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Welcome to Serenity Woods

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A two-story cabin with a balcony, surrounded by trees and gravel ground.
A room with a sloped ceiling, multiple windows, and a view of a deck and outdoor area.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with bar stools.
A Keurig coffee maker on a granite countertop, a tray with two mugs, and a coffee station with multiple cups and a Keurig branded mug.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a large island with bar stools, stainless steel appliances, and a backsplash of gray tiles.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Heated pool
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Lake Ariel, PA
  • Place, Cobbs Lake Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Cobbs lake
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Roaming Woods Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

2nd Floor

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

3rd Floor

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Lower Level

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

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About the area

Lake Ariel

Located in Lake Ariel, this holiday home is in a rural area. Sculpted Ice Works Factory and Ice Harvest Museum and Wayne County Historical Society Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Lake Township Park and Claws 'N' Paws Wild Animal Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Soarin Eagle Rail Tours, or check out an event or a game at Harmony Presents. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
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Lake Ariel, PA

What's nearby

  • Cobbs Lake Park - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Cobbs lake - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Roaming Woods Lake - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Lake Ariel - 8 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Brooks Lake - 9 min drive - 6.4 km

Getting around

  • Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hideout Clubhouse - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪John's Italian Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Hideout Ski Hill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Lori's Corner Kitchen - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Palermo’s Pizza Restaurant - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Welcome to Serenity Woods have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Welcome to Serenity Woods?

As of 1 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Welcome to Serenity Woods on 4 November 2026 start from NZ$1,716, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Welcome to Serenity Woods pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Welcome to Serenity Woods?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Welcome to Serenity Woods?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to Serenity Woods?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to Serenity Woods located?

This family-friendly Lake Ariel holiday home is located in a rural location, 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Roaming Woods Lake, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lake Township Park and Claws 'N' Paws Wild Animal Park. Cobbs Lake Park and Brooks Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

We thoroughly enjoyed our visit.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfectly clean upon check-in and is in a great location, with the rear of the property looking out over the woods - so very private. The screened-in porch/deck area on the side was great for meals on rainy days and the back deck looking into woods perfect for better weather. The game room was fun, with options for kids and adults and was well set up for both play and relaxing. Host was incredibly responsive to any concerns we had - always responding immediately. The pictures of the property are accurate. By far, the best property we have rented in the Hideout. We would definitely stay here again if looking to rent in the Hideout.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful house, very clean. Was the perfect location for our weekend getaway! Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is perfect! It’s comfortable, decorated nicely and was more than enough room for us. I highly recommend staying here. We plan to come back to the area and will definitely book this house again! We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Very clean

Our stay was nice and relaxing.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay family enjoyed very much

Property was all that it stated
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful, quiet, serene stay

The place was so clean and nice and comfy. We loved The Hideout, especially the lake and parks. Hoping to return again
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vacation

Beautiful property and home!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Serenity Woods

Lovely home. Clean and inviting with nice, thoughtful touches throughout the home. We very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A super tidy and cozy house

We had a wonderful stay at serenity woods. The owners were extremely kind and so accommodating. We were so thankful for their flexibility
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home

Beautiful home 10 minute drive to lake perfect house for a group
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was beautiful, extremely clean and smells amazing!! We had the best time with our boys. Just what they needed!! Can’t wait to rent again! Thank you so much Matt and Wendy we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exactly as advertised

We had a great stay with family and friends. The communication was great, and we even tried some of the suggestions for food sent to us, all were amazing food. Overall one of the best places we have stayed at over the years. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vacation

This property is as advertised and more. It was so clean. We enjoyed spending time on the decks and around the fire pit making S’mores. The amenities in the development were beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Satisfied guest

Very nice and clean house . The host is very quick to provide answers to any questions we had during our stay. Recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Home

We had a blast at Serenity Woods! Matt and Wendy were very accommodating and answered any questions we had! The house is beautiful and clean. The screened in porch was our favorite! We would definitely book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

This property had everyrhing you could ever need to have the best family vacation. The house was spotless. The owners were quick to respond at all times. We had people from 5 to 50 and everyone loved jt and didnt want to leave!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay at Serenity House. We loved the woodsy and peaceful setting and the screened in porch. The house was clean, with great kitchen items (dishes, pots and pans). The bedrooms were comfortable and cool. My family had fun playing Rock Band. The only concern was the lack of AC in the main living area which became hot during the peak heat times. We appreciated the ID tags that provided entry into the amenities.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 August 2025
We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for the suggestion, we will be adding an A/C unit in the main living area.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay For Families

We had an excellent week at Serenity Woods! There was something to do for all ages! Being able to go back and forth from the South Pool to the beach was so nice! I do want to mention we were nervous about there being no central AC and it being mid-summer, but with the window units and many fans provided it was not an issue at all! We were nice and cool all week! Matt was super helpful with any questions we had and tips for things to do off the property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place, great experience

The house is beautiful, very tastefully done. The location is also beautiful, backing into the woods. House is well furnished. It seemed a bit smaller than it looked in pictures, however it was very comfortable for our group of 9 adults/teens. We had an extreme winter weather related situation in the house - the owners were very accessible and communicated frequently to help as best as they could. We had a great stay and highly recommend the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house, great location

Most fully stocked location of any rental I’ve ever stayed! We enjoyed all the community’s resources (beach, pool, sports options) along with having plenty to do at the house itself. The bedrooms worked well for our 6 adults and a little one. We had everything we needed. Only one wish is that the basement bedroom could be cooled down a bit more. Otherwise highly recommend for families.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very cute place!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We went to enjoy a little getaway with our children for our anniversary and made many memories! The place was very clean and very well stocked. The kids enjoyed all the amenities and we enjoyed a relaxing weekend away. It was within walking distance to the clubhouse and a little playground we went to. Matt was very responsive and gave us suggestions to make reservations (which we were so glad to know!) We would absolutely recommend this place to anyone. Thanks for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful retreat

Family + 1 friend (8 of us, ages 11 to 76) spent 3 nights and had a terrific time: Played mini-golf and golf; played all the fun games in the house; went to the gym, pool and beach; rode bikes; walked; grilled. We celebrated a 75th birthday. The house is so wonderfully decorated and was so clean and comfortable. We loved eating our meals on and just hanging out on the delightful screened-in porch where we could enjoy the fresh air and beautiful surroundings. The house is a winner!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great home!

This is our 3rd stay at the Hideout and we just cannot love it more! The community has so much to do inside it, let alone options nearby Matt and Wendy’s home was so warm and welcoming. We stayed for a week and for a family of 8 (4 adults and 4 kids aged 7-11) the house was exactly what we needed! It was fully stocked with games, cooking basics, etc We had to reach out to Matt and Wendy during our stay and they were very prompt in response. Thanks so much for opening your home for us!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house!

This house is awesome! We stayed with our extended family for a long weekend. The house has everything you can think of in the kitchen, was very clean and the owners are extremely responsive and easy to deal with. The hideout has lots of amenities. The ski hill is perfect for beginners. The kids loved it and it's the cheapest skiing you'll find. My only wish is for a queen bed upstairs rather than a full (two adults can't sleep in a full size bed so one had to sleep on the couch).
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
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