Seller Financing Available! Year-round Cabin Retreat in Rothrock State Forest Spring is arriving in the mountains, and there’s no better place to enjoy it than this charming woodland cabin at 212 Thickhead Rd. Nestled deep within the peaceful beauty of Rothrock State Forest, this fully furnished 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath getaway offers the perfect blend of comfort, nature, and adventure. Wake up to birdsong, sip your morning coffee while listening to the gentle stream flowing just behind the cabin, and watch the forest come alive with fresh greenery and wildlife. Whether you're looking for a quiet escape or a basecamp for outdoor fun, this turn-key cabin makes it easy to relax from the moment you arrive. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the location. Miles of hiking, mountain biking, hunting, and exploring begin right outside your door. Spend sunny afternoons paddling or fishing at nearby Lake Colyer, just minutes away. And when football season rolls around, you're only about 17 miles from the excitement of Beaver Stadium and everything State College has to offer. Inside, the cabin is warm and welcoming with cozy living spaces, rustic charm, and a pool table ready for friendly competition after a day outdoors. Best of all, it’s being sold fully furnished, making it a true turn-key mountain retreat. Ownership includes the cabin itself, while the land is leased through the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, providing a rare and affordable opportunity to own a private escape in the heart of the forest. Whether you're searching for a peaceful weekend getaway, a gathering place for family and friends, or your own personal basecamp for outdoor adventure, this special cabin offers a lifestyle that’s hard to find. Come experience the magic of Rothrock State Forest this spring—schedule your private showing today!
For sale
Price cut: $10K (1/5)
$157,000
212 Thickhead Mountain Rd, Centre Hall, PA 16828
3beds
1,258sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1960
0.25 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$125/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Turn-key cabinRustic charmCharming woodland cabin
- 162 days |
- 2,251 |
- 76 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 16, 2026 at 07:45am
Listed by:
William Ledford 814-599-8951,
RE/MAX Centre Realty 8142318200,
Co-Listing Agent: Charles Dawson 814-231-8200,
RE/MAX Centre Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PACE2516606
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Half Bath
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Half bath
- Level: Main
Half bath
- Level: Upper
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Cooktop, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: None
Features
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,258
- Total interior livable area: 1,258 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,258
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Parking Lot
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Other
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Creek/Stream, Mountain(s), Trees/Woods
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Creek/Stream
- Frontage type: Road Frontage
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Features: Adjoins - Public Land, Backs to Trees, Hunting Available, Mountainous, Private, Rented Lot, Stream/Creek, Mountain
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: 20005C,227,;001
- Zoning: STATE FOREST
- Zoning description: State Forest
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin/Lodge
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1960
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: No Septic System
- Water: Cistern
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: Rothrock State Forest
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Centre Hall
- Municipality: POTTER TWP
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $125/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $262
- Date on market: 10/12/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Inclusions: All: Furnishings, Appliances, Decorations, Bedding, Pool Table, Kitchen Utensils, Outdoor Furnishings, Tv, Tv Screen.
- Exclusions: Personal Items
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/5/2026 | Price change | $157,000-6%$125/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PACE2516606 Report a problem | ||
| 10/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $167,000+28.5%$133/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PACE2516606 Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: CPMLS Report a problem | ||
| 9/13/2022 | Pending sale | $130,000$103/sqft |
Source: CPMLS #27430 Report a problem | ||
| 8/26/2022 | Price change | $130,000-7.1%$103/sqft |
Source: CPMLS #27430 Report a problem | ||
| 8/11/2022 | Listed for sale | $140,000$111/sqft |
Source: CPMLS #27430 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$885/mo
Principal & interest
$752
Property taxes
$133
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 16828
Getting around
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GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Centre Hall-Potter El SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 6.4 mi
- 8/10Penns Valley Area Junior-Senior High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 12.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Penns Valley Area
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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