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“Welcome to our open living room with cathedral ceilings and breathtaking forest views.”
“Modern chalet lines and forest backdrop — private and peaceful.”
“Chill out, then sauna up — your private forest spa awaits.”
“Soak in the hot tub surrounded by trees — pure relaxation after a day outdoors.”
“Ultimate chill zone — egg chair views and forest serenity.”

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Indoor pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Clifton, PA
  • Place, Larsen Lake
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Kalahari
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Camelbeach Mountain Waterpark
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bunk room (2F)

1 Single Bunk Bed

King bedroom (2F)

1 King Bed

King bedroom (Basement)

1 King Bed

Master bedroom (1F)

1 King Bed

Queen bedroom (Basement)

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

2F bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Basement bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Private getaway hot tub sauna bike kayak fire pit games

Welcome to Idyllic Pocono, our thoughtfully designed chalet featuring high-end furnishings and our favorite tech gadgets like SMEG appliances. Perfect for larger groups and families of all ages, this vacation home in the Big Bass Lake community is packed with amenities to keep everyone entertained.

Our chalet spans three floors with a large loft, arcade game room, theater room, and well stocked kitchen+coffee bar, as well as an amazing outdoor space with covered patio, 7-seat hot tub, barrel sauna, multiple fire pits, ensuring everyone in your group finds something to enjoy. Whether you’re an outdoor adventurer, video gamer, music lover, bookworm, wellness enthusiast, karaoke star, poker shark, Lego maniac, gourmet chef, or coffee aficionado, we’ve got you covered – rain or shine. Oh, and bring the electric car.

With the purchase of daily/weekly amenity passes, guests may enjoy a variety of outdoor activities including fishing, kayaking, and swimming in nearby Larsen Lake (and others), as well as other amenities like beaches, playgrounds, indoor and outdoor pools, tennis / pickle ball / basketball courts, and a clubhouse with great restaurant, making it a perfect year-round destination.

Like what you see? Also check out our Idyllic Sunrise Lakehouse.

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About the area

Gouldsboro

Located in Gouldsboro, this chalet is on a lake. Lake Wallenpaupack and Gouldsboro State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Kalahari and Keiper Park. Consider The Pavilion at Montage Mountain for a night out or Summit Lanes if you're travelling with kids. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and ice skating.
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Clifton, PA

What's nearby

  • Larsen Lake - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Big Bass Lake - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Kalahari - 27 min drive - 30.9 km
  • Camelback Ski Area - 33 min drive - 41.7 km
  • Camelbeach Mountain Waterpark - 34 min drive - 42.1 km

Getting around

  • Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kay's Italian Resturant - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Caboose Ice Cream Stand - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Country Cafe - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Kay’s Daily Grind - ‬20 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great retreat!

I booked this home for a moms weekend away, there were 10 women and it slept us all comfortably. Host had great communication and the home and property grounds were clean and well kept. I’d recommend to a friend and I would definitely book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2025
Thanks so much for your kind words, Amy. It was a pleasure hosting you and your guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I stayed here the weekend after Christmas. We've been visiting the area for years and this is by far the nicest property we've stayed at. They had a sweet basket of treats and sparkling juice waiting for us. There were so many nice touches...throw blankets for getting cozy, robes and slippers in the Primary for the hot tub, TONS of coffee options, etc. The hot tub was clean, we all enjoyed that. The game room was a hit with my 8 year old grandson. We also enjoyed watching TV on that huge sofa together. The only issue I had was we needed a BIG bowl for salad and a BIG saucepan for bacon, but we made do! Everything was spotless and I'd 100% recommend this beautiful property. Thanks Kevin!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lissette V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Stay

The house was exactly as pictured. We enjoyed the jacuzzi, sauna, and game room to the fullest. Everything we needed was provided in our stay. Kevin was so helpful and courtesy. I am definitely looking forward to staying again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Feb, 2025
Thanks so much for your kind review Lissette. You are welcome back any time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Eleven stayed: Twenty-two thumbs up!

This is a wonderful house with so much to do both inside and out! We loved all of the games and the fire pit with the Adirondack chairs. Our biggest regret is that we were only there for a long weekend. Would highly recommend this house for families and kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Apr, 2025
We’re so glad your family enjoyed their stay at the Idyllic Pocono, Debra. Looking forward to welcoming you back in the future!
Verified

8/10 Good

Janice N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place, responsive host

It’s a beautiful property in a nice community. We watched a mother deer and her babies all week from the deck and used the kayaks. The host provided plenty of entertainment and supplies like a pop-up changing table and high chair that came in handy. The host was very quick to respond to questions and sent a helpful list of suggestions for entertainment and dining out that we took advantage of. My only complaints were that the air conditioners could not keep up with the late July heat and the water pressure left something to be desired. All in all a good trip.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug, 2025
Thanks again for your kind words and it was a pleasure hosting your family. As you mention, we have not experienced a summer this hot in the Poconos before. With the blistering 90 degree heat, it is certainly a challenge to keep such a large space cool. We have since upgraded the AC units in the living room and upstairs bedroom this week. Additionally, I did have my cleaner check the faucets in the house and did not notice any downward change in water pressure. Regardless, we will be changing the water filter to our well this week as sediment build up can impact water pressure delivery. Thanks again and all the best!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house with lots of activities

Had a large group for a family get together weekend. The house had lots of activities at the house and was set up well for a large group. Nearby there were good adventuring options, including fishing, hiking, horse riding and boating. The host was very helpful and the EV charger was a nice added bonus given limited charging options nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2025
Thanks so much for the kind words, Benjamin! It was our pleasure hosting you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful time with family!

Our family traveled from different parts of the country for a special weekend together. We had a wonderful time at this charming chalet. We enjoyed the many games and activities that are available right on the property. The occasional deer sighting was a bonus. The community was peaceful and nice to take a long walk. Kevin is an awesome host that is very responsive to inquiries and genuinely wants his guests to have the best experience possible. I highly recommend Idyllic Pocono. It is spacious, well stocked and offers many amenities. The beds were so comfortable, I got the best sleep!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May, 2025
Thanks so much for the amazing review, Jacqueline. So glad everyone enjoyed their stay. : ). Happiest birthday to you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic stay! We came out on MLK Jr. weekend for my 40th bday with my best gay friends. This place hit exactly what we wanted and then some. We got lucky because it snowed gently all weekend, which made the location picturesque. However, that meant most outdoor activities were out the window. With a warm and cozy place, we hung by the fire place, dipped in the jacuzzi and played games all day. The place is huge, could have brought a few more people if we wanted. The sauna was a great addition after the jacuzzi. The rooms were warm and the beds inviting. No one had to wait for a bathroom and the hot water never had an issue. At worst, the water pressure could have been a little bit better in one of the bathrooms, but it almost gave the place a little more character. The kitchen was great! They had all sorts of coffees and different ways to make them. When we cooked, they had everything we needed. Though, if you want to bake there aren't a lot of mixing bowls. Not a big deal, we worked around it no problem.The host, Kevin, was incredibly responsive. He shared information in a timely manner, and even went above and beyond. He shared great places to eat, activities to do and best practices to make the place better. Overall with the snow, the fantastic house and area, we got a lot of great pics with each other and created great memories! Would recommend staying here anytime!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jan, 2026
Thanks so much for such a wonderful review Matthew. It makes being a host so worth it! Have a great rest of the year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic host and wonderful experience!

The property was as described with tons of amenities, and the Big Bass Lake community is tightly run (which has its pros and cons) with great facilities and tons of things to do. For summer rentals, be aware that only three bedrooms in the house have air conditioning units as advertised in the listing, but the fans throughout the main living space are a big help and it was pretty comfortable. Also, the water pressure is a little weak, but it gets the job done.. Kevin was a phenomenal host. He provided all the information we could hope for, shepherding us through registration and check-in, was very responsive to any questions, gave us tips on the local area, and even left treats for us to enjoy on our arrival. After we had left, Kevin also went above and beyond to help return some things we had left behind. A great experience overall and highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our family vacation at Idyllic Pocono-Aug 2024

Unfortunately we were here during hurricane Debby- if ever our family would be stuck inside again during a hurricane, this house would be it. We thoroughly enjoyed the downstairs entertainment room, it had so much to offer even for adults. When it was not raining we enjoyed fishing from the near by dock and of course the deer. This house was perfect in everyway and the quiet beautiful surroundings allowed our family to enjoy our time together. The beds were very comfortable. There was plenty of room for 7 adults and a toddler. Our family has rented many times in the past but we have never had such a wonderful experience and awesome host. Kevin was extremely detailed in responses to questions and in a very timely manner. He made check in and departure very simple. His attention to detail catered to our specific family needs and more. You wont find a better host and amenities. Highly recommend and would stay again. Sue even for adults.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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