Old Elk Country Store Vacation Rental

09/24/2026

Nature Sad but real.

09/19/2026

Rut season in Benezette… I had a brilliant idea this morning: get up early and go see the elk before the crowds.

Apparently, everyone else had the same brilliant idea. 😂

Photo #1 was my peaceful little Saturday morning elk drive. I took one look at that line of traffic and turned around.

Plan B: The Cross on the Hill. Ahhh… quiet, beautiful, and I had the whole place to myself.

For approximately two minutes. 😂

09/06/2026

If the window is open, stop on in!

For those who visit Pennsylvania’s elk country and make a stop at the Winslow Hill Viewing Area, you probably have seen the ‘Information Shack’. Typically, open around sunrise and sunset, Game Commission staff will be on site this fall to answer your questions and point you in the right direction!

You can expect to see someone at the ‘Shack’ starting the weekend of September 11, on Friday evenings, Saturday mornings and evenings, and maybe some Sundays, too. Staffing will run through October 17.

Visiting elk country during the week instead? Tune into station 1620 AM for visitor information.

If you venture to elk country this fall, be sure to stop in and say ‘hi’. We’re glad you are in elk country.

09/05/2026

Morning mist on the creek at the Old Elk Country Store. ❤️ Coffee tastes a little better when this is the view outside. Come enjoy a peaceful Elk County getaway this fall!

08/30/2026

Great day trip!

07/19/2026

Coming to Benezette for the Trail of Dreams ATV Ride on August 1? We still have availability at the Old Elk Country Store Vacation Rental!

Stay close to the area and make a weekend of it. Send us a private message for availability, rates and booking details or book through VRBO.

07/14/2026

🏹 Coming to the Elk County Archery Challenge?

Make it a weekend getaway!

Our Old Elk Country Store Vacation Rental is still available for August 14–16. Located just minutes from the competition in Benezette, it’s the perfect place to relax after a day on the course. Enjoy the peaceful Pennsylvania Wilds, visit the elk, and make the most of your archery weekend.

📅 August 14–16
🦌 Close to the event • Private vacation home • Great location for exploring Elk Country

Message us for details or to reserve your stay before it’s booked!

06/05/2026

05/24/2026

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Save the date...Saturday, September 19th Cook Forest State Park will be hosting America's 250 Living History Cast Iron Cooking. Experience a special immersive experience at the Indian Cabin Colony by the Tom's Run fishing pond. The entire area will be transformed into a living history venue featuring state park educators from around the PA Wilds and skilled demonstrators showcasing cast iron cooking inspired by their respective parks.
Guests will step back in time as interpreters in authentic French & Indian War and late 1800s period attire bring history to life through demonstrations, storytelling, and hands-on activities. Adding to the atmosphere, local historians will perform period music throughout the event, creating an engaging and educational celebration of our region’s rich heritage.