The Highlands stay.With a stay at this The Highlands cottage, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania and 2 miles (3 km) of Pennsylvania State University. What-A-Blast Extreme Laser Tag and Palmer Museum of Art are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Pennsylvania State University - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
The Arboretum at Penn State - 5 min drive - 1.8 km
Pegula Ice Arena - 6 min drive - 2.1 km
Bryce Jordan Center - 6 min drive - 2.5 km
Getting around
State College, PA (SCE-University Park) - 16 min drive
Restaurants
Federal Taphouse - 7 min walk
Elixr - 8 min walk
Vibe Coffee Co - 7 min walk
Panera Bread - 8 min walk
Wings Over Happy Valley - 4 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Downtown State College! Carriage House at Woodruff Highlands House
Enjoy your stay in this newly renovated private carriage house in the heart of The Highlands Historic District and Downtown State College. Park your car for free and walk (or bike) to Penn State Campus (Beaver Stadium, BJC, Pegula & Rec Hall) and downtown restaurants, bars and shopping. Open concept floor plan with 2 king beds, wet bar with full size refrigerator and freezer, living space with sectional and dining area.
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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)
General
Unit size: 900 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
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 and gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
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
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.
Reviews
Downtown State College! Carriage House at Woodruff Highlands House Reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
lisa l., monroe, nj
Aug 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
It was perfect! The minute we walked through the door we felt at home. I have never stayed in a carriage house so I was unsure what the experience would be like. Jen and Mike were the perfect hosts. Plus it is in the perfect location from campus and downtown. We will absolutely return!