10/10 Excellent
Kamala K.
4 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway spot
Kamala K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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Ranch Style River Bungalow with Fireplace, River & 10 Acres
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 483.6 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Tamaqua, PA
- Tuscarora State Park
- Mauch Chunk Opera House30 min drive
- Penn's Peak38 min drive
- Hazleton, PA (HZL-Hazleton Municipal)32 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Main Bedroom
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
About this property
Ranch Style River Bungalow with Fireplace, River & 10 Acres
Welcome to The Village at Houser's Crossing, located near the charming town of Jim Thorpe. This peaceful 10-acre retreat offers four unique homes for rent, blending historic charm with modern luxury. Guests have exclusive access to our private train crossing, allowing you to board the train directly from the village for a scenic ride to Jim Thorpe. Your roundtrip ticket to Jim Thorpe also includes a deeply discounted rate for the Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway train in Jim Thorpe. No need to worry about parking in this historic town, known as the "Little Switzerland of the United States"—just hop on the train and enjoy the ride! Please contact the owner to reserve your train ticket(s).
Our homes are well-appointed with everything you'll need for a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Each home is fully equipped with high-quality bedding, towels, dishes, and cookware. Bathrooms are stocked with soap, shampoo, and conditioner, ensuring you have all the essentials. We’ve thought of every detail to make your stay as convenient and relaxing as possible.
The property provides privacy, tranquility, and stunning natural surroundings. Enjoy hiking trails, outdoor firepits, a volleyball court, horseshoe pits, and the serene Little Schuylkill River. Explore the breathtaking Wildcat Mountain, stroll through our fern garden, or unwind in the peaceful lighted grove.
In addition to the beauty of the village, you'll find plenty of activities nearby. Visit Hawk Mountain, several State Parks, the historic No. 9 Coal Mine Tour, or the Yuengling Brewery. Discover ghost, home, and trolley tours in Jim Thorpe, enjoy whitewater rafting, explore biking trails, and hike through scenic areas. Great restaurants and shops are also just a short drive away.
For those seeking relaxation, private yoga instruction and on-site massages are available at an additional cost and subject to availability. Whether you're unwinding after a day of outdoor adventure or simply enjoying a moment of peace, we’re here to help make your stay even more memorable.
Whether you're seeking outdoor adventure, history, or relaxation, The Village at Houser's Crossing is the perfect place to escape, and it's a location you'll want to return to again and again. Contact the owner for more information.
Our homes are well-appointed with everything you'll need for a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Each home is fully equipped with high-quality bedding, towels, dishes, and cookware. Bathrooms are stocked with soap, shampoo, and conditioner, ensuring you have all the essentials. We’ve thought of every detail to make your stay as convenient and relaxing as possible.
The property provides privacy, tranquility, and stunning natural surroundings. Enjoy hiking trails, outdoor firepits, a volleyball court, horseshoe pits, and the serene Little Schuylkill River. Explore the breathtaking Wildcat Mountain, stroll through our fern garden, or unwind in the peaceful lighted grove.
In addition to the beauty of the village, you'll find plenty of activities nearby. Visit Hawk Mountain, several State Parks, the historic No. 9 Coal Mine Tour, or the Yuengling Brewery. Discover ghost, home, and trolley tours in Jim Thorpe, enjoy whitewater rafting, explore biking trails, and hike through scenic areas. Great restaurants and shops are also just a short drive away.
For those seeking relaxation, private yoga instruction and on-site massages are available at an additional cost and subject to availability. Whether you're unwinding after a day of outdoor adventure or simply enjoying a moment of peace, we’re here to help make your stay even more memorable.
Whether you're seeking outdoor adventure, history, or relaxation, The Village at Houser's Crossing is the perfect place to escape, and it's a location you'll want to return to again and again. Contact the owner for more information.
Property manager
Carolee Smith
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Languages
English
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- Kitchen
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
10.0 out of 10, (5 reviews)
House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 12:00 PM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed
Micro Weddings if prearranged/booked with owner.
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Micro Weddings if prearranged/booked with owner.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Tamaqua
Located in Tamaqua, this holiday home is on a river. Villas Crossing Golf Course and Galen Glen Vineyard & Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit HT Commons and Carbon Plaza Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Tamaqua Stadium or Sky's The Limit Skydiving Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Tamaqua, PA
What's nearby
- Mauch Chunk Opera House - 30 min drive - 27.5 km
- Jim Thorpe Lehigh River Access - 31 min drive - 31.5 km
- Asa Packer Mansion Museum - 31 min drive - 27.9 km
- Jim Thorpe Memorial - 33 min drive - 32.9 km
- Penn's Peak - 38 min drive - 42.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 7 min drive
- La Dolce Casa - 3 min drive
- Burger King - 3 min drive
- Two Kings Pizza - 8 min drive
- Luigi's Brick Oven Pizzeria - 4 min drive
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Reviews
9.4
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8.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
8/10 Good
Carolyn H.
10 May 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
12th Anniversary
Carolyn H.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sean C.
2 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mini honeymoon
Sean C.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
About the host
Hosted by Carolee Smith
Open year around
offering four private and unique housing options to escape from everyday life
and enjoy the tranquility of the over a 1,000 acres of the Wildcat Mountain PA State gamelands in addition to the Village's 10 acres of seclusion with private hiking trails, magical fern meditation garden, and the Little Schuylkill River running through the heart of the Village at Houser's
Crossing. Spend the weekend, month, or
longer. The village can meet a variety
of vacation & housing needs.
Minutes to Jim
Thorpe "The most beautiful small town in Pennsylvania", State Parks, Lakes, Miles of Hiking and Biking
Trails, shopping, eateries, and local history.
"In 2023, The Anthracite Cultural Board recognized the rare restoration of an anthracite
railroading and mining patch from the late 1800's" Houser's Crossing, Schuylkill County,
Pennsylvania is designated an anthracite cultural landmark in honor and
appreciation of its owners who faithfully continue the revitalization of this
classic example of an anthracite patch community. Complete with its inseparable mining and rail
roading components." Stay with us to feel the best part of the past!
offering four private and unique housing options to escape from everyday life
and enjoy the tranquility of the over a 1,000 acres of the Wildcat Mountain PA State gamelands in addition to the Village's 10 acres of seclusion with private hiking trails, magical fern meditation garden, and the Little Schuylkill River running through the heart of the Village at Houser's
Crossing. Spend the weekend, month, or
longer. The village can meet a variety
of vacation & housing needs.
Minutes to Jim
Thorpe "The most beautiful small town in Pennsylvania", State Parks, Lakes, Miles of Hiking and Biking
Trails, shopping, eateries, and local history.
"In 2023, The Anthracite Cultural Board recognized the rare restoration of an anthracite
railroading and mining patch from the late 1800's" Houser's Crossing, Schuylkill County,
Pennsylvania is designated an anthracite cultural landmark in honor and
appreciation of its owners who faithfully continue the revitalization of this
classic example of an anthracite patch community. Complete with its inseparable mining and rail
roading components." Stay with us to feel the best part of the past!
Why they chose this property
Our private village is the essence of seclusion and nature = pure heaven. When you cross the bridge and enter thru our private gate you are surrounded by the village's ten acres of hiking and walking trails that leads you then to over 3,400 acres of PA State Game Lands (known as the Wildcat Mountain). If that wasn't enough, the Little Schuylkill River runs through our entire property with beautiful walk paths that lead you right down into it.
What makes this property unique
So many things make this property unique: our river, the Wildcat Mountain, the fact that we are designated as an Anthracite Cultural Landmark, and we have our very own "whistle stop" of the Reading Northern Railroad (aka Houser's Crossing). We offer yoga classes in our lighted grove, on site massages, and boast our very own "Magical Meditation Fern Garden" surrounded by the most beautiful stone wall. You will get lost in our beauty and serenity during your stay.
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