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Luxury Lakefront: Hot Tub, Fireplace, Pet Friendly, Arcade, Watercraft, + more!

Lakefront holiday home with water park and fitness centre

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Path to the lake.
From the lake.
Kitchen from the living room.
Kitchen as you walk in from the deck.
Faucet.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10204.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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  • Place, Promised Land State Park
  • Place, Lake Wallenpaupack
  • Place, Claws 'N' Paws Wild Animal Park
  • Airport, Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Living Room 1

2 Single Futons

Living Room 2

2 Double Sofa Beds

Main Level Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Main Level Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Den Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Main Level Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Luxury Lakefront: Hot Tub, Fireplace, Pet Friendly, Arcade, Watercraft, + more!

★★ Lakefront with Dock. One of the highest rated properties in all the Poconos! ★★

☀ Everything you need to Explore, Relax and Refresh. ☀

❤ Pup friendly ❤

☎ We’re always a phone call or text away. ☎

◆ OUR HOME ◆
☀ Stunning unobstructed views of Deer Lake. Beautiful sun rises ☀
→ 6 person private outdoor hot tub with ambient string lighting.
→ Smart TVs with Firesticks + ROKUs, IPTV Live TV & massive Plex movie library.
→ Custom arcade machine, built as a family project with thousands of games.
→ XBOX Series S + Game Pass Ultimate subscription with 100’s of games.
→ High speed internet, plenty for streaming, gaming or working from home.
→ Vinyl record player + large selection of records.
→ Large collection of board games.
→ Cozy wood burning fireplace.
→ Elevated fire pit area overlooking the lake.
→ Outdoor Polywood deck seating + propane BBQ.
→ Private dock on Deer Lake with a ladder for easy access to the water.
→ Kayaks + canoe + watermat + standup paddle boards. Life vests in varying sizes provided.
→ Walking distance to Rockledge Pool (see amenities below), Deer Lake beach + kids lodge.
→ Full washer + dryer in basement.
→ Air conditioning throughout.

◆ THE SPACE ◆
→ 3 Bedroom - Sleeps 10 (as mandated by the township, it previously slept 14).

Main Level
→ Bedroom 1 - Queen bed, closet, dresser.
→ Bedroom 2 - 2 Twin beds, closet, dresser.
→ Bathroom - Full with bathtub.

Upstairs
→ Bedroom 3 - Queen bed, closet, dresser.
→ Loft - 2 Full sized futons
→ Bathroom - Full with bathtub.

Downstairs
→ Den. 2 Full sized pullout couches.
→ Bathroom - Half bath with toilet.

◆ THE COMMUNITY + AMENITIES (ALL FREE!) ◆
★ Rockledge Pool: Big water slide, diving board, yummy food for purchase at the Snack Shack, volleyball + bocce courts, picnic tables, public bathrooms & more. 5 minute walk from the house!
→ Deer Lake beach next door. Large trees and foliage provide plenty of privacy from the beach.
→ Community dock access to Lake Wallenpaupack.
→ 2 outdoor pools + 2 beaches - open seasonally.
→ 1 indoor pool + sauna & fitness classes - off season.
→ Kids lodge with XBOX, PlayStation, pool tables, ping pong, tv, foosball + playground.
→ Fitness center with weight machines, free weights, treadmills + ellipticals.
→ Tennis & basketball courts + baseball field.
→ Community hiking trails.

◆ WHAT’S INCLUDED ◆
→ Linen, blankets + towels provided.
→ Starter rolls of paper towel + toilet paper.
→ Entire home + community amenities.

◆ KNOW BEFORE YOU GO ◆
→ Paperwork: a community rental application + driver’s license/ID are required.
→ Early check-in/late check-out may be available. Please contact if interested.
→ Consumables: plan on bringing paper towels, toilet paper, soaps, laundry detergent, spices, etc.
→ Propane: check tank upon arrival. We will reimburse you if you fill up or exchange. Locklin's Bottled Gas in Hamlin or Dollar General are the best options.
→ Firewood. We don’t provide wood at the house but will reimburse you if purchased locally.
→ Small items: light bulbs, batteries, etc…we do not stock, but will reimburse you if you purchase during your stay.
→ Summer Pests: if you notice any activity call or text us so we can relay the information to our pest control service.
→ Waste Management. Our waste management system is located in the basement and will back up into the house (yikes!) if anything other than single ply toilet paper is used. Baby/facial wipes and feminine products will clog the drain and cause a huge mess -- please don’t flush.Use only single ply toilet paper (like scott 1000).If the power goes out: DO NOT RUN ANY WATER UNTIL THE ELECTRIC COMES BACK ON. The septic system runs on electricity and will back up into the house if water is used during this time. If you hear the alarm downstairs, immediately stop using any water (sinks, toilets, showers, etc...) and contact us immediately.

◆ GUEST ACCESS ◆
★ Self check-in through office kiosk for vehicle passes + electronic door lock.

◆ HOUSE RULES ◆
✓ 30+ age requirement.
✓ No inside smoking.
✓ No events (bachelor/ette parties, weddings, etc…)
✓ Summer bookings for weeklong only. Saturday-Saturday.
✓ Pup friendly. Typically 2 max.

◆ OTHER ITEMS ◆
➨ Please remember that you’re staying in a house in a community with neighbors. Please be respectful.
➨ The community and our neighbors have cameras up and will report you if you don’t follow the community rules. Here are some things that have caused violations in the past:
★ All dogs must be kept on a leash.
★ Do not go onto neighbor’s property (our neighbors are awesome, until this happens).
★ No street parking.
★ Keep the noise level down.
★ No fireworks.
→ → A full list of community rules and regulations will be provided.

★★ Because we’re located in a rural area, please be patient if things need to be addressed. We live 2 ½ hours away and will do our best to fix any issues that may arise, but sometimes it takes a little time to get people to attend to things.

☀ HAVE AN AMAZING TIME ☀

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 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 (limit 2 total)
We allow up to 2 pups at no cost!
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Look at all attachments in our initial message. You'll need to fill out the Rental Application and look at our Guest Guide for your upcoming stay.
If you booked a one night stay on a weekend, we will reach out to see if you would like to extend your stay to meet the minimum 2-Night requirement.

Important information

You need to know

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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Lake Ariel

Located in Wallenpaupauk Lake Estates, a neighbourhood in Lake Ariel, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Lake Wallenpaupack and Sterling Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lacawac Sanctuary and Varden Conservation Area. Travelling with kids? Consider Claws 'N' Paws Wild Animal Park and Lake Township Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Lake Ariel, PA

What's nearby

  • Deer Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lake Wallenpaupack - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Lacawac Sanctuary - 7 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Claws 'N' Paws Wild Animal Park - 10 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Soarin Eagle Rail Tours - 27 min drive - 22.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Dog Daddy - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Totem Pole - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Drafts - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Der Jaeger - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Beyond Bagels - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxury Lakefront: Hot Tub, Fireplace, Pet Friendly, Arcade, Watercraft, + more! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Luxury Lakefront: Hot Tub, Fireplace, Pet Friendly, Arcade, Watercraft, + more!?

As of 11 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Luxury Lakefront: Hot Tub, Fireplace, Pet Friendly, Arcade, Watercraft, + more! on 12 Nov 2025 start from AU$943.88, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Luxury Lakefront: Hot Tub, Fireplace, Pet Friendly, Arcade, Watercraft, + more! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Luxury Lakefront: Hot Tub, Fireplace, Pet Friendly, Arcade, Watercraft, + more!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Lakefront: Hot Tub, Fireplace, Pet Friendly, Arcade, Watercraft, + more!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Lakefront: Hot Tub, Fireplace, Pet Friendly, Arcade, Watercraft, + more! located?

This family-friendly Lake Ariel holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Deer Beach and Lake Wallenpaupack. Lacawac Sanctuary and Briar Hill are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 149 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 149 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 149 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 149 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 149 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Audrey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay! Clean and comfortable. The owner was an excellent host!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing house and location. Shawn was an exceptional host and made everything easy and clear. The house is top notch with an unbeatable view. We had a great time fishing and kayaking and playing with the arcade. We highly recommend and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele B.

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

Simply the best!

Even though the weather was not best the whole time we were there, we had an amazing stay. The place is beautiful. It looks even better than the pictures. The owner was amazing at recommendations that I needed for a nice restaurant and other things to do in the area.Book your stay here you won’t be disappointedIt exceeded all of my expectations
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather B., MOUNTAIN TOP

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

Awesome!

We had a very relaxing time, cant wait to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeanene E.

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

Long weekend

Easy communication. Beautiful location. Great amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

Wonderful 2 night stay

I spent a fabulous 2 night stay at Shawn's place. Right on the lake. It was so serene and relaxing. Its the perfect getaway and not a long drive from lower New York. Great accommodations and everything you need. You can't go wrong.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

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

Adorable home in a picturesque location

Came here with my family and our friends family. The home is adorable! Great views from everywhere in the house. We loved playing on the frozen lake with deer prancing across the way. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

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

Amazing getaway house!!

We had a wonderful stay here for a week in February. The house was beautiful, clean and stocked with everything we needed. The description of the home is exactly what you get! We had a fabulous week ice fishing, ice skating, tubing at a local mountain, enjoying both the indoor fireplace and outdoor fire pit, relaxing in the hot tub and playing games on the custom video game system. We will definitely be back! The host also responded to all questions and inquiries both before and during our trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

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

Family Fun

We spent the past week at this wonderful lakefront home with our kids & grandkids (13 of us!). House easily accommodated all of us. Views from the deck and firepit area were great. Grandkids and kids fished from the dock everyday! Canoes and paddle boards were also in use everyday! Would highly recommend this for a great vacation spot!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bethany O.

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

Beautiful Property. Amazing Host!

We arrived at night with an absolutely seamless check-in process. The morning view was INCREDIBLE. The house was so cozy and clean. And had everything we needed to be comfortable. The neighborhood and neighbors are so nice. Our host was communicative and helpful. We will definitely be back :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina R.

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

Honeymoon get away!

My new husband and I came here for our honeymoon. The house was exactly like the listing! It was clean, well equipped and inviting! It was just what we were looking for! The house is right on the lake with an amazing view that we thoroughly enjoyed over many fires during our stay! The inside of the house has many different areas to accommodate all our wants and needs! I would definitely stay here again and recommend it to anyone else!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S., Sinking Spring

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

Labor Day Weekend

The home was perfect for our family getaway. The home was perfect with so much to do. Paws and claws animal zoo was less than 10 minites away and great for all ages. The lake tour was very informative and big enough for our group to fit one 1 boat. The home owner answered me every time i had a question within a matter of minutes. The home has everything you need to relax, enjoy the water, and make family memories!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret E.

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

Threelittlebirds

Everything was great during our stay at ThreeLittleBirds! It was so nice to get up in the morning and walk a few steps to the lake, jump in the kayaks and have a nice morning paddle. The lake was quiet since no motorboats are allowed but it was perfect for us. The house itself is very nicely appointed including a hot tub and fire pit for S'Mores. Shawn was very responsive with any questions we had. I have no complaints at all!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie S.

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

Dream house in the poconos!

From the moment we booked our trip with Shawn everything was perfection! Communication was seamless throughout which made for a comfortable stay :) When we arrived at the property we were blown away by the lake views and layout of the cabin. They had everything we needed and more including a full kitchen with amazing cookware and accessories which made cooking in a breeze! Our group loved the entertainment systems and couldn’t get enough of the custom arcade! On top of all this the house was extremely cozy, well organized and decorated and also included a hot tub overlooking the lake!!! I feel like I could go on forever about how much we loved our stay here - we can’t wait to book our next visit!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

John and Desiree S.

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

April Spring Break Family Time

We were a family of 10 with 4 adults, 2 teens and 4 grandkids ranging from 8 to 10. Not a single minute of boredom from anyone. The house had plenty of room for everyone and the host was very responsive with any questions that I had. Who would except that we would have summer like weather. How lucky were we! The kids swam, paddle boarded and kayaked. We brought our two crawdad boats and the fish were biting every day from the boat and the also the dock. My favorite was the hot tub. One of those vacations that the kids will always remember and I never wanted it to end. Thank you Shawn for your beautiful house and also your hospitality!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect locale for family . Close to family wedding venue.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noah F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location. Kids loved the pond.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam C.

I have rented homes in this community for many years and this is the best property by far. Everything you need for a family vacation is at your fingertips, just pack your clothes. Host is amazing communicator and responds quickly. Will definitely look to rent this property in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have been coming to the community for 5 years now and this is our favorite house. The location is great, able to walk to the beach or jump right off the doc and swim over it’s so close. The house is in great condition and very well kept with all the essentials for our 2 week stay. Shawn is a great host and very responsive. We absolutely would recommend him as well as this house for any type of getaway up to the area!!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house right on the lake. There is no need to leave the community and everything is within walking distance- indoor and outdoor pool, gameroom, playground, beach. We had a ball!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron L.

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

Great place and awesome location

From the beginning, communication was great...very responsive to my questions.This is a beautiful property. The house was right on the Lake with awesome views from the large windows, the deck and from the firepit area right below. It was a great experience and i couldnt be happier. You wont be dissapointed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan B.

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

Amazing Spring Break Trip!

My family and I truly enjoyed everything about our trip here. It was our first trip at a Lake house and we’re already talking about a next one. Everything mentioned in the listing was accurate and communication was fantastic. This house had everything and more! Fishing was amazing, our boys had a blast and caught quite a few. The deer in the yard in the mornings was a bonus. We had one rain morning and the game room was perfect! Great place to stay and we hope to be back. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara B.

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

Quick get away with friends

Only stayed for one night. Place was clean and cozy. Love the view of the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Dayna S.

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

Relaxing Stay

Everthing was as described in the listing except the hot tub. That did not look like they switch out the water as often as described unless there is metal in their water that gives it the tint. There was also sand in bottom. We only went in it once. We also had trouble figuring out the arcade. Other than that it was a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lukasz F.

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

Get away weekend

We enjoyed our stay for September weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by Shawn Abbott

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Our family purchased this home in 2018 to be able to escape and relax our busy lives. We're excited to share our home with guests seeking refresh and recharge.

Why they chose this property

We chose Wallenpaupack Lake Estates for the beauty and friendly people.

What makes this property unique

Incredible views of Deer Lake. A short walk to great amenities like beach, pool, snack bar, kick's lodge and adult lodge.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests