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Loft by the Lake / Just Steps from the Water

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Howard

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A cozy living room with a leather sofa, ottoman, and a starfish rug. There is a dining area with wooden furniture and a brick wall.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island, and a dining table with chairs.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a lamp, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.
A wooden cabinet with a lamp, a mug rack, and a coffee maker on a windowsill.
A white door with a sign reading "Loft by the Lake".

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Howard, PA
  • Place, Bald Eagle State Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Pennsylvania State University
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Place, Beaver Stadium
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Airport, State College, PA (SCE-University Park)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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About the area

Howard

In Howard .A stay at this apartment places you within half a mile (1 km) of Bald Eagle State Park and 3 miles (5 km) of Frog Pond. Hunter Run Cove and Foster J. Sayers Memorial Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Bald Eagle State Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pennsylvania State University - 28 min drive - 37.5 km
  • Bryce Jordan Center - 34 min drive - 41.0 km
  • Beaver Stadium - 34 min drive - 41.0 km
  • Pegula Ice Arena - 35 min drive - 41.3 km

Getting around

  • State College, PA (SCE-University Park) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hublersburg Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Phoenix - Sweet Treats & Savory Eats - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Brothers Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Brothers Pizza of Lamar - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪SUBWAY - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Loft by the Lake / Just Steps from the Water

The Loft by the Lake

Stay somewhere with a little character! The Loft by the Lake is a beautifully renovated 2-bedroom suite located on the second floor of a historic bank building in Howard, Pennsylvania.

As our way of saying thank you for staying with us, your stay includes 1 complimentary pizza from Brother's Pizza Howard, located on the first floor. A pizza coupon will be provided for you to use during your stay.

With Bald Eagle State Park practically in your backyard, you'll have easy access to the lake and the area's outdoor recreation. Penn State University and Lock Haven University are both within about 30 minutes, making the Loft a convenient home base for football weekends, college visits, family trips, outdoor adventures, or simply a relaxing getaway.

And if you decide to stay in, you don't even have to leave the building for dinner. Brother's Pizza is located on the first floor, making it easy to grab a meal and settle in for the evening.

Need additional space for a larger group? This Old House is located right next door and may be available to reserve along with the Loft. Contact us before booking and we'll be happy to discuss options for your group.

The Space

The Loft is spacious, bright, and full of character. All of the rooms feature high ceilings, large windows, and plenty of natural light, creating an open and comfortable atmosphere.

The entire second-floor suite is yours to enjoy, giving you plenty of room to relax, eat, sleep, or spend time together.

Guest Access

Guests have private access to the entire upstairs Loft, including both bedrooms, the living room, kitchen, bathroom, and all other areas of the suite.

Sleeping Arrangements

Please review the sleeping arrangements carefully when planning your stay:

Bedroom 1: King-size bed
Bedroom 2: Queen-size bed + Twin bed that pulls out into a King-size bed
Living room: Sofa that pulls out into a Queen-size bed

The Loft can accommodate up to 8 guests using the available sleeping arrangements.

Other Things to Note

The Loft is located on the second floor of a historic building, so guests should be comfortable using stairs.

You're also conveniently located near Bald Eagle State Park and Sayers Lake, with Penn State and Lock Haven University both within approximately 30 minutes.

Traveling with a larger group? This Old House is located right next door and may be available to reserve together with the Loft. Please inquire before booking if you'd like to reserve both properties.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights
Please do not make any used beds on the last morning of your stay. thank you
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Loft by the Lake / Just Steps from the Water to the airport?

This apartment is 19.4 mi (30-min drive) away from the State College, PA (SCE-University Park) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Loft by the Lake / Just Steps from the Water have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

Does Loft by the Lake / Just Steps from the Water offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Loft by the Lake / Just Steps from the Water?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at Loft by the Lake / Just Steps from the Water?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Loft by the Lake / Just Steps from the Water?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Loft by the Lake / Just Steps from the Water have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does Loft by the Lake / Just Steps from the Water have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Loft by the Lake / Just Steps from the Water to downtown Howard?

This apartment is 0.1 mi away from Howard.

Loft by the Lake / Just Steps from the Water Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful stay at Loft by the Lake. Yancy, our host, made everything easy and comfortable for us. The apartment is very well appointed and inviting.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place

One of the best VRBO places we have ever stayed. Spacious, clean, everything you could ever imagine they supply, and its in a quiet neighborhood. We loved visiting downtown Bellefonte.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great host!

The host was great with communication and ensuring a great stay. The apartment space is pretty open and there were lots of extra bedding, it had everything we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Apartment was perfect for our stay. Spacious- clean-easy check in & out. Host owns the pizza restaurant under the apartment and the food was delicious! Easy drive to PSU🐾
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Enjoyable Stay

Over all it was enjoyable stay. Pros: Close to Bald Eagle State Park. I enjoyed having coffee in the porch area. Clean. Cons: Shower did not get hot enough.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome place!

This is a really nice place. We could walk for food. We spent a lot of our time at the lake. The owner was very nice and accessible. You would not be disappointed if you stayed here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice getaway

Very nice neat & clean and very welcoming. Enjoyed it very much
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay

This property was in a quaint location above a pizza restaurant in an old bank. The property was spacious with high ceilings. It was wonderfully appointed with a generous supply of toiletries, phone chargers, throw blankets, ceiling fans and air conditioning units with remotes in each bedroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice option for game day

We were looking for a place close to State College for a quick overnight stay. We were pleasantly surprised! The decor was updated with some antique charm. The coffee bar in the sun room was great for our friends to gather in the morning. Our stay was quick but would recommend it!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication

Place was awesome

We loved everything, the only 2 complaints we had was spiders were a big problem, and the listing said there was a hot tub which was a big selling point for me and it turned out there wasn’t. Other than that everything was great !
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Clean, as advertised

Not too far from Penn State, clean, large living area, as described - not really a three bedroom but it was described adequately in the listing. Plenty of space
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Worked out Great

We were happy with our stay. We were looking for an affordable place to stay for a Penn State game and this property is a great fit. Pay attention to a couple of details: The apartment is located above a pizza shop in an old bank building (presented no issues), there is 1 bathroom, with 6 people this required some management, but was still workable and finally there is a significant security deposit so be prepared for that and it was refunded after 2 weeks (so also be prepared for having some money tied up for a while). All said, I still give this property 5 stars and would stay there again. It is 30 minutes from the PSU campus so pack up and plan your trip(s) into town.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Easter Weekend

We stayed here to spend the Easter weekend with two of our sons who attend Penn State. The apartment has TONS of room - two bedrooms, a large living room and kitchen, plus a bonus coffee nook with separate sitting area. The kitchen was well equipped with cookware and utensils to cook for a family. Parking was incredibly convenient, right by the door to go up the stairs to the apartment. Security was good, with two locked doors between the parking lot and apartment. The lake was just a short walk away. The town of Howard is short on amenities, so plan to drive over to nearby Bellefonte or Mill Hall for the larger stores. One nice bonus is the owner's pizza place on the ground floor of the building. The pizza and calzones were excellent, and SO convenient. We really enjoyed our Easter weekend at Loft by the Lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025