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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

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Drums, PA
  • Honey Hole Winery
    8 min drive
  • Eckley Miners' Village
    23 min drive
  • Nescopeck State Park
    27 min drive
  • Hazleton, PA (HZL-Hazleton Municipal)
    14 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

2nd floor

1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Futon

Basement bunk room

2 Single Bunk Beds

First floor left

1 Queen Bed

First floor right

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

1st floor bath

Toilet · Shower only

2nd floor bath

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Basement bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Cozy mountainside retreat with lake access to recharge or relax! Kayaks, canoes

Private Pocono area home with lake access. Please note, this property is located about 20 minutes west of Lake Harmony, on a larger, private 130 acre lake named 'Lake of the Four Seasons' which is in the community called 'Beech Mountain Lake'. It is an electric motor only lake. Easy access off I-80 / Mt. Top exit (just east of the I-81/I-80 junction). Enjoy a beautiful 160 acre lake on the western edge of the Pocono region. Escape the commercialism and crowds of other Pocono area lakes. Beech Mountain Lake is a private gated community with it's own freshwater lake.

Kalahari Indoor Waterpark and Great Wolf Lodge are both about a 45 minute drive to the east, and Knoebel's Amusement Park and Campground is about an hour drive to the west. Miniature golf, driving range, and 18 hole golf course (Edgewater Golf Course) are 2 minutes from the entrance of the community. Sand Springs is another well known course which is about 5 miles from Beech Mountain Lakes.

Mohegan Sun Casino is 30 minutes north on I-81.

From May through October, enjoy kayaking, canoeing, and paddleboarding. We have 3 canoes, 3 kayaks and a stand-up paddleboard (the paddleboard is only to be used by adults or supervised children) to use. The lake, once used by the PA Fish Commission for spawning fish, is an electric only-motor lake. Excellent fishing for Large-mouth Bass, Perch, Pickerel, and even trout (the lake is stocked with Golden, Rainbow and Brown trout in spring for kids fishing derby). Enjoy spectacular mountain views and clear blue skies while boating on the lake. Lake is also excellent for swimming. Our community private beach is great for kids to swim and play in the sand, and it is free to use for all guests! Whitewater rafting and biking on the 'Rails to Trails' at Lehigh Gorge State Park (20 minutes away).

Enjoy hiking trails and cross country ski trails at Nescopeck State Park, just a couple miles down the road.

The home has a quiet path down to the lake's edge where you can launch canoes and kayaks, or just sit and enjoy the quiet and the scenery. Property borders a forested green area on the right, giving exceptional privacy. Virtually all the activities you can imagine that you could do outdoors in Pennsylvania, you can do here. Restaurants, shopping, attractions are minutes away.

The house has a beautiful open 2-story living room, with lots of windows for natural light, that also opens to an inviting screened-in porch which is perfect for morning reflections (and coffee!) and evening conversations. There is also a gas grill outside of the screened-in porch.

The lower level has a combination pool table/air hockey table, along with ping-pong. Two flat-screen smart TV's are in the home, along with a Blu-Ray player and WiFi. Plenty of board games area also at your disposal.

The upper level has a bedroom with a queen bed and a twin bed with a pull-out trundle bed. This bedroom has it's own bathroom. The loft has a queen-sized futon which quickly converts to a bed.

The main level has two bedrooms, each with a queen bed. There is a full bathroom on this level.

The lower level has a bedroom with two sets of bunk beds, perfect for the kids (top bunks suitable ONLY for small children). There is also a full bathroom on this level as well.

The dining area has a wonderful table that seats 10, perfect for family meals or game night.

The community clubhouse also has outdoor tennis courts, beach volleyball, bocce, shuffleboard, kids playground, game room and it's own private swimming beach. It has a restaurant with outside deck dining. You are permitted to use these facilities with payment of service/usage fee.

This is not a party house. No loud music or excessive partying. This is a family neighborhood. Must be quiet after 9:00 PM. No fireworks. Violation will result in eviction without refund.

Please note that we do not have a house phone. However, we have Wi-Fi and most cell phones do get a good signal from our house.

The house does not have air conditioning, but being nestled in the trees and along the lake, a wonderful breeze blows through, keeping the house cool. There are also ceiling fans in every bedroom.

Also, we do NOT provide linens or bath/beach towels, so please plan accordingly There is a linen service that you can use, Pocono Linens, and you can arrange a drop-off and pick-up of whatever you need. Their number is 1-888-834-0362.

There are outdoor security cameras on the property.

Property manager

Bill Downs
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Lower-level woodburning stove not available to renters.
2-night minimum stay. No exceptions.
One-week notice for reservation is required.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Drums

Located in Drums, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a lake. Church Hill Mall and Laurel Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lehigh Gorge State Park and Freedom Park.
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Drums, PA

What's nearby

  • Eckley Miners' Village - 23 min drive
  • Hickory Run State Park - 25 min drive
  • Nescopeck State Park - 27 min drive
  • Mohegan Sun Arena - 31 min drive
  • Jack Frost Mountain Resort - 35 min drive

Getting around

  • Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Breakfast World Family Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Freeland Diner - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Vesuvio's Pizzeria & Ristorante - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy mountainside retreat with lake access to recharge or relax! Kayaks, canoes pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy mountainside retreat with lake access to recharge or relax! Kayaks, canoes?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy mountainside retreat with lake access to recharge or relax! Kayaks, canoes?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy mountainside retreat with lake access to recharge or relax! Kayaks, canoes located?

This family-friendly Drums holiday home is located on a lake, 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Honey Hole Winery, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Freedom Park and Butler Township Community Park. Church Hill Mall and Laurel Mall are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

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10/10

Location

10/10

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lauri K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake side beauty
Wonderful property for a family get together
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for a golf trip
Booked a golf trip for a group of 12. We all enjoyed staying here. My only regret was not booking an extra day to experience some of the amenities and get on the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A true oasis in the woods of PA
We chose to stay at this property because we have family that we were visiting that lives nearby, and I’m so thankful we did. This property was perfect for our family - it had just the right amount of space. There were so many games and activities in the basement that kept us all (especially my five year old son) entertained. Our favorite part of this house was the screened in porch, which was where we spent the bulk of our time soaking up lake views, even when it was rainy. The property was also very clean and our host Bill was very responsive throughout the process. We are already planning on coming back - next time for a longer stay 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wooded Lakehome Paradise
I stayed with my three children and family at this lakeside dream home this August and found the home cozy, clean, and exactly as expected. There’s ample room around the dinner table for larger gatherings, and the kayaks and life preservers allowed for the perfect outings along the pristine, peaceful lake community. 4.5 stars if considering that there is no air conditioning and we stayed at a hotter time.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fran G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely weekend
We spent the weekend in this well-appointed home in a great location. Lovely view of the lake from the screened in deck, and a short stroll to the water’s edge. The host was extremely communicative and helpful and we had everything we needed for a perfect stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dooley F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Lake House
We absolutely love this Lake House and Bill is one of the nicest homeowners we have had the pleasure to rent from!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

La’Kitra L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girlfriend getaway
Stayed at this property for a weekend with friends. Property is exactly as described, it’s a beautiful clean, spacious home with all things you would enjoy in your own home. There’s really no need to leave which we did not. The communication prior to arrival was quick and responsive. A couple of friends said they wanted to look into booking for their own families, we enjoyed it that much. Would definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Presidents Day Weekend
We had a wonderful weekend at the Downs house on the lake! Bill was always avail for questions and provided us with up to date info. It snowed so we had a beautiful backdrop for the lake house and the kids loved the sledding hill. The house was beautiful, so warm and inviting and had everything you needed to enjoy your stay, We would love to come back in the summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great New Years Getaway!
We just finished our fantastic New Years getaway here and loved every minute of it! The house is beautifully set up with enough space for all enjoy their time. The kids loved the basement with their own TV set up and hours of game playing on the ping pong and pool tables! The pictures don't do the house enough justice of how nice it really is! Everything is updated and the host was amazing with having it stocked with all the little things you could use. Any questions for the host were answered immediately and the whole process was super easy. Would love going back in the summer time to enjoy the lake activities and sunsets on the screened in porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Lakehouse Vacation
Everything was perfect!! We had an amazing last minute vacation due to the kindness of the owners!! Thank you so much!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Li X.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House for vacation
This is our second stay in this house. We had a great time staying at Bill's place again. House was clean with all essentials in order. Great lower level for kids/teens, with table tennis, air hockey, pool and foosball table. Definitely recommend the place if you are planning a trip to Pennsylvania for skiing or the lake life. The community center also has swimming pool and indoor basketball and squash ball you can play. Perfect house for multiple families together
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela S., Loxahatchee, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing & Comfortable Getaway
We really felt at home. The home was nicely decorated, spacious and clean. My kids loved the basement games and kept them busy. Really wish we could have stayed longer to take advantage of the pool in the clubhouse and rent a pontoon boat. The home has no AC but that wasn't an issue when we were there because it was cool outside. We would highly recommend this home. Thank you Bill for sharing your beautiful home with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfectly lovely home for all ages.
Perfectly lovely home! Only a few steps into house for elderly mom. 2 comfy Beds and 1 bath on main level. Walk in showers no tubs. Yay. Lots of room upstairs and down when other family joined. Mostly enjoyed sitting on porch. Great place for the active young if you have then. Something for everyone.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Place, Fantastic Owners
The owners have done a great job upgrading this lake house and it showed. The entire family had such a great time that we have decided not to look for another place next year, and book as early as we can!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend this location
We couldn’t have been happier with our stay, the house was super clean and laid out well. The view from the screened in porch was very relaxing and the lake was perfect for the kids. The home owners are very nice and respond quickly to questions. Would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
This beautiful property had everything we needed for a fun weekend on the lake. We had so much fun kayaking, canoeing, and paddle boarding. Such easy access to the lake. Both the kids and adults also enjoyed the foosball table and air hockey table. We were able to easily keep the kids entertained in doors when we weren't adventuring outdoors. The kitchen was also well stocked. They even had a griddle which made breakfast so much easier. And a huge table that easily fit all of us. The house was clean and well maintained. My only complaint would be the heat the first half of our stay due to it being humid and in the 90s. The house would not cool off. However, the 80 degree days were beautiful and the house stayed cool enough without AC. This didn't effect my rating because we knew ahead of time there was no AC. It was unfortunately we came during a heat wave the first few days, otherwise the house stays cool enough without AC. We would definitely stay here again. Even with the heat it was an amazing stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

John F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain Retreat
This was our 3rd year renting this beautiful mountain home from The Downs’ The home is beautifully decorated enhancing the whole mountain vibe. We love having lake access with kayaks and canoes available for use. The grandkids loved having the game room to play in during down time. This truly is an awesome home to rent for enjoying some outdoor adventures!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy Y., Farmington

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic Family Retreat
This retreat in the Poconos is the ideal spot for a multi-generational getaway! We chose the location as a midway point between DC and Central NY for the eight of us and were pleasantly surprised by the space and amenities. The spacious kitchen has room enough for the whole crew to help with breakfast prep. We were spoiled by the secluded waterfront, ample canoes, and the fire pit and our grandson made a game of finding all the hidden bears in the decor. Thanks Bill for all your help in booking and allowing us to add a day. The kids are already asking when we can go back! With great appreciation, the Yochum family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris D., Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Home
Our group stayed here for a local wedding. House was very clean and very well stocked. We all really enjoyed staying here. Communication with the host was easy and he responded very quickly. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Theresa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with great view of the lake.
We enjoyed our stay! It was relaxing and peaceful! We had a great time kayaking on the lake!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Thelma B., Lancaster, PA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay!
We loved our time at this cabin! It is beautifully decorated, clean, and so warm and welcoming. We cooked all of our meals and found the kitchen to be well stocked with everything we needed. There was plenty of room for our family of 9. Loved playing games, spending time around the firepit, and sitting on the screened-in porch watching the deer. We especially enjoyed the kayaks and paddleboard on the lake. Was such a relaxing weekend, wish we had stayed longer! Communication with the owner was great and everything was smooth and easy. We would highly recommend and would love to return again someday.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Diana L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First family vacation
We had family visit us from Texas and were anxious for our trip. This is a beautiful home with so many amenities. We had such a great time and can’t wait to plan our next visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

John F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beech Mountain Lakes Family Getaway
This was our 2nd time staying at this property. It is absolutely beautifully decorated and very clean. We love having lake access with kayaks, canoes, and a paddle board at our disposal. The kids enjoyed having the game room to play in too! We love staying here and felt at home during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful week at the lake!
This house is homey, but roomy. It was perfect for our party of 9 (2 families). The teenagers enjoyed the basement as their own, and the screen deck out back is perfect for reading with coffee in the morning and drinks in the evening. All the amenities were enjoyed, especially ping pong, the kayaks and paddle board, and we took in the local activities like river rafting, hiking, and golf. Beautiful, well-kept home with signs and instructions for everything. It was so much fun.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emma C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay!
We very much enjoyed our stay. The location and water access was great! Especially with having young children along. The house was beautiful and there was just enough room for all 9 of us. We would highly recommend staying at this home and plan to hopefully stay again.

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