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The Farm Retreat

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

9 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 28465 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

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Ickesburg, PA
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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.

The Farm Retreat

The Farm Retreat- Farmhouse and barn sleep 30 combined. Volleyball, baseball, shuffleboard, outdoor kitchen and pavilion.

They say life`s better on the farm. We think you`ll agree. Elite Short Term Rentals presents The Farm Retreat, a luxury farm stay with something special for everyone in your group!

★ NOTICE! ★ ABSOLUTELY NO PARTIES ALLOWED ★A few social drinks are allowed★

★Outdoor kitchen (*Closed during winter months*)

★ Family friendly

★Pickelball Court

★Baseball field

★Volleyball net

★Breville Espresso machine and fully stocked coffee bar so you can have the perfect cup of coffee right at home.

★Farmhouse and finished barn with heat/ac

★Sleeps 20+ guests

★Gated pond

★Pool table, ping pong, foosball

★Luxury mattresses and linens for a great night`s rest

★Farmstay experience

★Large playground for little ones

★Weddings and Events Permitted with Authorization

Bring the whole family or your friend group and enjoy a getaway unlike any other.

Treat this as your own private retreat with all the amenities and features you need to be entertained for days! Guests love the baseball field, volleyball court, game room with pool table, foosball and ping pong, and much more. You won`t run out of things to do here!

With high-end finishes, furniture, and offerings, this farm is anything but rough around the edges. You`ll love the large gathering spaces, fully stocked kitchen and beautiful, expandable dining table. Start your day with a luxurious latte from the coffee bar in the kitchen and end it with your feet up around the fireplace.

Enjoy warm weather dining in the outdoor kitchen and pavilion or stay cozy inside and gather around the table with friends and family.

(Note, water is turned off in the outdoor kitchen in the colder months)

You and your group will find large, open community spaces to gather in and will still have the privacy offered by the bedrooms and sleeping spaces.

The main house features a fully equipped kitchen, ready to handle any culinary adventure you embark upon. It`s the heart of the home, where delicious meals are prepared and cherished memories are created around the dining table.

For entertainment, the barn boasts a large game room, promising hours of indoor fun and relaxation for your group.

Sports enthusiasts will find delight in the volleyball net and baseball field, perfect for friendly competitions and team bonding. The property also offers a variety of other games and activities to cater to large groups, ensuring that there`s never a dull moment.

With the capacity to sleep more than 20 people, this estate is designed for gatherings, celebrations, and retreats. Its secluded location provides the peace and privacy you desire, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the tranquility of the open field and the natural beauty that surrounds.

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS:

-BEDROOM 1: King Bed

-BEDROOM 2: King Bed

-BEDROOM 3: King Bed

-BEDROOM 4: Queen Bed

-BARN BEDROOM 1: Queen Bed; Bunk Bed

-BARN BEDROOM 2: Queen Bed; Bunk Bed

-BARN BEDROOM 3: Queen Bed; Bunk Bed

-BARN BEDROOM 4: Queen Bed; Twin Bed

-BARN BEDROOM 5: Queen Bed; Twin Bed

As an added bonus, there`s a pond where guests can swim and cool off during warm days. However, it`s important to note that swimming in the pond is at your own risk, and for safety reasons, fishing in the pond is not allowed.

Whether you`re seeking a weekend escape with friends, a family reunion, or a corporate retreat, this expansive property offers the space, amenities, and seclusion needed to make your stay memorable. Here, you can create cherished moments, relax, and truly connect with your loved ones in a setting you won`t soon forget.

NOTE: No TV, there is a great wifi connection and you are welcome to bring your own devices.

The main house features 4 bedrooms:
-Master bedroom on the main floor King-size bed.
-Bedroom 2 resides on the second floor, with a king-size bed.
-Bedroom 3, also on the second floor, offers a king-size bed.
-Bedroom 4, on the second floor as well, with a queen-size bed.

The barn features three main floor rooms, each equipped with a queen and single over single bunk bed. For those seeking a loft experience, two loft rooms await, each furnished with a queen and a full-size bed.

Linens, pillows, towels, hand soap, shampoo and conditioner are provided.

WEDDINGS Hold your wedding ceremony and reception here in the countryside, surrounded by gorgeous views and the people you love.

Our wedding fee will be added to your stay. It is

$1500 for weddings/events up to 50 people
$2,000 for weddings/events up to 75 people
$2,500 for weddings/events up to 100 people
$3,000 for weddings/events up to 150 people

The wedding fee would apply to any wedding, `micro` wedding, vow renewal ceremony, reception or post-elopement celebration.

-A 500.00 refundable security deposit will be required to be paid to Elite Experiences at the time of booking

-At least 2 porta pots are required.
- Event insurance with Elite Experiences and the property Owner listed is required.

-A reservation contract is required to be signed directly with Elite Experiences.

The wedding fee would apply to any wedding, `micro` wedding, vow renewal ceremony, reception, or post-elopement celebration.

EVENTS

All events must be approved prior to your stay. A $500 event fee will apply for gatherings with unregistered guests in attendance.

Send us a message to inquire!

Please note:

1) This property is non-smoking. If evidence of smoking is discovered, a $250 per day fee will be assessed

2) There is outdoor surveillance for the safety and security of guests and for the property.

3) Quiet hours are between 10pm and 7am, please follow the local noise ordinance and be respectful of the neighbors.

4) No Hunting on the property

5) No fireworks on the property

6) Please stay out of the wooded areas, anything on the grass is fine.

7) There is a strict NO PARTY policy. Parties or unauthorized gatherings will result in eviction without a refund.

8) Pets must be authorized and a $250 pet fee will apply per pet

9) Alcohol is not allowed.

10) Do NOT move the pool table, Its been professionally installed, and moving it can result in damage and a fee.

11) Please specify the accurate guest count and notify us. If that number is more than 16, an extra guest fee that is $20 per person per night plus service fee and taxes will apply.

12) All daytime visitors must be registered and included in the guest count

13) No visitors are allowed without permission; including visitors pets.

14) Please remember to thoroughly check all your belongings before leaving. If you forget something and want it shipped back to you, we can do that for $35.

15) No inflatable swimming pools are allowed on the grass because they can damage the grass. Slips and slides are allowed, but you can`t use soap. After using the slip and slide, it should be removed and not left in one spot on the grass for more than 8 hours.

Book your stay today!

Guests will have the entire place

No TV
-All guests must be included in the reservation count. Please message us if the number of guests increases after booking or exceeds the 16 guest max listed. There will be a $20.00 fee per night, per guest after the first 16.

-Pets are welcome for an additional fee of $250 per stay. Please contact us if you intend to bring a pet.

-No Smoking or vaping inside

-No events or parties without permission. If you have an event or party without permission or if you have more guests than what you have registered a fee will be added at the discretion of the owners.

-Quiet hours for the property are between 11 PM and 7:00 AM. Please keep the noise levels down over this time.
This vacation home features laundry facilities and an arcade/game room. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 4.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • 14.3 mi (23 km) from Little Buffalo State Park and 15 mi (24.2 km) from Juniata River
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills, an arcade/game room, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 9 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 5,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Rules

-All guests must be included in the reservation count. Please message us if the number of guests increases after booking or exceeds the 16 guest max l

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: $250.00 pet fee applies per pet per stay.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

438240

The Farm Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shawn U.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was our 2nd straight year staying here. We loved it last year and it didn’t disappoint this year either. Would recommend for any family to stay here. Plenty of room to accommodate our 30 person family. Everything you need is there besides food and drink and we came prepared this year and didn’t have to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zorana I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome property with lots of recreation to keep everyone busy. Well furnished for large groups. Amazing hosts answered all of our questions quickly and kindly.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place.Nice and clean. Love the new fire place setting!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

shlomo e.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Expirience

Nice and Clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place

Cool venue, would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anoop A., MONMOUTH JN

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent property for large groups

It is a very good clean property and very well managed. Communication with owner was very easy and clear
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Queen B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Christmas Celebration

This year for Christmas me and my family wanted to get away and spend Christmas away from home. I was happy to have found this beautiful Farm house available, it was very clean and inviting, everything we needed was there in the house, the owner kept the line of communication open from the moment I booked his home, David was very fast in responding to any questions and made it clear that he was available if we needed anything else. Me and my family wished we could’ve stayed longer because their home felt so comfortable, it was very spacious, the kids were entertained throughout our stay because the owner had so much games available for them. I would definitely recommend this home and I would love to visit again in the Summer time so we can utilize the lake. Thank you so much for being such a great host, God bless you 🙏
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023