Luxury Mountain Lake Home! Mt.topView!Hot Tub,FirePit,Putting Green,Pickleball
Lodge in Raystown Lake, PA
22 guests · 9 bedrooms · 5 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
About this lodge
Do you need a mountain top experience with the combination of a refreshing lake? We have prepared just the escape for you and your large family or friend group! Come be refreshed with views that boast all of God's glory in the nature preserve below and the sunsets and sunrises that will refresh your soul.
This mountain top home is minutes away from Raystown Lake. Built in 2022 this brand new home was designed for your large group to stay!! It has artificial turf, a hot tub, a fire pit, putting green, tether ball, Weber Grill, basketball hoop, ping pong table, corn hole, pickle ball, Kan Jam, ladder ball, indoor POP-A -SHOT basketball, foosball, a closet of board games, toys/puzzles and a game room. Dual Primary Bedrooms with king sized beds and pebble showers. The first floor is Wheelchair accessible with a Primary Bedroom and bathroom. The Second Floor Primary Bedroom Suite has a walk out balcony!
Whether you like to be at the lake or in the mountains enjoying the views, this is a win-win property. Go boating, hiking, mountain biking, hunting on the federal grounds, to a Penn State game, to a lake beach, water park, or gather with a large group of friends/family!! This home is perfectly designed for an extended family reunion, baby shower, church retreat or anything but a wild party :)
Overlook Lodge has something for every season and age group!! Sit on one of the three levels of deck and watch an amazing sunrise as you sip your coffee or snuggle up inside by the stone fire place, massive Christmas tree or outdoor fire pit. Have a huge meal together around the live edge dinning room table that seats 12. A total of 24 adults can be seated with the the island seating of 6, a pop up table for 6 and a kids table for 2 and a highchair!!
Raystown Lake and Shy Beaver boat launch is 5 minutes away down the mountain! Bring your boat and trailer! Our home has plenty of parking!! Or rent a boat, wave runner, or kayak. Raystown Lake is unique in that it is 28 miles of lake (8,300 acres) to to explore!! It is surrounded by Federal Game Land, all preserved in its natural habitat. This means no homes on Raystown Lake have private access to the water. Our home is one of the unique few that can see Raystown Lake. To get to the lake, you go down the mountain to Shy Beaver Boat launch 5 minutes away! Often you can see the American eagles in the tree tops looking for fish in the early morning or soaring on the thermals in the afternoon!! The deer love to come for early morning lake drinks. We have seen otters and beavers play in the waters edge. There are two beach areas on the lake, two restaurants to dock the boat and get something to eat or get gas for the boat right on the water. Also, many little private coves and areas to explore!
We take pride in our home, and want you to feel at home when you are our guest. We take cleanliness seriously and will do our best to make sure everything is perfect for your vacation. We provide more so you can pack less: linens, blankets, sheets, towels, hands towels, firewood, hand soaps, dish soaps, dish towels, a full stocked gourmet kitchen, two refrigerators, indoor and outdoor games for the kids, pack-in play, high chair, 4 beach chairs and propane for the grill. If there’s a problem, let us know and we will resolve it. We can help you to navigate your trip, make recommendations for eating out and things to do, and will be responsive to your needs.
Stellar STARLINK wireless internet is provided at the home with Dish TV and a washer and dryer is yours to use as well. The garage has a universal EV charger for any electric car!!
The following is the layout of the home:
The First Floor Great Room is open to the dining room, kitchen and foyer. It has a pull out queen sofa. Primary Bedroom 1 is on the first floor and the entire first floor and deck is wheelchair accessible!
The second floor has a loft area with a twin day bed and a twin trundle bed. A Second Primary suite with private bathroom and a king sized bed. Two additional bedrooms each with a queen sized bed.
The walkout basement has lots of windows so it's bright, cheery, and open with 10 foot ceilings. There is a large open game room and living room with a pull out sofa. Two private bedrooms: one with a full bunk bed and a twin bunk bed. The Moose Bedroom has two queen sized beds.
There are 6 private bedrooms:
1) 1st Floor Primary with king bed with bathroom suite and pebble stone shower
2) 2nd Floor Primary with king bed and bathroom suite with pebble stone shower
3) Second-floor bedroom with a queen bed
4) Second-floor bedroom with a queen bed
5) Bedroom in the lower level walkout basement with two queen beds
6) Bedroom in the lower level walkout basement with one full bunk bed, and one twin bunk bed
RULES/RESTRICTIONS:
We will accept up to 24 guests max. Renters must be at least 24 years old, with no rentals for high-school or college parties without older adult (age 24+) supervision, and a commitment not to use the home for alcohol fueled partying! NO PETS. No smoking inside the house. Noise must be quieted/controlled after 10 p.m. per ordinance. NO RV'S PARKED ON GROUNDS.
Our property is equipped with outdoor security cameras, and we will enforce these policies. Renters who choose to throw large fraternity style, alcohol fueled parties, will be held responsible for all damages, may have the police called, and may be have access to the property removed, forfeiting all monies paid. This policy ensures that we can offer a safe and secure guest experience, maintain our property in top shape for guests, and maintain respect for the neighbors.
Check-in procedures will be sent prior to arrival. We will generate a unique front door lock access code to each guest and you may be asked to have your ID for security. If you are coming at Christmas or in the winter and it becomes icy or snowy, 4-wheel or All-Wheel drive may be necessary to get up or down the mountain road. If you have any questions, we can always be reached for current road conditions in the area. You will have our host's personal cell number and we can be reached any time before or during your trip to ensure a wonderful stay at our home!
Finally, we will clean the property after your stay, but we do require guests to leave the rooms and floors free of debris, trash, wet towels, dishes, etc. Sheets and towels will need to be placed in the laundry area and dishes rinsed and placed in the dishwasher. This allows us to charge a smaller cleaning fee for such a large home.
Please let us know if you have any questions. In designing the home we tried to think of everything you would need, we even have two hot water heaters. We will be honored to be your hosts! The mountain and lake combination never disappoints.
This mountain top home is minutes away from Raystown Lake. Built in 2022 this brand new home was designed for your large group to stay!! It has artificial turf, a hot tub, a fire pit, putting green, tether ball, Weber Grill, basketball hoop, ping pong table, corn hole, pickle ball, Kan Jam, ladder ball, indoor POP-A -SHOT basketball, foosball, a closet of board games, toys/puzzles and a game room. Dual Primary Bedrooms with king sized beds and pebble showers. The first floor is Wheelchair accessible with a Primary Bedroom and bathroom. The Second Floor Primary Bedroom Suite has a walk out balcony!
Whether you like to be at the lake or in the mountains enjoying the views, this is a win-win property. Go boating, hiking, mountain biking, hunting on the federal grounds, to a Penn State game, to a lake beach, water park, or gather with a large group of friends/family!! This home is perfectly designed for an extended family reunion, baby shower, church retreat or anything but a wild party :)
Overlook Lodge has something for every season and age group!! Sit on one of the three levels of deck and watch an amazing sunrise as you sip your coffee or snuggle up inside by the stone fire place, massive Christmas tree or outdoor fire pit. Have a huge meal together around the live edge dinning room table that seats 12. A total of 24 adults can be seated with the the island seating of 6, a pop up table for 6 and a kids table for 2 and a highchair!!
Raystown Lake and Shy Beaver boat launch is 5 minutes away down the mountain! Bring your boat and trailer! Our home has plenty of parking!! Or rent a boat, wave runner, or kayak. Raystown Lake is unique in that it is 28 miles of lake (8,300 acres) to to explore!! It is surrounded by Federal Game Land, all preserved in its natural habitat. This means no homes on Raystown Lake have private access to the water. Our home is one of the unique few that can see Raystown Lake. To get to the lake, you go down the mountain to Shy Beaver Boat launch 5 minutes away! Often you can see the American eagles in the tree tops looking for fish in the early morning or soaring on the thermals in the afternoon!! The deer love to come for early morning lake drinks. We have seen otters and beavers play in the waters edge. There are two beach areas on the lake, two restaurants to dock the boat and get something to eat or get gas for the boat right on the water. Also, many little private coves and areas to explore!
We take pride in our home, and want you to feel at home when you are our guest. We take cleanliness seriously and will do our best to make sure everything is perfect for your vacation. We provide more so you can pack less: linens, blankets, sheets, towels, hands towels, firewood, hand soaps, dish soaps, dish towels, a full stocked gourmet kitchen, two refrigerators, indoor and outdoor games for the kids, pack-in play, high chair, 4 beach chairs and propane for the grill. If there’s a problem, let us know and we will resolve it. We can help you to navigate your trip, make recommendations for eating out and things to do, and will be responsive to your needs.
Stellar STARLINK wireless internet is provided at the home with Dish TV and a washer and dryer is yours to use as well. The garage has a universal EV charger for any electric car!!
The following is the layout of the home:
The First Floor Great Room is open to the dining room, kitchen and foyer. It has a pull out queen sofa. Primary Bedroom 1 is on the first floor and the entire first floor and deck is wheelchair accessible!
The second floor has a loft area with a twin day bed and a twin trundle bed. A Second Primary suite with private bathroom and a king sized bed. Two additional bedrooms each with a queen sized bed.
The walkout basement has lots of windows so it's bright, cheery, and open with 10 foot ceilings. There is a large open game room and living room with a pull out sofa. Two private bedrooms: one with a full bunk bed and a twin bunk bed. The Moose Bedroom has two queen sized beds.
There are 6 private bedrooms:
1) 1st Floor Primary with king bed with bathroom suite and pebble stone shower
2) 2nd Floor Primary with king bed and bathroom suite with pebble stone shower
3) Second-floor bedroom with a queen bed
4) Second-floor bedroom with a queen bed
5) Bedroom in the lower level walkout basement with two queen beds
6) Bedroom in the lower level walkout basement with one full bunk bed, and one twin bunk bed
RULES/RESTRICTIONS:
We will accept up to 24 guests max. Renters must be at least 24 years old, with no rentals for high-school or college parties without older adult (age 24+) supervision, and a commitment not to use the home for alcohol fueled partying! NO PETS. No smoking inside the house. Noise must be quieted/controlled after 10 p.m. per ordinance. NO RV'S PARKED ON GROUNDS.
Our property is equipped with outdoor security cameras, and we will enforce these policies. Renters who choose to throw large fraternity style, alcohol fueled parties, will be held responsible for all damages, may have the police called, and may be have access to the property removed, forfeiting all monies paid. This policy ensures that we can offer a safe and secure guest experience, maintain our property in top shape for guests, and maintain respect for the neighbors.
Check-in procedures will be sent prior to arrival. We will generate a unique front door lock access code to each guest and you may be asked to have your ID for security. If you are coming at Christmas or in the winter and it becomes icy or snowy, 4-wheel or All-Wheel drive may be necessary to get up or down the mountain road. If you have any questions, we can always be reached for current road conditions in the area. You will have our host's personal cell number and we can be reached any time before or during your trip to ensure a wonderful stay at our home!
Finally, we will clean the property after your stay, but we do require guests to leave the rooms and floors free of debris, trash, wet towels, dishes, etc. Sheets and towels will need to be placed in the laundry area and dishes rinsed and placed in the dishwasher. This allows us to charge a smaller cleaning fee for such a large home.
Please let us know if you have any questions. In designing the home we tried to think of everything you would need, we even have two hot water heaters. We will be honored to be your hosts! The mountain and lake combination never disappoints.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Raystown Lake, PA
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Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0
I don't know where to begin. Before we even stepped foot in this gorgeous home we had wonderful communication with Dawn. Three generations of my family had an amazing time. There was plenty of space and things to do at this property. The views were breathtaking. Five stars are not enough!!!!!
10.0 / 10.0
Overlook Lodge was absolutely fabulous! The home exceeded our expectations and was even more spectacular than the pictures. Our family of 13 had a wonderful time despite Hurricane Debby. There are so many games and activities for everyone of all ages. Dawn's communication was stellar and made the whole experience smooth and enjoyable from start to finish. She is beyond exceptional as a host. Looking forward to booking another trip to Overlook Lodge soon.
10.0 / 10.0
We had our annual family reunion at Overlook Lodge and it was absolutely perfect. We had 7 kids + 7 adults and all fit comfortably. The game room, back porch, and outdoor green space were especially loved. Dawn was a fantastic, responsive host. We plan on coming back!
10.0 / 10.0
Great place for family reunion. Beautiful views. Well kept
10.0 / 10.0
The property was beautiful, equipped with everything we needed overlooking a beautiful lake and close to a marina. Highly recommended.
10.0 / 10.0
We had a large group and there was more than enough space. The views out the front and back of the house were fantastic. Dawn was just a text away for any questions. It was just a great week.
10.0 / 10.0
Excellent getaway for large family reunions. Breathtaking mountain view from spacious porches. Beautiful new house interior. So much for everyone to do: foosball, mini-pool, ping-pong, basketball, pickleball, putting green, hide and seek, hot tub, etc. Huge TVs and couches for some to watch COPA soccer and some the Orioles!!! Tennis courts and soccer field, hiking and boating and swimming 20 min away. Great carry out food close by. Oh, and enough kitchen and laundry equipment and beds for our large group! Owner Dawn was super responsive to our texts. A wonderful, relaxing stay to help us reconnect and build more great memories.
10.0 / 10.0
We were a party of 15 people ranging from toddlers to grandparents, including someone in a wheelchair. The house was perfect. The amenities were well thought out and amazing - from sheets to towels to firewood to kitchen amenities - we were impressed. The views were beautiful and the hostess was extremely attentive and helpful - and it was clear how much she cared that we enjoy our stay! I was so impressed and grateful. 5+ stars.
10.0 / 10.0
We are so happy we found this beautiful gem! The Overlook was the perfect place for our 17-person family gathering. Our ages ranged from 1 to 74 and every one of us had a wonderful time. The house is exceptionally clean and had everything we needed for our large breakfasts and dinners together. The home is in the most beautiful location creating a relaxing oasis from the daily grind. Dawn, the hostess, was amazing! She contacted me a week prior to our trip to give us recommendations for things to do in Raystown. She genuinely cared about our family having the best trip possible. We can’t wait to go back! Thank you, Dawn!
10.0 / 10.0
If you are a group of 3-4 families with kids and looking for a perfect stay on hill top with gorgeous view of lush mountain and lake and with ample amenities kids fun and adults engagement, look no further. Host, Dawn, is super nice and very responsive. Everything is very well organized, perfectly communicated and necessary signs are everywhere on the wall, just where you need them. Basement is so well thought out for kids. It has kids bedroom with bunk beds, big tv with sofa, bathroom, and ample games such as indoor basket ball, ping pong, mini pool, board games etc. Kids were by themselves all day long having a blast in the basement and came upstairs only during eating. Adults have hot tub, grilling, fire pit etc. Plus sprawling view of the mountain from the balconies and bedrooms were phenomenal. It was just perfect for our trip.
10.0 / 10.0
Superb. Lovely home. Fully stocked. More than described. Wonderful, easy communication with homeowner. So thoughtful. Loved every aspect of our stay. Thank you!!
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful house that was perfect for a PSU family graduation celebration. We used this house one week before the actual festivities in State College. It worked out perfectly for us to avoid the madness in SC over the actual graduation. Highly recommend. SUPER CLEAN TOO
10.0 / 10.0
The location, property, conveniences, amenities, and especially the hosts, were the very best!! Ten stars out of a five star rating system!!
House was warm and comfortably inviting. Like the mountains? You're on top of one here! Want to sit and rest, try the outdoor deck and absorb the silence and the glory of creation! Looking for activity, there's lots to do nearby! Above all, do you want hosts who anticipate your needs and actually care about your stay? You have found the best of the best!
10.0 / 10.0
First off, the host DAWN is A+. She was very responsive and always available for any questions or concerns. The home itself was very welcoming and quite frankly amazing! The views are stunning, and the sunrises/sunsets exceeded our expectations. The large dining table made it easy for everyone to sit together for a huge Thanksgiving feast. In addition, there is a small table for the toddlers which made them feel equally as important. Will definitely come back to this piece of paradise.
10.0 / 10.0
We really enjoyed our stay and experience at Overlook Lodge! We had a large group that still fit very comfortably in the kitchen and living room area when we had group discussions. The view was beautiful, and the place was so peaceful. Great view of the stars at night, too! Would definitely recommend.
10.0 / 10.0
The house was beautiful; incredibly well stocked, and had lots of options for entertaining 3 generations
10.0 / 10.0
Absolutely stunning place to stay, we had all my siblings and my parents and nieces and nephews which total to 17 people and there was lots of space. A well thought designed cabin. We always love going to seven points beach and Tatman run beach is a good spot too.
Dawn the host was very quick to response to any questions. Everything A+ about this place and we always love going to raystown lake.
10.0 / 10.0
We had an amazing vacation at this magnificent property. If you are looking for a perfect paradise- this is the spot!
Beautiful sunrises & sunsets, rainbows, Sturgeon Moon, spectacular lake views, wildlife, birds & great clean air. The home is perfect in every way. Enough space to spread out & group space for games, gathering & meals. The kitchen is well stocked - even has plastic tableware for dining Al fresco, and kids plates for fun. Basic condiments are provided along with plastic bags & TP! Washer & Dryer on site - VERY helpful, closet stocked with games and puzzles for all ages. Outdoor games were great for kids. Barbecue grill large enough to cook meals, Firepit overlooking the lake and well stocked with firewood
Hosts went out of their way to assist with our boating challenge & checked in with us on arrival & mid week to be sure we did not need anything restocked.
I am a die hard Beach & Ocean lover, and I found a different type of tranquility on the lake. We will be returning for sure. Thanks for helping our family to make magnificent memories!
10.0 / 10.0
Overlook Lodge is absolutely the newest and most desirable VRBO rental property in all of the Lake Raystown region! The home is fully equipped with everything you need including some of the most beautiful views of the Lake and surrounding areas! Highly recommend for multiple families looking for an top-notch property for a Lake vacation rental!👍👍
10.0 / 10.0
Sits high atop the mountains with a fantastic view of the valley below. Boat launch with picnic tables and beach was 10 minutes away. The lodge is between marker 25 and 26 on the lake. Saw the Proud Mary numerous times going up and down the lake. We were there over the forth of July and watched the fireworks from the lodge. We saw Turkey and Deer. Would go back in a heartbeat.
10.0 / 10.0
Our family of 18 - four siblings, spouses and adult children with their spouses gathered for the first time since 2020 (after a streak of 15 continuous familiy reunion "camping" trips prior to that).The views and peaceful nature of the spot were almost what we expected although being there in person far exceeded our imagination. Not only was the Lodge functionally terrific (2 refrigerators, bathrooms with great water pressure and hot water, everything needed for smooth food prep in the perfectly stocked kitchen) it was beautifully appointed. The furniture was stunning (the dining room table was a beauty) and the room decor was tastefully quirky and provided a soothing, joyful feel to everyone's experience. We all appreciated the outdoor recreation area for some tough cornhole competition and the multiple outdoor games provided by the Lodge for our enjoyment. At least a few of us felt that we wanted to go home and re-create the firepit - setup AND furniture. Our hostess (and her spouse) went out of her way to make us understand that any questions we had prior to arrival (or during our stay) were welcome and her response time to the few questions we had was exceptional. Truly a beautiful spot well worth a try. We've already started talking about "next time"!
10.0 / 10.0
We had a small, 20 person wedding and it was the perfect venue for the event! Dawn was extremely responsive and accommodating. I could not have asked for a better house or host. The views are stunning in photos but epic in person!
10.0 / 10.0
This place was perfect!! We had 18 total people ranging from infant to 83 and the place was amazing! Kid friendly, spacious, well kept!! Just overall a really good space for large families! The neighborhood is quiet with an amazing view! Dawn is really great to work with, communicative, and really cares for her guests who stay in her house! Our family had an amazing time and would definitely return for another weekend together!
10.0 / 10.0
Upon arrival noticed immediately the cleanliness of the home, and the care that has been taken to build this beautiful place. Dawn, the owner is amazing and very responsive. She can be very flexible if you have needs for a later check out or an earlier check in. I needed to have some family over after a funeral service and she was very helpful in getting me places to order food and things like that. I highly recommend this place it’s very homey and you will be very comfortable.
10.0 / 10.0
This was hands down the best experience I’ve had with a rental property. Very very beautiful house and views. Highly recommend! We will be back for sure!
10.0 / 10.0
Amazing house and location. Great place to spend time with family and friends. House got everything you would ask for…place for adults and kids. Everybody will find own fun. Great, fast and easy communication with owner. Highly recommend this property. A++
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful, well maintained home. The view was breath taking. Hiking and fishing nearby. Great communication with owners .
10.0 / 10.0
Had a group of 21 guys for a baseball coaches weekend. House was amazing. Plenty of room and plenty of stuff to do Open floor plan is great for having everybody in the same place. Dawn is great. Gave me her cell number in case we needed anything and was very accommodating on an early check in. Will definitely book again for next years trip
10.0 / 10.0
Incredibly clean, well appointed home. Plenty of room for 10 adults. Host is at the top of her game - great communication, wants to be sure we have everything we need. This is the second time as a group we have stayed at one of her properties and we have no reason to go anywhere else when we head to Raystown Lake. Great experience all around!
FAQs
How much does this lodge cost compared to others in Raystown Lake?
The average price for a rental in Raystown Lake is $353 per night. This rental is $1,237 above the average.
Is parking included with this lodge?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Luxury Mountain Lake Home! Mt.topView!Hot Tub,FirePit,Putting Green,Pickleball. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this lodge?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Luxury Mountain Lake Home! Mt.topView!Hot Tub,FirePit,Putting Green,Pickleball. Enjoy the water!
Is Luxury Mountain Lake Home! Mt.topView!Hot Tub,FirePit,Putting Green,Pickleball pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this lodge is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Luxury Mountain Lake Home! Mt.topView!Hot Tub,FirePit,Putting Green,Pickleball?
We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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