A RUSTIC HIDEAWAY ALONG COGSDELL BROOK….This private cabin and natural stream are situated in rural Norwich Township in southeastern McKean County, Pennsylvania. The small brook flows through the heavily forested, mountainous terrain of the Allegheny Mountains near Betula and Crosby. While the property is just outside Smethport it is within walking distance to State Game Lands, fishing along Potato Creek, and various regional ATV/snowmobile trails. The gravity fed spring provides natural water to the camp’s core amenities, feeding the kitchen, bathroom and heating system. Nestled deep in the forest, this rustic 1948 camp offers a quiet woodland escape. Step onto the covered front porch to take in the peaceful tree views and the sound of the brook. When ready head inside to a sprawling great room and open kitchen. A ruggedly beautiful stone fireplace anchors the space, blending timeless vintage charm with natural warmth. A large dining table will comfortably seat larger groups of family and friends. The surrounding township encompasses approximately 94.7 square miles. The region is predominantly used for private and public outdoor recreation. The broader municipality provides excellent access points for hunting, hiking, canoeing, and kayaking. The Potato Creek Trail System in and around Smethport, Pennsylvania, is a non-motorized network of multi-use paths administered by the Potato Creek Trail Association that connects local parks, historic sites, and regional forest corridors. After a full day of outdoor adventures, wind down in the spacious second-floor sleeping loft, a cozy retreat offering flexible sleeping arrangements for eight beds. THE ULTIMATE BROOKSIDE BASECAMP: Rustic Charm, Endless Recreation, and Spacious Comfort!
Pending
$69,000
164 Bailey Ave, Smethport, PA 16749
1beds
1Acres
Unimproved Land
Built in 1948
1 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$70/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Private cabinNatural streamQuiet woodland escape
- 20 days
- 2,033
- 95
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kimball H. Nelson 814-887-7772,
Howard Hanna Professionals - Smethport 814-887-7772
Source: NYSAMLSs,MLS#: R1712518
Originating MLS: Rochester
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Appliances
- Included: Electric Oven, Electric Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Loft
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Other, See Remarks, Varies, Vinyl
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 984
- Total interior livable area: 984 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Patio & porch: Covered, Porch
- Exterior features: Dirt Driveway
Lot
- Size: 1 Acres
- Dimensions: 332 x 285
- Features: Adjacent To Public Land, Irregular Lot, Other, Rural Lot, See Remarks, Wooded, Gentle Sloping, Stream/Creek, Spring
- Topography: Other,Sloping,SeeRemarks
- Residential vegetation: Partially Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding, Outhouse, Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 2701216000
- Zoning description: Other - See Remarks
- Special conditions: Estate
- Wooded area: 0
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Spring
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Trails/Paths
Location
- Region: Smethport
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $70/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $19,490
- Annual tax amount: $686
- Date on market: 9/5/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 20 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 9/25/2026 | Pending sale | $69,000$70/sqft |
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| 9/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $69,000-1.4%$70/sqft |
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| 1/31/2025 | Sold | $70,000-6.5%$71/sqft |
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| 1/28/2025 | Pending sale | $74,900$76/sqft |
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| 1/6/2025 | Contingent | $74,900$76/sqft |
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| 12/4/2024 | Listed for sale | $74,900$76/sqft |
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| 11/1/2024 | Listing removed | $74,900$76/sqft |
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| 10/7/2024 | Pending sale | $74,900$76/sqft |
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| 9/18/2024 | Listed for sale | $74,900$76/sqft |
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Neighborhood: 16749
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Smethport Elementary
- Middle: Smethport Area Junior/Senior
- High: Smethport Area Junior/Senior
- District: Smethport Area
Source: NYSAMLSs. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.





