Welcome to Bear Crest Cottage, your high-comfort home base in the heart of Blakeslee. Pet-friendly retreat in Blakeslee is designed for families and close-knit groups in mind. With a no-stairs entry and a main-floor bedroom, this home is the perfect choice for multi-generational families and groups looking for a stress-free mountain reset. Whether youâre here for the first snow of the season or a summer lake reset, this home delivers the space you need to unwind.
âą Single-Level Convenience: Features a no-stairs entry âą Private hot tub (year-round use) âą Fire pit for evening hangouts âą Pet-Friendly Perks: Well-behaved dogs are welcome! âą Loft + Game room with pool table and foosball, great for groups & kids âą Spacious layout for families & friends âą Fast WiFi + smart TV for streaming âą Peaceful setting, minutes from the community lake + mountains
The Space & Sleeping Layout Inside, the open-concept layout makes it easy to gatherâwhether you're cooking, playing games, or relaxing after a day out. Every space is designed with comfort and connection in mind.
3BR + Loft | Game Room Main Level âą Bedroom 1 Queen- Easy-access, main-floor comfort near the kitchen and living area.
Upper Level âą Bedroom 2 Queen âą Bedroom 3 (The Bunk Room)The ultimate kid HQ featuring four twin bunk beds. âą Loft + Game Room â 2 Futtons
Linens & Towels: Hotel-quality sheets, bath towels, hand towels, bath mats, and washcloths provided. 6 additional towels are available for the hot tub or the beach. Additional towels are available for rentâplease inquire for details.
Supplies Provided: Starter essentials include paper towels, toilet paper, body wash, dish soap, and laundry detergent. Guests may need to replenish for longer stays.
Refresh & Reset Kit (under sink): Travel-size toiletries, including toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, and other essentials you may have forgotten for your convenience,
Pets: Weâre happy to welcome up to 2 well-behaved dogs with prior approval. A $250 pet fee per stay applies and covers up to 2 dogs. To make your stay comfortable, furniture covers are provided for pets who enjoy lounging on the sofas, along with doggy waste bags for your convenience. We kindly ask that pets be house-trained and cared for during your stay. Service animals are welcome and must remain with their owner at all times, in accordance with house guidelines. Additional cleaning or damage beyond normal use may result in extra charges.
Community Access- Enjoy access to: âą Swimming & fishing âą Picnic pavilion âą Tennis, basketball & volleyball courts âą Playground & community center âą Scenic walking + nature views
Location âą 5â10 mins to Big Boulder Lake & Ski Area âą 10â15 mins to Jack Frost Mountain âą Close to hiking, golf, and Pocono Raceway âą Near restaurants, bars, and local attractions
* Additional Rules * Age Requirement: 25+ (ID verification required)
No Smoking: Indoors prohibited. $500+ remediation fee if violated.
Fireworks: Not permitted
Quiet Hours: 11 PM â 8 AM. Kindly respect our neighbors' tranquility during these times.
Pets: Up to 2 well-behaved dogs are welcome with prior host approval and will incur the pet fee as listed.
Registration: For community compliance, we're required to pre-register guests and vehicles. Upon booking, we'll need the main guest's address, contact information, and vehicle details for up to five vehicles. Additional vehicles (up to ten) incur a $20 fee per vehicle. HOA Tags will be provided (left in the mailbox) and should be displayed on the registered vehicles.
Curfew: Community amenities close at 12 AM
Capacity: Max 10 guests. Unauthorized guests $100/person/day
Parking: Max 10 vehicles (driveway only). No street/grass parking. Fines may apply for violations. RV parking allowed (no use/sleeping)
Trash: Dumpsters located at the clubhouse property off Thornberry Lane HOURS: 7am to 8pm daily, Closed Tuesdays. Dispose responsibly; recycle separately. Display your guest tag when using dumpsters, which are monitored 24/7.
Furniture: Please refrain from moving furniture, as it can damage floors and create extra cleaning work.
Wristbands: Wristbands are required for access to the community beach, lake, and amenities. Youâll find them in the kitchen. Please return all wristbands before check-out. 10 wristbands are provided. Missing wristbands will incur a $10 replacement fee each.
Check-Out: Dispose of trash at HOA dumpster location, run dishwasher, lower HVAC, lock property
Additional Services: Early check-in and late check-out are available for $100 each, subject to advance agreement.
For Brier Crest Woods (BCW) Community Security, Rules & Regulations, refer to their website.