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The River House - Historic Retreat in the Heart of Ohiopyle!

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Make reservations to dine in by calling 724-329-8876 or receive chef-prepared meals delivered hot or stocked in your fridge before arrival at: bit.ly/vacation-ready-meals
A covered porch with a wooden deck, white railings, and outdoor furniture.
A corner room with a bay window, two leather chairs, a small table, and wooden trim.
A two-story house with a porch, a chimney, and a fenced yard.
A spacious living room with a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Ohiopyle State Park
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Ohiopyle, PA
  • Place, Ohiopyle State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Youghiogheny River
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Ohiopyle Falls
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Morgantown, WV (MGW-Morgantown Municipal)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Master Bedroom Downstairs

1 Queen Bed

queen 2 upstairs

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Queen bedroom upstairs

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs

Toilet

Main Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The River House - Historic Retreat in the Heart of Ohiopyle!

This beautifully restored Victorian home is perfectly situated on Main Street in downtown Ohiopyle. Built in the early 1900s, this elegant retreat blends historic charm with modern comfort, making it an ideal getaway for families or groups.
Step inside to discover stunning Victorian details, from the masterfully restored antique oak dining set to the intricate woodwork that reflects the home’s original grandeur. With three spacious bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, this home offers plenty of space to relax and unwind. The newly renovated gourmet kitchen is perfect for preparing meals, while the large living room invites you to gather and create lasting memories.

Enjoy breathtaking views from the wraparound porch and observation deck, or soak in the private enclosed hot tub after a day of adventure. The second-floor sitting area provides a cozy space to watch a movie or take in the picturesque surroundings. Just minutes from Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater and Kentuck Knob, this home places you at the center of Ohiopyle’s best attractions, seasonal events, and outdoor activities.

This dog-friendly property welcomes your furry friends (additional pet fee may apply). Stay connected with high-speed fiber optic WiFi and HD digital TV service. Whether you're here for the rapids, the fall foliage, or the quiet beauty of winter, The River House is a destination you'll want to return to again and again.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 9449294
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Ohiopyle

Located in Ohiopyle, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Ridge Runner Distillery and Christian W. Klay Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ohiopyle State Park and Ferncliff Peninsula Natural Area. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hunting nearby.
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Ohiopyle, PA

What's nearby

  • Ohiopyle State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Youghiogheny River - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Meadow Run Natural Waterslides Area - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Ohiopyle Falls - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Cucumber Falls - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Connellsville Station - 32 min drive
  • Morgantown, WV (MGW-Morgantown Municipal) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪APlus at Sunoco - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Falls Market Restaurant & General Store - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Twisted Spoke Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ohiopyle Coffee Company - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mulligans @ Mystic Rock - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The River House - Historic Retreat in the Heart of Ohiopyle! pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at The River House - Historic Retreat in the Heart of Ohiopyle!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The River House - Historic Retreat in the Heart of Ohiopyle!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The River House - Historic Retreat in the Heart of Ohiopyle!?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The River House - Historic Retreat in the Heart of Ohiopyle! located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is steps away from Ohiopyle State Park and Youghiogheny River. Ferncliff Peninsula Natural Area and Meadow Run Natural Waterslides Area are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 92 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 92 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 92 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 92 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 92 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time staying at the riverhouse! Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2026
Thank you for your review. We're happy to hear you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent for our family nice historical home close to all attractions
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 September 2026
Thank you for your review. We're glad to hear the family enjoyed their time at the River House and Ohiopyle.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Location was good. Lots of emails prior to arrival but disappointed when 4 PM came on check in day with no house code …. Had to call get code. Ceiling light in one upstairs bedroom did not work. Called about regular coffee as packet on shelf only had decaf. Called and thought regular coffee would be delivered… never was.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming home with plenty of room for everyone. Great location convenient to hiking and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 February 2026
Thank you for your review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Greqt location and we enjoyed the historical feel of the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 November 2025
Thank you for your review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location in the heart of Ohiopyle!This house is in such a great location if you’re planning a visit to Ohiopyle. Spacious rooms and great amenities. The TV had numerous movie channels, which is great for the evenings after you’ve settled in. The hot tub was fantastic, very well maintained! The place can comfortably fit 3 families with the number of bedrooms and bathrooms. The kitchen has all you need to cook there and again plenty of space for dining. We absolutely will return to this house when visiting in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay at The River House in Ohiopyle and that the spacious layout, amenities, and hot tub helped make your visit comfortable and relaxing. It’s great to hear the home worked well for your group and provided everything you needed for both cooking and downtime after exploring Ohiopyle. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to hosting you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and super location. We all had a great time staying at this house and exploring Ohiopyle.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 October 2025
Thank you for your review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our Host went above and beyond to make are stay perfect
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 January 2026
Thank you for your review. We're glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Perfect location for a quick getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 August 2025
Thank you for your review. We're glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Worked great for a holiday gathering.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 December 2025
Thank you for your review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice place

House was nice. Convenient location in center of town
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 June 2025
Thank you for your review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family trip

Clean well stocked and very pretty location right across from falls.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 January 2025
Thank you for your review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great weekend stay at the River House. Location is simply excellent, essentially in walking distance of several cafes, restaurants, bike/boat rentals and trails including the GAP. The house is historic and unique, yet comfortable with most modern amenities. Very cozy for an autumn stay. The check-in and check-out process was smooth, the hosts were proactive with communication prior to the visit and responsive to questions during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 October 2025
Thank you for your review. We're glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Weekend trip

We had a nice overnight trip to Ohiopyle. The home was in a good central location with plenty of space.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2025
Thank you for your review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quick great weekend

Easy to get in and settled So cute and accommodating and would go back any time!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May 2024
Thank you for your review. We're glad you enjoyed your stay at The River House.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place to Stay to Take in Ohiopyle

Good location right in the center of town. Easy in and out for the stay or no issues. Older home feel with necessary modern updates.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2024
Thank you for your review. We're glad to hear you enjoyed your time at the River House.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Adorable town with great amenities. Really close to all the attractions. Pretty staircase. Well appointed kitchen. Good water pressure. Comfortable beds. Thin towels. Lovely porch. Train, roadway and fire station are noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ohiopyle

Great place! Great location! Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 August 2023
Thank you for your review. We're glad you enjoyed your time with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Rest & Recovery along the GAP trail

Great place in the heart of Ohiopyle. Wonderful porch view of the rapids, walking distance from food, shops and the GAP trail. Clean and updated kitchen and baths plus hot tub to soak away the aches from a day on the trail.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
we had a lovely time. We enjoyed the amenities of the house and the town. Would definitely come back. Only suggestions are seeing if you can find a way to fully close the bathroom under the stairs from the inside of the bathroom, and providing more than single ply toilet paper
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 September 2025
Thank you for your review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location and atmosphere!

Worked perfectly for our friend group of 6. Within walking distance of the falls, hiking and restaurants in town. We loved the covered porch and deck areas! Wish we had more time to use the hot tub. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2024
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Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very convenient, beautiful view.

Stayed for the weekend to celebrate son’s surprise proposal. Not much open in the winter, so house was ideal for hosting her family for lunch. Son’s golden retriever stayed with us too. With no leaves on the trees, nice view of the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2025
Thank you for your review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ohio Pyle home

Good location, with the river just across the road. Easy access to the highway, etc. The house was VERY roomy! And despite being located right on Main Street, it was nice and quiet. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay:)
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 August 2023
Thank you for your review. We look forward to having you as a guest again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Idyllic Home

We all took pleasure in discovering the little joys and fun areas of this property. Whether it be the river across the street, the lovely outdoor amenities, or the clean/cozy inside. Truly a great home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 August 2023
Thank you for your review. We're glad you enjoyed your stay at The River House in Ohiopyle.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house

Lovely restored old home, keeping the charming woodwork and deep front porch, while updating bathrooms and kitchen exactly as you’d want. We had a very nice visit to Ohiopyle!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 August 2023
Thank you for your review. We glad you enjoyed your stay in Ohiopyle.

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