Wooded Hunting Cabin Retreat on 25 Acres in Fort Hill, Pennsylvania — $199,900

Property Highlights

Cabin Interior & Accommodations

The cabin’s compact layout includes two bedrooms and one full bathroom, with a living room, loft, and art studio among the listed room types. The loft and existing sleeping arrangements contribute to the property’s hunting-camp character; the cabin is described as capable of sleeping approximately six to seven people.

The open kitchen has laminate countertops and includes a refrigerator, microwave, oven, and water heater. Interior flooring includes hardwood, carpet, and laminate. Electric baseboard heating and wall or window air-conditioning units are listed among the cabin’s mechanical features.

The structure has a frame construction with vinyl and wood siding and an asphalt roof. There is no basement or fireplace.

Land, Views & Outdoor Features

The approximately 25-acre parcel offers a wooded setting with trees, private views, and mountain scenery. The acreage provides room for recreational activities and time outdoors, with two elevated tower hunting stands already in place.

A deck extends the cabin’s outdoor living space. The separate storage outbuilding and additional shed or general outbuilding structures provide space for equipment and supplies associated with maintaining and enjoying a recreational property.

The property is located within the gated High Point Acres community. Prospective buyers should confirm community access arrangements, any applicable rules, and the condition of access roads during different seasons.

Utilities & Property Systems

The cabin has onsite electric service, listed as 110-amp electrical service, and an existing private on-lot sewage system. Water is supplied through a cistern-style system rather than a confirmed public water connection.

• Electricity: Onsite electric service; listed electrical service is 110 amps.
• Sewage: Existing private septic system.
• Water: Cistern-style system; capacity, condition, and water source should be confirmed.
• Heating: Electric baseboard.
• Cooling: Wall or window air-conditioning units.
• Kitchen appliances: Refrigerator, microwave, and oven.
• Hot water: Water heater included.

Buyers should verify the condition and capacity of the electrical, water, and septic systems, as well as any permits, inspection requirements, and seasonal operating considerations relevant to the intended use of the cabin.

Parking & Additional Structures

The property listing identifies a driveway and detached parking or garage facilities, with two parking spaces and two garage spaces recorded among the features. A separate storage outbuilding and additional shed or general outbuilding structures are also listed.

The separate storage building is suitable for consideration as equipment storage, subject to its actual dimensions and condition. Existing tools and hunting gear are included in the sale description.

Fort Hill & Somerset County Area Overview

Fort Hill is a rural community in Somerset County in southwestern Pennsylvania. The surrounding landscape forms part of the Laurel Highlands, a region characterized by wooded ridges, river valleys, outdoor recreation, and small communities connected by a network of state and local roads.

Somerset County had approximately 76,000 residents in the 2020 Census. Its communities include agricultural areas, residential towns, and destinations associated with outdoor recreation and regional tourism. The broader economy includes healthcare, education, manufacturing, agriculture, public services, and tourism-related businesses.

The area’s rural character makes it relevant to buyers seeking land and recreational properties, although services, shopping, and healthcare are more widely concentrated in established towns. Travel conditions and access can vary with weather, road maintenance, and the location of individual destinations.

Safety & Crime Information

Crime statistics must be interpreted according to the reporting jurisdiction, year, offense category, and completeness of agency reporting. Countywide figures do not establish the level of crime at an individual property or within the gated High Point Acres community.

Comparable, location-specific crime figures for the immediate Fort Hill and High Point Acres area were not reliably established for this listing. Buyers seeking a local assessment can review the relevant municipal and county law-enforcement reporting areas and compare recent figures using consistent offense definitions and time periods.

For a rural recreational property, practical due diligence can also include confirming gate and road-access arrangements, checking the condition of driveways and access routes, and discussing property access and emergency response procedures with the community or relevant local authorities.

Schools & Education

Somerset County is served by several public school districts. Turkeyfoot Valley Area School District serves communities in the southern part of the county and operates Turkeyfoot Valley Area Elementary School and Turkeyfoot Valley Area Junior-Senior High School in the Confluence area.

Nearby regional education resources include public elementary and secondary education, as well as career and technical education through the Somerset County Technology Center. The exact school district and school assignment for 293 Dolney Lane should be confirmed directly before relying on a particular enrollment area.

School proximity does not establish school assignment, and individual program availability, transportation, and enrollment policies should be checked for the relevant school year.

Healthcare & Hospitals

Healthcare options serving the broader Somerset County and Laurel Highlands region include hospitals, primary-care practices, outpatient clinics, pharmacies, and urgent medical services in established communities.

• UPMC Somerset: Hospital and medical services in Somerset, Pennsylvania.
• Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center: Hospital and specialty medical services in Johnstown, Pennsylvania.
• Regional clinics and pharmacies: Additional services are available in area towns, with the nearest appropriate facility depending on the service required.

These are regional healthcare options, not a confirmation of travel time or proximity from the property. Buyers should identify their preferred emergency department, check current service availability, and plan for rural travel conditions when evaluating a recreational retreat.

Somerset County Housing Market History

Historical housing-price measures provide context for the wider county market, but countywide trends should not be treated as a valuation of a specialized recreational property with substantial acreage, a small cabin, and separate outbuildings.

The following table uses the annual all-transactions house price index for Somerset County, with the index set to 100 in the year 2000. It is a relative index rather than a dollar estimate of a typical home or this property’s market value.

The index increased by approximately 41.3% between 2021 and 2025. Annual index values may be revised, and the index reflects a broad county-level housing trend rather than the sale prices of recreational cabins or acreage properties specifically. Past changes do not predict future property values.

Recreational properties can differ substantially from conventional houses because of land size, access, building condition, utilities, water and septic systems, community restrictions, and the availability of comparable sales. A property-specific valuation should consider these factors and relevant recent sales of similar recreational properties.

Transportation & Regional Access

The Fort Hill area is served by a rural road network connecting communities across southern Somerset County and the surrounding Laurel Highlands. U.S. Route 40 and Pennsylvania Route 281 are among the regional routes used to reach communities in the broader area, with connections to additional state roads for travel toward Confluence, Somerset, and neighboring counties.

Access to major shopping, healthcare, and employment centers generally involves travel by private vehicle. Public transportation options may be limited in rural locations, and a regular transit connection to the property has not been confirmed.

For this gated recreational property, buyers should verify the precise route, road ownership and maintenance responsibilities, seasonal access, gate procedures, and suitability for their intended vehicles. No specific travel times to regional destinations are asserted here.

Shopping & Everyday Services

Everyday shopping and services are concentrated in established communities throughout Somerset County and the neighboring Laurel Highlands. Depending on the direction of travel, regional towns provide access to grocery shopping, fuel, pharmacies, banks, restaurants, hardware supplies, and general retail services.

Somerset and other larger regional service centers offer a broader selection of everyday businesses than the more rural areas around Fort Hill. Buyers planning frequent visits should identify the stores and services they expect to use and confirm their operating hours and routes from the property.

Because the cabin is intended primarily as a recreational retreat, it is sensible to plan ahead for food, fuel, drinking water, supplies, and equipment needed during overnight stays.

Parks, Rivers & Outdoor Recreation

The Laurel Highlands offers an extensive network of outdoor recreation opportunities, including state parks, public lands, rivers, hiking routes, fishing areas, and mountain landscapes. The Fort Hill area is particularly relevant to buyers interested in hunting, fishing, boating, paddling, and exploring wooded terrain.

Youghiogheny River & Youghiogheny River Lake

The Youghiogheny River and Youghiogheny River Lake are regional destinations for outdoor recreation, including fishing, boating, and kayaking in appropriate locations. The property description identifies the river and lake as regional attractions, with approximate drive times that should be independently checked against the chosen route and current road conditions.

Ohiopyle State Park

Ohiopyle State Park encompasses approximately 20,500 acres along the Laurel Ridge. The park is known for the Youghiogheny River Gorge, whitewater recreation, hiking, biking, fishing, and access to the Great Allegheny Passage. Outdoor activities vary by location, season, river conditions, and applicable park rules.

Mount Davis

Mount Davis, the highest point in Pennsylvania, is a regional destination for mountain scenery and outdoor exploration. The surrounding area offers opportunities to experience the high-elevation landscapes of the Laurel Highlands.

Laurel Hill State Park

Laurel Hill State Park provides additional regional opportunities for outdoor recreation, including woodland trails, water-based activities, and seasonal visits. Specific activities and facilities vary by season.

Seven Springs Area

The wider Seven Springs area offers seasonal mountain recreation and access to the broader Laurel Highlands tourism region. Buyers should confirm the availability of individual activities and facilities for their intended visit dates.

Distances and drive times depend on the selected route, starting point, traffic, and weather. Hunting on this property or nearby public land remains subject to applicable seasons, licensing, land-access rules, and safety requirements.

Utilities & Connectivity

The cabin has onsite electricity and a private septic system, with water supplied by a cistern-style setup. These existing systems are important considerations for a rural camp and should be inspected to establish their current condition, capacity, and suitability for the intended occupancy.

Internet service options in Somerset County vary by location and may include fixed broadband, fixed wireless, cellular-based home internet, or satellite service. Availability at a rural parcel can differ significantly from coverage advertised for a nearby town.

Property-specific broadband availability, fiber access, cellular reception, public water service, natural gas availability, and trash collection have not been confirmed for 293 Dolney Lane. Buyers should verify service directly for the precise address and assess mobile reception and internet performance at the property before purchase.

Because the property is a recreational camp, prospective owners should also confirm winterization requirements, water storage and delivery arrangements, septic maintenance, electrical capacity, and the availability of emergency services and road access throughout the year.

Development & Planning

Somerset County maintains planning and development processes covering land subdivision, construction requirements, zoning-related matters in applicable jurisdictions, and regional infrastructure. These processes can be relevant to buyers considering changes to existing structures or future improvements on recreational acreage.

No specific proposed, approved, or under-construction development project has been reliably confirmed as directly affecting this parcel or the immediate High Point Acres community for this listing.

Before planning additions, new structures, land clearing, driveway changes, or changes to occupancy, buyers should verify applicable municipal and county requirements, community rules, parcel boundaries, access rights, building permits, and environmental restrictions. Recreational use, hunting, and any intended overnight occupancy should be checked against the relevant regulations and property documents.

Buyer Due Diligence

This property combines acreage, a compact cabin, separate storage, and recreational features. Before proceeding, prospective buyers may wish to review the following items:

• Confirm the boundaries and legal descriptions of all three listed parcels.
• Verify access rights, gate arrangements, private-road maintenance, and any recorded easements.
• Inspect the cabin, roof, siding, deck, heating, cooling, and electrical systems.
• Inspect the cistern-style water system and confirm water source, capacity, quality, and winterization requirements.
• Evaluate the existing septic system, permits, inspection records, and suitability for the intended occupancy.
• Confirm the condition, permitted use, and dimensions of the storage outbuilding and any additional structures.
• Verify community rules and any applicable restrictions relating to hunting, recreational vehicles, trailers, construction, and overnight use.
• Clarify which furniture, tools, appliances, and hunting equipment will remain at closing.
• Confirm that the side-by-side utility vehicle and trailer are excluded from the transaction.
• Check property tax records, insurance availability, and any applicable land-use or environmental restrictions.

Property Summary