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Poconos "Bear House" at Skytop, historic family home perfect to enjoy nature
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Highlights
- Discover nearby landmarksNear Skytop Golf
Popular amenities
- Barbecue
- Air-conditioning
- Internet
- Onsite parking available
- Washing machine
- Microwave
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Downstairs Bedroom (1)
1 Queen Bed
Upstairs Full Bedroom (5)
1 Double Bed
Upstairs Large Bedroom (3)
1 King Bed
Upstairs Master Bedroom (2)
1 King Bed
Upstairs Twin Bedroom (4)
2 Single Beds
4 bathrooms
Downstairs Bathroom (1)
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Upstairs "Jack and Jill" Bathroom (4)
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Upstairs Large Bathroom (3)
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo
Upstairs Master Bathroom (2)
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
About this property
Poconos "Bear House" at Skytop, historic family home perfect to enjoy nature
Come visit our cozy "Bear House" cottage, nestled in the Pocono Mountains on Skytop Lodge property. Our home is almost 100 years old, built in the 1930s with amazing character and historic charm. This is the perfect family house, owned by a family with three young children. The location is ideal, a beautiful wooded paradise only a ~2 hour drive from New York City or Philadelphia. The home can be used year-round, with amazing outdoor adventures to experience in every season.
HOME AMENITIES:
* 5 bedrooms (1 on the first floor and 4 on the 2nd floor)
* 4 bathrooms (1 on the first floor and 3 on the 2nd floor)
* Fully equipped kitchen
* Nespresso machine and pods
* Peloton indoor bicycle (bring own cycling shoes)
* Outdoor grill
* Outdoor wood-burning chiminea
* Indoor wood-burning fireplace
* Screened-in porch with outdoor furniture and TV
* Private back deck with wooded views
* Ping pong table
* Putting machine, chipping net and large golf net for use in yard
* Yard games
* Bikes and helmets
* Ice skates in various sizes
* Tennis rackets
* Board games
* High-speed WiFi internet, perfect for working remotely
* Child-friendly, equipped with pack-and-plays, high chair, toys and games for kids (upon request)
* TVs located in 3 of the bedrooms, living room and screened in porch
SKYTOP AMENITIES:
* Walking distance to Skytop Lodge
* Located on the award-winning Skytop golf course (awarded #17 by Golfpass in 2025 Golfers' Choice Best Public Golf Course)
NEARBY POCONOS ACTIVITIES:
* Ski Resorts - Camelback Mountain (20 miles), Shawnee Mountain (22 miles), Jack Frost Big Boulder (30 miles), Snow Mountain (40 miles) and Elk Mountain (60 miles)
* Indoor Waterparks - Kalahari (15 miles), Great Wolf Lodge (15 miles) and Camelback (20 miles)
* Casinos - Mount Airy Casino (10 miles)
* Breweries - Pocono Brewery Company (12 miles) and Wallenpaupack Brewing Company (20 miles)
* Horseback Riding - Mountain Creek Riding Stable (10 miles)
* Rock climbing - Pocono Rocks! (12 miles)
Keywords: Cottage, Pocono Mountains, Skytop, Golf, Skiing, Fly Fishing, Hiking, Family Reunion, Family Home, Kid-Friendly
HOME AMENITIES:
* 5 bedrooms (1 on the first floor and 4 on the 2nd floor)
* 4 bathrooms (1 on the first floor and 3 on the 2nd floor)
* Fully equipped kitchen
* Nespresso machine and pods
* Peloton indoor bicycle (bring own cycling shoes)
* Outdoor grill
* Outdoor wood-burning chiminea
* Indoor wood-burning fireplace
* Screened-in porch with outdoor furniture and TV
* Private back deck with wooded views
* Ping pong table
* Putting machine, chipping net and large golf net for use in yard
* Yard games
* Bikes and helmets
* Ice skates in various sizes
* Tennis rackets
* Board games
* High-speed WiFi internet, perfect for working remotely
* Child-friendly, equipped with pack-and-plays, high chair, toys and games for kids (upon request)
* TVs located in 3 of the bedrooms, living room and screened in porch
SKYTOP AMENITIES:
* Walking distance to Skytop Lodge
* Located on the award-winning Skytop golf course (awarded #17 by Golfpass in 2025 Golfers' Choice Best Public Golf Course)
NEARBY POCONOS ACTIVITIES:
* Ski Resorts - Camelback Mountain (20 miles), Shawnee Mountain (22 miles), Jack Frost Big Boulder (30 miles), Snow Mountain (40 miles) and Elk Mountain (60 miles)
* Indoor Waterparks - Kalahari (15 miles), Great Wolf Lodge (15 miles) and Camelback (20 miles)
* Casinos - Mount Airy Casino (10 miles)
* Breweries - Pocono Brewery Company (12 miles) and Wallenpaupack Brewing Company (20 miles)
* Horseback Riding - Mountain Creek Riding Stable (10 miles)
* Rock climbing - Pocono Rocks! (12 miles)
Keywords: Cottage, Pocono Mountains, Skytop, Golf, Skiing, Fly Fishing, Hiking, Family Reunion, Family Home, Kid-Friendly
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
House has high-chair and pack and play cribs
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 4586714vb
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
About the area
North America

Canadensis, PA
What's nearby
- Skytop Golf - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
- Sky Puppies - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Kalahari - 25 min drive - 27.7 km
- Camelback Ski Area - 30 min drive - 35.3 km
- Camelbeach Mountain Waterpark - 31 min drive - 35.7 km
Getting around
- Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.) - 60 min drive
Restaurants
- Mountainhome Diner - 11 min drive
- The Pour House - 10 min drive
- China lll - 11 min drive
- The Frogtown Inn - 7 min drive
- Basso - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Poconos "Bear House" at Skytop, historic family home perfect to enjoy nature pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Poconos "Bear House" at Skytop, historic family home perfect to enjoy nature?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Poconos "Bear House" at Skytop, historic family home perfect to enjoy nature?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Poconos "Bear House" at Skytop, historic family home perfect to enjoy nature?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
About the host
Hosted by Timothy M Recchion
Hi this is Tim and Elizabeth. We live in New York with our three young kids and love coming to our Bear House at Skytop to escape the city life and enjoy nature!
Why they chose this property
We love being out in nature, while still close to big cities and Skytop Lodge - with access to all that the Pocono Mountains have to offer!
What makes this property unique
Our home has great character and a cozy cottage feel, with an amazing location on Skytop property.
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