Patrick Lodge
Escape to the quiet wilderness.
Curl up with a book, take a hike or just relax and enjoy Mother Nature.
Tucked away in Rothrock State Forest and up a private driveway past Camp Blue Diamond, Patrick Lodge is a private retreat. Featuring three bedrooms and two full baths, a family or group of friends can get together to enjoy nature and the quiet away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Nestled deep in the woods, Patrick Lodge offers you privacy and serenity.
The great room features a large, unique, stone fireplace, ceiling fans and maximum seating space. A gorgeous staircase leads up to a bedroom with a private bath. A sun porch offers space for a meal or to relax and take a nap. A newly updated kitchen and two baths make this rustic lodge an ideal retreat.
Over the years, Patrick Lodge has housed numerous personal gatherings, club retreats and academic classes; sharing the beauty of Diamond Valley with the Juniata College community and guests.
As Juniata encourages all of our students to explore the world the world they live in, we encourage you to enjoy Patrick Lodge and the area around it. There are plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy, as well as other local tourism activities and businesses.
About thirty minutes from State College, Altoona and Huntingdon, Patrick Lodge is near the exact center of Pennsylvania, about seven miles Northeast of Petersburg.
What you need
- Bed Linens, pillows and blankets - 2 Queen size beds, 2 Full size beds, 3 futons
- Toiletries
- Food
- Firewood
- Dish washing soap
- Tea towels
- Dishcloths
Provided for your use are a few dishes, pots, pans and miscellaneous utensils. We will make an effort to keep firewood supplied for your use. A wheelbarrow is available for transporting the firewood, if needed. Please use the fireplace with care. Trash bags are available in the supply closet.
Directions
Take Route 22 West to Alexandria. Turn right onto Route 305.
Take Route 305 East to the town of Petersburg.
At the main intersection in Petersburg, turn left (staying on Route 305).
Go .7 miles and turn left. There is a sign at this intersection for "Camp Blue Diamond".
Go .3 miles. After crossing a small bridge, take the left fork in the road and go 1.2 miles.
Turn right onto the paved road. There is a sign at this intersection that says "Diamond Valley - 5". Be sure to stay on the paved road and go 4.8 miles into Camp Blue Diamond.
Drive through Camp Blue Diamond. You will pass the lake and see signs directing you to the "West" and "Patrick" Lodges. Follow the dirt road past the West Lodge and you will see Patrick Lodge to your right at the end of the dirt road.
Policies
For overnight visits:
Check-in time is 2:00 p.m. Check-out time is 10:00 a.m. The keys may be picked up from the Conferences & Events Office.
Upon arrival and departure, please check for any damages and report any issues to the Conferences & Events office at 641-3606 or email events@juniata.edu.
For the safety and convenience of our guests, we ask that the following policies be observed:
- No open flames/candles are permitted, except in the fireplace and grill.
- Return furniture to original configuration, if needed.
- Do not leave garbage outside or on the porch. Please remember you are in the forest where animals forage for garbage if it is not properly secured.
FIRE ALARM:
If it rings, DO NOT assume a fire alarm to be a false alarm. Check it out. The keypad will tell you where the alarm originated. In case of an alarm, Viligant Security Inc. will call the Lodge and let the phone ring six (6) times. If you answer within the six (6) rings and tell the Viligant operator there is no emergency, Viligant will take no further action. If you do not answer within the six (6) rings, the local fire department will be summoned. When you want to silence the alarm, press the “SILENCE” button. Clear the reason the system went into alarm (smoke, dust, steam etc.) then press the “RESET” button.
When checking out:
- Remove all garbage and trash from Patrick Lodge and take trash and recyclables with you. (You may drop off trash in a College dumpster when you return to campus.)
- Sweep all rooms occupied, including the porch.
- Clean, dry and put away all dishes, pots and pans.
- Wipe down all counter tops, stove and tables.
- Clean out refrigerator; Do not leave behind any perishables, take leftovers with you.
- Clean up food spills in refrigerator.
- Clean all food from stovetop and oven.
- Fireplace – remove ashes and place in appropriate receptacle.
- Grill – remove ashes and place in appropriate receptacle.
- Lock all doors and windows.
- Reset thermostat to 58 to 60 degrees.
- During heating season – please check the gauge on the oil tank in the basement and inform the Office of Conferences & Events if the oil level is at three-eight’s or below.
Rule of thumb is “Leave it better than you found it.”
If the gate is locked upon arrival, lock it again when you leave.
Return keys to the Office of Conferences & Events, Ellis College Center.
Individuals/Groups that do not comply with the above policies will be fined.
Local Resources:
Blue Diamond Lake:
- Fishing is catch and release.
- Beach is private.
- Check at camp office for usage.
Local Stores and Restaurants:
- Valley General Store (Gulf station & mini mart) - Petersburg (8 miles)
- Petersburg Tavern and Café: Petersburg (8 miles)
- Main Street Café – Alexandria (13 miles)
We hope you enjoy your stay at Patrick Lodge.
