Location: Big Bass Lake, Poconos, Northeastern Mountains, Pennsylvania, USA (2 hrs to NYC & Philadelphia; 1hr to Bethlehem/Allentown Area)
Accommodations: Raised Ranch, 4 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 10-12)
Note: FOR ADDITIONAL PHOTOS AND INFORMATION ABOUT RENAISSANCE FOREST, SCROLL DOWN TO THE LINK AT THE BOTTOM OF THE PAGE.
“FLEX SCHEDULING” is offered on all four of our Big Bass Lake properties. This means that you can rent for a week or more starting ANY DAY of the week, for a weekend arriving FRIDAY or SATURDAY, or for a MIDWEEK RENTAL of two, three, four or five nights, or ANY COMBINATION of the above. In other words, YOUR SCHEDULE, not our convenience, dictates when you arrive and depart.
“PACK LIGHT VACATIONS” means that all you need to bring is your clothing, personal items, and something to eat. WE PROVIDE bed linens (beds made up), towels, dishes, glassware, pots and pans, utensils, paper towels, toilet tissue, facial tissue, paper napkins, bath soap, soft-soap, dishwasher detergent, dishwashing liquid, scouring pads, laundry detergent, fabric softener, trash bags, plastic wrap, aluminum foil, salt, pepper, sugar, firewood, kindling, matches, flashlights, extra light bulbs, fans, two propane tanks for the grill, and – if needed – portacribs and high chairs.
Why can we do this? BECAUSE WE LIVE HERE AND MANAGE OUR OWN PROPERTIES. We are not bound by the schedule of a rental agent or by the limitations faced by an absentee owner. And because we do not have to pay 25% to 31% to a rental agent, we can give you extra value.
SOMETHING OLD, SOMETHING NEW: Renaissance Forest's 1979 structure combines the ambience of an older home with the benefits of a major renovation. New roof, siding, windows, skylights, and a gorgeous new lofty deck overlooking a sloping wooded lot and providing wonderful sunset views.
New carpeting throughout,new refrigerator & dishwasher, new TV & DVD player in living room, completely new lower level with fourth bedroom, second bath, and family/recreation room with honey-brown tongue-and-groove pine wall treatment, pool table, foosball, 2nd.TV and more. Cedar-paneled walls and stone fireplace upstairs. This is a premier vacation home in a premier Pocono Community.
What we HAVE: a comfortable, spacious vacation home in a rustic, forested community with extensive on-site amenities and nearby attractions. What we DON'T have: bright lights, loud neighbors, heavy traffic, pollution.
This raised ranch is within walking distance of the Clubhouse and outdoor pool (summers only), less than a mile from the Big Bass Lake beach and marina, and about two miles from the Recreation Center, indoor pool and ski area. It is ideal for one-and-two-family vacations, small reunions, retreats, or business/vacation getaways. Here, your worries will vanish and your dreams will soar!
Big Bass Lake is a secure, upscale, private community in quaint, historic Gouldsboro, built around three pristine lakes popular for swimming, fishing, and boating (no gas motors). It features two beaches, indoor and outdoor heated swimming pools, courts for tennis, basketball, horseshoes, shuffleboard, and bocce, a recreation center with activities for all ages, a slope for beginning skiing and snow tubing, and much more...all on site.
Deer, wild turkey, birds, and waterfowl abound. And, within a 30-minute drive you will find the prime attractions of the scenic Pocono Mountains, Pennsylvania's vacation paradise.
BIG BASS LAKE IS A 4-SEASON VACATION COMMUNITY. Winter enthusiasts find this a prime area for skiing, snow-boarding, tubing, cross country skiing, ice-fishing, and hunting; there's usually lots of snow. Spring is for those who like surprises, as it can seem like winter one day, sunny and warm the next. And summer is delightful: warm days for water sports and other outdoor activities, cool nights for refreshing sleep. OWNERS HAVE TWO ROWBOATS AVAILABLE ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED BASIS (April 15- Oct.15). In fall, visitors enjoy spectacular foliage (usually best Sept. 20-Oct. 20), hiking and biking, fishing, hunting, and excursions to local attractions. This is probably the best season to enjoy tens of thousands of acres of state parks and gamelands accessible within 10 miles of Big Bass Lake.
PLEASE NOTE: We do not normally allow pets, and WE DO NOT PERMIT SMOKING INSIDE our properties. Also note that 12 persons overnight is the limit for this property. Rentors must be at least 21 years old.
MINIMUM RENTAL: 2 nights.
25% premium for New Year's only: Dec.30-Jan. 3, 2010.
15% premium for these holiday periods (based on WEEKEND rates): Presidents’ Day (Feb. 13-16), Memorial Day (May 22-25), Labor Day (Sept. 4-7), Thanksgiving (Nov. 25-29), Christmas (Dec. 24-28)
Multi-Week Rentals (discount off weekly rate): 2 weeks -5%, 3-weeks – 10%, 4 weeks – 13%, 5 weeks – 16%, 6+ weeks – 20%
Amenities Badges (per person age six and above): $8/day or $35/week - required by Big Bass Lake Community Association if you will be using community facilities: lakes, pools, beaches, courts, clubhouse, ski slope, etc.
CHECK OUR OTHER "RENAISSANCE" PROPERTIES AT BIG BASS LAKE: "RENAISSANCE HILL" (#37261), "RENAISSANCE WOODS" (#40873) AND "RENAISSANCE BEACH" (#39138); YOU'RE SURE TO FIND THE RIGHT SIZE AND THE RIGHT PRICE FOR YOUR VACATION NEEDS.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: 2 window units
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2)
- Bunk Bed (2) : Both bunkbed units have a double bed on the lower unit and a twin bed on the upper unit.
- Convertible Bed: Queen sleeper sofa in the family room
- Crib: portable crib(s) and high chair(s) available by request
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (2)
- DVD (2)
- VCR
- CD Player
- Shared Pool (2) : heated outdoor pool open Memorial Day to Labor Day; heated indoor pool open weekends and some holidays the rest of the year.
- Sauna: in recreation center
- Pool Table
- Foosball
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill: New Weber Gas Grill (May '07) with 611" total cooking area.
- Deck/Patio: 2 new lounge chairs for the deck, May '07; picnic table benches have backs.
- Communications
- Telephone (2) : local calls only
- Other Amenities
- Air Conditioning (window units), 2 phones, 2 TV's with cable, lots of books, games & puzzles, Dishes, cookware, Spacious deck with gas grill, High chair and crib by request, Owners live nearby, manage their own properties, and attend to the special needs of their guests, NO NEED TO BRING THE FOLLOWING ITEMS, WE PROVIDE THEM, Linens, (beds made up), towels, paper towels, paper napkins, facial tissue, toilet tissue, soap, dishwashing detergent, laundry detergent and fabric softener, plastic wrap, aluminum foil, coffee filters, salt, pepper, sugar, firewood and kindling, trash bags
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: Must be at least 21 years old to sign rental contract
- Smoking Not Allowed: Smokers must smoke outside and dispose of cigarette butts in provided ash can.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Swimming
- Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Horseshoes
- Shuffleboard
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- ON SITE, Boating (no gas motors), Bocce, Beginning Skiing, Snow Tubing, Playground, Recreation Room, Planned Activities (Bingo, crafts, socials, etc, ), NEARBY, Many State Parks and Gamelands, Skiing and Snowboarding (Camelback, Elk Mountain, Jack Frost, Big Boulder, Alpine Mountain, Montage Mountain, White Water Rafting, Pocono Speedway, Minor League Baseball, Steamtown USA, World-class Outlet Shopping, Flea Markets
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
SEC.DEP.:$200 CLEANING Fee:$80 MINIMUM RENTAL: 2 NIGHTS
Jan.5-Mar.5 .. $550/weekend .. $1050/week .. $135/night/Sun.-Th.
Mar.6-June18 .. $410/weekend .. $785/week .. $100/night/Sun.-Th.
June19-Sept.3 .. $590/weekend ..$1185/week .. $155/night/Sun.-Th.
Sept.4-Oct.22 .. $470/weekend .. $890/week .. $115/night/Sun.-Th.
Oct.23-Dec.10 .. $410/weekend .. $785/week .. $100/night/Sun.-Th.
Dec.11-Jan.4 .. $550/weekend .. $1050/week .. $135/night/Sun.-Th.
Check-In 4pm, Check-Out 11am (MAY BE FLEXIBLE OFF SEASON)
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Property Photos
- Living Room - Spacious and Comfortable - Poconos Lodging
- Family Room with pool table, foosball game and bar - Poconos Lodging
- Spring at Renaissance Forest - Poconos Lodging
- Dining area; table seats 10-12.
- Bedroom with queen bed
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #50845
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