The Propless Retreat

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10.0Outstanding
(23 Ratings)
"Restful and relaxing. Good atmosphere for both conversation and quiet meditation. "
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10.0 / 10.0
Outstanding(23 Ratings)

House in Allegheny River, PA

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

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About this house rental

Welcome to The Propless Retreat!!!





Highlights: Riverfront 2 Bedroom/1 Bath cottage. Large deck and a fire pit below and large front lawn. Steps from kayaking, swimming, and fishing. 1.5 miles to the Allegheny River Trail (Rails to Trails) Trailhead, Mineral Springs Park, grocery store, public boat launch, Emlenton Brew Haus, Little It Deli, & Otto's Tavern. 2.5 mi to Foxburg Pizza, Foxburg Winery, Allegheny Grille, Divani Chocolate, Foxburg Country Club



Welcome to The Propless Retreat — a cozy, boho riverfront hideaway on the Allegheny River, hosted by Matt & Meghan Dreher (Dreher Real Estate). Check out our socials to find up to date reels/videos/photos of our listings!



Big windows, dreamy water views, a relaxing deck, and all the “unplug and exhale” vibes — our guests come here to slow down, reconnect, and soak up nature.



Why you’ll love it:



- Riverfront views through windows across the entire front of the home



- 2 bedrooms / 2 queen beds, both with Smart TVs



- One bedroom features sweeping river views



- The other bedroom has a cozy electric fireplace



- Projector + screen in the living area with an attached Fire Stick for streaming



- Large deck with comfortable seating  and outdoor dining + propane grill



- Fire pit + cooking grate (yes… grilled food over the fire is encouraged)





The space



Small, stylish, and functional with a laid-back, boho feel that highlights the riverfront setting. You’ll have a comfortable place to relax after days on the water or exploring the area.





Kitchen (please read)



Our kitchen is intentionally minimalist (and perfect for simple meals), and we love encouraging guests to enjoy local restaurants — we provide local coupons when available.



Included:



- Beverage fridge (fits essentials like milk/creamer/eggs/deli items)



- Portable stovetop, microwave, toaster oven



- Keurig, ice maker, George Foreman, waffle maker



- InstantPot hot/cold blender, rice cooker



*Not included: oven, dishwasher, freezer, or full-size refrigerator.*





Bathroom



- Full bath with a walk-in shower, rainfall shower head, handheld sprayer, and an overhead heater vent.





Good to know



The listing may show Parker, PA, but the home is actually in Emlenton, PA.



“Propless” refers to the local stretch of river where prop boats aren’t navigable — ideal for kayaks, canoes, and jet boats.



If your idea of a perfect stay includes river views, fresh air, fires at night, and a cozy place to unwind… The Propless Retreat is ready for you.



*Listing address says Parker, PA but house is actually in Emlenton, PA*



We get our name “Propless” Retreat, from the inability to run a prop boat on our beautiful Allegheny River! Best suited for those on kayaks, canoes, or our personal favorites, jet boats!

*** FOR WINTER STAYS: Please be advised we highly recommend AWD or 4WD vehicles only in the winter months. The steep ascent when leaving the driveway may become troublesome with snowfall. We do our best to maintain as best as possible but in some instances Mother Nature may win. We are not responsible for any tow services that may be needed on the property.





RENTAL RULES:



RIVER RULES: Our home is close to the river so children must be accompanied outdoors at all times. We absolutely love the river, but don’t take for granted how powerful it can be. Be sure to look at rules and regulations for personal flotation devices and please abide by them.



PETS & SMOKING: We have a strict no pet/animal policy as well as no smoking inside. If an animal is deemed to be on the premise, your party will be charged a $300 fee to cover additional cleaning required. If you smoke outside, please dispose of all butts. If found on premise after check-out, an additional fee will incur. Vaping is permitted but only outdoors. Signs of smoking indoors will also incur an additional fee. If the use of an ozone machine is required to rid the property of smoke (even if it comes inside with you via your clothes, etc.), guest will be subject to an additional $300 fee for cleaning.



OUTDOOR SPACE: Wood is provided as a starter bundle, if you anticipate you may want more than this we suggest bringing your own or buying at the many local stores who offer it in the summer/fall months. Chairs are provided for your convenience, we ask that if you move them throughout your stay, that you simply return them to where you found them before you depart. The home is equipped with exterior security cameras around the premise, if any exterior cameras are tampered with in any way, guests may incur a $500 fine.



TRASH: There is a trash bin outside - Please place all BAGGED trash in these bins upon departure. No unbagged trash, please.



GRILLE: We provide a propane grill on our deck for your use. Please clean the grille after every use and leave it how you found it. Please recover when finished using. IF you finish a propane tank, we ask you to please leave it out so that we know to replace it for incoming guests.



INITIAL WALK-THRU: Please take a few minutes when you arrive to do an initial walk-thru of the home. We have an amazing housekeeper that does a wonderful job. However, rarely something might get missed. Please notify us within 2 hours of any housekeeping issues or anything that is not acceptable so that we can correct the problem immediately. Please note that by staying you are agreeing to the unit in its current condition, no refunds will be issued after check-out.



TOWELS/LINENS: We provide very nice towels and linens and, in addition, provide black makeup towels for makeup removal or anything else that may stain our white towels/linens. Please use these black makeup towels or you may be subject to fees if the towels and/or linens become damaged from stains.



AGE RESTRICTIONS: Must be at least 25 years of age to book a reservation.



PARTIES/ADDITIONAL GUESTS: Absolutely NO parties and/or gatherings outside of the allowed 4 max guests occupancy are permitted unless given prior approval. If evidence of such is brought to our attention, your reservation will be immediately cancelled and you will be subject to removal from the home with no refund.



CHECK-OUT: Our check out is promptly at 11am. If you extend your stay without permission you will be charged $50/hr post check-out time. Our cleaners come promptly after 11am and if they have to leave because the space is still occupied, we are charged an additional cleaning fee for them to come back. We ask that you load dishwasher and run it before departure. All used towels can be placed in a pile in the laundry room. Linens can be left on the bed. Most importantly, this is our home, and we hope you treat it as your own, so please leave the space how you found it for our next guests!

Cancellation Fee Policy:



Please be advised that a 4% cancellation fee will be applied to any cancellations made before the official cancellation policy takes effect. This fee is non-refundable and covers credit card procession costs. Thank you for your understanding.

Amenities at The Propless Retreat

Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

10.0 / 10.0
Outstanding(23 Ratings)
10.0 / 10.0
Restful and relaxing. Good atmosphere for both conversation and quiet meditation.
10.0 / 10.0
We stayed 1 night on our way to Boston and absolutely loved this place! Really clean, beautiful setting right on the river and communication with Meghan was perfect.
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful! Attentive hosts. Very comfortable. Looking forward to doing business in the future
6.0 / 10.0
I planned for solitude. I checked ahead of time that there were no cameras on the property as I am recently widowed mom of 3 young kids and was hoping to process my grief without an audience for once. The property boasted quiet. When I arrived, I missed the driveway. They dont warn you that it is a sharp drop to the property and a scary pull out into on comming traffic. The place is clean and new, but if you know anything of construction even in passing, you will be constantly annoyed with the shortcuts they so clearly took. Nothing dangerous just unfinished shotty work with almost no caulk anywhere and black grout in the shower so that you are not sure if it is grout or mildew. Smells like mildew. When I woke up the next morning I noticed 4 undisclosed cameras and a construction crew using the power outlet on the front porch. The host wished me happy naps and reading and there was hammering and power tools being used on their adjacent property that again was less than an extention cord away fron the front door I was renting! They were also blocking the driveway. So I planned on being a crying ugly troll all week and instead, i felt i had to be presentable for the multiple stangers that could easily watch me from the deck as well as the cameras that felt most intrusive when I was crying the hardest. No reading, naps or yoga were had. On check out day the hosts stared at me from the other property as i soaked up the sun until my departure time. Yes
10.0 / 10.0
House was as described. well stocked and had everything we needed. Beautiful deck overlooking the river. Even though we had a lot of rain the view was great! Close to the bike trails. Dinner at the Allegheny Grill was delicious. I would not hesitate to suggest this home for your next stay in that area.
10.0 / 10.0
We had a great 1 night stay here that we picked for its central location midway to the Grove City Premier Outlets and the UPMC Northwest hospital. Newly created turnaround at the end of the driveway eliminates backing down the old driveway. No sulpher smell in the water. Easy access to the river for swimming. Bring an innertube or inflatable raft. Water was warm for June. Had a bald eagle fly in and perch on a tree branch just 20 feet from our deck. Meghan granted us an early arrival, and then helped us retreive a makeup case that was left behind after we checked out. Highly recommend this property and it is one of the rare one night minimum rentals available.
10.0 / 10.0
My son and i were looking for a midpoint in a curvy Pensylvania route. Parker,PA was interesting. Its a little paddle stop on the Allegheny River. The little house is just sown river of town. Maker sure to ask about kayaks and bikes ahead of time, or bring your own i guess. Sweet little cottage. Private enough for good conversation.
10.0 / 10.0
Nice spot on riverfront near Foxburg

FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at The Propless Retreat. 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 The Propless Retreat pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at The Propless Retreat?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, no pets allowed, and family friendly.


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