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Peaceful, Beautiful Home, Lake Raystown, Pets OK, Kayaks Available
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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 61800 sq ft
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James Creek, PA
- Place, Trough Creek State Park
- Place, Raystown Lake2 min drive
- Place, DelGrosso's Amusement Park42 min drive
- Airport, Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County)27 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Loft
2 Queen Beds
Master Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
First floor half bath
Toilet
Loft bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Master Bathroom
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Peaceful, Beautiful Home, Lake Raystown, Pets OK, Kayaks Available
This beautiful, quiet property is adjacent to the Raystown Lake Federal Lands* and in between the Marina and Resort areas. We constantly try to improve the property, and in 2018 we extended the all-seasons room to the deck, making a large outdoor deck area! We added a fire pit and a new, larger, hot tub! Stroll down a private (no homes front the land), quiet country lane to a quiet entrance to the lake. You can hear the birds singing and the fish leaping out of the water! This is a great place for kayaking, fishing, or playing in the water. (We can rent up to 4 kayaks upon request, in cooperation with another owner, so we must charge an additional fee. You must transport to the water.) The lakeside is also a perfect place for a private picnic or to gaze at the stars.
Just one mile down the road is the Aitch boat launch and fishing pier. A wonderful view of the tree-covered mountains surrounds you. Public guided boat tours are available at the Marina and Resort areas.
You will truly enjoy the smart HD TV in the living room, the regulation-sized (7') AMF pool table, and the 6-person hot tub.
The master bedroom on the main floor has a queen bed and a large master bath w/ oversized Jacuzzi (non-jetted) tub, separate shower, walk-in closet, and Kohler fixtures. This master bedroom has a sliding glass door onto the deck with a beautiful view of the federal lands and the neighbor's pond where you can frequently find a blue heron looking for fish. (We do not have a direct view of the lake, very few lake properties do, which keeps the lake experience from the water pristine - no private docks are permitted on the federal land surrounding the lake.)
The main floor has a dining room & living room w/ gas fireplace. The modern kitchen has every convenience you need including an island w/ a Jenn-Air grill & gas range unit, a side-by-side refrigerator, built-in microwave, built-in oven, dishwasher, & garbage disposal. We also supply a drip coffee maker, rice cooker, crock-pot, and other kitchen small appliances. The laundry room and a half bath are also on the main floor. Grocery delivery is offered locally by instacart: https://www.instacart.com/grocery-delivery/pa/near-me-in-huntingdon-pa. (Zip is 16657.)
The second-floor loft contains two queen size beds and overlooks the kitchen and pool table room. There is a separate floor AC unit, ceiling fan, and floor fan in the loft to keep the air circulating. It has a full-size bathroom with a large standup shower.
There is a screened-in 3 seasons room w/ glass sliding-door entrances from the kitchen, the pool table room, and the master bedroom. It is absolutely lovely out there, and you have a nice view of the pond, which frequently boasts of bird activity. You will hear the birds singing all day, and you will frequently be able to watch the barn swallows careen just above the grass while they feed.
This home has a heat pump, central air, ceiling fans, skylights & nice attached 26’ x 26' garage.
Please note that the pipeline that was installed recently that runs under the lake also went through our property and severely damaged our landscaping, and the emerald ash borer damaged our trees. We are working to replace all, but it will take a few years as I will NOT use herbicides on the property for your safety!
Our rental agreement can be downloaded from this listing. It is your responsibility to sign and return the agreement. If you fail to do this, you nonetheless IRREVOCABLY AGREE TO ALL OF THE TERMS OF THE AGREEMENT BY PAYING THE RENTAL FEE.
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Just one mile down the road is the Aitch boat launch and fishing pier. A wonderful view of the tree-covered mountains surrounds you. Public guided boat tours are available at the Marina and Resort areas.
You will truly enjoy the smart HD TV in the living room, the regulation-sized (7') AMF pool table, and the 6-person hot tub.
The master bedroom on the main floor has a queen bed and a large master bath w/ oversized Jacuzzi (non-jetted) tub, separate shower, walk-in closet, and Kohler fixtures. This master bedroom has a sliding glass door onto the deck with a beautiful view of the federal lands and the neighbor's pond where you can frequently find a blue heron looking for fish. (We do not have a direct view of the lake, very few lake properties do, which keeps the lake experience from the water pristine - no private docks are permitted on the federal land surrounding the lake.)
The main floor has a dining room & living room w/ gas fireplace. The modern kitchen has every convenience you need including an island w/ a Jenn-Air grill & gas range unit, a side-by-side refrigerator, built-in microwave, built-in oven, dishwasher, & garbage disposal. We also supply a drip coffee maker, rice cooker, crock-pot, and other kitchen small appliances. The laundry room and a half bath are also on the main floor. Grocery delivery is offered locally by instacart: https://www.instacart.com/grocery-delivery/pa/near-me-in-huntingdon-pa. (Zip is 16657.)
The second-floor loft contains two queen size beds and overlooks the kitchen and pool table room. There is a separate floor AC unit, ceiling fan, and floor fan in the loft to keep the air circulating. It has a full-size bathroom with a large standup shower.
There is a screened-in 3 seasons room w/ glass sliding-door entrances from the kitchen, the pool table room, and the master bedroom. It is absolutely lovely out there, and you have a nice view of the pond, which frequently boasts of bird activity. You will hear the birds singing all day, and you will frequently be able to watch the barn swallows careen just above the grass while they feed.
This home has a heat pump, central air, ceiling fans, skylights & nice attached 26’ x 26' garage.
Please note that the pipeline that was installed recently that runs under the lake also went through our property and severely damaged our landscaping, and the emerald ash borer damaged our trees. We are working to replace all, but it will take a few years as I will NOT use herbicides on the property for your safety!
Our rental agreement can be downloaded from this listing. It is your responsibility to sign and return the agreement. If you fail to do this, you nonetheless IRREVOCABLY AGREE TO ALL OF THE TERMS OF THE AGREEMENT BY PAYING THE RENTAL FEE.
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Amenities
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Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 13–17
Children are ok, but please note we have a hot tub
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Never. Party = expulsion with no refund.
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About the area
James Creek
Located in James Creek, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Trough Creek State Park and Canoe Creek State Park, while Isett Acres Museum and Swigart Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

James Creek, PA
What's nearby
- Raystown Lake - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
- Juniata College - 16 min drive - 20.3 km
- DelGrosso's Amusement Park - 42 min drive - 61.5 km
- Penn State Altoona - 50 min drive - 71.2 km
- Saint Francis University - 60 min drive - 90.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- MacTown Pizza Plus - 10 min drive
- The Sizzler - 26 min drive
- Fat Freddie's Bbq - 9 min drive
- Backwoods Smoke Shack LLC - 9 min drive
- Oakridge Lodge - 10 min drive
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Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
29 Dec, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jen G.
3 Nov, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jen G.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lori B.
12 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lori B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
richard b.
27 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
richard b.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Anna S.
5 Oct, 2025
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Anna S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Alison R.
13 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alison R.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Andrew B.
27 Sept, 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Andrew B.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Robert K.
6 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation get aways
Robert K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lindsey W.
17 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lindsey W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Barbara L.
22 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Getaway
Barbara L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Theresa G.
24 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Theresa G.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Diane M.
13 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
weekend getaway
Diane M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Paula M.
10 Jan, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay.
Paula M.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
8/10 Good
Braden S.
4 Nov, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Getaway
Braden S.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Charolette O.
7 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend get away
Charolette O.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
David D.
15 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
David D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
william b.
9 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice
william b.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Courtney M.
5 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place and amazing location
Courtney M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jessica S.
17 Jan, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, beautiful property!
Jessica S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Stacy M.
10 Sept, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anniversary trip
Stacy M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Emily G.
2 Apr, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Rental!
Emily G.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kelly E.
21 Jan, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday Getaway
Kelly E.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Patty H.
12 May, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Graduation Relaxation
Patty H.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joan W.
9 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Long Weekend Getaway
Joan W.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer T.
19 Nov, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing getaway
Jennifer T.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
About the host
Hosted by Faith M. Lucchesi
A family-owned business, BD Realty is a bunch of us who hope to offer vacation get-aways to others. We enjoy spending time at the house when we can get away and be together and we hope you love it as much as we do! We strive to eat, drink and be merry. We hope you do too! Doing it at the lake is a bonus!
Why they chose this property
The location provides for a quiet, peaceful stay. This is a 'get-away' property, and if you love wildlife, you can see Eagles, Bobcats, Fox, Deer and many smaller, beautiful critters by just strolling quietly in the woods. Of course, you have to know how to look for them. We love the lake and playing in the water. Please note that the pipeline that was installed recently that runs under the lake also went through our property and severely damaged our landscaping, and the emerald ash borer damaged our trees. We are working to replace all, but it will take a few years as I will NOT use herbicides on the property for your safety!
What makes this property unique
The hot tub in the three seasons room followed by several rounds of pool while watching the big screen HDTV!
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