Lakeview Lodge 1Min Walk to Lake Pool Table

Summary:

The Lakeview Lodge by Explore Poconos is a Pocono Mountains ranch retreat with 2 beds, 2 baths, and a bonus bunk room sleeping up to 7. Enjoy an open kitchen, pool table, arcade, fire pit, gas grill, and partial lake views from the back deck. The lake and dog park are just a one-minute walk away!



The Space:

✦ Kindly be aware that this property is situated within a community that mandates guest registration. To ensure compliance, all necessary documentation must be submitted at least four days prior to check-in. Failure to do so will result in a $75 late fee, which we will request from guests. This fee applies even if the booking is made within the four-day window preceding check-in.



✦ Bring Your Pet for a Small Fee: $125 for the First Pet, $25 for Each Additional Pet



✦✦✦The Property:✦✦✦

✦ The Lakeview Lodge — Pocono Mountains Ranch Retreat

✦ 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms + Bonus Bunk Room

✦ Sleeps Up to 7 Guests

✦ Partial Lake View from the Back Deck

✦ Less Than 1 Minute Walk to the Lake and Dog Park

✦ Ideal for Families, Friend Groups, and Multi-Gen Trips



✦✦✦Indoor Features✦✦✦

✦ Open-Concept Living Room, Dining Area, and Kitchen with Island

✦ Pool Table and Arcade in the Living Room

✦ 2 Queen Beds (Primary and Second Bedroom)

✦ Bonus Room with Bunk Bed and Single Trundle Bed

✦ 2 Full Bathrooms



✦✦✦Outdoor Amenities✦✦✦

✦ Back Deck with Partial Lake View

✦ Outdoor Fire Pit with Seating

✦ Gas Grill

✦ Dog Park Less Than 1 Minute Away



✦✦✦ Top Attractions Near Tobyhanna, PA ✦✦✦



✦ Tobyhanna State Park (2 miles, 5 minutes)

A 5,440-acre park featuring hiking trails, a 170-acre lake for boating and fishing, and seasonal activities like swimming and ice skating.



✦ Kalahari Resorts & Conventions (6 miles, 15 minutes)

One of the largest indoor waterparks in the U.S., offering water slides, a wave pool, and a lazy river, along with dining and spa services.



✦ Camelback Mountain Resort (15 miles, 25 minutes)

A year-round destination with skiing, snowboarding, and snow tubing in winter, plus zip-lining, a mountain coaster, and an outdoor waterpark in summer.



✦ Pocono Raceway (20 miles, 30 minutes)

Known as the "Tricky Triangle," this raceway hosts NASCAR events and offers experiences like ride-alongs and driving experiences.



✦ Promised Land State Park (22 miles, 35 minutes)

A 3,000-acre park on the Pocono Plateau featuring two lakes for fishing and boating, hiking trails, and camping facilities.



✦ Bushkill Falls (30 miles, 45 minutes)

Known as the "Niagara of Pennsylvania," this attraction features a series of eight waterfalls accessible via hiking trails and bridges.



✦ Hickory Run State Park (28 miles, 40 minutes)

A 15,990-acre park known for its Boulder Field, hiking trails, fishing streams, and swimming beach.



✦ The Crossings Premium Outlets (12 miles, 20 minutes)

A shopping destination featuring over 100 brand-name and designer outlet stores.



✦ Mount Airy Casino Resort (10 miles, 18 minutes)

A casino offering slot machines, table games, a golf course, spa, and multiple dining options.



✦ Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm (20 miles, 30 minutes)

A working farm that preserves 19th-century Pennsylvania German agricultural heritage, offering tours and demonstrations.



✦ Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area (25 miles, 40 minutes)

A 70,000-acre park offering hiking, boating, fishing, and scenic views along the Delaware River.



✦ Steamtown National Historic Site (30 miles, 45 minutes)

A museum and working railroad yard dedicated to the history of steam railroading in America.



✦ Lackawanna Coal Mine Tour (30 miles, 45 minutes)

An underground tour of a former coal mine, offering insights into the mining history of the region.



✦ Pocono ATV Tours at Memorytown (8 miles, 15 minutes)

Guided ATV tours through wooded trails and rugged terrain for adventure enthusiasts.



✦ Big Pocono State Park (17 miles, 30 minutes)

Offers panoramic views of Pennsylvania, New York, and New Jersey from the summit of Camelback Mountain, along with hiking trails and picnicking areas.



◆◆◆Staying in the Pocono Mountains◆◆◆

If this is your first time visiting the Poconos, we want to ensure you understand what staying in the mountains entails. This house is nestled in the mountains, surrounded by trees and nature. As a result, you may encounter wildlife, as this is their home and we are merely guests. Wildlife may include flying insects, spiders, ants, squirrels, flying squirrels, mice, foxes, raccoons, opossums, skunks, snakes, turtles, coyotes, and black bears. Smaller creatures and insects can occasionally find their way inside depending on the outside conditions. We have monthly exterminator visits to minimize this, but being in the mountains, anything is possible.



Additionally, please note that the mountain infrastructure differs from that of the city. Small wind or rain storms can occasionally cause power or internet outages in specific areas, including our home. Power outages may affect the water supply as we are on wells and the well pumps need power to work. Usually, these outages are restored within 8-10 hours, which is a quick turnaround given the weather conditions. For outages lasting less than 24 hours, no refund or compensation will be provided. For outages exceeding 24 hours, compensation will be issued on a case-by-case basis.



Lastly, please be aware that extreme heat or cold waves can put stress on the house's heating or cooling systems, and these systems may struggle to keep up during very high or very low temperatures.



◆◆◆Summer Bookings◆◆◆

During Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, this is our busiest season. Check-in time is at 5 PM, and early check-in is nearly impossible. If we can accommodate an early check-in, the earliest would be 3 PM. If you need to arrive earlier than 3 PM, we recommend booking the day before to ensure you can arrive any time on your desired day.



◆◆◆Winter Bookings◆◆◆

During winter months, it is highly recommended to have a vehicle with All-Wheel Drive (AWD) or 4x4 capabilities due to potential heavy snowfall.



◆◆◆Supplies◆◆◆

We provide a starter pack of household essentials (paper towels, toilet paper, garbage bags, dish detergent). If the property includes a dishwasher, washer, and dryer, we also provide cleaning agents for those. Guests staying for longer durations or with larger groups should bring additional supplies. Personal toiletries (shampoo, conditioner, body wash), q-tips, deodorants, or other personal care products are not provided.



The house includes cooking ware (pots, pans, plates, utensils, baking dishes), but guests need to bring personal grocery items (seasonings, flour, sugar).



◆◆◆Community Information◆◆◆

We are located in a private gated community that requires a guest registration form for security and emergency purposes. The form will ask for full names and ages of each guest, as well as vehicle and driver information, including the main registrant's license ID number and the plate numbers of all vehicles entering the community. Names on the forms must match the legal ID of the driver.



◆◆◆Pet Rules◆◆◆



If you are bringing your pet during your stay, please be aware of the following rules:



Pet Fee: We will allow up to 3 pets to stay the fees are the following: $25 per stay per pet and $100 additional pet cleaning fee. This will be collected after your reservation is booked through the app.



Keep Dogs Leashed: Dogs must be leashed at all times while outside. The mountain area is home to various wildlife, including bears, foxes, coyotes, other dogs (wild or loose), skunks, raccoons, and snakes. Keeping your dog on a leash is essential for its safety, as encounters with these animals can be dangerous.



No Overnight Outdoor Stays: Do not leave your dog outside overnight. Unless your dog is a livestock guardian dog, it may become prey for bears or other wildlife.



Clean Up After Your Dog: Please pick up after your dog when it goes potty. Other families, including those with small children, stay at our home and do not want to step in it.



Keep Pets Off Furniture: Please keep pets off human furniture.



◆◆◆Community Amenities◆◆◆

✦The community features two lakes, multiple swimming pools, basketball courts, tennis courts, a playground, mini golf, and more.

✦ The pools and beaches are open from Memorial Day to Labor Day. There are also tennis and basketball courts, as well as a playground.

✦Amenity badges are required to access any public amenities and can be purchased at the Main Administration Building for $12 per person, per day. Purchase is optional based on if you are going to use them.

✦We cannot guarantee that community amenities will be available during your stay. Availability and operating hours are determined by the association and may vary. Refunds will not be issued if amenities are unavailable due to reasons beyond our control, such as weather, staffing, or other circumstances.



◆◆◆Cancellations◆◆◆

Please review our cancellation policy. We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance, as last-minute cancellations are non-refundable.