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Beautiful House, only 1.2 Miles To Shy Beaver Boat Launch on Raystown Lake

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Property grounds
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, stereo
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher

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Map
James Creek, PA
  • Popular LocationRaystown Lake17 min drive
  • Popular LocationTrough Creek State Park20 min drive
  • AirportAltoona, PA (AOO-Blair County)23 min drive
  • Popular LocationSeven Points Marina31 min drive

Space details

4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, sleeps 11
2200 sq ft
Bedroom 1
    1 double bed
Bedroom 2
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 3
    Bedroom 4
      2 twin/single beds
    Bathroom 1
      Bathtub/shower combo
    Bathroom 2
      No shower or bathtub

    About this property

    Entire place

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

    Beautiful House, only 1.2 Miles To Shy Beaver Boat Launch on Raystown Lake

    This warm and inviting cabin, called Bear's Retreat, is located at Raystown Lake and is nestled in the foothills of the Allegheny Mountains and offers spacious living in a picturesque and tranquil setting. The water is great for swimming, water skiing, boating, and fishing. Bear's Retreat is tucked in a secluded neighborhood, Shy Beaver Lakeview Estates and is only 1.2 miles from Shy Beaver Boat Launch. Boat parking is available offsite, at a minimal fee.

    The entrance to this beautiful cabin is located on the main floor. You enter into the kitchen that is fully equipped for your culinary enjoyment. Off the kitchen is the deck overlooking beautiful mountains where you can dine at the picnic table or relax in the hot tub. The open floor plan leads from the kitchen to a dining area that opens to the great room with a flat-screen TV, stone fireplace, and majestic cathedral ceiling. The main floor has 2 bedrooms. The first primary bedroom has a queen bed with a private bath. The second bedroom has a pyramid bed (full bed on the bottom and twin on the top). A half bath is located in the hallway outside the second bedroom. The laundry is conveniently located on the main floor.

    The lower level has a fully furnished family room with sofas, flat-screen TV, pool table, and bar area. There is a third bedroom with two twin beds and a full bath on this level. The walkout basement leads to a gas grill and a yard area. There is a fire pit where marshmallows can be roasted.

    The upstairs has a second primary bedroom with a king bed and a private bathroom. The loft area has a pull-out (queen) sleep sofa, and fully equipped gaming table for a late night game of poker.

    Our location abounds with fun activities and entertainment opportunities! Seven Points Marina and recreation area is about a 20 minute drive. It includes a beach area for swimming, picnicking, fishing, hiking, and an array of water sport activities. The facility includes a floating trampoline and snack shop. If you didn't bring your own boat you can rent one there.

    Shopping, restaurants, and the cinema are all conveniently located in Huntingdon, about a 20-25 minute drive. Our Central Pennsylvania location is convenient to Penn State University, Juniata College, Lincoln Caverns, Rails to Trails of Central PA, Swigart Car Museum, DelGross’s Amusement Park, Skiing at Blue Knob and much more!

    Property manager

    Diane Bottenfield

    Languages

    English

    Property amenities

    Ski

    • Close to skiing
    • Snowboarding nearby

    Pool/Spa

    • Spa tub

    Internet

    • Available in the house: Free WiFi

    Parking and transportation

    • Car required
    • Parking on site

    Kitchen

    • Blender
    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
    • Dishwasher
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen island
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Paper towels
    • Refrigerator
    • Spices
    • Stovetop
    • Toaster

    Dining

    • Dining table

    Bedrooms

    • 4 bedrooms

    Bathroom

    • 4 bathrooms
    • Bathtub or shower
    • Soap
    • Toilet paper

    Living spaces

    • Dining table
    • Fireplace
    • Living room

    Entertainment

    • DVD player
    • Games
    • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
    • Stereo

    Outdoor areas

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

    Laundry

    • Washing machine

    Comfort

    • Air conditioning
    • Heating

    Pets

    • No pets allowed

    Suitability/Accessibility

    • Smoke-free property

    Services and conveniences

    • Iron/ironing board
    • Phone

    Location highlights

    • In the mountains
    • Near a hospital
    • Near the marina
    • On a lake

    Things to do

    • Arcade/game room on site
    • Billiards/pool table on site
    • Birdwatching nearby
    • Cycling nearby
    • Fishing nearby
    • Golfing nearby
    • Hiking/biking trails nearby
    • Hunting nearby
    • Jet skiing nearby
    • Kayaking nearby
    • Motor boating nearby
    • Mountain biking nearby
    • Mountain climbing nearby
    • Sailing nearby
    • Swimming nearby
    • Water skiing nearby
    • Water tubing nearby
    • Wildlife 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

    General

    • 1 unit
    • Garden
    • Unit size: 2,200 square feet

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    Policies

    Check-in

    Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
    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 not allowed

    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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
    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

    We should mention

    A car is required for transportation to and from this property

    Property is also known as

    Only 1.2 Miles To Shy Beaver Boat Launch James Creek
    Only 1.2 Miles To Shy Beaver Boat Launch Private vacation home

    About the neighborhood

    James Creek

    Located in James Creek, this vacation home is in the mountains and on a lake. Raystown Lake and Warriors Path State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Galactic Ice and Lakemont Park and the Island Waterpark. Traveling with kids? Consider Holiday Bowl and East Broad Top Railroad. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

    What's nearby

    • Raystown Lake - 17 min drive
    • Trough Creek State Park - 20 min drive
    • Seven Points Marina - 31 min drive
    • Peoples Natural Gas Field - 42 min drive
    • Lakemont Park and the Island Waterpark - 43 min drive

    Getting around

    • Huntingdon Station - 32 min drive
    • Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County) - 24 min drive

    Restaurants

    • Original Italian Pizza - 16 min drive
    • Stocks Dairy Delight - 17 min drive
    • Bubba's Pizza & Sub Station - 17 min drive
    • Happy Hollow Restaurant - 11 min drive
    • The Ice Box - 17 min drive

    Frequently asked questions

    Is Beautiful House, only 1.2 Miles To Shy Beaver Boat Launch on Raystown Lake pet-friendly?

    No, pets are not allowed at this property.

    What time is check-in at Beautiful House, only 1.2 Miles To Shy Beaver Boat Launch on Raystown Lake?

    Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

    What time is check-out at Beautiful House, only 1.2 Miles To Shy Beaver Boat Launch on Raystown Lake?

    Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

    Where is Beautiful House, only 1.2 Miles To Shy Beaver Boat Launch on Raystown Lake located?

    Located on a lake, this family-friendly vacation home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Raystown Lake, Warriors Path State Park, and Trough Creek State Park. Allegrippis Trailhead and Seven Points Marina are also within 20 mi (32 km).

    Reviews

    9.8

    Exceptional

    Rating 10 - Excellent. 137 out of 152 reviews" "
    Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 152 reviews" "
    Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 152 reviews" "
    Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 152 reviews" "
    Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 152 reviews" "

    9.6/10

    Cleanliness

    Reviews

    8/10 Good

    Jennifer B.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    We are return guests
    We love Raystown lake and this house had everything we needed
    Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Jacqueline M.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Wonderful house
    This is our 4th year going to Bears Retreat. We love love the place. It has everything you need and it’s clean. The house is close to Lake Raystown resort and Saxton. Plus the boat dock is right there. We have enough bedrooms with bathrooms for everyone which is so nice. We will be there again next year!!
    Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Chelsea L.

    Disliked: Cleanliness
    Wonderful lake house!
    We had a great time at this house. The owner was great with communication, house was clean and there was plenty of room for our extended family to stay comfortably. Also close to the beach areas and boat rental. Great option for a lake vacation!
    Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Dana S., Fenton,Michigan

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Family reunion
    Would have been a beautiful Mountain View if some of the trees would have been trimmed back.We also would have liked too have had more than 1 towel and 1 wash clothes each,and beach towel(because of hot tub)considering I had too pay 125.00 extra for linens.Would stay here again,it was beautiful!!
    Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Brandon S.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Nice get-away from home
    Nice property overall, very clean inside! Seating around firepit could use a little repair but we had no major complaints! Hot tub was refreshing and clean
    Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Brett N.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Reunion of Friends
    Got together with friends of over 20 years for old times sake. Very private and secluded location where we could mind our own business and catch up with each other
    Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Dave W.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Great House
    Had a great guys weekend with friends. House was clean and comfortable. Back yard and pool table were great. Would rent again.
    Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Matt V.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Another GREAT GETAWAY!
    This is at least the 3rd time we’ve stayed here and the listing is completely accurate. Super clean property, well maintained and everything we needed was there. From the hot tub to the fire pit. Thanks to the owners for keeping this amazing cabin available! The Group of 8
    Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Teresa O.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Cousins Reunion
    Beautiful home in the mountains with everything you need ! amazing hot tub !
    Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Travis B.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Weekend stay
    Our long weekend stay was excellent. We had plenty of room for all 7 of us and enjoyed the hot tub and beautiful setting. I
    Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023