320 West Whitehall

Welcome to Happy Valley!

Essential Information

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WiFi

Network Name:

SweetSuite

Password:

whitehall

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Check-In/Out

Check-in: After 3:00 PM

Check-out: Before 11:00 AM

Door Code: See Airbnb App
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Parking

Free parking in driveway

Orange cones mark parking area

Please park within cones
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Emergency

Emergency: 911

Host: Via Airbnb App

First aid: Bathroom closet
⚠️ Important: In case of emergency, call 911 first. Then notify your host via the Airbnb app. Fire extinguisher is located under the kitchen sink. The nearest hospital is Mount Nittany Medical Center (814-231-7000), located at 1800 E Park Ave, about 10 minutes away.

Household Essentials

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Trash & Recycling

Pickup Day: Wednesday morning

Location: Cans next to house by driveway

When: Place out Tuesday night

Please separate recycling
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Laundry (No washer/dryer in unit)

Nearest Laundromats:

Wash & Dri
256 W Hamilton Ave

Westside Laundry
127 N Sparks St

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Closest Bus Stop

Less than 5 minute walk

Walk down Oakhurst Lane and cut through the Hearthside parking lot

Get directions to bus stop

Quick Essentials

🛒 Groceries

Weis - Closest (Westerly Pkwy)

Wegmans - Best selection

Trader Joe's - Great prices

Giant - Good variety

Maine Bay & Berry - High-quality seafood

☕ Quick Coffee

Elixr Coffee - Downtown

Café Lemont - Cozy spot

Rothrock Coffee - Modern

🍜 Quick Eats

Irving's - Bagels & sandwiches

Cozy Thai - Thai bistro

Tasty K - Korean fried chicken

Little Szechuan - Chinese

🍺 Breweries

Voodoo Brewing - Lemont, creekside

Axemann Brewery - Bellefonte

Otto's Pub - Local favorite

Food & Drink Guide

Elixr Coffee Minimalist, high-quality espresso downtown. Perfect for coffee enthusiasts.
Café Lemont Artsy, homey atmosphere. Great for a quiet morning or afternoon work session.
Rothrock Coffee Modern, light-filled café with house-roasted beans. Excellent pastries.
Duck Donuts Made-to-order donuts with coffee. Fun breakfast spot for families.
The Waffle Shop Classic State College breakfast institution with multiple locations. Famous for their waffles and all-day breakfast. Gets busy but the line moves pretty fast.
The Naked Egg Cafe Pine Grove Mills location - Farm-fresh breakfast and brunch spot. Worth the short drive for amazing omelets.
Cozy Thai Bistro Fresh, authentic Thai cuisine. Popular for both dine-in and takeout. Try the pad thai!
Tasty K Korean fried chicken specialist. Crispy, flavorful wings and tenders with various sauce options.
The Tavern Historic Penn State institution. Upscale American dining, perfect for special occasions.
The Corner Room Classic American fare and a Penn State tradition. Great for families and groups.
Allen Street Grill Top-quality food with great wine list. Upscale dining experience.
Faccia Luna Brick oven pizza and Italian cuisine. Great pizza and seafood.
Little Szechuan Authentic Sichuan cuisine. Be prepared for spice! The hot pot is our favorite.
RE Farm Café Farm-to-table fine dining with sweeping valley views. Reservations recommended.
Antifragile Brewing Co. 324 E Calder Way - Downtown nano brewery with craft beer, kombucha, and cocktails. Cozy upstairs lounge. Home to Uncle John's Jawns cheesesteaks.
Voodoo Brewing Co. Located in Lemont with outdoor seating next to a creek. Quirky craft beers with great atmosphere and selection.
Axemann Brewery Industrial-chic brewery in Bellefonte with riverside setting. Worth the short drive.
Otto's Pub & Brewery Local institution with extensive tap list and hearty pub food.
Happy Valley Brewing Co. Barn-style brewery with live music on weekends.
Big Spring Spirits Craft cocktails and spirits in Bellefonte's historic match factory.

Things to Do

Mount Nittany Iconic hike with overlooks of Beaver Stadium and the valley. 5 miles round trip, moderate difficulty.
Musser Gap Gateway to Rothrock Forest. Multiple trail options from easy to challenging.
Shingletown Gap Beautiful streamside hiking with wooded loops and ridge climbs.
Colyer Lake Trail Easy 2.5-mile loop around a peaceful lake. Great for families.
Black Moshannon State Park Unique bog ecosystem with boardwalks. 25 minutes west, worth the drive.
The Arboretum at Penn State Free botanical gardens with beautiful walking paths and seasonal displays.
The Creamery Penn State's famous ice cream parlor. Must-try flavors include Peachy Paterno and Bittersweet Mint.
Palmer Museum of Art Penn State's art museum with free admission. Diverse collection and rotating exhibitions.
Downtown State College Walkable downtown with shops, restaurants, and street art.
Bellefonte Charming Victorian town with antique shops, breweries, and historic architecture.
Discovery Space Interactive science museum perfect for families with children.
Tussey Mountain Skiing in winter; go-karting, driving range, concerts, and festivals in summer.
Penn's Cave America's only all-water cavern tour. Also features wildlife park.
Coworking Spaces Happy Valley LaunchBox - Free community space | New Leaf Initiative - Community focused
Farmers Markets North Atherton - Saturdays, May-Nov | Downtown - Fridays, year-round

🏈 Penn State Football Game Days

Game Day Alert: Downtown and campus will be extremely busy on home game days. Plan accordingly!
Tailgating Starts early morning (some as early as 6 AM). Amazing atmosphere throughout campus.
Parking Expect special event rates ($40-60). Arrive very early or use shuttles.
Shuttles CATA game-day buses - $2.50 one-way, $7 day pass. Much easier than driving!
Restaurants Book reservations weeks in advance for game weekends. Many places have special menus.
Pro Tip Even without tickets, the downtown atmosphere during games is electric. Watch at a sports bar for the full experience!
Best Sports Bars for Games Champs Downtown (139 S Allen St) - Right in the heart of downtown
Bill Pickle's Tap Room (106 S Allen St) - Penn State classic with BBQ and craft cocktails
Primanti Bros (130 Heister St) - Famous Pittsburgh-style sandwiches with fries and slaw

📅 Recommended Itineraries

Day 1 Morning coffee at Elixr or Café Lemont, explore The Arboretum, lunch downtown, afternoon Mount Nittany hike, dinner at Cozy Thai or Tasty K
Day 2 Breakfast at Duck Donuts, visit Penn State campus, lunch at The Corner Room, explore downtown shops, dinner and drinks at Voodoo Brewing or Otto's Pub
Day 3 Morning hike at Colyer Lake, brunch at RE Farm Café, visit Bellefonte for antique shopping and Big Spring Spirits
Week 1 Establish routine with morning coffee spots, explore all major hiking trails, try different restaurants each night, visit The Arboretum and Discovery Space
Week 2 Day trip to Penn's Cave, explore Bellefonte thoroughly, attend local events or Penn State activities, try all the breweries
Week 3 Visit Black Moshannon State Park, explore Tussey Mountain activities, attend farmers markets, discover hidden gems in surrounding towns
Establish Routines Find your favorite coffee shop for work, join Happy Valley LaunchBox for coworking, weekly farmers market visits
Explore Deeply Complete all major hiking trails, try every recommended restaurant, attend Penn State sporting events and cultural activities
Become a Local Get to know shop owners downtown, find your regular spots, explore seasonal activities, join community events