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The River House: stone section built in 1790, borders the scenic Juniata River!

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Mifflintown

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A stone fireplace with a decorative sign, a cozy seating area with a chair and a small table, and a large window providing natural light.
A two-story house with a covered porch, a garage, and a large window.
A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, chairs, and a fireplace. There is a kitchen area with cabinets and a refrigerator.
A spacious kitchen with wooden beams, a large island, and modern appliances.
A covered patio with a concrete floor and wooden beams, overlooking a grassy area with trees and a mountain in the background.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 22

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Mifflintown, PA
  • Place, Juniata River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Juniata County Courthouse
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Messiah Lutheran Church
    ‪6 min drive‬

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About the area

Mifflintown

On river.Stay at this Mifflintown vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Juniata River and 2 miles (3 km) of Messiah Lutheran Church. Also, Juniata County Courthouse is within 2 miles (3 km) and Juniata Valley Winery is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Juniata River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Juniata County Courthouse - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Messiah Lutheran Church - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Myers Park - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Fort Hunter Mansion and Park - 58 min drive - 77.5 km

Getting around

  • Lewistown Station - 19 min drive
  • Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Grid Iron - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Harshberger's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mifflin Hill Beverage - ‬3 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.

The River House: stone section built in 1790, borders the scenic Juniata River!

The River House is a large farmhouse, that borders the scenic Juniata River, with a stone section built in the 1790s. Enjoy canoeing, fishing, swimming, campfires, and more! Watch and listen to the trains across the river as they go by. There is plenty of space to relax, but also so many things to do for those looking for entertainment. The home comes with a large 1 acre plus yard for recreation and games. The back porch is equipped with a grill to compliment the firepit. The house is located one mile from downtown Mifflintown but is relatively private and tucked away. If you are looking to host an event or book a wedding, check out the-river-house.com !

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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
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Canoeing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Rules

No smoking on the property

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Events are encouraged, visit the-river-house.com !

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 99
Note from host: Events are encouraged, visit the-river-house.com !
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99. Note from host: Events are encouraged, visit the-river-house.com !

Frequently asked questions

How close is The River House: stone section built in 1790, borders the scenic Juniata River! to the airport?

This vacation home is 79.1 mi (99-min drive) away from the Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The River House: stone section built in 1790, borders the scenic Juniata River! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does The River House: stone section built in 1790, borders the scenic Juniata River! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The River House: stone section built in 1790, borders the scenic Juniata River!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The River House: stone section built in 1790, borders the scenic Juniata River!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The River House: stone section built in 1790, borders the scenic Juniata River!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The River House: stone section built in 1790, borders the scenic Juniata River! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The River House: stone section built in 1790, borders the scenic Juniata River! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The River House: stone section built in 1790, borders the scenic Juniata River! to downtown Mifflintown?

This vacation home is 1.7 mi away from Mifflintown.

The River House: stone section built in 1790, borders the scenic Juniata River! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 92 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 92 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 92 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 92 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 92 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was in a great location for our weekend family celebration. The host, Elvin, answered my questions in a timely manner. We enjoyed spending time with our family! Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House, was really nice. Very clean good amenities. Elvin is very responsive. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ivan P.

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

Great Place For Family!!

We enjoyed our vacation with family here once again, Hoping to come back next year again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

thomkruise

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

Nice place!

It was a nice place to stay with family.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nick H.

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

Nice place.

Great location
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Susan B.

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

Nice Home and Property

The home was very spacious and comfortable. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Albert K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed for a wedding. House was awesome. I wish we had more time to enjoy it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debra S.

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

Reunion getaway

Lovely home, great location, excellent host
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed here for the weekend for a family wedding that was in the area. Place was very clean upon checking in and had no issues while there. The house is large and located right next to a fishing stream. Very peaceful and quiet setting. The owner is quick to respond to questions. So glad we stayed here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

PATTY E.

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

A Stay In The Country

A perfect setting for our stay during our Family Reunion. Huge, spacious farmhouse that was very welcoming!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cathy N.

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

Lovely setting

Beautiful setting and Elvin is very kind. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donna W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is amazing! It is huge! We had 19 people and didn't feel crowded at all. Not only was there a great room for all of us to gather, but other nooks for smaller groups. And the kitchen table seats 18 people and has 2 refrigerators. Although the weather was cold and snowy, River House was cozy and warm. Host was very quick to respond to queries. Grocery store really close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Arturo L.

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

Quiet stay but close enough to State College

Had an enjoyable weekend with at the property. It was a quiet location yet close enough to attend an event at State College.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Toni S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host is always amazing with incredible communication!! The house and property are fantastic and never disappoint!! This is year 4 for our crew and we can’t wait for our 5th! THANK YOU for making each year a great place to make new memories!!
Water’s low but great colors!!
Soooo relaxing!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brendan S.

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

Great Stay at the River House

We had a very enjoyable stay at the property. It suited our needs well. There was plenty of room and the property was close to all the necessities.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph G.

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

Weekend Visit to Port Royal Speedway

Nice property. Great location for a weekend of racing at the speed palace. Size of the house allowed us to spread out and offered plenty of sleeping options. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joshua G.

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

Great weekend getaway

We had a great time at the river house. Beautiful setting on the river, plenty of space, and lots to do. The covered outdoors area, fire pit, grill, pickleball / shuffle board court, and wide open back yard made it easy to spend most of our time having fun outside. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ivan P.

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

Relaxing

Get place to stay with family!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Overnight Stay After Fishing

Great property with history (1790 farmhouse) Plenty of room. Host was great!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey E.

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

Awesome house and awesome amountof space

Property was gorgeous, old farmhouse with plenty of room for the kids to play and parents socialize. Beds were comfy too!! Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karl M.

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

Spacious house & Great yard

Our group went to a Penn State football game and it was only an hour away, plus we enjoyed the spacious backyard next to the river!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kenton S.

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

Fabulous Farmhouse 💯

Our stay at this property was amazing! The host was effective in communication and the house was nice and clean. Having the Juniata River on the edge of the property was a major plus!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINE s.

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

Beautiful location and plenty of room

This was a wonderful home for our groomsmen to spend the prior night before a wedding at Juniata Winery. Also close enough to drive after the reception. The giant yard and view of the river was a nice surprise
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Amy S.

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

Farm House

We had a really great stay at this location. It was easy to get to and close to town but had a country feel. The kitchen is huge and the bedrooms plentiful. It was the perfect location for us to attend our nieces wedding at a local vineyard
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

B C.

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

Great experience!

We stayed with friends and our kids. Great place! Cool old farm house right on the river. The grocery store is right near by and there was plenty to do for the kids inside the house. Thanks for the great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023