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River Valley Retreat, paddlers & peddlers paradise on the Allegheny river

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A staircase with wooden railings and a colorful patterned carpet leading to a kitchen area. - River Valley Retreat, paddlers & peddlers paradise on the Allegheny river (Franklin)
A two-story building with a porch, an American flag, and a sign for kayaks. - River Valley Retreat, paddlers & peddlers paradise on the Allegheny river (Franklin)
A shelf with books, pumpkins, and a small toy car. - River Valley Retreat, paddlers & peddlers paradise on the Allegheny river (Franklin)
Two bicycles parked in front of a building with a sign that reads "NECKY KAYAK". - River Valley Retreat, paddlers & peddlers paradise on the Allegheny river (Franklin)
A living room with a wooden bookshelf, a framed picture of kayaks, and a sofa with a patterned rug. - River Valley Retreat, paddlers & peddlers paradise on the Allegheny river (Franklin)
River Valley Retreat, paddlers & peddlers paradise on the Allegheny river provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

River Valley Retreat, paddlers & peddlers paradise on the Allegheny river

  • Come see the rich history and outdoor adventures Franklin has to offer, and stay in a cool house too!

    Our property is situated a stone's throw from the iconic Allegheny river. This comfortable home is within a 10 min. walk to city center and located directly across from the Samuel Justus recreational trail head. Our house still holds some of the mid century modern appointments paired with a recent whimsical and color rich renovation. If you plan to eat, play & stay in Franklin... you found your home base.

    Here is a detailed description of this premium rental:

    New furnishings through most of the home, Four new Samsung 4k TVs, and freshly remodeled rooms make for a cozy environment for our guests. The kitchen is well stocked with all the essentials along side new upscale appliances. The dining room has no problem handling 6 people for a sit down meal or post trail beverage and is located right next to the kitchen. Let's talk coffee and tea for a moment....we have provided a Cuisinart 12 cup insulated carafe drip coffee maker in the kitchen along side an instant hot water pot for the tea lovers and a Nespresso coffee/espresso maker in the en-suite bedroom/office combo room for the ultimate "wake-up roll out of bed inject caffeine experience".

    Wireless near field charging stations for Samsung & I-devices are on hand in every bedroom, the kitchen & living room. For those that prefer tech, an Amazon Fire HD tablet puts you at the helm of a whole house Sonos Surround Sound system, Lockly entryway door lock, Nest thermostat and the 3 smart TVs at the touch of a finger. For those that might need to "adult" a bit and use our home office during your stay, we have equipped the property with a fully fortified Mesh WiFi hub system with a UPC battery back-up.

    All 3 bedrooms have new mattresses and foundations, and if someone extra needs to crash, there is a cool modular Queen sized sleeper sofa bed in the office en-suite. The living room has super comfy deep couches for when you are not on the trails or shopping in downtown Franklin. Lastly, we renovated the bathrooms with new stately thrones and shower/ soaker tub combo that is divine. The half bath also includes a brand new washer/dryer set.

    For your outside lounge time, there is a privacy screened front porch with new wicker furniture, lit by soft LED lights.

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About the area

Located in Franklin, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Barrow-Civic Theatre and Venango Museum of Art, Science and Industry are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Sugarcreek Towne Centre and Cranberry Mall. Visit our Franklin travel guide
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Franklin, PA

What's nearby

  • A church with two towers and red umbrellas in front.
    Oil Region National Heritage Area
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A steel bridge spanning a river with dense greenery on both sides.
    Riverfront Park
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A yellow suspension bridge with a cityscape in the background.
    Allegheny River
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A historic church with a tall tower and arched windows.
    St John's Episcopal Church
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • 11th Street Park
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Franklin, PA (FKL-Venango Regional)
    7 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • McDonald's
    11 min drive
  • A & C Buffet
    4 min drive
  • Burger King
    4 min drive
  • TrAils To Ales Brewery
    19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is River Valley Retreat, paddlers & peddlers paradise on the Allegheny river pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at River Valley Retreat, paddlers & peddlers paradise on the Allegheny river?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at River Valley Retreat, paddlers & peddlers paradise on the Allegheny river?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River Valley Retreat, paddlers & peddlers paradise on the Allegheny river?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is River Valley Retreat, paddlers & peddlers paradise on the Allegheny river located?

Located in the heart of Franklin, this holiday home is steps away from Oil Region National Heritage Area and Allegheny River. Riverfront Park and Historic Franklin Garrison Monument are also within 10 minutes.

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River Valley Retreat, paddlers & peddlers paradise on the Allegheny river Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 27 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

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Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place!

Nice location and house. We are return cusomers and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls weekend

The place was amazing very welcoming. Definitely will go back. Owner was quick to respond with any questions and perfect location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First rate

The home was very clean and accommodated all our needs. Loved the little peeks of humor in the home! Well equipped!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxed, Fun Vibe, Clean, Great tech

We were in town for a wedding. Had some down time and enjoyed being the space when we did not have wedding activities. I would stay again if I was in town and I would suggest others consider. Ryan was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This is becoming an annual thing…

My husband and I returned for the 3rd year in a row. We brought along my BiL & wife (this is their 2nd year in a row), and a couple of friends. Everyone agreed the house was great and location was perfect for a trip down the river. House always has everything we need to cook and stay comfortably. OARS made the kayak/SUP trip super simple and we had a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very comfortable and had all the amenities needed. Ryan was very responsive and accommodating. The house is adorable and decorated in an eclectic and era appropriate fashion. We had a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the second time staying here and would stay again nice quite area
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
yes everything was well furnished.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Christmas

The house was just what we needed while visiting family in the area. The space was nice and well appointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Place

The house was very clean and nice. Ryan was a helpful and responsive host. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint little town

Well maintained and clean Property owner very nice and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family visit

Had a great time! The house was beautiful and met all of our needs. Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely place to stay!

This is a lovely home and has everything you need. It is even pretty high tech. The owner is super friendly and very helpful. We highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice home on the Allegheny River

Franklin home has easy access to area attractions and is quite comfortable. The tech upgrades kept us entertained and connected.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean. Everything we needed. Ryan is super responsive
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We found everything was fine for our needs.we didn't spend a lot of time there as we were competing in an archery tournament our time at the house was primarily for sleeping. We were gone from early morniings till late evening we eat out but had a good kitchen if we choose to we would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

This property was absolutely amazing and we loved everything about it including Ryan, the host. We were made to feel welcome immediately upon arrival. The house was everything and more that was advertised. Ryan was extremely accommodating prior to, during and even following our stay. We did not want to leave and hope that we are able to return at some point to further enjoy this paradise!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Guess who’s back, back again

Returned for a second stay and brought BIL & SIL. House was super-clean and had everything we needed (loved the extra fluffy towels). Ryan was very helpful and responsive to our communication. We enjoyed a beautiful day floating down the river and a nice evening in Franklin. Plan to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Stay!

We had a great weekend at the River Valley Retreat in Franklin! The house was immaculate and well stocked, to include kayaks and bikes we could use. Amazing water pressure and great shower. The beds were very comfortable and the AC units kept the house comfortable, even on the 90 degree days. Lots of local places to eat in or have meals delivered. View of the river from the front porch with plenty of seating. We had everything we needed for a fun weekend away! Check in and check out were easy. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Home

We were looking for a house that was close to family in Oil City, PA. Ryan met us in front of the house and gave us a tour of the house. Friendly and professional. The house was extremely clean, comfortable and cozy. We used the entire house including the washer & dryer. We would definitely go back, hopefully next summer.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for paddlers and peddlers

This property met all of our needs and then some. Perfect location, close to town and the Allegheny River is right out your front door. Ryan is a great host. He is very responsive and keeps an extremely clean home. We enjoyed the bikes and the kayaks. We highly recommend this property to anyone that is visiting Franklin, PA.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sisters'Trip

It was an easy process to rent this sparkly clean property. Wonderful location with views of the river. Ryan was great to deal with & cares about his guests.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Peaceful Christmas

My boyfriend and I had a peaceful and relaxing stay at this Franklin home. The house was so clean and tidy. Also the house was beautifully decorated for Christmas. Lastly, our host Ryan was so kind and considerate.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and clean property

We have stayed in many VRBOs and vacation rental properties and this property was, by far, the best! Extremely clean, updated, stylish and comfortable home. The pictures don't do this place justice. We would definitely return and recommend this property to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021