Community Perks | Pets Welcome w/ Fee| Family Friendly
Transform your next lake trip into a rural retreat when you stay at this vacation rental apartment just 1 mile from Raystown Lake and 40 miles from Penn State and Beaver Stadium! Located in Urban Saddle Ranch, this property boasts community amenities like a pond with a dock, a grilling area, and 50 acres of land, plus horses and miniature ponies! With 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, a full kitchen, and a comfy living area, you’ll feel right at home!
-- THE PROPERTY --
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS - Bedroom 1: 1 full bed - Bedroom 2: 1 twin bunk bed
SHARED AMENITIES - Deck w/ picnic table, fire pit (firewood available for purchase) - Gas grills, outdoor seating - Pond, miniature ponies, horses - 50 acres of land
INDOOR LIVING - Flat-screen TV w/ cable - Open floor plan - Leather sectional - 4-person table - Walk-in shower
KITCHEN - Electric stove, oven, microwave, toaster - Drip coffee maker - Cooking basics, dishware/flatware, 2-person breakfast bar
GENERAL - Electric heating, Window A/C unit - 1 towel set provided, linens - Complimentary hand soap & lotion
FAQ - No WiFi - Pet fee (paid pre-trip) - 4WD required in winter
PARKING -Parking lot (on premises)
ADDTL ACCOMMODATIONS - There are 8 additional vacation rentals available for rent. Please reach out to Evolve for more information
-- THE LOCATION --
- Tranquil location near hiking, fishing & hunting - 5 miles to Snyders Run Boat Launch - 37 miles to Penn State & Beaver Stadium - 12-14 miles to Standing Stone Trail, Seven Points Beach - 19 miles to State Game Lands 71 - 26 miles to DelGrosso’s Park and Laguna Splash - 107 miles to Harrisburg International Airport
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking or drug use anywhere on the property - No firearms. Only authorized persons are permitted to carry on the property. Violators will be evicted and face possible legal action - Pet friendly w/ $50 per stay fee (+ fees & taxes, max 2 allowed). Please specify at the time of booking if you are bringing a pet so the fee can be collected - Pet fees must be paid prior to check-in. If a guest is caught attempting to sneak in a pet they will be asked to vacate the listing, with no refund - Pets must be crated when left alone in the cabin - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - This single-story cabin requires 3 steps for entry, and additional interior stairs are required to access the kitchen area and a bedroom - This cabin does not offer WiFi or internet access - During the fall and winter, it is recommended that you bring additional blankets and other camping amenities as needed - Pet fees must be paid prior to check-in. If a guest is caught attempting to sneak in a pet they will be asked to vacate the listing, with no refund - There are other bookable vacation rentals on-site; other travelers may be present during your stay - One towel set is provided. Guests can bring additional towels if needed - There is no electric boat charging available on-site - 4-wheel drive or all-wheel drive is necessary in the winter months to access the property - The parking lot is a 2-minute walk from the upper cabin apartments
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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 and a first aid kit
About the area
Huntingdon
Huntingdon is home to this apartment. Isett Acres Museum and Swigart Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Seven Points Marina and American Legion Country Club.
Lincoln Caverns and Whisper Rocks - 12 min drive - 13.0 km
Swigart Museum - 13 min drive - 13.7 km
Getting around
Huntingdon Station - 8 min drive
Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County) - 58 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 7 min drive
MacTown Pizza Plus - 13 min drive
Burger King - 10 min drive
Great Dragon - 7 min drive
Taco Bell - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is ‘John Wayne' Apartment - Deck, BBQ, Horses On-Site pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at ‘John Wayne' Apartment - Deck, BBQ, Horses On-Site?
As of 11 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ‘John Wayne' Apartment - Deck, BBQ, Horses On-Site on 12 May 2026 start from NZ$340, 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 ‘John Wayne' Apartment - Deck, BBQ, Horses On-Site?
Self-parking is available for a fee.
What time is check-in at ‘John Wayne' Apartment - Deck, BBQ, Horses On-Site?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at ‘John Wayne' Apartment - Deck, BBQ, Horses On-Site?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is ‘John Wayne' Apartment - Deck, BBQ, Horses On-Site located?
Situated in Huntingdon, this apartment building is 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Raystown Lake and within 6 miles (10 km) of J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital and Juniata College. Isett Acres Museum and Lincoln Caverns and Whisper Rocks are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Nothing fancy buy a good value. We found it to be very 1quite and relaxing. Be prepared to hike a few hundred feet from parking lot to cabin. We didn't have a problem but handicapped or elderly may. Recomended to friends already.
We have a dog, needed a change of scenery, decided on a cabin and lake to maintain social distancing. The location and cabin were wonderful! Owners are super friendly and welcoming. I was glad I brought all our food. Only needed to buy lighter fluid and matches. They supply the wood! Great fishing and swimming and hiking nearby, needed to preregister rental canoe to get into 7 stars marina. No horseback riding at present, but plenty of other safe activities in the area. Roads are a little sketchy, glad we had the truck. Will definitely consider returning. Thank you!
They never sent me a check in email so I don’t know
Never sent check in instructions. When I got there no one was there and no one answered the phone. Sent many messages nothing. Finally, a management company called me and said no refunds. They even charged me the cleaning fee. Also, if you stay here the parking lot is a half mile from the house and you have to take a mud trail to get there. I
craig b.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 September 2022
Craig, we take it seriously when guests let us know that we missed the mark. We know how frustrating it is when you can’t reach someone during your stay, and we apologize that Evolve’s communication fell short. We have increased our staffing to make sure that we can respond to guests in a timely fashion moving forward. After sending your feedback to the homeowner, we'd also like to share the following:
-We're sorry to hear that you never received check-in instructions from the host; we trust that this issue and the topic of reimbursement have been addressed by them. Moving forward, this should not be a recurring issue.
-The parking lot is located about 5 minutes from the cabin and you must take a dirt trail to get there. Unfortunately, there was a significant amount of rainfall before your stay so it may have made travel more difficult.
We’d love the chance to provide you with a truly 5-star travel experience, so please let us know if there’s anything we can do to help the next time that you book a vacation rental.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
florencia
1 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful place and wonderful owners made us feel so comfortable and welcome.
WE had a great time. The ranch was close to great hiking, biking and other outdoor activities. Quiet setting, which was wonderful after a full day of adventures! The only thing we would suggest would be parking at "all" the cabins be made available. Walking from the main parking lot at night was rough.
When my friend and I met there we had no idea what to expect due to both of us not being from the area. We loved the cabins and the fire pits as well as the pets and the property. We talked with Bob for a while and learned a great deal about the property. 10/10 recommend and we will definitely be back!