Serene and Secluded Hilltop Hideaway. Hot Tub, Fire Pit

A peaceful escape close to the city. Nestled in a private wooded setting, this 4BR home is just 15 minutes from downtown Pittsburgh.

Relax on a wrap-around balcony, unwind in the hot tub, or gather for conversation around the fire pit under the trees.

With space for families, pets, and friends, plus trails just steps away, it’s a perfect blend of natural privacy and city convenience.

The inside offers a refined treehouse vibe - with warm, modern interiors surrounded by serene woodland views.

With multiple outdoor areas designed for work and relaxation, this home makes the most of its natural setting. Covered gazebos allow you to enjoy fresh air comfortably through three seasons, while the lower part of the property provides another more quiet gazebo along with access to nature trails.

This home is well-suited for two families traveling together. Each floor features 2 bedrooms, a full bathroom, a kitchen, and a living area. The dining room is upstairs.

AMENITIES

✓ Entry: Keyless smart lock with code
✓ Security: Exterior cameras on premises
✓ Communication: Always available during your stay
✓ Parking: 4 driveway spaces
✓ Bedrooms: 4-bedroom home, sleeps up to 11 (1 king, 2 queen, 1 full, 2 twin beds, 1 roll-away cot)
✓ Bathrooms: 2 full baths (downstairs with jetted tub/shower combo; upstairs with stand-up shower)
✓ Workspace: High-speed internet and one dedicated workspace
✓ Laundry: Free washer and dryer in downstairs kitchen
✓ Kitchen: Fully stocked for cooking any meal
✓ Coffee: K-Cups, ground coffee, Keurig, drip pot, and French Press
✓ Entertainment: Roku Smart TVs in the living room and outdoor area, plus Smart TVs in all bedrooms
✓ HVAC: Ductless mini-split system with individual remote-controlled units in each room
✓ Outdoor Space: Expansive private grounds with stone oven, dining area, fire pit, hot tub, and multiple seating zones

No events or parties permitted. Only registered guests are allowed on the property. Pet fees for pre-approved pets are $25 per night per pet (maximum of two), non-refundable.

Please review our House Rules and send a message prior to booking to ensure the home is a good fit for your stay.

The entire house is accessible.

I`m committed to doing whatever I can to make your stay the best it can be. I absolutely love this city and would be delighted to share with you some of my favorite restaurants, museums, parks or attractions. I respect your privacy and will communicate as little or as much as you wish.

Set on a hillside above the borough of Etna, the immediate residential neighborhood is very quiet and safe. And this house sits at the very top of that hill, offering you and your group a little extra privacy.

You`ll find the essential conveniences like gas, snacks, ice all within a mile of the house. And the main street through Etna (Butler St.) has some excellent small restaurants and places to grab a drink.

While the house is not fully ADA-compliant, it does offer first floor living for travelers with mobility issues. The first floor is accessible without any exterior stairs, and includes 2 bedrooms, a full bathroom, kitchenette, and TV room. The main living room and dining area are upstairs.

Please note that the driveway is fairly narrow with two sharp turns. It is also uphill. Any large car or SUV is able to use the driveway, but it might be a little intimidating on your first encounter. We have pictures in our guidebook. Once you get to the top, it opens up into a more inviting parking area and outdoor space.

I`m available to help make your stay the best it can be, but the level of communication is entirely up to you. It is always my pleasure to make suggestions on where to go and what to do - from museums to my favorite walkable streets.

You will also receive a guidebook three days before check-in with recommendations and instructions for the appliances in the home.

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~OUR RULES~
Thank you for reviewing the following important guidelines prior to checking in.
We appreciate you taking a moment to familiarize yourself with these policies to ensure a smooth experience for all guests.

1. Depending on which platform/site you use to book, you will receive a rental agreement/check-in form/ID verification that you are required to complete, sign, and return at least 72 hours before your arrival. The address and door code will only be provided if the form is complete. We will notify you if this is necessary.

2. If you are local and / or under the age of 25 please notify us before making your reservation.

3. We may place a small deposit hold on your credit card 2 days before your arrival to cover any accidental property damage that may occur and it will be released after your check out. This is primarily for guests without an established track record of reviews from previous hosts.

4. We would like to inform you that for direct bookings, a 4% credit card fee will be applied to any cancellations and refunds and we will follow our standard cancellation policy.

5. Guests acknowledge that they will keep their noise level to a minimum after 9:00 pm until 9:00am; please be respectful of the neighbors.

6. Absolutely no parties or events allowed

7. Guest must provide us with a valid working phone number. And guests listed on the reservation must report to us within 2 hours from the time of arrival if anything in regards to cleanliness does not meet their standards so we can help address the situation as soon as possible.

8. NO SMOKING or use of fire permitted inside the rental; guest acknowledges that no `smoking` includes marijuana and `use of fire` includes the lighting of candles, incense, or sage.
There will be a $200 charge per day of reservation if this rule is not followed.
9. There can not be any more than the registered number of guests in or on the property at any one time, violation could lead to the immediate removal of all guests without a refund.

10. This is a pet-friendly property! We’re glad if you were able to bring your pet along, but please note we have a few additional rules:
• Please note that a $25 Pet fee will be applied per pet, per night.
• Please disclose pets at the time of booking. All pets must be added to your reservation so the applicable pet fee can be applied.
• We are unable to host breeds of dogs deemed aggressive, per our insurance policy.
• No more than TWO (2) animals, no larger than 50 pounds.
• Pets are not allowed on furniture & please clean up after your pets.
• Do not leave your pet home alone unless crated (doggy doo-doo bags are provided).

11. Excessively dirty units will incur an additional cleaning fee and will be evidenced with photos.
• At departure: Please wash or place any remaining dirty dishes in the dishwasher
• Please bag up all trash and place in the outdoor containers (see house guidebook for instructions)
• Please follow all posted/guidebook rules for properties with special amenities like fire pits and hot tubs

12. For your security and protection the property is equipped with an exterior camera.

13. Guests who fail to arrive for their reservation, for any reason, will be considered no-shows. No-shows are non-refundable, and no credits, reschedules, or exceptions will be provided under any circumstances.

14. Please remember to take all of your belongings with you upon checkout. If you do leave something important behind, we will do our best to send your items back to you within a week.

15. If not following any of our rules forces us to refund or discount an upcoming or existing guest you will be liable for the costs.

16. If you were a previous/current guest and did not respect our house rules and our property, we have the right to decline your next reservation.

17. There is an extra guest fee of $25 per person per night, for every person after the 5th guest.

We require precise guest counts. To respect our cleaning staff and the next guests, you need to accurately report how many people are in your group.

This allows us to properly plan for cleaning and re-supplying after your stay. When needed, we will use exterior camera footage and Minut crowd sensors to determine how many people were in the house.

FOR MEDIUM-TERM (30+ DAYS) STAYS ONLY:

18. Guests who make reservations for over 30 days must sign our standard lease agreement and agree to a background check before check-in (it will be provided before check-in).

19. As part of our commitment to maintaining a clean and comfortable environment for all guests, we may require a midterm cleaning for reservations lasting 30 days or longer. The midterm cleaning may take place on the 15th day of your reservation. This cleaning may be mandatory and is designed to ensure the continued cleanliness and hygiene of the property.

20. The cleaning fee for the mid-stay clean may be deducted from your security deposit or through Airbnb resolutions if you booked via Airbnb.

21. Cancellation Policy for Direct Booking Long-Term Reservations (30 days or more). For reservations of 30 days or longer, a separate cancellation policy applies:
• Guests will receive a full refund if they cancel at least 30 days before the scheduled check-in date.
• After that, the first 30 days of the stay are non-refundable

Thank you for understanding. These rules help ensure that each guest is considerate of the next.

PLEASE INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING CODE-PHRASE WHEN MESSAGING TO CONFIRM YOU`VE READ THESE RULES - `family fun`