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

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Free WiFi

Explore the area

Mifflintown, PA

Juniata County Courthouse2 min drive
Messiah Lutheran Church2 min drive
Myers Park3 min drive
Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County)99 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

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 !

Property manager

Elvin Ranck

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 20

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Events are encouraged, visit the-river-house.com !

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking on the property

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 !

About the area

Mifflintown

Located in Mifflintown, this farm stay is in a rural area and on a river. Juniata Valley Winery and Little Buffalo State Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Juniata River and Myers Park.

Mifflintown, PA

What's nearby

Juniata County Courthouse - 2 min drive
Messiah Lutheran Church - 2 min drive
Myers Park - 3 min drive
Juniata Valley Winery - 9 min drive
Carlisle Fairgrounds - 61 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

McDonald's - 5 min drive
Clubhouse Grill & Restaurant - 5 min drive
Harshberger's - 5 min drive
Grid Iron - 3 min drive
Burger King - 19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The River House: stone section built in 1790, borders the scenic Juniata River! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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.

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

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The River House: stone section built in 1790, borders the scenic Juniata River! located?

This family-friendly Mifflintown farm stay is located on the riverfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Juniata River and Messiah Lutheran Church. Myers Park and Juniata County Courthouse are also within 2 miles (3 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Nancy M.

4 June 2024

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

Huge property

We stayed here for our nieces wedding. There were 3 families traveling from Florida. There were plenty of beds and rooms. It was very warm in PA and only AC downstairs. Only 1 bedroom had a working fan so sleeping was a little hot; hard for kids! The owners were available to assist us with a few questions. The furniture was very dated and I have a terrible allergy to dust so the older couches were not a good place for me. The back yard was beautiful leading down to the river. My grandson was in his glory looking for bugs and fish. We enjoyed our family time and it was a quick drive to Juanita Winery where the wedding was. It’s beautiful in this park of PA!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cade K.

29 May 2024

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

Wonderful!

We had a wonderful stay at Elvin’s place. We had a small wedding ceremony and reception. Elvin was quick and responsive from the very beginning. The house is just as pictured and the views are even more beautiful in person. We are looking forward to being able to celebrate our wedding anniversary there hopefully for years to come!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra S.

22 May 2024

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

Reunion getaway

Lovely home, great location, excellent host

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Penny D.

16 May 2024

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

Wedding weekend

We rented this to stay for the weekend. My daughter was married at the winery. This place was amazing. Anything we could have wanted, lots of space indoor and out, 3 refrigerators, folding tables and chairs, Cornhole and lots more. It was a great place for family friends and fellowship. Owner was super responsive and easy to work with. Highly recommend if you are looking for quality time with family and friends

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

7 May 2024

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

Farmhouse retreat

Our family had a lovely stay at the farmhouse! It is close enough to necessities (groceries, gas, dollar store, liquor store, fast food), but tucked away in nature. Some bees and newly spread manure kept us from spending extended periods outside at first, and even though it rained there was plenty of covered outdoor and indoor activities and spaces to congregate. The train goes by frequently but we got used to is. Overall lovely home and we absolutely will be back with friends!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024