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Blue Mountain Vacation Home Palmerton PA 47 Acres Hiking Trails Pickleball Court

Family-friendly holiday home in Palmerton

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Welcome  to 47 acres of fun! Explore hiking trails, deck, patio with firepit.
Looking to ski resort. Deck approx. 500 sq. feet, slider and dog door into house
Front of house, enter through the driveway door into the mud room then game room
Beautiful large yard area complete with sports court, pickle ball and basketball
Private Pickleball court on our property. Equipment available for your use.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12241.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, Blue Mountain Ski Area
  • Place, Penn's Peak
  • Place, Lehigh Valley
  • Airport, Allentown, PA (ABE-Lehigh Valley Intl.)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

2nd Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3rd Bedroom

2 Double Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Hall bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Blue Mountain Vacation Home Palmerton PA 47 Acres Hiking Trails Pickleball Court

Over 1.5 miles of private trails make our Pocono vacation home a great getaway from it all for you, friends/family and your dogs. Leave the leashes at home! Pet-friendly 3BR, 2 Bath house with huge deck and a patio and fire pit facing the sunset and Blue Mountain in southern Poconos. The Valley Lodge of Blue Mountain Ski Resort is just 2 miles away, making for mountain biking, festivals and events and those attending weddings.

Sports Court for Pickleball, Basketball and outdoor fun was upgraded in 2023. The court offers a beautiful setting for your competitive side (net paddles and balls provided). Two new couches in living room, bigger TV and new sofa bed in the basement were also added in 2023. In 2024 we're adding a Tesla Charger and more trails and a remote picnic grove.

House comfortably sleeps 8 people (2 queens, 2 full and a pullout queen in the basement.) Crib and high chair are provided. Dog door onto the deck lets dogs run in and out if you'd like, you can block them from leaving the deck.

Open concept kitchen with newer appliances, dining area and living room connect to the deck for great gatherings and an awesome view. Finished basement with game room (pool table, glow in the dark air hockey and big screen TV). The house has central air conditioning and high-speed Internet with WiFi.

The house is set back from the road and surrounded by 47 acres of land and 1.5 mile of grass covered and gravel private walking/hiking trails. Hike up to the top of Stony Ridge and see for miles.

STAY LONGER: 12% discount is automatically applied to full week rentals, 20% for a full month.

Nearby you will find Blue Mountain Ski Resort (all-year adventure), the Appalachian Trail, Beltzville State Park, Lehigh River Gap and Jim Thorpe which has several river outfitters that offer kayaking, rafting and tubing down the Lehigh River. You can also rent bikes in Jim Thorpe or Lehighton to ride along the D&L Trail (next to the river). Beltzville Lake State Park has a nice beach and a marina to rent boats. The town of Palmerton has a nice grocery, restaurants and shops. Not too far away is Country Junction, billed as the world's largest General Store and no visit is complete without a visit to Becky's Drive-in movie theater in Cherryville.

We have high-speed Internet, broadband through the local cable company. Speed is up to 100Mbps Download / 8Mbps Upload. WiFi reaches throughout the house, the deck, the patio and even cars in the driveway for those work calls.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 4 total)
Dog door from the living room to the deck
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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
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 required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Palmerton

Located in Palmerton, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Buckwha Creek Preserve and Lehigh Gap Wildlife Refuge reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Country Junction and Walnutport Playground. Consider Penn's Peak for a night out or Lehigh Valley Zoo if you're travelling with kids. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Palmerton, PA

What's nearby

  • Blue Mountain Ski Area - 8 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Country Junction - 12 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Beltzville Lake - 19 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Penn's Peak - 24 min drive - 27.1 km
  • Lehigh Valley - 29 min drive - 26.3 km

Getting around

  • Allentown, PA (ABE-Lehigh Valley Intl.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Rice's Irish Pub - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Rausch House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪One Ten Tavern - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Blue Mountain Pub - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Blue Mountain Vacation Home Palmerton PA 47 Acres Hiking Trails Pickleball Court pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 4 total).

What time is check-in at Blue Mountain Vacation Home Palmerton PA 47 Acres Hiking Trails Pickleball Court?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Blue Mountain Vacation Home Palmerton PA 47 Acres Hiking Trails Pickleball Court?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Blue Mountain Vacation Home Palmerton PA 47 Acres Hiking Trails Pickleball Court located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Palmerton Borough Hall, Blue Mountain Ski Area, and Palmerton Mule Park. Palmerton Borough Park and Buckwha Creek Preserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dustin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property to explore. We went on a hike almost every day and could take a different path every time. The porch overlooking the mountain was an awesome place to have morning coffee. Great memories a very responsive host makes for a great value.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home! Thanks for sharing! By the way is there a way someone can get in touch with me. My makeup bag was left there. 484-597-1795. Thanks.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill V.

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

Family trip

Great location and house for a family with small kids, lots to do nearby and wonderful grounds to explore.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne H.

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

Nice

Was a perfect set up for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa P.

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

Perkins

Except for the weather being a little dreary it was a wonderful stay
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey B.

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

Family vacation

We had a great time, the house was perfect for us (5 adults). The dogs loved all the space to run. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook all our meals and we enjoyed the air hockey and pool tables.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

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

Fantastic getaway

Beautiful property with built in scenery. Very secluded. Far away but close to food and entertainment. Couldn’t have asked for a better location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa A.

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

Spring Break Vacation

Property was beautiful. The private landscape provided an amazing hike for the family and close to other hiking areas. The view from the deck was amazing and all amenities provided. Thank you to our host.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B.

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

The best place to stay!

We have stayed here two times now and we can't say enough! The view is beautiful and the place is clean and accommodating. It truly is the best place to bring pets and it is close enough to everything but far enough to enjoy the Pocono experience. Mark gives useful lists of things in the area and lots of info about the features of the property. We stay everywhere with our dog and family and this is everyone's favorite!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kasey M.

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

Family Getaway

We loved this property! So much to keep the kids entertained. The dogs loved being off leash. Area was remote, but not to far from civilization. Property was clean and welcoming. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lora B.

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

Relaxing long weekend

A cozy, comfortable and clean escape for me, my husband, infant daughter and dog. The home is exactly as the description and photos show: plenty of indoor and outdoor space, clean throughout and very comfortable. With our small family, we didn't even take advantage of the very large family/game room on the first floor. Definitely recommend for anyone looking to get away from the everyday hustle and bustle.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

PATRICIA B.

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

Six adults and 4 kiddos...

Chose this property because of its location. We had plans of family Snow tubing at Blue Mountain... we could see it from the deck. But the weather was far from cooperative....it rained...and rained! Thank goodness for the game room! The kids (and big kids!) did not get bored... and plenty of movies to choose from... The home was comfortable with plenty of sleeping room...considering it for a summer getaway with my sisters! Mark provided lots of local info and activities; 5 minutes from Palmerton with everything you could possibly need! Very pleased with this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Emily S., Ellington, CT

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

Beautiful home!

We stayed in town to attend my cousin’s wedding at the Blue Mountain Resort. The proximity to the resort was perfect - most guests stayed another 15 minutes down the road in hotels, but Mark’s house provided a super close home away from home during our trip. The property is stunning and set back from the road providing an oasis for my family! We particularly enjoyed sitting on the porch, walking around the expansive land, shooting hoops, and playing pool. There’s no way to be bored here! While there were plenty of activities available (definitely a great house to stay in with kiddos or adults who act like kiddos), it also was the perfect place to relax, read a book, and enjoy nature. We also had a great time exploring nearby towns - especially Jim Thorpe with all the cute shops and restaurants. The house itself was clean and comfortable and just the right size for our stay with three adult couples. Mark was super easy to book with and we would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna H.

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

Beautiful Blue Mountain Vacation Home in Palmerton, PA

The property was beautifully landscaped and well maintained with flowers, a well manicured lawn and neatly trimmed shrubs. Inside, the house was neat, fresh and clean with a wonderful game room with an air hockey table, a pool table, and many games. The deck and patio were great and we enjoyed sitting there in the evenings and mornings. There was a nice hiking trail as well. It was a wonderful place to stay and we would definitely recommend it to anyone. The Beltzville Lake and Marina are nearby for swimming, boating and fishing. Jim Thorpe is a great place to visit and we road the train after enjoying a delicious breakfast at the Inn's restaurant. Palmerton had a nice park with a playground. We visited Allentown and the America on Wheels Museum as well as the Science Museum. We also visited the Quiet Valley Living History Farm, hiked on the Hawk Trail to a lovely waterfall, and had a great time watching an Iron Pigs baseball game. There is a lot to do but you will enjoy it if all you do is have coffee or a cool drink on the patio or deck. Mr. Mark Shay was absolutely wonderful and quickly responded to any questions we had and made us feel quite welcome. If you and your family or friends choose this home, you will absolutely not regret it! Thank you, Blue Mountain Vacation Home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean & awesome amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great. It was spacious, well-maintained, comfortable and well-appointed. We had a great time and the space was perfect for us to all gather and have fun together. I would certainly recommend this location and owner to other families!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

JB

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our 2nd time coming to celebrate Sukkot with our friends and family at this place. It is perfect for everything we needed and the property is beautifully kept. We never got tired of waking up to the amazing views! The owners have been so gracious to us. We'll always have good memories about visiting this place.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jarrett H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were very happy with our weekend vacation at this house, Mark was very prompt and easy to communicate with. We enjoyed the many trails on the property. The kids enjoyed the basketball court and game room. Kitchen was well stocked. We enjoyed the patio with the firepit
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Prasad S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of the best vacation homes we had stayed in a long time. It has everything a family needs and is within short driving distance of many attractions. The host was very prompt in responding to our questions. We are already planning to come back next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was beautiful inside and out. The views were amazing. The house was spotless. I went up for my bachelor party and everyone had an amazing time. I would recommend this house 100%. I will be going back in the fall. And I will tell others about this house as well. A huge thank you to the owner for providing us with everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kollin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed staying at this property. The house was great and provided everything we could need. The property around the house was fantastic, we enjoyed walking the trails and hiking up the ridge. Palmerton was a few minutes away and had several places to get food, including Claude's Creamery for some great ice cream. The NE Turnpike extension access is close by in Lehighton as well for going North or South. We were able to easily get to many places from here, such as Hershey Park, Baltimore Aquarium, shopping on Macarthur Rd in Allentown, and the outlets in Tannersville. Overall it was near our family in the area, was close enough to all of the attractions we wanted to get to and then some, and was a very quiet and relaxing property to wind down in at the end of a busy day. We couldn't have asked for better, thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marvin B.

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

Family getaway

It was a nice, quiet location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

stephanie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family of 7 plus our 2 dog babies had a wonderful time at this beautiful home. Our Golden retriever Maggie Mae especially loved the property. She has been sad since we left. House is adorable & nicely furnished. We cooked 3 meals & had everything we needed. Loved the new gas grill. Deck was great for star gazing at night. We hiked the property several times & hung out at picnic area. This house was one of our favorite & the town is so cute! We will definitely be back!
Maggie Mae enjoyed picnic area.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

Spring Break

Such a great property and host! We especially loved hiking around the property and to the picnic area. The house has everything you might need, and lots of fun things for all ages (teens to toddlers). The huge deck and fire pit were a hit with everyone. The location was convenient and close to lots of activities. We ended up needing to go to the urgent care in Palmerton (always an adventure traveling with small children), and I can vouch for the care there as well!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

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

Great spot

This is our second time at this property and it is truly a wonderful retreat.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by Mark Shay

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Mark is a realtor with Keller Williams and specializes in vacation home sales in the Poconos, so if you like the vacation home and want to explore getting one in the area, give him a call or visit his website - PoconoVacationHomeSales.com

Why they chose this property

I grew-up in the Philadelphia area and always loved the mountains. I got started skiing in high school and I got hooked. I wanted a house by a ski area for my kids and I was fortunate enough to be able to afford a second home right by Blue Mountain. This kids are older, scattered about and we've now opened the house up to renters.

What makes this property unique

The setting is private. Just a few minutes to the Valley Lodge of Blue Mountain Ski Resort, close to the Appalachian Trail, Lehigh River and Beltzville State Park. We're close to the Poconos, but not so close that you feel like you're in a tourist trap. Palmerton is a nice town, if you want touristy things, go to nearby Jim Thorpe. River outfitters along the Lehigh River Gap provide great day trips and we have 4 kayaks available to guests who want to DIY on the river.

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