Family-friendly vacation rentals in Johnstown

Peaceful Private Lakefront Chalet Laurel Highlands

It’s rare to find a home in the Laurel Highlands with lake front views. Just 10 yards away and you are standing on the end of your own private dock overlooking the beautiful private lake! Relax on the multi level deck looking out into the blue waters or prop up a chair for a day of fishing on the dock. Grab your towels for a swim and a day of kayaking. Relax with the whole family at this peaceful place to stay. The possibilities are endless when you have a lake right outside your back door!

Kitchen · Family · Condition

Country Cottage

Country side private house nestled in the beautiful Laurel Mountains of Pennsylvania. Minutes from Ebensburg . Sit out on the back or front porch for morning coffee, watch the local turkey or deer pass through. Minutes away from one of the inaugural Rails to Trails in the east, including The Ghost Town Trail. You can bike, or walk along the beautiful river. Fifteen minute drive to Yellow Creek State Park. 25 minute drive to IUP, Saint Francis University and Mount Aloysious College.

Family · Kitchen · Quiet

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 · Kitchen · Walkability

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 · Amenities

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 · Long stay

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.

Kitchen · Family · Checkout

Little Trout Cottage

Take it easy at this unique & tranquil getaway. Nestled on the banks of Four Mile Run, this quaint cottage invites you to slow down and enjoy all that the Laurel Highlands has to offer. Situated on a stocked trout stream, this small but mighty cottage boasts an amazing creekside deck and outdoor space. Whether recharging from an active day on the many hiking trails, fishing, or staying in to grill, read a book, and take a nap, our cottage will not disappoint! Come and see!

Kitchen · Indoor spaces · Backyard

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.

Kitchen · Family · Comfort

Rates Reduced For All Dates Rest Of 2026!

Four and a half miles from the historic town of Ligonier, this home offers all you would need for a relaxing and comfortable stay. A labor of love, we built this home with hopes of someday retiring here to enjoy all the area has to offer. In the heart of the Laurel Highlands this home is close to golf courses, ski resorts, museums, theaters, restaurants, numerous State Parks with great hiking and biking, Idlewild and Soakzone, and Ligonier Camp and Conference Center.

Indoor spaces · Family · Amenities

Comfortable newly renovated home in Cambria County

Newly renovated home in the heart of historic South Fork. 3 bedrooms (one is captured, but private) Large eat in kitchen with new black stainless appliances and a nice view of the town and railroad (RR enthusiasts take note). Large living room with a cozy brick fireplace (not for guest use) and TV. Local to both Johnstown and Altoona. Directly across from Dimond Funeral Home (convenient for out of area funeral attendees). Rear covered patio and large yard.

Indoor spaces · Kitchen · Comfort

Micah House @ Trinity Farms Center for Healing

The perfect, peaceful place, nestled in the beautiful Laurel Highlands, to spend time with family, friends or by yourself. A great place for retreats, vacations or family reunions. Surrounded by fields of corn, goats and sheep makes communing with nature easy and enjoyable while within easy driving distance of many area activities like Flight 93 Memorial in Shanksville, Johnstown's Flood Memorial and Historic Ligonier Valley and Fort Ligonier.

Kitchen · Family · Wifi

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!

Indoor spaces · Kitchen · River