Title: Big Bass Lake Poconos Lakefront Retreat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=183888&destination=Gouldsboro%2C+Pennsylvania%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=117853652&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Big Bass Lake Poconos Lakefront Retreat ## Photo gallery for Big Bass Lake Poconos Lakefront Retreat ![Dining - Big Bass Lake Poconos Lakefront Retreat (Big Bass Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117860000/117853700/117853652/8348e24d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Big Bass Lake Poconos Lakefront Retreat (Big Bass Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117860000/117853700/117853652/623c8fc8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Big Bass Lake Poconos Lakefront Retreat (Big Bass Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117860000/117853700/117853652/faa0e77b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Big Bass Lake Poconos Lakefront Retreat (Big Bass Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117860000/117853700/117853652/e29bc073.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, table football, books - Big Bass Lake Poconos Lakefront Retreat (Big Bass Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117860000/117853700/117853652/32cd0f0d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies At Big Bass Lake Poconos Lakefront Retreat, you can look forward to a garden, a playground and laundry facilities. In addition to a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Big Bass Lake Poconos Lakefront Retreat Welcome to the quiet calm of lakefront living. Located in an isolated section of the Larsen side of Big Bass Lake Community, our four bedroom, three bath home has room for all to enjoy the peaceful outdoors while still being able to access all the amenities that Big Bass has to offer. Isolate yourself in nature with our exclusive private lake access from our backyard beach. Or join the Big Bass community with access to their outdoor heated pool with splashpad, pickleball, tennis and basketball courts, clubhouse with activities for both adults and children and amazing food from Passing the Thyme, Big Bass' onsite eatery. OUR HOME: Level 1 ground level with large windows for consistent lake views tiled floors comfy couch 60" smart TV counter height seating refrigerator foosball table treadmill pull out queen futon full bath with walk in shower separate hot tub room Level 2 expansive 2 stories of windows for breathtaking lake views fully stocked upgraded kitchen with stainless steel appliances dining table with seating for 10 propane gas stone fireplace reclinable leather sofa and loveseat 60" smart TV bedroom with queen bed with private balcony and 45" smart TV full bath with walk in shower bedroom with queen bed and 45" smart TV Level 3 Loft with dedicated work space built in bookcase library loveseat for more elevated lake viewing bedroom with king bed and 60" smart TV bedroom with queen bed and 45" smart TV Jack and Jill full bathroom with walk in shower with bench seating separate water closet laundry room with full sized washer and dryer OUTSIDE SPACE expansive wrap around 2nd story deck new propane gas grill outdoor dining table with seating for 6 additional conversational seating for 4 enclosed screened in sunroom with table and seating for 4 lakefront beach with private dock and adirondack chairs BIG BASS LAKE COMMUNITY A private gated award winning Goldstar certified premier community located in the town of Gouldsboro in the Pocono Mountains with 2 lakes; Big Bass Lake and Larsen Lake. Big Bass Lake Amenities are accessible with separate payment of amenities passes which includes: 2 lake beaches Recreation center with indoor pool, dry sauna, fitness center, TreeTop lounge Clubhouse with heated outdoor pool/splash pad and Passing the Thyme eatery Tennis courts Pickleball courts Snow tubing/Sledding hill Playgrounds Boat rentals Basketball courts Volleyball area BIG BASS LAKE COMMUNITY RULES AND FEES Big Bass requires that ALL guests be registered with the Community Association at least 3 days prior to check-in. Renters must 25 years or older. MANDATORY REGISTRATION FEE -$50 Additional $50 for any bookings made within 7 days of check in. No registrations within 3 days of check in CHANGES TO REGISTRATION FORM -$15 per request OPTIONAL Amenities Passes Fees Weekdays: $8 per person per day Weekends: $10 per person per day Please note that the above fees are imposed by and go directly to the Big Bass Community. They are not host fees, but we are required to collect these fees from our guests. IMPORTANT REMINDERS 1\. Registration forms and $50 fee are required to be filed with Big Bass Lake Community no later than 3 days prior to check in 2\. ALL guests, including children must be listed on the registration form 3\. Big Bass is a gated community and all guests will be checked against the registration form upon check in. Access to our home is through self check in with keyless entry from an electronic smart lock • You are welcome to use the lake at your own risk. Do not allow children near the lake without adult supervision. • Parking for up to 5 vehicles • Big Bass Lake amenities access with purchase of guest passes ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Ski - Close to skiing - Snowboarding nearby ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Deck/patio - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Area rugs in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - 4 outdoor pickleball courts - Boat - Foosball table - Gym - Kayak - Snow sports gear - Splash pad - Tennis - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking nearby - Hunting nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sledding nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70930000/70922500/70922469/d696b362.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pocono Mountains Hotel and Spa Gouldsboro - On private beach - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 6.0 137 reviews £71 includes taxes & fees 27 Apr - 28 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-27&endDate=2026-04-28&selected=70922469&PinnedHotelID=70922469&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Free daily buffet breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/15200/15164/04ec2d91.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spark by Hilton Clarks Summit Clarks Summit - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 8.8 Excellent 308 reviews £67 includes taxes & fees 31 Mar - 1 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-31&endDate=2026-04-01&selected=15164&PinnedHotelID=15164&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4120000/4117500/4117454/c0a57ce2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites Scranton by IHG Dickson City - Pool - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Spa 9.4 Exceptional 1,002 reviews £109 includes taxes & fees 4 Apr - 5 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-04&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=4117454&PinnedHotelID=4117454&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House (2 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94960000/94959800/94959707/d010c017.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Fire Pit + Community Perks: Gouldsboro Cabin! 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 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 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## About the area Located in Gouldsboro, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Lake Wallenpaupack and Newfoundland Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Gouldsboro State Park and Tobyhanna State Park. Kalahari and Summit Lanes are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Gouldsboro travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gouldsboro.dx183888) [View more Holiday homes in Gouldsboro](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gouldsboro-Private-Holiday-Homes.d183888-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.25635%2C-75.45827&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=U4UGEmyxsPU3OFtJRy7Zox61OCU=) Big Bass Lake, PA ### What's nearby - ![Gouldsboro State Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/637207549181718528/8724438a-88e8-4fe2-8217-c0262a446c9e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Gouldsboro State Park 4 min drive \- 1.6 miles - Larsen Lake 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Kalahari 20 min drive \- 19.9 miles - Camelback Ski Area 25 min drive \- 26.0 miles - Camelbeach Mountain Waterpark 26 min drive \- 26.0 miles ### Getting around - Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.) 38 min drive ### Restaurants - Kay's Italian Resturant 15 min drive - Country Cafe 15 min drive - Dunkin' 16 min drive - Kay’s Daily Grind 15 min drive - Happy Family 9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Big Bass Lake Poconos Lakefront Retreat have a pool? ### Is Big Bass Lake Poconos Lakefront Retreat pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Big Bass Lake Poconos Lakefront Retreat? ### What time is check-in at Big Bass Lake Poconos Lakefront Retreat? ### What time is check-out at Big Bass Lake Poconos Lakefront Retreat? ### Where is Big Bass Lake Poconos Lakefront Retreat located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Big Bass Lake Poconos Lakefront Retreat Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Craig R. 21 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had an excellent time during our stay at the house. It was very clean and had all the amenities anyone would ever need. The location on the lake was perfect and we enjoyed sitting out on the private beach during the nights by the fire pit. The host, Dawn, was great in communicating with us before and during our stay. We are already looking at when we can book to stay here again. I highly recommend a stay here if you are looking for a relaxing getaway!! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7581e6a9-1296-428e-9d3c-00a3af232261-1758477908215.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/508b0fc1-f2b8-416f-8d7b-3c2ecdf326d3-1758477907968.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4ff925a9-a9d4-4173-96ff-9d5967e7a15f-1758477905534.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Craig R. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### John C. 10 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Everything start to finish was wonderful. Check in was super easy, the house was beautiful and the lake was stunning. I would go back in a heartbeat. Dawn was very attentive and quick to respond. Highly recommend staying here. ##### John C. 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