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River Valley Retreat, paddlers & peddlers paradise on the Allegheny river

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Franklin, PA
  • Place, Riverfront Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Allegheny River
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Samuel Justus Recreational Trail Visitor Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Franklin, PA (FKL-Venango Regional)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Office/sitting room

1 Double Futon

Riverview Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Top left Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs half bathroom/laundry room

Toilet

Upstairs full bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Garden

About this property

River Valley Retreat, paddlers & peddlers paradise on the Allegheny river

Come see the rich history and outdoor adventures Franklin has to offer, and stay in a cool house too!

Our property is situated a stone's throw from the iconic Allegheny river. This comfortable home is within a 10 min. walk to city center and located directly across from the Samuel Justus recreational trail head. Our house still holds some of the mid century modern appointments paired with a recent whimsical and color rich renovation. If you plan to eat, play & stay in Franklin... you found your home base.

Here is a detailed description of this premium rental:

New furnishings through most of the home, Four new Samsung 4k TVs, and freshly remodeled rooms make for a cozy environment for our guests. The kitchen is well stocked with all the essentials along side new upscale appliances. The dining room has no problem handling 6 people for a sit down meal or post trail beverage and is located right next to the kitchen. Let's talk coffee and tea for a moment....we have provided a Cuisinart 12 cup insulated carafe drip coffee maker in the kitchen along side an instant hot water pot for the tea lovers and a Nespresso coffee/espresso maker in the en-suite bedroom/office combo room for the ultimate "wake-up roll out of bed inject caffeine experience".

Wireless near field charging stations for Samsung & I-devices are on hand in every bedroom, the kitchen & living room. For those that prefer tech, an Amazon Fire HD tablet puts you at the helm of a whole house Sonos Surround Sound system, Lockly entryway door lock, Nest thermostat and the 3 smart TVs at the touch of a finger. For those that might need to "adult" a bit and use our home office during your stay, we have equipped the property with a fully fortified Mesh WiFi hub system with a UPC battery back-up.

All 3 bedrooms have new mattresses and foundations, and if someone extra needs to crash, there is a cool modular Queen sized sleeper sofa bed in the office en-suite. The living room has super comfy deep couches for when you are not on the trails or shopping in downtown Franklin. Lastly, we renovated the bathrooms with new stately thrones and shower/ soaker tub combo that is divine. The half bath also includes a brand new washer/dryer set.

For your outside lounge time, there is a privacy screened front porch with new wicker furniture, lit by soft LED lights.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
Contact me about children 8 & up.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking on the outdoor porch is allowed.

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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Franklin

Located in Franklin, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Sugarcreek Towne Centre and Cranberry Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Oil Creek State Park and Allegheny River.
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Franklin, PA

What's nearby

  • Riverfront Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Allegheny River - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Samuel Justus Recreational Trail Visitor Center - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • 11th Street Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • St John's Episcopal Church - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Franklin, PA (FKL-Venango Regional) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪TrAils To Ales Brewery - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪FoxTales - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Crosby's - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is River Valley Retreat, paddlers & peddlers paradise on the Allegheny river pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at River Valley Retreat, paddlers & peddlers paradise on the Allegheny river?

As of 2 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Valley Retreat, paddlers & peddlers paradise on the Allegheny river on 30 June 2026 start from NZ$456, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at River Valley Retreat, paddlers & peddlers paradise on the Allegheny river?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at River Valley Retreat, paddlers & peddlers paradise on the Allegheny river?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River Valley Retreat, paddlers & peddlers paradise on the Allegheny river?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is River Valley Retreat, paddlers & peddlers paradise on the Allegheny river located?

Located in the heart of Franklin, this holiday home is steps away from Oil Region National Heritage Area and Allegheny River. Riverfront Park and Historic Franklin Garrison Monument are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 22 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

dave s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
yes everything was well furnished.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn C.

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

Lovely Christmas

The house was just what we needed while visiting family in the area. The space was nice and well appointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda O.

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

Family visit

Had a great time! The house was beautiful and met all of our needs. Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carissa M.

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

Wonderful Place

The house was very clean and nice. Ryan was a helpful and responsive host. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crissy M.

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

Nice place!

Nice location and house. We are return cusomers and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug B.

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

Quaint little town

Well maintained and clean Property owner very nice and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Girls weekend

The place was amazing very welcoming. Definitely will go back. Owner was quick to respond with any questions and perfect location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

A lovely place to stay!

This is a lovely home and has everything you need. It is even pretty high tech. The owner is super friendly and very helpful. We highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Nice home on the Allegheny River

Franklin home has easy access to area attractions and is quite comfortable. The tech upgrades kept us entertained and connected.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean. Everything we needed. Ryan is super responsive
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennie K.

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

First rate

The home was very clean and accommodated all our needs. Loved the little peeks of humor in the home! Well equipped!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Padraic M.

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

Relaxed, Fun Vibe, Clean, Great tech

We were in town for a wedding. Had some down time and enjoyed being the space when we did not have wedding activities. I would stay again if I was in town and I would suggest others consider. Ryan was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We found everything was fine for our needs.we didn't spend a lot of time there as we were competing in an archery tournament our time at the house was primarily for sleeping. We were gone from early morniings till late evening we eat out but had a good kitchen if we choose to we would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynette M M.

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

Paradise

This property was absolutely amazing and we loved everything about it including Ryan, the host. We were made to feel welcome immediately upon arrival. The house was everything and more that was advertised. Ryan was extremely accommodating prior to, during and even following our stay. We did not want to leave and hope that we are able to return at some point to further enjoy this paradise!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D.

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

This is becoming an annual thing…

My husband and I returned for the 3rd year in a row. We brought along my BiL & wife (this is their 2nd year in a row), and a couple of friends. Everyone agreed the house was great and location was perfect for a trip down the river. House always has everything we need to cook and stay comfortably. OARS made the kayak/SUP trip super simple and we had a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bethany D.

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

Excellent Stay!

We had a great weekend at the River Valley Retreat in Franklin! The house was immaculate and well stocked, to include kayaks and bikes we could use. Amazing water pressure and great shower. The beds were very comfortable and the AC units kept the house comfortable, even on the 90 degree days. Lots of local places to eat in or have meals delivered. View of the river from the front porch with plenty of seating. We had everything we needed for a fun weekend away! Check in and check out were easy. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D.

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

Guess who’s back, back again

Returned for a second stay and brought BIL & SIL. House was super-clean and had everything we needed (loved the extra fluffy towels). Ryan was very helpful and responsive to our communication. We enjoyed a beautiful day floating down the river and a nice evening in Franklin. Plan to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry S.

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

Cozy Home

We were looking for a house that was close to family in Oil City, PA. Ryan met us in front of the house and gave us a tour of the house. Friendly and professional. The house was extremely clean, comfortable and cozy. We used the entire house including the washer & dryer. We would definitely go back, hopefully next summer.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan T.

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

Perfect for paddlers and peddlers

This property met all of our needs and then some. Perfect location, close to town and the Allegheny River is right out your front door. Ryan is a great host. He is very responsive and keeps an extremely clean home. We enjoyed the bikes and the kayaks. We highly recommend this property to anyone that is visiting Franklin, PA.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

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

Sisters'Trip

It was an easy process to rent this sparkly clean property. Wonderful location with views of the river. Ryan was great to deal with & cares about his guests.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

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

A Peaceful Christmas

My boyfriend and I had a peaceful and relaxing stay at this Franklin home. The house was so clean and tidy. Also the house was beautifully decorated for Christmas. Lastly, our host Ryan was so kind and considerate.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kalli E.

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

Beautiful and clean property

We have stayed in many VRBOs and vacation rental properties and this property was, by far, the best! Extremely clean, updated, stylish and comfortable home. The pictures don't do this place justice. We would definitely return and recommend this property to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

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Hosted by Ryan K. Wiegel

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