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Peaceful, Beautiful Home, Lake Raystown, Pets OK, Kayaks Available

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Looking at the rear of the house from the lower back yard
The front of the house.  The trees are now gone and new landscaping is in place.
Kitchen
The pool area, from the kitchen eating area.
Dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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James Creek, PA
  • Raystown Lake
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Seven Points Marina
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Trough Creek State Park
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Loft

2 Queen Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

First floor half bath

Toilet

Loft bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Peaceful, Beautiful Home, Lake Raystown, Pets OK, Kayaks Available

This beautiful, quiet property is adjacent to the Raystown Lake Federal Lands* and in between the Marina and Resort areas. We constantly try to improve the property, and in 2018 we extended the all-seasons room to the deck, making a large outdoor deck area! We added a fire pit and a new, larger, hot tub! Stroll down a private (no homes front the land), quiet country lane to a quiet entrance to the lake. You can hear the birds singing and the fish leaping out of the water! This is a great place for kayaking, fishing, or playing in the water. (We can rent up to 4 kayaks upon request, in cooperation with another owner, so we must charge an additional fee. You must transport to the water.) The lakeside is also a perfect place for a private picnic or to gaze at the stars.
Just one mile down the road is the Aitch boat launch and fishing pier. A wonderful view of the tree-covered mountains surrounds you. Public guided boat tours are available at the Marina and Resort areas.

You will truly enjoy the smart HD TV in the living room, the regulation-sized (7') AMF pool table, and the 6-person hot tub.

The master bedroom on the main floor has a queen bed and a large master bath w/ oversized Jacuzzi (non-jetted) tub, separate shower, walk-in closet, and Kohler fixtures. This master bedroom has a sliding glass door onto the deck with a beautiful view of the federal lands and the neighbor's pond where you can frequently find a blue heron looking for fish. (We do not have a direct view of the lake, very few lake properties do, which keeps the lake experience from the water pristine - no private docks are permitted on the federal land surrounding the lake.)

The main floor has a dining room & living room w/ gas fireplace. The modern kitchen has every convenience you need including an island w/ a Jenn-Air grill & gas range unit, a side-by-side refrigerator, built-in microwave, built-in oven, dishwasher, & garbage disposal. We also supply a drip coffee maker, rice cooker, crock-pot, and other kitchen small appliances. The laundry room and a half bath are also on the main floor. Grocery delivery is offered locally by instacart: https://www.instacart.com/grocery-delivery/pa/near-me-in-huntingdon-pa. (Zip is 16657.)

The second-floor loft contains two queen size beds and overlooks the kitchen and pool table room. There is a separate floor AC unit, ceiling fan, and floor fan in the loft to keep the air circulating. It has a full-size bathroom with a large standup shower.

There is a screened-in 3 seasons room w/ glass sliding-door entrances from the kitchen, the pool table room, and the master bedroom. It is absolutely lovely out there, and you have a nice view of the pond, which frequently boasts of bird activity. You will hear the birds singing all day, and you will frequently be able to watch the barn swallows careen just above the grass while they feed.

This home has a heat pump, central air, ceiling fans, skylights & nice attached 26’ x 26' garage.

Please note that the pipeline that was installed recently that runs under the lake also went through our property and severely damaged our landscaping, and the emerald ash borer damaged our trees. We are working to replace all, but it will take a few years as I will NOT use herbicides on the property for your safety!

Our rental agreement can be downloaded from this listing. It is your responsibility to sign and return the agreement. If you fail to do this, you nonetheless IRREVOCABLY AGREE TO ALL OF THE TERMS OF THE AGREEMENT BY PAYING THE RENTAL FEE.

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Property manager

Faith M. Lucchesi

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
Children are ok, but please note we have a hot tub
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Events

No events allowed
Never. Party = expulsion with no refund.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Pets permitted with fee.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is strictly prohibited.
There is an absolute maximum of 6 people permitted. Additional guests will result in a full loss of entry credentials, fees, and deposit.
Do NOT move the pool table, it is professionally balanced and leveled. Thank you.
Parties are strictly prohibited and will result in an immediate expulsion from the property with no refund of any payment made.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Never. Party = expulsion with no refund.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

James Creek

Located in James Creek, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Raystown Lake and Trough Creek State Park, while Isett Acres Museum and Swigart Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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James Creek, PA

What's nearby

  • Raystown Lake - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Allegrippis Trailhead - 14 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Seven Points Marina - 16 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Juniata College - 18 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Trough Creek State Park - 31 min drive - 25.7 km

Getting around

  • Huntingdon Station - 17 min drive
  • Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Martin General Stores - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Mactown Pizza Plus - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Fat Freddie's BBQ - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Country Smokehouse - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Sizzler - ‬26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful, Beautiful Home, Lake Raystown, Pets OK, Kayaks Available pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Peaceful, Beautiful Home, Lake Raystown, Pets OK, Kayaks Available?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful, Beautiful Home, Lake Raystown, Pets OK, Kayaks Available?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful, Beautiful Home, Lake Raystown, Pets OK, Kayaks Available located?

This family-friendly James Creek holiday home is located on a lake, 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Raystown Lake, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Allegrippis Trailhead and Riverside Park. Williamsburg Sportsmens Park and Seven Points Marina are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 182 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 182 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 182 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 182 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jacob M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A very nice break

A quiet place with a lovely view and plenty of space. Comfy beds, great lighting, well equipped kitchen, and my two little ones loved the high seating options. The carpet is divine! If you have a brave toddler, you will need to keep up one on one attention, because the house is not baby safe.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Braden S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Getaway

Great place to get away with family and your dogs.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charolette O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend get away

My friends and I just got back from our stay here! The place is beautiful and in a great location! I would absolutely love to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

william b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice

Nice place to vacation
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jared M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Respite

This rental was perfect for our group. The house was comfortable for four adults and had all of the amenities we needed. The setting was beautiful and offered us some peace and a break from everything. We walked down to the lake one day and also explored a nearby cemetery. We also got to watch the recent aurora From the back yard. Would recommend this place to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Enjoyed our stay.

We enjoyed our stay, especially the hot tub and pool table.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patty H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Graduation Relaxation

Perfect place for our family to stay during our son’s graduation weekend. Plenty of seating. Hot tub, pool table, and fire pit were fun. Views were beautiful and relaxing. Would definitely rent again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

keith l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Golf Trip with the fellas

Stayed in this gem for three days to play golf with the guys and couldn't have found a better place! House was clean and quiet and offered us some extra amenities such as a pool table to have some more fun in the evenings and a hot tub for those sore muscles from all the extra swings on the courses! Owners were very nice and available for anything we needed including allowing us early check in on Day 1.. would recommend this home for families , friends stay or weekend getaways! A great place! Thank you Tony and Faith
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Anniversary trip

We loved our stay here! The quiet location. Close to the lake and an amazing bbq place. We loved being able to relax in the hot tub when we got back from kayaking. Would def stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place and amazing location

Perfect place for a weekend away with friends to have fun and take the boat out on the lake. Great communication with the owners and great property with pool table and hot tub for even more fun after the lake days.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly E., Red Lion, PA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday Getaway

Husband and I stayed here for the weekend. House is as described and very clean! Had everything we needed including towels and linens! Enjoyed the pool table and hot tub! Was a great place for our getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay, beautiful property!

Had a great stay for long weekend at this property. Hot tub was amazing, home was clean, comfortable beds. Basic necessities were supplied, nice pool table.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Rental!

Clean house, great amenities!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing getaway

Just needed a few days to myself and this was perfect. Gorgeous, quiet setting that was perfect to just unwind from a crazy few weeks. House was clean. Outdoor space was perfect. Would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan W., Lock Haven, PA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Long Weekend Getaway

Great place to stay! We noticed some minor things needing done ( ex: lightbulbs burnt out needing changed, empty gas tank on fire pit), but we contacted the owner and they responded immediately, even offered to come over if needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Baranda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect weekend getaway

Place was perfect the pictures do not do it justice will definitely be booking again! Jaccuzi was amazing and peaceful despite the rainy weekend. There much much in the area to enjoy too great food restaurants perfect for romantic get away! My dog didn’t even want to leave when it was time to come home he enjoyed as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good access to quiet part of lake

Close to kayak access at lake. Older home but had everything we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter B., Elizabethtown

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. They house was clean and comfortable in a beautiful location. We enjoyed mornings, afternoons and evenings on the deck. The kitchen was well equipped, and the hot tub was clean and very relaxing. We plan on returning!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gary R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful relaxing getaway

Great home to share with family - including our dog Rocky! So many places close by to explore! Perfect size home - easy access - easy to manage! We would love to return some time in the fall to see the changing leaves. Thank you Thank you Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Martin H., Ijamsville, MD

Great get-away in Lake Raystown!

Beautiful, spacious house with everything you need for a peaceful get-away. Wonderful deck with gas fire pit adds to the relaxing atmosphere. Owner was excellent in answering our questions and being responsive to our needs!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Brandy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay

The house was very clean. The hot tub was nice. Plenty of linens
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Antoinette Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The size of the house was perfect for 4 adults and 3 dogs. We loved relaxing in the hot tub at the end of the day. The home was very well maintained. If you enjoy nature and the country, you won't be disappointed!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Angela D., Marquette, MI

Mother’s Day

We loved the deck area with the hot tub and grill. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Casey Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Extended Family Vacation

We all enjoyed the house from the pool table and hot tub to the "glamper"! Lost power for a few hours overnight after a large storm hit the area, owners were helpful in finding out power restoration. All in all a great week for everyone!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Larry l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

great

needs landscaping
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Faith M. Lucchesi

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A family-owned business, BD Realty is a bunch of us who hope to offer vacation get-aways to others. We enjoy spending time at the house when we can get away and be together and we hope you love it as much as we do! We strive to eat, drink and be merry. We hope you do too! Doing it at the lake is a bonus!

Why they chose this property

The location provides for a quiet, peaceful stay. This is a 'get-away' property, and if you love wildlife, you can see Eagles, Bobcats, Fox, Deer and many smaller, beautiful critters by just strolling quietly in the woods. Of course, you have to know how to look for them. We love the lake and playing in the water. Please note that the pipeline that was installed recently that runs under the lake also went through our property and severely damaged our landscaping, and the emerald ash borer damaged our trees. We are working to replace all, but it will take a few years as I will NOT use herbicides on the property for your safety!

What makes this property unique

The hot tub in the three seasons room followed by several rounds of pool while watching the big screen HDTV!