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A luxury modern home in the Poconos w/ game room & close to all attractions!

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A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, a small side table, and a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A mirror, a welcome sign, and a plant on a white shelf.
A modern kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and bar stools.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a window.
A dining area with a wooden table, black chairs, and a modern chandelier.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Your own private chef
    One of the few properties offering private chef services.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Garage parking available

Explore the area

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Effort, PA
  • Place, Indian Mountain Lake
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Robin Hood Lakes
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Blue Ridge Estate Vineyard & Winery
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Allentown, PA (ABE-Lehigh Valley Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

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About the area

Effort

Located in Effort, this holiday home is near a water park. Camelback Ski Area and Camelback Mountain Adventures are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Camelbeach Mountain Waterpark and Great Wolf Lodge Water Park. Travelling with kids? Make time for Kalahari, or head to an event or a match at Pocono Raceway. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating, fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding.
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Map
Effort, PA

What's nearby

  • Indian Mountain Lake - 9 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Robin Hood Lakes - 9 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Blue Ridge Estate Vineyard & Winery - 10 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Indian Mountain Lake Beach - 11 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Pocono Raceway - 15 min drive - 22.5 km

Getting around

  • Allentown, PA (ABE-Lehigh Valley Intl.) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Spinelli's Brick Oven Pizza - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A luxury modern home in the Poconos w/ game room & close to all attractions! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at A luxury modern home in the Poconos w/ game room & close to all attractions!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A luxury modern home in the Poconos w/ game room & close to all attractions!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A luxury modern home in the Poconos w/ game room & close to all attractions!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A luxury modern home in the Poconos w/ game room & close to all attractions! located?

Set in Effort, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Robin Hood Lakes, Skirmish USA and Indian Mountain Lake Beach. Blue Ridge Flea Market and Indian Mountain Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay in Poconos

We stayed in the Madeline for a wonderful weekend with family and couldn't have asked for a better experience. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2023
Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your special time together. We greatly appreciate how you cared for our home, and would love to host you again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

The house was very nice and clean. We really enjoyed the game table.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2025
Thank you for your 5 star review. I’m glad to hear that you enjoyed the game room. We enjoyed having you and would love to host you and family again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at The Madeline. The home was beautifully decorated, immaculate, and spacious. The big night sky and view from the front porch was an unexpected bonus. Anthony was very helpful and available to us throughout our stay. We look forward to staying here again on our next trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug 2025
“Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted you enjoyed The Madeline, from the home itself to those beautiful night skies. It was a pleasure hosting you, and I’m so glad I could be of help during your stay. We’d love to welcome you back on your next trip!”
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely family home.

The home was very comfortable. Host Anthony was very attentive. Beds we’re great. We would stay at the property again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2023
Thanks for your kind words and we are glad that you enjoyed your stay. Also thanks for caring for our home as you and friends were 5 star guest, and we would love to host you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I truly enjoyed staying at the Madeline - . From the moment you walked into the property, it was very welcoming and it felt like a home away from home. The attention to details, like the welcome sign, water and snacks, to the activities book filled with many activities and things to do in the area to Mr. Jackson private chef services was just simply outstanding. The home is well kept and anytime questions we had Mr. Jackson was just a phone call away. The private chef experience was nothing short of amazing, he listened, prepared what we asked and delivered white glove service. We will definitely stay again and employ his chef services.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2026
Thank you so much for your incredibly kind review! It was truly a pleasure hosting you and your family at The Madeline. We’re grateful that you felt welcomed and comfortable from the moment you arrived — creating a true “home away from home” experience is exactly what we strive for. We’re especially happy that you enjoyed the small details, from the welcome touches and activity book to the private chef experience. Mr. Jackson takes great pride in providing personalized service, and your words mean a great deal. Thank you as well for being wonderful guests and for your communication throughout your stay. We would be honored to welcome you and your family back anytime, and we look forward to serving you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Fantastic house. Well kept and very comfortable. Had a great time with the family and kids. Quite close to food and shopping areas. Short drive to camelback and other outdoor activities that the region has to offer. Anthony is great with communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jan 2024
Thanks Rahul, for allowing us to be a part of your special vacation with your family. We are excited to know that you had a great time, and your expectations were met. We hope to have the opportunity to provide hospitable treatment to you and guest again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful

This house was just beautiful and very comfortable. The host Anthony was amazing and made sure everything was perfect and it was. He even left a thank you card with a bunch of goodies. We would definitely stay again!!! Thank you again Anthony 🤗
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2023
Thank you for your kind words as we work hard to ensure our home is clean and comfortable for all our guest. Providing our guest with the best service is what we pride ourselves in and look forward to hosting you and family again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Best VRBO Host Out There

From the moment of initial contact for booking the property to checking out, Anthony has made sure our stay was comfortable and up to par. The house is extremely clean and roomy! There’s so much I could say but I’ll just say that we’ll definitely be renting this property again in the future. Thank you so much Anthony!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jan 2023
Thank you Ryan, it is our pleasure to hear your valuable feedback as we work hard to ensure our home is clean, and that our guest feel comfortable. We appreciate how you and your guest cared for our home, as you all were a pleasure to host, and we look forward to hosting you again as we try to exceed your expectation for a place of fun and relaxation. Stay safe
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous home!

Your home is absolutely stunning! The decor is up to date and exceeded my expectations by far. We loved everything about it from the moment we walked in and loved all the extra touches that went into preparing the home for us. We loved the game room and it was a bit hit at night when we were just hanging out together. Thank you for making the entire process easy and truly making us feel welcome and on vacation. You were a delight to “work with” and can’t thank you enough for letting us stay in your home!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2023
Thank you for the opportunity to host you and your guest as it was a delight to have you in our home. We are glad to know that your experience was a good one, and especially appreciate how you left the home exceptionally clean. It’s guest like you that makes us enjoy what we do, and hope to see you again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Little Family R&R

My family and I were looking for a last minute getaway for a couple of days of rest and relaxation. We found a place that seems to be the perfect fit. The house is beautiful, very clean and spacious with sunny rooms all throughout. Our host, Mr. Anthony, was a most gracious and attentive host. He made it clear he was available day or night if we had any needs or concerns, and he was. He made us all feel welcome as soon as we arrived with little personal touches like a welcome sign specifically for our family. There was even a hand written thank you note along with some snacks. We enjoyed our stay so much we added a few more days to our time here. If you are looking for an amazing place to relax and have some peace and quiet, look no further.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
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