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A peaceful retreat

Leave your worries behind as you unwind by the fire pit & recharge in nature. Friendly competition awaits around every corner - from pool table showdowns to exploring nearby Raystown resort.

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • 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.

A peaceful retreat

Location, Location, location! Enjoy the seclusion of Breezy Valley while still being close to everything Raystown has to offer. Walk a half mile from the top of the driveway down to the lake to swim, fish, & kayak or drive 3 miles to the James Creek boat launch & put your boat in the water! Breezy valley is a spacious, three-story home on 3 acres of woods surrounded by state game lands. Please note: the turn off of Clappers Run onto Oakwood is pretty steep and contains only gravel. Boat trailers have made the turn as well as large trucks. The first-floor layout is open concept featuring a cozy living room with a wood burning fireplace, fully equipped kitchen with a peninsula, and a high-top breakfast table that seats 4. A King master suite with a jacuzzi tub, a half bath, and a laundry room is also located on the first level. The second floor boasts a King bedroom with work desk & TV, 2 large Queen bedrooms, and a double bed with a pull out single. There is also a full bath with a shower/tub combo on this level. NEW this year, is a fully finished basement featuring a pool table, sitting area with large TV, table that seats 6 for games or an additional eating space. Outside you can relax and enjoy nature while sitting on the wrap around covered porch, having a campfire at the fire pit, or cooking dinner on the 3-foot Blackstone (propane provided). Trough Creek State Park and Raystown resort less than five miles away. Many other attractions are all within 5-10 miles in any direction. Escape to the woods & recharge at Breezy Valley!

Property manager

Todd McSorley

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Spices
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Foosball table
  • Arcade/game room
  • Video games
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Boat on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Golf nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Cave exploring nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

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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
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Dog Waste must be picked up

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 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

Property is also known as

A Peaceful Retreat James Creek
Breezy Valley a Peaceful Retreat
A Peaceful Retreat Private vacation home
A Peaceful Retreat Private vacation home James Creek

About the neighborhood

Map
James Creek, PA

What's nearby

  • Raystown Lake - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Trough Creek State Park - 17 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Seven Points Marina - 31 min drive - 25.9 km
  • Juniata College - 33 min drive - 31.8 km
  • Lakemont Park and the Island Waterpark - 49 min drive - 52.5 km

Getting around

  • Huntingdon Station - 31 min drive
  • Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stocks Dairy Delight - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Happy Hollow Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Eats N Treats - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Those Guys Pizza - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Miss Mollie's Soft Serve Etc - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A peaceful retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at A peaceful retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A peaceful retreat?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A peaceful retreat located?

This family-friendly James Creek vacation home is located on a lake, 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Raystown Lake, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Trough Creek Wild Area and Trough Creek State Park. Weaver Falls Access Area is 11.2 mi (18 km) away.

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A peaceful retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charity F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
We really enjoyed our stay at your peaceful retreat. It was well appointed and perfect for our needs I would book it again if we need a roomy comfortable place in the future in the Raystown Lake area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynne K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
Place was just as described, beautiful and spacious! Absolutely loved the porch!! Was close to Raystown Lake and Trough Creek State Park. Lots of activities there. Had a wonderful weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay for the whole family
Very nice property! Great porch, played corn hole on porch during a brief shower, nice fenced area with fire pit
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway
We had an amazing stay! we loved the enclosed porch and enjoyed spending out mornings and evening out there when we were not out on the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Mountain Weekend
Just the best time at the nicest home, ever. The porch is our favorite feature. Your home is just perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ariel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving family trip
Had a great family trip! Everyone enjoyed the house. The roads were a little rough with some rain but not too horrible.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family weekend!
Property was very spacious and nicely decorated. Great gathering spaces on the large deck...we ate all of our meals on the porch. Will definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

MARK P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
nice get away before summer
property is very nice. fenced in back yard. really close to the lake
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First family getaway
Perfect retreat for my grown children & grandchildren. Wrap around porch with fenced area allowed freedom outside for little ones. A lovely week of togetherness 😊
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
10/10!
Pictures don’t do it justice! This cabin is perfectly spacious, centrally located, wonderful porch for tons of time outside even if it’s raining, has everything you’d possibly need AND meticulously clean. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing getaway!!!
We more than enjoyed our stay at this beautiful home!! It was way more than what we expected and my family wants to go again in the fall!! The house has everything you need and everything you use on a daily basis!! The owner was extraordinary on getting back to me with any questions we had or concerns!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
AMAZING
Simply the best
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sean F., SALEM, OH

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing lake/mountain getaway
My family and I cannot say enough about how great this property is. The location is excellent (it's a just short walk to the lake and drive to several marinas), the wrap-around porch is beautiful and has plenty of seating, and the interior of the house is nicely done with tons of room for large groups. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

JILL M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Cousins
I wanted to take the Cousins on another trip this year, since they had a blast last year. We were all there on Saturday and they loved the place. It was especially dog friendly and we had 3 dogs with us. I would recommend this house to anyone that wanted to get away from the world and get back to nature.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
AMAZING
This is by far the best place we've stayed in. Absolutely beautiful, so clean and great location to the lake. I almost don't want to tell anyone how great this place is so it's available for our next trip. Scott was a pleasure to deal with and always prompt to respond. I highly recommend staying here. Everything was better than expected and the pictures don't do it any justice.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beatrice W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Time
My entire immediate family was incredibly blessed to stay at this location. My husband passed away after a journey with cancer last year so I wanted to make a positive memory for them and succeeded with this listing. It was private but different activities were close by. The dogs even enjoyed their stay. The hosts gave us a memory of a lifetime.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
We loved our long weekend here. The property was secluded yet easy to access. The house was gorgeous and clean. We all really enjoyed hanging out on the porch and relaxing. Thank you so much! We hope to make this a yearly tradition! Only complaint we had was that the wifi did not work well, if at all. It forced us to unplug and relax (which was wonderful!).
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Mike H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
See below
Very nice property-well maintained. One recommendation would be to clean all the bird poop of off the porch railings before renting the unit. Overall inside very clean. This was our second year to stay there and would recommend it to others. Many thanks to the McSorley’s.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica Q., Reading

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Fall Weekend
Peaceful location, huge outside deck, large bedrooms with plenty of space. Loved the fenced in area for our dog, much bigger than it looks! Used the fireplace and cozied up on a chilly Fall day. House is very clean and owners put attention to detail and want you to feel at home. Only suggestion would be a bigger kitchen table for everyone to play board games together. Thank you for great weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Penelope B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
50 anniversary family celebration
The overall property was great and we had a wonderful time. Unfortunately we all got chigger bites and the smell of cigarettes was very strong. We did not inquire if it was smoke free and overall we loved the place. It was wonderful as pet owners that they were contained on the porch and the yard.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deb F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Slice of Heaven!
Great space for two families. We had plenty of room, comfy beds, and kitchen amenities including seating options were perfect. We spent most of our time relaxing, bird watching, stargazing and eating meals on the amazing, covered porch! We even watched a thunderstorm from the porch. We also appreciated the short drive to James Creek boat launch. It was the perfect location for us as we were on the lake almost every day. Thanks for sharing your home in the woods. We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hannah D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic!
We loved our stay. The house was large, well equipped, cute, clean, and comfortable. Love that it’s pet friendly! Loved the large porch and outdoor seating. LOVED the flat top grill. The property was private and the surrounding area was really pretty, lots of outdoorsy activities nearby. Good stargazing. Just beware that cell signal was bad, wifi and TV basically unusable, if that’s important for you when you travel. Good opportunity to unplug, though!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Mountain Getaway
This house was great - the best VRBO I’ve stayed in to date. The house was beautiful and clean, looked well-maintained and nicely stocked. Plenty of room for everyone and the beds were comfy. Hands down, the best part was the covered wraparound porch - we spent almost all our time out there. Only a few minutes from Raystown Lake and many other fun activities, and honestly, not that far a drive from Altoona and even more things to do there! Only complaint is that the internet/cable and cell service are spotty and not reliable. It wasn’t a big deal - it allowed us to turn off for a week and enjoy each other’s company, but it was a small pain if we needed to book a boat online or buy tickets or check weather. Not a dealbreaker though. We’d definitely come back!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meg F., Delaware City, DE

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful, cozy mountain home
We loved this property. The house was perfect for renting, very nicely laid out for groups, with the everything you might need. The owners were very thoughtful, and even provided NYE decor and glasses which we loved. We had a large group of adults, kids, and 2 dogs and had enough space inside and out for us all to be together and still have privacy. The bedrooms are well equipped and the beds were comfy — a nice surprise over some rentals or hotels. We did have an issue with snow/ice and the driveway (unexpected all around because the temps were in the 40’s/50’s) and the owner Todd was responsive and very helpful in getting the driveway cleared of snow and ice quickly. Read the description of the driveway before booking — it is a sharp/steep incline, but as written it’s doable, just go slowly, there’s plenty of space to get up/down. We would definitely stay at this property again - the kids and adults had fun exploring the woods around the house and it was very peaceful.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable stay!
The home was very clean, comfortable and well equipped.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024