Historic stone farmhouse with rail trail and river access

Top rated by guests

Enjoy an evening under the stars at the fire pit

Spacious kitchen with two sinks, dishwasher, wall oven, cooktop, & refrigerator

The spacious fenced-in yard is a favorite for pups, kids, and adults alike

Historic house along the Pennsylvania river canal and rail system

Living room/library with original hardwood floors

9.9Outstanding

(53 Ratings)

"A very unique experience in an elegant 200 year old house with all the modern amenities for 2025 comfort. There is plenty of space for any family activity, formal or infomal including a spacious yard ..."

DickLinda H.

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9.9 / 10.0

Outstanding(53 Ratings)

House in Allegheny River, PA

8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

High-end valueWell priced for this area

About this house rental

Calling all outdoorsy types, history buffs, train enthusiasts, and Penn Staters - Ganister House is perfect for you! Make some memories at this unique and family-friendly historic home. Originally the site of a log cabin in the 1790s, the home now boasts 3 en-suite bedrooms and a multitude of gathering spaces, including large fenced-in yard with firepit. Easily access historic canal and railroad sites, miles of river and hiking trails, state game lands, and even get to a PSU game in 45 minutes!

Amenities at Historic stone farmhouse with rail trail and river access

Non-smoking

Pets allowed

Family friendly

Map of Allegheny River, PA

Nearby attractions

Allegheny National Forest

90.7 mi

Winslow Hill Elk Viewing Area

60.4 mi

Dents Run Elk Viewing Area

60.6 mi

Double Diamond Deer Ranch

75.9 mi

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Top rated by guests

9.9Outstanding

(53 Ratings)

DickLinda H.

Don't miss out! Price and availability may change

$$$$

9.9 / 10.0

Outstanding(53 Ratings)

House in Allegheny River, PA

8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

High-end valueWell priced for this area

Map of Allegheny River, PA

Nearby attractions

Allegheny National Forest

90.7 mi

Winslow Hill Elk Viewing Area

60.4 mi

Dents Run Elk Viewing Area

60.6 mi

Double Diamond Deer Ranch

75.9 mi

About this house rental

Amenities

Non-smoking

Pets allowed

Family friendly

Ratings and reviews

9.9 / 10.0

Outstanding(53 Ratings)

10.0 / 10.0

A very unique experience in an elegant 200 year old house with all the modern amenities for 2025 comfort. There is plenty of space for any family activity, formal or infomal including a spacious yard for your puppy dog and children to exercise. The location gives convenient access to Altoona and Huntingdon. However, along with the authentic colonial charm there are a variety of floors and steps that senior folks may find hard to navigate. Our host was very available for any information needed. If you want to experience a part of early 19th century life in Pennsylvania, stay aat Ganister House.

10.0 / 10.0

Very pretty and unique house. Very family friendly, with lots of fun things to do. Host was great and the house was very clean. We went to the PSU game, and look forward to staying here again and exploring more local activities.

10.0 / 10.0

Well-stocked, comfortable house — perfect home base for our extended 4-day weekend in the area.

10.0 / 10.0

Host communication excellent. Cute house very close to the trail. Close to town, yet quite. Dreamingly comfortable beds - easy to get rest. House has everything you need. Fire pit was thoroughly utilized for smores, mountain pies, hot dogs, and good conversation.

10.0 / 10.0

The historic farmhouse was beautiful and a relaxing place to stay. The character of the house was preserved and blended seamlessly with modern conveniences. The host was friendly, easy to contact and was quick to respond. The fenced in yard was a bonus for the dogs. The house was centrally located to the places we visited including Raystown Lake, Penn’s Cave/Wildlife Park, Lower Trail Creamery and Farm Tour Friday events at Clover Creek Farm (cheese) and Stone Creek Farm - Lavender Field of Dreams. We would definitely recommend this property.

10.0 / 10.0

No one wants to get that phone call less than a week before your vacation, saying that the house that you had rented a year prior will not be available due to unforeseen circumstances. I was fortunate enough to secure a stay at the Ganister House, and it was an absolute delight. The property was truly exceptional, with features such as ensuites and mini-splits in every room, convenient trail access, and ample table space for games and puzzles. I wholeheartedly recommend this property. Having grown up visiting historical properties, I thoroughly enjoyed examining the house in detail and trying to understand the various renovations it has undergone.The presence of a well-tuned piano in the dining room allowed my 9-year-old daughter to begin iPad piano lessons during our stay, and she made remarkable progress in playing and reading music. (I am now considering purchasing a piano for our home as a result.)The fenced-in yard made it incredibly easy to accommodate our furry family member.My daughter shared that she experienced the best sleep of her life, describing the bed as akin to being in a cloud.I certainly hope we have the opportunity to stay there again.

10.0 / 10.0

Outstanding from booking through the stay and departure. Wonderful place, great host, easy to contact, quick to respond. Beautiful House, well maintained, they thought of everything from tissues to coasters to wood for the fire pit. Great furnishings, comfortable, welcoming, and relaxing.

10.0 / 10.0

Beautiful property. Great place to stay with the family and dog.

10.0 / 10.0

Good place to get a way for the weekend in the woods.

10.0 / 10.0

Great property for a cozy escape with family and friends!

10.0 / 10.0

Everything was as expected. Beautiful home. Plenty of room for huge family vacations

10.0 / 10.0

Excellent!

10.0 / 10.0

Rooms were spacious and well appointed. The decor and antiques were charmingly blended in with modern updates. Location was perfect for big PSU game. Hosts thought of everything--ample towels, linens, coffee station. Made us

10.0 / 10.0

Loved the house! So accommodating for your guests. Everything you need for a country getaway! Would love to visit and stay here again!

10.0 / 10.0

We absolutely loved this property! Plenty of room for our family, including our two labs, and centrally located to the events that brought us to the area. We would absolutely recommend this property!

10.0 / 10.0

The home is beautiful and in a great location. I really liked having the walking trails so close and my daughter loved going down to the river each evening to play in the river. I hope that we will be able to go back again.

10.0 / 10.0

This was our second time here. Like before, the hosts were quick to respond to any question and the place is amazing. We especially enjoyed an impromptu firepit family gathering one night where the house even had logs for the firepit and marshmallow forks so that we could make smores. There is also a lovely piano in the house with a variety of sheet music for all levels of players. We plan to come back again.

10.0 / 10.0

This house is just the best in every way. We will definitely return. We enjoyed biking on the path which is right out front and taking walks to the blue hole and green hole. Next time we hope go make use of the wonderful kitchen and dining room.

10.0 / 10.0

We loved this place from the moment we arrived. It has all the modern conveniences but they’ve kept historical appearances. The rooms were spacious and the beds were comfy; each bedroom had its own en-suite. It was a perfect location for two of my favorite activities—bicycling and fishing. Too bad the weather didn’t cooperate:( the hosts were gracious and responsive.

10.0 / 10.0

Very comfortable and accommodating. Visiting college son for Easter and was able to bring family and the dog along as well. Perfect! Already booked for the next time.

10.0 / 10.0

Absolutely beautiful home. We all had a blast!

10.0 / 10.0

We were so impressed from the moment we drove up to the house. It was one of our most memorable vacation homes. Aside from the beauty and comfort, the house was well stocked with all the essentials. We had no issues preparing our Thanksgiving meal in the well equipped kitchen. We loved being so close to the Lower Trail which we walked every day with our dog Maddie. And the huge enclosed yard was a great addition for her and us. We all wished we could have stayed longer the than 5 nights. Hopefully we can stay again. Everything was as described and the host was great! I highly recommend staying here. A beautiful mix of old and new that must be seen in person to fully appreciate.

10.0 / 10.0

Clean, spacious, beautiful! Perfect location for our family get-together…walking and hiking out the front door; Happy Valley and PSU a fairly short and very pretty drive on 45. We had an excellent family stay!

10.0 / 10.0

Beautiful house and perfect for families with dogs!

10.0 / 10.0

We had an amazing time at the Ganister House from the time we walked in the door until the time we left. It was a beautiful home away from home that exuded the positivity of the charm of the history of the home, the kindness of the owners and the nature of the surrounding the environment. We loved this vacation…one of our most treasured.

10.0 / 10.0

Loved the house and the location. Close enough to shopping, dining, etc., but far enough away to be secluded. Appreciate that our dogs were able to travel with us and have a secure yard to play in. Highly recommend to anyone who wants to stay in the area. Very responsive host as well.

10.0 / 10.0

A wonderfully restored historical home that was very comfortable for 6 adults and dogs. The fenced in yard was so relaxing with a fire pit and shady trees. Highly recommend this property for a group there is lots of room in the kitchen and sunroom plus the backyard, it was great. Thanks so much for opening your home to us. Everyone loved it

10.0 / 10.0

We rented this house to accommodate family coming to town for my daughter's college graduation. We also had a small party for her. It did rain so we were very thankful for the space in the house. The house was amazing. So many little details that just made you feel at home. We would definitely stay again.

10.0 / 10.0

Home was beautiful, hoping for a bit more privacy. Very clean, lots of things provided. Smell of water was awful and turned my jewelry brown. Overall though it was great!

10.0 / 10.0

What a fabulous historic home in a lovely location. We enjoyed walking the trail, sitting by the fire pit, playing the games and building puzzles. The local canoe creek state park is fabulous and worth a visit. We will be back!

10.0 / 10.0

Great property and great location! The six adults and two children along with our family dog had a wonderful visit to this area. The home was very clean with plenty of space and very comfortable. The hike trials are literally out the front door. We had grat fun with walks on the snowy trails. We will be back for adventures in the summer/fall. Awsome viist to theis well maintained property.

10.0 / 10.0

While the property photos were appealing, sometimes the arrival meets disappointment. This property is just the opposite. We were delighted by the spaciousness and ample window light in a rural house. Additionally, the house comes with a fully stocked kitchen and dining room, comfortable living area and tasteful bedrooms. We recommend this property without reservation.

10.0 / 10.0

Love the character in old homes and this does not disappoint. It is well kept and clean. Having the fire pit was a big plus since temps dropped down to the 30s at night. Host is quick to respond and neighbors seem to keep to themselves.

10.0 / 10.0

The historic charm of this property cannot be overlooked. Yet, every modern convenience is readily at hand. The owners better than great hosts. Thank you again.

5.0 / 10.0

We could not have asked for better hosts or a lovelier property. We had a great weekend. Thank you.

10.0 / 10.0

A lovely home, encompassing the best of historic features and modern conveniences. Stocked with all the essentials you’ll need for your stay. Great communications with host. Humans and dogs agree, this is a fantastic place to stay!

10.0 / 10.0

The property was beautiful. Rented for a weekend and had a family reunion on Sat. Big yard, kitchen was huge as well. Plenary of room for everyone to have a great time. The owner thought of everything. Extra towels, sheets, toiletries ect…. The house is beautiful. Like stepping back in history! Would rent this again!

8.0 / 10.0

We enjoyed our stay in this historic house. It is a roomy house able to comfortably fit 6 people.

10.0 / 10.0

This was a perfect setting for our family gathering birthday celebration! The house is beautiful and was so comfortable for all of us - even the dogs! Our hosts were attentive and responsive when we had a few questions. The house has a wonderful historic character with every modern convenience. We loved dinner around the big table, the fire pit, the rail trail - all of it! If we are ever looking to stay in the area again we will definitely be back!!!

10.0 / 10.0

History unites

History unites

The blend of historical aspects and modern designs have come together for one fabulous and welcoming place to stay. It was our first full family vacation! We spent some time outdoors and spent quality time together in side. We had good home cooked meals, played games, visited Lincoln caverns, kayaked, swam, fished, walked the trails, and visited the water park. Overall, it was a wonderful time of bonding! The hosts are friendly, very kind and great to work with. Thanks for a cozy stay while we enjoyed our family!

FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Historic stone farmhouse with rail trail and river access. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Historic stone farmhouse with rail trail and river access pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Historic stone farmhouse with rail trail and river access?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, pets allowed, and family friendly.

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Historic stone farmhouse with rail trail and river access

House in Allegheny River, PA

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities at Historic stone farmhouse with rail trail and river access

Map of Allegheny River, PA

Nearby attractions

House in Allegheny River, PA

Reasons to book

Map of Allegheny River, PA

Nearby attractions

About this house rental

Amenities

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Is there a pool at this house?

Is Historic stone farmhouse with rail trail and river access pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Historic stone farmhouse with rail trail and river access?

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