Summary:
Come stay with Explore Poconos and escape to our charming 3-bed lakefront house in a gated community. Enjoy a cozy living space, versatile loft, and lakeside master bedroom. Outside, a spacious backyard leads to the water's edge, complete with kayaks, a rowboat, fire pit, and a nearby community beach. Embrace rustic charm and serene relaxation. Book now!
The Space:
✦ Kindly be aware that this property is situated within a community that mandates guest registration. To ensure compliance, all necessary documentation must be submitted at least four days prior to check-in. Failure to do so will result in a $75 late fee, which we will request from guests. This fee applies even if the booking is made within the four-day window preceding check-in.
✦✦✦The Property:✦✦✦
✦ Charming 3-bedroom lakefront house
✦ Located in a private, gated community
✦ Perfect for families, couples, and groups
✦ Cozy and rustic atmosphere with stunning lake views
✦ Bring Your Pet for a Small Fee: $125 for the First Pet, $25 for Each Additional Pet
✦✦✦Indoor Features✦✦✦
✦ Spacious living room with a large wrap-around couch
✦ Fully equipped kitchen and dining area
✦ Master bedroom with full bathroom, desk, and reading chair
✦ Two additional bedrooms on the first floor (queen and full-sized beds)
✦ Loft with two single beds and two floor beds for extra guests
✦ Large windows and sliding doors leading to a wrap-around deck
✦✦✦Outdoor Amenities✦✦✦
✦ Expansive backyard extending to the water’s edge
✦ Fire pit for cozy nights under the stars
✦ Gas grill and outdoor dining area
✦ Two kayaks and a rowboat for lake exploration
✦ Nearby community beach with soft sand for swimming and sunbathing
✦✦✦PLEASE NOTE✦✦✦
INSIDE THE MASTER BEDROOM IS A JETTED TUB, THIS TUB IS NOT OPERATIONAL, ITS NOT SHOWN ANYWHERE IN OUR LISTING, YOU CANNOT USE IT DURING YOUR STAY.
✦✦✦ Top Attractions Near Tobyhanna, PA ✦✦✦
✦ Tobyhanna State Park (2 miles, 5 minutes): 5,440-acre park with hiking, boating, fishing, swimming, and ice skating.
✦ Kalahari Resorts & Conventions (6 miles, 15 minutes): U.S.'s largest indoor waterpark with slides, wave pool, and lazy river.
✦ Camelback Mountain Resort (15 miles, 25 minutes): Year-round resort offering skiing, snowboarding, zip-lining, and outdoor waterpark.
✦ Pocono Raceway (20 miles, 30 minutes): NASCAR events and ride-alongs at the "Tricky Triangle."
✦ Bushkill Falls (30 miles, 45 minutes): Eight waterfalls and hiking trails, called the "Niagara of Pennsylvania."
✦ Hickory Run State Park (28 miles, 40 minutes): 15,990-acre park with Boulder Field, trails, and beach.
✦ The Crossings Premium Outlets (12 miles, 20 minutes): 100+ brand-name outlet stores.
✦ Mount Airy Casino Resort (10 miles, 18 minutes): Casino, golf course, spa, and dining.
✦ Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area (25 miles, 40 minutes): 70,000-acre park for hiking, boating, fishing, and scenic views.
✦ Steamtown National Historic Site (30 miles, 45 minutes): Museum and railroad yard focusing on steam railroading.
✦ Lackawanna Coal Mine Tour (30 miles, 45 minutes): Underground tour showcasing mining history.
✦ Pocono ATV Tours at Memorytown (8 miles, 15 minutes): Guided ATV tours through wooded trails.
✦ Big Pocono State Park (17 miles, 30 minutes): Panoramic views and hiking trails on Camelback Mountain.
◆◆◆Staying in the Pocono Mountains◆◆◆
If this is your first time visiting the Poconos, we want to ensure you understand what staying in the mountains entails. This house is nestled in the mountains, surrounded by trees and nature. As a result, you may encounter wildlife, as this is their home and we are merely guests. Wildlife may include flying insects, spiders, ants, squirrels, flying squirrels, mice, foxes, raccoons, opossums, skunks, snakes, turtles, coyotes, and black bears. Smaller creatures and insects can occasionally find their way inside depending on the outside conditions. We have monthly exterminator visits to minimize this, but being in the mountains, anything is possible.
Additionally, the mountain infrastructure differs from that of the city. Small wind or rain storms can occasionally cause power or internet outages in specific areas, including our home. Power outages may affect the water supply as we are on wells and the well pumps need power to work. Usually, these outages are restored within 8-10 hours, which is a quick turnaround given the weather conditions. For outages lasting less than 24 hours, no refund or compensation will be provided. For outages exceeding 24 hours, compensation will be issued on a case-by-case basis.
Lastly, please be aware that extreme heat or cold waves can put stress on the house's heating or cooling systems, and these systems may struggle to keep up during very high or very low temperatures.
◆◆◆Winter Bookings◆◆◆
During winter months, it is highly recommended to have a vehicle with All-Wheel Drive (AWD) or 4x4 capabilities due to potential heavy snowfall.
◆◆◆Supplies◆◆◆
We provide a starter pack of household essentials (paper towels, toilet paper, garbage bags, dish detergent). If the property includes a dishwasher, washer, and dryer, we also provide cleaning agents for those. Guests staying for longer durations or with larger groups should bring additional supplies. Personal toiletries (shampoo, conditioner, body wash), q-tips, deodorants, or other personal care products are not provided.
The house includes cooking ware (pots, pans, plates, utensils, baking dishes), but guests need to bring personal grocery items (seasonings, flour, sugar).
◆◆◆Community Information◆◆◆
We are located in a private gated community that requires a guest registration form for security and emergency purposes. The form will ask for full names and ages of each guest, as well as vehicle and driver information, including the main registrant's license ID number and the plate numbers of all vehicles entering the community. Names on the forms must match the legal ID of the driver.
◆◆◆Pet Rules◆◆◆
Keep Dogs Leashed: Dogs must be leashed at all times while outside.
No Overnight Outdoor Stays: Do not leave your dog outside overnight.
Clean Up After Your Dog: Please pick up after your dog when it goes potty.
Keep Pets Off Furniture: Please keep pets off human furniture.
◆◆◆Community Amenities◆◆◆
✦The community features two lakes, multiple swimming pools, basketball courts, tennis courts, a playground, mini golf, and more.
✦ The pools and beaches are open from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
✦Amenity badges are required to access any public amenities and can be purchased at the Main Administration Building for $12 per person, per day. Purchase is optional based on if you are going to use them.
✦We cannot guarantee that community amenities will be available during your stay. Availability and operating hours are determined by the association and may vary. Refunds will not be issued if amenities are unavailable due to reasons beyond our control, such as weather, staffing, or other circumstances.
◆◆◆Waterfront Disclaimer:◆◆◆
Our property offers direct access to the water for your enjoyment. Please note that use of the waterfront and any boats is at your own risk. There is no lifeguard on duty, and life jackets are not provided.
◆◆◆Fire Ban Disclaimer:◆◆◆
Please note that outdoor fires may be restricted during local fire bans, which can be enacted at any time due to weather conditions such as high winds or dry spells without notice. Guests are responsible for checking current fire regulations and adhering to all posted signage during their stay. During an active fire ban, use of the fire pit, outdoor fireplace, or any open flame is strictly prohibited. Violations may result in fines and immediate cancellation of your reservation without refund. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping the area safe from wildfire risks.
◆◆◆FAQs◆◆◆
◆Q. Can you check in early or check out late?
A. Early check-in or late check-out possibility is determined the day before arrival. If granted, early check-in is at 3 PM, and late check-out is at 1 PM at no cost. For earlier arrival or later departure, a $75 fee per 2 hours applies. Booking the day before or after your desired stay ensures the ability to check in early or check out late.
◆Q. Do you offer any discounts or additional discounts?
A. Our listed price is the best available.
◆Q. Do you supply firewood?
A. No, firewood is not supplied.
◆Q. What's the latest we can check in?
A. Check-in is anytime after 5 PM, with no cutoff time.
◆Q. Do we have to bring propane to use the grill?
A. No, propane is provided.
◆Q. Do I need to bring sheets or towels?
A. All beds will be made with linens prior to check-in. Bath towels are provided for the number of guests in your reservation up to the max guest count allowed in the house.
◆ Q: Is the internet/Wi-Fi reliable enough for working from home, including video calls?
A: Yes, the property has high-speed internet that supports streaming, video calls, and remote work.
◆ Q: Can the property be used for filming commercials or as a production location?
A: Use of the property for commercial filming or production purposes is considered on a case-by-case basis. If approved, there is a minimum additional fee of $1,000 on top of the standard rental cost. Please contact us in advance with details about your project for consideration.
◆ Q: Can we have visitors at the property?
A: All guests—whether staying overnight or just visiting—count toward the property’s maximum occupancy limit. This includes daytime visitors. Guests beyond the allowed limit may not be permitted on the property, even if some guests leave and others arrive later. Please plan accordingly to stay within the occupancy rules.
Guest Access:
All but 2 closets.
