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Whispering Pines Retreat-Newly Renovated Countryside Home

Family-friendly holiday home in Bedford with a hot tub

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Nestled in the countryside, this 2-story home offers a serene escape from city life. Unwind on the front porch while watching sunsets, curl up with a book on the covered swing or gather around the fire pit to enjoy peaceful evenings.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Whispering Pines Retreat-Newly Renovated Countryside Home

Get away from it all and relax in this recently updated 2-story countryside home. Just a short drive from Historic Downtown Bedford’s shops and restaurants, you will find a scenic country road that leads you to this peaceful retreat. Whether you sit and watch the sunset from the front porch, curl up with a book on the covered swing or sit around the fire pit while listening to the Whispering Pines, you’ll love the tranquil surroundings this property has to offer. Perfect for larger groups and minutes from Bedford Springs!

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Note from host: $75per Pet/per stay fee applies.Plz add to booking

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed
Events to be approved before booking/feesmay apply

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Events to be approved before booking/feesmay apply
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Located in Bedford, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Shawnee State Park and Tenley Park, while Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art - Bedford and Fort Bedford Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Bedford Candies, or check out an event or a game at Bedford Speedway. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bedford, PA

What's nearby

  • Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art - Bedford - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Covered Bridge loop - 8 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Schellsburg / Shawnee Loop - 8 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Fort Bedford Museum - 8 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Old Bedford Village - 8 min drive - 8.0 km

Getting around

  • Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Roy Rogers - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Whispering Pines Retreat-Newly Renovated Countryside Home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Whispering Pines Retreat-Newly Renovated Countryside Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Whispering Pines Retreat-Newly Renovated Countryside Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whispering Pines Retreat-Newly Renovated Countryside Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Whispering Pines Retreat-Newly Renovated Countryside Home located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Covered Bridge loop, Bedford Candies, and Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art - Bedford. Fort Bedford Museum and National Museum of the American Coverlet are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Whispering Pines Retreat-Newly Renovated Countryside Home Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

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Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dianne K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House

We really enjoyed staying at this beautiful house! Great location for going into Bedford Springs!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim L., Nottingham, PA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Property

We were very impressed with this property - convenient to Bedford, clean, comfortable beds, and seating areas inside and out. A great place to gather as a family and be able to explore the Bedford area. Would certainly stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place.

Very clean and the owners are very organized. We enjoyed every minute of our stay. Small children will love the one bedroom we thought it was great. The location is perfect, away from town but only minutes to get there. We recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family getaway

Whispering pines had everything we needed for our stay. It made packing simple. We enjoyed our family getaway , plenty of room for 9 people.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay at Whispering Pines!

Whispering Pines has it all! It is decorated so nicely. Its homey feel made our stay so comfortable. The host was super responsive and the house is fully stocked with all the ameninities. We enjoyed the firepit and hot tub. We cant to wait to come back and we recommend Whispering Pines to all.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

We really enjoyed our stay! Such a cute house in beautiful Bedford county! We attended the fall foliage festival, as we have been for years, and decided to give this house a try. It was stocked with everything we needed, it was very clean and maintained, and we absolutely loved relaxing in the hot tub and having a fire at night. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mike

Had a wonderful time here - perfect size for a group of 8.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ginny N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a fantastic place!

This was hands down the best vacation rental I have ever stayed at. The house was beautiful, had plenty of space, and so many amenities--the hosts went above and beyond to make sure your stay was wonderful. Little touches, like providing toothbrushes if you forgot them, doggy poop bags, etc. etc. The outdoor space is so wonderful with the fire pit and hot tub. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nate D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Rental in the Bedford Area

I stayed at the Whispering Pines Retreat with a co-worker while doing some work in the Bedford area for the weekend. It was a perfect place to retreat after long nights of working and one of the few places in Bedford with a hot tub! The house was beautiful inside and out, meticulously maintained. We could not have had a better experience and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brooke C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Book Club Getaway

Our group was coming from Pittsburgh and Philadelphia, we were so excited to find Whispering Pines almost directly in the middle. The house was exactly like the pictures, and fully stocked with everything you could possibly need or want. The weather for our stay wasn't the best, but watching the rain storms come in through the sun room windows was just as good as exploring the town of Bedford. We had the best girls weekend, and will absolutely stay at Whispering Pines again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Your family will love being together here.

Lovely and comfortable home for family fun and memory making. The hosts thought of everything guests would need. The kitchen is wonderful. We also enjoyed the campfire ring and could see so many stars in the clear night skies! Beautiful countryside surroundings but also close to the town of Bedford with many quaint shops. We enjoyed touring Old Bedford Village, too.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Book Group Trip

The property is clean and comfortable. The furniture is comfortable, and the kitchen is well equipped. Our only concern was the stairway to the second floor, which was difficult to manage going into and out of the children's bedroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

keith a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice fall weekend

The home had so many thoughtful details, it contributed to a wonderful weekend shared with good friends. No more than 10 minutes to town or Bedford Springs, but still a real country feel. Nice outside amenities including firepit, adirondaks, hot tub. Great communication with owners, we would definately do again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

jennifer c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

GIRLS TRIP!

Four friends celebrating a 50th birthday...This property is amazing! It is beautifully decorated and has everything you would need for a perfect stay. One of the nicest touches was nice, simple white robes for time out at the immaculate hot tub and fire pit. Wood was provided as well! We would recommend this property! A 12 on a scale of 1-10!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Golf tournament get away

Without any hesitation, this is by far among the best properties I have rented. The owners have created a haven in the rural mountains of central PA to enjoy family and friends. There is literally something for everyone provided: reading nooks, indoor and outdoor games, tv's galore, hot tub, fire pit, and an awesome coffee bar! The owners have spared no expense in the linens and towels and the beds are comfortable. My golf buddies and I can't wait to rebook for next year's tournament!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica and Benjamin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect weekend getaway for all ages

We absolutely loved our stay at Whispering Pines Retreat and hope to return one day! This was a gift to our parents (70+) to spend time together with our five children. The home was beautiful and has more amenities than we were able to use at the time! The items provided for use were exceptional as well, it was nice not to worry to bring towels, paper plates, etc. We aren’t coffee drinkers, but I know that would have been appreciated by many. My kids are still talking about the “Wilderness” room that they were eager to retreat to after a day of exploring. The games, tv accessibility, etc. were nice as well since we had a stormy evening. I couldn’t praise this property, and the owners, more highly!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place to Connect with Friends/Family

Whispering Pines was a wonderful place to celebrate a birthday with friends and family. We were very happy with this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome family experience

This house was an awesome place to take our family vacation. Lots of room inside the house for everyone to do their own thing. The fire ring area was where we spent many hours together. We had a great time!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bethany S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay

We had a wonderful time at this rental. All of the consideration and small touches made the stay memorable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The location was very quaint & had a nice homey feel, exactly what we expected & more!!!

I would highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cory M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Place

A wonderful getaway for me and my family! We’ll definitely be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexis C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Gataway

Amazing property, they had everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

William H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place

Appears to have been remodeled recently, the kitchen is very nice! Quiet location outside of town but only a few minutes drive to get to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was immaculate; fully appointed kitchen; comfortable furniture. We appreciated your attention to details - mosquito repellent, extra blankets & pillows, a stack of firewood, brooms & sweeper and so much more - absolutely everything you would expect to find in a home!
"Herding Cats" - getting all 10 of them in one place at the same time...
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Golf Getaway #2

Whispering pines provides a beautiful place in the countryside mountains for family or friends to gather. The hosts respond to your every need. The house iis well appointed with lots to do for all ages, the beds are comfortable and the kitchen has everything you need. I hope you enjoy it as much as my golf buddies and I do!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025