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Stunning lakefront home in the Big Bass Lake Community

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View looking up from the lake
Property grounds
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Family room view looking out onto the porch and the lake beyond
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Gouldsboro, PA
  • Place, Lake Watawga
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Larsen Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Big Bass Lake
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom #1 (First floor)

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #2 (First floor)

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom #3 (Finished Basement)

1 King Bed

Bedroom #4 (Finished Basement)

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Living Room 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

Loft

1 Double Futon

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

1st floor bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Lower level bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bedroom Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Stunning lakefront home in the Big Bass Lake Community

2 story house + finished basement sitting on the water in the Big Bass Lake community just 5 minutes off of I-380. The house has a modern, open kitchen, washer & dryer, gas fireplace, and 2 TV areas (family room, finished basement).

** Besides those submitted to VRBO additional reviews are available in the Photos section **

- Water toys: dock, pedal-boat, paddle board, 5 kayaks, canoe
- Xbox 360 & Nintendo Wii + games for the kids in the loft
- Large deck (with gas grill) and stone patio (including built-in firepit) for outdoor entertainment.
- Garage converted into a mini "pool hall".
- Loft and finished basement have sleeper sofas.

Big Bass Lake Community Association is a 5-star gated community which has many year round amenities including a clubhouse with a snack bar and game room, 4 tennis courts, a basketball court, horseshoes, bocce courts, 2 beaches, a tubing hill, indoor and outdoor pools, as well as fishing on any of our 3 lakes. (Access to these facilities is available for an extra Association fee and is subject to seasonal schedules (e.g. outdoor pool)).

Close to:
Gouldsboro State Park (< 5 minutes)
Tobyhanna State Park (15 mins)
Kalahari Resort (~ 15-20 mins)
Camelback Mountain (~ 30 mins)
Big Boulder Ski Area (~ 35 mins)
Jack Frost Ski area (~ 35 mins)

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We want to warmly welcome you to our family-oriented community and hope that you enjoy yourselves. Please plan your activities so that they're aligned with the goal of bringing your family together in our home and surrounding area; if you violate the Association rules you'll be subject to possible fines. Our goal is for your family to make life-long memories together while not impacting our neighbors nor our community. We look forward to hosting you!

I hope this answers any questions you may have; please reach out if you want any additional information!

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR RENTERS:
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* Booking window is generally +1 year out from "today" if you want to book further out please reach out (use the "Contact Host" option and pick "dummy dates") to discuss.

*All renters must be 25 years or older unless all parents are present. *

* All reservations are conditional upon renters reviewing, signing, and returning a separate 2-page BBLCA registration (which is really more of an application) at least 1 week prior to the rental period otherwise your reservation is subject to cancellation.

* The max. # of people permitted on the property at any time is 12, including renters and any day guests; this is per BBLCA rules. Day guests should be accounted for on the BBLCA application that you'll be filling out. *

* During the summer season only Saturday-to-Saturday full-week rentals are accepted.

* Check-in/out times: Generally-speaking 4 PM and 11 AM, respectively. Outside of summer rentals please contact me if you want to inquire about flexibility (which in part will depend upon the last and/or next rental and corresponding time required for housekeepers). *

*Renters must either bring their own bed linens and towels or use a third-party service such as Pocono Linens (10% discount available with confirmed booking). Pillows, blankets, and comforters are provided.*

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
BBLCA counts all children towards capacity limits
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
BBLCA rental form needs to be submitted at least 3 business days prior to arrival. Renter pays $15 per change *after* 1st submission.
Check-out times: For Saturday-to-Saturday rentals check-out time is 11:00 AM; otherwise check-out is at 4 PM.

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Gouldsboro

Located in Gouldsboro, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Lake Wallenpaupack and Newfoundland Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Gouldsboro State Park and Tobyhanna State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Kalahari and Summit Lanes. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing and other activities like sledging.
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Gouldsboro, PA

What's nearby

  • Lake Watawga - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Larsen Lake - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Big Bass Lake - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Gouldsboro State Park Beach - 6 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Kalahari - 22 min drive - 31.0 km

Getting around

  • Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Country Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Kay’s Daily Grind - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Happy Family - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Kay's Italian Resturant - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Stunning lakefront home in the Big Bass Lake Community have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Stunning lakefront home in the Big Bass Lake Community pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stunning lakefront home in the Big Bass Lake Community?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning lakefront home in the Big Bass Lake Community?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stunning lakefront home in the Big Bass Lake Community located?

This family-friendly Gouldsboro holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Lehigh River and Gouldsboro State Park. Gouldsboro State Park Beach and Larsen Lake are also within 2 miles (3 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. 84 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 88 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Danny K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, this was our second time as a group and perfect for our two families with kids. Especially loved the boats and outdoor space for grilling, meals on the deck and fire pit.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug M.

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

Family Getaway

We had an amazing time here. The house was clean, spacious, and had everything we needed for our large group. We loved all of the outside spaces and how easy it was to get down to the water. The dock was nice and the lake was perfect. I was impressed with how well the host communicated information before our trip and his availability during our trip. Everything was perfect, and I would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is fantastic! Everything was as described. Check in was flawless with Greg helping along the way! Kitchen was very well stocked, even with spices! Beds were comfortable. Lakeside was so lovely and view from house likewise. Plenty of space for everyone to spread out and do their own thing! The Big Bass Lake offerings were great too. We went to the beach and the pool and the kids played paddleball. Finally, the daily visits by the baby deer were a family favorite!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

K P.

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

So Perfect!

We take a lake house vacation every year as a family. This one definitely checked all of the boxes. From a beautiful house with so much space, to a fun filled dock area for tubing and boating, and a perfect firepit area for nightly s'mores. We really enjoyed all of what this property had to offer and our host, Greg, was super attentive and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara P.

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

Great house, great family time

This is our 3rd time staying at this house and each time has been a pleasure for me and my extended family (ages 2-70). Greg, the owner is always pleasant and prompt with his emails. The house itself is beautiful, comfortable for our 11 people, and always clean. For my family the best parts of this rental were the decks, the boats (kayaks, canoe and paddle boat), the dock, the small beach for the youngest, the comfortable house, the quiet street for my grandsons to bike and skateboard on, the wildlife sightings (deer, rabbits, bear, woodpeckers and river otters) and the proximity to Goldsboro State Park. Hope to go back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan Moore

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

Great vacation!!!!

We had a great time and the property was great! The lake, fire pit, and house were all better than expected. We will be staying here again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

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

Great spot! Very helpful host

Family get away and this home did not disappoint! Loved the boats, pool table, we even had a blast with the WII. We did have perfect weather and Lake Natalie was just perfect, quiet and serene.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

catherine n.

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

A wonderful place for a family vacation

Intergenerational family vacation with appeals to all. We spent a lot of time on the water with many water toys. Enjoyed grilling and nights around the fire. We were blessed with great weather. All in all a perfect vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz H.

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

Just as advertised: Stunning Lake House

Comfortable for large group that included children with many things to entertain us. Even when the weather wasn’t ideal, the home and its lake along with the Big Bass Lake amenities made for a perfect family reunion!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce J.

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

Our Family Vacay

This property was great. It was perfect for our group of ten. The owner was terrific and easy to contact if there were any problems. We all thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barry L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terrific property for our extended large family vacation! (9 adults, 1 toddler, 2 infants). Large common area on the middle floor was perfect for gathering together, playing with the kids, and talking. Excellent and well supplied kitchen allowed 2-3 "preparers". Huge dining table allowed all of us to eat together, with enough chairs for all of the adults! Our 4 year old grandson loved the upstairs loft for hiding and playing. The master bedroom on that level is huge and nicely private, with a large en suite. Two bedrooms and a bath out of the way on the middle floor, and two more downstairs on the lower floor allowed people to get some privacy when they needed it. Another gathering spot on the lower floor was great for smaller gatherings. Property is wooded and private, with a nice little beach and dock area on the water., The kayaks and canoe got a lot of use, and the fire pit got some use a couple of nights, weather permitting. All in all we could not have asked for a better location!Greg is one of the best owners I have dealt with over the years (and I have dealt with many) - excellent communication, quick to respond to questions, and outstanding availability before, during, and after our stay. He is truly interested in making sure that you have a great stay! This house and owner get my highest recommendation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

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

Annual Family Vacation

The house was very spacious and beautiful. We enjoyed the kayaks each day. The Association Club house and pool were also a great way to spend time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken B.

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

A Week on a Lake

This property is a gorgeous retreat with fantastic views and easy living. Ample rooms to sleep, space on every floor to spread out. Windows everywhere! The views and light are more than could be imagined.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan M., Warminster, PA, USA

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

Great lake front vacation

This property was lovely. This was our second time vacationing at this house and it was another good experience. The host was very good at communicating all the needed information and was very responsive to emails and text messages.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Labor Day Weekend

Very clean property, exactly as described. A great family reunion weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Anthony C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
I don’t always write reviews for travel businesses mostly because I lack the time and 90% of the places I go with my family meet the ratings already made by others. I’m writing this review because I felt that the rating given by others was somewhat inflated based on our experience. Lake: While the house has a lovely view of a small lake, nowhere in the advertising is it mentioned that lake access by the house is covered with algae and aquatic plants. Also, the lake bottom feels like quicksand because of how quickly you sink. Not an issue for adults, but not an ideal swimming hole for little kids. Community pass: The house is part of a community association, which gets you access to many nice amenities. The beach on Big Bass Lake was much more kid-friendly for laketime than the lake by the house. And our kids also liked the pool and tennis/pickleball courts. What is not disclosed in the listing is the cost to use the community facilities, which is 30/person for a week, and the community association only does weekly passes from Friday to Thursday, which cost us extra. Other minor things: The blankets for the beds are very thin and lacking in comfort and/or warmth. Linens/towels are not included and cost 200/week to rent. We ran out of propane while in the middle of grilling dinner and had to restock propane. Lastly, the community association polices the speed limit at a gestapo-level and you will receive a 150 fine for going even 1mph over the 25mph limit.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara P.

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

Great vacation spot

This is a lovely house and setting for a family vacation. The house is clean, well organized and perfectly situated on a quiet, shallow lake. The small sand beach in front of the house provided a nice place for my young grandsons to safely play in the water. No luck fishing but the kayaks and the paddle boat were being used each day. There were 11 of us comfortably enjoying the house, the lake and the nearby state parks. This is our second year renting this house, so you know I would recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

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

Lovely lake house

This lake house was so spacious, nicely decorated, and make a great home base during our weeklong stay in the Poconos. We spent our days swimming, fishing, boating, and making smores. Greg was a pleasure to work with. We would definitely stay again. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick F.

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

Great Lake House Weekend

My friends and I had a great weekend at Greg's lake property. The pictures are accurate, the location is fantastic, and the lake is serene. It's a great getaway spot for families or friends. The house is large and everything you could need is there. Greg is responsive and easy to communicate with. We hope to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Mindy E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Natalie Lake Home

Nice house, quiet neighborhood, nice for evening walks with toddlers to look at deer. Cleaning crew needs to do a better job. Renters should be aware that lake is not a swimmable lake, shallow and lots of vegetation. Will need to purchase amenities pass and go to beach and pool which are very nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara P., Havertown, PA

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

A vacation by the lake

This is a beautiful home, clean, comfortable and right on the lake with all the boats you need to enjoy the water. The house is very nice, with plenty of room for our large family. Having Goldsboro State Park a short drive away was wonderful too. Greg was very helpful and easy to get in contact with. We would love to visit this house again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor D.

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

The feeling of being home away from home

Just from the start, the owner of this property was so kind, he made a point to reach out before our stay just to make sure he could answer any questions we had. Like how cool is that?! When you arrive to this beautiful house, that has a fully stocked kitchen, so much room you almost don’t know what to do with, sitting perfectly near the water.. you truly will be on aw of it. It was clean, welcoming and comfortable. We will definitely be back!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy J.

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

Beautiful house with gorgeous lake view

We had a weekend getaway with 10 friends and had a great time despite the rainy weekend. The house was so beautiful and spacious. The one minor issue we encountered was quickly rectified by the owner who was very gracious and a pleasure to work with. My friends and I are already looking to book this house again come spring time. We highly recommend this beautiful lake front house.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron H.

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

Amazing lakefront property

We had a lovely time at this magnificent lake house. The house is very spacious and beautifully decorated, with a stunning view of the lake. The bedrooms are large and comfortable, and the kitchen has everything you’ll need, with a very large dining room to accommodate a large group. The property is also perfectly situated on the lake, and we really enjoyed sitting around the firepit overlooking the lake - was very peaceful. Greg (property owner) is wonderful, easy to get a hold of and very responsive to our inquiries. Highly recommended!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

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

Great multi-family getaway

Our group of four couples, two with small kids, had a wonderful New Years weekend at this beautiful property! It's perfectly set up to share with multiple families - the loft is a great extra sleeping space. The kitchen is well stocked for cooking, and the big pantry for storing supplies was an amazing bonus. Greg was super responsive and helpful for our minor questions, but the check in instructions were so comprehensive and clear that we barely needed anything. We particularly enjoyed the gas fireplace and lake view, and would love to come back in warmer weather. Just what a Poconos rental experiences should be!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Greg Bonawitz

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Why they chose this property

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