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Watermelon Chateau -12 mins to Elk Mtn- Lake View

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Dining
Living area
2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Greenfield twp, PA
  • Place, Newton Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Crystal Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Elk Mountain Ski Area
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Carbondale

This cottage places you next to Newton Lake and Crystal Lake. The cottage includes a kitchen and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Newton Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Crystal Lake - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Elk Mountain Ski Area - 17 min drive - 10.7 miles
  • Lake Wallenpaupack - 47 min drive - 33.0 miles
  • Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs - 53 min drive - 43.9 miles

Getting around

  • Wilkes-Barre Scranton Intl. Airport (AVP) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pats Pizza - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Franks Place - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Mountain View Restaurant And Motel - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bar 44 - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪DG's Bar - ‬12 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.

Watermelon Chateau -12 mins to Elk Mtn- Lake View

Welcome to The Watermelon Chateau, our cute and cozy cottage in beautiful Northeast PA! Come enjoy every activity the region has to offer year round. Skiers will love the close proximity to Elk Mountain. You can also enjoy kayaking, biking, hiking, golfing and more during the warmer months. It's hard to beat an early morning coffee or evening glass of wine on the deck overlooking the water, and the fire pit is ideal for roasting marshmallows under the crystal clear night skies.

The space
Featuring two bedrooms and two full baths, our interior space is fun and flirty, with a modern look and chic accents throughout. You will love the living room area, with a large picture window that looks at the water, plus an updated kitchen perfectly suited for the chefs at heart. And if cooking isn't your thing, there are numerous local dining options, from upscale lakefront ambiance to quick and easy takeout. Come and enjoy everything NEPA has to offer at The Watermelon Chateau!
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. The cottage also includes a washing machine.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

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

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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 smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this cottage?

This cottage is located in Carbondale and just steps from Crystal Lake and Newton Lake. You'll also find Homestead Golf Course and Merli-Sarnoski Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Watermelon Chateau -12 mins to Elk Mtn- Lake View?

No, there isn't parking at this cottage.

Is this cottage associated with a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

What do couples enjoy most about Watermelon Chateau -12 mins to Elk Mtn- Lake View?

Couples staying at this cottage will value amenities like a kitchen, a kitchen in some cottage, as well as a firepit.

Are there hot tubs at Watermelon Chateau -12 mins to Elk Mtn- Lake View?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at Watermelon Chateau -12 mins to Elk Mtn- Lake View?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Wilkes-Barre Scranton Intl. Airport (AVP), which is about 22.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Watermelon Chateau -12 mins to Elk Mtn- Lake View?

Yes, every cottage at Watermelon Chateau -12 mins to Elk Mtn- Lake View comes with a patio.

Watermelon Chateau -12 mins to Elk Mtn- Lake View Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was an awesome place
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ferenc G.

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

Beautiful lakeview stay

Serene scenery, very clean home, our stay was simply excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beverly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property overlooking the lake. Dog friendly, very clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

August

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience from start to finish, host was very helpful and house was immaculate.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great spot for an Elk ski weekend. Not a lot of space, but if you’re on the mountain all day and the wrapping up at Chet’s, you’re just looking for a place to lay down. Very clean. TONS of kid toys but need to get some board games/ cards for the adults. Our afternoon got rained out so we needed something to do. Had to drive to Carbondale to get a pack of Uno cards. We’ll be back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a lovely cottage overlooking the lake! It was easy to locate via GPS, and was the perfect spot for our extended weekend ski trip. Just a short 15-20 minute drive to Elk Mountain. We enjoyed a local restaurant, and cooked the rest of our meals. It was warm and cozy, If it wasn't so cold and snowing we would have enjoyed the firepit. It snowed every night and a crew came and shoveled the property ( Deck & Driveway) Host was attentive and responded quickly to all my questions. Easy check-in/out and very clean. We will be back again!! Thanks Bridget!!!
Sunset on the lake
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was clean and the view of the lake was great! Finding the property at night was difficult as the driveway is not on the street address and no lights were on. No hair dryer despite saying there were 2. Weather was very warm and the cottage got very hot during the day- storm door would expand and not open either way. Many windows without screens and some screens had holes. It seemed like this was a summer family cottage as much personal stuff was around with very little room for our belongings in bedroom. No hangers in closet. We did have deer visit the front yard in the am and at noc.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in May 2025