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 stars. 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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Children are ok, but please note we have a hot tub
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Events
No events allowed
Never. Party = expulsion with no refund.
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Pets permitted with fee.
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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.
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Property # 149471vb
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
About the area
James Creek
Located in James Creek, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Trough Creek State Park and Canoe Creek State Park, while Isett Acres Museum and Swigart Museum are cultural highlights. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling.
Is Peaceful, Beautiful Home, Lake Raystown, Pets OK, Kayaks Available pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Peaceful, Beautiful Home, Lake Raystown, Pets OK, Kayaks Available?
As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Peaceful, Beautiful Home, Lake Raystown, Pets OK, Kayaks Available on 27 Oct 2026 start from AU$518, 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 Peaceful, Beautiful Home, Lake Raystown, Pets OK, Kayaks Available?
On-site parking is available at the property.
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 Riverside Park. Williamsburg Sportsmens Park and Seven Points Marina are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.4
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The house was fantastic—super close to Seven Points Marina, which made lake access easy. We loved the pool table and hot tub for relaxing downtime. Can’t wait to come back!
Lindsey W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2025
Thank you for the kind comment, and for being FANTASTIC guests. We hope to see you again!
Loved, loved, loved this place! It's so peaceful, private, and relaxing. It's a great amount of space with a lot of amenities. The property is very well maintained and was immaculately clean! Very close to the lake and super easy to get to a boat launch. We brought our small pontoon boat and could easily park it in the large driveway. I love that the kitchen and bathrooms had so much storage space, that didn't end up looking cluttered with all your stuff on the countertops. Would definitely stay there again! Best Raystown rental!!
Perfect place for a weekend away with friends to have fun and take the boat out on the lake. Great communication with the owners and great property with pool table and hot tub for even more fun after the lake days.
Had a great stay for long weekend at this property. Hot tub was amazing, home was clean, comfortable beds. Basic necessities were supplied, nice pool table.
We loved our stay here! The quiet location. Close to the lake and an amazing bbq place. We loved being able to relax in the hot tub when we got back from kayaking. Would def stay here again!
From two professionals living in the Concrete jungle it was exactly what we were looking for, a peaceful four day three nights stay. All we heard was birds singing and that was amazing.. The house was beautiful with many amenities. The walk by the lake near the marina was refreshing. If you’re looking for a beautiful classy place to stay in the vicinity of Lake Raytown to get away from it all I would suggest you look into this residence. Also note one other thing if you’re looking for a night out on the town for a really good restaurant in Huntingdon check out 3 twelve.
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!
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.
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!
Jennifer T.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
About the host
Hosted by Faith M. Lucchesi
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!