck on back is super cute and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
Quaint, cozy, comfortable cabin nestled in the woods with all of the amenities and more. We had a beautiful buck visit and he rested by the side wall for quite a while. I wish I could attach his picture - truly amazing for any animal lovers. Close by many of the things we wanted to do in the Pittsburgh area. We had a wonderful time and look forward to visiting again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023