❄️ Forest View — A Cozy Forest-Edge Winter Retreat at Hidden Valley
Set against the snowy backdrop of Forbes State Forest at Hidden Valley Resort in the Laurel Highlands, PA, Forest View is a peaceful mountain townhome where quiet woods, fresh winter air, and cozy evenings come together. Proudly hosted by Hidden Valley Rentals, this beautifully updated 3-bedroom retreat is perfect for families, couples, friends—and pets! The home is walkable to the ski slopes (best for adults and older kids), and there’s also a free shuttle stop at the end of the road for effortless lodge access. After a day of winter fun, settle in by the warm pellet stove and enjoy the stillness of the forest just beyond your deck.
❄️ Why You’ll Love It in Winter
🐾 Pet-Friendly Convenience – Bring your furry family members along ($100 per pet)
🌲 Forest & Snow Views – Peaceful winter scenery right from the back deck
🔥 Mountain Comfort – Warm pellet stove, modern updates & natural light throughout
🎿 Resort Amenities – Skiing, snowboarding & snow tubing in winter, plus seasonal tennis, pickleball, playgrounds, bocce, basketball & fishing ponds
☕ Keurig Coffee Maker – Hot coffee made easy for snowy mornings
🎬 Entertainment-Ready – Roku TVs & WiFi for cozy movie nights
🏡 Property Features
🛏 Sleeps 6–7 Comfortably – 2 queen beds, bunk with trundle
🍳 Fully Equipped Kitchen – Stainless appliances, stone countertops & Keurig coffee maker for easy mornings
📺 2 Roku TVs & WiFi – Perfect for movie nights after skiing
🔥 Pellet Stove – A cozy centerpiece for crisp winter evenings
🌲 Private Back Deck – Snowy coffee mornings, quiet forest views & stargazing
⚠️ Several steps to the front door – May not be ideal for those with mobility concerns
🛌 Sleeping Arrangements
• Primary Bedroom – Queen bed, Roku TV, en-suite bath with walk-in shower
• Bedroom 2 – Queen bed
• Bedroom 3 – Twin bunk beds + trundle
• Bathrooms – 2.5 total (2 full upstairs, half bath on main level)
❄️ Winter Attractions & Adventures Nearby
🎿 Hidden Valley Ski Area – Skiing, snowboarding & tubing just minutes away
🎿 Seven Springs Mountain Resort – Expanded terrain, night skiing, dining & nightlife
🎿 Laurel Mountain Ski Area – Steep runs & classic local favorite
🥾 Snowshoeing & winter hiking at Ohiopyle & Laurel Hill State Park
💦 Frozen waterfall views at Cucumber Falls & Cole Run Falls
🏡 Fallingwater – Stunning year-round architectural wonder
🎢 Family favorites at Idlewild & Living Treasures (within 30 minutes)
🍷 Cozy winter tastings at local wineries & breweries
🚗 Scenic snowy drives throughout the Laurel Highlands
🚗 Location Perks
• Walkable to ski slopes (best for adults & older kids)
• Free shuttle stop at the end of the road
• 60 min from Pittsburgh | 3 hrs from DC | 5 hrs from NYC
🔎 Good to Know
• 🐕 Pet-Friendly – $100 per pet
• 🚭 No Smoking
• 🔞 Minimum Age Requirement
• 🔒 Security Deposit Authorization Required
• ✔ Long-term renters welcome
❄️ Whether you’re carving fresh powder, sipping coffee with snowy forest views, or warming up by the pellet stove, Forest View is your peaceful winter basecamp in the Laurel Highlands.
🔑 Proudly hosted by Hidden Valley Rentals – where autumn colors meet mountain comfort.
👤 Must be 25 years old to rent
💳 Security deposit authorization required – $500 (Airbnb excluded)
🚫 We cannot accommodate 24-hour arrivals. If you expect to arrive after 10 PM, please let us know ahead of time.
🎉 No parties or events
🚗 Two vehicles permitted per property (unless private driveway allows more)
🏘 This property is located in a Homeowners Association (HOA); tenants must adhere to HOA rules (found in the guest portal & property binder)
⚠️ Any fines incurred due to tenant behavior will be collected from the tenant
🚭 No smoking or vaping inside the property. Smoking marijuana is illegal in PA and is not permitted anywhere on the property (inside or outside)
🤫 Quiet hours are 10 PM – 7 AM. Please be respectful of neighbors — most properties are townhomes or condos with shared walls
🔊 Loud music or disruptive noise is not permitted at any time of day
🏊 Pool passes permitted for the number of guests the property can sleep, up to a maximum of 10 passes per property
📆 Long-term stays are plus utilities (winter only) and require a $1,000 security deposit
🐶Pets not permitted on furniture, must be cleaned up after and remain leashed when on the grounds. $100 per pet per stay for stays 14 days or less. Pricing varies for longer term stays. Max 2 pets up to 30lbs per stay.
🕜Early arrivals & late departures are offered when available, fees apply and permission must be granted.
