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Perfect Poconos Retreat, .5 miles -Beach & Pool, Huge Game Room, Pet Friendly!

Family-friendly vacation home with a water park and a fitness center

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Beach
Pool
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, foosball

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Hamlin, PA
  • Place, Brooks Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Claws 'N' Paws Wild Animal Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Wallenpaupack
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Lake Ariel

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Brooks Lake, this vacation home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Claws 'N' Paws Wild Animal Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Brooks Lake - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Claws 'N' Paws Wild Animal Park - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Salem Public Library - 7 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Sculpted Ice Works Factory and Ice Harvest Museum - 9 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Lake Wallenpaupack - 9 min drive - 5.7 miles

Getting around

  • Wilkes-Barre Scranton Intl. Airport (AVP) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hideout Clubhouse - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Big Dog Daddy - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪R Place on 590 - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Totem Pole - ‬9 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.

Perfect Poconos Retreat, .5 miles -Beach & Pool, Huge Game Room, Pet Friendly!

Located in The Hideout, a gated community nestled in the Pocono Mountains. Perfect spot to spend time with family and friends. Only 2 hours away from New York and Philadelphia areas. This 4 bedroom 2 bath home can accommodate 12 guests and up to 14 with two extra air mattresses supplied. The house has 4 private bedrooms with sheets and towels supplied. The master "Golf Bedroom" has a King size bed, A/C, flat screen TV and private bath. Our "Wilderness Bedroom" has a queen size bed, flat screen TV and view of the woods. The "Lake Bedroom" has two twin beds, A/C, TV, and view of the woods as well. The downstairs "Disney Bedroom" has two sets of bunkbeds that can sleep 4 children. There is also a pull out couch in the basement that sleeps 2. The house also comes with brand new kitchen appliances and a brand new gas grill.

A HUGE Game room. There are multiple arcade games and many retro games to play on TV. A full size ping pong table, Skee-ball, Air Hockey, and Pool Table as well. Enjoy the sounds of the surrounding woods on the large deck with gas BBQ, full dining table and many Adirondack chairs. The main living space has a gas fireplace to warm up around and a Flat screen TV.
The Hideout is a gold star gated community with many amenities - Two pools, two areas to enjoy the large lake, a 9 hole golf course, mini golf course, beach volleyball area, and picnic area. The club house to eat lunch and dinner, and a brand new full recreation center with indoor tennis, gym, game room, salon, library and all purpose room for movie viewing. We have a art center where you can paint pottery and outdoor tennis, basketball courts, and baseball field. Many hiking trails, around the area. 10 Mins from Lake Wallenpaupack area as well.
Summer Accommodations around The Hideout: Wallenpaupack Boat Tours & Rentals, Soarin Eagle Rail Tours, Claws 'N' Paws, Horse Back Riding, Lacawac Sanctuary, Wineries, Golf, Water Skiing, Kalahari Waterpark, Axe Throwing, Waterfalls, White Water Rafting, Hiking Trails, etc.
Winter Accommodations : The hideout Ski Lodge (5 mins away), Montage Mountain(25 mins away), Ski Big Bear at Masthope (40 mins away), Jack Frost Ski Resort(50 ins away), Elk Mountain Ski Resort(55 mins away), Camelback Mountain Resort(50 mins away), High Point Cross Country Ski Center(50 mins away), Shawnee Mountain Ski(50 mins away)
Mohegan Sun Casino is 45 mins away
https://www.whisperingwoodsvacationhome.com/
Check out our pictures and our short video of the house.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a sofa bed.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Gym
  • Table tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Garden
  • Gated community

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

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

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

Rules

No cooking with curry.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • 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 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: 25

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.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Whispering Woods Home in The Hideout
Whispering Woods Home in The Hideout.
Whispering Woods Home in The Hideout. Pocono Retreat
Whispering Woods Home in The Hideout Near Beach Pool

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Lake Ariel, close to Claws 'N' Paws Wild Animal Park, Brooks Lake, and Lake Township Park. You'll also find Lake Wallenpaupack and Sterling Marina within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Perfect Poconos Retreat, .5 miles -Beach & Pool, Huge Game Room, Pet Friendly!?

As of Dec 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Perfect Poconos Retreat, .5 miles -Beach & Pool, Huge Game Room, Pet Friendly! on Jan 8, 2026 start from $239.0, excluding 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 parking available on site 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.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Perfect Poconos Retreat, .5 miles -Beach & Pool, Huge Game Room, Pet Friendly! good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this vacation home include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Does Perfect Poconos Retreat, .5 miles -Beach & Pool, Huge Game Room, Pet Friendly! have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

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.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

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

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Wilkes-Barre Scranton Intl. Airport (AVP), which is 28.7 mi away (39 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Perfect Poconos Retreat, .5 miles -Beach & Pool, Huge Game Room, Pet Friendly!?

Yes, every accommodation at Perfect Poconos Retreat, .5 miles -Beach & Pool, Huge Game Room, Pet Friendly! comes with a deck with some featuring mountain views.

Perfect Poconos Retreat, .5 miles -Beach & Pool, Huge Game Room, Pet Friendly! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 74 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Siddharth M.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Billie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home with lots of things to do. Host was very welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen D., Rydal, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Location is great - quiet street in quiet area. As it was only the two of us, we had more than enough room. We enjoyed the games downstairs a lot!Our visit was spa related so we went back and forth to The Lodge at Woodloch but had a happy place to return to each day.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home was cozy and comfortable. The owner was very quick to respond to our questions. House was well maintained and located in a central area of the community. Definitely recommend. Family had a wonderful time. Would go back in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ernest P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Place was nice and relaxing. I feel there could have been more to do in the area but maybe I just didn't find it.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren P.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was the perfect getaway spot for our family. The home is clean and comfortable, the game room is amazing and we had the best connected, non-screen time together. We will be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

shelly k.

Awesome weekend

Matt was a great host. He was very communicative and very responsive and helpful. He just wanted us to enjoy our weekend. The house was great and we had a wonderful time. I would definitely stay there again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina K.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great time at whispering woods! The house was clean and fully stocked with everything we needed. Matt, our host was very communicative and responded to all questions very quickly. Check in was a breeze. The beds were super comfortable! Everything was kid friendly, no open stairways we had to worry about my crawler falling down! We highly recommend choosing whispering woods for your stay in The Hideout!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was as advertised. Plenty of room for the 7 of us. The game room and fire pit were awesome. It was a great stay. Definitely recommend going.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay!

We enjoyed a great Memorial Day Weekend! The fire pit was fantastic. Our 4 teens enjoyed the games in the basement and watched movies there at night. Matt was an outstanding host! He helped answer all our questions (almost immediately) and gave us great recommendations for eating out in the area. We highly recommend this house and the area for your next getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fermin M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good place

It was really good however to check in your vehicle is alit extra
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness
We were looking for a quick getaway vrbo for an extended weekend. Weather wasnt going to be nice so the well filled basement was a huge draw
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent stay but short

We wished we had more time here! Our kids loved the games, the beds were comfortable, there was a nice welcome gift. Such a fun place! We hope to come back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing Stay

We really enjoyed our stay. The house was tidy and nicely decorated. The kids loved the games. Will definitely consider renting again if we choose that area to vacation to in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raine N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect retreat

We had an amazingly relaxing stay! The host was the best! He made it so easy and always got back to me within minutes!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerri S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Birthday Celebration

We went to The Hideout to celebrate my mom’s 96th birthday and had a wonderful time! The house was perfect for the 7 of us. The host, Matt, checked in with us when we arrived to make sure everything was ok. Although we were all adults, the house is great for kids, too. The location is perfect and the amenities were just as described. We barbecued, hung out on the deck, explored the area and spent evenings all together in the cozy living room. It was so much fun and mom loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy cabin in the woods

Great property in a community with plenty of things to do. The game room was a hit with the kids. Owner communication was great and everything was ready and working when we arrived. Would definitely rent again. For a rather sizeable community, the house felt very secluded (in a good way) with lots of privacy.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonas O., Brooklyn

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend lake getaway

We had a great weekend, and really enjoyed our stay. The kids LOVED the game room (Skeeball! Foozball! Billiards! Arcade Games! And a C64 Emulator?!!), the adults loved the firepit and the porch! The shared lake and pool was fantastic, very child friendly - a great getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great House

We loved the house. Fun for all ages.my teenagers loved the gameroom and fire pit. My granddaughters loved mickey and minny. Matt was a pleasure. He was there for anything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

Absolutely a perfect house for our family vacation. The house was very accommodating. The community has so much to offer! Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheena M., Moravia, NY

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing

Very clean and had everything we needed. Our teenagers enjoyed the game area. It was exactly what we were looking for! A weekend away to just relax and spend time together! The owners were super helpful and very quick to respond if we had a question.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Memorial Day Weekend 2024

The house was very cozy and was a perfect layout for all of us to make meals and eat together inside or outside on the deck. We loved that we could watch movies or have a game night upstairs or downstairs. We played lots of ping pong and arcade games and appreciated the movie decor😊. The Hideout itself is a little challenging as it was crowded on the beach and in the pool area (a holiday weekend could be the reason) and the public safety officers take their responsibilities very seriously 🙄. But the location of the house is very tranquil and serene. And Matt was very attentive and helpful with providing lots of suggestions for what to do and where to go in the area. We will definitely consider staying here again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mother’s Day getaway

Well being on the old side of life my wife and I had trouble getting to the fire pit otherwise it was just a wonderful place I might come back in August and enjoy the lake
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun Weekend!

Matt was a great host! Communication was easy and efficient. He also offered extra info for fun activities for the kids. The house was clean, very well stocked and the basement is a God send for kids on a rainy day! We felt at home from the start and had a blast even though it rained ALL day on Saturday.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

anns w.

Liked: Cleanliness

Snow tubing vaca.

My children & grandchildren stayed at Whispering Woods for a 3 day snow tubing trip. The owner Matt was the most cordial person to deal with. He answered every question i had so fast I was truly impressed. He and his wife made several suggestions about activites in and around the community that myself and my grandkids might enjoy. The house had every th hing we could possibly need, all the way down to qtips in the bathrooms. Im very OCD and have a cleaning business and i tell you this place met my standards which are pretty high. The downstairs game room was awesome for the kids as well as myself. I haven't played Pack-man in over 40 yrs and it was so much fun. Im not as good at ping pong but still beat the little ones, lol. The Mickey room was a big hit for my grandson who informed me he was not coming home with us but was gonna live there forever with Mickey. Cant say enough about this place and the owners. Hoping to get back in the summer. Matt thanks again for mak im ng th his a wonderful holiday vacation my family will remember long after im gone! Annie
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

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