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Ski-In/Out, 2 Game Theaters, Teppanyaki Grill, 2 Masters, Hot Tub & Slope Views

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Immerse yourself in entertainment with our two larger-than-life theaters, featuring Fire TV Streaming, Cable TV, Nintendo Switch Dock, PlayStation 5, Xbox, Bluetooth Sound, and 7.1 Digital Sound.
Commercial Kitchen with 4' Teppanyako Griddle & TV in Cabinets. Dual Fridge & Freezer with plenty of storage!
GIANT HD game room theater with Amazon Fire Streaming, Xbox & PlayStation 5
Experience luxury in our villa with two master suites, each featuring a master bathroom with a walk-in shower, Jacuzzi tub, and stunning views of the ski mountain. Enjoy the ultimate relaxation with Bluetooth music and TV equipped with streaming services.
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

6 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 16376.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool

Explore the area

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Lackawaxen, PA
  • Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain
    1 min walk
  • Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational Area
    1 min walk
  • Upper Delaware River
    12 min drive
  • Monticello, NY (MSV-Sullivan County Intl.)
    64 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bunk Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

King Bedroom

1 King Bed

Master 1

1 King Bed

Master 2

1 King Bed

Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Twin Bedroom

2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

First Floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Half Bath

Toilet

Jack & Jill Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Master Bath 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining Area

About this property

Ski-In/Out, 2 Game Theaters, Teppanyaki Grill, 2 Masters, Hot Tub & Slope Views

**PLEASE READ THE PROPERTY DESCRIPTION BELOW AND BE SURE TO READ OUR RATES DISCLAIMER AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS DESCRIPTION** OUR GUESTS VACATIONS ARE SO IMPORTANT TO US AND WE HOPE YOU STAY WITH US!!!

Discounts available for 3 & 4 night bookings!
(applicable depending on season, please inquire within)

***We will provide $150 towards renter’s passes for access to Masthope Mountain Community amenities. Any additional costs are to be covered by guests. Passes are $12 per day, per pass. A maximum amount of 12 passes may be purchased per day, limiting visitors to the pool and lake to 12 each day.

Location: Poconos, Northeastern Mountains, Pennsylvania, USA (Slope-side next to lodge, pool, water slides etc on Ski-Big Bear Mountain).

Castle like, grand house (Built 2008 & Remodeled In 2016) with 2 theaters, 3 Jacuzz's, Sauna, Game Room, Play Station 3, X-Box, *There is a Nintendo Switch dock, but no console* Computer, Hi speed internet, designer furniture, ultra high-end surround sound, 25 speakers, 5 plasmas, Play Hi-Def Games, Movies and TV on the 14 feet drop-down TV/movie screen in living room and a 12' screen in the theater, 3 Jacuzzis, pool, Shuffle board table (replacement from bubble hockey), Pro Kitchen with 4' wide Tapan-Yaki griddle, just like in a Japanese steak house.
Closest home to the brand-new ski & pool lodge, which is adjacent to the tennis courts, swimming pool, country store, restaurant, bar, playground, basketball, tennis courts. There is also a community boating lake, beach, fitness center and equestrian center.

Twin master bedrooms, baths and showers have built in stereos.

A Very Special Estate: Welcome to Himmlischer Chateau (Heavenly Home), where the dream, group vacation experience comes together through the eyes of an award-winning developer and theme park designers. Himmlischer is more than a house – it is an entertainment venue purposely designed for groups of all ages. This may well be the nicest house for rent in the Poconos but why take our word for it, click the web site link at the bottom and read our customer reviews.

Location Details: Location
Himmlischer is located at the top of a private four season community complex, offering year round activities. The lodge, restaurant, bar, food market, pool, tiki bar, waterslides, tennis, basketball, volleyball, and bocci ball courts are right next to the house at the lodge. You won't get run over while teaching your kids how to ski here and you park just once and ski-in and out the whole week. There is also a fitness center, beach, horseback riding, fishing, boats and sport courts to use. A spa with indoor pool, golf, rafting, canoeing, paintball, Eagle Institute observation area, museums, miniature golf, go carts, batting cages antiquing and family fun park are all minutes away.

House Design: The center piece of the top floor is a commercial, Tapan-Yaki steak house kitchen and nicer furniture and cabinets than I have in my own home. Before drafting the house, we blueprinted the fun for every activity and part of our think-tank process was considering where adults and children of each age group would congregate. Adults savor the top floor most often and teenagers congregate in the game room. We put plasma TV’s and DVD players in 3 of the bedrooms so that parents can put cartoons on for toddlers.
The first floor was designed for families with the youngest children in mind. Since they are usually the first to wake up and go to the game room theater, everyone else above them can still get some sleep. We also recognized how hard it can be to get kids to eat when they are having fun, so we put an extra kitchen on this level and a card table.
Every conceivable thing that you will do here, we have done at other rentals and brainstormed about making it better.

***RATES DISCLAIMER*** BEFORE YOU SUBMIT A RESERVATION REQUEST PLEASE REVIEW OUR LAST PHOTO IN OUR PHOTO ALBUM FOR ACTUAL RATES TO CONFIRM. PLEASE NOTE THAT OUR RATES ARE NOT 100% COMPATIBLE WITH HOMEAWAYS RATE ESTIMATING SYSTEM. IF YOU SUBMIT REQUEST TO BOOK IT DOES NOT MEAN THAT YOUR RESERVATION IS CONFIRMED. SOMETIMES THE RATES ARE LOWER THAT WHAT HOMEAWAY CALCULATES AND SOMETIMES THE RATES ARE HIGHER SOMETIMES DEPENDING ON THE STAY, WE ARE OFFERING DISCOUNTS SO PLEASE INQUIRE WITHIN FOR ACTUAL RATES. WE DO OUR BEST TO KEEP OUR RATES CLOSE TO ACCURATE BUT DO NOT MAINTAIN CALENDAR RATES MANY YEARS INTO THE FUTURE AND WE ALSO OFFER DISCOUNTS AND VARIABLE RATES BASED ON THE NUMBER OF NIGHTS TAKEN WHICH HOMEAWAY CAN NOT ACCOMODATE FOR IN THEIR QUOTING SYSTEM*** PLEASE LOOK AT THE LAST PHOTO IN OUR LISTING TO CONFIRM RATES AND IF YOU HAVE A QUESTION -- PLEASE INQUIRE WITHIN BEFORE SUBMITTING A RESERVATION REQUEST THAT IF INCORRECT, WILL BE MODIFIED TO REFLECT ACCURATE PRICING.

Property manager

Owner

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guest is required to sign Renter Agreement. Security deposit required of up to $800
Minimum age to rent is 28 years old
No smoking/ No parties or events/Pets allowed (2 pet max). Additional pet fees will apply.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lackawaxen

Located in Lackawaxen, this holiday home is near theme parks and in the mountains. Roebling Aqueduct Suspension Bridge and Minisink Battlefield County Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Lake Wallenpaupack and Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain. Travelling with kids? Consider Soarin Eagle Rail Tours and Carousel Water and Fun Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Lackawaxen, PA

What's nearby

  • Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain - 1 min walk
  • Upper Delaware River - 12 min drive
  • Fawn Lake - 13 min drive
  • Lake Wallenpaupack - 31 min drive
  • Bethel Woods Center For The Arts - 51 min drive

Getting around

  • Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪White Owl Tavern & Restaurant - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Three Hammers Winery - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Cedar Rapids Kayak & Canoe - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Laundrette - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪The Tiki Bar At Masthope Mountain Community - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Ski-In/Out, 2 Game Theaters, Teppanyaki Grill, 2 Masters, Hot Tub & Slope Views have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Ski-In/Out, 2 Game Theaters, Teppanyaki Grill, 2 Masters, Hot Tub & Slope Views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Ski-In/Out, 2 Game Theaters, Teppanyaki Grill, 2 Masters, Hot Tub & Slope Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ski-In/Out, 2 Game Theaters, Teppanyaki Grill, 2 Masters, Hot Tub & Slope Views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ski-In/Out, 2 Game Theaters, Teppanyaki Grill, 2 Masters, Hot Tub & Slope Views located?

Located in the mountains, this ski-in/ski-out holiday home in Lackawaxen is within a 5-minute walk of Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain and Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational Area, and is convenient for winter sports, such as cross-country skiing and sledging. Upper Delaware River and Fawn Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dennis M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas Ski Trip
Property is as advertised; Perfect for 8 adults and 4 kids Ages 6 mos to 5 yrs old. Property manager was very attentive with thoughtful posted FAQ's and house manual. Sufficiently equipped and close to mountain activities even when insufficient snow for ski-in ski-out. Kitchen is well equipped to cook every night with a full crew. We were able to locate a baby rental company to bring some cribs in which easily fit into the two bedrooms across from the two master bedrooms. Look forward to our next visit. Ski mountain is very young family friendly with plenty of beginner areas. This was a warm and rainy (mostly misty) Christmas and the ski mountain teams made the most out of constantly deteriorating conditions to enable keeping the mountain open the entire time - not an easy task without mother nature accommodating with colder temps to make snow..
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dom jr C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
My family and I had THE ABSOLUTE BEST TIME in this home. Between the cooking and relaxing in the hot, to also playing games and movie night. This house was hands down breathtaking. Thank you from the Capomolla family
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dominic L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay, relaxing in a great home.
Great home. Very Clean, all amenities you can imagine. Our family had such a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Fun & Relaxation
The property is everything it says it is… and more! The house is beautiful and well laid out to give us both a place to gather together (9 of us) and spaces to spend time alone/as couples, if needed. The check in process and communication of the homeowners was easy and accurate. It is in a community setting that requires day passes for the amenities nearby and in my option are well worth it! You can walk to the main lodge area through the back yard (in the summer). The pool and the pond (more like a lake) with a beach were both close day trips that made everyone happy. We made almost all our meals in the amazing kitchen but there are restaurants nearby if that’s more your style. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ralph A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful House in a Beautiful Location
We booked the chateau for my parter's 50th birthday and spent the weekend with a group of friends. The property rep was very responsive and made the rental process easy. The property itself was beautiful and everyone was impressed by the space, the location, and the thoughtfulness of how everything was laid out. We will definitely be renting this space in the future for more group getaways!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Accurate
The pictures on the website is exactly how the place looks. The only I think they should mention, it has 3 levels with the kitchen at the top. A very beautiful place
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
3 Generation Christmas
The property was as expected. Nice bedrooms, although double bunks in the two single rooms would be better than the futon and air mattress offerings. Also the queen bed caves in the middle and really needs to be another King. The bathrooms in the masters are a bit odd in that there is no door between the bedroom door and the shower so if you hop out of the shower and someone walks in the bedroom….The theater sound also needed adjustment as the surround sounds needed to be deafening in order to hear the dialogue. I’d also like another dining table option as it sleeps 14 but only has 8 dining chairs. But overall it is a nice house with nice views and is on the slope. It made for a great Christmas!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Josephine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Special place
I travel with my family every year, we try to find special places to gather and this definitely makes it for us. The living room and game room are ideal for watching movies or playing, which means a lot if you travel with children. I think we found a special one here.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
More than expected
The house has way more bells and whistles than I though. The family had a great time and kids loved the theater.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bob C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Built for a group
This place is built for a group to bond and enjoy each other in a wonderful setting.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracey K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible house!
This place is great for a girls getaway. We had a blast sitting on the porch, enjoying the hot tub and enjoying wine with old friends! The house has multiple master bedrooms so we all had a nice space to unplug and relax. The house was clean and well stocked. We loved the mountain store that had groceries, a great deli and made to order sandwiches for pick up. The teppanyaki griddle is really unique and it was fun to sit around the griddle and cook while we talked. I’d like to bring my family back next time to enjoy with my kids!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Whitney L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just WOW
My family and I visited Himmlischer Chateau this past week. We had a great time. We enjoyed the home and all the amenities the community offered. My three kids had a blast! My video game obsessed son loved the game room and putting his Nintendo Switch on the Big Screen. My daughter and I had fun baking in the kitchen and making memories, while enjoying the view of the mountain. We also taught our youngest son to ski on the mountain, which has a great hill for beginners. We found the home to be very clean, and loved all the white linens, and fresh white duvet covers on each bed. The local property managers live in the community and we’re so accommodating. We will be back next season for sure!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shondell R., Philadelphia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Great property, very clean and relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Puck A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Property!
Really enjoyed the property! The perfect mix of communal and personal space for large groups. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

Steve H., Neptune City

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in
Ok stay. Should be better for this price point.
I will start out by saying it was good to get to the mountain to disconnect and relax for a reset. Now I will get to the rundown of the property. When we pulled up and saw the outside we all were like "Oh no...what did we do!!???". We got in and looked around and at quick glance we were like this is awesome. The good points are it was quiet, the deer were everywhere and wild turkeys walking through as well. Kitchen, dining room and living room area was large and spacious. The big screen TVs and pool table awesome. Now let's get to what was not good. Hair in the shower, sticky residue on the kitchen chairs and floor. Food residue on dishes and pots and pans. The cushions on the dining room chairs felt like you were sitting on a toilet seat We also experienced broken windows, blinds and furniture as well as missing window screens. The AC/Heating vents were filthy in the living room and dining room area. Cobwebs were prevalent in the windows as well. The beds were noisey everytime you rolled over and the walls and floors are soooo paper thin you fell like you are part of the conversation in the other room and on the other floor. The close proximity to the ski lift is cool but off season you are looking at maintenance equipment. Whatever you do, make sure you have everything you need from the store when get there because running to any sizeable store like Walmart is a 1 hour travel ordeal roundtrip not counting time spent shopping. Thank God for our Instacart delivery person on one day that we were not feeling the drive. Oh..and we had to do some cleaning before we checked out which is odd. Not sure who is in charge of maintenance but the owner should get his money back from whoever he hired. If it is the owner maintaining this place he needs help or some training. The booking process and tons of forms to sign is way over the type for this property. I signed less paperwork to stay in a way better property in Kauai. I can honestly say this is a one and done for me and my family.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer escape to the Poconos.
Grandparents set out to find a place to gather kids and grandkids. Priority was to find a place that our grandchildren ages 11 to 4 months would enjoy, be unique, and would accommodate us all but not make us feel cramped and would provide us with a respite from the August heat. This property provided all of that. While we did not take advantage of the hot tub or the hibachi grill, the older kids could be on the lower floor streaming their favorite movies, the younger ones watching their preferences on a different level and the adults enjoying a quiet moment on the porch. The nearby community pool was great for a full day of swimming, eating, snacking and cocktails. A quick drive gets you to the Masthope beach that was great for a cool change. Thirty minutes away there are great opportunities for boating on Lake Wallenpaupack.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Harry K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Big Bear Ski
The house was beautiful. Lighting in the top floor living room and kitchen left a lot to be desired. Half the light bulbs were out (high hats not reachable to replace). The water pressure in the kitchen sink also left a lot to be desired. Trying to dispose of our accumulative garbage was extremely difficult - because of the weather I'm sure. The disposal area and office were closed, but an employee was nice enough to let us get rid of it. The entertainment areas were very, very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dave D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Himmlisher Ski housr
We had 2 and a half families. It was a great time very spacious and a lot of things to do in house when not skiing . The ski in ski out was awesome. Can go to slopes and back to house was convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

STACIE F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house
Location was perfect. Great bedrooms and bathrooms. Huge kitchen. Beautiful view. Great for large groups. Perfect perfect ski on ski off location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nadine V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
Beautiful house! Definitely plenty of space. Very luxurious. We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

dawn d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house
Beautiful house
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Terrie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Pocono family getaway
We did a mini family vacation in mid-October at Himmlischer Chateau and the place was everything we hoped for. Only issue was on Thursday and Friday due to the unseasonably warm October weather we had hoped to put the air conditioner on particularly for the top floor but it was not working right. We did call for maintenance as instructed and someone was sent over right away. While he couldn't get it fixed right away, the weather cooled down and it was no longer an issue. All and all it was a very relaxing weekend and very enjoyable and we definitely would consider staying here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tyler L., Philadelphia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to get away
We had a group of 12 adults and we honestly had a great experience. The home was well appointed for 12, and anything not provided by the home was clearly spelled out. The house has a great media setup. We used the upstairs media for competitive Oculus VR games and could wirelessly stream to the projector. It was a lot of fun. The commercial grill does take some extra maintenance, but it was fun to use for a big pancake breakfast. The property has a giant fridge and freezer, and a second smaller fridge that was perfect for beverages. We didn’t even use the community amenities at Masthope because we really didn’t have a reason to leave the house. The main king size beds where great.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gregory W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
GREAT PLACE TO STAY
Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
On balance, a good experience
The Chateau was everything it was advertised to be (except that the bubble hockey game has been replaced by a shuffleboard table). The LARGE projection TV was great for movies and the Olympics, and the games and big screen on the lower level provided plenty of entertainment for the younger set although the pool table needs to be leveled and the pockets are in disrepair. There’s lots to do in the area, including all the activities at Masthope (swimming pool, mini golf, basketball, tennis, cornhole, skiing in season), Lake Masthope, plus hiking, horseback riding within thirty minutes. On the down side, unless you’re really into using the large professional griddle in the kitchen, it’s more bother than useful. Daily oiling is a must, whether you use it or not, unless you want to spend an hour scrubbing it at the end of your stay. The house is great for young, mobile people, but the stairs are steeper than the average house so it is not accessible to elderly or handicapped individuals.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

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