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

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Beach
Terrace/patio
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8214 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

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.

Property manager

Mark & Janet Metz

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

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
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere in the building

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Golf
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spelunking 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Unit size: 2,300 square feet

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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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

About the neighborhood

Map
PA, James Creek

What's nearby

  • Raystown Lake - 9 min drive
  • Trough Creek State Park - 17 min drive
  • Seven Points Marina - 28 min drive
  • Lakemont Park and the Island Waterpark - 46 min drive
  • Penn State Altoona - 49 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Stocks Dairy Delight - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Eats N Treats - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Country Smokehouse - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Those Guys Pizza - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Miss Mollie's Soft Serve Etc - ‬5 min drive

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.

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 ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

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

Situated on a lake, this vacation home 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

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 273 out of 277 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 277 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas L., Pittsburgh

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend out of the city!
Amazing!! Perfect getaway cabin with all the required amenities!! A+++++ Will book again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Really enjoyed the property and location.
It was very relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zack B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Weekend!
House was in great shape and provided all we needed. Hosts were fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney R.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Dwight W.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Barbara O., Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time at the lake
Both the house and location were perfect for our quick family get-away to the lake. The open plan kitchen/dining/living room allowed us to gather and visit, prep meals, play games and watch tv while still interacting. The beds were comfy, house was clean. Excellent firepit, room for all of us to sit. The S’mores kit was greatly appreciated and quickly devoured. The house was convenient to Seven Points Marina where pontoon rental was easy. Should we return to Raystown we will book Whippoorwill again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful mini vaca
So relaxing, clean place and lots of fun.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Cabin, we stayed here before and it is always nice.
Plenty of space for the whole family. Easy access to James Creek. Quiet location we think we heard a Whipoorwill in the distance.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna C.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Jeff T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Vacation Rental
Great rental experience. Everything is very clean and well maintained. We look forward to returning next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Get Away!
The cabin is absolutely amazing! Our two friends came with us and our children and their two friends met us for the weekend. Cabin is one of the best I have stayed at. We had a great time. Was able to rent a pontoon boat for the day. Beautiful area!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful getaway
We had a great time at Whippoorwill Retreat. It deserves the great ratings it receives! We’d go back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Wendy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual Teacher Friends Gathering
We have been coming to Lake Raystown for 20+ years to boat, camp, hike, and bike. This was our first stay at the Whippoorwill Retreat. It is a lovely home. We enjoyed the screened porch, the fire pit area and all the amenities included. We agreed to return again for sure!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Coming back forsure
Loved being in the middle of the woods with nothing around. Great house
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas J.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Zachary B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Superb
Great hosts. Great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carma Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
AWESOME Property
It had everything we were looking for & more! Clean, great fireplace, close to ALOT of great activities- just a great, quiet place to relax with family!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janine V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquil Woodsy Retreat
The photos don't do the large window views of the trees justice. The house is set right in the trees and makes staying here so relaxing. Lucky for us, we had snow, but it would be great to come and enjoy the screened in porch and deck. We loved hiking around the new trail on the property and had fun playing pool and air hockey. Everything is set up for comfort and relaxation.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Whippoorwill Retreat
We once again had a great stay at the Whippoorwill Retreat in Lake Raystown! The house is beautiful and always very clean and inviting, with plenty of supplies. I highly recommend this lovely place for a fun, relaxing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geno P., Pittsburgh

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, private, and great hospitality!
The cabin was VERY clean -one of cleanest VRBO rentals we've had! Private yet easy to find and access. Nicely appointed with all the amenities we wanted. Excellent communications with owner to make sure everything went smoothly and they even offered extra hospitality when some of the weather dampened our plans. One of the best and smoothest rentals we have ever had. Hope to visit the Whiporwhill again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Consistently Great Experience
This is second visit to this home. Alway clean and ready to enjoy upon arrival. Can’t say enough positive about the host. He is very responsive and helpful to guest.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness
PSU Alumni
Great place for a get together for a group of PSU Alums
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheila H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Great place to stay. Just like home.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023