Lakella: Beach, Pool & Ski Retreat in the Hideout

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A red house with a deck and outdoor seating area.
A two-story house with a balcony, a flag, and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden interior, a sofa, a loveseat, a coffee table, and a dining area with a bar.
A resort with a swimming pool, beach area, and lake views.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel stove, and a wooden table.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Ping pong on-site
    A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.

Popular amenities

  • Ski lift privileges
  • Patio
  • Swimming pool
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Electric vehicle charging point

Explore the area

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Hamlin, PA
  • Place, Roaming Woods Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Ariel Creek
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Brooks Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Basement bedroom

1 Double Bed

First floor

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

upstairs bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

basement bathroom

Toilet

first floor bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

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What's nearby

  • Roaming Woods Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • beach near Ariel Creek - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Brooks Lake - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • beach near Avoy - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Lake Wallenpaupack - 12 min drive - 11.6 km

Getting around

  • Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hideout Clubhouse - ‬10 min drive
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Frequently asked questions

Does Lakella: Beach, Pool & Ski Retreat in the Hideout have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Lakella: Beach, Pool & Ski Retreat in the Hideout pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lakella: Beach, Pool & Ski Retreat in the Hideout?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakella: Beach, Pool & Ski Retreat in the Hideout?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakella: Beach, Pool & Ski Retreat in the Hideout?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakella: Beach, Pool & Ski Retreat in the Hideout located?

This family-friendly Lake Ariel holiday home is located in a rural location, within 1 mi (2 km) of Roaming Woods Lake and Brooks Lake. Claws 'N' Paws Wild Animal Park and Lake Ariel are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 34 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great week! It was very close to the lake, which was awesome.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to the pool and beach, mini golf was fun. We had a few issues when we checked in (like a dead battery in one of the smoke detectors causing a beep), but the property manager was responsive and helped us find a solution in a reasonable time frame. The basketball game was a big hit with the kids
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house

We had a fabulous time here. The location was excellent and we spent everyday at the lake and pool. The games at the house were awesome as well. We loved everything about this house!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug, 2023
Thank you so much for staying with us and we are so happy you enjoyed your time! ❤️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Location location location

Great Lake getaway and great house. Clean, convenient, cute, this house had it all. Our family especially liked the proximity to the community pool and beach. Also the game room was a big hit. Owners were helpful and easy to communicate with. Great house for exploring Lake Wallenpaupuck area and poconos. Thanks for your hospitality!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug, 2023
Thank you so much for staying with us and we are so happy you enjoyed your time! ❤️
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Family Getaway

This was our first time renting from a private owner. House could have been a little cleaner. Had a few issues with the tv,s and they forgot to turn the water on so we had no water at first but overall we did have a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug, 2023
Thanks for your feedback. We did address the issue with the cleaners and sorry! The water issue with on us and sorry-its a sometimes a pain in the winter in PA. Thanks again and would love to host your family again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family getaway

This is a spacious home that comfortably accommodated our multi generational group. The property was clean and well kept and the property manager was responsive with any communications. The weather did not cooperate as we were hoping for snow and some outdoor fun but we were able to get outside and visit the lake nonetheless, which was within a 5 minute walk. We made full use of the attached family room where playing games, ping pong, watching TV could be done with plenty of space. Various sleeping spaces and three bathrooms contributed greatly to making this a comfortable stay for our large group. Kitchen was very well equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug, 2023
Thank you so much for your review!! We hope to see you again!
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

First time and Terrible experience

We picked this house because we were hoping it would be big enough for my family and we could spend the week skiing. It all started at the gatehouse. They a very nasty. Not welcoming at all. Was greeted with an attitude. WiFi wasn’t working. Upstairs bathroom no hot water . Bathroom in game room backed up . No heat in basement. No heat in bedroom downstairs. ( they supplied a a space heater) game room was freezing . Enclosed room with ping pong table couldn’t use it was freezing. Wasnt allowed to use the fireplace. Only 2 people a day could ski each day. Even though I was told all 7 of us could ski. We were to stay Saturday to Friday. By Wednesday, we had it. We were so disappointed. Family members slept on the couches and floor bc living room had the heat. Asked property manager for a day refund was denied. Will never rent in the Hideout again . We are all in our 50s and 60s. This house is fine for frat parties ! Not what we were hoping for.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice weekend

Good
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spacious home in a great location

Stayed here with friends for Columbus Day weekend. House was well kept and clean and kitchen was stocked with everything needed. We had 5 teenagers with us and I chose this house due to the game room level. But wouldn’t you know it the kids all decided to stay upstairs in the bunk bed room and loft area. They brought their video game console and were quite content. We enjoyed the multi season sunroom and played board games out there at night. The location of the house is good, close to the lake and beach area. Overall is was a great weekend away.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Family Get Together

Overall, Jami's house was spacious and fit our family of 7 perfectly. It was a cozy stay and had just what we needed entertainment-wise. Candace, the property manager, was quick to respond, which is always a plus! This is my first VRBO experience as I typically use Airbnb, and I'm not sure if it's a VRBO thing or the fact that the property was located in a private community (or a combination of both), but there were a LOT of rules that almost made the stay feel uncomfortable. Examples of this include signing a 13-page contract before our stay and a massive book of rules that had mentions of charging us extra fees if so-and-so happened. I totally understand that rules are necessary, especially as we're staying in someone's home (I have stayed in 20+ different Airbnbs myself), but it seemed that extra fees were reiterated too many times, making us feel like we needed to tip-toe around during our stay. Another bummer was that no cleaning products were provided, such as paper towels, hand soap, dishwasher detergent, dish soap and cleaning supplies. I completely understand not providing linens and bath towels given that we're in a pandemic, but I think that cleaning supplies are even more of a necessity now than ever. It was definitely an extra hassle to have to make trips to the supermarket to get things that we thought we didn't have to bring from home, as it wasn't stated in the welcome documents. All in all, if you're ok with dealing with all of the above, I'd definitely recommend booking Jami's house. But for me, I feel like paying almost $300/night should not come with the additional stress of having to bring so many things from home.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug, 2023
Thanks for the feedback and we understand the frustration with the rules; however, we have opened our home to our guests for three years with only one issue (speeding within the community). The cleaning supplies were there throughout the summer then we had an issue with some guests "removing" them prior to their departure. We have restocked and guests "borrowed" them again, lol. We will just ensure the cleaners leave more out and sorry for the extra trips. Thanks again and love to host your family again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect getaway

Lakeland location is excellent, walking distance to main beach, house has everything you need to have a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great family location

Was a great family community with lots of stuff to keep everyone entertained. Thanks so much
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic time

Great house for families with kids. The location was perfect. The house had everything we needed. My kids have already asked to rent the same house again next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved it

Perfect family friendly home! Traveled with a group of 12 and this house was great. Spacious, equipped with everything you need and exceptionally clean! Walking distance to lake and pool a huge plus! Thank you for sharing your home with us
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great House!

We really enjoyed our stay. The house is well equipped and spacious. We had four adults and four kids with our group and there was plenty of space and activities for everyone. The walk to the beach was super short and the Hideout has great amenities! We’d stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug, 2023
Thank you so much and we are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vacation

Our experience at Lakella was excellent. The location is perfect with many amenities. The house is very clean and has everything you could possibly need - especially for a family with young kids. We had a small plumbing issue, and Jami took care of it right away. We'd certainly consider staying here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great summer vacation

We were a group of 12 who enjoyed boating on Lake Wallenpaupack and nights around the campfire. Game room was great for the 6 kids in our group. Sunporch was awesome for card and game playing too! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

WIFI

The WiFi connection is not great. Really didn't work most of the time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice

Had a nice week long stay. The home is close to the pool and beach, however the pool was closed because of COVID. Overall the home and community was very nice. Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Great property

This property has everything you need - we would rent again 😊
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family vacation spot

Very spacious, kid friendly home. Very close to pool and beach Owner very responsive to any concerns we had We enjoyed our stay. Kids really liked making s’mores out in front yard over fire pit. We even had the neighbor deer wandering by the kids loved it !
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

family vacation

House was as presented online. Hosts were available to communicate if needed. Location to pool and lake excellent especially for the price. The house and location fit our needs and we are planning to return next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Our 2019 Stay at Lakella

Property was as described. Great location. Owners were very responsive to our communications. We enjoyed the home and its amenities very much. Only mild criticism was that some of the bed mattresses were so firm that a couple of our family members reverted to air mattresses.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation!

Very happy with our stay. Enjoyed the pool and lake the most! Would love to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug, 2023
Thank you so much for staying with us and we are so happy you enjoyed your time! ❤️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location!

This house was a good size for our family of 11. We liked that it was close to the beach and the pool. Great communication with the owners! Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
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