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Lakefront offers privacy, year around fishing and nearby skiing at Elk Mountain!

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We recently painted our large walk out deck and all the stairs.
Legacy Lake House is a lakefront home on Acre Lake, 40 acres of fun & fishing.
Property grounds
Many great views of the lake.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Kingsley, PA
  • Acre Pond
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Elk Mountain Ski Area
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Crystal Lake
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Bedroom two

1 Queen Bed

Futon sofa

1 Double Futon

Master bedroom

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Lakefront offers privacy, year around fishing and nearby skiing at Elk Mountain!

Located at Acre Lake on Lakeview Drive in a lovely Northeastern Pennsylvania Community. Ski at nearby Elk Mountain during the winter or catch some fish on this 40-acre lake year around. Then, sit back and enjoy the peaceful and private accommodations that this newer furnished home has to offer. This 3 bedroom, 2 full bathrooms, also includes 3 smart TVs, extra space in the basement (recently renovated), plus a full-size washer and dryer, fishing boat with trolling motor, a 2-person kayak, and a pedal boat.

Don't forget to read our "special perks" section below, and what sets us apart from other vacation rentals.

The space
With many choices of lake houses to choose from, Legacy provides plenty of privacy between neighbors, as well as 3 of our mountain acres behind. Acre lake will never be overpopulated, and the location of our lake house offers quiet fishing experiences, yet motorboats and jet skis are also allowed in most other parts of the lake. We also offer early check-in times and late check-out times (upon request when booking), so you don't feel rushed at any time during your stay.


Guest access
We rent out the full property, so there is no sharing with anyone else.

Other things to note
Our lake house can accommodate 8 people comfortably, and guests are welcome to have small gatherings. We just added our second bathroom a few years ago, so now we have two full bathrooms. We recently updated our basement area as well.

We have oars and a trolling motor with our 12-foot fishing boat, a pedal boat that can have up to two adults and two small kids. We recently purchased a 2-person kayak to add to the fun. But please be aware that at any time, one or more of these may not be available, and we will do our best to let you know prior to your stay if something is out of commission, however, we do work quickly to resolve these issues as well.

"Special perks"
*For the best guest experience, we have chosen not to do back-to-back bookings. We believe our guests should not be rushed out at a certain time, and by request are welcome to stay a few hours after the 12 pm checkout, while we can still offer earlier check-ins most times as well. We also want to ensure a greater chance that any repairs or maintenance can be done between rentals.
*We offer basic cable but have also included Netflix for free.

*Privacy: Although we do have neighbors on both sides, most of the rentals in our area are "too" close to other homes. We have space on both sides of our lake house, surrounded by 3 acres that we own behind.

*Optimum fishing experience: Our lake does allow motorboats. However, since we are in front of an island, motorboats are required to slow down, as if a no-wake zone, which allows for a more relaxed fishing (and swimming) experience for our guests.

*Top-notch cleaning: We don't use a professional cleaning service, that most of the time, is well, not very clean. My sister-in-law, who takes great pride in her work and takes special care of our place, not just by deep cleaning it between rentals, but by keeping an eye on anything that is wearing out, broken, or needs current attention, and alerts me quickly on any special care that our lake house needs.

*Low rental rates: We offer lower rates than all of our competitors. We know that there are already fees associated with booking through VRBO and Airbnb, that we as owners also have to pay for, followed by our guests having to pay daily local PA taxes, so we lower our rates to accommodate everyone regardless of how few or how many guests there are. We want your stay to also be affordable, not just fun and relaxing. For stays one month or longer, there is no PA lodging taxes owed to our guests.

*A compassionate host: Legacy Lakehouse is hosted by us, not a professional or private host, who may get too busy to accommodate your needs, questions, and concerns quickly. We care about our guest's experience from start to finish. We want you to get the best experience that you can on your vacation and will try our best to quickly respond to any of your needs. PLEASE NOTE: We live in Arizona, and are 3 hours behind, so we may be slightly delayed in responding early in the mornings.

*Updated features: Although our home is over 50 years old, we will continuously take care of it inside out. If something gets too old, worn out, or doesn't work anymore, we strive to update it or replace it. Our guests will never be sleeping on old mattresses, dealing with worn-out furniture, or outdated features during your stay. We aren't perfect, but constantly strive to make your stay as relaxing and comfortable as possible.


Property manager

Rebecca
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Suitable for all ages but lots of stairs.
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Events

No events allowed
Guests can have small gatherings.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Note from host: Guests can have small gatherings.
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

Kingsley

Located in Kingsley, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Lehigh and Elk Mountain Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Gardner Spencer Preserve and Quarry Ridge Preserve. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Kingsley, PA

What's nearby

  • Acre Pond - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Elk Mountain Ski Area - 18 min drive - 18.3 km
  • Crystal Lake - 19 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Newton Lake - 21 min drive - 19.2 km
  • University of Scranton - 33 min drive - 43.0 km

Getting around

  • Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Binghams Family Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪D & H Penn Can Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Elk Diner - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lenox Restaurant - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

What time is check-in at Lakefront offers privacy, year around fishing and nearby skiing at Elk Mountain!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront offers privacy, year around fishing and nearby skiing at Elk Mountain!?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Lakefront offers privacy, year around fishing and nearby skiing at Elk Mountain! located?

This family-friendly Kingsley holiday home is located on the waterfront, steps from Acre Pond and within 9 mi (15 km) of Tingley Lake and Harford Township Building. North Knob and Benton Township Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

BradLori A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Great lakefront property in a rural area. We've stayed here before and liked it so much we came back and stayed here again. You'll love the home and the host!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick holiday weekend
This was our 2nd time renting this property- 1st was a long term winter rental 2 years ago and this was my husband’s birthday/Valentine’s Day/presidents weekend rental. The house is perfect for up to 8. Very warm and comfortable and the communication with the owner is always easy and welcoming. Looking forward to our next winter trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Danielle A.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Excellent place to stay, homeowner was extremely kind and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikki A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always a pleasure!
This is the third time here and always perfect. Couldnt be more happy with everything. Thank you for allowing us to use your property and home, once again, to make wonderful memories!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

SAMUEL K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for Family Trip
Overall terrific place. Location on the lake is beautiful. House was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed. Spacious living room and kitchen well stocked with gear. The (recently completed) downstairs really added a lot with some more play space and a full second bath, plus an external monitor plus printer setup the ended up being very useful. Setup worked well with our two year old as there was not much breakable stuff to be worried about and the door to the basement stairs could be locked
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a peaceful place!
My best friend and I stayed here for several days at the end of this summer. The property is breathtaking and communication was a breeze! The house is large and well laid out. The kitchen had all the tools we needed to make meals at home. There were multiple boats and fishing rods to use and all kinds of games and seating to enjoy each area. Waking up to the sounds of nature and fog on the lake was exactly what we needed. Perfect spot to unplug! Highly recommend and would love to stay again in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roseanne P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Get-a-way
The beautiful home was well equipped with all necessities which made for a wonderful and relaxing time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice quiet lakefront spot
Great fishing
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun skiing at Elk mountain
We were skiing in the day. Great location. Cozy house to relax in each night. Nearby places to eat or take out.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Juan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
ski trip
pleasant stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meaghan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful weekend getaway
What a wonderful weekend we had at this beautiful home. The house was nice and clean and had more than enough to make us feel comfortable with a fully stocked kitchen, tons of blankets, towels, games and books for everyone. We enjoyed the fire pit and dinner on the grill. Our son had plenty to do on the swing set and watching the chipmunks by the little waterfall next to the house. The pond was extremely peaceful even with some rain. Since there was some ice we were unable to use the boats but we hope to be back in the warmer months!! I want this home to remain a secret!! Highly recommend!! Thank you Rebecca! :)
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peggy/Joe M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fall Getaway
Our family wanted to take a little getaway since there was no school due to teacher inservices on 11/8 - 11/10. Perfect time to reunite with other family. It was a perfect lake retreat with boating & fishing on site. The home was beautiful and provided plenty of room for our family of eight. Many amenities provided (linens, towels, kitchen supplies, WiFi, board/card games, NetFli, etc). Instructions and information provided prior to stay and a binder with same and also local interests easily accessible on site. The weather was getting much cooler during our time there so was not able to spend as much time outside as we wanted. We are looking forward to booking again when the weather is warmer in Spring or Summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nikki A., Monmouth Junction

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another wonderful Fall vacation.
This is the second time we stayed at the Legacy Lake House. Everything was as perfect as the first time. The house is clean and filled with all the amenities one needs, property is large and private, and the deck is gorgeous. We enjoyed fishing every day on the boat and I managed to catch a 5lb 13oz bass! On the colder nights, the fireplace was perfect while watching tv and relaxing. We also took advantage of the fire pit all while enjoying the beauty of the lake and the stars. We will definitely be back again. This time we may try the Spring season. Rebecca made sure to communicate all pertinent information and was always a message/phone call away if we had any questions. The Legacy Lake House will not disappoint!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
PERFECTION
The moment I saw the pics of Legacy Lake House I thought, "this is where I want to be", and my search for a quiet vacation spot ended. My instincts were spot on. We had an amazing time. Our goal was to leave the world behind and stop adulting for a few days. We aced it! What an amazing place to be! The house was clean and fully stocked with necessities. As a person whe loves to cook, I was actually impressed with the quality of the pans. Silly, I know, sometimes it's the little things. Rebecca is the perfect host. Always there and never there. Quick to respond when needed. The labels, instructions around the house, and the informational binder are helpful as well. THANK YOU
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house and scenery
Our stay was very relaxing and peaceful even though there are neighbors on the left and right of the house and around the lake it was very quite. We're looking forward to renting the house again in the near future. Rebecca the hoist was very helpful and responsive to any of my question.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
My parents and I stayed there. It was very clean, had all the amenities and was amazingly relaxing. We didn’t want to leave. Def recommend this house! ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dolores N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
perfect
If you are looking for a beautiful home with privacy and lots of fun things to do this is the place for you! We enjoyed every minute of our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Lakefront
The house was very cozy and clean. Everything seem new and updated and the fireplace was great to have on those cold days we were there. We would stay there again to be sure.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

john h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house.
We had a longer term rental here. Everything was great. The house was in perfect condition and well stocked. Rebecca was extremely helpful and friendly. This stay was everything we hoped for and more.
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nikki A., Monmouth Junction

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property to get away from it all.
What a great experience at this lakehouse. The house had everything we needed and then some. The fall landscape was breathtaking and we had so much fun fishing. We spent the majority of the time out on the lake and drove up to a couple local places for food and drinks. Highly recommended esp if you are looking for a relaxing lakefront home to take you away from the hustle and bustle of every day life.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

John J., Hanover County Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Fall View
Very clean and well stocked with all necessary personal and cooking needs. Lots of water toys available with new electric motor and battery. Nice fire pit with wood though we brought our own wood. Beds in the 3 bedrooms were excellent. We did not find the basement very appealing to spend time in, though there is a nice full bathroom in the basement. Very quiet area and neighbors are very friendly. We fishing every day and caught fish each day. Largemouth bass (4 lbs biggest) yellow perch, pickerel, crappie, sunfish. Recommend ultra light tackle. Always a quick response from Rebecca.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brenda K., United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Awesome host, super clean. Very peaceful home, everything was perfect
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Chris K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing fun for all
Great for the price. Quiet smaller lake. Great for paddle boating or kayaking with small kids (plenty of life jackets provided) or putting around in the trolling boat that has an electric motor (new batteries probably needed for next season). Well stocked kitchen. Host communicates really well. We took a trip to the Electric City Aquarium in Scranton on the rainy day and it was just right for our 7 and 9 year old grandsons. We had a wonderful relaxing time together with our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa N., Newark

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect/quite
Me and my fiancé love going to lake houses every year. We never return to the same one twice, but we may be changing that. This place was adorable and fixed up. Fishing on the boat and deck was awesome!! The fire pit is on a slope, so camping chairs weren’t comfortable. But they have outside chairs that work perfect. They had other things to go on the water and everything was definitely used! Best experience ever! There wasn’t even that many steps to get to the dock lol
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Rebecca

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Hi, my name is Rebecca Yurkanin. I am an Arizona native, with 4 children and 3 grandchildren. My husband, Matthew, was born and raised in North Eastern Pennsylvania.
Our family currently resides full time in Arizona. Although, I am typically 3 hours behind the east coast time zones, I strive my best to answer any questions or concerns as quickly as I can, at any time of the day or night.

Why they chose this property

For over 14 years, we have owned over 3 acres at Acre Lake and planned on eventually building a home there, to enjoy during the summer months. A few years ago, we found this beautiful home for sale that sits next to, and in front of our property. Now, we get to share this lake house with others.

What makes this property unique

Our lake house, which we call Legacy, offers peaceful, private accommodations while being located in a friendly, outgoing community. Because we plan to eventually retire at this lake house and get to enjoy it once or twice per year ourselves. When we visit, we update our home inside and out to accommodate our future guests in even a better, relaxing getaway.

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English

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