Summary

Come stay with Explore Poconos where we welcome you to our spacious chalet with an open floor plan, 4 bedrooms, and game area. Enjoy the deck with a gas grill and a backyard picnic table. Encounter wildlife on the quiet street location. Nearby attractions offer skiing, hiking, and biking. Unwind in this charming mountain retreat and create lasting memories. Book now for an unforgettable vacation.

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✦✦✦The Property:✦✦✦ ✦ Bring Your Pet for a Small Fee: $125 for the First Pet, $25 for Each Additional Pet ✦✦✦Indoor Features:✦✦✦ ✦ Spacious Open Floor Plan Connecting Kitchen, Dining Room, and Living Room ✦ Four Cozy Bedrooms to Comfortably Accommodate Large Families or Groups ✦ Three Bedrooms with Queen Beds for a Restful Night’s Sleep ✦ Two Bedrooms with Bunk Beds (Twin over Full) – Perfect for Kids or a Playful Night’s Sleep ✦ Dedicated Game Area with Shuffleboard and Classic Arcade Games ✦✦✦Outdoor Features:✦✦✦ ✦ Expansive Front Deck with Gas Grill for Al Fresco Dining and Barbecues ✦ Charming Backyard with Picnic Table, Ideal for Outdoor Meals ✦ Enjoy the Abundant Wildlife: Deer, Birds, and More Just Outside Your Door ✦✦✦Location & Activities:✦✦✦ ✦ Quiet Street and Serene Location, Perfect for a Relaxing Getaway ✦ Year-Round Adventures: Ski Resorts in Winter, Scenic Hikes, and Bike Trails in Warmer Months ✦ Ideal for Families and Groups Seeking Comfort, Entertainment, and Outdoor Fun ✦✦✦Activities:✦✦✦ ✦ Big Boulder Ski Area - 5 miles (10 minutes): Enjoy skiing and snowboarding at this popular ski resort, perfect for all levels of winter sports enthusiasts. ✦ Lake Harmony - 4 miles (8 minutes): Relax by the lake, offering opportunities for fishing, boating, and hiking, as well as scenic views and peaceful surroundings. ✦ Split Rock Resort H2Ooohh! Indoor Water Park - 5 miles (10 minutes): Have fun at this indoor water park featuring slides, wave pools, and interactive play areas for families. ✦ Boulder Field at Hickory Run State Park - 10 miles (15 minutes): Explore the unique Boulder Field, a large area covered by massive stones, offering a fascinating natural landscape. ✦ Hawks Falls - 10 miles (15 minutes): Hike to this beautiful waterfall located within Hickory Run State Park, with an easy trail to the falls. ✦ Lehigh Gorge State Park - 15 miles (25 minutes): Enjoy hiking, biking, and whitewater rafting in this scenic park with views of the Lehigh River. ✦ Pocono Raceway - 18 miles (30 minutes): Experience thrilling motorsport action at this world-renowned race track, hosting NASCAR and other events. ✦ Jim Thorpe - 18 miles (30 minutes): Visit this historic town, known for its Victorian architecture, museums, and activities like the Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway. ✦ Skirmish Paintball - 18 miles (30 minutes): Enjoy paintball games in a variety of themed outdoor fields, one of the largest paintball parks in the country. ✦ Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway - 18 miles (30 minutes): Take a scenic train ride along the Lehigh River, offering beautiful views of the gorge and surrounding area. ✦ Mauch Chunk Lake Park - 20 miles (35 minutes): A great place for boating, fishing, picnicking, and hiking in a peaceful natural setting. ✦ Ricketts Glen State Park - 35 miles (45 minutes): Explore 22 waterfalls along the Falls Trail in this picturesque state park known for its stunning scenery. ✦ Prompton State Park - 40 miles (45 minutes): Enjoy outdoor activities like fishing, hiking, and boating in this serene park, featuring a large lake and beautiful surroundings. ✦ Bushkill Falls - 45 miles (45 minutes): Known as the "Niagara of Pennsylvania," visit this iconic series of eight waterfalls accessible via well-maintained trails. ✦ Pocono Outdoor Adventure Tours - 10 miles (20 minutes): Embark on outdoor adventures, including rafting, kayaking, and hiking, to explore the natural beauty of the Pocono Mountains. Welcome to our lovely chalet! Nestled in a serene location on a quiet street, our spacious and inviting retreat is the perfect destination for your next getaway. As you step inside, you'll be greeted by an open floor plan that seamlessly connects the kitchen, dining room, and living room, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for you and your fellow guests to relax and enjoy. With four cozy bedrooms, our chalet comfortably accommodates large families or groups of friends. Three of the bedrooms are furnished with comfortable queen beds, ensuring a restful night's sleep. The remaining two bedrooms are equipped with two bunk beds each, featuring twin beds over full beds. These bunk beds are perfect for the younger members of your group or those seeking a playful and adventurous sleeping arrangement. For those seeking entertainment, our chalet boasts a dedicated game area that will surely delight both young and young at heart. Challenge your friends to a friendly game of shuffleboard or relive the nostalgic charm of classic arcade games on our arcade machine. It's a fantastic space to unwind and create lasting memories together. Step outside onto our spacious deck, which wraps around the front of the house, and take in the fresh mountain air. Equipped with a convenient gas grill, it's the ideal spot for hosting barbecues and enjoying al fresco dining with your loved ones. On the other side of the chalet, you'll find a charming backyard complete with a picnic table, providing the perfect setting for leisurely outdoor meals surrounded by nature's beauty. One of the highlights of our chalet is the abundance of wildlife you'll encounter just outside your doorstep. Whether you're sipping your morning coffee on the deck or enjoying a quiet evening in the backyard, keep your eyes peeled for glimpses of deer, birds, and other fascinating creatures that call this area home. It's a truly enchanting experience that will make you feel at one with nature. As you explore the area, you'll find plenty of attractions and activities to fill your days with adventure. Whether you're looking to hit the slopes at the nearby ski resorts during the winter months or embark on scenic hikes and bike rides through picturesque trails in the warmer seasons, there's something for everyone to enjoy. And when you return to our chalet after a day of exploration, you can unwind in the comfort of our inviting retreat. Come and experience the tranquility and charm of our lovely chalet. With its open floor plan, comfortable bedrooms, entertaining game area, and outdoor spaces perfect for relaxation, it's the ideal home away from home for your next vacation. Book your stay with us today and create unforgettable memories in this beautiful mountain retreat. ◆◆◆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, please note that 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. ◆◆◆Summer Bookings◆◆◆ During Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, this is our busiest season. Check-in time is at 5 PM, and early check-in is nearly impossible. If we can accommodate an early check-in, the earliest would be 3 PM. If you need to arrive earlier than 3 PM, we recommend booking the day before to ensure you can arrive any time on your desired day. ◆◆◆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◆◆◆ If you are bringing your pet during your stay, please be aware of the following rules: Pet Fee: We will allow up to 3 pets to stay the fees are the following: $25 per stay per pet and $100 additional pet cleaning fee. This will be collected after your reservation is booked through the app. Keep Dogs Leashed: Dogs must be leashed at all times while outside. The mountain area is home to various wildlife, including bears, foxes, coyotes, other dogs (wild or loose), skunks, raccoons, and snakes. Keeping your dog on a leash is essential for its safety, as encounters with these animals can be dangerous. No Overnight Outdoor Stays: Do not leave your dog outside overnight. Unless your dog is a livestock guardian dog, it may become prey for bears or other wildlife. Clean Up After Your Dog: Please pick up after your dog when it goes potty. Other families, including those with small children, stay at our home and do not want to step in it. Keep Pets Off Furniture: Please keep pets off human furniture. ◆◆◆Community Amenities◆◆◆ (Weather Permitting) Please note that guests will receive 8 amenity badges for the duration of their stay. These badges are required for adults and children aged 5 and above. Children under 5 do not need badges to access the community's amenities. Additional badges cannot be purchased. The community does not allow more passes to be purchased or to be obtained, they cap it at 8. Wristbands are not interchangeable once placed on the wrist; it cannot be removed until the end of stay. Availability of amenities is not guaranteed. Life Jackets: Not provided. • A picturesque 190-acre lake, fed by natural springs (please note that a PA fishing license is required for fishing enthusiasts) • A meticulously maintained sandy beach, open for your enjoyment from Memorial Day to Labor Day • A refreshing community pool, available for use from Memorial Day to Labor Day (weekends only until Father's Day weekend) • Engaging sand volleyball courts • Invigorating basketball facilities • Well-maintained tennis courts • A charming clubhouse complete with a restaurant • Pedal boat rentals during the summer season • The community offers kayak rentals, including 1- and 2-person kayaks. Rentals are $20 per hour (cash), with an additional $10 for each extra half hour. The minimum age for rental is 18. You’ll need to present an ID and a wristband. ◆◆◆Cancellations◆◆◆ Please review our cancellation policy. We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance, as last-minute cancellations are non-refundable. ◆◆◆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 and must be purchased by guests. ◆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. If it's not hooked up to the main house propane, A canister is attached to the grill, with a spare available on the property. ◆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.

House Rules

* Our property is located in a community which requires all guests to fill out a form with their information and all guests attending the stay. This form may include Names, Mailing Addresses, Ages, Vehicle Information. * Please treat our house as your own. If you wouldn't do it there, don't do it here. * Dogs: We will allow up to 3 dogs to stay the fees are the following: $25 per stay per dog and $100 additional pet cleaning fee. This will be collected after your reservation is booked through the app. We ask that you keep dogs off the human beds and couches. * No parties * Quiet Hours 9PM-8AM * Groups of 25 year old or younger prohibited * 10 Overnight guests in total are allowed as per our communities rules (including children over 5 years old). * No smoking Inside of house and garage - evidence of smoking will result in loss of deposit ($500). * No House or Scented Candles (Birthday Candles are ok) * ABSOLUTLY NO GLITTER! * Renters are responsible to take all garbage out to the community compactors, there is to be no garbage left behind in bags or bins. If there is garbage left behind there is an additional $150 garbage removal charge that will be applied for removing the garbage from the house or garage. * Use of grill requires grill to be maintained and cleaned throughout and after use * Use of fire pit requires fire pit to be completely extinguished after use and chairs put back in their original location. *Guests must follow all rules within the community. Major ones; NO FIREWORKS, no feeding animals, obey the speed limit (25MPH). * If any fines or tickets are issued from our community during your stay for not following the rules or traffic laws, we will send a request to collect the fine to you, the primary renter through Airbnb immediately upon us receiving a fine or ticket. This also applies for any guest part of your reservation including overnight and daytime guests. The primary renter will be responsible for sending the fine amount to us directly, we will not accept payments from any other member of your party. Failure to pay within 48 hours of our request will result in $50 additional fee. *ACTS OF GOD: We will not refund, reimburse, or adjust any reservation or nightly rate for any acts of god that would impact any utilities for less then 24 hours including, Power, Water, Heat, or Internet. In the event an outage takes place for longer then 24 hours we will handle it on a case by case basis. Please note our house is located in the mountains and while it is in a community with other homes we are not immune from "Acts of God" "Acts of Gods" include but not limited to Rain, Snow, Ice, Lightning, Wind, Extreme Heat, Extreme Cold, Earthquakes and/or other things out of our control. *We will not refund, reimburse, or adjust any reservation or nightly rate for any acts of god that would impact your travel to or from our house. ***CHECK OUT*** Check out is at 11AM, failure to leave by 11am will result in a $250 late check out fee. Guests are responsible for the following items before checking out. +Put back all items and furniture to their original locations (including outdoor furniture or items) +There is to be no dirty dishes left in the sink. You can start a load in the dishwasher before you leave and we will put them away. +Take all garbage and recycling to compactors about 10 mins away. +Close and lock all windows and exterior doors and ensure all garage doors are in the closed position. +Turn off all lights, ceiling fans, AC's, and other electrical devices. +Submit your review and let us know how your experience was.