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Pocono Lake House: free kayaks, grill, and fire pit. Next to Kalahari.

Pocono Lake House: free kayaks, grill, and fire pit. Next to Kalahari.

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Exterior
Kayaks are free for guests to use during their stay at Bue Gem house.
Huge back patio, a great place to hang out and grill during warm months.
Blue Gem house is 90 steps away from this public side of the Dresser lake.
Full renovation in 2022. No expense spared.

Overview of Pocono Lake House: free kayaks, grill, and fire pit. Next to Kalahari.

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym

Enjoy the area

Map
Tobyhanna, PA
  • Popular LocationTobyhanna State Park19 min walk
  • Popular LocationMount Airy Casino16 min drive
  • Popular LocationKalahari17 min drive
  • AirportAllentown, PA (ABE-Lehigh Valley Intl.)58 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 3 upstairs (kid’s) with bulk beds

1 Single Bunk Bed

Downstairs bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom on ground floor

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Bathroom on 2nd floor

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

Pocono Lake House: free kayaks, grill, and fire pit. Next to Kalahari.

Blue Gem Lake House was fully renovated in 2022.

It's only 2 hours from New York or Philly.

It's right on the lake (1 min walk). We provide free kayaks and a paddleboard to our guests. Perfect for families or friend groups. There is a full bathroom on each floor, with 2 master bedrooms on each floor.

Huge back patio and swings for kids. Parks 3 cars. We allow dogs with an additional pet fee of $75 per stay.

Enjoy lakeside relaxation here or check:
- Kalahari resort (indoor waterpark)
- Camelback ski
- Jack Frost ski
- Mount Airy Casino
- Tobyhanna State Park (cross-country skiing)

The space
Blue Gem can accommodate a max of 7 people, including kids/infants.

We know how precious your time off is and tried to think through every detail to make this house comfortable for our guests looking for a 5-star experience. Feel free to reach out before your stay in case you have questions or special requests.

Our home has 2022 kitchen appliances, soft linens and towels, and some original art. Italian leather sofas are not new but are still in great shape and comfortable to sit on while watching TV.

The kitchen is fully equipped for cooking, with basic supplies like cooking oil, salt&pepper, and spices. We also provide a variety of tea and coffee.

Both bathrooms are well stocked with body wash and shampoo. Bath towels are regularly replaced with new ones to ensure guests feel pampered.

Two smart TVs allow multiple streaming services like Netflix, Prime, Hulu, etc. One TV is in the master bedroom; another one is in the living room.

A huge back deck, equipped with a grill and a table for 6-8, is perfect for evening relaxation while watching kids play at their "personal" playground during warmer months.

A fire pit is there to enjoy the colder evenings! The wood gets wet from the weather if we store it on-site, so we recommend you plan to grab a pack of firewood from the nearby gas station (it's around 10 dollars).

We welcome families with kids. Baby gates, a pack-and-go crib, a playpen, and child dishware are provided for guests' convenience at no extra charge upon request.

Guest access
Self-check-in with keyless entry. Owners will need to arrange a visitor pass for each car to allow guests to enter security gates.

Guests will have full access to the house, unrestricted access to Dresser lake's public side, and community amenities such as tennis courts, the personal playground with swings at the back of the house, two other community playgrounds, and a basketball court, all within minutes.

A new swimming pool will be re-open in the summer but will require all guests to buy daily wrists at the community Welcome center. Currently, the price is $12/person charged by our HOA.

We provide multiple family games and legos for kids to enjoy.

During warm months we provide badminton (both kids and adult versions), and tennis rackets in case guests decide to play at the nearby tennis courts. For the fun on the lake, we offer two kayaks and a paddleboard, as well as safety vests for guests to enjoy for free.

The outside grill is excellent for an outdoor cookout and has a separate burner if you decide to cook outside. We provide gas and keep a spare gallon in the shed in case you run out during your stay.

A fire pit is perfect for sitting around the fire during a colder evening.

Other things to note

The house was fully renovated in 2022. New kitchen cabinets, all new high-end appliances, new floors throughout the house, new master bathroom, freshly painted throughout.

Owners tried to ensure that this house is allergy free - all mattresses were bought in the summer of 2022, and there was minimal carpeting throughout the house to ensure minimal dust collection and easy cleaning. We use allergy-friendly, smell-free laundry detergent.

No parties or large gatherings in our home are allowed. The house is comfortable up to 7 people, including children/infants.

We have two additional twin mattresses for a comfortable extra sleeping option if you don't want to share a bed.

Property manager

Luda and Radu

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Gym

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lb per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No more than 7 people, including infants. On an exceptional basis, we can accommodate 2 dogs with an extra fee of $75+$75.
No smoking of any kind on property please. If cleaner reports any smoke or vaping smell, a fine of $200 will be applied.
The Blue Gem house is in a residential community, we kindly ask to respect neighbors and no loud noises on the patio after 10 pm.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Tobyhanna

Located in Tobyhanna, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a lake. Camelback Ski Area is worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Kalahari and Camelbeach Mountain Waterpark. Travelling with kids? Consider Summit Lanes and MagiQuest. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking, mountain biking and rock climbing.
Map
Tobyhanna, PA

What's nearby

  • Tobyhanna State Park - 19 min walk
  • Mount Airy Casino - 16 min drive
  • Kalahari - 17 min drive
  • Lake Naomi - 21 min drive
  • Camelbeach Mountain Waterpark - 28 min drive

Getting around

  • Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dunkin' - 11 min drive
  • Wendy's - 11 min drive
  • Burke's Tavern and Restaurant - 11 min drive
  • The Pioneer Diner - 11 min drive
  • Burger King - 11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pocono Lake House: free kayaks, grill, and fire pit. Next to Kalahari. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Pocono Lake House: free kayaks, grill, and fire pit. Next to Kalahari. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pocono Lake House: free kayaks, grill, and fire pit. Next to Kalahari. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pocono Lake House: free kayaks, grill, and fire pit. Next to Kalahari. located?

This family-friendly Tobyhanna holiday home is located on a lake, 1 mi (1.6 km) from Tobyhanna State Park, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Summit Lanes and Golf at Pocono Manor. Kalahari and Callie's Candy Kitchen are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.4/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was our first time visiting the Poconos. The Blue Gem is a great home away from home. It has everything you could possibly need and was very clean. Luda, the host, was great throughout the entire process of booking and checking out. If you’re looking for a place to relax and call home for a few days, this house is definitely worth it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful, quick get-away
My kids and I decided to chase the snow (as we live in DE and hadn't seen any for almost 2 years), and we booked the Blue Gem for an overnight. I wish we could have stayed longer, as we received almost a foot of snow and the house was warm and welcoming. It is across the street from a lake, which also has a fenced-in dog park. My dog loved playing there in the snow! Luda was very attentive and made sure we arrived safely and had everything we needed. She also checked in to make sure we got home as well. I hope to rent here again. I highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Blue Gem was a Gem!
Had a wonderful stay with my family at the the Blue Gem. Luda went above and beyond even before we booked or stay. She was very attentive making sure everything was good. She checked in on us to make sure we got in ok and to make sure we didn't need anything or have any problems. (We didn't push the right buttons trying to open the front door!) It was so nice to be able to walk down to the lake and go kayaking and paddle boarding with the kayak and paddle boards that were provided (and one of our own also) Had a great time making s'mores in the fire pit and got to hand feed the deer that would come by every single night. They love apples and blueberries! The house was lovely and updated (loved the upstairs shower!) There were little extras everywhere. The deck was lovely with the patio table and extra seating built into the deck. We cooked dinner on the gas grill very easily! We visited the snake and animal farm and got to bottle feed a pig and throw treats to monkeys that caught them. I personally ignored the snakes because I'm not a snake person, but the rest was so worth going to. We visited Hawk falls and the boulder field and also Claws and Paws. So much to see in this area. This home was perfect to come home to after a long day. Be warned, there is no air conditioning, but it was not too hot because you are basically in the woods and there are many fans throughout the house. If considering this home, GO FOR IT! You will not be disappointed. :)
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway
This property was fantastic for my week-long stay with my young son and friend. Property was clean and well maintained, conveniently located, and very comfortable. I wish I’d known that the play set in the yard was lacking the slide but it didn’t affect the fun my son had swinging! The lake is beautiful, great for boating, and the community pools and lake beach are gorgeous. The host was very communicative. Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Luda and Radu

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We are a family with two teenagers who keep us very busy. Our friends own a home down the street and we have been coming to visit every few months for 8 years before we decided to buy Blue Gem house because of its unique location (90 steps to the public side of Dresser lake). The house was in shambles and needed full renovation, which was completed in 2022.

We love the area and use Blue Gem House as our family vacation home. It is fully equipped to enjoy a weekend or a longer stay.

After a year of hosting, we started to welcome repeat guests who choose to come back b/c they loved their stay. It makes my heart smile to know that our guests enjoy their stay at Blue Gem as much as our family.

Why they chose this property

Blue Gem is right on the lake which makes it an attractive option between May and October. Our nightly rates are much lower than those waterfront homes, however you will be just 1 min walk to the public side of Dresser lake with kayak launch pad, a picnic area by the water and a fenced dog park.

The house turns into a winter cabin during the winter - we are under 30 mins drive to multiple ski and snow boarding options.

What makes this property unique

This lake house is right on the lake, in a secure gated community. We provide free kayak, paddle board and an inflatable boat during May-October months.

The house is also close to Kalahari indoor water park and within 20-25 mins drive to multiple attractions in Pocono.

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