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Secluded 4 BR-Heated Pool/Hot Tub/Game Room/Fishing Pond/Huge Deck/Fire Pit!

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Game room
Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 142400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Effort, PA
  • Place, Blue Ridge Estate Vineyard & Winery
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Camelbeach Mountain Waterpark
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Camelback Ski Area
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Allentown, PA (ABE-Lehigh Valley Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Effort

This vacation home places you within a 15-minute drive of Indian Mountain Lake and Blue Ridge Estate Vineyard & Winery. The vacation home includes a private pool, a private hot tub, and a kitchen.

What's nearby

  • Blue Ridge Estate Vineyard & Winery - 13 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Mountain View Vineyard - 18 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Pocono Raceway - 18 min drive - 12.9 miles
  • Camelbeach Mountain Waterpark - 27 min drive - 15.8 miles
  • Camelback Ski Area - 28 min drive - 16.7 miles

Getting around

  • Lehigh Valley Intl. Airport (ABE) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Happy Family Chinese Food - ‬5 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.

Secluded 4 BR-Heated Pool/Hot Tub/Game Room/Fishing Pond/Huge Deck/Fire Pit!

***Please read our rules prior to booking. NO PROM GROUPS.
***We do not offer Saturday check-in, nor check-out therefore Saturdays might appear as blocked on the calendar.

This beautiful and secluded 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home which is wheelchair friendly, with a private fishing pond features a large, open concept living room with high ceilings, a wood burning fireplace and direct access to the deck. Our large dining table right near the open concept kitchen is big enough for 8 people. The large kitchen island provides additional seating space. The kitchen comes equipped with plenty of pots and pans, serving wear, dishes, etc. for preparing and serving large family meals.

Master bedroom has a queen size bed and a crib (wheelchair accessible). Bedroom#2 on the main level is ideal for any guests but especially for kids. There's plenty of room to play and sleep with 1 bunk bed-Full over Full, a full-size day bed with a twin trundle and a twin day bed (wheelchair accessible). Bedroom#3 on lower level has a queen bed and a twin bed as well as a portable crib. Bedroom#4 on lower level has a queen bed.

Our game room has a pool table and Air Hockey table as well as a futon and an extra full-size refrigerator.

For our guests:

-Self check in with a unique door code issued to each guest
-Large Deck with patio furniture, grill, swing, hammock
-Private secluded Hot Tub open all year
-Private fishing pond (fish and release only)
-Heated Pool-18x33 Foot Oval, Private and secluded- Open early May to early October (Weather Permitting)
-Basketball Hoop over the garage
-Game Room with a pool table, Air Hockey, extra refrigerator, Futon.
-Toys for kids
-2GB Wi-Fi
-Streaming services (Hulu/Disney Plus packages)
-Wood Burning Fireplace (few logs provided in winter months only)
-Wood Burning Fire Pit
-Fully stocked kitchen
-Basic personal care items
-Cleaning supplies
-Linens/Towels/Blankets/Pillows
-Baby/child items-baby bathtub, gate, 2 cribs, toys, highchair, dinner wear, playpen.
-Heating and AC is each room

Nearby Attractions by car:

-Big Brown Fish & Pay Lakes-1 minute
-Grocery stores/Pharmacies/Restaurants/Fast Food from 5-15 minutes
-Chestnut Hill park-7 minutes
-Pocono Raceway-13 minutes
-Mountain View Winery-14 minutes
-Alvins offroad ATVs-15 minutes
-Pocono Outdoor Adventure Tours-15 minutes
-S & S speedway indoor Go Carts-19 minutes
-Big Boulder Mountain: 20 minutes
-Camelback/Camelbeach- 20 minutes
-Beltsville lake beach/park-20 minutes
-Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm-20 minutes
-Crossings Premium Outlets-20 minutes
-Pocono Snake & Animal Farm-20 minutes
-Great Wolf Lodge-20 minutes
-Adventure Sports (Kayaks/Canoes/Boats)-20 minutes
-Pocono Pistol Shooting Range-24 minutes
-Sunset Hill Shooting Range-25 minutes
-Kalahari Indoor Water Park-25 minutes
-Blue Mountain-25 minutes
-Big Pocono State Park – 25 minutes
-Hickory Run State Park-30 minutes
-Jim Thorp Historical Town-30 minutes
-Shawnee Mountain-35 minutes
-White Water Rafting-35 minutes
-Fustercluck Farm Goat Hikes-35 minutes
-Bushkill Falls-45 minutes

***Holiday Rates: 2024

Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Jan 12-15 (3 nights minimum)
Presidents' Day: Feb 16-19 (3 nights minimum)
Memorial Day: May 24-27 (3 nights minimum)
July 4th: July 3-7 (4 nights minimum)
Labor Day: August 30-Sept 2 (3 nights minimum)
Thanksgiving: Nov 27-Dec 1 (4 nights minimum)
Christmas: Dec 24-27 (3 nights minimum)
New Year's: Dec 31-Jan 3 (3 nights minimum)

Check in/Check out: Please note check in is at 4 PM. Early check ins must be arranged 1-3 days prior to check in. We can only accommodate early check in if the home is vacant and ready, the day of your check in.
Check out is at 11 AM. Please contact us at least 24 hours in advance to check the availability for late check out.
"Unscheduled" late check outs not only affects us but also the next guest. In the event guests stay past check out without prior permission, there will be a $75 late fee for the first hour and anything after the first hour, guests will be charged the rate of 1 night stay based on the current nightly rate.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a private hot tub, and a washing machine.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Hulu
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Streaming services
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 4 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Air hockey
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an access code
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Put the Hot Tub cover back on
Put out the firepit and the fireplace
Turn down thermostats when heat is used to 62 degrees Turn up thermostats when AC is used to 78 degrees
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No Saturday check-in/check-out NO WATER BALLOONS, CONFETTI, NO SILLY STRINGS inside or outside of the house NO FIREWORKS We allow 6 cars
No loud parties/music/noise outside Guests use amenities at their own risk Guests must be at least 23 years old unless agreed otherwise
No Smoking inside the home. Use ashtrays when smoking outside Cleaning fee does not cover bodily fluids, trash or cigarrette butts outside, pet mess

Access methods

Access code

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 4 total pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Pet fee $100 per pet.

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
No large parties, no DJs, no speakers outside

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 16
Note from host: No large parties, no DJs, no speakers outside
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 23

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.
  • 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.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 16.
  • Note from host: No large parties, no DJs, no speakers outside
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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Secluded 4br Private Pond Hot Tub Game Room Pool!
Secluded 4br, Private Pond, Hot Tub, Game Room, Pool! Effort

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Effort, close to Blue Ridge Estate Vineyard & Winery, Indian Mountain Lake, and Indian Mountain Lake Beach. You'll also find Mountain View Vineyard and Blue Ridge Estate Vineyard & Winery nearby.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

Yes, there is accessible parking and electric car charging available.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

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

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

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

Is Secluded 4 BR-Heated Pool/Hot Tub/Game Room/Fishing Pond/Huge Deck/Fire Pit! good for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this vacation home, including a private pool and a fireplace as well as an outdoor pool.

Does Secluded 4 BR-Heated Pool/Hot Tub/Game Room/Fishing Pond/Huge Deck/Fire Pit! have a hot tub?

Yes, all accommodations at this vacation home have private spa tubs.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does 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, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Lehigh Valley Intl. Airport (ABE), which is about 20.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Secluded 4 BR-Heated Pool/Hot Tub/Game Room/Fishing Pond/Huge Deck/Fire Pit!?

Yes, every accommodation at Secluded 4 BR-Heated Pool/Hot Tub/Game Room/Fishing Pond/Huge Deck/Fire Pit! comes with a balcony with some featuring mountain or water views.