10/10 Excellent
Kevin R.
10 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kevin R.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Chalet
Elk Mountain Chalet - Private retreat on 12 acres with a pond and stream
Family-friendly chalet in Forest City with a hot tub
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 14
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Clifford, PA
- Place, Crystal Lake7 min drive
- Place, Newton Lake9 min drive
- Place, Elk Mountain Ski Area16 min drive
- Airport, Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.)47 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)
Attic/Loft
2 Single Beds
Bunk Room
+2
6 Single Bunk Beds
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
Queen 1
1 Queen Bed
Queen 2
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Lower Level Bath
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Main Bath
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
About this property
Elk Mountain Chalet - Private retreat on 12 acres with a pond and stream
Extremely private chalet on 12 acres with a hot tub, pond, and stream! Plenty of space for up to 14 people. Explore the stream and woods or enjoy the open space with snow tubing or lawn games. Drive 10 minutes to Elk Mountain or 5 minutes to Clifford Township Park for more adventures. Firewood is included for the year-round (covered) fire pit and there are games, puzzles and books to entertain all ages. Quiet and peaceful and a whole lot of fun! About 2 1/2 hours from Philly & New York.
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Turn heat down to 52°. Turn off AC if used.
Place trash in large black bags and set in bin at the end of the driveway.
Lower hot tub temperature to 85°
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
About the area
Forest City
Forest City is home to this chalet. Snow Bowl and East Slope are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ziegler Preserve and Gardner Spencer Preserve.
Clifford, PA
What's nearby
- Crystal Lake - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
- Newton Lake - 9 min drive - 7.4 km
- Elk Mountain Ski Area - 16 min drive - 12.0 km
- Marywood University - 36 min drive - 42.5 km
- University of Scranton - 39 min drive - 45.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- DG's Bar - 14 min drive
- Mountain View Restaurant And Motel - 7 min drive
- Lakemart - 9 min drive
- Elegante Pizzaria - 14 min drive
- Finch Hill Restaurant - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Tracie
10 Feb, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Tracie
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kerry H.
20 Feb, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great mini vacay!
Kerry H.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Colleen O.
18 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location; Beautiful property
Colleen O.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bee E.
7 Aug, 2025
Bee E.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
About the host
Hosted by Paul
Languages:
English
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