Karthaus Vacation Rentals

"it was close to the ice rink"

"There are places one simply stays—and then there are places one is graciously welcomed into, as if into the pages of a quieter, more refined life. The Carnegie House, nestled in the serene embrace of State College, Pennsylvania, is emphatically the latter. It does not clamor for attention; it does not shout luxury. Instead, it murmurs elegance with the confidence of something long-established and deeply loved. From the moment of arrival, the experience becomes more than mere lodging. The staff, a chorus of grace and professionalism, do not perform hospitality—they embody it. Every gesture feels sincere, every kindness unhurried. One senses quickly that this is not a job for them, but a practiced art. The architecture whispers old-world charm without pretension, and the grounds are a quiet sonnet to beauty—manicured, but not sterile; curated, but not contrived. It is a place where the windows hold the light just so, and mornings arrive with gentle dignity. And then—the food. To call it a meal is to undersell the craft. Each plate is composed like a stanza, balancing boldness with restraint, decadence with discipline. The chef is clearly both artist and steward, drawing from the surrounding bounty of Pennsylvania with reverence. Every bite reveals thought, care, and an unapologetic devotion to excellence. There are stays that leave their imprint quietly, like pressed flowers in the folds of a beloved book. The Carnegie House is one."

"Very friendly and clean "

"Great stay, I plan on staying again in the future."

"Everything is good "

"It was a nice stay - I was there for 1 night only as a layover and was perfect for such stays "

"Friendly staff. Nice, clean hotel. Great breakfast. Great location."

"Beautiful location, very convenient. Employees were amazing. Absolutely will stay again! "

"We stayed here for a visit to Penn State and it was perfect and more affordable than on campus hotels. It was a 15 minute drive to the college and easy to find from the highway (right off 80). Quiet, modern, and the staff was very pleasant and welcoming. Breakfast was fine, what you’d expect for continental breakfast. "