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Built in the 1850's, this home has a big story to tell! Boat park. avail.

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A small stream flowing through a lush, green area with dense foliage and a wooden structure in the background.
A white house with a porch, a large tree, and a cemetery in the background.
A white macrame hammock hanging between trees in a grassy area with white plastic chairs in the background.
A cozy reading nook with a hanging chair, a table, and chairs.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a window with a view of greenery, and a radiator below the window.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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James Creek, PA
  • Place, Raystown Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Stonerstown Recreational Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Trough Creek State Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Built in the 1850's, this home has a big story to tell! Boat park. avail.

Whether you are listening to the babbling brook, getting ready for a day on the lake, grilling your fresh catch on the patio, or falling asleep listening to the rain fall on the old tin roof, we are confident you will love this home as much as we do!
The Bryan House boasts three comfortable bedrooms that sleep up to six in this large home.
The parking area is large enough for the amount of guests, but is also shared with another rental home on the property. We ask that guests park in such a way that all can share this large space. There is another area where boats can be parked, but we need to know ahead of time, if this space is being utilized.
We are also putting in a game room, in 2026. Check back for more details.
Boat parking/shelter is available upon request.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children need to be included in the total number.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please do not leave the grill or fire pit left unsupervised when in use and clean any of those you use. No charging of elec. cars
Firewood is for your use at our firepit. Please do not take it anywhere else. Camp chairs are also for use at our house only.
Please no food in carpeted areas, including living room and bedrooms. Quiet Time is between 11 p.m.-7 a.m. No disabling Ring Cameras at any time.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3350410vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

James Creek

Located in James Creek, this holiday home is in a rural area and near a water park. Seven Points Marina and Blair County Driving Range are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Frankstown Township Memorial Park and Kelly Park. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
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James Creek, PA

What's nearby

  • Raystown Lake - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Warriors Path State Park - 11 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Stonerstown Recreational Park - 12 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Trough Creek State Park - 13 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Martinsburg Library - 16 min drive - 19.1 km

Getting around

  • Huntingdon Station - 27 min drive
  • Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bistro At The Village Green - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Traditions Restaurant & Bakery - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Original Italian Pizza - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mamie's Cafe & Bakery - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Fox's Pizza Den - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Built in the 1850's, this home has a big story to tell! Boat park. avail. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Built in the 1850's, this home has a big story to tell! Boat park. avail.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Built in the 1850's, this home has a big story to tell! Boat park. avail.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Built in the 1850's, this home has a big story to tell! Boat park. avail.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Built in the 1850's, this home has a big story to tell! Boat park. avail. located?

This family-friendly James Creek holiday home is located in a rural location, 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Raystown Lake, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Weaver Falls Access Area and Stonerstown Recreational Park. Warriors Path State Park and Trough Creek State Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay!

Located near Raystown lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice place close to Raystown Lake

Very nice place to stay and the owners are very kind and helpful! Would stay again and recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property..very clean . Everything you need for your stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Neat House

Great property with all the amenities you need close to the lake. The owner was very responsive to all the questions I had.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent home for a family weekend to unwind and enjoy the lake. House was clean and comfortable qith an outdoor dining area that was very much enjoyed. We will be bavk!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property. House has a lot of charm and history. House has a shared driveway but plenty of parking and room for all. Close to the lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing property!

Amazing property! We will be returning!! High recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lovely location

The location and feel of the house were great. Worked well for our needs. Very charming.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely home for a short stay

This was a great home for a larger family to stay. There was enough sleeping space for all of us. Thank you for the wonderful memories.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Second wonderful stay

We enjoyed this property for a second year in a row! The property is very clean and had everything we needed and more for a comfortable stay, including toys for our children to play! The location is great if you’re enjoying Raystown Lake. The hosts have made several updates on the property which add to the historic charm of this home. We can’t wait to book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bryan House

A quaint house with everything we needed. The location also convenient for our needs. If back in the area would use the Bryan House again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Bryan House

Very peaceful and quiet. We were able to relax without our children and grandchildren for once. We highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Felt like home!

We were in town for the weekend and chose this property because of its close proximity to the wedding venue. We were just looking for a close place to sleep, however we were EXTREMELY pleased to find this home was so much more! Tammy was extremely responsive and made our check in so easy. The home was clean, beautifully decorated and extremely comfortable! We really did feel like we were home! We look forward to visiting again! Thank you Tammy for wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quaint and Clean

The Bryan House was a perfect location for our family trip. The home was very clean and had all of the supplies we needed, including linens and towels. The location is very close to the road but otherwise it’s nestled along a quiet spring which our kids loved exploring. The location is also very close to Raystown Resort where we kept our boat for the weekend and Shy Beaver boat launch making it very convenient. We will definitely consider a return trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Place for Girl’s Week

This very clean, well appointed house was perfect for our girl’s week get together. Tammy is a fantastic host who is easy to contact and who gets back to you right away. The house has everything you need to have a great time in this beautiful little town, and is just a short trip away from shopping, restaurants, and entertainment in Altoona. Thanks for some great memories!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent House close to Raystown Lake

We had a great long weekend at the Bryan House and Raystown Lake! We had 2 familys (4 adults and 4 kids total) and the house had plenty of space for 8 people. The house was well stocked with a variety of kitchen appliances and linens. Even though the house is only partially air conditioned, the units are in the bedrooms to make sleeping comfortable and with the large shaded lot the rest of the house stayed comfortable even in the middle of July. Our kids loved the yard and checking out the stream. Tammy was extremely responsive and was great to work with every step of the process. We are already taking about our next trip to The Bryan House in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2023
Hello Michael, Thank you for such a great review. We enjoyed hosting your group and would welcome you back anytime! For next time, we have found if you leave the doors open to the bedrooms, and shut the door to the sunroom, the mini splits do a great job of cooling most of the rest of the house, other than the laundry room/downstairs bathroom. And you are right. That room stays pretty cool as well! Thanks again for choosing The Bryan House for your stay! Hope to see you back again soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lake Getaway

Great home located close to everything we wanted to do at Raystown. This was perhaps the cleanest place we’ve ever stayed with so many little extras thrown in. Coffee, toiletries in case you forget something, laundry detergent and dryer sheets and so much more. There really was nothing we needed that we didn’t have. The traffic noise was a little downside for us but at the same time we appreciated not being out in the woods with no one else around. Vrbo was not a good experience for us. We couldn’t open messages from the house owner through them. We ended up calling Vrbo and they got us in touch with her directly but that was extra time and hassle. It all ended wonderfully and the owner was so pleasant to communicate with but I’ll never book through Vrbo again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tammy is an excellent host and very responsive. The property is just as it is described.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Bryan House is very conveniently located to Raystown Lake and the Resort. We've stayed at the property several times and each time there's something new or upgraded. Tammy is a great host and very open with communication. While the property is aged, there is lots of charm and character. We'll certainly be back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026

About the host

Hosted by Tammy

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We are a family of five whose kids are getting older, and we wanted to find something to do with all of our "spare" time, so why not make a business out of making people's lives more fun!
We work hard to make sure your vacation is everything you want it to be. Please feel free to reach out with any questions, or if there's any way we can make your vacation better!

Why they chose this property

This property has rich history. It was built in 1832 and was owned by the same family until recent years.
It has beautiful scenery, including it's own little stream, and has lots of amenities, including a patio set, a grill, a firepit, and boat parking if asked for ahead of time.
In short, we believe you will love this house just as much as we do!
We also have a "things to do" book at the house, in case you are looking for adventure.

What makes this property unique

We are within a few miles of Shy Beaver boat launch, located in the quiet community of Cherrytown. We are across the street from a church, and have very few neighbors. Those we do have are very quiet. This is a peaceful place to rest and relax before heading to the lake, visiting with relatives, or exploring all that Central PA has to offer.

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