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Charming and Spacious A-Frame minutes from James Creek Launch - Raystown Lake

Family-friendly stay near Raystown Lake

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Outdoor dining
4 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10171 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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James Creek, PA
  • Place, Raystown Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Trough Creek State Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Trough Creek Wild Area
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County)
    ‪28 min drive‬

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About the area

James Creek

On lake.You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Raystown Lake and 9 miles (15 km) of Trough Creek State Park with a stay here. Weaver Falls Access Area and Williamsburg Borough Office are within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Raystown Lake - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Trough Creek State Park - 12 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Trough Creek Wild Area - 18 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Stonerstown Recreational Park - 21 min drive - 26.7 km
  • Seven Points Marina - 26 min drive - 25.9 km

Getting around

  • Huntingdon Station - 29 min drive
  • Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Backwoods Smoke Shack LLC - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Fat Freddie's Bbq - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Marina Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Fitzies Pub - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Smith's - ‬21 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming and Spacious A-Frame minutes from James Creek Launch - Raystown Lake

Charming A-Frame home on wooded grounds, perfect for a relaxing retreat. We are 1 & 1/2 miles from James Creek boat launch. We are near the center of Lake Raystown, located near Entriken.
This home has three bedrooms on the second floor. One with a queen bed and a spectacular view, and the other 2 smaller bedrooms with queen beds. The other semi-private sleeping area is on the lower level/basement and has 2 full beds. The lower level has a TV, woodstove, full bath/shower, refrigerator, microwave, laundry room, and a game room with Foosball table, corn hole and air hockey table.

The main floor has a cozy living room area that has a wood stove, DISH TV, and Wi-Fi is available. The main floor has a dining area, and a sitting area with a gas fireplace to enjoy your morning coffee. It has a full kitchen area with counter seating and dishwasher. There is a full bath/shower on the first floor.
The walk-around deck is furnished with an outdoor table, seating, and a gas grill. A fire ring and seating is available off the lower level. There is also a relaxing covered porch located off the lower level to watch the birds and other wildlife.
Boat parking available. RV/Campers are not permitted.
Lake Raystown is the fishing and boating capital of central Pennsylvania and James Creek launch is a hot spot for bass tournaments. We are five minutes from Lake Raystown Resort and Waterpark & Beaches, Trough Creek State Park's Balanced Rock and Swinging Bridge, multiple hiking trails, and great trout fishing. We are 15 minutes from Seven Points Recreational Area and Marina & Beaches, the Allegrippis biking trails, golfing at Huntingdon Country Club and guided fishing tours. Also, hunters are welcome. Walk across the street and hunt the Army Corp of Engineer property.
The house is approximately 20 minutes from Huntingdon, Juniata College and Lincoln Caverns. Blue Knob, Tussey Mountain Ski Resorts and Penn State University are also within a one-hour drive.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,836 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Our lake House

Frequently asked questions

How close is Charming and Spacious A-Frame minutes from James Creek Launch - Raystown Lake to the airport?

This vacation home is 17.1 mi (27-min drive) away from the Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Charming and Spacious A-Frame minutes from James Creek Launch - Raystown Lake have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Charming and Spacious A-Frame minutes from James Creek Launch - Raystown Lake offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Charming and Spacious A-Frame minutes from James Creek Launch - Raystown Lake?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Charming and Spacious A-Frame minutes from James Creek Launch - Raystown Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Charming and Spacious A-Frame minutes from James Creek Launch - Raystown Lake?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Charming and Spacious A-Frame minutes from James Creek Launch - Raystown Lake have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Charming and Spacious A-Frame minutes from James Creek Launch - Raystown Lake have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Charming and Spacious A-Frame minutes from James Creek Launch - Raystown Lake to downtown James Creek?

This vacation home is 0.4 mi away from James Creek.

Charming and Spacious A-Frame minutes from James Creek Launch - Raystown Lake Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property was very clean and well stocked with supplies.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jake A.

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

Vacation at raystown

Everything was real smooth from booking to the stay itself
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leon S.

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

Great place

Was a great place and a great host. The driveway was a little steep and rough but other than that it’s was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie L.

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

Family time

The house was adorable! Super clean, comfortable beds, plenty of fluffy towels, very near water, well stocked kitchen!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kerri

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a wonderful house thst is out of the way from busy areas. Loved our stay, I would like to suggest that the driveway should be driven in a vehicle with high clearance. It is a dirt driveway that has ruts and a little wash out from rain with an incline that is a little aggressive at the end.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Vacation 2022

We enjoyed our stay here very much! Located very close to a boat launch. House is very clean and great communication with the owner. Would stay here again for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny K.

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

Great weekend

Deb was a great host! House was cozy and big enough for 9 of us comfortably! The driveway was steep but we got up it fine. Tons of games for both adults and kids to enjoy! Stocked kitchen. Overall a great weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Doug M.

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

Really Enjoyed Our Stay

The house was everything we expected, it was stocked well with everything we needed, comfortable and tastefully decorated. The outside yard and landscaping is beautiful. The driveway is a bit steep and rough, we were towing a 18' fishing boat, our four wheel drive F250 made it up easily, but it was tight turning around at the top of the driveway. Very close to James Creek boat ramp. We would definitely book again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

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

Raystown 2025

Home very spacious, very close to attractions in Raystown. Outside landscaping very nice.Game room at house great on rainy days Only downfall - No tv or bathroom on top level
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa C.

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

Time Away

The place was very nice. The water smell was an issue. It was a nice location. Nice neighbors.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine K.

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

Cozy Comfort

This home is very cozy. Hosts supply everything you need to be very comfortable away from home. Plenty of nooks and crannies for everyone in the group to settle into, yet large enough living room for everyone to gather together. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

susan h.

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

Wonderful

This is a great place...very spacious. They have everything. We brought so much stuff with us that we didnt need bc it was already there!Would return here
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy G.

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

Total stocked and cool

Our time at this location was easy as pie! Described to a T and stocked as well. I stopped at the markets for supplies and found when I arrived that spices and condiments were present. Left all that I opened to continue the supply process. So kind and nice. Lots of games, outdoor and indoor. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

April M.

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

Perfect relaxing getaway

The landscape here is incredibly beautiful. The home is very comfortable and has a lot of things other places don't. Plenty of towels in bathroom and kitchen. Lots of extra throw blankets for cozing in on the couches. Great little stash of spices for cooking and every type of dish and cooking and grilling utensil you could possibly need. Just bring your food and you are all set. I stayed here alone and it may be unnecessarily large for one person, but I loved having all the space to myself. It would be perfect for a family or group. Surprisingly large space with plenty of places to sleep. Great selection of indoor and outdoor games and activities. The main bed was very comfortable. I spent hours just on the upper wrap around porch, drinking tea, reading, and watching the birds. The property is so peaceful. Trough Creek State park is only about a 15 minute drive away and has so many trails and features, you can spend a whole day out there. Then come back to a hot shower and a cozy place to wind down, make a fire and some mores, or settle in for a movie in the reclining couches. Cable tv plus there are apps already installed so you can log in to your streaming services if you want. I cannot recommend this place enough. A friend of mine that lives in the area was so impressed by it, he immediately looked it up and wants to book a weekend for him and his friends. It really is a treasure and I hope to be able to visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Seyedsaeed H.

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

The best experience I had

Awesome place to stay. The host generously agreed to postpone our reservation when one of the guest got sick just before our trip. The cabin is fully loaded with what you need and more.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina W.

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

Excellent! We couldn’t have been more pleased.

This property was perfect for our family. It was clean and well stocked with essentials and more! 5 stars!!! Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janee B.

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

Family Work getaway

It was beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Perfect Family Getaway

This rental has absolutely EVERYTHING! There was not one thing that we did not have. The huge wrap around porch was amazing to drink your coffee on in the morning and watch the nature. The gas grill is hooked up to the gas line so you can just grill away with no worries. We had 8 people in the kitchen at once and never bumped into each other so there is PLENTY of room throughout. There are tons of family games and outside activities to keep you busy. There are 2 full size refrigerators so you do not run out of room when cooking for large families. The lake was closed due to Hurricane Ida so we stayed at eh house and made the best of it. There is plenty of paring as well in case you have larger vehicles. The property owner was so pleasant and fast to respond. We will definitely rent from her again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela T.

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

Amazing !!

Everything was perfect! We anticipated it to be nice but was surprised at how extremely nice and accommodating it was! Will definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara R.

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

Lake House Adventure

This property was great! The owners were very accommodating and provided a lot of amenities that other properties did not in our experience. Plenty of room for our family and guests, great kitchen and outdoor grill, awesome fire pit, really just an enjoyable visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Viki H.

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

Wonderful stay

Cozy cabin and yet plenty of room. Very beautiful inside and out. Convenient location and yet a quiet get away. Plenty of outdoor and indoor games, nice kitchen. Would love to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

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

Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Shane B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025