Hobbit House
Description
Escape to this unique one bed, one bath hobbit hideaway at Fernstone Retreat. Nestled along the woods by a private pond, this charming oasis is like nowhere you have ever stayed before!
The Hobbit House at Fernstone is truly a one of a kind structure, not only in the Laurel Highlands, but beyond! All woodwork was handcrafted by a very talented local carpenter who builds unique structures for Ohiopyle Vacation Rental properties throughout the area. The ceiling of The Hobbit House is truly a masterpiece, with interwoven beams, designed to be self-supporting that converge in the center of the room to create a skylight, allowing guests to enjoy natural views and star-lit nights. The sink, countertops, headboard and footboard were also hand-hewn from locally sourced black walnut, repurposed from The Fernstone Retreat property in which the Hobbit House resides. The posts of the bed are incredibly unique, built from pine trees cut at root height, giving the illusion that they're rising from the floor. On the outside, you’ll appreciate the thoughtful placement among the trees, ferns, and ponds that make Fernstone so special; but when you step foot inside, that is when the magic really begins. In fact, when you aren’t exploring the grounds and taking in the natural beauty of the Laurel Highlands, you’ll be spending your time trying to figure out the craftsmanship that went into weaving the heavy oak timbers together to form the reciprocal rafter roof structure. And this is a type of construction that is rare indeed! Conveniently inherent in the design, is the opportunity for the stunning clear glass dome over the bed that allows you to gaze at the stars as you drift off to sleep. And of course, no OVR stay is complete without a well appointed bathroom, complete with tiled shower and unique custom made sink. So if you’re looking for a one of a kind stay in a one of a kind setting, The Hobbit House at Fernstone is an easy choice!
In collaboration with the business owner of Ohiopyle Vacation Rentals, the same carpenter that constructed The Hobbit House also helped bring to life Treehouse at Fernstone Retreat, Oakleaf Treehouse, and The Grand Oak Pavilion at Fernstone Retreat, contributing to an expanding and incredibly unique portfolio of properties in the Laurel Highlands area. Each of these properties sit within walking distance of a spring-fed trout pond and are less than an hour drive from Morgantown, WV and Pittsburg, PA.
Amenities
All Ohiopyle Vacation Rentals are professionally managed locally, which means you have the convenience of having 24/7 support. You can also expect the following amenities in all properties: Linens & Towels for all guests, Convenient Check-In, Free Wifi, & Pets Allowed.
Location
Hobbit House
Enhance Your Stay
Your experience is more than just your stay, that’s where our family of brands is ready to help make your Ohiopyle area vacation unforgettable. Activity and food will be ready and coordinated prior to your arrival!
Experience the unique thrill of white water rafting along the Yough River. Different class rapids and guides for all experience levels.
Rent an E-bike and enjoy great views of the Yough River, beautiful mountains and native wildlife throughout the State Park and GAP trail.
Celebrating something special? Have dinner catered and delivered to your rental property. Add a bottle of wine, chocolate covered strawberries, or cheese tray to be ready in your home when you arrive.
Enjoy mountain views while taking in the aroma of sizzling steaks on the grill. Our Farm-to-Table butcher package will be delivered to your home so you can conveniently enjoy freshness & quality while supporting local farmers.
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Policies
CHECK-IN – CHECK OUT: Standard Check-in time is 4:00 P.M. Standard check-out time is 10:00 A.M. These times are standard for all of our properties, and ensure our housekeeping and maintenance teams the proper amount of time to prepare the home for your arrival.
EARLY Check-in / Late Check-Out: Early check-in and late check-out requests will be considered by Ohiopyle Vacation Rentals on a per-case basis, and must be made at least 48 hours prior to scheduled check-in or check-out times. Early Check-In or Late Check-Out requests can be added to any reservation and are subject to a $50 fee. Early Check-In time is limited to 1-hour prior to standard check-in. Late Check-Out time is limited to 1-hour after standard check-out. We are unable to accommodate custom early check-in or late check-out times. Ohiopyle Vacation Rentals reserves the right to cancel any early check-in or late check-out requests at any time.
Unauthorized early check-in or late check-out is expressly forbidden and will result in a charge equal to or greater than the amount of one night’s rent, at the discretion of Ohiopyle Vacation Rentals.
Reservations totaling less than $2,000 and cancelled more than 30 days prior to your arrival day may receive a full refund, less a $199 cancellation fee.
Reservations totaling more than $2,000 will incur a 10% fee if cancelled more than 30 days prior to your arrival day.
All reservations cancelled less than 30 days prior to your arrival day are nonrefundable.
Once your reservation is confirmed, any cancellations, changes of dates, or switching of properties will invoke the cancellation policy.
Pets are limited to two (2) domestic, house-trained dogs per property.
The non-refundable pet fee is $50, plus tax, per pet.
Ohiopyle Vacation Rentals will not approve requests for other species of pets. All dogs should be leashed at all times when outside the property. Guests are responsible for cleaning up all pet waste, and pets are not allowed on furniture at any time. Dogs must be treated with a flea and tick repellent at least one week before arrival. Pets may not be left unattended for any undue length of time.
All Ohiopyle Vacation Rentals homes and units provide FREE onsite parking. Parking is restricted to designated parking areas. Parking on grass is prohibited.
Please be aware that homes located in downtown Ohiopyle do have limited parking availability.
Professionally laundered linens will be provided during your stay with Ohiopyle Vacation Rentals.
Sheets and towels are provided for the maximum capacity of the home. Beds will be made with linens, pillows, a blanket and bedspread.
Towels are also included (1 Bath Towel & Washcloth per person up to property occupancy limit). If your home has a pool or a hot tub, 1 beach towel will be provided per person per the occupancy limit of the home. Please do not remove towels from the property.
All properties, unless otherwise stated, have on-site laundry as a courtesy for guest use. Extra linens will not be provided, as we ask our guests to utilize the convenience of the laundry facilities.
OCCUPANCY: Guest occupancy is restricted to maximum occupancy of the home as described for the rental property at the time of booking. If you will be having more guests in the property than the occupancy limit, a charge of $20 per guest, per night will be charged to the payment information on file.
WEDDINGS/EVENTS: No wedding or special events (including but not limited to family reunions, bridal showers, baby showers, vow renewals, birthday parties, graduation parties, and similar functions) are allowed without the advance notice and approval of Ohiopyle Vacation Rentals.
SMOKING: All Ohiopyle Vacation Rentals properties are strictly non-smoking. This includes but is not limited to: tobacco products such as cigarettes, cigars, or hookah, vaporizers, medicinal cannabis, incense, herbs or essential oils. While we respect the laws of the State of Pennsylvania regarding medicinal cannabis, we please ask that patients utilize their medicine in a way that does not impact the cleanliness of the home. If we determine that smoking in a property has occurred, an additional cleaning fee of $500, plus any additional costs to clean the property will be assessed.
GRILLS: Grills are winterized and stored from the months of November through March, and are not guaranteed at any time. Charcoal and Lighter fluid are not provided.
SEASONAL WEATHER: Many homes are located on gravel or private mountainous roads. Roads are plowed of snow and maintained routinely, however inclement weather may cause emergent issues with access or parking. Please be mindful of the weather and the performance of various vehicles in inclement weather situations such as rain or snow.
OUTDOOR FIRES: Outdoor fires are permitted on property ONLY in the designated fire pit.
TOWNSHIP NOISE ORDINANCE
We are glad to have you as part of the Ohiopyle Vacation Rentals Family! This is your home away from home during your trip, and we hope you feel comfortable and welcome. Not only does our area offer amazing natural beauty and serenity to travelers, but to our local community as well. The permanent residents of our local community are a vital part of our ability to provide you with this experience and as such we ask you to respect the local township noise ordinance:
No Outdoor Noise: 9PM – 9AM
What is an example of outdoor noise?
Outdoor Music of any kind – speakers, amplifiers, live instruments (including acoustic instruments), vehicle stereo systems, etc.
Excessively Loud Indoor Music – Neighbors should not be able to hear your music from their homes.
ATV’s, WATERCRAFT, GAS POWERED VEHICLES or TOOLS – The use of ATV’s, Watercraft or any other powered vehicles on OVR Property is strictly forbidden, unless with express written permission from our management team. Any other gas powered or electrically operated tools or equipment (such as air compressors) are only to be used outside of noise ordinance hours.
For full terms and conditions, please review your rental agreement and reach out to Ohiopyle Vacation Rentals with any questions. We hope to see you soon!