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Step Back Into Your Childhood at The Good Ol’ Days House

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Outdoor dining
A room with a bed covered in a festive Christmas-themed bedspread, a dresser with various items, a mirror, and a small table with a clock.
Interior
Smart TV, DVD player, books, music library
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Belle Vernon, PA
  • Place, 5th Street Steps
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Youghiogheny River
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Rostraver Township Hall
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Latrobe, PA (LBE-Arnold Palmer Regional)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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About the area

Belle Vernon

A family-friendly stay in Belle Vernon awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be 6.9 km (4.3 mi) from 5th Street Steps and 9 km (5.6 mi) from Carnegie Museums. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features 2.5 bathrooms, a balcony or patio and a dining area. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a games room, a garden and barbecues. Plus you'll find laundry facilities. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Belle Vernon holiday home include Cedarbrook Golf Course and Rostraver Township Hall.
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What's nearby

  • 5th Street Steps - 7 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Youghiogheny River - 9 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Rostraver Township Hall - 9 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Cedar Creek Park - 10 min drive - 11.2 km
  • California University of Pennsylvania - 12 min drive - 13.9 km

Getting around

  • Connellsville Station - 32 min drive
  • Latrobe, PA (LBE-Arnold Palmer Regional) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Eat'n Park - ‬17 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.

Step Back Into Your Childhood at The Good Ol’ Days House

This is not your everyday vacation rental. The Good Ol’ Days House is a one-of-a-kind nostalgic experience that feels like stepping back into your childhood. From the moment you see the famous 1950s kitchen to the retro rooms and memory-filled spaces throughout the home, this stay is designed to bring back the warmth, fun, and comfort of the good ol’ days.

Lovingly restored and full of authentic vintage charm, the house is perfect for families, friends, reunions, birthdays, anniversaries, and unforgettable weekend getaways. Guests can enjoy a retro 50s kitchen, a 40s-inspired dining room, a 60s-style living room, cozy 70s bedrooms, and a classic knotty pine lower level that invites everyone to gather, laugh, and make memories together.

Outside, the porch and patio offer even more space to relax and reconnect. Convenient to local dining, shopping, and day trips around the Mon Valley and greater Pittsburgh region, The Good Ol’ Days House offers a stay unlike anything else in Western Pennsylvania.

Recently featured on KDKA’s “Cool Houses” segment on Pittsburgh Today Live, The Good Ol’ Days House continues to delight guests who are looking for more than a place to sleep — they are looking for an experience they will never forget.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • 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

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Accessible parking space
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking permitted on the front or back porch.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a river
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 30

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No vaping inside the house and no burning of candl
Pet fees must be paid in cash upon arrival.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: We are dog friendly. Sorry no cats.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking permitted on the front or back porch.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
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. Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Step Back Into Your Childhood at The Good Ol’ Days House have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is Step Back Into Your Childhood at The Good Ol’ Days House family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and an arcade, as well as children's books and travel cots, it's no surprise that Step Back Into Your Childhood at The Good Ol’ Days House is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Step Back Into Your Childhood at The Good Ol’ Days House?

No, Step Back Into Your Childhood at The Good Ol’ Days House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Step Back Into Your Childhood at The Good Ol’ Days House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at Step Back Into Your Childhood at The Good Ol’ Days House?

There is a golf course next to Step Back Into Your Childhood at The Good Ol’ Days House.

Step Back Into Your Childhood at The Good Ol’ Days House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The kitchen was small but very functional. We were able to make our Gram's traditional pizza on her old Ovenex pans. it was a lot of fun looking around at the reminders of the "Good Old Days" while we got ready for my husband's 59th.
We love the coach for the Penguins--what a turn around this year! The rental was the perfect distance from the games we went to.
My Dad came and celebrated the birthday with us. He is 84 and was perfectly comfortable. His first NHL game since the Hartford Whalers!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Great stay

We really enjoyed stepping back in time. We will be back for future visits.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Melanie is an amazing host! I love this place! So much like going back in time. It is authentic rather than gimmicky. I can’t say enough good things. We stayed when it was decorated for Christmas but I’d love to see it as normal too. All the detail was so well executed. And it smelled like my grandmas house! This house made me feel happy, secure, loved, and hugged. Book without hesitation.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

suzanne m.

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

Wonderful weekend

The house is so cute and Melanie is very sweet. The town is fun to explore and the drive to Pittsburg was very easy. Great place to stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia H.

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

Great home and neighborhood.

Fun house, with lots of very cool things to see or do. Beds were very comfortable. Hosts made us feel welcome. We would stay here again when in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill K.

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

Christmas vacation

We had the best time and enjoyed all of the vintage Christmas decorations.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gladys L.

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

What a fun place to stay!!

Our family came upon this fun place while looking for a place for our graduate. This was such a fun environment and our family enjoyed the walk down memory lane while making new memories together. Melanie is a wonderful host with all the kindest details to make you feel welcome!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

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

Stay here

So much fun!! Highly recommend and will be returning. Host was awesome and the house was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Richard P T.

A truly unique experience & trip back to the past.

It's above the ho-hum of a traditional hotel stay. Plenty of things to do and see. If you are into history or fads of the past it's the place for you. I look forward to staying there again sometime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin F.

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

Wonderful!

Like staying in a museum of times past. Very wonderful! Melanie is a great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Andy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Check-in
I was expecting a lot of vintage memorabilia, however what you dont see in the pictures is the large amount of religious items. I'm used to people having a few things of that nature but this was enough to make us a little uncomfortable, as we aren't catholic. Otherwise the place was clean and the kids had fun with the game room. Hosts were hospitable and communicated well.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara T.

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

Great hostess, and interesting Home

Wonderful hostess, and a very interesting home.. You’ll have a blast down in the basement with the games and the seating in the fullscreen TV. There are reminiscence of a different time throughout the home. Who does
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise W.

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

We had an amazing time stepping back in time. We will definitely be back!

Melanie was an amazing host and went out of her way to make our stay special. We had a small gathering for a co-ed baby shower for our family who live in the valley. Our family enjoyed the property as well! We enjoyed the pin ball machine, record player and the themed bedrooms the most!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie H.

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

Very Comfortable and Fun Home

You walk into this home and feel like you stepped into a time machine. Our group had so much fun. It was very comfortable and clean. Thank you so much for hosting us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shirley M.

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

Trip down memory lane!

We thoroughly enjoyed staying at the "Good Ole Days" house. A memory at every turn and it was so cozy and warm. A great way to spend Thanksgiving week with family. Melanie was a wonderful host and very responsive to our questions. Highly recommend staying here for an unique and memorable experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna M A.

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

Nostalgic

Cute theme. Grandsons loved the games!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Batheia S.

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

Just lovely

As soon as we walked in this home brought us back to our childhood! Melanie was not only a great host she went above and beyond. Such a nice family. When we return we know where we’ll be staying! At the “Time Machine” home.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John T.

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

Fun place to stay

The host was extremely nice. Responded quickly to any communication. The house was fun. Filled with all sorts of nostalgic things to look at and play with. The house was clean and well organized. Thanks so much for a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria V.

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

A trip down memory lane...

...and then some. My family and I had such a memorable stay. Every inch of the home was packed with the sights, sounds and smells of our childhood. The house is cozy, comfortable and immaculate. One note: there is only one ac unit but plenty of fans were provided. Melanie is a very gracious host and accessible. The location was perfect for our weekend activities but honestly the best times were spent in the house, taking it all in and hours on chatting on the porch. We will definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jeannine D.

Good Ol ' Days

Great experience!! We will stay again. Took us back in time. Many memories from the pinball machine to the pac man game. Melanie was a great hostess. Thanks!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert K.

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

Incredible Stay

This is by far the best VRBO experience ever! We celebrated my mom's 79th birthday as well as visiting my son who plays for the Cal football team. Walking around the house brought back so many memories! The communications from the owner were outstanding and in fact were typically responded in less than an hour. The house was extremely clean and the decorations left no detail behind. My son enjoyed the pinball machine and the arcade games and as a family we just enjoyed sitting in the living room talking. The beds were extremely comfortable. We will be staying here again for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

perfect!

Our stay at the Nostalgic Guest House was absolutely perfect! Melanie, and her husband Bob, were outstanding hosts and made us feel completely at home. The home was clean and inviting...and a whole lot of fun. It was a blast for our kids to get to experience so many things that we had growing up...can you say Pac Man and rotary phones?? They were our guides to and from the Steelers game and really went above and beyond to make our stay memorable. They made my husband's 40th birthday experience one he'll never forget.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

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

Awesome

We are 50 and 52. Kids are all 20 and over. Was great to play show and tell as you explored the house. We found the place by luck, but it was excellent. Melanie is a fantastic host. So easy to work with. Clear instructions. And what a welcome to the house. Thank you again for everything. We were sending pictures to friends and family and telling everyone about it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Mayberry

If you were lucky enough to grow up in the Belle Vernon area then do yourself a favor and stay at this property. It's a piece of Belle Vernon's past that is all brought together in one wonderful house that is conveniently located and within walking distance of the entire town. Enjoy the memorabilia from Kennywood, Forbes Field, the Super 71 Drive-in etc. See if you can find family members in the Belle Vernon H.S. class pictures from the fourties; I found my mother, father and two uncles! I found the property to be exactly as advertised and extremely clean. The owner went over the top in making us feel welcome and comfortable. I would recommend this property to anyone, regardless of whether you're from the area or not.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

New Years Eve

My family had the pleasure in spending New Year's Eve with our grandchildren at the Good Old Days Guest House in Belle Vernon, PA. We are from New Orleans and our grandchildren live in Connellsville, Pa. We wanted to spend some of the holidays with them. The home was a true blast from the past. The decor was so true to the 40's - 70's era, The house was decorated for Christmas complete with the genuine retro toys under the Christmas tree. We were able to truly celebrate Christmas and New year's with them. The children were so enchanted with the game room and the toys and games. We had a wonderful time and would recommend it to anyone traveling to Pennsylvannia. Melanie has put such love and care into this guest house. We hope to return there very soon.