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Historic stone farmhouse with rail trail and river access

Williamsburg vacation home with kitchen

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Williamsburg, PA
  • Place, Riverside Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Williamsburg Library
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Williamsburg Borough Office
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County)
    ‪26 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Williamsburg

On river.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Williamsburg vacation home, you'll find Riverside Park and Williamsburg Borough Office. Also, Williamsburg Library is within 3 miles (5 km) and Williamsburg Sportsmens Park is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Riverside Park - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Williamsburg Library - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Williamsburg Borough Office - 3 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Canoe Creek State Park - 9 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Frankstown Township Memorial Park - 10 min drive - 9.4 miles

Getting around

  • Altoona Transportation Center - 23 min drive
  • Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sizzler - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Villa Capri - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Williamsburg Original Italian - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Biddle’s Brewing - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪American Legion post #456 - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Historic stone farmhouse with rail trail and river access

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!

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On a river

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

  • Garden

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 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 50
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Historic stone farmhouse with rail trail and river access to the airport?

This vacation home is 16.7 mi (28-min drive) away from the Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Historic stone farmhouse with rail trail and river access have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Historic stone farmhouse with rail trail and river access offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Historic stone farmhouse with rail trail and river access?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Historic stone farmhouse with rail trail and river access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Historic stone farmhouse with rail trail and river access?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Historic stone farmhouse with rail trail and river access have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Historic stone farmhouse with rail trail and river access have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Historic stone farmhouse with rail trail and river access to downtown Williamsburg?

This vacation home is 1.6 mi away from Williamsburg.

Historic stone farmhouse with rail trail and river access Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful historic home with everything you need. We enjoyed our stay and will recommend to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

DickLinda H.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Front of house
View of Lower Rail trail in front of house
Fenced side yard and fire pit area
Entryway
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well-stocked, comfortable house — perfect home base for our extended 4-day weekend in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

car, Fairview Pennsylvania

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Stay - Relaxing Vacation

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerri T.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Unforseen change of plans, resulted in fantastic vacation.

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.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness

As it should be!

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Easter Dinner

Beautiful property. Great place to stay with the family and dog.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Get away

Good place to get a way for the weekend in the woods.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Duncan D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy Escape

Great property for a cozy escape with family and friends!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas Vacation

Everything was as expected. Beautiful home. Plenty of room for huge family vacations
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great weekend get away!

Excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming home with modern conveniences

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
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family wedding weekend

Loved the house! So accommodating for your guests. Everything you need for a country getaway! Would love to visit and stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful, Historic Charm

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!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne V.

Liked: Cleanliness

family get-together

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.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne V.

Liked: Cleanliness

The most beautiful historic house

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.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Easter Visit

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angelique G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas weekend gathering

Absolutely beautiful home. We all had a blast!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lois S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely stay in historic home.

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!

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!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023