Cozy Lakefront Poconos Retreat In A Private Community

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View of lake from private dock. Rental includes pedal boat, canoe, kayaks.

View of house from the backyard. Left shows the deck with the dayroom next to it

Deck with seating for 8 people, along with BBQ Grill (propane).

View of the lake from the deck. Lake and private dock are 50 yards from here.

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4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8241.5 sq m

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Hot tub
Pool
Dryer
Parking available
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Washer

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Hawley, PA

Hemlock Lake
‪7 min drive‬
Lake Wallenpaupack
‪21 min drive‬
Promised Land State Park
‪24 min drive‬
Monticello, NY (MSV-Sullivan County Intl.)
‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Day Room

1 Double Futon

Downstairs Basement

1 Double Futon

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs Bedroom #1

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom #3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Summer rentals (June 1- August 31) on a monthly basis, Saturday 3pm- Saturday 11:00am.
Please call or text James before booking at 347-314-9648. I will give you a full tour over the phone and answer any questions!
This lakefront getaway is located in a gated, peaceful Poconos community full of amenities just a short 90-minute drive from NYC. Clean, spacious and comfortable, it has everything you need amidst the natural beauty of the surrounding woodlands.

The spacious 4-bdrm home has 2.5 baths, a living room, day room, and den. The master bdrm has a king-sized bed w/ private bath. Upstairs, there are three bedrooms, all with queen-sized beds and a full bath. The well-stocked kitchen features new appliances. A generous deck, equipped with a grill and dining table, looks out on to a lake.

The home also features private lake access, a dock, a pedal boat, two kayaks, a canoe, as well as six bicycles with helmets. And when you’re not out exploring, the AC keeps you cool, the fireplaces (wood incl.) keep you cozy, and the TVs and high-speed WIFI keep you connected.

Your stay also includes free equipment rental, and access to social and educational events, clubs, classes/workshops for all ages, a game room, children’s day camp, and a youth center. There are ongoing community concerts, art exhibits and theatrical productions. Please check Hemlock Farms newsletter for more information.

Grocery stores, a pharmacy, fast food/restaurants are conveniently close-by. Quaint old towns nearby are fun to explore.

Boundless outdoor adventures in the area await you, such as whitewater rafting/tubing/kayaking the Delaware Water Gap, the beautiful Bushkill Falls, horseback riding, paintball, and snowmobiling/tubing/skiing at nearby mountains, Big Bear, Jack Frost and Camelback.

We look forward to hosting your getaway!

Property manager

James and Wendy Jansen

Languages

English, Spanish

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Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Follow all rules of house manual.

Follow community rules and regulations based on handbook.

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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 first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Hawley

Located in Hawley, this holiday home is on a lake. Roebling Aqueduct Suspension Bridge and Minisink Battlefield County Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Lake Wallenpaupack and Costa's Family Fun Park. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.

Hawley, PA

What's nearby

Hemlock Farms Administration Office - 6 min drive - 3.6 km
Hemlock Lake - 7 min drive - 3.4 km
Lake Wallenpaupack - 21 min drive - 22.9 km
Promised Land State Park - 24 min drive - 24.5 km
Bushkill Falls - 43 min drive - 37.4 km

Getting around

Allentown, PA (ABE-Lehigh Valley Intl.) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
‪Ryan's Deli - ‬4 min drive
‪Brother Bruno's Pizza - ‬4 min drive
‪Ray & Charles - ‬9 min drive
‪Chatterbox Restaurant - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Cozy Lakefront Poconos Retreat In A Private Community have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Cozy Lakefront Poconos Retreat In A Private Community pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Lakefront Poconos Retreat In A Private Community?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Lakefront Poconos Retreat In A Private Community?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Lakefront Poconos Retreat In A Private Community located?

This family-friendly Hawley holiday home is located on a lake, within 2 mi (3 km) of Willow Pond, Bluestone Pond and Rimrock Pond. Little Bell Pond and Saddle Brook Pond are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Chad P.

22 October 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

The house was everything it advertised and more. The house had everything you could need. Pots, dishes, cleaning supplies, toiletries, games, athletic equipment, fishing equipment etc... The house was clean and well taken care of. The lake is literally steps away and there are boats as well. My only complaint was that I didn't have more time there. I plan to visit again, it was an extremely relaxing and comfortable stay. I highly recommend it!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cesar I.

20 January 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An excellent place for a family vacation 👍🏻👍🏻

James was a very nice person ! Always in touch with us and he want us to be very comfortably in his place ! A great place in the mountains.

10/10 Excellent

sharon m.

17 August 2018

5 star family vacation

This is a great rental for a family looking to relax on a lake. The pictures do not give it justice!Lots of space for everyone. We enjoyed all the extras. Boats,bikes,fishing poles and private beaches and pools .All the beds were extremely comfy. Well stocked kitchen,towels and supplies. Jim gives a quick tour,which is helpful and answers any questions. We had the best time and look forward to renting again next summer.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ben H., Brooklyn, NY, USA

5 March 2018

Great place for a getaway ... enjoyed the fireplace all weekend long

Nice spot overlooking the lake, very comfortable for our group (three couples + a baby); everything was clean and easy and gave us the space for a lovely time together. Would certainly recommend for a gathering of family or friends, with much appreciation for our hosts

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Patricia R.

5 November 2017

An above and beyond vacation!!

Exceptionally clean with all our needs met. Beds were very comfortable. Lake view can be enjoyed from the house and all the lake equipment was easily accessible. Very friendly owners and we lacked nothing to enjoy our visit. We highly recommend this house. Also easily accessible to Watchtower facilities.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Theresa G.

4 September 2017

We had a wonderful family week at James and Wendy Jansens lake house in Hemlock Farms.

This house is very well laid out for large groups and extremely well stocked. Lots of supplies are provided: sheets, towels, beach towels, fully equipped kitchen, games , toys, kayaks, life vests, bicycles........ I could go on and on. James and Wendy met us there and showed us around; both are very friendly and welcoming. Our adult children enjoyed the amenities that Hemlock Farms provides as well as the boats and fishing equipment - also provided. The highlight to our days was to sit around the campfire and the Jansens had an ample supply of wood and kindling for us to use. We chose this location for several reasons but mostly because it is near all of our extended family. The absolute only reason I did not give a 5 star rating was because we did not know that we were limited to only 4 vehicles at the house due to Hemlock Farms being a gated community. Our sons came from Texas, California and South Carolina and only visit twice a year. We wanted to be close to extended family so they could all get to see them but we spent a lot of time shuffling in and out to pick them up since they had to park off site. Otherwise this vacation stay was perfect and i would highly recommend this lakefront house for you next family vacation !

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

31 August 2017

Great place to vacation

My whole family, sons, daughter in-laws, and grandchildren thoroughly enjoyed our vacation stay at the Jansen's lake house. The house had all the comforts of home with a beautiful lake in front. FYI James: There are big fish in the lake. My son caught a 3 lb bass with several big hits. The community park and pool was very close and source of good fun for the grandkids. The close proximity to grocery store , gas, and restaurants was very convenient. This includes a pizza parlor where "NY" style pizza was served. We were able to start a bonfire in the front yard fire pit with all the pizza boxes that were accumulated. Pizza in Ohio is just not as good. Hope to stay again next year. Thank you to the Jansen's. The Sherman Family

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Martha P.

1 August 2017

Fantastic Vacation

We had a wonderful family vacation at James & Wendy's Pocono retreat. So many things to do at the house, in the Hemlock Farms community, and in the Pocono area. I highly recommend this rental property - James & Wendy were great.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Adam K., Brooklyn, NY

6 July 2017

Even Better Than We Hoped!

From start to finish James was a pleasure to talk to. Very helpful and responsive to all of my questions. Check-in and check-out out were super easy. The gated community is quiet and beautiful. Close to bars, deli's, grocery and liquor store. Literally just outside the gates! The cabin is rustic in the best way possible. And yet the appliances are brand new. Washer, dryer, fridge full of food, air conditioners, tv (which we didn't watch but appreciated the ability), WiFi works great too. Three upstairs bedrooms to choose from for guests or children Our two year old slept in one of them with the nice and clean crib that his house has available too! Clean sheets and new pillows and blankets. A nice bathroom up there as well. We slept downstairs in the master bedroom which has a King size bed and is wonderfully cozy (seriously we slept like so well there). The toy chest in the back porch is filled with a trove of things that kept our little one content all week. Games and activities as well. The back deck is perfect for having breakfast, lunch, and dinner al fresco. There was even a highchair! The house has several fire places and James is awesome enough to have loads of firewood available for you to use at will. The backyard also has a fire pit which we literally used every single night and made smores and drank whiskey after dinner until late. There is a garage with room enough for one car and driveway with plenty of room for others. The dock was perfect. Paddle boat, canoe, and kayaks all there for your use as well as life jackets and fishing gear with licenses! We loved canoeing around the lake. The water is calm and cool. There is a beach on one end which you can use with nice sand, a life guard, and everything. On top of all of this the gated community has several parks/recreational areas. We took full advantage of both them. We thought they might be awkward but they are LOVELY. One has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool and tennis courts and food. The other has a huge park, activities for kids as well as a fitness run for adults. It also has a large outdoor pool with a kids area which was like a water park to our two year old. I am running out of characters to type but I could keep going on all day about how great it is here! You won't be disappointed unless you hate fun. Check out Promised Land State Park while you are there and Mugs Restaurant. Bring some bug spray. Tell James and Wendy we said Hi!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

5 June 2017

Cozy and clean...

The cabin was cozy and clean, with the added bonus of a beautiful lake front view! I can only echo what all the other reviewers have written. James was great to deal with. The cabin was clean and comfortable. The kitchen was fully stocked. There were plenty of bedding options so kindly provided by James and Wendy. We had bikes, kayaks, a canoe, fishing rods, fire pit, plenty of outdoor seating, great wifi, etc. We didn't use the amenities (indoor pool, gym) but appreciated having the option to do so. We drove 30 minutes to Bushkill Falls and had a great time. I could go on and on about all the positives. Needless to say the cabin did not disappoint and, assuming no one beats us to the punch, look forward to renting again next year!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Akeel K.

9 March 2017

Amazing and homey.

James and Wendy were fantastic hosts. They made the check in/check out process a breeze, answered all of our questions and were always a phone call or text away. The house was cozy and felt just like home. It was clean, spacious and just so much fun. I highly recommend this home and the fantastic hosts. Looking forward to being back again!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Pallavi B.

10 January 2017

Awesome

It was a get together of us which the cozy hose made it special. Our house owner is a very nice person and helped us out in every way.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Patricia T., Camp Hill,Pa

25 October 2016

Nice family oriented home

We had a great time. The lake and surrounding mountains were lovely. We saw deer, wild turkeys and a mother bear and three Cubs as well as an eagle. The house was very comfortable and the kitchen was one of the best equipped I have ever rented. I enjoy reading and appreciated several good reading lamps. We were 3 generations and there was something for everyone.the grandchildren enjoyed the huge toy chest. The house was even decorated for Halloween. Everything was very clean. The owner was available to answer questions and provide help. We hiked and enjoyed the deck with its lake view. We never made use of the clubhouse facilities because the weather was great and we enjoyed the outdoors. Would definitely return again.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Raymond R.

12 October 2016

Quiet, comfortable house on a beautiful lake

Spent a little over a week at this house in a gated community in the Pocono mountains, near Dingman's Ferry and Milford, PA. Really enjoyed the peace and quiet of the late summer/early fall. The house was clean, comfortably furnished, with everything I needed for a week 'away from it all'. The houses were closer together than I expected, but the community was quiet and the wooded environment provided plenty of privacy. Thanks very much to the owner, who was helpful and friendly when we spoke upon arrival. I think I'll be looking to spend some time here again next fall, as well.

Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jessica E.

26 September 2016

Awesome! :)

It was a beautiful house right on the lake. There were 9 adults and 2 dogs and we loved every minute of it! The weather was perfect for swimming and fishing in the lake. Hope to come back again next year!! Jessica

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rosemarie P.

24 September 2016

Wonderful Lake House, Everything You Need for a Great Vacation!

My family of six had a wonderful time at the lake house. The setting was perfect. The house was perfect, and everything we needed was there. The beds were very comfortable (especially the king-sized bed in the master bedroom), the kitchen along with the rest of the house was clean, and all of the rooms had brand new air conditioning. The house is in a gated community with 3 great pools, a beach and other amenities just a short drive from the house. The house also has a SmartTV, which we hooked up our Amazon Fire box to and a large collection of DVDs. The high speed WIFI connection was great, which is important when vacationing with 3 teenagers -- the owner, James, even supplied a charging station for our devices as well as extra iphone and android charging cables. The house has a beautiful view of the lake and there's a private dock with a pedal boat, two kayaks and a canoe, which we took full advantage of. We grilled dinner every night and ate on the beautiful deck overlooking the lake. The owner, James, is great and met us at the house to show us around and answer all of our questions. He is a pleasure to work with and it is clear that he takes great pride in the house. All-in-all the stay was comfortable, fun and unforgettable and we can't wait to return for another getaway! Thank you, James and Wendy for a great vacation!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Teresa B.

10 September 2016

Really lovely

Great couple days at lake house in a private community. The community was well maintained and easy to navigate. The house, set back from a nice lake, with a pretty view from the deck. The lake was very shallow at the shore, but you could walk out a bit to swim. We didn't get a chance to do that, but I would have if I had water shoes. We took out the included canoe and kayak one morning and that was great. We used the included community passes and visited one of the pool complexes to swim and play basketball. Another day, we visited one of the other lakes with a beach. Water was clean and refreshing with a floating dock to swim to. The house itself was on the older side, but had everything you could need. Plenty of room, so we were not on top of each other. Master bedroom, bed was so comfortable and had attached bathroom. Bedrooms upstairs provided room for everyone. Weather was beautiful and the house remained cool. There were airconditioners, but we didn't need to turn them on. The owner James met us at the house and went through everything we needed to know. They've got everything you could need, including wifi that works and were wonderful to deal with. We would definitely rent again.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

jackie o.

3 September 2016

Everything we thought it would be. Great outdoor vacation.

Our family enjoyed fishing and kayaking on clean lake. The house is very clean and we had plenty of room. Easy access to pools and other lakes. Owners are very nice.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

20 August 2016

Awesome time for both my family and I

My family and I had a wonderful time.The owners met us at the house very nice and easy to talk too.My family and I will definitely be returning highly recommended. Thank you again for the opportunity to rent your house.ohhh one thing deserves mentioning we told them we had a baby going and they went out special and bought a high chair and mattress for baby all's I have to say is we feel they went above and beyond to make our little weekend getaway special!!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Bryan W.

15 August 2016

Excellent Lake House, Great People!

The house and property are as described. The house is located lakefront on one of the quieter roads in the Hemlock Lakes community. It is of an older design, but is certainly appropriate for the location, and most importantly extremely clean. The beds were very comfortable; there were tons of blankets, pillows, sheets, towels, etc. We had our 9 month old with us and it was great to have a crib and brand new high chair available, so that we could pack lighter. The kitchen had all you could need including pantry items, tons of flatware, cookware, and newer appliances. Brand new air conditioners also kept the house comfortable. We had some real wet weather the first couple of days and were grateful for the indoor community pool, the enormous DVD collection, hi speed WIFI, smart TV, toys and games. When the weather was better we spent most of our time on the beautiful lake. James was able to get his hands on a canoe and promptly brought it to the house for our use. The fishing was great even in August when it can slow down sometimes, but I caught several keeper sized largemouth bass and my kids caught a ton of crappie, sunnies and bluegills right from the dock. Plenty of birdwatching too, highlighted by the Bald Eagle who was also fishing the lake! Despite the comfortable beds some of my younger guys enjoyed a couple of nights “camping” in the provided tent that we set up in the lakefront sun room with windows open so they could get the real nature feel and sounds while still being safe inside. There is a nice sized, clean Weber grill which is on the awesome deck overlooking the lake. Overall we thoroughly enjoyed the house and property and I was hesitant to leave this honest review so that we don’t have as much competition for our next visit, but James and Wendy were so nice and easy to work with, they certainly earned the praise. This is a new rental for them, but they really took the time, dedication, and attention to detail that makes a rental a success. You can tell by how well it is cared for that the house is very important to them.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Westley F.

12 August 2016

Great Lake spot!

We had a great time at this property. House is a bit dated, but impeccably maintained and clean. It is right on the lake. The property description and pictures are very accurate. We had a great time swimming in the lake, fishing, grilling on the deck, playing tennis, etc. The fishing was very good. I fished for about 60 minutes total and caught 6 fish. The kids spent most of their time in the lake. Couldn't have been better!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2016

About the host

Hosted by James and Wendy Jansen

We are NYC public school teachers. We enjoy playing sports, hiking and living an active lifestyle.

Why they chose this property

The home has been in our family for over 20 years. We have fond memories gathering as a family over the years to celebrate birthdays and other occasions. It is always a great escape from the city, as we love to spend time outside hiking, swimming, and barbecuing. We hope you can also create some long-lasting memories during your getaway.

What makes this property unique

We love sharing meals on the deck while looking out onto the lake, taking a swim just steps from the house whenever we feel like it from the private dock, sipping hot chocolate in front of a burning fireplace, and venturing out into the community to partake in the numerous amenities like swimming, hiking, golfing, and fishing.

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English, Spanish

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4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Day Room

Downstairs Basement

Master Bedroom

Upstairs Bedroom #1

Upstairs Bedroom #2

Upstairs Bedroom #3

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

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