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Poconos Family & Pets Retreat, Arcade & Fireplace

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A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by trees and a gravel driveway.
A resort with a swimming pool, beach area, and a view of a lake.
A lakeside park with picnic tables, benches, and a walking path.
A modern living room with a fireplace, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a large window with curtains.
A modern kitchen with a central island, dark cabinetry, and a dining area with a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Enjoy the heated pool
    A rare find in this area - swim in comfort or have a relaxing dip.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Heated pool
  • Dog-friendly
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Toys
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Hamlin, PA
  • Place, Roaming Woods Lake
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Claws 'N' Paws Wild Animal Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Wallenpaupack
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

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About the area

Lake Ariel

Located in Lake Ariel, this chalet is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Wallenpaupack and Lacawac Sanctuary, while Sculpted Ice Works Factory and Ice Harvest Museum and Harmony Presents are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Claws 'N' Paws Wild Animal Park and Lake Township Park. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and ice skating.
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Map
Hamlin, PA

What's nearby

  • Roaming Woods Lake - 1 min drive - 0.7 km
  • Claws 'N' Paws Wild Animal Park - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Lake Wallenpaupack - 10 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Kalahari - 48 min drive - 52.5 km
  • Camelback Ski Area - 56 min drive - 64.1 km

Getting around

  • Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hideout Clubhouse - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪John's Italian Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hideout Ski Hill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lori's Corner Kitchen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪IHOP - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Poconos Family & Pets Retreat, Arcade & Fireplace have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Poconos Family & Pets Retreat, Arcade & Fireplace?

As of 4 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Poconos Family & Pets Retreat, Arcade & Fireplace on 6 Nov 2026 start from AU$1,480, 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 Poconos Family & Pets Retreat, Arcade & Fireplace pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Poconos Family & Pets Retreat, Arcade & Fireplace?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Poconos Family & Pets Retreat, Arcade & Fireplace?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Poconos Family & Pets Retreat, Arcade & Fireplace?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Poconos Family & Pets Retreat, Arcade & Fireplace located?

This family-friendly Lake Ariel chalet is located on a lake, within 2 mi (3 km) of Roaming Woods Lake and Claws 'N' Paws Wild Animal Park. Brooks Lake is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Lovely place. We had a lot of fun. The only complain I have was that the fireplace didn’t work, the grill was really dirty and
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct 2026
Thank you for staying with us and for sharing your feedback! We’re glad to hear you had a lovely stay and a lot of fun. We’re sorry about the issues you experienced. There are instructions posted above the fireplace with directions for operating it, but we understand that it may not have been clear or easy to use. We’ll also make sure to address the cleanliness of the grill with our cleaning team so it’s in better condition for future guests. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention and hope to host you again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was great. Price was great for last minute booking. The only 2 negatives were the upkeep of the landscaping and the grill was dirty. There was a fire pit with weeds growing in it, so we didn't use it and we had to clean the grill thoroughly before the first use. Other than that, the property was beautiful and close to the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice place to getaway

Nice place to getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

The home was absolutely gorgeous… Couple of things that should have been taken care of like the grill being dirty and lots of dead insects in the home. Overall this was a great stay I will definitely be coming back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2024
Thanks Joshua for the great review and feedback. Unfortunately the bugs are No See Ums and as quickly as we clean them up they are there again every morning. We do have a pest control contract that does monthly maintenance on the property but some bugs just are resistant and being in the woods and near the lake, this can happen. Sometimes the guest forget to scrape the grill, but this is now part of a cleaning check list so thank you! Always remember that you can call us at anytime for any issue and we will address it. We do look forward to hosting you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was wonderful! From the booking process to check out- it was a breeze! They answer so quickly, are happy to help and the communication was super easy and quick. Everything looks like the photos the sheets, beds and bathrooms were very clean. They leave you bathroom amenities, provide starter paper towels, sponge dish soap etc and toilet tissue. The cleaning people left a lovely snores basket that was such a nice touch and sweet surprise! We will definitely be booking again. Also- For a pet friendly home it didn’t smell and there were no signs of fur. In fact I have allergies to pets that shed and I was fine the whole stay! My dogs were very comfortable too! Thanks for a memorable stay and for your wonderful hospitality!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2026
Thank you for your kind words! We are really happy you enjoyed our beautiful house and will be happy to have you again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful community, clean house, easy and prompt communication. The main reasons for 4 stars are a few small things: it could use a few dressers in the bedrooms, for stays longer than 2 nights, it would be so much more convenient to have a dresser in each bedroom. Just a bit more condiments/extras in the kitchen. We have used VRBO for over a decade, always gone to 4.5 star or higher, they always have beyond just salt and pepper. I understand food safety is paramount, but going beyond salt and pepper only (at least for longer stays) would be so much nicer /easier… you can only eat restaurant food for so long..We have had many hosts in the past provided a stater kits for coffee, cooking oil, basic spices, sugar, etc,. The marshmallow set was a nice touch. The shower curtain rod in one of the downstairs bathroom needs replacement. All above are small points, with changes, that can send the property to 5 stars each visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend at The Hideout

We loved our cute little cottage in the woods. It was perfect for us and our family staying with us. The host even included baby items for my 1 year old nephew. The house had plenty of room for the 5 adults and 4 kids and we enjoyed grilling and just enjoying family time together.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great House in The Hideout

Great House and lots to do in the Hideout. Only negative is terrible wifi. Constantly lost the connection every day.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2024
Thanks Cory for your kind words. As per wifi - it was fixed by the provider. Theh moved the box upstairs now and wifi works top notch. Thank you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home is lovely. Very suitable for my family of eight. Beds were comfortable. House was very clean and kitchen was well equipped. Location was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2026
Thank you Toni! I am glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
beds were very comfortable, family areas were spacious and welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2026
Thank you ! We are glad you enjoyed your stay! Happy to host you again!
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