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Pocono House W/ Outdoor Hottub, Pet Friendly, 2 Canoes, Kayak & Firepit

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Front right side of house
Front left side of house
Front entrance - small deck
Firepit in backyard
Fire pit area in back yard

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Gouldsboro, PA
  • Lake Watawga
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Tobyhanna State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Big Bass Lake
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

4 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

Pocono House W/ Outdoor Hottub, Pet Friendly, 2 Canoes, Kayak & Firepit

Lovely Pocono retreat located on a waterway between Larsen and Natalie Lakes within the Big Bass Lake Community (BBLC). Spacious living room with, vaulted ceilings with skylights and stone fireplace. Sleeps 12 comfortably in 6 bedrooms with 3 baths. Our Association will only allow 12 names (example: you can't have 16 names on guest list with some only staying part time). Fully equipped kitchen and dining area. Outside deck with hot tub and gas bbq grill. Fire pit area in back yard. Screened-in porch area. 2 kayaks and 2 canoes available for use. Its a steep path down to the waterway.
Please check our Availability Calendar for availability information.

You MUST be at least 25 to enter into an agreement.
Linens & Towels are not provided. You may bring your own or rent via Pocono Linens. Use Discount Code "ROBERT" to receive a 10% discount.

A security camera facing the driveway will be on during your stay.

Property manager

Joe & Leanne Christel
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 1:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
Pets allowed with fee.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted inside the house
Garbage/Recycling must be brought to a centrally located compactor at the end of your stay.
Linens are not included. We can provide a linen rental referral if needed.
The house is part of an association that requires you MUST check in at the gatehouse prior to going to the house the first time.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a deadlock

About the area

Gouldsboro

Located in Gouldsboro, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Lake Wallenpaupack and Gouldsboro State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Kalahari and Summit Lanes. Travelling with kids? Consider Keiper Park and Claws 'N' Paws Wild Animal Park.
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Gouldsboro, PA

What's nearby

  • Lake Watawga - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Tobyhanna State Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Gouldsboro State Park Beach - 8 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Big Bass Lake - 9 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Kalahari - 20 min drive - 25.2 km

Getting around

  • Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kay's Daily Grind - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Country Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Dutchman - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Pocono House W/ Outdoor Hottub, Pet Friendly, 2 Canoes, Kayak & Firepit have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Pocono House W/ Outdoor Hottub, Pet Friendly, 2 Canoes, Kayak & Firepit pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Pocono House W/ Outdoor Hottub, Pet Friendly, 2 Canoes, Kayak & Firepit?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pocono House W/ Outdoor Hottub, Pet Friendly, 2 Canoes, Kayak & Firepit?

Checkout is at 1:00 PM.

Where is Pocono House W/ Outdoor Hottub, Pet Friendly, 2 Canoes, Kayak & Firepit located?

This family-friendly Gouldsboro holiday home is located on a lake, within a 5-minute walk of Lehigh River and Larsen Lake. Gouldsboro State Park and Lake Watawga are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 93 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 93 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 93 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 93 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 93 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jane G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun House!
This house was awesome. Spacious for everyone, full of fun activities, and a great place to stay for the weekend. We went for a bachelorette weekend and it was nothing short of a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

deidre G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House!
Big house with plenty of space to spread out for our group of three families. Convenient drive to Montage Ski Resort. House is well stocked with games and plenty to do with the pool table, ping pong and hot tub. Owner was very responsive which made for a relaxing trip. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
My family and I had a great time. Communication was great and property was as advertised and very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and cozy
Great for families
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Cynthia M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Family Christmas gathering in the Poconos
Layout was perfect for our group of 6 adults and 5 children 3 and under. However, the property itself is very dated and seems like very little has been done to improve it over the years.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Michael W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving Weekend
Our family had a wonderful stay. The location is quiet and the house was a great size for our family. Plenty of games, and indoor activities! The owner was very helpful and communicated with us. Beautiful location and we were visited by a few deers in the morning! I would definitely recommend this house for families
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jess J.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Family Getaway
Went away with our extended family for a Christmas getaway and it was perfect for what we needed! Loved the open floor plan so we could be in the kitchen and still interact with those on the couch. Loved the space in the basement for games. Very spacious, 11 of us and we never felt on top of eachother. The only minor inconvenience was the beds being very hard and uncomfortable to sleep. Overall we had a wonderful family trip and would 100% Stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

JAIME F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
The property is lovely and nestled in the woods. A short walk down to the water which is perfect for kayaking/paddleboarding. The owner is very helpful and responsive. We had a lovely stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House made a rainy vacation a success!
The entire family had a great time. The accommodations were spacious and perfect for everyone from an infant to a great-grandmother! We were surprised at first that there was no air conditioning, but the fans and beautiful wooded lot made everything very comfortable. Would go back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Lovely house big enough for our family of 8. So much to do at the house and on the lake. We made daily use of the kayaks and canoes and enjoyed fishing right from the river bank. Thanks to Joe & Leanne for sharing your beautiful home! Looking forward to staying again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

alyssa b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
beautiful house and great location
the stay was great the house had many things to do
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage for a group!
Such an amazing property... great cottage feel, had everything we wanted, plenty of space, lots to do! Really nice to be able to use the community pool as well. Would definitely book it again.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Multi-Family Lake Hideout
Met two other families here for a great, relaxing trip. The weather kept us in every afternoon, but we didn't mind. The teenagers played chess on the screened in porch, the younger kids played hide and seek on three floors, and the adults completed puzzles and cooked food. The rules for the lake were a slight inconvenience, which is why one category is 4 out of 5. Highly recommend!
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

mary w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
We really enjoyed our stay. Having use of the boats and kayaks was a huge plus. We enjoyed the firepit and hot tub as well. Easy communication with the host was a plus. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
40th Birthday Celebration
We stayed in this property for a weekend to celebrate my husband’s and my 40th birthdays with friends! It was absolutely perfect! The amenities included a spacious hot tub, high quality sauna, kayaks/canoes just a few steps in front of the house and game room. The lay out was well thought out for groups of 12 as the upstairs and downstairs had plenty to offer and plenty of sleeping space. We all enjoyed our stay thoroughly. The price was extremely reasonable and we did save money by opting to bring our own linens. Linens are available to order from the association for an additional cost. Joe, the owner was very friendly and helpful. -Katie
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House
Fantastic House. Huge. Great amentities.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

Great get away. Lots of room.
We had a wonderful stay in your beautiful home. Very spacious, with open living space, and plenty of separate space for quiet. Owners thought of so many things to make it convenient and homey. Loved using the canoe with direct access to the lake. Can't wait to come back.

8/10 Good

Jennifer B., Lebanon, Pennsylvania

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As advertised
Property was as advertised. Owners were responsive to my questions while we stayed there. Fireplace and hot tub were perfect for a cool fall stay. Enjoyed the spacious deck and wildlife while staying right on the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love it.
This is a beautiful house. The location is just the perfect amount of secluded without being in the woods by yourself. And it's huge! It sneakily big, comfortable, rustic... we absolutely loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danita H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Son’s Senior Ski Trip
Our family took a ski trip for my son’s senior year. The weather was awful, but we managed to get one day to ski. The house was great. Lots of space and yet cozy. Plenty to do even when we were stuck inside due to rain. The property manager was responsive and helpful. The kitchen has every tool you can think of to cook meals if you wish.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Randy S.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter getaway
House was large with a good lay out plenty of room. Too much paperwork and rules for check in. (Community rules) place could be cleaner and needs some updates. Overall was OK
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcie H., Havre De Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Home on a Lake!
Many things to do for kids and teens, as well as a canoe and kayaks - included. Secluded w/much distance from neighboring homes, which were not visible. We had some family problems while there, and received great assistance by the owners, who were friendly and very helpful! They turned a problem into an unqualified success!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
We enjoyed our stay. Very quiet and relaxing. Would be a difficult walk to the water on the property if you were elderly. Fishing wasn't great when we were there. Otherwise it's a great property. Owners were very responsive. Make sure to read all they send before you go. The gatehouse where you check in isn't on the same road as the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

dan b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Decent Stay
The rental was decent overall, but we did experience some disappointments. We stayed here to celebrate my sister’s 30th birthday and enjoyed skiing and snowboarding during our trip. The house itself was very nice and contributed to a good time, but there were a few issues that impacted our stay.First, the hot tub wasn’t ready when we arrived. It was at 67 degrees and didn’t reach a usable temperature until the second night. On top of that, there was no hot water for showers on the first night, which was frustrating. While the hosts came out to resolve the issue, they should have made sure this wasn’t a problem before our arrival, especially considering the price we paid.Additionally, the HOA rules for this property were a bit strict. You’re required to provide the names of all guests (maximum 12), check in at a gatehouse for parking passes, and ensure compliance to avoid fines. Guests are also required to take all garbage to the dump (a five minute drive) after their stay or face a 25 per bag fee from the host. Finally, you either need to rent or bring your own bed sheets, which felt inconvenient.Overall, the house was nice, but these issues detracted from the experience. I certainly give it credit for being pet friendly though (20 a day for our dog which was fair).
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Big and roomy
This place was great for our group of 8 adults. Plenty of rooms and beds and it was great that the dining room sat all of us and the living room fit all of us. It took a long time to heat up the hot tub, but when hot it was great. And the sauna was not mentioned in the listing but it was a great surprise. We did not like having to take the trash to the dumpster, especially since we didn’t realize it until the last day. We were here in the winter, but I bet it would be lovely in the summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Joe & Leanne Christel

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