Cottage near Pittsburgh - Pet Friendly, No Pet/Cleaning Fees, Secluded & Quiet

Very cozy!!!

Great cabin could use some updating

This property was exactly as listed and such a nice getaway from the hustle and bustle side of town. We stayed so we could move a family member into her dorm room which is a 5 hour drive from home, and we were able to bring the dog which was very nice. The yard was big enough with a tie down for my big hound dog to enjoy sniffing around. The place was clean and there was plenty of space for everyone. I will be staying here any time I come to visit my cousin at the University of Pittsburgh which was about a 15-20 drive from here.

Cute little cottage on secluded road. Fit our needs for bringing in our daughter to college in Pittsburgh. Host was extremely helpful and responsive to our questions and the check-in process was very smooth.

The property was fine for what we needed, a few days away in a quiet place. It was clean, and kitchen well stocked, etc. But it was a bit more run down than we had expected. The stairs were very unlevel, and the house had a very musty/mildewy smell. It wasn't horrible but definitely took away from the experience a bit. Also, beware of the parking, it was difficult the first couple days until we figured out a good process for it, but the smaller the vehicle, the better off you will be.

Very cozy location with a secluded, scenic backyard.

Nice pet friendly place to stay.

Beautiful and secluded

Great little getaway for the weekend

Title says it all :)

This is a sweet cozy cottage hidden among the trees with beautiful flowering bushes. We came days after a severe storm blew through Pittsburgh and unfortunately power outages everywhere. The host Laura was extremely helpful throughout our stay. We enjoyed watching the birds on the back deck and grilling dinner together.

We came to the area for a high school water polo tournament, and this cottage worked great for us. Loved sitting on the covered deck with coffee in the morning and enjoying the view while our dogs roamed the yard. If you are looking for a modern, high-end place, this isn't for you. But if you are looking for a clean and comfortable place with thoughtful amenities and a surprisingly beautiful wooded setting, it's perfect.

We came to town to visit friends and celebrate a birthday. Amazed to see homes built on cliff edges. Did a lot of walking 'up/down hills'. Visited the Phipps, which is a must see. And loved the old architecture of several buildings in the city.

The cottage is very whimsical and cozy. The view was amazing night and day. We enjoyed the fireplace and the French pastry shoppe La Gourmandine. We would rent this place again.

Very clean, everything you need for a family stay, conveniently located. Nice outdoor spaces to enjoy quiet and lots of wildlife. Thanks so much!

The cottage was very nice and comfortable. I do agree with some of the other reviewers about the stairs to the second floor, they are a little narrow and steep but were okay for us. Driveway was a little tricky but if you back in you will be fine. The outdoor lights were a nice touch, and the back porch is nice to have your coffee in the morning and watch the birds and squirrels! Laura was a great host and had a lot of information on the area to give ideas. Thank you again Laura!!!!!

Finding it was challenging, but once we did, it was perfect for us! Great “home base” it’s about 15-20 minutes from most places you want to go. Then retreat back to your cabin. Super communication with host. It’s a clean, thoughtfully well stocked place - great fire pit. Would stay here again in a heartbeat!

Very cute house on a dead end street, tucked away on the ridge in the woods, just a few minutes from downtown Carnegie. The house is very quirky but a lovely stay that feels private and easy to access all the things you’ll want from your stay in Pittsburgh!

The property was nice and secluded. Quiet. Cozy. It wasn't the most modern and beautiful place, but the host was great, accommodating, and responsive.

Directions to the property and description were very accurate. Parking was tricky but as described. The outside area was very peaceful and enjoyable. The floors seemed sticky in the bathrooms and the refrigerator was quite dirty with half melted ice cream in the freezer. Otherwise it was clean. My only complaint would be the dog dishes and used dog toys. Having used dog dishes and used dog toys makes you worry about spreading viruses such as parvo. A very nice gesture to offer these for the guests! But something to consider. We really did enjoy staying there and would definitely consider the home in the future

The online listing doesn't do this amazing little cottage justice. It is clean, cozy, and the view is gorgeous. Its like being out in the woods....but you are not! The cottage is decorated so cute and it has all the comforts of home. The deck is so relaxing and it even has an immaculate gas grill and a firepit. Laura is an amazing host. If this were my property I would live there full time. I was so sad to leave!

My mother and I stayed in this small home for 2 nights. It was clean and comfortable, and while I didn’t mind the house and rooms at all, it was not a great fit for my mother who is 82. The staircase is very narrow and doesn’t have a railing- and she was nervous going down the street since the house is secluded by the many trees around it. In addition, the portable AC units were fine since the area is shaded, but my mother thought they were too loud and wanted them off at night. I would definitely stay there again, but with a younger family.

Quiet peaceful, and relaxing for our short stay in PA. Very accommodating for us and our fur baby!

Loved the house! The beds were comfortable and the kitchen had everything we needed. There was plenty of hot water and good water pressure. The back deck was beautiful with lots of birds and squirrels to watch. Wifi connection was strong and easy to connect to. As others have mentioned, the actual driveway down by the house is a bit tricky to get out of. Parking in the driveway on arrival is easy, whether you back in or face forward. It's getting out that's difficult. We ended up pulling in facing forward so that we could back out to leave. To do this, when first arriving at the house from Terrace Avenue, we made a slight right turn into the driveway pulling forward towards the fence. Then we backed up to reposition the car to drive straight towards the house with the car facing forward in the driveway. When leaving, we backed up straight onto Terrace Avenue, then straight forward to drive away. It was very easy doing it this way versus backing in on arrival. There is zero traffic on Terrace Avenue because it's essentially a private road with only a few houses. The only other thing to make note of are the stairs in the house. The house is older and the stairs are very narrow and steep. The bedroom and the loft/trundle bed are upstairs so the only way to go to bed is to take the stairs. The full bath and shower are downstairs which means we ended up using the stairs a lot during our stay. Overall, we had an enjoyable stay in this getaway house near Pittsburgh.

Great location and immaculate!

Seemless checkin and checkout, impeccable communication from the host, and a great house for our stay in Pittsburgh! Definitely will consider renting this place again for future visits to see my family in Pittsburgh.

The location was great for us. We felt like we were in the woods versus the city. Enjoyed our visits from the deer each day.

Had a great time (once we found it). Very private and secluded. Neighbors were very friendly. We felt at ease and safe. Our dog loved it. My only complaint I have is there is not a lot of room to let the dog loose, but I knew this in advance. Thanks for letting us stay.

Many places advertise they are dog-friendly but really just mean they allow your dogs to accompany you; the Carnegie Cottage truly welcomes your pups. Dog bowls were waiting with a little welcome treat as well as a blanket and toys for them. The patio also had a lead so they could explore the yard freely. As this is a typical Pittsburgh house ( I would know since I grew up very close to here), a senior dog may have an issue with the steepness of the steps but my 13 year old boxer did fine as long as I was in front or in back of here. An additional plus is that Carnegie Park is very close by. We walked our dogs there in the morning and discovered a dog park there- what an unexpected treat! The location is fantastic! Easy access to the highways that lead to the city as well as suburbs but the house is surrounded by a wooded area so you would never know how close you are. We would definitely stay here again!

Clean, owner is very easy to work with and makes everything as nice as possible!!

Our stay was to help our son who is moving to the area with home renovations. We didn't spend much time at the house other than coming home at the end of the day and cleaning up. It was nice that we could bring our dog, and we felt comfortable in the space with him. The weather was rainy, but the back porch looked like a great space to hang out if it had been nicer.

Very unexpected; secluded oasis in the middle of the city. Hidden gem! Peaceful camp like experience (outside) with the added bonus of sleeping in a house! Driveway is as described and should be heeded. A bit tricky but maneuverable. However, what tops all of that is Laura allowing our fur babies to be with us!! Great experience!