This spring, Hopskip Home to your modern chalet nestled in the woods of amenity-filled Arrowhead Lake community and close to the top Pocono attractions like Kalahari 14mi, Aquatopia 17mi, Camelback 17mi, Mt Airy 18mi, Pocono Raceway 11mi and more. Just a 0.3mi walk to lake, this chalet has everything you need... comfy living, well-stocked kitchen, full bath, 3 bedrooms, high ceilings. With nature waking up, hiking trails coming to life and crisp mountain air, this is your place to recharge.
----------LOCATION----------
• GOLD-STAR ARROWHEAD LAKE COMMUNITY: 2 lakes, 4 lake “beaches”, walk to Beach 2 from house, 3 outdoor pools (summer season only), kayak/canoe/paddleboard rentals (seasonal), playgrounds, tennis, basketball, volleyball, game room, lodge, fitness center and more
• 20-35 MINS: Kalahari, Aquatopia, Camelback, Jack Frost, Big Boulder, Mt. Airy Casino, Pocono Raceway, Pocono Premium Outlets, Big Pocono State Park, Tobyhanna State Park, Stroudsburg downtown and so much more!
• Experience the best of the Poconos with nearby breathtaking state parks, hiking, biking, fishing, rafting, kayaking, golfing, wine tasting, ATVing, paintballing, zip lining and more!
----------KEY PROPERTY FEATURES----------
• 3 bedrooms (1 queen, 3 fulls)
• 1 full bathroom *just renovated Jan 2025*
• Fully equipped eat-in kitchen
• Spacious and bright open concept living and dining area with high ceilings
• Expansive deck with dining area, gas grill, lounge area and forest views
• Wood-burning firepit with Adirondacks, firewood included
----------YOUR SUPERHOSTS----------
Hi, we’re your Superhosts, Graham & Krista, a husband and wife team who renovate houses for a living and owners of Hopskip Home, a collection of three vacation rental houses across the Poconos. We welcome you to the Hopskip Home Modern Chalet. We designed everything in the home for you to have a wonderful and thoughtful 5-STAR stay. Come find out why this home is a beloved Guest Favorite!
----------WHAT OUR PAST GUESTS HAVE TO SAY----------
"My family and I couldn't have asked for a better stay. The home was clean, extremely peaceful and private. There's tons do in the area for families, which was a huge plus! We look forward to coming back soon. The hosts are very welcoming and helpful." -Emily
"Great perfect little place to get away for the weekend, everything was exactly as described and host were helpful from before arrival to checkout. Would stay with again." -John
“We loved staying at Hopskip Home! It was perfect for our family of four and really loved the layout. The kids enjoyed the loft as their bedroom and the kitchen/open concept was warm and inviting. Graham & Krista were easy to communicate with and accommodated our requests and questions. The community is quiet and all of the amenities are easy to get it to. I loved checking out Hopskip Home’s IG page for extra pictures, videos, and tips! We loved the Poconos and will be back again!” -Angela
----------MORE ABOUT YOUR VACATION CHALET----------
• EXTERIOR • Lounge and dine on the expansive new deck, cook up some BBQ on the gas grill, kick back in your Adirondack and roast some s’mores round the built-in firepit. We provide firewood, you bring the s'mores! Turn down the lights at night and gaze at the star-filled sky.
• LIVING ROOM • Get comfy in the living room with 55" TV with Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu+Live, sound bar, electric fireplace, pillows and throw blankets. Spin some vintage tunes on the record player.
• KITCHEN • The well-appointed kitchen has everything you need to store your food, prep and cook meals or serve up some drinks at the coffee bar. The house has a refrigerator, electric range, dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker, toaster, blender, pots and pans, S/P, plates, bowls, utensils, cups, mugs, wine glasses, wine openers, serving trays, cook books, trash bags, cleaning supplies and more.
• BEDROOMS • Take your pick of where to sleep… do you choose the teal bedroom (queen bed), the black bedroom (full bed) or the fun open loft with lounge area and high ceilings (2 full beds)? Either way, you’ll sleep comfy on new memory foam mattresses and fresh, clean sheets.
• FULL BATHROOM • The newly renovated full bathroom (Jan 2025) has a tub/shower. We provide bath towels (1 per guest), dark washcloths for make up removal, a hair dryer, hand soap, shampoo, conditioner and body wash.
• FUN STUFF • Looking for ideas on what to do during your stay? Check out our well-curated Hopskip Home Welcome Book and Pocono guide books. We are obsessed with trying all the amazing activities, tours, shops and restaurants in the Poconos to be able to recommend for you to do during your stay! Looking for something to do in your downtime? We've got lots of board games, cards, a karaoke machine and a disco light too.
• MORE FEATURES • On-site parking for up to 3 cars, air conditioning and fans, mini split and electric baseboards for heating, energy efficient Euro-style washer-dryer combo for small loads of laundry, work desks in two bedrooms if needed, free wi-fi, mudroom rack, two bedrooms have drawers and hangers so you can unpack.
You’ll be staying in the private gated Gold Star community of Arrowhead Lake in Pocono Lake, PA. The community has multiple lakes, lake “beaches”, outdoor pools (summer season only), kayak/canoe/paddleboard rentals (seasonal), playgrounds, tennis, basketball, volleyball, game room, lodge, fitness center and more.
***NOTE: Arrowhead Lake charges all guests (age 6 and over) MANDATORY FEES for access to community and use of all amenities.*** These fees will billed separately by us through VRBO after we complete your registration and must be paid prior to check in. Fees are as follows:
--PEAK SEASON (May 24-Sep 2): Registration fee $20 PLUS $8.50 per person per day (over age 6) PLUS $20 per each vehicle for gate cards
--OFF SEASON (Sept 3-May 23): Registration fee $20 PLUS $2 per person per day (over age 6) PLUS the $20 per vehicle
• BEACHES • There are four beaches on the lake. Start by taking a short walk to Beach 2 which is only 0.3mi from the house! Watch the sunrise or sunset every day of your stay. Grab a sandwich at the local deli and picnic on the beach.
• LAKES • Swim, fish, canoe, kayak or paddle-board your way around not one but two sparkling lakes! (Permit required for fishing)
• POOLS • Take your pick of three heated outdoor swimming pools (Memorial Day - Labor Day). The arrowhead-shaped pool at the Island Area on the lake is a must-do!
• RENTALS • Rent a kayak, canoe, paddle board, bike, bocce, fishing equipment and sports equipment at the Rental Shack. Plan a game of tennis, beach volleyball, basketball or even billiards. Bring ID and credit card for rentals. Open all summer season then weekends only through mid-Oct.
• KIDS & TEENS • Let the kids go wild on the playgrounds or take them to the game room with air hockey, billiards, giant Connect Four and more.
• FITNESS CENTER • You don’t have to miss a workout, stop by the well-equipped fitness center/gym in the Lodge.
• THE LODGE • Head on over to the main lodge, check out the library, enjoy the fitness center (age 18+) or billiards room (age 18+). Be sure to check the Events Calendar too for more unique and fun events during your stay!
• THE BEAUTIFUL POCONOS • And if all the fun in the community is not enough, the chalet is located within 20 to 30min drive to the best waterparks (Kalahari, Aquatopia, Camelbeach), the best skiing (Jack Frost, Big Boulder, Camelback, Shawnee), Mount Airy Casino, The Crossings Outlets, Pocono Raceway, Pocono Brewery and more. Experience the best of the Poconos with breathtaking state parks, hiking, biking, fishing, rafting, golfing, wine tasting, ATVing, zip lining and more.
• REMEMBER TO BRING • bottled water (house has well water), s’mores supplies, bathing suits, beach towels, beach chairs, cooler, sunblock, bug spray, sports equipment to play tennis, volleyball or basketball (some equipment can be rented at the Rental Shack in summer season then on weekends only through mid-Oct), fishing rods (fishing license needed), kayak or canoe