Laurel Mountain, PA

Set in the woods just outside Ligonier, Laurel Mountain is a quiet neighborhood in the heart of the Laurel Highlands. It started decades ago as a summer retreat on an old family farm, where Pittsburghers drove out on weekends to swim, play tennis, and catch a cool breeze. Over time, those rustic cabins became year-round homes, and the neighborhood evolved into a small borough centered around its shared green spaces.

Today, the community has fewer than a hundred houses, giving it a peaceful atmosphere with gravel lanes, mature trees, and plenty of local wildlife. Neighbors share a private pool, a community garden, and an open pavilion used for summer cookouts and casual get-togethers. It sits just a short drive from the shops and dining in Ligonier, as well as nearby hiking and skiing, offering quiet mountain living with everyday conveniences close by.