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Raystown Lake Retreat for the Family Just Minutes from 7-Points

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This shows the proximity of the lodge to our cottage that is available to rent.
Living area
Living area
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Reviews
10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

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Huntingdon, PA
  • Popular LocationRaystown Lake4 min drive
  • Popular LocationAllegrippis Trailhead10 min drive
  • Popular LocationSeven Points Marina12 min drive
  • AirportAltoona, PA (AOO-Blair County)38 min drive

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Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

Living Room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Raystown Lake Retreat for the Family Just Minutes from 7-Points

This listing is perfect for the family coming to the Raystown Lake area. This house is just three miles from the Seven Points recreation area that includes access to public boating, swimming, fishing, hiking, dining, camping, and biking on the Allegrippis Trails.

The house features two bedrooms and one full bath with an updated Bath Fitter tub and shower unit with sterdy safety bars. The main bedroom offers a queen sized bed, while the other bedroom has twin sized bunk beds and another twin bed separate from the bunks. New windows were installed in July 2022 for even more efficient heating and cooling with an updated style!

We strive to be family friendly. While we appreciate a good time around the campfire, we want to remind future guests that parties or large gatherings are not permitted. If the intention of your getaway is to party late into the night with outside guests, we kindly ask that you look at other rental opportunities in the area. Neighbors are few and far between, but we want to be respectful of the ones that are here!

There is carpet throughout the entire house. There is ample parking for boats and lots of room for the kids to run and play. We offer several amenities that we hope will make you feel right at home while you are here, including laundry facilities in the basement. We invite you to use the washer and dryer in the basement, but we do emphasize that the basement is not advertised living space at the lodge.

While you are only a five minute drive from the lake, you are just seven miles from the conveniences of 24-hour shopping and restaurants in the town of Huntingdon, Pennsylvania, eight miles from the quaint campus of Juniata College, thirty-five miles from the excitement of Altoona Curve baseball and shopping at the Logan Valley Mall, and forty miles from Penn State University including Penn State football at Beaver Stadium and a wide variety of events at the Bryce Jordan Center.

Our unique getaway also offers a cottage on the property that would be perfect for the extended family to join in the country fun. The cottage sits just across the driveway. It offers additional accommodations for four. VRBO #1028372 Please contact us for availability and specials on renting both retreats!

Property manager

Tim Snare, Jr.
Premier Host
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Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed
Please be respectful of other guests and neighbors

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only

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
Note from host: Please be respectful of other guests and neighbors
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Huntingdon

Located in Huntingdon, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Raystown Lake and Lincoln Caverns and Whisper Rocks, while Isett Acres Museum and Swigart Museum are cultural highlights. DelGrosso's Amusement Park and East Broad Top Railroad are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Huntingdon, PA

What's nearby

  • Raystown Lake - 4 min drive
  • Allegrippis Trailhead - 10 min drive
  • Seven Points Marina - 12 min drive
  • Juniata College - 15 min drive
  • Trough Creek State Park - 39 min drive

Getting around

  • Huntingdon Station - 13 min drive
  • Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Boxer's Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Muddy Run Tavern - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Woody's Bar-B-Q - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Raystown Lake Retreat for the Family Just Minutes from 7-Points pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Raystown Lake Retreat for the Family Just Minutes from 7-Points?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Raystown Lake Retreat for the Family Just Minutes from 7-Points?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Raystown Lake Retreat for the Family Just Minutes from 7-Points located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Raystown Lake and within 6 miles (10 km) of Allegrippis Trailhead and Seven Points Marina. J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital and Juniata College are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dave M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great stay
I've stayed at the smaller cottage on solo trips in the past and love the location. This time i brought the family and the larger house was perfect. We had everything we needed. Clean and comfortable. We did a lot more exploring of the lake than i have in the past. The location puts you less than 30 minutes from all the boat launches. Seven points is less than 10 minutes and Aitch is about 12. Both were great for my wife and kids to kayak and paddle board. My favorite part was watching my way too old in their minds teenagers chase fireflies on the expansive property. Once again thank you for a great stay and we'll be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home away from home
Very nice clean house with everything you need for your stay! Host was amazing and informed us of everything before we arrived.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and close
We loved staying here, it was super close to seven points marina as well as stores and activities in town. Host was amazing and very communicative. Very likely to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Mike O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Consistently wonderful!
This is my second review of this property. My first "5 star" review was the occasion of a wonderful fishing trip to the area last year. We dearly enjoyed the opportunity to stay here again this year! This property is our preferred "place to stay" when we're visiting Raystown Lake. We love the proximity to the transient boat slip we lease at Seven Points Marina during our stay. It's quiet, consistently well maintained, and ideal for our lodging needs. We'll definitely be returning in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed at location before and like last time it meet all expectations
Had great time.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation
Nice.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love it here
Nice quiet place. Reminds me of home.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

mark l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
weekend getaway
very peaceful friendly and most of all quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Tims places was nice clean and felt like home.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffry D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy Get Away
Really enjoyed our time and looking forward to doing it again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

William G., New Britain

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain Top Hideaway
Property was exactly as described. Beautiful location with very scenic views. Very quiet and peaceful with deer that would venture onto the lawn. Host communicates extremely well and was very helpful. Home was very clean, beds and furniture comfortable. Rental costs is very reasonable. Plenty of area to walk your furry family member if they are a traveler too. We hope to return again sometime soon when visiting the area. Thanks to our hosts for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place and wonderful hosts
We have used this renta in the past and as always it was amazing. The house is beautiful. Incredibly clean place inside and out. The location couldn’t have been better to get to the lake quickly each day. We had deer visit us each morning while we drank coffee on the enclosed porch. I just can’t say enough nice things. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Mike O., Etters, PA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property, well-appointed with easy access to Seven Points marina
We dearly appreciated the opportunity to stay at this property during our last boating outing of the year. The home is well-appointed, comfortable, and 5 minutes from Seven Points marina. A special thanks to the owners for a lovely place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rental Property
This property is perfect for a family vacation. Just a short 5 minute drive to the lake or bike trails. The house sits on the back of the property which gives you plenty of privacy and the yard is very big which was great for our dog.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Millie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful retreat!
This is our second time staying at this house. It is very clean and comfortable. The owners take great pride in providing everything necessary to have an enjoyable stay. It is indeed a home away from home. There was excellent communication with the owners. The Raystown Lake marina is located very close to this home. There are restaurants, supermarkets, ice cream parlors within close proximity to the house. We are already planning our stay for next year during our vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay near Raystown Lake
We really enjoyed our stay here. The place was one of the cleanest we've stayed in. I appreciate the quick responses to our questions. We did have one concern with the security in that the screen door windows weren't all able to be closed/locked and the basement door to the outside was also unlocked upon arrival. The kids loved seeing the deer each day and the location is great for a day at the lake or a visit to State College.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay with family and dogs at Raystown!
This place was great for my partner and I, our dog and my parents and their dog. Very close drive to the lake and marina, but yet quiet and secluded. Lots of deer around, so make sure you keep your dogs on a leash, but spotlessly clean and has all the things needed to cook for a weekend. Conveniently located woodpile at the driveway to buy so we didn’t have to bring our own wood. Check in and out was easy, and we had a great time! Thanks again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gerald B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Lake Property
Super clean,great property lots of wildlife around. Quiet location definitely will return. We throughly enjoyed our stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a family vacation
This place has been our best vrbo we have stayed at near raystown lake. We really enjoyed the outdoor porch and watching deer nightly. It was very clean and the beds were comfy. Location was perfect, too. We saw the host and he was so friendly and kind! We will stay again and tell our friends! Thank you to the Snares!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Trip
Nice property, very private, very clean and open outdoor space. Room for kids to run and play. Great location between Raystown Lake and Huntingdon for food and supplies.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
spring fishing trip
everything was as expected, had a good stay will try it again next year..
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved It so Much the First Time We Came Back
Quiet retreat - was beautiful regardless of the weather and enjoyed our time. We stayed here before and loved it so much we came back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Musky fishing tournament
Amazing property! Very private, clean and cozy. Everything is provided and the owners are wonderful. Last year we stayed at the Snare's cottage next door which was also a great experience. 10/10 and we will continue to book these properties in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leo C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for Tournament Fishermen
Tim was a great host and the property was perfect for a group of guys fishing bass tournaments. We are hoping to make this an annual stay for the events.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely amazing!
This beautiful property was the perfect place for our family to spend Christmastogether. The owner of the property is wonderful - so pleasant and friendly, prompt to respond to any inquiries and eager to accommodate our needs. We truly could not have asked for a better experience, our holiday was awesome because we had such a lovely place to celebrate! The place was clean and spacious, the property is nice and private with a perfect yard for our dogs (and our kids lol) to play. We look forward to returning and would definitely love to stay here again - our children are already talking about next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Tim Snare, Jr.

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Tim Sr. and Virginia originally purchased property from the previous owners to build their first home to start a family of their own. Over thirty years later the opportunity came about to purchase the entire property. We're excited to be able to share with all of you this home that has been near and dear to our family for so many years.

What makes this property unique

The lodge and the cottage are in close proximity to each other for convenient vacationing with your extended family. Together, though, they sit on over seven acres of land, so there is lots of room to roam and play!

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