[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # "Raystown Roost" Mountain Retreat Close To The Lake Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48320000/48319800/48319725/889caa76.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48320000/48319800/48319725/f6bda3a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48320000/48319800/48319725/8fbd1314.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48320000/48319800/48319725/837ec154.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, foosball](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48320000/48319800/48319725/ee1d2d6e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location At "Raystown Roost" Mountain Retreat Close To The Lake, you can look forward to a firepit, an arcade/game room, and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 15 ## Popular amenities - - - Kitchen - Dryer - Fireplace - Washer ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### "Raystown Roost" Mountain Retreat Close To The Lake Climb the mountain up Shy Beaver to your home on the mountain yet close to the lake. With a shaded, wooded view of the valley, you're a seven minute drive down the mountain to the opening of Shy Beaver Boat Launch. Our home boasts 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathes and sleeps up to 16. The first floor consists of the full kitchen with breakfast seating for four, dinner table with seating for 6 and living room with wood fireplace and fold out couch, sleeping 2. There is a sun room with futon, sleeping 1-2, and tv which opens up to the front deck area as well as a back deck area with table, chairs, and a propane grill. Also on the first floor, off the living room area, is the master full bath and bedroom with a queen size bed, sleeping 2. The 2nd floor consists of three bedrooms, loft area, and full bath. Bedroom #1 has a queen size bed, sleeping 2. Bedroom #2 has a queen size bed, sleeping 2. Bedroom #3 has two sets of twin bunk beds, sleeping 4. in the loft there is a fold out couch and day bed, sleeping 3. The finished basement level with big screen tv, sectional couch, shuffle board table, chess table, foosball table, and wood stove opens up to a large covered patio area with wooded views and a large covered outdoor fireplace. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - Smart TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 8 steps to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - Handrails in stairways (32 inches high) - Smooth flooring in public areas - Thin carpet in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - Near the marina - On a lake ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Foosball table - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33496900/33496826/2a9e6dd7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful House, only 1.2 Miles To Shy Beaver Boat Launch on Raystown Lake James Creek - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 182 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=33496826&PinnedHotelID=33496826&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27140000/27132000/27131994/w799h599x1y1-299553ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Drooly Bear Cabin: Your Raystown Lake Getaway! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property James Creek Vrbo Property Private vacation home Vrbo Property Private vacation home James Creek ## About the area Located in James Creek, this vacation home is in a rural area and on a lake. Trough Creek State Park and Warriors Path State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Frankstown Township Memorial Park and Kelly Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Galactic Ice, or check out an event or a game at Peoples Natural Gas Field. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our James Creek travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/James-Creek.dx3000455005) [View more Vacation homes in James Creek](https://www.expedia.ca/James-Creek-Private-Vacation-Homes.d3000455005-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C40.29187%2C-78.20570&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=SUPeyvxCb2IidGakhJeXlkd62nQ=) James Creek, PA ### What's nearby - Trough Creek State Park - 22 min drive - 20.6 km - Seven Points Marina - 35 min drive - 33.1 km - Juniata College - 40 min drive - 39.4 km - Lakemont Park and the Island Waterpark - 50 min drive - 54.0 km - Penn State Altoona - 54 min drive - 59.2 km ### Getting around - Huntingdon Station - 35 min drive - Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County) - 33 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Original Italian Pizza - ‬17 min drive - The Grind - Marina Cafe - Happy Hollow Restaurant - ‪Bubba's Pizza & Sub Station - ‬17 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is "Raystown Roost" Mountain Retreat Close To The Lake pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at "Raystown Roost" Mountain Retreat Close To The Lake? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at "Raystown Roost" Mountain Retreat Close To The Lake? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is "Raystown Roost" Mountain Retreat Close To The Lake located? > Located on a lake, this family-friendly vacation home is 4.6 mi (7.4 km) from Trough Creek State Park and 9.8 mi (15.7 km) from Warriors Path State Park. Allegrippis Trailhead and Seven Points Marina are also within 20 mi (32 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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