Buffalo Bill's House
A Unique Vacation Rental & Film Location on the GAP Trail
Historic Film Location • Vacation Rental • Trailside Comfort
Welcome to Buffalo Bill’s House, famously known from The Silence of the Lambs – now a unique private vacation rental just ½ mile off the GAP Trail at Mile Marker 102 (Layton Trailhead) in Perryopolis, PA.
Perfect for trail-goers, this home offers:
Secure bike storage & hose for cleaning bikes
Washer/dryer access
Lodging for up to 8 guests
Fully equipped kitchen & outdoor grill
Fire pit & porch swing with scenic views
Complimentary coffee/tea
🛒 Grocery pickup add-on available! Send your list before arrival — everything will be stocked in the kitchen.
🍽️ Local dining recommendations are included in our in-house guidebook, plus plenty of take-out options and casual restaurants nearby.
After a day on the trail, relax on the porch swing with river and mountain views or unwind in our retro game room featuring:
🎮 85″ Q-LED Smart TV with surround sound
🎞️ Over 800 DVDs/VHS
🕹️ Classic arcade games & pool table
🍿 Complimentary popcorn
📅 Reservation Details
Required at least 24 hours in advance
Weekends book 6-8+ weeks out
Early booking is highly recommended!
Directions from GAP Trail (Mile Marker 102 – Layton Trailhead)
Exit the GAP Trail at the gravel parking lot next to the bridge at Mile Marker 102.
Turn right from the lot and head toward the stop sign.
At the stop sign, turn right again onto Layton Road, heading northwest.
Continue toward the historic Layton tunnel and bridge.
Cross the active one-lane bridge and railroad tracks — use extreme caution.
Buffalo Bill’s House is just around the bend, directly ahead on Layton Road.
🗺️ Less than a day’s ride from both Pittsburgh/Homestead and Ohiopyle/Confluence trailheads!
Check-in/Check-out
Check-in 3PM /Check-out 11AM
Self check-in: We will email you a security code within 24 hours of your stay to enter into the keypad.
Buffalo Bill’s House can not accommodate any requests for early check-in or late check-out times. We apologize for any inconvenience, and appreciate your understanding. If you would like to extend your stay, please call us at 1.833.283.3245 or email stay@buffalobillshouse.com and we’ll let you know if there’s availability.
Buffalo Bill's House Policy
Before booking your stay, please take a moment to review our policy for important details. You can also visit our FAQ page for answers to common questions.
Relax & enjoy
"The Silence"
Are you ready to have your own “Precious” Moments at Buffalo Bill’s? Book your overnight stay now!