Family-friendly vacation rentals in Johnstown

Cozy Cabin | Near Idlewild | Book Your 2026 Stay

🌲Welcome to Laurel Mountain Cabin! Located in Laurel Mountain Village, near Laurel Mountain State Park, and approximately 10 miles from Ligonier. Laurel Mountain Cabin is more than just a place to stay, it’s where campfire stories are told, late-night laughs echo through the trees, and life slows down enough for you to breathe it all in. Whether you’re here to hike, cozy up by the fire, or simply press pause on a busy life, this space was made for gathering and getting away - together. ❤️

Kitchen · Indoor spaces · Amenities

Tranquil Hickory Hill Cottage Getaway with Hot Tub

Experience an enchanting lakeside escape and indulge in a romantic getaways at Hickory Hill Cottage. This delightful retreat is tailor-made for couples seeking solace, showcasing a charismatic fireplace, an outdoor fire-pit, and a secluded hot tub. Upon entering, you'll be greeted by a generous and airy layout, flooded with radiant natural light. The living room boasts a snug queen-size Murphy bed and an intimate fireplace, creating the perfect ambiance for snuggling up during crisp evenings.

Family · Indoor spaces · Access

Cozy Cabin Among the Trees - Rustic Charm

Escape to this cozy 700 sq ft rustic cabin on 26 private wooded acres in Pennsylvania's Laurel Highlands—your peaceful nature retreat! Arrive via a serene 1/4-mile private gravel road. Unwind on the porch swing or hammock watching wildlife. Important: Driveway is dirt/gravel with small hill—drive slowly. Winter (Dec–Mar): AWD or 4x4 required. No TV/WiFi for true relaxation. Just 2 miles from Quemahoning Reservoir for fishing, kayaking, trails. Ideal for couples craving quiet reconnection.

Kitchen · Indoor spaces · Check-in

Secret Garden Glamp

The glamp is a part of a bigger initiative to build a community infrastructure that produces generational wealth of mind, body, and spirit for a community at large. Yesterday, It was a forgotten dairy farm. Today it's a sanctuary to free your wild spirit. In a wild garden, everything is wild in mind, body, and spirit. And in that, there is peace and balance. This is a space to fast from the sensationalized life, and hone your mind, body, and spirit back to their wild & natural baseline.

Family · Kitchen · Access

Schantz Haus-Farm Stay -Apt

Once considered the grossdaudy or "grandfather" house this furnished apartment now offers private space for guests. The apartment is handicap accessible with a paved parking area and private entrance. Everything you need is conveniently located on one floor with additional space in a loft accessed by a set of spiral stairs. A large porch offers space to rest where you can watch the farm work around you. Enjoy a walk around the property to meet the animals and experience farm life.

Family · Indoor spaces · Pets

The Blue Cottage

Remodeled 2nd floor of Country Cottage on the edge of town. Private entrance, 1 bedroom w/ Queen bed, eat in kitchen, bathroom, livingroom and use of outdoor firepit. Walking distance to Ghost Town Trail, Memorial Park, Ebensburg town square, community swimming pool, Legends Gym, Nathan's Divide Water Shed and Lake Rowena Park. Area colleges include, Saint Francis Univ, Mount Aloysius College, Univ of Pittsburgh Johnstown, Indiana Univ of Pa, Penn State Univ, and Penn State Altoona.

Family · Kitchen · Laundry

Original log cabin on 3 acres

Hidden among the trees on a 3.5 acre lot is a beautiful cabin waiting for you to come and stay. Whether you want to garner your competitive spirit and head for the game room, grill on the back porch or follow the trail over the bridge for a short walk - there is something for everyone! The completely remodeled cabin features: 2 bedrooms 1 -1/2 bathrooms Fully functional kitchen Game room Spacious private yard Front porch with swing Back porch with gas grill Outdoor games Firepit

Kitchen · Family · Location

Cozy 2 bedroom rental unit with office space

Conveniently located in the Westmont area of Johnstown. Enjoy your home away from home. This comfortable and cozy 2BR/1BA features updated vinyl plank flooring throughout with all the amenities of home. Check out the area’s numerous outdoor activities including hiking & biking trails, fishing and river adventures. Enjoy great dining, museums and local events such as Thunder in the Valley, Cambria City Ethnic Festival, Sandyvale Wine Festival, music events and so much more.

Family · Kitchen · TV

Stylish, Spacious, Bright & Clean *PET FRIENDLY*

This immaculate, stylish 2-bedroom apartment is all yours! It's comfortably furnished and located in the heart of the city. Decorated in funky, vintage motorcycle-themed decor with a record player and a pile of old vinyl, it's one of a kind. Located in downtown Johnstown, you're in walking distance to restaurants, a coffee house, a mircobrewery, and local attractions like America's oldest record store, Coal Tubin', PNG Park, the Inclined Plane, and the home of AAABA baseball.

Family · Indoor spaces · Biking

Cozy Creekside Cabin + Walking Trails

Explore the over 5 acres of land included with our Private cabin. Enjoy the sounds and sights of Powdermill Run Creek while nestled up on the patio or screened in porch. Take in the 2,200 acres of woodlands, streams, fields, ponds while you hike on the trails of Powdermill Nature Reserve. Have a fire in the smokeless stove next to the creek or cook a woodfire pizza in the stone oven. Bring your tents, outdoor games and any other outdoor activities to make your stay special.

Indoor spaces · Family · River

Secluded and Private, Immersed in Nature

A secluded getaway located by the Quemahoning Dam. Cabin is designed with an open floor plan and includes a full kitchen and a living room with cathedral ceilings. Large double windows on each side of a French Door display picturesque views of Pine trees below the breast of the Quemahoning Dam. Quiet, peaceful, beautiful and relaxing. The property’s water line is fed from a natural spring water source from the mountains of PA!

Family · Kitchen · Heating

Retro Retreat; Sara’s Place

Indulge in the alluring vintage charm of our cozy Retro Retreat, where bright and comfortable rooms await you, adorned with carefully selected decor. Conveniently located in a historically significant area, our retreat is just a stone's throw away from a variety of restaurants, museums, and an art center. Immerse yourself in a nostalgic getaway that combines the best of the past with the vibrant offerings of the present.

Family · Kitchen · Checkout