Location: Bear Creek, Montage Mountain, Endless Mountains, Northeastern Mountains, Pennsylvania, USA (SNO MOUNTAIN IS OPENED-WWW.SNOMTN.COM) View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Den, 2 Baths (Sleeps 8)
Keywords: Lakefront House
For people with Discriminating Taste! Upscale Luxury Lakefront is just 30Ft. from the door to the 150 acre Spring Fed Lake, with Central Air, Hot Tub and Game Room. Serenity awaits you in this beautiful, contemporary, lakefront home that has everything. Nothing to see across the lake but woods. Very private yet very close to major attractions and fine dining. Come relax in this modern vacation rental. Enjoy many hours of spirited competition with family & friends in our Game Room, equipped with Pool Table, Darts, Tournament Poker, Bingo, Assorted Games, Playstation I & II with a large selection of games, Stereo, TV, VCR and DVD player, and for you Fitness enthusiasts, the Treadmill is located in the game room and overlooks the Lake. If this house is booked please check out our 4 bedroom Lakefront house for available dates. (VRBO #89953)
Step into the living room, located on the first floor, with a 32 inch TV and enjoy unobstructed views of the 150 acre lake while relaxing by the fireplace. The Living, Dining, and Kitchen are open so you can entertain guests while preparing a Gourmet Meal. There is also a Bedroom with a King Size Bed, and a full bath on the first floor, suitable for an elderly parent with no steps to encounter.
Enjoy your fine wines chilled to perfection in the wine cooler. Soothe those tired muscles in the 6 person Hot Tub overlooking the Lake. Roast "Smores" on the Lakeside Fire Pit.
One bedroom is on the first floor and has a king bed. There are two bedrooms on the second floor, one with a king bed and one with a queen bed. There is also a double (full) sleeper sofa in the family room on the second floor. There is a marble bath and a ceramic tile bath. Hair Dryer, Sheets, and Toilet Tissue are also supplied.
Enjoy being in a secluded location but close to many restaurants such as the Bear Creek Inn which is less than ten minutes from the house, The Bear Creek Cafe, the Thyme Restaurant, and Pazzo just to name a few. Enjoy the Little Italy of the Poconos located in Old Forge, voted Pizza capitol USA. There is also a custard stand five minutes from the house.
This house is meticulously kept since the owners clean and service it personally. The second floor family room has a 32 inch TV in the first floor Living room and a 20 inch TV in the 2nd floor Family/Game room. We provide a Sony PlayStation I & II, as well with many games. Enjoy unobstructed views of the lake from both the first and second floor. After a day on the lake, sooth those tired muscles in the outdoor hot tub which is always warmed upon your arrival. We also have a large selection of DVD Movies and VCR Movies for you to enjoy as well.
Lake Activities!
Take the Fishing Boat or Canoe out for what will be one of the best fishing experiences of your life! Our 150 Acre Lake is home to some of the Biggest Bass in the Poconos, including "Billy the Bucketmouth". There are also huge Pickerel and Yellow Perch the size of Bass. We also have every species of Trout, Carp, Catfish, Crappie, as well as the "Home of the 1LB. Sunfish". So if you are a Novice Fisher or an experienced Angler, "A Good Time Will Be had By All". Take the Canoe to the Island located in the center of the Lake for some outdoor adventure. Enjoy some of the most beautiful wild life the Poconos has to offer! Don't be surprised if you see a Bald Eagle crossing the Lake to his perch. We even have a beautiful Heron that visits us in Summer months. Also there are many species of Hummingbirds and Cardingals as well that can be see via the outdoor bird feeder. Don't be surprised if you look out the window early morning and see a Beaver building his Dam across the lake, as well as many Deer and Ducks. We also have a 17 foot fishing boat for all you Anglers looking to make the catch of the day!
On Site Outdoor Activities!
Relax and ease those tired muscles in the outdoor Hot Tub that overlooks the lake! Enjoy Dining by the Lake on the outdoor picnic table with umbrella. We provide lawn furniture as well. Enjoy a Lakeside fire in the Outdoor Fire Pit. Play a game of Horse Shoes, Sunbathe, Swim or just relax and enjoy the ambiance the Lake has to offer. Fire up the Grill and make a Pitcher of Pina Coladas and enjoy, while relaxing in the chaise lounge. Let the kids explore the wildlife of the lake and catch a frog or turtle or two. On a hot summers day take a dip in the pristine spring fed lake in which you can see clear to the bottom. Let the Dogs cool off in the lake as well.
For our Winter Guests, don't be concerned about being snowed in! John, personally attends to the plowing and removal of snow, to ensure you are able to get to the slopes!
Ski, Snowboard, Sno Tube, at the Upscale Sno' Mountain (The old Montage Mountain), located just 20 minutes from the house in Scranton.
Enjoy Paintball, The Shoppes at Montage Mountain, The Crossings Shopping Outlets,The Mohican Sun Casino, Wachovia Arena with top entertainers. See a movie at the Cinemark Theatre at Montage with custom stadium seating, then grab a bite to eat at Johnny Rockets. Hike the Lakawanna State forest which is five minutes away. Bring your bikes! Golf at Thornhurst Country Club just ten minutes from the house. Custard Stand is 2 miles from house.
Camelbeach & Sno Cove water parks. Happy Trails horseback riding as well. Visit Pocono Downs Racetrack and the Mohigan Sun Casino with 24 hour slots now opened. Wyoming Valley Mall, Macy's, TGIFridays, Chuck E Cheese, Chinese Buffet, Red Robin, Bennigans, Wal-Mart Super Center, Wegmans specialty supermarket, fast food and fine dining are also a short drive from the house. Canoe and swim right out your back door. Enjoy roasting marshmallows and warm evening fires by the lake.
When vacationing at our home, you will have the best in clean, relaxing, comfortable accommodations. Read our Guestbook for comments from our previous guests!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Brand new Carrier Central Air conditioning Unit cools whole house. Ceiling Fans.
- Linens Provided : Bed Sheets, Pillows and Pillow Cases, Comforters and Vellux Blankets provided.
- Off Street Parking : Driveway parking
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed (2) : 1 Bedroom with King Bed on 1st floor and 1 bedroom with King Bed on 2nd floor.
- Queen Bed : 2nd Floor Bedroom with Queen Bed.
- Double Bed : Full Size Sleeper sofa bed in the Family/Game room area.
- Crib : Pack N Play for Baby
- Entertainment
- Private Hot Tub : 6 Person Private Hot Tub for use year round. Hot Tub is always "HOT" upon your arrival.
- Cable/Satellite TV
- VCR
- Video Library
- Video Games
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Pool Table
- Air Hockey
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Pots, Pans, Dishes, Silverware, Coffee Maker, Microwave, 2 Toasters, Crock Pot, Beverage glasses, Coffee cups, hand mixer, cheese grater, wine cooler, pyrex bake ware, Tea kettle.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Lakefront : True Lakefront~ Just 20 - 30 steps from door into the water. Lake is Spring fed. Water is clean and clear. Great Fishing! Great Swimming Lake! Unobstructed views of the lake from every window!
- Communications
- Telephone
- Other Amenities
- Fireplace, Fully equipped Kitchen with Pot Rack with a large selection of Pots and Pans, blender, mixer, Baking Pans, Pyrex, condiments, spices, expresso/cappucino, coffee maker, Wine Cellar, wine glasses, cork screw, can opener, barbecue grill utensils, High Chair, Pack N' Play, coffee carafe, crock pot, dishes, silverware, cutlery, dish towels, toilet tissue, Maytag Neptune Washer, Private 6 person Hot Tub, Outdoor Fire Pit, Picnic Tables, Lawn Furniture, Bingo, Board games, Canoe, Treadmill, Weights, Playstation I & II with a large selection of games, VCR & DVD Library
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : We accept Dogs only. There is a $75 non refundable fee for 1 dog. (Maximum 2 dogs total). We also require proof of Flea & Tick treatment for dogs from Spring to Fall.
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Live Theatre
- Horseshoes
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Other Activities
- Sno Mountain~ Ski, Snowtube, Snowboard in Winter, Summer Sno Mountain Water park. Go To~ WWW.SNOMTN.COM. also Shop Sno Mtn stores. Elk Mountain is about 1 hour from the house.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Winter Ski Wknd- $750 Winter Midweek Special-800 Winter Week- $1,400 All inclusive
Spring Wknd-$750 Spring Midweek Special- $800 Spring Week- $1,200 All inclusive!
Summer Weekly only- $2,100 All Inclusive, includes all fees and tax!
Early June weeks from $1,500- Includes all fees and tax!
Fall Wknd- $750 Midweek Special $800 Week- $1,200 All Inclusive!
Prices All Inclusive ~ Include All fees and tax...
We accept dogs only- Must provide flea & tick information.
Pet Friendly~Dogs Only with an extra $75/No cancellations, No refunds.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Why the Owner Chose Bear Creek
When looking for a vacation home we truly loved the Bear Creek location, the area is beautiful and we especially loved how close the house is to the lake. What sold us was once you enter the front door you see the lake from the 16 ft. picture window. We also loved that there were no other homes across the lake which makes this location even more beautiful.
The Unique Benefits at this House
We enjoy taking walks around the lake with our dogs. Waking up in the morning and sitting by the lake having our morning coffee is especially relaxing after a busy work week.
Property Photos
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- Kitchen with Beautiful Lake Views....
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- 6 Person Hot Tub located on Deck
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- Family Game Room with Sleeper Sofa!
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- 3 bedrooms, 2 with King Beds, 1 Queen and a Full size sleeper sofa/FamilyRm.
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- 1st Floor Bathroom
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- Gorgeous Lakefront Great Fishing & Swimming lake
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- Roast Marshmallows in the Outdoor Fire Pit!
Traveler Reviews (42)
Winter Wonderland
Guest: Sensible
(New York )
Date of Stay: 02/01/08
Review Submitted: 03/04/08
The house was more than what I expected for the price. The description was accurate but the pictures on the website did not do the house justice. The property was clean and well-maintained. We arrived on a day when it was snowing and the drive-way was covered with snow but as soon as we pulled up, there was someone there to plow the snow so that we could pull our car in. The owners were very helpful via E-mail and by phone. I did not have any problems getting in contact with the owners. My friends joined me at this property and it's definitely a place where we would come back to stay. The only negative comment I would make about the property was that the weekend stay was too short. We were only able to check in on Friday after 3:00pm and then check out on Sunday was at 11:00am. We also have to wash the sheets before heading out on Sunday so we had to wake up really early to get everything ready to head out on Sunday. If we checked in at 3:00pm on Friday, we should at least be able to check out on Sunday at 3:00pm as well. Checking out later on Sunday would give us time to clean, get all our belongings together and time to eat before getting on the road.
Owner response:We are glad that you enjoyed your stay. Customer satisfaction is always our first priority! We do offer a late check out which gives you until 4:00 instead of 11:00 for a small fee. Normally during ski season when we are busy we cannot always offer the late check out since we usually have renters checking in the same day at 3:00 which allows for meticulous cleaning of the house. Cleanliness is very essential in our business. As we explained, we do not charge any cleaning fees, our prices are all inclusive. We also offer linen service.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, girls getaway, families with teenagers.
Wonderful Vacation!
Guest: Howie & Mar
(Denver, PA)
Date of Stay: 06/12/11
Review Submitted: 06/17/11
This was a great vacation and we did not even have great weather. My children had a wonderful time in the boats and swimming in the lake. I can't even tell you how many fish we caught. It was such a relaxing place! All wonderful views and very peaceful. Thanks so much again Rita and John - we had a wonderful time!
Owner response:Dear Howie & Marybeth, Thank you so much for being such great guests. We really appreciate it and hope that you and the kids come back again sometime. We agree that Bear Creek is really a beautiful and relaxing place to get away from it all. Thanks again! John & Rita
Recommended for:Families with young children.
Guest: Rex
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Date of Stay: 11/23/10
Review Submitted: 03/16/11
Dear John & Rita~ Back in Nebraska after a beautiful Thanksgiving in Syracuse at our sons home and your Special Lake Home in Bear Creek. The Cabin was absolutely perfect. The wood stove provided warmth and mood, the hot tub a great muscle relaxer after a spin on the treadmill, and the air hockey was a stupendous hit with our grand daughters Amelia 7 and Ruby 5. Angela and I arrived first and enjoyed a wonderful evening at the Bear Creek Inn (recommended in your instruction packet). As a group we had an excellent meal and experience at the Bear Creek Cafe (again recommended in your instructions), and on our last night, Saturday, Angela and I took the family for dinner at the Bear Creek Inn. Our server and bartender on Tuesday nite was Denise and she was our server again on Saturday night. She remembered us, our names and the exact drinks we ordered. The meal was absolutely 5 star. The tended to the young girls with the perfect pre-dinner fun coloring, served made-to-order youngster food, and spoiled us with rack of lamb, new york strip steak, and I don't remember what all else. It was all a wonderful dining experience. We were in the restaurant for nearly two hours, which for 2 children 7 and 5 in the world of chain restaurants and fast food experiences was incredible. My son, and daughter in law were a bit taken back with homemade bread, soup, salad bar, entree, vegetable, rice or potato, coffee, tea or milk and dessert all for the price of an entree. The commented that they would like to go there every Saturday night. Sorry I am going on so long but I just wanted to express the fact how very much we enjoyed sharing your beautiful home with us and how important your instruction sheet with the restaurant ideas was to the unforgettable memories and experience we had for Thanksgiving 2010. Sincerely, Rex
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Perfect Retreat!
Guest: Lori and Jimmy
(Fort Dix, NJ)
Date of Stay: 01/08/11
Review Submitted: 01/28/11
We loved this lake home!! Family of 5 stayed for 4 days and it was absolutely perfect. I agree with another review that the pictures don't really do it justice, especially the work done in the bathrooms. It was very clean and well equipped for just about anything. The kids enjoyed the pool table and dart board. I got a few runs in on the treadmill and we had a blast "sledding" on the frozen lake. Had a few great meals out...the Bear Creek Inn (for dinner) and the Bear Creek Cafe (for breakfast), but also cooked meals at "home" with plenty of room around the dinner table. We stayed in January and we got hit with some snow, so we weren't able take advantage of the jacuzzi. My 10 year old boy loves fishing and was already picturing the lake and what it would be like in the summer with all the boats there to use. We did take the kids to see a movie at a theater close by. It was right next to Sno Mountain. We had intended a tubing trip there but changed plans due to the weather. Lots to do all relatively close by! The house and it's amenities are great, but what really makes it special is the care and the "customer service" you get from John and Rita. Questions answered promptly, helpful suggestions, fantastic line of communication before, during and after our stay, and just all around good people to do business with. As I stated earlier, we got some snow while we were there and Rita was sure to call the next morning all ready to send the plow to get us out if needed. We happened to have 4-wheel drive so we were good, but she was definitely looking out for us. Can't wait to return again. We had a great time in January, but I think the summer/fall months would just be ideal!!! Lovely setting and it really was the perfect retreat for us! Thanks John and Rita!!
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FANTASTIC
Guest: shannon and jeff
(south fork, PA.)
Date of Stay: 10/13/10
Review Submitted: 10/22/10
This has to be the most peaceful place on earth. The view was absolutely the most beautiful thing we have ever seen. Our dog even stared out of the window for large chunks of time. The house is very nice, spacious and very clean. We loved the fires, hot tubbing and boating. I loved the wooden rocking chair outside. Jeff really enjoyed the bass and pike in your lake. Very nice area all around with lots to do. We would come here again and again. Thanks Rita and John.
Owner response:Dear Shannon & Jeff, Thank you so much for being such great renters! We are glad that you both enjoyed your week in our home. We love being able to share our home with such wonderful people as yourselves. Just the look on Jeff's face when he was talking about all the fish he caught warmed our hearts. We are glad that you felt at home and that your dog enjoyed the lake as well! We look forward to seeing you again. Bless your daughter for her service to our country!! Warmest regards, John & Rita
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Absolutely LOVE this place!
Guest: Joe K.
(Drexel Hill, Pa)
Date of Stay: 10/07/09
Review Submitted: 07/18/10
My family, and I stayed here in october of 09, and had a wonderful time. The leaves on the trees across the lake were already turning and offered a beautiful view especially in the morning while enjoying a cup of coffee. I caught the biggest bass of my life in the lake, a 4 pounder, which at first I thought was a snag because of the way my rod was bent. The lake is absolutely gorgeous. I enjoyed watching the phillies battle the rockies, in game one of the nlcs the first day there. It was an enjoyable time for the whole family, and the owners are absolutely great. Very nice and helpful. I am certainly lookinf forward to going back again this year hopefully around the same time, I love the poconos in the fall. I would definately recommend this property to a friend. Everything listed in the description and photos were accurate. The property was nice and clean upon our arrival.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, families with young children, families with teenagers.
What a fantastic relaxing holiday!
Guest: Sarah&Brian
(Wiltshire, England)
Date of Stay: 04/05/10
Review Submitted: 05/10/10
We had a fabulous week at Rita & John's home. The house itself has so much to offer; enough amenities to keep the kids entertained allowing grown ups to relax. The lake is beautifully peaceful and we all enjoyed going out on to the lake using the boat and kayak supplied. The hot tub was wonderful. We played pool, played cards, and relaxed - spending some great quality family time together. There are great shops a short drive away, we didn't eat out though as we enjoyed cooking in the evening. We didn't want to leave! I would certainly recommend this rental to anyone. Finally..Rita and John were both kind and thoughtful and a pleasure to deal with. All the family had a great week and would return!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
What a fantastic relaxing holiday!
Guest: Sarah&Brian
(Wiltshire, England)
Date of Stay: 04/05/10
Review Submitted: 05/10/10
We stayed for a week at this beautiful home. It was so peaceful and relaxing with everything you could need right at the house. The kids loved spending time on the lake in the boat and kayak. We played family card games every night. The use of playstation/pool table etc for the kids was great for when we wanted to relax. The hot tub was also wonderful. We didn't want to leave. There are plenty of shops a short drive away, a huge Walmart where you can buy just about anything. We didn't eat out as preferred to stay in and cook. Finally...Rita and John were perfect hosts, very kind and thoughtful, and a pleasure to deal with. We would visit again for sure and would recommend this property to anybody.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
getaway
Guest: badkarma
(ny)
Date of Stay: 03/22/10
Review Submitted: 04/07/10
house was clean. pretty much exact to the picture. great place to get away from it all. plenty of room. wish the weather held out for us. amenities are top notch. very secluded. no cell phone signal, no internet, no worldly problems. just you and your family. would most likely return for another trip. also best price versus other rentals we looked at. the owners are very nice people and i had no trouble contacting them for anything.
Owner response:Glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay. We pride ourselves in giving our renters the Best accommodations for the Best price. Our home is a True Lakefront and the area is absolutely gorgeous. We love our home too, and enjoy the quiet and away from it all location. We used to supply internet access but that changed recently when one of our renters downloaded an illegal site and we were forced to have it removed. It is a shame because, 1 bad apple ruins things for the great guests that we have. This week we have a nice family vacationing from England. Thank you for vacationing in our home and we hope to hear from you again! John & Rita
Recommended for:Sightseeing, pet owners, families with young children.
Guest: Marc & Kate DePalma
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Date of Stay: 10/19/09
Review Submitted: 10/19/09
Rita and John, We really enjoyed renting your house. We came up from Jersey. We brought our Yorkies and they loved it too! We really enjoyed the Hot Tub and snuggling by the Fire. It was a great weekend to just relax although the first nigh we had a blackout from the storm it was kinda cool. It's something to always remember. We are really hoping to come back this summer. Thanks again! Marc, Kate, Buddy and P~Nut.
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