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Life often moves at breakneck speed. One minute we’re waking up to a brand new week, and the next it feels like the weekend is already half gone. We all need time to relax and recharge, far from the ringing of smartphones and the buzz of traffic. That’s just what you’ll find when you escape to the tiny town of Gaines, a gateway to some of the most spectacular outdoor adventures in Pennsylvania. After a day exploring the beautiful outdoors, fall asleep in this cozy vacation home rental in Gaines, Pennsylvania.

While you might not be familiar with the tiny town of Gaines, you’ve likely heard of the natural wonders – Pine Creek Gorge and Cherry Springs State Park – that are just a short drive away.
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There are, in fact, more than half a dozen state parks, including Lyman Run State Park and Hills Creek State Park, within 20 miles of this tranquil town, making it the perfect home base for exploration.
Start your adventure at perhaps Pennsylvania’s most spectacular natural wonder – Pine Creek Gorge. You can view this majestic gorge from Leonard Harrison State Park or Colton Point State Park. Both offer scenic overlooks and hiking trails.
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Pine Creek Gorge is most commonly referred to by its nickname, the Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania.
Or if you prefer somewhere a bit quieter, make your way to Lyman Run State Park, a cozy Pennsylvania state park that’s just 595 acres. From hiking to a sandy beach, it offers something for everyone in all seasons.
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Don’t discount a visit just because it’s cold and snowy. Ice skating, snowmobiling, and sledding are all popular wintertime activities.
Just 17 miles from Gaines, Cherry Springs State Park draws both casual stargazers and professional astronomers for its clear skies.
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After a day of exploring, cozy up in your vacation home rental in Gaines, Pennsylvania. Known as Solitude, this darling cabin features one bedroom, a queen-sized bed and a futon, and sleeps up to four guests.
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Tucked along Pine Creek, the Pennsylvania cabin is perfect for winding down after a long day. Curl up in front of the gas fireplace; make a delicious meal in the kitchen, or relax around the fire pit in the yard.
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Solitude offers a full menu of amenities – wifi, cable TV, ample parking, and a washer and dryer.
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View more photos and book your stay at Solitude on its Vrbo page.
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What do think of this vacation home rental in Gaines, Pennsylvania? Would you stay here or have you stayed here? Let us know in the comments! During your stay, head over to Cherry Springs State Park, just about 17 miles from the cabin in Gaines, for a bit of stargazing. The Pennsylvania state park has some of the clearest skies on the Eastern Seaboard.

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