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Designer Poconos Retreat - Ski Hill, Fireplace & Winter Fun

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A cozy living room with a fireplace, a television mounted on the wall, and a comfortable seating area with a chair and ottoman.
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A cozy cabin interior with wooden walls, a large window offering a view of a forest, a yellow chair, a patterned ottoman, and a small table with a geometric rug.
A wooden deck with a table and chairs, surrounded by a wooden railing, overlooking a forested area.
A red cabin with a covered porch and a staircase leading to the main entrance.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Swimming pool
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Hamlin, PA
  • Place, Roaming Woods Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Claws 'N' Paws Wild Animal Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Wallenpaupack
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

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About the area

Lake Ariel

Located in Lake Ariel, this chalet is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Wallenpaupack and Lacawac Sanctuary, while Sculpted Ice Works Factory and Ice Harvest Museum and Harmony Presents are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Claws 'N' Paws Wild Animal Park and Lake Township Park. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging and ice skating.
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Map
Hamlin, PA

What's nearby

  • Roaming Woods Lake - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Claws 'N' Paws Wild Animal Park - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Lake Wallenpaupack - 10 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Kalahari - 48 min drive - 53.1 km
  • Camelback Ski Area - 56 min drive - 64.7 km

Getting around

  • Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hideout Clubhouse - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪John's Italian Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hideout Ski Hill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lori's Corner Kitchen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪IHOP - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Designer Poconos Retreat - Ski Hill, Fireplace & Winter Fun have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Designer Poconos Retreat - Ski Hill, Fireplace & Winter Fun pet-friendly?

Yes, this chalet allows pets (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Designer Poconos Retreat - Ski Hill, Fireplace & Winter Fun?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Designer Poconos Retreat - Ski Hill, Fireplace & Winter Fun?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Designer Poconos Retreat - Ski Hill, Fireplace & Winter Fun?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Designer Poconos Retreat - Ski Hill, Fireplace & Winter Fun located?

This family-friendly Lake Ariel chalet is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Roaming Woods Lake, Claws 'N' Paws Wild Animal Park and Brooks Lake. Deer Beach and Lake Wallenpaupack are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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. 5 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place, everything curated to perfection. We enjoyed our family weekend very much and we highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Oct, 2026
Thank you so much, Simona! It means a lot that you appreciated all the little details we've put into Hilma's House. So glad you and your family had a wonderful weekend at the cabin. Thanks for the lovely review! :)
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great fire place!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Oct, 2026
Thanks John! So glad you enjoyed the fireplace — it's one of our favorite things about cozy evenings at the cabin :) We hope to see you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place. Everything we expected and more. Great hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug, 2025
Thank you, Peter! We’re so glad Hilma’s House exceeded your expectations, and that you & your family enjoyed your stay. We’d love to host you again anytime :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful property! Everything is so unique and you can instantly tell the time and love that was put into creating this space. The house was spotless, has everything you need for a vacation and plenty of extras for fun and relaxation. Our family thoroughly enjoyed our time spent here and look forward to returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug, 2025
Thank you, Aja! We’re thrilled that you & your family appreciated the care we've put into Hilma’s House. It means a lot to know you felt at home, and that you had a great stay :) We can’t wait to welcome you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

It's in the details... so much character!

We choose to stay here because it seemed just from the pictures, that it had character and would provide a more unique stay for us. It was in the perfect location for our trip. We loved it! The décor and bedding were top notch. We had everything we needed, plus there were so many extras for our little boston terrier. We spent a lot of time checking all around the area – taking a boat tour of Lake Wallenpaupack, and short hikes to Shohola Falls and Raymondskill Falls, and our pup loved the Shuman Hill Hiking Trail (this one was pet-friendly.) Two highlights were our amazing Italian dinner at The Ridge in Hawley, and the Jam Bar Brewing Company in Greentown (great beer, food, and music acts). Although it looked lovely, we just ran out of time to enjoy the fire pit at the chalet. I can’t say enough about Haifa, the host. Her attention to details in every space elevated the experience. She was incredibly responsive and helpful from the moment we booked our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jun, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review Shannon. We're so glad you enjoyed the house, as well as the surrounding area. It was an absolute pleasure hosting you, and we would love to have you back any time :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First off, the rental process and check-in couldn’t have been easier and owner was available by message from inquiry to check-out. Wonderful experience with Haifa. The entire home is thoughtfully stocked with useful and beautiful items to make you feel like you’re on vacation somewhere special. Everything was meticulously labeled so you knew exactly where to put things back. This rental was a perfect size for our 4 person group. Twin bedroom on first floor worked for our needs. The full bathroom on the first floor had a nice layout not at all cramped. The toilet room in a bedroom upstairs was a bonus. Kitchen is good for 1 person at a time which is how I prefer to cook. I would bring my larger skillet next time since I like to cook for 2 days and have a leftover day. Deck was very comfortable! Every rental we’ve in past had awful chairs but these were so comfortable we sat out longer. There was enough space for all of us to retreat to individually and spaces for us to group for meals and family time. Sofa was a little low for my senior guest but ok for the rest. Fireplace and A/C units worked perfectly and were great to keep us cozy and comfortable the entire stay. It’s PA so even summer days have cool mornings and nights. The washer and dryer are in basement. Steps from front/parking to deck are steep. Property/greenery can use some TLC but I’m sure Haifa will make it beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Oct, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words Mel! We really appreciate you taking the time to write this thoughtful review. We’re thrilled you enjoyed your stay and would love to welcome you back.
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