10/10 Excellent
LWGNichols
6 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
LWGNichols
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Entire home
Artful Retreat - next to The Himalayan Institute
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61300 sq ft
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Double Beds
Common area 1
1 Single Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Artful Retreat - next to The Himalayan Institute
We have 3 years of nearly perfect guest reviews on AirBnB! Starting in 2023, we're also listing our home on VRBO. Our home was recently updated, including brand new mattresses and 400-thread-count sheets, this peaceful retreat sits on an expansive 1.3 acre lot, adjacent to The Himalayan Institute property, which offers yoga, seminars and massage, etc. Enjoy your morning coffee watching the sunrise from the deck and occasionally see deer roaming through the lovely back yard. This light, airy home is filled with whimsical touches and artwork throughout. We welcome people from all backgrounds and walks of life.
Enter through the front door, and immediately feel welcomed into our light, airy, serene home. Large windows create a bright living space and provide the feel of being connected to the outdoors. The living room includes ample, cozy seating and a pull-out queen sleeper sofa. We have a 54” TV with cable service and a designated work-space, with a desk. We offer FREE WIFI.
The Master bedroom has a king-sized bed with a vintage barn door, that we converted into a headboard. As you recline on the new 100% organic mattress (with luxurious mattress-topper), you’ll be looking at a photo of the sunset over the Gangha River in India. There is a lounge chair with a footstool and lamp for snuggling up with a good book. This bedroom also has a huge closet and an en-suite bathroom.
The second bedroom has 2 double beds. There is a wide 12-foot closet that provides plenty of space for extra luggage. There is a full bathroom across the hallway. We provide towels, pillows, blankets and 400-thread-count sheets for all beds.
The large kitchen is fully equipped with everything you may need for cooking meals. Windows overlook a beautiful wooded area. There is also a dishwasher and clothes washer/dryer for your use. We provide tea, Moka Origins coffee, and chocolate made right in Honesdale, PA for our guests.
The dining room offers space for 8 people to share meals together. There are ceiling fans in every room and baseboard heating as well as a gas burning stove which keeps this home very warm in winter. We have central HVAC for the warmer months and baseboard heating for the cooler months, to ensure you are cozy any time of year.
Parking spaces for two cars are provided in our driveway.
Enter through the front door, and immediately feel welcomed into our light, airy, serene home. Large windows create a bright living space and provide the feel of being connected to the outdoors. The living room includes ample, cozy seating and a pull-out queen sleeper sofa. We have a 54” TV with cable service and a designated work-space, with a desk. We offer FREE WIFI.
The Master bedroom has a king-sized bed with a vintage barn door, that we converted into a headboard. As you recline on the new 100% organic mattress (with luxurious mattress-topper), you’ll be looking at a photo of the sunset over the Gangha River in India. There is a lounge chair with a footstool and lamp for snuggling up with a good book. This bedroom also has a huge closet and an en-suite bathroom.
The second bedroom has 2 double beds. There is a wide 12-foot closet that provides plenty of space for extra luggage. There is a full bathroom across the hallway. We provide towels, pillows, blankets and 400-thread-count sheets for all beds.
The large kitchen is fully equipped with everything you may need for cooking meals. Windows overlook a beautiful wooded area. There is also a dishwasher and clothes washer/dryer for your use. We provide tea, Moka Origins coffee, and chocolate made right in Honesdale, PA for our guests.
The dining room offers space for 8 people to share meals together. There are ceiling fans in every room and baseboard heating as well as a gas burning stove which keeps this home very warm in winter. We have central HVAC for the warmer months and baseboard heating for the cooler months, to ensure you are cozy any time of year.
Parking spaces for two cars are provided in our driveway.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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
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
Honesdale
Honesdale is home to this holiday home. Honesdale Golf Club and Carousel Water and Fun Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Prompton State Park and Varden Conservation Area.
Honesdale, PA
What's nearby
- Lackawaxen River - 8 min drive - 10.2 km
- Wayne Memorial Hospital - 9 min drive - 11.3 km
- Honesdale Central Park - 10 min drive - 11.6 km
- Honesdale Golf Club - 10 min drive - 11.6 km
- Wayne County Courthouse - 10 min drive - 12.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Elegante Restaurant and Pizzeria - 10 min drive
- Scarfalloto's Towne House Diner & Restaurant - 10 min drive
- Hotel Wayne - 9 min drive
- Red School House - 7 min drive
- Paulie's Hot Dogs - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Exceptional
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Danielle P.
15 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay
Danielle P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kimberly M.
14 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Zen Friends weekend!
Kimberly M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Alicia A.
11 Mar, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter Vacation
Alicia A.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Shoshanna G.
5 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely lovely
Shoshanna G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dawn G.
29 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Upscale, spacious, clean and well-maintained gem
Dawn G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ann Marie J.
20 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Artful Retreat
Ann Marie J.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Terry V.
13 Nov, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terry V.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
About the host
Hosted by Pamela
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