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Cozy lake house, great location! Hot tub, fire pit, game room! Dog friendly!

Vacation home in Blakeslee with patio and fireplace

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Beach
Smart TV, fireplace
Smart TV, fireplace

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Blakeslee, PA
  • Place, St. Luke's Fitness Center - Blakeslee
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Shangri-La
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Split Rock Resort Indoor Waterpark
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Blakeslee

Located in Briar Crest Woods, this vacation home is within a 10-minute stroll of sights such as Lake Shangri-La and St. Luke's Fitness Center - Blakeslee. The vacation home includes a fireplace, a patio, and a microwave.

What's nearby

  • St. Luke's Fitness Center - Blakeslee - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lake Shangri-La - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Lake Harmony - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Big Boulder Ski Area - 7 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Split Rock Resort Indoor Waterpark - 8 min drive - 5.3 miles

Getting around

  • Wilkes-Barre Scranton Intl. Airport (AVP) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪HUNAN HOUSE - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Nick's Lake House Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Gagliano's Pizza - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪China Pearl - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cozy lake house, great location! Hot tub, fire pit, game room! Dog friendly!

Welcome to Your Perfect Pocono Retreat!

☕️Amenities
Everything You’ll Need for a great stay.
• 5 person Hot tub
• Outdoor fire pit and indoor propane fireplace
• Air hockey table + arcade game in loft
• Roku TVs in living room and all bedrooms
• Central heating & A/C
• High-speed WiFi
• Washer + dryer
• Basketball and pickleball rackets provided
• Corn hole and Kan Jam provided
• Fully stocked kitchen with seating for 10 (indoor + outdoor *deck)
• Electric black stone grill
• Charcoal grill (bring your own charcoal)

🛋️ The Space
From the moment you walk in, the modern living area welcomes you with soft natural light and a warm gas fireplace that’s perfect for conversations or game nights. Upstairs, a loft hosts an air hockey table and classic arcade game, brings an added sense of fun to your stay. The kitchen flows naturally to indoor and outdoor dining spaces, designed so no one misses the moments—from cooking to laughing around the table. Sliding doors open to a private deck where a covered hot tub and string lights offer a cozy end to the day, no matter the season.

🍴 Kitchen & Dining
Easy Meals, Shared Around the Table
The kitchen is fully equipped and ready for everything from quick breakfasts to celebratory dinners. A Blackstone electric grill sits just outside on the deck, and there’s dining space for up to 10 guests between the indoor table and outdoor seating.
Cooking here isn’t a chore it’s an opportunity for everyone to gather.

🛏️ Bedrooms & Bathrooms
Each bedroom is designed for restorative sleep and personal space—ideal for groups traveling together but needing downtime apart.
• Bedroom 1 – King bed with Roku TV
• Bedroom 2 – Queen bed with Roku TV
• Bedroom 3 – Queen bunk beds with Roku TV
• Living Room – Pull-out queen sofa bed
All beds feature plush memory foam mattresses and quality linens.
Two full bathrooms ensure a smooth start to your day, even with a full house!

🌲 Outdoor Living
Nature Just Beyond the Deck

Outside, the property strikes a balance between wooded quiet and simple convenience. The hot tub with gazebo creates a tucked-away retreat at night, while mornings often come with a glimpse of local deer passing through.
You’re just a 5-minute walk to the lake, beach, and shared courts for pickleball, tennis, and basketball—gear included. Evenings often end around the outdoor fire pit, firewood stacked and ready.
• Hot tub with gazebo & string lights
• Indoor gas fireplace
• Outdoor fire pit

🐾 Pet-Friendly Hospitality
Your Four-Legged Family Members Are Welcome
We understand that pets are family. That’s why the home welcomes up to two dogs with open arms, including a basket of toys to make them feel at home too. Spacious yards and quiet neighborhood walks invite gentle exploration with your furry companions.

Set in a quiet, wooded neighborhood, this home gives you space to move at a slower pace—designed for comfort, natural connection, and time that’s easy to enjoy together.

Nearby Attractions:

Big Boulder Mountain – 9 min
Jack Frost Ski Resort – 15 min
Camelback Ski Resort – 28 min
The Crossings Premium Outlets – 26 min
Hickory Run State Park – 17 min
Lehigh Gorge State Park – 27 min
Jim Thorpe – 17 min
Kalahari Resorts – 24 min
Mount Airy Casino – 29 min

Brier Crest Community Amenities
Guests have access to the community’s private amenities, including:
• Beach with swimming area and playground
• Basketball, volleyball, and pickleball courts
• Fishing dock and kayak launch (located just up the road from the beach)

Kayaks:
Two kayaks are provided with the rental. Guests must arrange their own transportation to the boat launch.

Important – Information Required Upon Booking:
To access community amenities, please provide your driver’s license and vehicle information at the time of booking:
• License plate number and state
• Vehicle color, make, and model

This information is used to generate your parking pass. Without it, you will not be permitted to use the amenities. Security will deliver the parking pass to the house mailbox, and it must be displayed while using any community facilities.


Other Things to Note:
By booking, guests agree to follow all house rules and hot tub rules. A hard copy of these rules can be found in the house manual at the rental.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a patio and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a microwave.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pickleball courts
  • Arcade/game room
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No parties/events No smoking No unregistered guests allowed.  Please don’t eat/drink in the bedrooms Respect property and furnishings
2 night stay min. 28 day max booked in 14 day increments. No illegal drug use No hair dying 500$ fee will be charged for unregistered dogs
Must use silicone pot holders and cutting boards on quartz counter tops

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: House is not “baby proofed”

Events

No events 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Briar Crest Woods within a short 5-minute walk of Lake Shangri-La. You'll also find Big Boulder Lake and Big Boulder Ski Area within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

What do couples enjoy most about Cozy lake house, great location! Hot tub, fire pit, game room! Dog friendly!?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a fireplace and a smart TV as well as tennis.

Does Cozy lake house, great location! Hot tub, fire pit, game room! Dog friendly! have a hot tub?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Wilkes-Barre Scranton Intl. Airport (AVP), which is about 22.1 mi away. Another top airport is Lehigh Valley Intl. Airport (ABE), which is around 28 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Cozy lake house, great location! Hot tub, fire pit, game room! Dog friendly!?

Yes, every accommodation at Cozy lake house, great location! Hot tub, fire pit, game room! Dog friendly! comes with a deck.

Reviews

Cozy lake house, great location! Hot tub, fire pit, game room! Dog friendly! Reviews

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Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Allison B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely, clean property. Wonderful hosts. Dog-friendly property and walkable neighborhood. I highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay was phenomenal! The home was absolutely beautiful and well-appointed and the area is absolutely beautiful, the owners were a joy to work with. Will definitely say again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

M R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024