Hot Tub, Game Room, Dog Friendly, Sports Bar, A/C

Summary:

Welcome to Ursa Major Lodge! This fully air-conditioned Poconos vacation home sleeps up to 20 guests w/ 8 bedrooms—perfect for family trips or group getaways. Soak in the hot tub, unwind by the gas fireplace, or enjoy the entertainment-packed game room w/ pool and ping-pong tables, foosball, arcade machine, & sports bar. You'll also have access to community amenities like the lake, beach, pool, sports courts, & more. Plan your vacation today & make memories that last! Hosted by Wander Home.



The Space:

SPECIAL AMENITIES & SPACES:

● Open floor plan & spacious living areas to fit up to 20 guests!

● Game room w/ pool + ping-pong table, foosball, arcade machine (Galaga & Ms. Pacman), & board games

● Hot tub

● Dogs welcome! ($150 fee per dog)

● Sports bar w/ mini fridge, TV & bar games

● Towamensing Trails community amenities access (see "Other Things to Note" for details about guest access and registration): lake w/ beach, outdoor swimming pool, sports courts (tennis, pickleball, basketball, volleyball), playground, community center, & restaurant

● Close to major Poconos attractions: skiing, hiking, waterparks, shopping & more

● Fully air conditioned & heated w/ mini-split units

● Gas & electric fireplaces

● Private deck w/ outdoor dining

● Gas grill

● 2 XBOX One video game systems

● Smart TVs in all rooms for streaming your favorite apps

● High-speed Wi-Fi



OTHER FEATURES:

● Ceiling fans in all bedrooms & living spaces

● Fully stocked & equipped kitchen

● Work desk in private room

● Telescope for stargazing

● Large breakfast bar w/ stool seating

● Dual coffee machine w/ pot & single serve options

● Baby gear: 2 pack 'n plays, 2 high chairs & booster seat

● Washer/Dryer

● Board games, puzzles & books

● Driveway parking for up to 10 vehicles

● Short walk to the lake and sports courts

● Cornhole



SLEEPING ARRANGEMENT:

Upper Level

● Bedroom 1: 2 full beds + bathroom



Main Level (2nd floor)

● Bedroom 2: 2 twin over full bunk beds

● Bedroom 3: 1 king bed

● Bedroom 4: 1 queen bed

● 2 full bathroom



Basement (Ground floor)

● Bedroom 5: 1 queen bed

● Bedroom 6: 1 queen bed

● Bedroom 7: 1 king bed

● Bedroom 8: 1 king bed

● 2 full bath (1 ensuite to Bedroom 5)



KITCHEN:

● Microwave

● Fridge/Freezer w/ ice maker & water dispenser

● Toaster

● Air Fryer

● Crock-Pot slow cooker

● Blender

● Keurig coffee machine

● Dishwasher

● Cooking basics

● Tableware & cutlery

● Spices

● Grilling utensils

● Baking basics

● Cutting boards

● Pantry closet

● Kettle



ESSENTIALS & EXTRAS:

● Linens, pillows & towels

● Shampoo, conditioner & body wash

● Iron + board

● Laundry detergent, dishwasher detergent & dishwashing soap

● Clothing storage: dressers, closets & luggage racks

● Hangers

● Hair dryer

● Basic cleaning supplies

● Vacuum, broom & mop

● Snow shovel

● Bedside charging ports for your devices

● Smoke alarms

● Carbon monoxide detectors

● Fire extinguisher

● First aid kit



Guest Access:

● Self-check-in with keyless entry - Access code will be sent out once the rental agreement is signed

● Driveway parking for up to 10 vehicles

● Towamensing Trails community access, including amenities and trash center. 8 badges provided per group (w/ registration fee).

● Additional badges for day passes (up to the maximum permitted occupancy) can be purchased at the Boat Rental Office for $10 per person, per day. Day passes are non-refundable.

● Check in after 4pm. Check out by 10am.

● Be sure to check the Towamensing Trails website or contact the office for amenity availability and schedules

● Early check-in and late-check out may be accommodated with a fee ($100 each). Please contact us to see if we can accommodate your request. Payment will only be collected once we confirm that your request can be accommodated.



The Neighborhood:

Highly amenitized (seasonal) Towamensing Trails community in the Poconos:

● 2-minute drive to all amenities

● Outdoor swimming pool

● 190-acre fish-stocked lake w/ beach

● Sports courts: basketball, pickleball, tennis, volleyball

● Playground

● Boat rentals

● Community center

● Restaurant & lounge



10 minute drive to:

● Pocono Outdoor Adventure Tours

● Big Boulder Mountain

● Skirmish Paintball Fields

● Grocery stores, convenience stores, pizza/food shops, & gas stations



15 minute drive to:

● Jim Thorpe & Lake Harmony

● Split Rock Resort

● Hickory Run State Park, Boulder Field, & Hawk Falls

● Pocono Raceway

● Stock Car Racing Experience

● Pohopoco Tract ATV Trail

● Pohopoco Creek Alpacas

● Penn's Peak concert hall



20 minute drive to:

● Jack Frost Ski Resort

● Jack Frost National Golf Club

● 940 Golf N'Fun - mini golf & family fun center

● Hideaway Hills Golf

● Bright Path Brewing



30 minute drive to:

● Camelback Ski & Waterpark Resort

● Kalahari Indoor Waterpark & Resort

● Mount Airy Casino Resort

● Great Wolf Lodge

● Barley Creek Brewing Company

● Mountain View Vineyard, Winery, Brewery & Distillery

● Blue Ridge Estate Vineyard & Winery

● Pocono Premium Outlets

● Big Pocono State Park

● Pocolandia - The Epic Play Park



● Lots of hiking, fishing, hunting and other recreational activities in the area.



Getting Around:

● Drive, bike, or walk within the community. You will need a car to go anywhere outside of the community. Uber and taxi cabs are available in the area, but can have long wait times or be difficult to find.

● We strongly recommend that you travel in a AWD/4WD vehicle. We are located in the mountains and roads can be slick and poorly maintained.



Other Things to Note:

● The rental agreement will be sent to you once the reservation is accepted. Your booking is only confirmed once it is signed. Kindly complete it within 24 hours to secure your reservation.

● This property can accommodate up to 20 guests per local regulations. Infants under 2 are not included in this count, allowing up to 3 additional infants beyond the maximum guest limit.

● The daily rate applies for up to 16 guests. Guests 17-20 will incur an additional daily rate of $25/person.



DOG FEE:

● $150 per dog. All dogs must be vetted. We allow a maximum of 3 dogs per booking, and we have the right to decline dogs based on breed or age. The appropriate fees will be requested once final approval has been confirmed.



Guests will need to register with Towamensing Trails. The registration includes amenity-use charges, as well as administrative and access fees based on the number of vehicles. Wander Home will facilitate the registration process, and payment will be requested through the booking platform.

● $25 registration fee per group - This is included in the booking total

● $7 fee applies per vehicle and paid no later than 3 days before check-in).

● All vehicle information must be provided. Golf carts and ATVs are NOT ALLOWED.

● Please message us 2 days prior to check-in for any changes in the number of vehicles. Last-minute changes are not allowed.

● Guest will have vehicle access to the community trash collection center

● All community and vehicle fees are non-refundable once registration has been submitted, regardless of a canceled reservation.



Amenities (badges are provided at the property):

● 8 badges with lanyards will be provided per group (Guests under 5 years of age do not need a badge)

● Additional badges for day passes (up to the maximum permitted occupancy) can be purchased at the Boat Rental Office for $10 per person, per day. Day badges are non-refundable.

● In case the badges are damaged or lost, there will be a charge of $175 per badge for replacement.

● Seasonal access to community amenities

● Amenity availability (e.g., the lake) is subject to community maintenance and safety regulations



● Access to the Towamensing Trails community amenities (such as the pool, lake, beach, etc.) is managed by the HOA and is subject to change without notice. Availability, operating hours, and reservation requirements are outside of our control. We recommend checking the official community website or calling their direct office phone number for the most up-to-date information before your stay.

● Please note, these are not our fees as the hosts, but fees the community asks all guests to pay to cover the costs associated with operating and maintaining all the great amenities and facilities at Towamensing Trails.

● Guests are not permitted to have outdoor fires in Towamensing Trails.

● Wander Home welcomes guests with fully verified profiles. Please upload your government-issued ID and payment method in your account settings, as well as send us a photo of your ID.

● Eligible refunds are subject to a 6% processing fee.

● A damage waiver fee ($50) is included for all reservations. Most channels add this upfront. Others do not have this capability, and it will be manually added to the invoice once the reservation is confirmed.

● Given the rural setting of the property, occasional sightings of ants, spiders, flying insects, and mice may occur despite our year-round pest control efforts. We strive to manage these encounters to the best of our ability, but cannot guarantee that the house will be completely pest free.

● We provide enough essential items to cover stays of about 2-3 nights. If you need more supplies during your stay, you can visit one of the following nearby stores: Square One Markets, Family Dollar and CVS.

● We do our best to ensure there is propane available for grills and/or fire pits, but cannot guarantee there will be propane for use throughout your stay. If all available tanks are empty, we ask that you refill a tank and provide a receipt for reimbursement. Note: be sure to refill/replace the existing tanks - do not purchase a brand new tank



SECURITY CAMERAS / AUDIO RECORDING DEVICES:

● The property has 2 security cameras. Both are on the exterior of the home and in plain view. No cameras are hidden.

● 1 doorbell camera at the lower level entry door

● 1 doorbell camera at the upper level entry door