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"Raystown Roost" Mountain Retreat Close To The Lake

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Property grounds
Exterior
4 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, table football
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 15

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Fireplace
    FireplaceFireplace
  • Dryer
    DryerDryer

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
James Creek, PA
  • Popular LocationTrough Creek State Park13 min drive
  • AirportAltoona, PA (AOO-Blair County)33 min drive
  • Popular LocationSeven Points Marina35 min drive
  • Popular LocationRaystown Lake45 min drive

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About the area

James Creek

A family-friendly stay in James Creek awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be 7.4 km (4.6 mi) from Trough Creek State Park and 15.7 km (9.8 mi) from Warriors Path State Park. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features 3.5 bathrooms, a patio and a sofa bed. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a games room and barbecues. .In the area of this James Creek holiday home, you'll find Raystown Lake.

What's nearby

  • Trough Creek State Park - 13 min drive
  • Juniata College - 33 min drive
  • Seven Points Marina - 35 min drive
  • Raystown Lake - 45 min drive
  • Penn State Altoona - 47 min drive

Getting around

  • Huntingdon Station - 35 min drive
  • Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Original Italian Pizza - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Stocks Dairy Delight - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Bubba's Pizza & Sub Station - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Happy Hollow Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Ice Box - ‬17 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.

"Raystown Roost" Mountain Retreat Close To The Lake

Climb the mountain up Shy Beaver to your home on the mountain yet close to the lake. With a shaded, wooded view of the valley, you're a seven minute drive down the mountain to the opening of Shy Beaver Boat Launch. Our home boasts 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathes and sleeps up to 16. The first floor consists of the full kitchen with breakfast seating for four, dinner table with seating for 6 and living room with wood fireplace and fold out couch, sleeping 2. There is a sun room with futon, sleeping 1-2, and tv which opens up to the front deck area as well as a back deck area with table, chairs, and a propane grill. Also on the first floor, off the living room area, is the master full bath and bedroom with a queen size bed, sleeping 2. The 2nd floor consists of three bedrooms, loft area, and full bath. Bedroom #1 has a queen size bed, sleeping 2. Bedroom #2 has a queen size bed, sleeping 2. Bedroom #3 has two sets of twin bunk beds, sleeping 4. in the loft there is a fold out couch and day bed, sleeping 3. The finished basement level with big screen tv, sectional couch, shuffle board table, chess table, foosball table, and wood stove opens up to a large covered patio area with wooded views and a large covered outdoor fireplace.

Property manager

Ian C.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking 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

  • 1 unit

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 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. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property James Creek
Vrbo Property Private vacation home
Vrbo Property Private vacation home James Creek

Frequently asked questions

Does "Raystown Roost" Mountain Retreat Close To The Lake have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is "Raystown Roost" Mountain Retreat Close To The Lake family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as an arcade and a BBQ, it's no surprise that "Raystown Roost" Mountain Retreat Close To The Lake is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at "Raystown Roost" Mountain Retreat Close To The Lake?

No, "Raystown Roost" Mountain Retreat Close To The Lake does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at "Raystown Roost" Mountain Retreat Close To The Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at "Raystown Roost" Mountain Retreat Close To The Lake?

No, pets are not allowed.

"Raystown Roost" Mountain Retreat Close To The Lake Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Juana A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Raystown Roost
Stayed here for family vacation. Excellent cabin, better than advertised. Kids enjoyed game room and watching movies. Adults loved the outdoor fireplace and seating. Not much of a view in the summer (I'm sure when the leaves fall you can see the mountain) but very peaceful and quiet outdoors. Beds very comfortable and the kids loved the bunk bedroom. Would be nice to have some storage space for food since the main cabinet is locked. Ride up the mountain was a tad scary but obviously can't be helped- just keep that in mind with people unfamiliar with mountain driving or pulling trailer/boat. Overall fantastic stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Fun at the Raystown Roost
Fun time with family and friends.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Penn State Graduation
Family visiting for my son’s graduation and We stayed at Raystown Roost for the weekend! Plenty of room for everyone, Beautiful and peaceful area to visit and celebrate! Absolutely loved the fireplace and covered outside area!!!!so comfortable, clean, and would love to visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Time Fun & Games
The property was perfect for our family celebration of my teenage daughter’s birthday. We were able to cook breakfasts, lunches, and dinners for the whole family. Sleeping accommodations were perfect and satisfied everyone’s needs. We will definitely have his property on our list to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirk S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Appreciate the hospitality , it was a great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Property
Great property for our group stay. Plenty of space for us, and the game room in the basement was a nice feature. Great views of the valley, too. Thanks for hosting our family weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay for PSU Weekend
I always enjoy staying at this place for the weekend with friends/family. It’s a great place to relax and enjoy some down time with good people.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommend
Every detail was thought of. A beautiful property! No stone was left unturned.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rural Retreat
This property is a great a getaway for a large group. There is plenty of space to gather on the main floor, basement gameroom, deck, and outdoor fireplace.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

MaryKate P.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Roost
Everything was terrific from check-in to checkout. We received tons of information prior to our stay, all of which made our stay more enjoyable. This house is lovely, has a perfectly stocked kitchen, in a beautiful area, super clean and the host was fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenell A., Lancaster, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cabin in a remote location
We were here for a bachelorette party and had a wonderful time! The location was beautiful and private, but I will say that it was helpful to have four-wheel drive because of the gravel roads and steep grade. The cabin itself was perfect for what we needed.... everything was very clean and all the beds were comfy.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kara S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friends getaway
Beautiful home- we would definitely rent again! House was immaculate and comfortable. We did not tow our boat up to property we used recommended offsite parking which was very convenient to house and lake. Highly recommend renting this house!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home for Family Getaway
This was a beautiful home nestled in the woods at the top of a mountain. The home was spacious, immaculate, well-stocked, and nicely decorated. Our group numbered 14, and we had lots of room to spread out. We did a lot of cooking, and the kitchen had every gadget we needed. The kids loved the gameroom, and we built a fire in the outdoor fireplace every evening. It was so nice that the home was stocked with good firewood. The drive up the mountain takes about 10 minutes and is very twisty, but we loved this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Tyler M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Roost Review
Everything the Roost had to offer was great. We enjoyed the shuffle board and outdoor fireplace. Rooms and kitchen were clean and had everything we needed. I would definitely recommend the Roost to other people and would stay again when I'm back in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
As advertised
Our family of 5 was very comfortable here during our stay. The home is large enough for everyone to spread out, or spend time together. The games in the basement were enjoyable, and the DVD collection was impressive. The mountain community is very nice, and very quiet. We only met one other family during our stay, and they happened to be out for a walk and lived down the street. The house was clean and well stalked. They had just about anything you could need in the kitchen, lots of spices, coffee, enough dishes and silverware for what we needed, and pots and pans. The grill was in good working order, and the outside fireplace was great for making smores with the sticks we brought. Beds are comfortable enough, lots of blankets, pillows, and towels for the family. Raystown Lake resort was close enough for us to visit twice, once to rent a boat and enjoy the lake. Hiking is close by as well, and it was a short drive to state college. We felt at home and will likely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain vacation
The Raystown roost is a beautiful, comfortable and exceptionally clean house. We were a group of 10 of three generations who had more than enough room to be together or go to separate areas. The bonus for the kids (young & old) was the downstairs game room! Also, the owner is very responsive. This is a great place to relax or enjoy the sights.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Weekend
This was our 2nd year staying here and we love the home. It’s perfect for our group and great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gavin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing time in the mountains
This is a great property, I would reccomend it for families and groups.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace & Quiet
The Roost was by far the best-stocked VRBO we've ever experienced. Lots of clean fresh linens and towels plus Kitchen essentials (herbs, spices, oil, sugar & flour). The outside fireplace was well stocked with dry ready-to-burn firewood and provided great socializing hours. The Roost has a super area for playing cornhole and the set of boards are of professional grade. For a rainy day or nighttime fun, there is a nice arcade area with table shuffleboard and 2 arcade games. The neighborhood is quiet, quiet, quiet with adequate space between nearby properties ( shielded by plenty of trees and vegetation) Ian was a very responsive host.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

S A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful mountain home
We enjoyed staying at this roomy and comfortable mountain home close to raystown lake.kitchen was well appointed!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

kelsey h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time
The owner was very helpful prior to our stay. We had a great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew G., Cranberry Twp

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable weekend
We stayed here for the weekend with my family. Its a great house with a wonderful layout.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

James N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Beautiful property with everything as promised. Out of seven years of vacationing in Raystown, this cabin is the best
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
Great house and stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Mountain Retreat Getaway
This property is well maintained, warm and welcoming. The bedrooms including the beds were very comfortable. Check in process and communication was excellent. Can only imagine what this place looks like during the summer months as the the winter view was awesome. Probably the best place we have ever stayed for a weekend getaway. Don't miss your opportunity to stay here. Thank you Ian and your family for our fantastic New Year's weekend getaway !!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022