Rustic and all the comforts of home in the Heart of the Elk Range

Top rated by guests

9.6Outstanding

(192 Ratings)

"Had the best time! Loved the painted rocks easter egg hunt! Saw lots of elk. Note to self go at day break to maximize elk viewing! Thanks for letting us stay!"

Cortney C.

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9.6 / 10.0

Outstanding(192 Ratings)

House in Allegheny River, PA

8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

Well priced for this locationPriced under area average

About this house rental

Welcome! Camp Critter is situated along the banks of Hicks Run and provides perfect accommodation for anyone who wants to experience the PA Wilds. Whether you are a hunter, fisherman or just want a peaceful getaway, this is the place for you.

Several improvements were completed in February of 2025 including: New Living Room Furniture, a newly repainted kitchen and a newly refinished kitchen table. We also provided several new items in the kitchen as well as some new mats and area rugs to freshen things up. More improvements to come as the year progresses.

The Cabin features a fully equipped kitchen, spacious living area and room to sleep 8. There are two large decks, front and back for relaxing, listening to waters of Hicks run or watching the Elk and Deer that frequently visit the yard. A gas grill is available with propane provided. The yard is roughly 2 acres and provides plenty of space for the kids to run around.

Camp Critter is a 20 minute drive from the Benezette Visitors Center and walking distance from the Hicks Run Viewing Area. The cabin sits on Hicks Run, a stocked trout stream accessible from the back yard. If hunting or hiking is your intent, the cabin is just minutes away from State Gamelands and the Elk State Forest.

Please Note: The owners DO NOT provide Linens or bath towels at Camp Critter. This is due to having no laundry services available.

Amenities at Rustic and all the comforts of home in the Heart of the Elk Range

Non-smoking

Pets allowed

Family friendly

Map of Allegheny River, PA

Nearby attractions

Allegheny National Forest

43.4 mi

Winslow Hill Elk Viewing Area

6 mi

Dents Run Elk Viewing Area

4.8 mi

Double Diamond Deer Ranch

47.1 mi

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Top rated by guests

9.6Outstanding

(192 Ratings)

"Had the best time! Loved the painted rocks easter egg hunt! Saw lots of elk. Note to self go at day break to maximize elk viewing! Thanks for letting us stay!"

Cortney C.

Don't miss out! Price and availability may change

$$$$

9.6 / 10.0

Outstanding(192 Ratings)

House in Allegheny River, PA

8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

Well priced for this locationPriced under area average

Map of Allegheny River, PA

Nearby attractions

Allegheny National Forest

43.4 mi

Winslow Hill Elk Viewing Area

6 mi

Dents Run Elk Viewing Area

4.8 mi

Double Diamond Deer Ranch

47.1 mi

About this house rental

Amenities

Non-smoking

Pets allowed

Family friendly

Ratings and reviews

9.6 / 10.0

Outstanding(192 Ratings)

10.0 / 10.0

Had the best time! Loved the painted rocks easter egg hunt! Saw lots of elk. Note to self go at day break to maximize elk viewing! Thanks for letting us stay!

10.0 / 10.0

Awesome accommodation and a great location for visiting highlights in Elk & Cameron County. Everything we needed & wanted. Plan on coming back next time we visit. Thanks for being dog friendly.

10.0 / 10.0

Our stay at this location was wonderful, it started with the Hosts being so Great to work with. The location was so Wonderful as well. We traveled with 2 children 1 dog an 5 Adults; the surroundings around the Cabin was Great ss well, we were able to take walks, the dog Loved the creek in the back. The Cabin itself was Beautiful inside . This location was off the beaten path but close to attractions within a short drive. I would give it a 10 for Host friendliness, location, an Cabin was set up very nicely for a Family of 7 . This one is at the TOP of our list to return next year .....

6.0 / 10.0

We love the location . Love the creek so peaceful

10.0 / 10.0

Thos is a great property-one of our favorites in the area! This was our second stay at Camp Critter. Such a great location & lovely property- it's just far enough out, but not too far. Hope to visit again soon!

10.0 / 10.0

Location is perfect and the cabin is nice and cozy!

10.0 / 10.0

We had such a great time. The kids loved the cabin especially the large yard. It was a relaxing vacation.

10.0 / 10.0

The cabin was very homey. My family was very comfortable there.

10.0 / 10.0

Relaxung and fun stay. Seen elk right down the road.

10.0 / 10.0

Awesome place. Great location. Everything you need for a getaway.

10.0 / 10.0

Camp Critter is a great place to stay. We've stayed here 4 years now, maybe 5. It is a great location and fishing in the area is excellent. Highly recommended!

10.0 / 10.0

I can’t express how awesome the owners of this property are and

10.0 / 10.0

Very nice area cabin is good will return.

10.0 / 10.0

We had an amazing stay. The cabin was beautiful as well as the surrounding area. Me and the family cannot wait to return in the summertime so we can take full advantage of the sightseeing. My only complaint is that the house was full of ladybugs so we were up majority of the first night cleaning.

8.0 / 10.0

Had a good stay. Everything was as described. The kitchen could use a few more items - there was a curious lack of spoons. Also, we brought our own sheets, but there were also not enough blankets in the house.

10.0 / 10.0

Had a wonderful stay at Camp Critter in Benezette for Christmas! The kitchen is very well equipped and the cabin is super cozy!

10.0 / 10.0

I enjoyed a nice, short stay at camp Critter. All the comforts of home. Checking in and out was a breeze. The location was great too!

10.0 / 10.0

We stayed for a weekend getaways. The cabinbis beautiful and on a spacious lot. The only down side is the water... The water has alot of iron in it, so does have a smell, wasn't a problem for us. Hoping to go back next fall.

10.0 / 10.0

It was wonderful. It was everything the property listing said it would be. Very quiet and enjoyable. Definitely will go again.

10.0 / 10.0

Perfect getaway…relaxing by the fire, enjoying the sounds of the water and lucky enough to have elk visit and put on a show!

10.0 / 10.0

We arrived a few minutes early and were able to meet the owners of the cabin. Very nice gentleman. The first morning when I went to open the door to have coffee on the porch, there was an Elk right in the front yard munching on the tree. There are also deer that visit the yard on a daily basis. The cabin was perfect. We will definitely be back.

8.0 / 10.0

We had a great time. The cabin was nice, could have been a little more clean, but everything worked perfectly there were plenty of kitchen supplies. The front porch needed the furniture wiped off. There were lots of bugs/insects but I’m assuming that’s because it is summer. The water had the strong odor but you get past it. Bring lots of bottled water because you cannot drink the well water. We would like to return in the fall sometime.

10.0 / 10.0

Very good location and accommodations, however the master bed was just a little too stiff for a comfortable sleep, but I get everyone sleep different. Other than that everything was great.

10.0 / 10.0

Stayed in cabin that is right off of section 3 not far from the Elk visitor center on the route. Was perfect for doing the route in a few days with a good base camp without all your camping gear on bike and hang out and cook on the fire with your crew at the end of long day with a cold beverage. It was excellent. Only advice, bring drinking water. Good for cleaning and safe to drink just would not recommend it for drinking.

10.0 / 10.0

We spent the weekend at Camp Critter and we all loved it! Unfortunately, it rained all weekend, but we made the best of it! The creek at the cabin wasn’t ideal for fishing, but if you travel to the end of the road there’s a great spot on the Sinnemahoning stocked trout. We explored Benezette and saw several elk. The kids liked the visitors center along with the little shops through town. The cabin was perfect for relaxing on the covered porch listening to the rain. It was clean upon arrival and a beautiful cabin. There are close neighbors and some neighborhood activity, but it certainly didn’t bother us at all. Everyone was friendly and welcoming. We will definitely be back in the future, when time allows, for another weekend in Benezette!

10.0 / 10.0

Spent the weekend looking for elk sheds, eating, good food, and drinking adult beverages. Very nice property. Well laid out with ample room together and relax. Will definitely come back and stay here in the future. Be sure to bring your own linens, towels and wash clothes, and bottled water to brush her teeth. The master bedroom only has one outlet. So if you wear a CPAP, be sure to bring an extension cord.

8.0 / 10.0

Nice and peaceful setting. property could use some minor work. Had to put bathroom door handle back on as it fell off, One bed upstairs is broken. Propped it up to support it. Porch steps are like ice when wet. Water stinks. Recommend bringing own water to drink and cook with. All in all would rent again. Short drive off main road, Elk tracks in yard. Property is semi clean and kitchen is pretty well stocked with anything you need. Really should clean up scrap laying around in back wooded area and old pit.

10.0 / 10.0

Seth is such an amazing host and this property is a dream to be able to experience! We will be back several more times! For sure!

10.0 / 10.0

Excellent stay, Seth is a great host. Perfect location and camp for a weekend getaway with friends.

8.0 / 10.0

Comfy cabin, like the new bed downstairs. This was our 4th stay here and for the most part it was wonderful as the other 3 times. “Fireplace” should be removed from the listing as that was always a selling point for us The smell of fuel burning outside was a new turnoff as well, along with XL piles of dog poop in the front and back by the fire pit. There should be some sort of path to the outdoor fire pit as it’s very muddy and hard not to track dirt in. We tried to make a fire outside but the pit was too wet. Other than that we had a great time watching movies with the Roku and felt at home with our 3 pups in this cozy cabin.

8.0 / 10.0

This cabin was very nice and we had a few questions before we stayed there and the owners called us back and answered them. The only thing that could be added is numbers to the end of the driveway. We arrived after dark and went way past the cabin and had to turn around about a mile down the road when we stopped seeing houses. We were very confused. Thank goodness my parents had gotten there earlier because they stood out at the end of the driveway and helped us find the cabin. I had plugged in the address to my phone and it took us way past the cabin. So there needs to be an address at the end of the driveway so people can see if they get there after dark. I’m surprised others do not have this issue when finding it. Also, when you are at the campfire, there is a steep drop off to the creek only about 50 feet from the fire pit. If you wander off to go look at the creek, someone could easily fall and hurt themselves. There should be a rope across with a sign that says ‘danger.’ Other than that, it was a very nice stay.

10.0 / 10.0

Great place!

10.0 / 10.0

Loved it this is actually my 2nd time staying there its quiet and peaceful!!

10.0 / 10.0

Beautiful area and cabin was just as described! We loved our stay! Wonderful spot for a getaway!

10.0 / 10.0

Was a great stay brought family from Germany with

10.0 / 10.0

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, only wished we could have stayed longer! Very well-kept property in great location, and had everything we needed. Owner communication was great and had all the info needed - would definitely stay at this property again!

10.0 / 10.0

Very nice cabin! Had all the amenities and is in a beautiful setting. It was a very peaceful stay!

8.0 / 10.0

It was very clean, well-kept and beautiful area. Not sure if it was mentioned in the listing, but the water is so bad. Had to buy bottled water and didn't see the message on the refrigerator until latter. Says it is filtered water, well there is no filter on the water and smells so bad you can't get it past your nose. AC didn't work, temp kept rising to 78 degrees and was more comfortable outside. It would have been better if we could have opened the windows.

10.0 / 10.0

Camp critter is a delight. Rustic with all the comforts of home. My husband, myself and our 2 dogs really enjoyed our stay. The word peaceful sums our experience. I would recommend to all for a getaway. Lastly the owners and staff are great.. my e-reader was inadvertently left behind and they got it back to me with no fuss. THANK YOU.

10.0 / 10.0

We stayed with another family- 4 adults and 4 kids. Rooms and beds suited us well. We had rain, but still enjoyed playing in the creek and hanging out on the covered porch playing games. We saw some Elk at the nearby viewing area at dawn and dusk every day! We did have something big take the trash cans off the deck and scatter them overnight one night. We brought our own wood for the campfire, but there was some there if needed. We had an overall fun, relaxing time in nature.

FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Rustic and all the comforts of home in the Heart of the Elk Range. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Rustic and all the comforts of home in the Heart of the Elk Range pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Rustic and all the comforts of home in the Heart of the Elk Range?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, pets allowed, and family friendly.

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Rustic and all the comforts of home in the Heart of the Elk Range

House in Allegheny River, PA

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About this house rental

Amenities at Rustic and all the comforts of home in the Heart of the Elk Range

Map of Allegheny River, PA

Nearby attractions

House in Allegheny River, PA

Reasons to book

Map of Allegheny River, PA

Nearby attractions

About this house rental

Amenities

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Is there a pool at this house?

Is Rustic and all the comforts of home in the Heart of the Elk Range pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Rustic and all the comforts of home in the Heart of the Elk Range?

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