Nestled by a serene lake, this quaint home offers a peaceful retreat. Unwind on the sun porch or decks with scenic views of the water and surrounding wildlife, including eagles and deer. Enjoy local flavors at nearby restaurants like Speakeasy Restaurant or Beacon.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 51075 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Ski Elk Mountain, hike, walk or bike Rail to Trails, fish, or star gaze.
Quaint lake front home, with closed in sun porch, decks, and spacious yard. Rails to trails 2/10 a mile away. Wedding venues close by-The Pennsylvania Farm at Cottrell or on Birchtown Stables. Full kitchen and dining room. Lots of counter top to prepare and bake cookies. Tables to enjoy meals outside on decks or near lake. Enjoy local flavor meals from Cables General Store- sit outside by the red caboose and creek, eat at the Speakeasy Restaurant or Beacon. Discount for 7 nights or a month. Observe eagles fly across the lake, deer in the yard, a blue heron fly by, and a zillion stars in the sky on a clear night.
Lake is stocked with fish so bring your fishing rod. Ski at Elk Mountain. Close enough to ski for hours then pop home for a home cooked meal and go skiing again. Roast marshmallows over the fire pit and enjoy the peace and quiet of the night with sounds from nature.
Enjoy skiing, hiking, biking, walking, fishing, golfing, (read a good book by the lake), stargazing, or just sitting for a break! Park your car - and enjoy the area.For the security of our guests and the safety of our home, we have two external security cameras located on the front doorbell and over garage door that capture only the outside in front of front door and driveway.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach towels
Ski
Close to skiing
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Snowmobiling 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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Please leave used towels in the bathroom, do not make the bed, place all garbage in the garage, turn off all lights, and safe travels home.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
Recycle empty cans, bottles, and cardboard in pro
There will be a charge for excessive garbage. Allowed 2 30 gallon, 1 15 gallon garbage bag.
Please stay within property boundaries. Do not use neighbors’ gazebos or neighbors’ docks.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
About the area
Located in Union Dale, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Lehigh and Snow Bowl are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Prompton State Park and Lackawanna River. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling. Visit our Union Dale travel guide
Is Ski Elk Mountain, hike, walk or bike Rail to Trails, fish, or star gaze. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Ski Elk Mountain, hike, walk or bike Rail to Trails, fish, or star gaze.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Ski Elk Mountain, hike, walk or bike Rail to Trails, fish, or star gaze.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Ski Elk Mountain, hike, walk or bike Rail to Trails, fish, or star gaze.?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Ski Elk Mountain, hike, walk or bike Rail to Trails, fish, or star gaze. located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Lackawanna River and within 6 miles (10 km) of North Knob and Lackawanna River Heritage Trail. Lehigh and Snow Bowl are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Ski Elk Mountain, hike, walk or bike Rail to Trails, fish, or star gaze. 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.
We were greeted on arrival by the host, who was very accommodating throughout our stay. The house was inviting, comfortable and equipped with anything we needed. We tried several of the recommended eateries, and enjoyed each of them! Great place to stay if you’re looking for a house by the lake!
Amazing stay at this property. House was clean and the owners were very resourceful. Restaurants and Elk mountain close by to the house. Look forward to using this property again
Amazing location, extremely regret not having more time at this property! Bobby and Karen were the sweetest people ever, gave such good recommendations and was super attentive to us, answering any questions that we had. My boyfriend and I are already in the talks about returning next year. Space was clean, neat and beautiful. Thank you for such an amazing stay!
Lindsey B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
susan s.
11 Aug 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Nice setting
We care about beds, bathroom, sitting furniture and cleanliness .Also quiet relaxed setting. The setting was very nice but no biting fish at lake. beds were good , bathroom was ok (old toilet) furniture was not very comfortable and had dog odor indoors.
Hosts seemed nice, responsive.
Our boys fished the entire day and night away catching and releasing! There was plenty of outddoor space for a family get together. We had great host that answered any question we had. The house is exactlly as shown in pictures. The "cozy sleeping area" is just as much a bedroom as the others. We visit p.a often as i have family there! We have found our new everytime stay! With this home!
The house was great. Everything you need is inside (pots, pans, utensils, cutlery, even a griddle for pancakes). The inside of the house was spotless.
Outside- the multi level decks and outdoor grill were great for our fall getaway. The lake is viewable from the kitchen and sunroom. We used the fire pit on a chilly late October night and it was great. The owners are so nice and offer details of everything to do in the area.
We will be visiting again next year.
Great Rental wonderfully stocked with everything needed to relax and cook very clean. Lake in the backyard was beautiful bald eagles, owls fish highly recommend Rental . Provided extensive information on the town and local restaurants.Great time
House was nice and the views were great! Very quiet and peaceful location. Great for relaxation. Lake/Dock is good for fishing, few bites and caught a few.
Very clean and quiet. Has all the amenities you need. Wanted a quiet relaxing weekend for our anniversary and it’s exactly what we got. Fishing was excellent. Lots of pickerel and bass. Would stay here again!!!
chris b.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie
2 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The lake house was perfect for our time there to just relax and reconnect to each other as a family
This home was perfect for my family’s post-Christmas ski getaway. Location is ideal (only 10 minutes from Elk Mountain), plenty of space for a small family, and communication with the host was excellent. Karen checked in on us to make sure we were comfortable and even came to shovel and salt the driveway/walkway after a snow storm. The only downside to the area is a lack of really great dining options, so be prepared to do some cooking during your stay. But the spacious kitchen makes that easy! I would definitely recommend this property and would happily rent again if we return to this area.
This was our 3rd stay at the Rails to Trails Lakehouse. Although the weather was cold and wet, we had a great relaxing weekend and even caught a few bass.
Our family really enjoyed our stay. The house was very clean and communication with the owners was great. We walked down to the lake at sunset and the view was beautiful. Would definitely visit again
Cozy house with good patio and outdoor setting by the lake. Hosts were super hospitable and waited almost an hour to greet and show us around.
Thank you for letting us stay :)