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Large Chalet in the Hideout Gated Community

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473 Oakwood Court
Gather in our large & bright living room!
Watch TV or read a book in our spacious living room.
Make a family dinner in our fully equipped kitchen.
An open floor plan with plenty of space for the whole family.

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 13325.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Hamlin, PA
  • Claws 'N' Paws Wild Animal Park
    5 min drive
  • Brooks Lake
    6 min drive
  • Lake Wallenpaupack
    8 min drive
  • Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.)
    38 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Large Chalet in the Hideout Gated Community

The house has 5 bdrms. on three levels. 3rd Floor- Master Bdm. with King size bed, and one bedroom with two twins, and one large master bathroom. The Main Floor has 2 bedrooms. One has a queen size bed and other has bunk beds and one full size bed. One full bath on that floor. First Floor has one bedroom with queen size bed, one full bath, a full size pull out couch and a deck.
The house has 26 foot ceilings on the main level with a gas fireplace. There are also a combo Heat/AC units on the main level lower level and in of the 4 bedrooms. The kitchen is open concept equipped with everything you need to make your own meals if you desire. Off of the living area on the main level is a comfy sunroom great for relaxing. There is free wifi and a wii game console for your convenience.
The lower level of the house has two large areas - for relaxing, watching TV and playing games which include darts, foosball, and ping pong. There are three decks at the house, a gas grill and outdoor table and chairs.
The Hideout is a four star gated community and has many amenities - Two pools, two areas to enjoy the large lake ( the one in walking distance to our home) a 9 hole golf course, 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 and a ski hill with a chair lift, tubing and lessons and rentals available. There is outdoor dining and a tiki bar at the main lodge.

Property manager

John Kratzer

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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
We love renting our home to families!

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking on any of the outside decks is allowed.
Linens - If you choose to use our linens for the beds they must be washed & returned prior to checkout. Dish towels & hand towels must be washed too.
Bath and Beach Towels are supplied by the renter. IMPORTANT: There are no bath or beach towels for guests only hand and dish towels available.
6 cars maximum per rental

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lake Ariel

Lake Ariel is home to this chalet. Lake Wallenpaupack and Sterling Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Claws 'N' Paws Wild Animal Park and Soarin Eagle Rail Tours. Travelling with kids? Consider Costa's Family Fun Park, or check out an event or a game at Harmony Presents. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
Map
Hamlin, PA

What's nearby

  • Claws 'N' Paws Wild Animal Park - 5 min drive
  • Brooks Lake - 6 min drive
  • Lake Wallenpaupack - 8 min drive
  • Sculpted Ice Works Factory and Ice Harvest Museum - 9 min drive
  • Blueberry Lake - 16 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Wallenpaupack Lake Estates - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪IHOP - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Spooners Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Jam Room Brewing Company - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Large Chalet in the Hideout Gated Community have a pool?

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

Is Large Chalet in the Hideout Gated Community pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Large Chalet in the Hideout Gated Community?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Large Chalet in the Hideout Gated Community?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Large Chalet in the Hideout Gated Community located?

This family-friendly Lake Ariel chalet is within 3 mi (5 km) of Claws 'N' Paws Wild Animal Park and Brooks Lake. Deer Beach and Lake Wallenpaupack are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

George S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superb vacation home
Beautiful location. Super nice host with great communication and very responsive. So many amenities. Lots of streaming options. Lots of useful cookware, utensils and other kitchenware. Saw some young deer and a flock/rafter of turkeys. We definitely hope to go back sometime.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family getaway
The Chalet was perfect for our family getaway. We had family from all over, so we needed plenty of rooms and parking. Everything was perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home. Great location
Beautiful home and property. Close to beach on lake and pool . in community. activities outside community: Steamtown for trains, Lackawana coal mine tour, Pedal railroad tour through Poconos. Responsive and consciousness owner.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Annual family vacation!!
This is the second time we stayed here at John’s house at the Hideout and once again, it did not disappoint. The house is well stocked, clean and comfortable, with many amenities for all ages to enjoy. The weather did not completely co-operate but the space to spread out, on all three floors, the games, and the nearby activities made it a wonderful week. Some of us went to Paws and Claws, some to the art center to paint ceramics, lots of playing ping pong downstairs, hiking, and working on a 1500 piece jigsaw puzzle filled the time, and the last beautiful day at the pool and lake was perfect. John is a considerate and attentive host and was so easy to work with. Take a short ride to Kim and Andrew’s farm stand down the road for the most delicious corn, produce and jams and jellies. It was a great week, thanks John!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Virginia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
vacation
John home is awesome. we were sitting at his dinning room table, we seen 2 small black bears playing in the neighbors yard. We also had a very nice relaxing vacation. The Sites
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation at the Hideout
We have rented this property for a week for several years in a row. Each year, it meets and exceeds our expectations for our family vacation. Some of us like to go fishing and the lakes provide a lot of opportunities to fish. Others enjoy the beach and the pool. Both of these activities are within minutes of the house. The home is well kept and clean. The kitchen is well stocked with necessary utensils, etc. The kids enjoy the ping pong table and other children's toys in the basement. The owner is very responsive to communication. The Hideout offers many activities for your vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great Poconos vacation!
This was our second stay at John’s place. House is large enough for our group of 13, which included 9 kids. Basement was the perfect hang out for all of them. House was clean, well stocked. Great location not far from lake and pool. John checked in with us a few times to make sure we were ok and not in need of anything. Highly recommend this house if you are looking for a large group of people. We hope to return in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Returning guests
We had a great vacation at this beautiful home. Plenty of room!! And Jack was more than awesome 👏 thank you 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Getaway
Spacious, comfortable, well equipped house with wrap around deck. Plenty of parking. Close to Lake Ariel. Golf and pools available. Attentative, friendly host - John Kratzer. Wonderful time with friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience.
We spent a wonderful weekend in Hamlin. The property is great for a large family. It is supplied with everything, all you need for kitchen, lots of toys for kids of all ages. We were able to create wonderful memories. The host is great, he always was there if we needed anything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family get together
We were together with extended family. The house is lovely! We were back and forth to Scranton for a couple of events. Easy drive back and forth. Wish we would have had time to use some of the amenities. Great place for the family to gather!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hideout week
Home is great. Nicely laid out and plenty of toys for little kids. Owner is very responsive. Great location, had snow and kids skiid
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick Getaway
Great stay at this Lake Ariel property. The house is in great condition with a large kitchen and living area. The host, John, is very responsive and accommodating, we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls weekend
Amazing stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie L., New Jersey

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home
This was our 4th or 5th stay at this home. Very clean and comfortable. Owner is amazing to deal with. I would definitely recommend this home
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Patti S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation and amazing host!
Our family of 8 adults and 4 kids (under 10) enjoyed our stay at the Hideout. There was plenty of room for everyone and the cabin was well supplied. The host went out of his way to make sure we enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Travis T., Riverton, UT

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just like home!
This was our third year staying at this property. The owner John, I consider my friend, is always quick to assist and is the best and goes above and beyond to ensure we are taken care of. We show up the same weekend every year and it is our favorite weekend of the year!!! We are very happy that this property and John are a part of our tradition!! Stay here if you can!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful home
This house was absolutely perfect for our friends to get together with everyone’s families. We all have little ones and it could not have been more perfect. Everything was clean and we had the perfect amount of space. Our host John was very responsive and made sure to check in to see if everything was running smoothly. We will be booking again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael W., Brooklyn, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving Family weekend
The house is very spacious and well-maintained with modern amenities. We have stayed here several times and would recommend it for a family get together. The house has a very comfortable feel and is located in an area that is very quiet. The owner is extremely accommodating and responsive to any requests. Overall, a comfortable and enjoyable rental experience. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing getaway!
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Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelly F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There was a lot of activities and places to go
We loved our stay there
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

ANTHONY A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
TA
Very nice house, well equipped. Great for kids. Excellent communication with property owner/ manager, very accommodating. Would stay at this house again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family getaway
We had a wonderful time at the hideout. The home was perfect. There were 9 of us staying and plenty of room for all. Our host John stayed in touch with me the first couple days to be see if we needed anything. The lake was minutes away and the kids loved it. The kitchen had everything needed for our stay. John was a great host. Would definitely recommend. Rich
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation!
My 3 girlfriends and I have been taking our 9 kids to the poconos for 12 years. This was our first time staying in The Hideout. John’s home is the cleanest and most well stocked home we have rented. The amount of space was perfect for our large group and the lower level is huge! Great for the kids to hang out and have fun. John is a great host, answers questions quickly, checks in with you to make sure all is ok. The community is clean and well maintained. So much to do. We enjoyed the main beach and pool most. Everything about our trip was so great, we’ve already booked next year at John’s home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Virginia S., Lebanon Pa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation
we all enjoy are stay at John's home. the men go fishing in the morning then we go do what we want. WE come back to stay at John's house. It seems like home. Like were we are staying. We come back every tera to stay at John's home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by John Kratzer

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My wife Linda has been friends with the previous owner Lauren for over 30 years and, we spent several family vacations at the house before Lauren decided to sell.
Our family was thrilled to be able to purchase this beautiful home from Lauren & John this past August and, as owners we look forward to many more memorable family vacations together in the Hideout.
We think your family will enjoy our home too!

Why they chose this property

After several incredible family vacations to the Hideout it was a no brainer to buy this home from our friends Lauren & John when they decided to sell! The house is perfect for a large family gathering and, the Hideout offers so many amenities no matter the season!
We hope you enjoy your stay in our home as much as we always do!

What makes this property unique

The Hideout is the perfect place for a family vacation spring, summer, fall or winter! There is always something to do!

Languages:

English
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