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Watermelon Chateau -12 mins to Elk Mtn- Lake View

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A modern living room with a grey sofa, colorful pillows, a coffee table, and a wicker side table.
A spacious living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, large windows, and a view of the city.
A modern living room with a round table, red chairs, and a decorative pineapple centerpiece.
A spacious living area with a sofa, coffee table, and a television.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Crystal Lake
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Firepit

Explore the area

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Greenfield twp, PA
  • Place, Newton Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Crystal Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Elk Mountain Ski Area
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Watermelon Chateau -12 mins to Elk Mtn- Lake View

Welcome to The Watermelon Chateau, our cute and cozy cottage in beautiful Northeast PA! Come enjoy every activity the region has to offer year round. Skiers will love the close proximity to Elk Mountain. You can also enjoy kayaking, biking, hiking, golfing and more during the warmer months. It's hard to beat an early morning coffee or evening glass of wine on the deck overlooking the water, and the fire pit is ideal for roasting marshmallows under the crystal clear night skies.

The space
Featuring two bedrooms and two full baths, our interior space is fun and flirty, with a modern look and chic accents throughout. You will love the living room area, with a large picture window that looks at the water, plus an updated kitchen perfectly suited for the chefs at heart. And if cooking isn't your thing, there are numerous local dining options, from upscale lakefront ambiance to quick and easy takeout. Come and enjoy everything NEPA has to offer at The Watermelon Chateau!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4439305vb
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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Carbondale

Located in Carbondale, this cottage is in the mountains. Homestead Golf Course and Snow Bowl are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Archbald Pothole State Park and Lackawanna State Park.
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Greenfield twp, PA

What's nearby

  • Newton Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Crystal Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Elk Mountain Ski Area - 17 min drive - 17.3 km
  • University of Scranton - 37 min drive - 39.7 km
  • Lake Wallenpaupack - 48 min drive - 55.1 km

Getting around

  • Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Aj's Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mountain View Restaurant And Motel - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Finch Hill Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bar 44 - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Oliveri's Crystal Lake Hotel - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Watermelon Chateau -12 mins to Elk Mtn- Lake View pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Watermelon Chateau -12 mins to Elk Mtn- Lake View?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Watermelon Chateau -12 mins to Elk Mtn- Lake View?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Watermelon Chateau -12 mins to Elk Mtn- Lake View located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is steps away from Newton Lake and Crystal Lake. Homestead Golf Course and Merli-Sarnoski Park 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. 11 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The beds were comfy and the location was beautiful overlooking a lake. The host communicated well when we had questions. It was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our short stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wouldn’t hesitate to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was an awesome place
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful lakeview stay

Serene scenery, very clean home, our stay was simply excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property overlooking the lake. Dog friendly, very clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Pleasure dealing with host! House was very clean and beautifully decorated. In a great location where we could see the lake. Couches weren’t the most comfortable for lounging but that’s just personal preference for us older folks with aches and pains lol…. Otherwise they were great! ;) Bed was super comfy!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience from start to finish, host was very helpful and house was immaculate.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great spot for an Elk ski weekend. Not a lot of space, but if you’re on the mountain all day and the wrapping up at Chet’s, you’re just looking for a place to lay down. Very clean. TONS of kid toys but need to get some board games/ cards for the adults. Our afternoon got rained out so we needed something to do. Had to drive to Carbondale to get a pack of Uno cards. We’ll be back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a lovely cottage overlooking the lake! It was easy to locate via GPS, and was the perfect spot for our extended weekend ski trip. Just a short 15-20 minute drive to Elk Mountain. We enjoyed a local restaurant, and cooked the rest of our meals. It was warm and cozy, If it wasn't so cold and snowing we would have enjoyed the firepit. It snowed every night and a crew came and shoveled the property ( Deck & Driveway) Host was attentive and responded quickly to all my questions. Easy check-in/out and very clean. We will be back again!! Thanks Bridget!!!
Sunset on the lake
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was clean and the view of the lake was great! Finding the property at night was difficult as the driveway is not on the street address and no lights were on. No hair dryer despite saying there were 2. Weather was very warm and the cottage got very hot during the day- storm door would expand and not open either way. Many windows without screens and some screens had holes. It seemed like this was a summer family cottage as much personal stuff was around with very little room for our belongings in bedroom. No hangers in closet. We did have deer visit the front yard in the am and at noc.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by Bridget Vipond

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Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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