★Spacious Rural Retreat With a Purpose ★
State College, PA
- 9 People
- 4 Bedrooms
- 5 Bathrooms
- 3.54 miles Driving distance to event
The ACRES Project (Adults Creating Residential & Employment Solutions) welcomes you to our Happy Valley home, where every stay makes a BIG difference in the lives of those with autism!
Located just 3 miles from Beaver Stadium and 2 miles from University Park Airport, our quiet two-story home is close to the action, but a world away. A spacious kitchen, family room, and large deck are perfect for entertaining large groups, while the outdoors features a large yard with patio furniture and relaxing rural views. The newly-renovated Bernel Road Park is just across the street and features tennis courts, disc golf, walking and jogging trails, and a great play area for the little ones. In the bathrooms, enjoy unique handcrafted soaps made by adults on the autism spectrum -- and maybe purchase a few to take home.
The ACRES Project is an innovative (501c3) nonprofit with a mission to foster independence, self-advocacy, and work/life skills for adults with autism; a particularly vulnerable population for which few programs exist. Your rental fee directly supports our mission and gives our participants the opportunity to practice vital life skills by preparing the home for your stay.
We can’t wait to welcome you to Happy Valley!
Rooms
Room #1
Bed(s): queen
Room #2
Bed(s): double
Room #3
Bed(s): queen
Room #4
Bed(s): day bed 2 singles plus an air mattress
Amenities
General
- Hair Dryer
- Washer
- Ironing Board
- Towels Included
- Linens Included
- Air Conditioning
- Toiletries Included
- Dryer
Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Coffee Maker
- Kitchenette
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Utensils
- Oven
- Refrigerator
Entertainment
- HDTV
- Wi-Fi
- Home Theater System
- DVD Player
- Flat Panel TV
- Video Game System
- Cable/Satellite
- Big Screen TV
Outside
- Fire Pit
- Yard
- Grill (Charcoal)
- Deck
- Grill (Gas)
- Pool
- Patio
- Hot Tub
Parking
- Driveway
- Street
- Garage
- 8 spots available
Other
- Homeowner smokes: No
- Homeowner has pets: No
- Smoking permitted: No
- Pets permitted: No
Other Amenities/Notes
We have a 2 acre yard with patio furniture and relaxing rural views. The newly-renovated Bernel Road Park is just across the street and features tennis courts, disc golf, walking and jogging trails, and a great play area for the little ones. Extremely quiet and serene area, just minutes from the gameday action!
Reviews (5)
Acres Home in State College is truly something special. From the moment we arrived, we felt welcomed and at ease. The home is spacious, peaceful, and thoughtfully designed—every room carries a sense of warmth and quiet comfort. It’s the kind of place where you can slow down, breathe, and truly enjoy your time. The setting is perfect—private and relaxing, yet close to everything you need in State College. Whether you’re in town for a game, a family visit, or just looking to recharge, Acres Home gives you the best of both worlds: the calm of the countryside with the convenience of being just minutes from town and campus. What really sets this place apart is the heart behind it. The hosts are genuine, generous, and incredibly easy to communicate with. They made sure everything was ready for us and went above and beyond with thoughtful touches that made our stay effortless and enjoyable. You can tell they care deeply—not just about the home, but about the people who stay there. We left feeling grateful—not just for a wonderful stay, but for the experience of being in a place that has purpose and soul. If you’re searching for more than just a rental, Acres Home in State College is exactly where you want to be. Highly recommended—we would absolutely stay again.
October 14, 2025 Mark as inappropriate
We have a wonderful stay! The house was clean, spacious and very comfortable for our group! The gifts were a nice tough & appreciated by all! One issue that was addressed quickly & easily!
September 30, 2024 Mark as inappropriate
House was great - clean, decent location, plenty of space and beds/baths. Highly recommend!
May 22, 2024 Mark as inappropriate
Roomy, close to Stadium. Excellent host.
April 05, 2022 Mark as inappropriate
Clean, spacious, great host
November 02, 2018 Mark as inappropriate