House in Dushore, PA

Lusch Acres Retreat ...Unwind & Enjoy a Relaxing Vacation

Lusch Acres Retreat ...Unwind & Enjoy a Relaxing Vacation

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Exterior
Quiet and relaxing back deck
Backyard Firepit
Living Room
Cozy fireplace

Overview of Lusch Acres Retreat ...Unwind & Enjoy a Relaxing Vacation

9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Mountain view

Enjoy the area

Dushore, PA
  • Popular LocationBob Kosts Pond9 min drive
  • Popular LocationWorlds End State Park19 min drive
  • Popular LocationRicketts Glen State Park23 min drive
  • AirportWilliamsport, PA (IPT-Williamsport Regional)60 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Master Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Upstairs Bedroom# 1

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom #2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

1st floor bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

2nd Floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Lusch Acres Retreat ...Unwind & Enjoy a Relaxing Vacation

Lusch Acres Retreat

This 2-story vacation home in the beautiful Endless Mts. is centrally located just 4 miles south of Dushore on what is known locally as 'Ringer Hill'. Part of the original 1850 homestead of Julius Lusch, this cozy home is privately situated on 6 acres and within a short drive of Worlds End State Park, Eagles Mere, the Loyalsock Trail (hiking to the Haystacks) and Ricketts Glen State Park. The area boasts great fishing in the big and little Loyalsock Creeks as well as some picturesque swimming holes in the big Loyalsock, countless hiking trails and just the simple beauty of nature which surrounds you wherever you go. This is truly a getaway meant for relaxing!

In the home you will find 3 bedrooms (1 queen, 1 full, 2 twins) and 2 baths which allow plenty of room to accommodate 6 guests with all linens provided. (One bedrm & bath on first floor). The open floor plan of the living room & dining room features the warmth and ambience of a beautiful cast iron gas stove with 3-sided fire view, while the flat screen tv with satellite service & DVD player in the living room provides evening entertainment. The fully equipped kitchen offers a gas range, dishwasher, full size refrigerator, microwave, toaster and coffee maker. We provide a comprehensive selection of cooking spices & coffee for your stay. We also start you off with minimal complimentary paper products (napkins, paper towels & toilet paper) but recommend that you buy/bring extra for your stay at the Retreat. The entry mud room is large enough to store boots, coats and sporting equipment and has a washer & dryer for added convenience. There is also a sunny three-season room with comfortable seating as well as a table & chairs for games or meals. Relax on the decks at both the front and the back of the house or around the firepit in the spacious back yard. SMOKING AND PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED. Anyone disregarding these rules will be asked to leave AND will be charged a $200 cleaning fee. We ask that guests be courteous to the home owners and to other guests by abiding by these rules. We work hard to provide a comfortable, clean home for our guests to enjoy and ask that they, in return, be respectful of the property. Minimum age for all renters is 21 unless accompanied by a parent, and ID's are checked by the property owners. Check-in is after 4pm and Check-out is promptly at 11 a.m. In preparation of cleaning the house and getting it ready for the next guests, we have a checklist of minimal things to do before you leave (such as washing dishes, removing sheets from beds, etc.). Our cleaning fee assumes that these things will be done, but any renters who do not want to do them have the option of paying a higher cleaning fee.

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Property manager

John & Kay Krakoski
Premier Host
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Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Dushore

Located in Dushore, this holiday home is in a rural area. Sullivan County Historical Society and Eagles Mere Air Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Eagles Mere Historic Village and French Asylum. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling.

What's nearby

  • St. Basil's Church - 9 min drive
  • Bob Kosts Pond - 9 min drive
  • Worlds End State Park - 19 min drive
  • Eagles Mere Lake - 22 min drive
  • Ricketts Glen State Park - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Williamsport, PA (IPT-Williamsport Regional) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pam's Restaurant - 9 min drive
  • Jolly Trolley - 9 min drive
  • MaryBeth's WestSide Deli - 9 min drive
  • The Mad Bakers - 11 min drive
  • Subway - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lusch Acres Retreat ...Unwind & Enjoy a Relaxing Vacation pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lusch Acres Retreat ...Unwind & Enjoy a Relaxing Vacation?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lusch Acres Retreat ...Unwind & Enjoy a Relaxing Vacation?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lusch Acres Retreat ...Unwind & Enjoy a Relaxing Vacation located?

This family-friendly Dushore holiday home is located in a rural location, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Endless Mountains, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Loyalsock State Forest and Bob Kosts Pond. Sullivan County Historical Society and Eagles Mere Air Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sharon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy get away
Came with daughter and grandson. There was some snow still left so my grandson had a great time playing in it! We played ball in the front yard where the snow had melted. Took a walk down the road and had some cozy time reading and watching movies Nice place for a weekend getaway for us Would recommend and would stay there again without a doubt.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenn D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
oct road trip
excellant property would not hesitate to rent again
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

vanessa j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cottage
We’ve been here several times now and really enjoy the retreat. It’s back far enough from the beaten path to be quiet, although there seems to be a little more road traffic than last year, but that could be due to several new homes being built nearby. We always see deer on the property and there’s lots to do nearby. Always a fun getaway!
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend in the mountains
The rental was very clean and the beds were very comfortable. It was a beautiful setting, and despite the rainy weekend, we had a great time! Lots of memories made on our girl's trip! Thank you for a pleasant time at your property.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pa vacation
Great place to stay, it has a big outside deck on three sides of the house, with a big sun room. Comfortable beds, everything we needed and more. Seen deer everyday, on a quiet road with very little traffic. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by John & Kay Krakoski

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Hi I'm John and this is my family; my wife Kay, daughters Jessica, Sarah and son John Michael. Kay and I both grew up in beautiful Sullivan County, left here in 1974 to go to college, and then married and lived across the country as I was working for IBM. We moved back here in 2008, retired in 2011 and now enjoy living once again in the area that we love!

Why they chose this property

The land this house was built on was part of the original family farm that my mother's ancestors from Germany homesteaded in 1850. Prior to this cute cottage stood a 2 story chicken coop where they raised chickens. When I was a young boy, the chickens were gone but I had lots of fun playing in the 'Coop'. My father passed away in 1975 and my mother was fortunate enough to finish raising the younger children in our family home until 1980, when she sold the entire farm. It changed hands twice before my wife and I were blessed to be able to buy most of the homestead back.

This piece of property was part of a 10 acre parcel that was sold and then sub-divided and 2 new homes built. This one we call 'The Retreat', the other and much larger one is called 'The Lodge'.

My wife and I re-built the old Homestead across the road. That is where my ancestors built the original 'Homestead' and that is where Mom and then my 6 brothers and sister and I grew up. When we moved back in 2008 we originally were going to renovate the Homestead but instead tore it down and rebuilt in it's similar footprint.(Of course we've added some nice amenities) but it really does remind everyone of the 'Grand Old Lady' that it used to be.

What makes this property unique

As a vacation rental all of our guests have been quite pleased with the accommodations of the Retreat. They remark on the comfort of the home, the peaceful, quiet location, and the beauty of the woods that surround the house as well as it's central location to most activities within the county. You can get away from it all AND still have the convenience of being only 4 miles from Dushore (with grocery stores, a pharmacy and restaurants)!

The county is perfect for relaxing and connecting with nature right in your backyard or deck, to go exploring the many state parks and trails, fabulous scenic vista views, or swimming in the spring fed lakes and streams. More recently we have had some local wineries as well as a micro-brewery pop up and they are fun to go visit.

Also, since this is part of our homestead you have access to 200 acres for exploring the woods and fields right out your back door.

Languages:

English

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