Familien- & haustierfreundlich, ruhiger Landurlaub. Wandern in der Nähe.

Escape the hustle of the city and unwind at this charming 1,000 sq. ft. cottage set on a 47-acre working farm. Featuring LVP flooring, abundant natural light, and a cozy open-concept layout, this 2-bedroom, 2-bath retreat is designed for peace, comfort, and family fun. The pool is only open May 15th-September 15th.

Highlights & Living Spaces
Open-Concept Layout: Seamless connection between the spacious living room and eat-in kitchen.

Living Room: Comfortable seating options—including a full-size sofa bed—plus a Smart TV loaded with streaming apps (Netflix, Hulu, Disney+).

Fully Equipped Kitchen: Outfitted with a full-size fridge, stove/oven, microwave, toaster, dishwasher, Keurig, standard drip coffee maker, pots, pans, dishes, and basic seasonings (salt, pepper, olive oil spray). Table seats 6. All taps feature clean, filtered well water.

In-Unit Laundry: Dedicated laundry closet with a stackable washer and dryer located in the hallway.

Bedrooms & Bathrooms
Master Bedroom: Queen bed, closet, Smart TV, and an ensuite bathroom with a walk-in shower, hairdryer, and plush towels.

Bedroom 1: Features a twin-over-twin bunk bed set plus a full-size bed, two nightstands, and a small dresser.

Hallway Bathroom: Full bathroom featuring a bathtub/shower combination, towels, washcloths, and a hairdryer.

Outdoor Living & Amenities
Private Backyard: Relax around the backyard fire pit with outdoor dining seating and table (s'more sticks provided in the kitchen!).

Firewood: Bring your own or purchase $10 bundles on-site (pre-order during booking or buy directly from our daughter).

Heated Pool & Playground (Open May 15 – Sept 15): Located just a short stroll around the hosts' residence. Enjoy a shared in-ground pool with a slide, pool house (shower, toilet, changing room), ping-pong table, lounge seating, and a kids' swing set with mountain views.

Note: Pool is shared with another rental on the property (6 ft. deep end). Adult supervision is required for children at all times.

Farm Life & Local Visitors: Take a stroll to visit the cows and our friendly farmer, Mr. Brian! You may also receive a visit from our friendly pups (Chico & Scarlett).

Services & Upgrades
Culinary Experience by Chef Abby: Enjoy custom sit-down meals, pre-packaged dishes, or grocery delivery. Details sent post-booking.

EV Charging: 240V dedicated outlet available next to the home ($20/night fee; bring your own charging cable).

Baby Gear: Pack ’n Play, high chair, and baby bathtub available upon request.

Parking: Driveway parking in front and in the rear of the house.

What We Provide & What to Bring
We Provide: All linens, pillows, blankets, bath towels, 2 rolls of toilet paper per bathroom, 1 roll of paper towels, master bath shampoo/conditioner, starter Keurig cups and creamer.

Please Bring: Napkins, and extra personal toiletries.

House Rules & Important Policies
We work hard to maintain a clean, peaceful retreat for all our guests. Please review our policies to avoid penalties:

No Parties or Unapproved Guests: Strict $1,000 fine and immediate eviction for unauthorized parties or gatherings. Visitors must be approved prior to arrival. Additional unlisted overnight guests are charged at $150/guest/night.

No Smoking: Smoking (cigarettes, marijuana, pipes, vaping) inside the home is strictly prohibited. Violators will face a minimum $250 fee. We provide a cigarette disposal container outside the front door.

Pet Policy (Dogs Only): Up to 2 dogs allowed (max 60 lbs total, unless approved). To keep cleaning fees manageable, pets must stay off all furniture and beds. An extra cleaning fee of $80/hour applies if excess pet hair is left behind. No cats allowed due to severe allergies.

Excessive Cleaning Fee: Please treat our home with respect. Messes requiring extra attention are billed at $80/hour.

Winter Travel Advisory: Driveway is steep and winding. While maintained, winter conditions may require 4WD/AWD vehicles.

Need Space for a Larger Group?
Traveling with extended family or a larger group? We also host a 3-bedroom, 2-bath rental on the property that sleeps up to 8 guests. View our sister listing on Vrbo to book both properties together! https://www.vrbo.com/3685048?dateless=true

Local Attractions & Area Guide
Places to Visit
The Lands at Hillside Farms: Visit local farm animals and enjoy fresh, delicious dairy.

Frances Slocum State Park (<10 mins away): Hiking and biking trails, a playground, and a scenic lake for non-motorized boating/kayaking.

Lackawanna State Park (~35 mins away): Features hiking, fishing, boating, picnicking, and swimming.

Ricketts Glen State Park (~50 mins away): Famous for its breathtaking waterfall hikes and lake beach area.

Winter Sports: Montage Mountain is 25 minutes away for skiing, snowboarding, and snow tubing. Other Pocono resorts are within an hour's drive.

Dining & Local Favorites
Local Favorites & Fine Dining: Agolino’s, Grico’s, Valenti’s, Kevin’s, Fire & Ice, Rikasa, Bravo Tex Mex, and Fuji (Pittston).

Pizza & Italian: Napoli’s, Antonio’s, Demuro’s Pizza, TC Reily’s, and Tomasino’s.

Grocery Stores (10–15 mins away)
Gerrity's Supermarket, Weis Markets, ALDI, and Walmart.