Bellefonte, Pennsylvania is only around the corner from the renowned Ivy League college Penn State, with their famous football team playing often. Watch one of their games whilst you’re in town, explore Penn State itself or travel more afield. Spring Creek is nearby, with some of the best Trout in the state. There are creeks running through Bellefonte known for their amazing fishing and kayaking. Put some time aside to explore the historical town centre and the historic railroad. Check out some of the best Airbnb vacation rentals in town!
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1. Victorian apartment in Bellefonte with a balcony (from USD 55)
If you want a bit of American history on your weekend getaway, this place is perfect for you. It’s a private apartment with room for up to five guests - there’s a bedroom with a double bed, and in the living room, there’s a sofa bed and a couch, as well as an air mattress. The kitchen has all the basics you need to cook up a great, fresh meal as well as a verandah area, perfect for the evenings and looking out the local area. If you’re after a bit of luxury, there’s even a clawfoot bath in the bathroom, leading straight into the bedroom.
Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, United States
231 meters (0.2 ft) from Bellefonte Historical Railroad Society at Talleyrand ParkAccommodates: 4
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the apartment is spacious full of plants and natural light and offers a balcony overlooking the townkitchen supplies were basic--coffee coffee-maker cutlery olive oil good cups etcliving room comfortable and light filled as wellapt 2 was very well kept with some simple period specific furnishings and artworkthe apartment was just like the photos - super cuteCleanliness:
nothing fancy but it is cleanthe place was great very clean and accommodatingthe apartment was clean and furnished nicelythe apartment is neat and clean and very comfortableit was soooo cleanHost:
james was a fantastic hostthe host was responsivethe host was very friendlyowner is very responsiveand james is a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great location in a cute townthe location is terrificit's walking distance to an easy little downtownthis was such a cute place in a great locationwalking distance to breakfast spots and nice park
2. Victorian apartment with amazing view
If you want beautiful views of Bellefonte, this third-floor apartment will be perfect for you. The house is full of beautiful historic features, from the window frames to the wooden floors, you’re going to have a lot of fun exploring the apartment. They have thought carefully about their furniture choices, and it will really make you feel like you are at home. There’s also an opportunity to hire a bike or even kayaks - just speak to the hosts in advance and organise this. There’s room for up to four guests in the two bedrooms in this property.
Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, United States
350 meters (0.3 ft) from Bellefonte Historical Railroad Society at Talleyrand ParkAccommodates: 4
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don’t rent unless you like climbing 4 flights of stairs into a sparsely furnished extremely hot aptwifi was good bed was comfortablejames's apartment was perfectly cosy and had amazing views of the town3rd floor apt in century home in a neat little town with some history and a quaint downtown areathis third floor apartment is seriously cute with great views and a simple comfortable feelCleanliness:
clean spacious quiet cozythe apartment was clean and well keptjames’ place was clean cozy and convenientit is not luxury accommodation but it is clean and comfortableHost:
james is an excellent hostthe host was responsive and easy to reachjames is a great host and was responsive to all of our questionsjames has always been a responsive hostjames was a great host and we were surprised by how historic the city is with great architectureRead more reviewsLocation:
nice apartment in a great locationits simple and the location is greatgreat price for the locationgreat location in charming downtown bellefontelocation is fantastic and parking is easy
3. Great home for Penn State fans (from USD 400)
As well as the football at Penn State, Bellefonte is close to many different national parks, and this listing is a great gateway to these. This listing is for up to six guests, with two queen beds and a sofa bed, ready to welcome you. There’s private parking on the property as well as beautiful covered porches, front and back. The house is on the top of Halfmoon Hill, giving amazing views of the surrounding area. There’s also a grill if you’re lucky enough to be there in winter.
Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, United States
362 meters (0.3 ft) from Bellefonte Historical Railroad Society at Talleyrand ParkAccommodates: 6
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very clean with ample parking and clear communicationthe house was very clean and welcomingit was incredibly clean and everything was as picturedthe house is clean and bright and has everything you need to have a comfortable stayvery clean quaint home and a great location in bellefonteHost:
i could keep going this weekend was perfect thanks to our hostserik was a very thoughtful host and the space is really fantasticwe could not have asked for a better hosthe was super helpful and accommodating before during and after our stayRead more reviewsLocation:
the house is located in bellefonte a peaceful town that is only 15 minutes away from university parkdowntown bellefonte is a short walk away and fun to explorelots of antique shops and a beautiful community parkerik’s house is an easy jaunt to penn state if you need a place to stay for an event
4. Basement apartment close to PSU (from USD 250)
The hosts have recently renovated their basement, making this rental for you. There’s room for 10 guests - two double beds, two sofa beds and a single bed, as well as an air mattress. If you’re in town for a Penn State game, then you need to jump on this place. It’s also only two miles (3.2 km) from Spring Creek, with some of the finest trout in Pennsylvania ready to be caught. There’s also tea and coffee making facilities, as well as a fully stocked kitchen.
Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, United States
2.21 km (1.4 mi) from Bellefonte Historical Railroad Society at Talleyrand ParkAccommodates: 8
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phil was a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great place and closer to psu than i expectednice place with plenty of space and close to the stadiumwe had a wonderful stay at phil's place
5. Entire 2-bedroom apartment in Victorian Bellefonte (from USD 235)
If you’re in town for its famous fly fishing and kayaking, then check out this rental. There are two bedrooms in this property with room for five guests. The house is less than a mile away from the kayaking river and only a ten-minute drive if you’re here for the football. There’s also the local Bald Eagle State Park if you want to hike. The listing is completely private, with your own entrances and driveways. The town is full of speciality food shops if you’re after something delicious to cook.
Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, United States
637 meters (0.4 ft) from Bellefonte Historical Railroad Society at Talleyrand ParkSuperhost
Accommodates: 5
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diana had coffee and breakfast treats for us which was greatly appreciatedthe beds were very comfortable and she provided coffee and snacks which we greatly appreciatedair conditioning in the bedrooms and strategically placed ceiling fans downstairs kept the space mostly comfortablethe beds were very comfortable the sheets were a very nice cotton not that microfiber thank youapartment is spacious clean with many amenities to make u feel at homeCleanliness:
everything was very cleanspace was very clean and welcomingextremely clean & many nice touchesapartment was clean and comfortablethe house itself was very clean and spotlessHost:
diana is a wonderful hostdiana is an amazing hostdiana was an amazing host exceeding our expectationsdiana was extremely welcoming and very helpfula great rental host is very accommodating and thoughtfulRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is amazing highly reccomendinfant/toddler friendly placediana’s place is conveniently located in a nice quiet area of bellefontewe appreciated everything done for us by diana awesome location and housewe had a wonderful stay at diana's place
6. Townhouse near PSU and shopping mall
If you are travelling with a large group of friends, is there anywhere better than here? There’s room for nine guests over three bedrooms. The house is close to Penn State and not far from all the beautiful mountains and hikes in the surrounding area. There are three bathrooms and room for up to three cars, so you’re not going to be short of space whilst you’re here. It’s set in a quiet neighbourhood, so you don’t need to worry about a poor nights sleep.
Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, United States
2.41 km (1.5 mi) from Bellefonte Historical Railroad Society at Talleyrand ParkAccommodates: 9
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also the two bathrooms was a huge plusCleanliness:
the house was very clean and everything is newwe appreciated the clean house and all the essentialsHost:
hanjiang was a great host he answered my questions quicklyhanjiang was awesome and very helpfulwould definitely recommend this house for a penn state visit and hanjiang is a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great location in bellefonte only 15 min max from beaver stadiumhe was great at communicating and i would highly recommend his location to anyone staying the area
7. Chic Victorian mansion in the city
The hosts have taken historic New York as their inspiration for this room. From the subway tiles in the bathroom to the claw foot bath, you’ll be amazed by all the features. The hosts offer a gourmet breakfast with the rental, as well as access to the billiards (pool) room, and their expansive DVD collection. There are also tea and coffee making facilities, as well as Hershey Kisses if you’ve got a sweet tooth. The apartment is close to Penn State University if you’re in town for a visit.
451 meters (0.3 ft) from Bellefonte Historical Railroad Society at Talleyrand Park
8. Quaint Cape Cod minutes from PSU
If you want a bit of Cape Cod architecture, without all the hassle of travelling out there, this place is ideal for you. The house has a great sized kitchen, ideal for you to cook up some amazing meals, and then enjoying it on the expansive deck outside. The property is close to Penn State as well, convenient if you’re on your college road trip. There’s a large driveway, as well as a gas grill outside if you’re visiting in summer.
2.35 km (1.5 mi) from Bellefonte Historical Railroad Society at Talleyrand Park
9. bedroom home 15 minutes to PSU
This is the place for you if you’re on your American road trip. It’s got quick and easy access to two highways - i80 and i99, meaning Ohio and New York are ‘just down the road’. There are three rooms in the rental, sleeping up to six guests, as well as two bathrooms. The hosts don’t provide breakfast, but they will recommend a restaurant in town. There’s room for up to three cars on the drive, and there’s on-street parking as well. There’s also a decent sized yard as well as a patio for you to enjoy.
946 meters (0.6 ft) from Bellefonte Historical Railroad Society at Talleyrand Park
10. Basement apartment 10 minutes away from football stadium
If you’re looking to check out one of the Penn State football teams games, this place is in the perfect location for you. The hosts have converted their basement and opened it up for you. There’s one bedroom complete with a double bed, as well as an air mattress and sofa bed if you are visiting with a group of friends. You only have access to the basement, but this also includes a kitchen, living room, full bathroom and even an outdoor patio. It’s only a ten-minute drive to the Penn State stadium.
Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, United States
3.03 km (1.9 mi) from Bellefonte Historical Railroad Society at Talleyrand ParkAccommodates: 6
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very nice space full kitchen good communication with cathy great outside space plenty of parkinglovely basement apartment with all the amenitiesthe location was perfect for any psu fan looking to visit the areait was nice to have your own space bedroom kitchen bathroom and liviving roomCleanliness:
very clean and comfortableit’s clean homey and comfortablethe apt was great cleanit was clean private quirky quiet and spaciousconvenient clean wonderful stayHost:
very kind and gracious hostsgreat hosts roomy and welcoming accommodationgreat host the living space was more than we expectedeverything about our stay was perfect and our hosts were the perfect part of the stayhelpful but not intrusive welcoming warm and offered great assistanceRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was an easy 20 minute drive to state collegethe park was nice toocathy's property is located in a very nice and quiet neighborhooddon't hesitate to stay here great location close to college campus and mount nittany medical centercathy's home is a wonderful location spacious and very clean
Bellefonte, Pennsylvania
Whether you’re in town for the football, the college or the fishing and kayaking, there are more than enough options for you to chose from - from historic apartments to modern basements and everything in between; there’ll be the perfect place for you in Bellefonte.
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