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Poconos Family & Pets Retreat, Arcade & Fireplace

Family-friendly stay with outdoor pool in Lake Ariel

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A resort with a swimming pool, beach area, and a view of a lake.
A sandy beach with a lifeguard chair, a clear blue sky, and a calm lake surrounded by trees.
A modern living room with a fireplace, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a large window with curtains.
A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by trees and a gravel driveway.
A lakeside park with picnic tables, benches, and a walking path.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire chalet

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 11195 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Hamlin, PA
  • Place, Roaming Woods Lake
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Claws 'N' Paws Wild Animal Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Wallenpaupack
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

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About the area

Lake Ariel

On lake.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Lake Ariel chalet, you'll find Roaming Woods Lake and Claws 'N' Paws Wild Animal Park. Also, Brooks Lake is within 3 miles (5 km) and Lake Ariel is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Roaming Woods Lake - 1 min drive - 0.7 km
  • Claws 'N' Paws Wild Animal Park - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Lake Wallenpaupack - 10 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Kalahari - 48 min drive - 52.5 km
  • Camelback Ski Area - 56 min drive - 64.1 km

Getting around

  • Wilkes-Barre Scranton Intl. Airport (AVP) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hideout Clubhouse - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪John's Italian Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hideout Ski Hill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lori's Corner Kitchen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪IHOP - ‬13 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.

Poconos Family & Pets Retreat, Arcade & Fireplace

Welcome to Lake Ariel Cottage, a spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bath getaway located in The Hideout in Lake Ariel, PA. With room for up to 11 guests, this inviting home offers plenty of space for families and groups to relax, reconnect, and enjoy a Poconos escape.

The bright, open-concept main living area features soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, comfortable seating, and a cozy fireplace. The well-equipped kitchen opens to a large dining area, making meals and time together easy. Step outside onto the spacious deck to enjoy the peaceful wooded surroundings, outdoor dining, and grilling.

When it’s time for some fun, head to the game room, where guests can enjoy foosball, basketball, TV, and plenty of space to hang out. An additional loft sitting area provides another comfortable spot to unwind.

With 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, multiple gathering spaces, a game room, fireplace, and outdoor deck, Lake Ariel Cottage offers the space and amenities you need for a relaxing getaway in The Hideout—whether you’re visiting for summer fun, fall foliage, ski season, or a quiet weekend in the mountains.

****Please Note: This home is located in a secured, gated, private community. You will need to fill out a rental application that will be sent to you by our property manager. This will need to be completed and signed, (to include the names, ages, addresses and relationships to you for all of your guests) for entrance into the community. This will need to be completed within 72 hours of your arrival or the community will assess a $100 late fee that you will be responsible for. You may not exceed the max amount of people allowed and there are no more than 5 cars allowed in the driveway. No other guests can visit the lot while you are there. Items provided in the home to include games, appliances etc. are subject to change without notice.****

Local areas include:

Axe throwing 4m, Paws & Claws (zoo) 5m; Lake Wallenpaupack 10m; Hawley 10m; Honesdale 15m; two major ski areas 30 min; Crossings Premium Outlets 30 min. The house is under an hour away from local ski resorts - Camelback, Big Boulder, Elk Mountain, Montage and Jack Frost.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the chalet: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

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.
  • 20 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Table tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 2,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Poconos Family & Pets Retreat, Arcade & Fireplace to the airport?

This chalet is 28.6 mi (38-min drive) away from the Wilkes-Barre Scranton Intl. Airport (AVP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Poconos Family & Pets Retreat, Arcade & Fireplace have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this chalet.

How close is Poconos Family & Pets Retreat, Arcade & Fireplace to the beach?

This chalet is 5.5 mi (13-min drive) from Deer Beach and 9.4 mi (14-min drive) from Gravel Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Poconos Family & Pets Retreat, Arcade & Fireplace offer free breakfast?

This chalet does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Poconos Family & Pets Retreat, Arcade & Fireplace?

No, there is no casino at this chalet.

What time is check-in at Poconos Family & Pets Retreat, Arcade & Fireplace?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Poconos Family & Pets Retreat, Arcade & Fireplace?

Free parking is not available at this chalet.

Does Poconos Family & Pets Retreat, Arcade & Fireplace have a pool?

This chalet features an outdoor pool.

Does Poconos Family & Pets Retreat, Arcade & Fireplace have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this chalet.

How close is Poconos Family & Pets Retreat, Arcade & Fireplace to downtown Lake Ariel?

This chalet is 3.1 mi away from Lake Ariel.

Poconos Family & Pets Retreat, Arcade & Fireplace Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice place to getaway

Nice place to getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

The home was absolutely gorgeous… Couple of things that should have been taken care of like the grill being dirty and lots of dead insects in the home. Overall this was a great stay I will definitely be coming back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was wonderful! From the booking process to check out- it was a breeze! They answer so quickly, are happy to help and the communication was super easy and quick. Everything looks like the photos the sheets, beds and bathrooms were very clean. They leave you bathroom amenities, provide starter paper towels, sponge dish soap etc and toilet tissue. The cleaning people left a lovely snores basket that was such a nice touch and sweet surprise! We will definitely be booking again. Also- For a pet friendly home it didn’t smell and there were no signs of fur. In fact I have allergies to pets that shed and I was fine the whole stay! My dogs were very comfortable too! Thanks for a memorable stay and for your wonderful hospitality!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend at The Hideout

We loved our cute little cottage in the woods. It was perfect for us and our family staying with us. The host even included baby items for my 1 year old nephew. The house had plenty of room for the 5 adults and 4 kids and we enjoyed grilling and just enjoying family time together.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great House in The Hideout

Great House and lots to do in the Hideout. Only negative is terrible wifi. Constantly lost the connection every day.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home is lovely. Very suitable for my family of eight. Beds were comfortable. House was very clean and kitchen was well equipped. Location was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
beds were very comfortable, family areas were spacious and welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026