A rare find — the foosball table is waiting for you.
Discover nearby landmarks
Walk to Big Boulder Ski Area
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 14
Popular amenities
Swimming pool
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill
Explore the area
Lake Harmony, PA
Big Boulder Lake
Place, Big Boulder Lake
8 min walk
Big Boulder Ski Area
Place, Big Boulder Ski Area
14 min walk
Split Rock Resort Indoor Waterpark
Place, Split Rock Resort Indoor Waterpark
6 min drive
Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.)
Airport, Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.)
46 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Twin Beds
Bedroom 5
1 Twin Bunk Bed
Loft
1 Double Sofa Bed
Main Living Room
1 Double Sofa Bed
Primary Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Ensuite Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Half Bathroom
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Dining area
About this property
Highland Hideaway by AvantStay | Poconos Retreat + Game Room + Pool/Lake Passes
Welcome to Highland Hideaway by AvantStay. This spacious retreat is designed for a group! From five comfortable bedrooms to a sunny deck to enjoy the fresh air, Highland Hideaway puts the best of the Poconos at your fingertips! This home also comes with 8 lake and pool passes, giving you access to the Big Boulder Lake Club community amenities.
Outside, discover a private deck complete with an outdoor dining table (umbrella for shade), and a BBQ grill for cookouts. There’s also a bonus sitting area under the deck where you’ll find some casual seating and a lounger.
Inside, tall ceilings and cozy decor give Highland Hideaway a warm and inviting atmosphere. The primary living area has a television, comfortable seating, and a fireplace, while nearby, the dining table has seating for 7-8 (including bench seating). The gourmet, fully equipped kitchen offers additional barstool seating and has everything you need for at-home preparing and serving.
The lower-level game room features foosball, a Wheel of Fortune Casinocade game, and an additional TV to give your group a secondary place to play and connect. The upper loft area offers an additional sleeping space, while five comfortable bedrooms and three full bathrooms ensure everyone has a space to call their own.
Come for the lake, or come for the slopes. No matter the season, Highland Hideaway lets you experience the Poconos like never before!
AvantStay provides a personalized hospitality experience to elevate your stay. With our Concierge Service, guests have access to our tech-enabled services like fridge stocking, private chefs, massages, transportation, special occasion celebrations, baby gear rentals, ski gear, beach gear, and more. For anything you need, we’re at your fingertips!
Nestled in the heart of the Poconos, a dreamy destination for group getaways awaits. Embark on breathtaking hikes along the Shuman Point Hiking Trail, where nature unfolds its vibrant beauty from warmer days through the golden hues of autumn. In the winter, guests are just minutes from Big Boulder Ski Area, with Jack Frost and Camelback resorts also nearby for skiing, snowboarding, and Nordic adventures. Summer brings endless lake fun—your stay includes 8 free Boulder Lake Club passes for swimming, kayaking, fishing, and canoeing, making memories by the water’s edge. The Poconos effortlessly balances a secluded and romantic atmosphere, setting the stage for intimate moments. Families will find joy in a myriad of kid-friendly activities, from thrilling water parks to exhilarating adventure courses. In the Poconos, every season paints a canvas of shared experiences, promising a group retreat like no other.
Local Attractions: Shuman Point Hiking Trail, Big Boulder Ski Area, Camelbeach Mountain Waterpark, Asa Packer Mansion, Bushkill Falls, Pocono Premium Outlets, Mount Airy Casino, Hickory Run State Park
Home Truths: - Unfortunately, pets are not allowed in this home. If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without AvantStay's approval, there is a fine of $500 per pet. - This rental comes with 8 complimentary passes. Additional passes can be purchased before check-in if needed. Rates are $25 per person per day, $125 for 4 people for 4 days, or $150 for 4 people for 7 days. The Club offers access to the lake/beach, pool, volleyball, tennis, boat/watersport rentals, and more.
Parking Details: - Two parking passes / spots are available near the home. We also provide 3 parking passes for an overflow lot. 5 vehicles is the MAX amount the community will provide parking for per unit.
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The room configurations are as follows: Primary Bedroom / Queen Bedroom 2 / Queen Bedroom 3 / Queen Bedroom 4 / Twin, Twin Bedroom 5 / Twin-Full Bunk Loft / Futon (sleeps 1) Living Room / Sleep Sofa (sleeps 2)
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This is a smoke-free property. Violation of the no-smoking policy will result in forfeiture of the security deposit, a $300 smoking fee, and liability for any fire or property damage costs.
As part of our commitment to being good neighbors, occupancy limits and quiet hours (9pm-8am) are strictly enforced. No speakers or sound systems will be provided for use in our properties. Violation of any noise ordinances will be subject to fines that can reach up to $10,000 per violation.
Events or parties are not allowed without prior written approval and an additional fee. Any unauthorized parties or events will be shut down and a fine will be assessed. Please inquire for more information about our event policies and fees.
There is nothing more important to us at AvantStay than the health, safety, and experience of our guests & staff. We've enhanced our cleaning and sanitation protocols and are taking extra care to disinfect all surfaces between reservations with hospital-grade disinfecting solutions.
As a reminder, we do work with 3rd party vendors to maintain the property, and although we adhere to the strictest CDC guidelines and advise all contractors to wear PPE equipment, we can not always enforce. We strongly advise guests to please deny access if any vendors fail to meet and adhere to these standards.
IDs will be requested for verification after booking. All bookings over 28 days require a security deposit.
We report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud.
STR Permit Registration Number: 054-24-STR
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
About the neighborhood
Lake Harmony
Located in Lake Harmony, this vacation home is in the mountains and near the beach. Jack Frost Mountain Resort is worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Split Rock Resort Indoor Waterpark and Kalahari. Traveling with kids? Make time for Camelbeach Mountain Waterpark, or check out an event or a game at Pocono Raceway. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
Split Rock Resort Indoor Waterpark - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
Kalahari - 28 min drive - 35.6 km
Getting around
Wilkes-Barre Scranton Intl. Airport (AVP) - 48 min drive
Restaurants
Wawa - 12 min drive
Dunkin' - 12 min drive
Split Rock Resort - 8 min drive
Burger King - 11 min drive
China Pearl - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Highland Hideaway by AvantStay | Poconos Retreat + Game Room + Pool/Lake Passes have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Highland Hideaway by AvantStay | Poconos Retreat + Game Room + Pool/Lake Passes?
As of Jul 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Highland Hideaway by AvantStay | Poconos Retreat + Game Room + Pool/Lake Passes on Sep 29, 2026 start from $349, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Highland Hideaway by AvantStay | Poconos Retreat + Game Room + Pool/Lake Passes pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Highland Hideaway by AvantStay | Poconos Retreat + Game Room + Pool/Lake Passes?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Highland Hideaway by AvantStay | Poconos Retreat + Game Room + Pool/Lake Passes?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Highland Hideaway by AvantStay | Poconos Retreat + Game Room + Pool/Lake Passes located?
This family-friendly Lake Harmony vacation home is located in the mountains, within a 15-minute walk of Big Boulder Lake and Big Boulder Ski Area. Lake Harmony is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) away.
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
The rooms are good and tidy. We had a good time stay there. WIll go again next time.
Renny S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 28, 2026
Thank you for your kind review! We're so glad the rooms were comfortable and tidy, and that you had a great time during your stay. It means a lot to hear you'd choose to stay with us again. We can't wait to welcome you back next time!
The house was great, perfect for a family & great access to Big Boulder Ski Mountain.
Bridgetta M.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 25, 2026
Thank you for the great review! We’re so glad the house was a perfect fit for your family and that you enjoyed the easy access to Big Boulder Ski Mountain. We’d love to host you again for another mountain getaway!
the house was absolutely amazing! fit my group of people perfectly and supplied us with all the necessary essentials. It was the perfect get away house for that area
gianna r.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 13, 2026
Thank you for your kind review! We’re so glad the home was a perfect fit for your group and had everything you needed for a great stay. It’s wonderful to hear it served as the perfect getaway—we’d love to host you again!
We had a great time. The size of the house was perfect for my family. The whole process was simple and organized.
Nancy M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 29, 2026
Thank you for your review. We’re glad the home was a good fit for your family and that the booking process was simple and organized. We appreciate you choosing AvantStay.
Verified
6/10 Okay
Vivian M.
Jul 26, 2026
Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Check-in
Cleanliness: the grill was completely dirty - we had to clean it and left it clean when we left aside from that it was fine. The property is really nice. I travelled with 3 kids, ages 4,5 and 7. They loved it ! The pool and lake is the best.When we receive the check in info, we assumed - there was a specific check in place to receive passes etc - the instruction are not clear. The personnel at check in are completely rude - we are not from there so they need to turn their hospitality side on… now I work in hospitality so I pay attention to the details! The tavern - where you can eat and check in and look, lake are there … cocktails don’t waste your time ( beer ok ) appetizers are ok , ( typical bar food - for a day or two ) it works .
Absolutely great stay for our family vacation this year! The property was as described, clean and spacious. Amenities were great, family enjoyed the pool and lake!
Kathy L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 11, 2025
Thank you, Kathy. We’re glad you enjoyed the property, amenities, and the pool and lake during your family vacation.
My experience with AvantStay started off a little rough as there was a hiccup with our initial check in. They did right by us and rectified the situation. Im very pleased with the customer service. We had a wonderful stay in a beautiful and clean home. We look forward to using them again.
Nicholas P.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 9, 2026
Thank you for your thoughtful review. We appreciate your patience regarding the check-in hiccup and are glad our team was able to make things right. It’s wonderful to hear you enjoyed the beautiful, clean home and had a great stay overall. We truly appreciate the kind words about our customer service and look forward to hosting you again in the future.
We had a wonderful stay! Plenty of space for multiple families. We enjoyed the game room in the basement and yard games. House was very clean and had everything ready we needed and more!
Caroline B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 24, 2025
Thanks, Caroline! We're so glad you had a wonderful stay and that the home worked well for multiple families. Great to hear the game room and yard games were a hit, and that everything was clean and ready for you. We'd love to have you back!
The property is not maintained properly at all. Lots of basic things are broken like towel rods in the bathroom, dishwasher, coffee machine etc. Basic things like hand towels were not provided for all bathrooms. Carpets were very dirty like they have never been cleaned. The listing said hot tub but there was no hot tub there. Communicated to the property manager using the instructions but the responses were delayed and not sufficiently addressing all of the concerns. The instructions for putting trash outside upon checkout were completely inaccurate. Overall a terrible property and would recommend people to stay away from it.
Everything was great, except we missed having a television in the kid's room
Ryan N.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 4, 2025
Thank you for the feedback, Ryan! We're glad to hear everything went well during your stay. We appreciate your suggestion about adding a television to the kid's room and will consider it for future updates. We hope to host you and your family again soon!
The property was perfect for our group of 11 very clean and comfortable
GUY C.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 26, 2024
Thank you, Guy, for your feedback. We’re glad to hear that the property was a great fit for your group and that you found it clean and comfortable. We hope to welcome you and your group again in the future!
Had a lovely time even tho it rained most of our time there. Property was very nice, altho a little smaller than it looked in the pictures. That being said there was plenty of room for everyone. We were 6 adults.Avantstay property managers were super to deal with...especially Amy who answered any issues immediately. Great location.
Sandie A.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on May 28, 2025
Thank you, Sandie! We’re glad you had a lovely time despite the rain and found plenty of room for your group. It’s great to hear Amy and the Avantstay team were helpful and responsive. We appreciate your kind words and would be happy to host you again!
We were a group of 9 girlfriends away for the weekend. House was perfect large bedrooms and spacious for everyone to relax. House was fully equipped with everything! Every switch was labeled so we didn’t have to guess.
Frances L.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 15, 2024
Thank you for your feedback, Frances! We’re so glad to hear the house was perfect for your group and provided plenty of space to relax. We’re happy that the home was fully equipped and that the labeled switches made everything easier. We’d love to host you again for another getaway!
We were in town for our son's wedding. It is a little scary booking a place for the entire family without ever seeing the place and getting a feel for it. It was exactly as described in the listing. There was plenty of room for all. Nice comfortable beds, nice clean bedding and bathroom towels. Clean, working laundry facilities. Very adequately stocked dishes and cooking utensils. The deck was great for enjoying the mornings and evenings. All-in-all it was a wonderful place to stay and enjoy family for such an important weekend.
James F.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on May 3, 2025
Thank you, James! We're so glad the home provided a comfortable and well-equipped space for your entire family during such a meaningful weekend. We appreciate your kind words and would be happy to welcome you back anytime.
It was a perfect home for a ski weekend. The living areas were cozy and comfortable, with plenty of seating for our party of 8. The kitchen and bathrooms were well appointment. There were a couple of broken or worn items, they were there is in any home rental, and the hot water tank is too small for the space-- only 2-3 of us could shower before the hot water ran out. But overall, it was a great property that served our needs well.
Mandi W.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 5, 2025
Thank you for your feedback, Mandi! I'm so glad the home was perfect for your ski weekend and that it provided the cozy and comfortable space you needed. I appreciate you mentioning the couple of worn items and the hot water issue—it’s definitely helpful to know these things so we can improve for future guests. We're glad it still served your needs well, and we hope to have the opportunity to host you again soon!
The home was very spacious being that it is 3 levels. I’d like to not that it does have a master bedroom on the main floor which is perfect for a one handicap. My mom has trouble with stairs and it was perfect for her so she didn’t have to go up or down stairs while inside. We had our family Christmas there over new years week with 11 of us and it was very nice! The location is very close to split rock resort so that was nice since we went to the waterpark. Beds were nice and comfy, 3.5 baths were perfect! We would definitely stay here again! Also the price was much cheaper than other places that were the same size, don’t let that fool you, it’s a very nice place!
Rachael G.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 21, 2025
Thank you, Rachael! We're so happy to hear the home worked perfectly for your family, especially with the main floor master bedroom being ideal for your mom. It’s great that the space, location near Split Rock Resort, and the amenities like the comfortable beds and baths made your family Christmas so enjoyable. We appreciate your kind words about the value of the property, and we'd love to welcome you back for another stay!
First and foremost, communication with the host was HORRIBLE! Place was suppose to come with 3 additional parking passes for over flow parking. We were given the runaround about how to obtain these passes. Host waited hours/days to respond to my calls, emails, texts. We were there for 7 days and never got the extra passes, so we had to constantly be moving the 3rd car around so we didn’t get towed or ticketed! House was not in the best shape and not as spacious as the pictures make it. Crazy ant problem in the kitchen causing us to have to throw out a lot of food we brought. Many appliances not in working condition or in good shape. Refrigerator door would not stay closed and there is no alarm or sensor to tell you it’s open (we lost food!!!). The bed, specifically in the master bedroom was a literal ROCK and made the loudest noises every time you moved an inch. Honestly, the biggest problem for me was the lack of care and communication with the host. We spent a pretty penny for a nice family vacation and were very disappointed. On a positive note, the community, clubhouse, and lake were very nice.
Brittany M.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Nancy N.
Apr 15, 2026
Nancy N.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Chris D.
Feb 24, 2026
Chris D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 2, 2026
Thank you so much for your review! We hope to welcome you back soon!
Thank you so much for your review, Michelle! We hope to welcome you back soon!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kristi v.
Jan 21, 2025
Kristi v.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 23, 2025
Thank you so much for staying with us, Kristi. It was a pleasure having you as our guest. We hope to have the opportunity to host you again soon. Take care, and we look forward to welcoming you back!
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