10/10 Excellent
Jody B.
Nov 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to Stay
Jody B.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Entire home
Cozy vacation near boat launch - Raystown Lake
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Explore the area
James Creek, PA
- Raystown Lake4 min drive
- Trough Creek State Park20 min drive
- Seven Points Marina28 min drive
- Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County)27 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Queen Beds
Living room
1 Double Futon
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Cozy vacation near boat launch - Raystown Lake
Quiet, rustic cozy home on wooded grounds, perfect for a relaxing getaway. We are 1 1/2 miles from James Creek boat launch near the center of Lake Raystown, located near Entriken. This home has two bedrooms, one on the first floor with a queen bed, and the other, on the second floor, with two queen beds.. The second bedroom also sports an upright piano for the musical guest. Wi-Fi is available. Deck is furnished with outdoor tables, seating, and a gas grill. A fire ring is available off the deck for making s'mores and the ingredients are complimentary! Firewood is available for $10/wheelbarrow load. RV/Campers not permitted. Plenty of bird-watching and chattering squirrels. See our tourist guide booklet for all kinds of fun things to do. Have a great time!
Lake Raystown is the fishing and boating capital of central Pennsylvania and James Creek launch is a hot spot for bass tournaments. Five minutes from Lake Raystown Resort and Waterpark and Trough Creek State Park's Balanced Rock and Swinging Bridge, multiple hiking trails, and great trout fishing. Multiple geocaching opportunities in the area. 15 minutes from Seven Points Recreational Area and Marina and the Allegrippis biking trails. Guided fishing tours and lake beaches at Seven Points Recreational Area and Raystown Lake Resort. Great hunting in this area in the fall.
The house is approximately 18 miles from Huntingdon , Juniata College , Lincoln Cavern. Blue Knob and Tussey Mountain Ski Resorts within 1 hour. Penn State University is also within an hours drive.
Check-in/Check-out:
4:00 pm Check-in
11:00 am Check-out
Early/late check-out can be arranged
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Lake Raystown is the fishing and boating capital of central Pennsylvania and James Creek launch is a hot spot for bass tournaments. Five minutes from Lake Raystown Resort and Waterpark and Trough Creek State Park's Balanced Rock and Swinging Bridge, multiple hiking trails, and great trout fishing. Multiple geocaching opportunities in the area. 15 minutes from Seven Points Recreational Area and Marina and the Allegrippis biking trails. Guided fishing tours and lake beaches at Seven Points Recreational Area and Raystown Lake Resort. Great hunting in this area in the fall.
The house is approximately 18 miles from Huntingdon , Juniata College , Lincoln Cavern. Blue Knob and Tussey Mountain Ski Resorts within 1 hour. Penn State University is also within an hours drive.
Check-in/Check-out:
4:00 pm Check-in
11:00 am Check-out
Early/late check-out can be arranged
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Property manager
Julie
Premier Host
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Max of 2 .Please dispose of pet's deposits
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
NO smoking inside.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
We should mention
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
James Creek
Located in James Creek, this vacation home is near theme parks and on a lake. Seven Points Marina and Blair County Driving Range are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Raystown Lake and Trough Creek State Park. Frankstown Township Memorial Park and Kelly Park are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
James Creek, PA
What's nearby
- Raystown Lake - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
- Trough Creek State Park - 20 min drive - 13.9 km
- Seven Points Marina - 28 min drive - 21.2 km
- Juniata College - 30 min drive - 27.1 km
- Peoples Natural Gas Field - 45 min drive - 52.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Fat Freddie's BBQ - 21 min drive
- Eats N Treats - 8 min drive
- Country Smokehouse - 37 min drive
- Those Guys Pizza - 30 min drive
- Smitty’s Eats n Treats - 20 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen M.
Nov 11, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just perfect
Kathleen M.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Dara M.
Sep 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Time away
Dara M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Marlin R.
Sep 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Marlin R.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cynthia L.
Sep 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
James Creek Cabin - Stay @2
Cynthia L.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jacqueline L.
Jul 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Family Vacation
Jacqueline L.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lisa D.
Jul 11, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway
Lisa D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Karen K.
Jun 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kayak trip
Karen K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cynthia L.
Jun 27, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Raystown Lake Stay #2
Cynthia L.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jodi B.
Jun 17, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Jodi B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rick H.
May 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday getaway
Rick H.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brandon F.
May 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secluded getaway
Brandon F.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dan T.
May 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice
Dan T.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
j T.
May 5, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to go
j T.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Chuck M.
Nov 1, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy & Comfortable
Chuck M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lynette M., Schuylkill County, PA USA
Oct 18, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Book this cabin!
Lynette M.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Glen K.
Oct 18, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable getaway
Glen K.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen M.
Oct 11, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Cabin
Kathleen M.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jeremy H.
Sep 26, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Cabin
Jeremy H.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
William C., Sunbury, Pa
Sep 21, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
William C.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Trista M.
Sep 6, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect and Peaceful
Trista M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Susan R.
Aug 28, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacay
Susan R.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jacqueline L.
Jul 23, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxation at its finest
Jacqueline L.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Cathy H., North Huntingdon Pennsylvania
Jul 7, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!
Cathy H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Richard D.
Jul 1, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
Richard D.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
About the host
Hosted by Julie
Why they chose this property
Our family purchased acreage on Piney Ridge in 1971 to take advantage of the newly formed Raystown Lake, built a road, cleared the land, roasted many a hotdog over burning brush piles, and finally built the cottage in 1974. It has been the site of many reunions, a wedding, a few honeymoons, anniversary & birthday celebrations, and Thanksgiving dinner has been a tradition here since 1974. The cottage has been well used & well loved. We chose the spot for its proximity to the lake to take advantage of the many activities such as boating, skiing, hiking, swimming and fishing. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do!
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