Whippoorwill Retreat At Raystown Lake Just Down The Road From James Creek

Family-friendly lodge in James Creek with a water park

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view towards loft and kichen
wrap around porch
view from loft to great room
Exterior before landscaping.
will be updated spring 2014
the bears enjoying the campfire

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
S$344
avg per night

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James Creek, PA
  • Place, Raystown Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Lakemont Park and the Island Waterpark
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Place, Penn State Altoona
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Airport, Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 Double Futons

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
The current price is S$344
avg per night

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About the area

James Creek

Located in James Creek, this lodge is in a rural area and on a lake. Baker Mansion and Fort Roberdeau are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Frankstown Township Memorial Park and Kelly Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Galactic Ice and Lakemont Park and the Island Waterpark. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Raystown Lake - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Juniata College - 36 min drive - 34.9 km
  • Lakemont Park and the Island Waterpark - 51 min drive - 58.8 km
  • Penn State Altoona - 56 min drive - 64.3 km
  • Horseshoe Curve National Historic Landmark - 59 min drive - 65.1 km

Getting around

  • Huntingdon Station - 29 min drive
  • Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Marina Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Fitzies Pub - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Those Guys Pizza - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Miss Mollie's Soft Serve Etc - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mcmulligan's Patio Bar - ‬23 min drive

About this property

Whippoorwill Retreat At Raystown Lake Just Down The Road From James Creek

Take a back road to hear the elusive night bird, the Whippoorwill. Whippoorwill Retreat at Raystown Lake is located among hundreds of acres of mature Oak Forest open for you to explore at your leisure. The newly constructed 2300 sq ft. 3 bedroom, 3 bath retreat features a large great room with 20 ft vaulted ceilings, beamed kitchen, open loft with additional sleeper, wrap around porch, screen porch, and open deck. The retreat consists of a basement complete with pool table, a large main floor living area, and a cozy loft. This newly constructed home was first available for rent in 2014. We were fortunate to have many wonderful guests in our first year, and look forward to another great year. Solitude is guaranteed, as your nearest neighbor is over 1/2 a mile away. Whippoorwill Retreat offers quick and easy access to Raystown Lake, with the closest launch only 10 minutes away. The retreat is also less than 10 minutes from the lake overlook and the exciting Raystown Resort and marina.

Come and stay, and maybe you will be lucky enough to hear the lonesome call of the Whippoorwills as you sit by the open brick fire ring, or on the spacious screen porch, for a quiet and relaxing evening.

Amenities

Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere in the building

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Strip sheets and pillow cases only, leave bedspreads and blankets on beds.
Place bagged trash in metal container at the end of the driveway.
We use a laundry service, please place all soiled laundry in the bag in laundry area.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Whippoorwill Lodge is newly constructed and we hope our renters will help us keep it in this like new condition. A full guide to help you enjoy your stay will be available before 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Whippoorwill Retreat At Raystown Lake Just Down The Road From James Creek pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Whippoorwill Retreat At Raystown Lake Just Down The Road From James Creek ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Whippoorwill Retreat At Raystown Lake Just Down The Road From James Creek ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whippoorwill Retreat At Raystown Lake Just Down The Road From James Creek ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Whippoorwill Retreat At Raystown Lake Just Down The Road From James Creek located?

Located on a lake, this family-friendly lodge is within 9 mi (15 km) of Raystown Lake, Trough Creek Wild Area and Trough Creek State Park. Weaver Falls Access Area is 10.4 mi (16.7 km) away.

Whippoorwill Retreat At Raystown Lake Just Down The Road From James Creek Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 294 out of 298 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 298 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 298 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 298 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely accommodations that were very comfortable and provided everything we needed for an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s the best home away from home and so close to the resort where are boat was.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place in the woods! We stayed here to attend a family wedding at Lake Raystown. We enjoyed the walking path on the property!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely a beautiful home and the Metz’s added the extras to make our stay most enjoyable . We would definitely choose this place again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and relaxing. A home away from home.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

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

Amazing stay

This host definitely goes the extra mile!!!! Best raystown stay by far.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

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

Great Lake House

We really enjoyed our stay! The house has several amenities to keep the whole family occupied.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The most beautiful home away from home.If you like being secluded and away from the hustle, bustle, this is the place to go.It is equipped with everything you need.If you don’t find what you need it’s because you did not look hard enough.Already booked a week in July 2026
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

paul s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
photos dont do this justice. this place was amazing. had everything we needed. clean. roomy. outside space. we will definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie K.

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

Perfect getaway

We really enjoyed everything about this property! Beautiful cabin with everything you need. Secluded yet great location close to the lake and Trough State park. We made the most of our stay playing pool, having camp fires, and walking the trail on the property. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas L.

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

Friend's weekend

Amazing cabin, great location, easy and prompt communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had another wonderful stay at Whippoorwill Retreat. Extended family joined us this year and were also very impressed with the house, especially the comfy beds and couches. As always, it was clean and well stocked with everything we needed! Thanks again, Mark & Janet
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas J.

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

Another wonderful stay!

Our 3rd year vacationing at the Whipoorwill Retreat was peaceful and comfortable as always. We love staying here!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy H.

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

Really enjoyed the property and location.

It was very relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

mike t.

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

Place is great!

"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The house was exactly as described and lived up to its excellent reviews. Communication with the host was outstanding. The location was convenient to nearby amenities, yet still very private. The screened-in porch was the perfect spot for morning coffee!"
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly Y.

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

Cabin in Raystown

This is the 2nd time we have stayed here. Our first time was for Thanksgiving and it was perfect and this time was even better since we got to spend more time outside. The pictures don't do this house justice - it's beautiful! Im sure we will be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary B.

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

Superb

Great hosts. Great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

Wonderful mini vaca

So relaxing, clean place and lots of fun.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney R.

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

Mini vacay

Stayed just a couple nights to get away, beautiful place and property. Loved it and would love to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

George R.

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

Nice modern house

House was a newer house and the host provided many amenities. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zachary B.

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

Beautiful Home

Great place and great area to have some time away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dwight W.

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

Raystown stay

We stayed at this property 4 years ago with our same friends. Our stay was there was great. The house had everything we needed during our stay. We will definitely stay there the next time our friends come to visit
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

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

Great place

Always a great experience, always clean, comfortable and handy. Love the screened in porch
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna C.

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

Big nice cabin

Great size, great location, close to the lake. Kitchen was well stocked, beds were comfortable. The only thing missing would be a hot tub, but the pool table was fun!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024