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Stunning 5-BR Retreat with Panoramic Views & close to Raystown Lake Access.

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A room with a view of a sunset through large windows, a sofa, and a railing.
Completed driveway and parking.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, large windows, and a mounted deer head.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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James Creek, PA
  • Place, Trough Creek State Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Raystown Lake
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Trough Creek Wild Area
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Primary Bedroom and Bath

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

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

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Stunning 5-BR Retreat with Panoramic Views & close to Raystown Lake Access.

Stunning 5-BR Retreat with Panoramic Views & close to Raystown Lake Access.
Escape to the tranquility of our newly constructed, 5-bedroom mountain house, designed specifically to capture breathtaking panoramic views and offer a peaceful escape on 27 private acres in James Creek, Pennsylvania. Perfect for large families or groups (sleeps 16+), this house provides a true respite with all the modern comforts.

Why You'll Love This Home

Spectacular Views: Gaze upon stunning mountain views and clear, starry nights from the deck, second-floor balcony, or through the large windows of the open-concept great room.

Spacious & Modern: Enjoy a brand-new, open design with a fully equipped kitchen, central air conditioning, and plenty of space for everyone to relax.

Convenient Location: The property is just a 15-minute drive from the Tatman Run beach and boat ramp to Raystown Lake, where you can boat, swim, or fish.

Privacy & Safety: Located back a long dirt road within a secure, gated community, you can enjoy a quiet and safe stay.

Property Details

Bedrooms: 5 (All equipped with King-sized beds for ultimate comfort)
Bathrooms: 3.5 (Three full baths and one convenient half bath)
Sleeps: 16+ Guests
Acreage: 27 private acres to explore, with wooded roads and trails

Amenities

Fully Equipped Kitchen: Features modern appliances, including two dishwashers, 48 and a large island, making meal prep a breeze for large groups.
Outdoor Space:
Large main deck.
Grill for outdoor dining.
Second-floor balcony off the 4th bedroom.
Level area with a fire pit for evening gatherings.
Adirondack chairs for relaxing and enjoying the view.

Indoor Comforts:

Central air conditioning.
Spacious great room and loft area.
Games and puzzles for family entertainment.
Room-darkening shades for better sleep.
Washer and dryer available.

Essentials:

Fresh towels and linens provided.
Free Wi-Fi and parking available.

Explore the Area

Nearby attractions offer something for everyone:
Raystown Lake: Enjoy boating, swimming, and fishing at the nearby lake.
State Parks: Explore hiking trails and natural beauty at Trough Creek State Park and others in the area.
East Broad Top Railroad: train rides and museum.
Huntingdon County: The home is centrally located to other central PA attractions and state game lands.

House Rules

Children allowed (ages 0-17).
No pets - We have a family member who is very allergic.
No events or parties allowed.
Smoking is not permitted.
A car is required for transportation.
Book your stay today for an unforgettable mountain getaway!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
We ask that exterior quiet be observed after 10 pm
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please maintain outdoor quiet after 10:00 PM. Neighborhood speed limit is 15 mph. Please ask your guests to follow this exactly.
Our cable rails are not designed to support weight on them. Please do not allow climbing or feet resting on them to avoid damage costs.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3785190vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
Note from host: We ask that exterior quiet be observed after 10 pm
Long-term renters welcome
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

James Creek

Located in James Creek, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. East Broad Top Railroad and Rockhill Trolley Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Seven Points Marina and Blair County Driving Range. Travelling with kids? Consider Frankstown Township Memorial Park and Kelly Park. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
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James Creek, PA

What's nearby

  • Trough Creek State Park - 10 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Raystown Lake - 10 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Trough Creek Wild Area - 15 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Warriors Path State Park - 26 min drive - 24.5 km
  • Juniata College - 41 min drive - 44.2 km

Getting around

  • Huntingdon Station - 40 min drive
  • Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Marina Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Miss Mollie's Soft Serve Etc - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Fitzies Pub - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Best Way Pizza - Lake Raystown Resort - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning 5-BR Retreat with Panoramic Views & close to Raystown Lake Access. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Stunning 5-BR Retreat with Panoramic Views & close to Raystown Lake Access.?

As of 11 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stunning 5-BR Retreat with Panoramic Views & close to Raystown Lake Access. on 11 May 2026 start from AU$756, 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 Stunning 5-BR Retreat with Panoramic Views & close to Raystown Lake Access.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stunning 5-BR Retreat with Panoramic Views & close to Raystown Lake Access.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning 5-BR Retreat with Panoramic Views & close to Raystown Lake Access.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stunning 5-BR Retreat with Panoramic Views & close to Raystown Lake Access. located?

This family-friendly James Creek holiday home is located on a lake, 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from Trough Creek State Park, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Raystown Lake and Weaver Falls Access Area. Stonerstown Recreational Park and Warriors Path State Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nativediva89

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful views & the house has everything you need to feel “at home”. Communication was effortless and the host went of his way to address any concerns! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2025
Thanks for choosing Respite! We enjoyed having you and hope you will come again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

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

Weekend Retreat

Group of mid 30s adults getting away for a weekend and this place was perfect. Beautiful views from the balcony. Amazing kitchen with plenty of space to prepare meals for a large group.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2025
Thanks for choosing Respite Mountain House! We were glad to host your group. It makes us happy that you appreciated our kitchen and views. Come back the next time you need a break.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane H.

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

Great Property for a Large Group

Overall, the house was very nice and the communication with the property manager was top notch! Everything you need is provided, and the the kitchen was well equipped for cooking for a large group. The property listing was accurate. Property could use a few finishing touches but nothing major.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2025
Thanks Diane! We are glad you enjoyed the house. Our seemingly never ending punch list is progressing to complete items after construction. We designed it with groups like yours in mind and are happy that your group had everything you needed to get together.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca L.

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

Friends reunion

Home was beautiful and the views from all the windows was amazing. Chris was absolutely wonderful to work with. Will definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb 2025
We were very glad to have you and your friends. Thanks for the great review and come back anytime! I'm happy that you enjoyed the house and the views!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonia S.

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

Family reunion

We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful home. Beds were very comfortable and stocked with linens and towels. The host was able to accommodate our needs and went above and beyond. It was a pleasure dealing with him.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2024
Thank you Sonia! We were very happy to have you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

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

Great Family Gathering Spot

We had a lovely stay at this property! It was the perfect size for our party of 13. The king size beds were comfy, the kitchen was stocked (even has two coffee pots, two dishwashers, and two trashcan drawers.) It was very clean and had a lot of high-end finishes. The property is on Top of the mountain so it’s kinda a bumpy ride to get to the house, but it was worth it for the privacy. The host (Chris) is such a nice guy and was great to work with. He addressed a minor issue we had very very quickly. I would say a few final touches to the house are needed, but nothing major. We loved staying here!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John P.

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

Great spot

This place was the perfect spot for our friends yearly get together! Brand new, clean, and the host was super easy to work with. He messaged me back and forth right away when I had a few questions. I Highly recommend this place…No complaints whatsoever
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2024
I am very glad that you and your friends could enjoy our place! Thanks for being great guests. Come back any time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William D.

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

Couldn't be more satisfied

The house was perfect for a large family gathering to celebrate our son graduating from Penn State. The pictures are true as advertised. More than enough room in this beautiful house. One of our guests is a mobility challenged senior who had no issues getting around. Stunning views from every room. Sunrise is amazing! Communication from the owners was excellent and they couldn't have been more accommodating. It was a great quiet location to enjoy a fire in the fire pit after a busy weekend.We look forward to coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2025
Thank you for your review! We enjoyed having you as our guests and are privileged to have a small part to play in your son‘s graduation celebration. We very much enjoy the sunrises as well. We will look forward to having you back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg & Tammy M.

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

Great Vacation with the Family

This large rental allowed our entire family (17) to spend a long weekend together, and we had a wonderful time. There were more than enough beds, some games and books. The kitchen was fantastic, we really liked the large oven, supplies of spices, plates, bowls, cups, mugs - and dishwashers (a big plus for 17 eating all meals on site). It is very remote, which we appreciated, but close to Raystown Lake, and Trough Creek state park. Our stay was too short - and too quickly over. We really appreciate Chris's availability whenever we had a question or an issue really enhanced our experience. (it is a brand new place, not completely finished yet, so it is still working out some bugs).
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2024
Thanks Greg and Tammy for coming to our new home! You were great guests and we hope that you will come back. We definitely have some punch list items and the list keeps getting smaller. I’m really glad that you could enjoy Trough Creek and the lake and our kitchen!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bogdan A.

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

Man Cave !!!

If you need remote place to spend quality time with your buddies, stop looking for anything else. This is it. You getting a beautiful house with lots of space. Kitchen is fully stocked, good quality towels and bedding. Lots of firewood and many many more. The place makes you feel at home. Make sure you have AWD car to get down the driveway. I can confirm the house need lots of work in and out. But you getting unforgivable memories and experience!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2024
We were glad to have you! For sure we are working on our punch list - our front porch is scheduled to go in mid-September. After that our driveway will be finally graded to make it easier to get in and out. Finishing the basement will be our winter project. Thanks for coming and for the great review!
Verified

4/10 Poor

Meghan D.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

House Still Under Construction

We arrived for our long weekend only to find the house still under construction. The host unfortunately did not inform us of the current status of the home after reaching out on 2 separate occasions within a month prior and led us to believe that the only things left to finish was “some trim details and install central AC” in which he arranged window units for each bedroom. When we arrived, the driveway had not been finished, was steep and rutted. There was still house wrap showing on the front section of the house. The front porch was not done and they had temporary steps into the home. You walk into the kitchen and living space which was tiled but not yet grouted. The dining room table was a large butcher block slab on 2 construction saw horses with foldable chairs set up. The island was not complete as the backs of the cabinets were still exposed. No tie kick around the kitchen cabinets. The pot filler pipe came out of the wall but has not been installed yet. The top of the oven went was exposed and not yet enclosed. They provided an area rug, 2 couches and foldable camp chairs for seating in the living space. Closet doors were up but not on tracks or usable. More to note but I think that’s enough. We checked into the home for about 3 hours until we were able to find a replacement. This house will be absolutely gorgeous when it’s finished, but I cannot recommend booking this property until the host updates finished photos of the property listing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Chris Labs

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We enjoy days on the property when we can soak in the views, enjoy walks in the woods and time with family and friends. We live in Arlington, VA and spend many weekends at the Respite Mountain House property. Chris enjoys trout fishing at Trough Creek State Park. Angie enjoys walks in the neighborhood.

Why they chose this property

After owning this property for17+ years, last year we decided to build a house for family and friends to gather. The setting is majestic and private. We enjoy the wildlife and watching the sunrise. Some days we look down on the clouds which fill the valley. We have seen red tail hawks, bald eagles, woodpeckers and hummingbirds.

What makes this property unique

We designed our house around the view. It is the first thing people notice when they enter during the daytime. There is ample space for a group. The house sits on 27 acres which guests are free to explore. Chris designed and built the house with Angie’s love of light and the view in mind. It has been a labor of love we want to share with family, friends and guests.

Our 86” TV now gives entertainment options for the rainy days and nights. The fall leaves have begun to turn and sunrises have been amazing. The new range hood and pot filler make cooking in the open kitchen very enjoyable.

At night you can enjoy the stars in a very dark context. Some nights the moon is so bright that you can walk outside without a flashlight. The stars are amazing!

The basement rec room will be the 2025 project and we will change our post when it has been completed.

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