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Private Beach & Dock, Pickleball, Kayaks, Pool table, Firepit, 240V-EV

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Pool
Smart TV, fireplace, table football, computer monitors
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9263 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Jim Thorpe, PA
  • Bear Mountain Butterfly Sanctuary
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Penn's Peak
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Jim Thorpe Memorial
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Allentown, PA (ABE-Lehigh Valley Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

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About the area

Jim Thorpe

Located in Jim Thorpe, this vacation home is on the waterfront, a 3-minute drive from Bear Mountain Butterfly Sanctuary and 6 minutes from Hickory Run State Park. .This family-friendly vacation home is 13.6 mi (21.9 km) from Split Rock Resort Indoor Waterpark and 18.3 mi (29.4 km) from Blue Mountain Ski Area.

What's nearby

  • Bear Mountain Butterfly Sanctuary - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Penn's Peak - 9 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Jim Thorpe Memorial - 13 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Jim Thorpe Lehigh River Access - 17 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Mauch Chunk Opera House - 18 min drive - 13.4 km

Getting around

  • Lehigh Valley Intl. Airport (ABE) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cafe @ The Woods Campground - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Molly Maguire's Irish Pub - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Broadway Grille & Pub - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Riley's Pub - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Private Beach & Dock, Pickleball, Kayaks, Pool table, Firepit, 240V-EV

★ Private dock ★ Private sand beach
★ Large firepit ★ Fishing & bikes
★ New kitchen ★ Pickleball & tennis
★ WFH office ★ 2 outdoor patios
★ 240V for EV ★ Pool table & foosball
★ Pool access ★ Kayaks, canoe, SUPs

★ 15min to Big Boulder Mountain ski ★
★ Jack Frost 23min ; Blue Mountain 29min ★

"The home is stunning and the owner truly considered every detail for her guest! This is at the top of my list of places I have stayed and I travel often!" Wanda - Oct-23

FAMILY ROOM
★ Huge, bright family room w/ high ceilings
★ Amazing lake views from all windows
★ Indoor dining table seats 10
★ TV area with 58” smart TV and L-sofa
★ Cosy gas fireplace

OUTDOOR LIVING
★ Teak dining table on deck seats 10
★ Sofa & coffee table on upper deck
★ Weber propane grill on deck
★ Large firepit (firewood included)
★ String lights to create ambience

KITCHEN
★ Spacious, modern open-plan kitchen
★ Viking electric range & dishwasher
★ Microwave, coffee maker, kettle, toaster
★ Pots, pans, all the tableware you'll need
★ Le Creuset, All-Clad, Tramontina, Wüsthof

GARDEN LEVEL
★ Second TV area with 65" smart TV
★ Wet bar with drinks fridge
★ Works well as kids' hangout zone
★ Also works as in-law annex
★ Patio doors lead out to shady patio

BEACHFRONT ZONE
★ Landscaped path leading to beach
★ Sandy private beach with sunloungers
★ 2nd patio w/ furniture & hammock
★ Private dock in the water May-Oct
★ Warm water outdoor shower to rinse off

LAKE
★ Spring-fed lake, 1 mile long, 160 acres
★ Steps lead down into the serene water
★ House has 112' of private lake frontage
★ Stocked w/ fish (sunfish, perch, bass etc)
★ Fish from the dock or take out the canoe

WATERCRAFT
★ Single kayak, double kayak, large canoe
★ 2 youth kayaks, 2 stand-up paddleboards
★ Launch watercraft from dock or beach
★ Various inflatables kept at the house
★ Life preservers included for your safety

GAMES ROOM / GARAGE
★ Pool table, Tornado foosball, dart board
★ Take our bikes for a ride around the lake!
★ Bikes: 2x adult, 2x big kid, 1x little kid
★ Car parking: garage (2) plus driveway (5)
★ 240V NEMA 14-50 40amp socket for EV

BEDROOMS
★1 - King bed, ensuite bath (sleeps 2)
★2 - Queen bed (sleeps 2)
★3 - Twin XL bunks & Twin trundle (sleeps 3)
★4 - Queen bed on garden level (sleeps 2)
★ All bedrooms have tranquil lake views
★ Family room: pull-out sofa bed (if needed)

FULL BATHROOMS
★1 - Soaking tub, shower, double sink vanity
★2 - Shower above tub
★3 - Shower (on garden level)

INFANT FRIENDLY
★ Pack-n-play
★ High chair
★ Baby gate

WFH HOME OFFICE
★ Dedicated office room with full set-up
★ 2x 24" monitors & Dell 3100 dock
★ Keyboard, mouse, webcam & printer
★ Plug in with included cable (USB A or C)
★ Just bring your laptop and charger!

COMMUNITY AMENITIES
★ Heated pool (Memorial Day - Labor Day)*
★ Infant paddling pool & diving board
★ Courts: 3 tennis, 2 pickleball, 2 basketball
★ Playground: slides, swings, roundabout
★2 communal sandy beaches on lake

OTHER
★ Linens & bath towels are provided
★ Beach towels are provided in summer
★ 4 tennis rackets + balls
★ 4 pickleball paddles + balls
★ Wifi: 145 Mbps download / 11 Mbps upload
★ Complimentary shower gel & shampoo
★ Washer & dryer are available in the house
★ Nest smart speaker + 2 mini-speakers
★ Basic cleaning supplies
★ Loads of wildlife to be seen in the area: birds, deer, rabbits, squirrels, foxes. We haven’t seen a bear yet, but they are active in the area

★ The home is located in the peaceful & friendly Bear Creek Lakes recreational community. Most properties are vacation homes belonging to families in PA, NJ & NY
★ Perfect for 1 large family, 2 smaller families, or multi-generational family stays. Many guests choose our house for family reunions or to celebrate special occasions

LOCAL ATTRACTIONS:
★ Skiing: Big Boulder - 15mins/12miles, Jack Frost - 23mins/19miles, Blue Mountain - 29mins/19miles
★ Jim Thorpe cute Victorian town (tourist train, ice cream parlors, antiquing, theatre, restaurants, shops, Asa Packer Mansion, Old Jail Museum, Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway) - 8mins/6miles
★ Hickory Run State Park (Boulder Field, Hawk Falls, lake, beach, hiking trails) - 13mins/10miles
★ Penn's Peak concerts - 6mins/4miles
★ Waterparks (Camelbeach Mountain Waterpark - 38mins/33miles, Kalahari Waterpark - 33mins/28miles)
★ Casinos (Mount Airy Casino - 37mins/32miles)
★ Pocono Raceway - 17mins/14miles
★ Horseback Riding (Mountain Laurel Riding Stables - 16mins/13miles)
★ Paintballing at Skirmish (largest paintball site on East Coast - 16mins/11miles)
★ Rafting (Pocono Whitewater Rafting - 3mins/2miles)
★ Biking (Lehigh Gorge Trail - 16mins/8miles & historic Switchback Trail - 14mins/9miles)
★ Bear Mountain Butterfly Sanctuary (3 mins/1mile)
★ Tasting (Bright Path Brewing - 7mins/5miles, Big Creek Vineyard - 16mins/10miles, Radical Wine Company - 19mins/12miles)
★ Shopping (Pocono Premium Outlets - 34mins/30miles)
★ Country Junction - the world's largest general store - 19mins/12miles
★ Amusement Parks (Camelback Mountain Adventures - 38mins/32miles)
... or just kick back at the house and do nothing!

OTHER THINGS TO NOTE:
○ The charging cable for EV charging is not included - bring your own cable.
○ The TVs do not have cable or streaming subscriptions. Most popular apps are already downloaded - simply bring your own login details. The family room TV has a Chromecast that you can use to cast sports from your laptop.
○ The games room is in the garage and is not heated space. However it is insulated and has heated living areas above it, so it's not freezing and can still be enjoyed in the winter with a light jacket.
○ Please report any accidental damage as soon as it occurs.
○ Guests are responsible for any fines incurred as a result of breaking community rules (this has never happened yet).
○ The owners may store a vehicle in the garage, however it is a very large garage and there will still be space for 2 guest vehicles.
○ A golf cart is stored in the garage. Unfortunately, it's not available for guest use (for insurance reasons).
○ Guests should plan on cleaning the outdoor propane grill after use, if they use it during their stay. Cleaning supplies are located in a crate under the grill. The cleaning fee for the house does not include cleaning the grill. If the grill is left dirty then an additional fee may apply.
○ Only registered watercraft are allowed on the lake, so unfortunately guests cannot bring their own watercraft.

ADDITIONAL RULES:
○ Minimum age for Primary Renter is 30.
○ No candles, slime or confetti.
○ No events.
○ No guests are allowed at the house in addition to those on the original booking - including day guests - this is for insurance reasons.
○ No bachelor parties/weekends or prom celebrations.
○ Host reserves the right to request photo ID from primary renter to verify age and facilitate contactless check-in.
○ If you use the Weber propane grill outside, please clean it after use.
○ No fireworks; community and Township fines apply and primary renter will be liable.
○ 2025 opening dates for community swimming pool. The pool is open on weekends only from Memorial Day weekend until 6/14. From 6/14 onwards it's open every day until Labor Day.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including a water park and 3 outdoor pickleball courts. This vacation home also features an arcade/game room, barbecue grills, and bike parking.
Guests will find features like internet access, onsite parking, and a car charging station.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pickleball courts
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycles
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycles
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 2,836 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

NEW Pristine Modern Lakefront in Recreational Community
NEW pristine modern lakefront house. Poconos. Jim Thorpe
Pristine Modern Lakefront Home in Recreational Community