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

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

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

Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

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James Creek, PA
  • Popular LocationRaystown Lake9 min walk
  • Popular LocationSeven Points Marina16 min drive
  • AirportAltoona, PA (AOO-Blair County)29 min drive
  • Popular LocationTrough Creek State Park31 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 midnight moon!

Want a bit more privacy for sleeping, or an outdoor kitchen? We have a 2022 NuCamp Tag-XL 6 wide for an additional $100/night (It generally rents for $140/night on Outdoorsey.). We will place it in the front lawn so it is easily accessible from the front door and ready to go. It has an outdoor kitchen and queen bed with a stargazer window and smart tv on the inside. (See pictures.). This requires a separate payment, as I can't add it as an amenity on VRBO, sorry. Pets are not permitted in the unit. This is subject to availability as it is listed on other sites.

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

House Rules

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

Children

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

Events

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

Pets

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

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.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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. Allegrippis Trailhead and Seven Points Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Galactic Ice and Lakemont Park and the Island Waterpark. Travelling with kids? Consider Holiday Bowl and Railroaders Memorial Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
James Creek, PA

What's nearby

  • Raystown Lake - 9 min walk
  • Seven Points Marina - 16 min drive
  • Juniata College - 18 min drive
  • Trough Creek State Park - 31 min drive
  • Canoe Creek State Park - 39 min drive

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
  • Williamsburg Oip - 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 Seven Points Marina. Lincoln Caverns and Whisper Rocks and Juniata College are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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

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

Kristi V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay, Can't Wait to Return
Loved this home. We rented it to spend the weekend with our daughter who is attending college nearby. Unfortunately, the weather was not very cooperative as it was a cool, rainy, and windy October weekend. But the home had everything we needed and was both cozy and roomy. Beds were comfortable, and it was a nice surprise that our stay also included linens and towels. We had many fun rounds of pool, board games, and movies. We even baked cookies in the kitchen, used the blacktop grill, and roasted marshmallows over the fire pit. Despite the dreary weather, we still got to use the hot tub on the covered porch. Thank you so much, and we look forward to visiting again soon.
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

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

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!

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