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Enjoy the best of Central Pennsylvania, Raystown Lake, and Happy Valley.

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 8•3 bedrooms•4 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Huntingdon, PA
  • Place, Lincoln Caverns and Whisper Rocks
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Juniata College
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Raystown Lake
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Enjoy the best of Central Pennsylvania, Raystown Lake, and Happy Valley.

This three bedroom, two bath home is waiting for you. Located near to Raystown Lake for boating and fishing, Sunshine Retreat - Huntingdon is close to Juniata College, Penn State University, shopping, restaurants and short drive to Altoona and State College. Plenty of parking with room for your boat. All rooms are on single floor with laundry and full bathroom available in the basement. The prefect location to relax and enjoy.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Place dirty linen on foot of the bed
Place used towels and washcloths in laundry room
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Only flush toilet paper in toilets. House is on a septic system. There are trash cans in the bathroom for items other than toilet paper.
Do not dump grease, oil, or chemicals in sink drains. There is a trash can provided for other items and organic material.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3156688vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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 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

Huntingdon

Located in Huntingdon, this holiday home is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Raystown Lake and Trough Creek Wild Area, while Isett Acres Museum and Swigart Museum are cultural highlights. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and hunting nearby.
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Huntingdon, PA

What's nearby

  • Lincoln Caverns and Whisper Rocks - 6 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Juniata College - 7 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Raystown Lake - 9 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Isett Acres Museum - 11 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Little Juniata River - 14 min drive - 18.2 km

Getting around

  • Huntingdon Station - 6 min drive
  • Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪MacTown Pizza Plus - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Muddy Run Tavern - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Rebelz - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Enjoy the best of Central Pennsylvania, Raystown Lake, and Happy Valley. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Enjoy the best of Central Pennsylvania, Raystown Lake, and Happy Valley.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Enjoy the best of Central Pennsylvania, Raystown Lake, and Happy Valley.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enjoy the best of Central Pennsylvania, Raystown Lake, and Happy Valley.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Enjoy the best of Central Pennsylvania, Raystown Lake, and Happy Valley. located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Raystown Lake, J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital and Lincoln Caverns and Whisper Rocks. Juniata College and Isett Acres Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

About the host

Hosted by David Smith

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David and Rosa Smith are the owners of this property. David was born and raised here in Huntingdon county and is very familiar with the area. Rosa was born and raised in Peru, South America, and has been living here since she was 19.

Why they chose this property

Sunshine Retreat is located conveniently in centra Pennsylvania with access to the main roads running both north/south, Route 26, and east/west, Route 22. Raystown Lake is an amazing man-made reservoir that was created by the US Army Corp of Engineers as part of the Chesapeake Valley flood control program. The lake offers world-class fishing and plenty of boating. The Juniata River and Raystown Branch provide opportunities for boating, tubing, and fishing. Sunshine Retreat is also near Spruce Creek, one of the top fly fishing waters in the state.

What makes this property unique

Direct access to Rt. 26 with plenty of parking. The property is often visited by deer, squirrels, wild turkey, and other wild life. The property is only a short distance to a shooting range for those whom like to hunt and also very close to one of Huntingdon County's best golf courses at the Huntingdon Golf Club.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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