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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace, books
2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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James Creek, PA
  • Raystown Lake
    4 min drive
  • Trough Creek State Park
    20 min drive
  • Seven Points Marina
    28 min drive
  • Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County)
    27 min drive

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About the area

James Creek

On lake.You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Raystown Lake and 9 miles (15 km) of Trough Creek State Park with a stay here. Weaver Falls Access Area and Williamsburg Borough Office are within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Raystown Lake - 4 min drive
  • Trough Creek State Park - 20 min drive
  • Seven Points Marina - 28 min drive
  • Juniata College - 30 min drive
  • Penn State Altoona - 49 min drive

Getting around

  • Huntingdon Station - 28 min drive
  • Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fat Freddie's BBQ - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Eats N Treats - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Country Smokehouse - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Those Guys Pizza - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Smitty’s Eats n Treats - ‬20 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cozy vacation near boat launch - Raystown Lake

Quiet, rustic cozy home on wooded grounds, perfect for a relaxing getaway. We are 1 1/2 miles from James Creek boat launch near the center of Lake Raystown, located near Entriken. This home has two bedrooms, one on the first floor with a queen bed, and the other, on the second floor, with two queen beds.. The second bedroom also sports an upright piano for the musical guest. Wi-Fi is available. Deck is furnished with outdoor tables, seating, and a gas grill. A fire ring is available off the deck for making s'mores and the ingredients are complimentary! Firewood is available for $10/wheelbarrow load. RV/Campers not permitted. Plenty of bird-watching and chattering squirrels. See our tourist guide booklet for all kinds of fun things to do. Have a great time!

Lake Raystown is the fishing and boating capital of central Pennsylvania and James Creek launch is a hot spot for bass tournaments. Five minutes from Lake Raystown Resort and Waterpark and Trough Creek State Park's Balanced Rock and Swinging Bridge, multiple hiking trails, and great trout fishing. Multiple geocaching opportunities in the area. 15 minutes from Seven Points Recreational Area and Marina and the Allegrippis biking trails. Guided fishing tours and lake beaches at Seven Points Recreational Area and Raystown Lake Resort. Great hunting in this area in the fall.

The house is approximately 18 miles from Huntingdon , Juniata College , Lincoln Cavern. Blue Knob and Tussey Mountain Ski Resorts within 1 hour. Penn State University is also within an hours drive.

Check-in/Check-out:
4:00 pm Check-in
11:00 am Check-out
Early/late check-out can be arranged


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Property manager

Julie

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: NO smoking inside.

Location highlights

  • On the lake

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Max of 2 .Please dispose of pet's deposits

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Cozy Getaway Near Boat Launch - Raystown Lake James Creek

Cozy vacation near boat launch - Raystown Lake Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 217 out of 227 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 227 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 227 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 227 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 227 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
James Creek
This property is one of our most favorite stays ever. Cabin has everything you could possibly ask for and then some. 5 stars all around! Can’t wait to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Dara M., Pittsburgh

Liked: Cleanliness
Time away
Nice… far from stores and restaurants… not near lake… non working indoor fireplace but fireplace noted on web
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marlin R.

Liked: Cleanliness
3044 entrenet rd
This was a beautiful clean property. We loved everything. Will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia L.

Liked: Cleanliness
James Creek Cabin - Stay @2
This is the second time this year we have stayed at this cabin. Absolutely love it. The weather cooperated allowing us to boat on Raystown Lake and have fires in the evening in the fire ring. We will definitely will be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Family Vacation
This is our 6th summer staying here. Our kids and grandkids join my husband and me. A very relaxing property, yet close enough to Seven Points beach area and Raystown Resort for the water park. We can’t say enough about how nice this place is! Hoping to go for many more years.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
This place is so magical! I stayed here with my husband, sister and her 4 kids over 4th of July weekend. There was plenty of space for all of us to feel comfortable, and Julie and her husband provided everything we needed to feel at home. I loved having my coffee on the porch in the morning while I listened to the birds chirp. The property is so private that I don’t think anyone could hear the kids’ little shrieks of joy and laughter while playing in the yard. I couldn’t ask for a better place to make memories with my nieces and nephews.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kayak trip
Lovely cabin in peaceful location. Secluded. Nice patio and yard with firepit. Leave your boat trailer at the bottom of the hill! It is close to launch site.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Raystown Lake Stay #2
This is the second time we stayed at Julie's cabin and it did not disappoint! As previous reviews note, this cabin is immaculate and has everything we needed for our boating adventures since it is only minutes away from the James Creek boat launch. We enjoyed our meals on the deck and fires and smores in the evenings around the fire pit. We accidently locked ourselves out one evening and Julie responded to our phone call immediately! We already have this cabin booked again in September with our friends from the DC area. Can't wait to come back!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Very clean! We had a great vacation and hope to come back again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday getaway
Was definitely impressed on the cabin, very clean And comfortable location was convenient to everything when they said it’s all you have to bring is food because everything else is provided very correct would definitely recommend booking this cabin and we would definitely go again
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded getaway
The cabin was perfect! Everything was exactly as advertised. Location is exceptional as well, very private and quiet. The perfect setting to relax after a day of fishing. Thank you again to our host for giving us the opportunity to stay at you rental.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice
Excellent in every way. Very clean well stocked and an excellent location. We will return.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

j T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to go
Great getaway. Quiet, clean, relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chuck M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy & Comfortable
Beautiful cabin. So clean - i mean spotless. The cabin is so cozy and decorated just beautifully. We had an amazing stay. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynette M., Schuylkill County, PA USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Book this cabin!
Wonderful as usual. Great place to relax. Julie is a great host. Who else would leave you the makings for s'mores? Good communication with her, as usual. You won't be sorry if you book a stay here. We've been going for years.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glen K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable getaway
Very nice, quiet, exceptionally clean property. Enjoyed oir time away.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cabin
This was our tenth year staying at this cozy cabin. The location is great. The cabin is just wonderful. Planning for our eleventh year stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Cabin
I rarely leave a review but I thought it was 100% warranted in this case. The house was the cleanest, most orderly, and well-maintained cabin I have ever stayed in. Everything in the house had a function, was well thought out, and it had just about everything we needed. It's centrally located and perfect for whatever you're looking to do. In our case, mountain biking and relaxing. The owners responded quickly and are top notch. Thanks again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

William C., Sunbury, Pa

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
Very clean and neat. Our second year here. Great deck and outdoor sitting area.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trista M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect and Peaceful
We absolutely loved our stay. The cottage was so clean which made us feel comfortable and at home. It was so peaceful and quiet. We had everything we needed and the property owner responded quickly when needed. We were truly impressed with all the little touches that made our stay feel like we we right at home. We will definitely be going back! 💕
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacay
Cabin was cozy, welcoming,. Area was woodsy and quiet. Very enjoyable.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxation at its finest
We love this cottage! Always clean and has everything you need. The property is so quiet and relaxing. The host is always so accommodating. I don’t think I ever had to call her, but, she always leaves contact info in case we need something. I highly recommend staying here. We spend our days at the lake, and nights at the fire pit. This is our 5th family vacation here, and we hope to come back many more years!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy H., North Huntingdon Pennsylvania

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it!
Beautiful cottage in the woods. We had a wonderful stay! Hope to return in the fall.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
This was our second year staying here. It is a a wonderful place to get away from the daily hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Time
Beautiful cottage with all the comforts of home. Close proximity to all the activities Raystown Lake has to offer. Quiet location ideal for spending time with family and enjoying the outdoors. Our family (2 adults, 4 teenagers) would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023