Ricketts Glen Retreat

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9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Benton, PA

Ricketts Glen State Park3 min drive
Lake Jean Beach21 min drive
Mohegan Sun Arena42 min drive
Hazleton, PA (HZL-Hazleton Municipal)62 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom #1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #2

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

This mountain home is the bigger of our 2 rentals near Ricketts Glen state park. We just finished renovating and are very pleased with the result. This property which was my grandparents actually borders Ricketts Glen. I have many fond memories hunting and hiking the mountain and coming back to my Gram’s exceptional cooking. This home is situated off of Hynick road tucked in on the western border of Ricketts Glen on 10 private acres. Walking distance from the falls!

Property manager

Jeff Hynick

Premier Host

Amenities

Air conditioning

Air conditioning

Barbecue grill

Fireplace

Living/dining area

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

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

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

About the area

Benton

Located in Benton, this farm stay is in a rural area and in the mountains. Sullivan County Historical Society and Eagles Mere Air Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Mill Race Golf Resort and Colonel Ricketts Hard Cider.

Benton, PA

What's nearby

Ricketts Glen State Park - 3 min drive
Lake Jean Beach - 21 min drive
F. M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts - 40 min drive
Mohegan Sun Arena - 42 min drive
Knoebels Amusement Resort - 64 min drive

Getting around

Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

‪Rickett's Glen Hotel - ‬20 min walk
‪Jamison City Hotel - ‬16 min drive
‪Trail's End Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
‪The Red Rock Scoop - ‬3 min drive
‪Spencer's Western Cafe - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ricketts Glen Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ricketts Glen Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ricketts Glen Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ricketts Glen Retreat located?

This family-friendly Benton farm stay is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Ricketts Glen State Park and Endless Mountains. Lake Jean Beach and Mill Race Golf Resort are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Tracy Q.

5 June 2024

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

Close to Ricketts Glen

Long weekend hiking at Ricketts Glen. House was close to state park.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl R.

23 Apr 2024

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

Great stay with Old Friends

Reconnected with some close friends from 30+ yrs ago. Met here at the Vrbo and went on a journey to see the 21 waterfalls ffom Ricketts Glen. The beauty of the waterfalls was amazing Thank you for your warm home environment.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

12 Feb 2024

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

Great Location to the Park

Jeff was an excellent host - Flexible and very easy to contact. The house and grounds were perfect for the whole family.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna C., Oneida, NY

2 Oct 2023

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

Rented both houses for wedding at Ricketts Glen

Great location for exploring Ricketts Glen. My daughter's wedding was at Adams Falls, very close by. House was very old farm house, perfect for our country loving family. We rented both houses as we have a lot of kids and my parents were with us, too. Would stay again.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim G.

8 Sept 2023

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

Great long weekend getaway

Jeff is an excellent host with a nice home in a great location to visit Ricketts Glen. House was clean with all amenities in working order. We plan on returning. Thank you Jeff.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol K.

31 July 2023

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

peaceful getaway

The house and grounds were very nice and well kept. It was a very quiet, peaceful area and we enjoyed just sitting back and relaxing while the others went hiking or to the beach. I would definitely recommend this to others. The house, by the way, was an older home that has been remodeled and was beautiful.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abbie S., Manheim, USA

20 July 2023

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

Spacious house in a great location

Whether hanging out in the house or enjoying the very close-by state park, this place was the perfect place to unwind and enjoy nature.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelley H.

11 July 2023

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

Good stay for Ricketts Glen State Park

We enjoyed our stay. We especially liked the den, the outdoor patio, and the rooster who came to visit. The house was large, clean, and had its own personality. Note: If you use a lot of ice, bring some ice cube trays with you.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rich H.

19 Oct 2022

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

A Nice Time

We have a very nice time. We enjoyed the property, beautiful surroundings, and the proximity to Ricketts Glen.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen J.

5 Sept 2022

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

Close to Ricketts Glen State Psrk

This property was perfect for our weekend at Ricketts Glen State Park. The property is very close to the main entrance and was perfect for our weekend getaway. It was clean, well taken care of and we’ll stocked. We would definitely stay here again if we find ourselves back in the area!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

William W.

31 July 2022

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

Great getaway!

Property manager was fantastic with communication. House was spotless. Secluded and great location. Would recommend to anyone!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shariti L.

21 Feb 2022

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

Family Get Away

The property is as described & as it looks in pictures. Very clean & spacious. Jeff stopped in the day we got there to see if we had any questions & to fill us in on what was available in the local community. Our stay was peaceful & quiet & very enjoyable. We plan to stay agsinsome time.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wes S.

26 Nov 2021

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

Nothing could have made out stay any better.

We rented it for 4 nights to celebrate my mother’s 80th birthday with a few family members. It was perfect and no complaints. Owner Jeff is so friendly. Everyone enjoyed the game room and also a brief time at the outside fireplace.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heidi H.

29 Oct 2021

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

Simply wonderful!

Fantastic place. Super clean and comfortable.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

16 Oct 2021

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

Perfect location for a quiet stay

We loved our stay at this home next to Ricketts Glen State Park. The house is clean and very roomy. The beds were so comfortable. The house was fully equipped with everything that we needed on our stay, inside and outside. The owner was so prompt in responding to our texts. Ricketts Glen has hiking trails for every ability, and World's End State Park is only 35 minutes away. Don't miss the view from High Knob, you can drive to the top for a very scenic vista.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hema S., Broadview Heights

28 June 2021

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

Awesome stay

Great place to stay. Close to the trails

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elaine V.

25 Apr 2021

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

Close to hiking

Wonderful farmhouse, stocked with tissues, paper towels etc. So close to Ricketts that it is super convenient. Great weekend!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ellie Jo S.

18 Apr 2021

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

Amazing!!

Absolutely amazing weekend! The house and property are beautiful and well kept. More private area on a dirt road with only two other houses. Very close to Rickett’s Glen! The owner was very easy to reach when needed and very helpful. I definitely recommend this rental! I’d love to stay again.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey E.

9 Apr 2021

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

Perfect Location and Charming, Spacious House

We loved our stay at this home. It had everything we needed for a relaxing vacation “away from it all.” We made use of the fire pit nightly, and the game room was a hit with the kids. The location of the property was so convenient for hiking and a short ride into town to visit antique shops. The owners gave recommendations for where to shop and the best hikes for young children that were spot-on. We would love to stay here again one day!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah J.

6 Apr 2021

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

Easter weekend hiking

Great house! Plenty of room for all 6 of us and the kids with a great yard, fire pit area, and location for hiking or even just chilaxing!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Courtney M.

2 Feb 2021

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

Lovely stay

We were just there for 1 night but the place was perfect for our family of 4. The location was great, close to Ricketts Glen State Park and a beautiful, private property. We would stay there again and would definitely recommend!

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sharon D.

21 Jan 2021

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

Ricketts Glen house

Pleasant, comfortable house, very clean. I would consider coming back especially in the summer when we could take advantage of the outdoor seating with fire pit and picnic table.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Rachel H.

14 Oct 2020

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

Perfect location

We booked this house because we were coming for a wedding, but we also wanted to visit Ricketts Glen. It's the perfect location, you can actually walk to one of the trail entrances. The house was larger than the photos suggest and wonderfully upkept. Our only complaint was the mattresses were really hard.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020