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Beautiful House, only 1.2 Miles To Shy Beaver Boat Launch on Raystown Lake

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A room with large windows offering views of a forest. There is a framed picture on the wall and a lamp on a table.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and large windows.
A wooden cabin with a deck, surrounded by greenery and a gravel driveway.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a double sink, a stove, and a dishwasher.
A two-story wooden cabin with a stone chimney, large windows, and a deck.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Cue up the fun
    One of the few properties with an on-site pool table.

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Patio
  • Arcade/game room
  • Gas barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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James Creek, PA
  • Place, Raystown Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Warriors Path State Park
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Trough Creek State Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom - Main Level

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom- Upstairs

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Bed

Lower Level

2 Single Beds

Pyramid Bed - Main Level

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bath - Main Level Bed

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bath - Upstairs Bedroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Lower Level

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main Level

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

James Creek

Located in James Creek, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a lake. Raystown Lake and Warriors Path State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Frankstown Township Memorial Park and Kelly Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Everett Railroad Excursions, or check out an event or a game at Tiger Stadium. 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 cycling nearby.
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James Creek, PA

What's nearby

  • Raystown Lake - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Warriors Path State Park - 17 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Stonerstown Recreational Park - 17 min drive - 19.8 km
  • Trough Creek State Park - 19 min drive - 20.3 km
  • Martinsburg Library - 21 min drive - 22.3 km

Getting around

  • Huntingdon Station - 32 min drive
  • Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Original Italian Pizza - ‬16 min drive
  • Bubba's Pizza & Sub Station
  • Marina Cafe
  • The Grind
  • Happy Hollow Restaurant

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful House, only 1.2 Miles To Shy Beaver Boat Launch on Raystown Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beautiful House, only 1.2 Miles To Shy Beaver Boat Launch on Raystown Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful House, only 1.2 Miles To Shy Beaver Boat Launch on Raystown Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful House, only 1.2 Miles To Shy Beaver Boat Launch on Raystown Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful House, only 1.2 Miles To Shy Beaver Boat Launch on Raystown Lake located?

Located on a lake, this family-friendly holiday home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Raystown Lake, Warriors Path State Park and Trough Creek State Park. Allegrippis Trailhead and Seven Points Marina are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 180 out of 199 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 199 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 199 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 199 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 199 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was clean and the hot tub was nice. We really enjoyed the pool table and the many bathrooms
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay very much. The home was clean, and we received answers to our questions promptly. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about the place was excellent! All amenities and house are as listed if not better than actually listed! The host was great with communication and helped me last minute to find an anchorage for my boat. Highly recommend this place if you are looking for a place near Raystown Lake!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Even though it rained every day we were there was still a really good time. Have fun with the family. Basement was awesome. Playing pool. Definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great guys weekend at the lake! Would rent this property again, one of my best short term rental experiences.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property that had everything we needed. Really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was described properly less clean place. Would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location very peaceful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time visiting. Excellent location
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friendly host. Very nice property would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Nice house and property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Property

The stay was great. Very clean and easy check-in and out.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This VRBO was the location of our annual friends get together for the second year in a row! Everyone that comes loves it. The hot tub, the well stocked kitchen, the location, and the pool table! Great room for parking and friendly neighbors!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

Wonderful getaway for a family vacation. Gorgeous house in a quiet setting. Only a few miles from convenience stores and Raystown lake. We will be coming back every year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Getaway Cabin

This was our second stay at Bear's Retreat and we love it! The cabin is clean & spacious--the prefect place for our college roommate get-togethers. We can't wait to return next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We all loved it. It was a beautiful house.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

We are return guests

We love Raystown lake and this house had everything we needed
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable home. Three separate living spaces. Bedroom and full bath on each floor. Clean. Had everything we needed. Not much nearby but we enjoyed staying in all weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Smith family vacation

The house is beautiful and exactly how it looks online. Will rent again if our travels take us that way.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Wonderful lake house!

We had a great time at this house. The owner was great with communication, house was clean and there was plenty of room for our extended family to stay comfortably. Also close to the beach areas and boat rental. Great option for a lake vacation!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Thanksgiving

My siblings and I stayed for our Thanksgiving holiday and everything was perfect! Highly recommend the picturesque cabin. The holiday couldn’t have been better. Thanks for the amazing stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our happy place

Love the mountain setting,love the house design,love the space for all kinds of activities!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway

Our stay was very enjoyable. The property was great. Very clean and the owner was great about getting back to us about any questions we had. Will definitely be back .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend stay

Our long weekend stay was excellent. We had plenty of room for all 7 of us and enjoyed the hot tub and beautiful setting. I
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
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