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Large Chalet in the Hideout Gated Community

Family-friendly chalet in Lake Ariel with an outdoor pool

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KSK Getaway
An open floor plan with plenty of space for the whole family.
Watch TV, read a book or play a game in our spacious living room.
Interior
Make a family dinner in our fully equipped kitchen.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 13325.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Hamlin, PA
  • Place, Claws 'N' Paws Wild Animal Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Brooks Lake
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Wallenpaupack
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Large Chalet in the Hideout Gated Community

The house has 5 bdrms. on three levels. 3rd Floor- Master Bdm. with King size bed, and one bedroom with two twins, and one large master bathroom. The Main Floor has 2 bedrooms. One has a queen size bed and other has bunk beds and one full size bed. One full bath on that floor. First Floor has one bedroom with queen size bed, one full bath, a full size pull out couch and a deck.
The house has 26 foot ceilings on the main level with a gas fireplace. There are also a combo Heat/AC units on the main level lower level and in of the 4 bedrooms. The kitchen is open concept equipped with everything you need to make your own meals if you desire. Off of the living area on the main level is a comfy sunroom great for relaxing. There is free wifi and a wii game console for your convenience.
The lower level of the house has two large areas - for relaxing, watching TV and playing games which include darts, foosball, and ping pong. There are three decks at the house, a gas grill and outdoor table and chairs.
The Hideout is a four star gated community and has many amenities - Two pools, two areas to enjoy the large lake ( the one in walking distance to our home) a 9 hole golf course, Club house to eat lunch and dinner, and a brand new full recreation center with indoor tennis, gym, game room, salon, library and all purpose room for movie viewing. We have a art center and a ski hill with a chair lift, tubing and lessons and rentals available. There is outdoor dining and a tiki bar at the main lodge.

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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: 30
Check out before 11:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We love renting our home to families!
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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
Smoking on any of the outside decks is allowed.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Linens - If you choose to use our linens for the beds they must be washed & returned prior to checkout. Dish towels & hand towels must be washed too.
Bath and Beach Towels are supplied by the renter. IMPORTANT: There are no bath or beach towels for guests only hand and dish towels available.
6 cars maximum per rental

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lake Ariel

Lake Ariel is home to this chalet. Sculpted Ice Works Factory and Ice Harvest Museum and Harmony Presents are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Lake Wallenpaupack and Sterling Marina. Travelling with kids? Consider Claws 'N' Paws Wild Animal Park and Lake Township Park. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
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Hamlin, PA

What's nearby

  • Claws 'N' Paws Wild Animal Park - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Brooks Lake - 6 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Lake Wallenpaupack - 11 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Deer Beach - 15 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Blueberry Lake - 17 min drive - 15.5 km

Getting around

  • Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hideout Clubhouse - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Big Dog Daddy - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Totem Pole - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Der Jaeger - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Large Chalet in the Hideout Gated Community have a pool?

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

Is Large Chalet in the Hideout Gated Community pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Large Chalet in the Hideout Gated Community?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Large Chalet in the Hideout Gated Community?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Where is Large Chalet in the Hideout Gated Community located?

This family-friendly Lake Ariel chalet is within 3 mi (5 km) of Claws 'N' Paws Wild Animal Park and Brooks Lake. Lake Township Park and Deer Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 225 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patrick R.

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

Great Stay, Family Friendly

Great place, lots to do, and very family friendly. The house is clean and most importantly the owner is very responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for our group of 11. It is very large, in a quiet neighborhood and has everything you need to cook at home and have meals out on the deck. Large play area with lots of toys for the little ones. The amenities at the Hideout are great and the house is very close to the main pool and beach. John was a great host and responded immediately to any questions or concerns.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia F.

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

Perfect family getaway

The Chalet was perfect for our family getaway. We had family from all over, so we needed plenty of rooms and parking. Everything was perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marissa C.

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

Birthday getaway

Another year staying here, another wonderful experience! Thanks as always for making our special events so wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Virginia S., Lebanon Pa

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

Home away from home

We enjoy staying there. planning going back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Josephine L.

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

We had a great experience the owner Jack went above and beyond greet guy we will definitely coming b

The house was so beautiful decorated for Christmas very nice my family has a great tone the owner Jack went above and beyond to make our stay great will definitely come back
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Martin D.

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

Quick Getaway

Great stay at this Lake Ariel property. The house is in great condition with a large kitchen and living area. The host, John, is very responsive and accommodating, we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

deb l., New Jersey

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

Family reunion

Great home for family reunion after Christmas. Owner is wonderful
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Winter Getaway

Stayed at this home before. Great house, great location. Owner easy to reach, and always checks to see how you are doing!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Saily A.

Perfect family home

The house was amazing. Very spacious and beautiful. The location is close to all the amenities and lake. Would definitely recommend for anyone looking for a family vacation house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Betty and Frank I., Branford ct

The house is exactly as pictured. Lots of room and beautiful!

The beds were all great, house is beautiful. The kitchen and dinning area is perfect for a large group. John was terrific to deal with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Hideout week

Home is great. Nicely laid out and plenty of toys for little kids. Owner is very responsive. Great location, had snow and kids skiid
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karin V.

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

Amazing Getaway

We had an amazing time! The house was perfect for the age range of our kids. Owner was very communicative! Would highly recommend this rental!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jen R.

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

Family get away!

We had a wonderful stay! The house was super clean and really spacious. Plenty of room for everyone! John was super helpful and was quick responding to my messages! Will definitely go back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Annemarie D.

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

Wedding stay

We had a great time. John was totally accessible and answered my many questions/requests promptly
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

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

Great family get together

We were together with extended family. The house is lovely! We were back and forth to Scranton for a couple of events. Easy drive back and forth. Wish we would have had time to use some of the amenities. Great place for the family to gather!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

George S.

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

Superb vacation home

Beautiful location. Super nice host with great communication and very responsive. So many amenities. Lots of streaming options. Lots of useful cookware, utensils and other kitchenware. Saw some young deer and a flock/rafter of turkeys. We definitely hope to go back sometime.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick R.

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

Great Stay!

This house was perfect for our family. It's spacious and clean. There are tons of activities within the community. The owner was very friendly and responsive. The price to rent was very reasonable. I would def recommend to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

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

Awesome all around

Great experience and excellent communication. Clean and location is perfect. Looking forward to another visit in the winter - do some tubing and enjoy the fireplace. Thanks for a great time John - much appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey O.

Great!!

The house was amazing. In spite of continuous rain we still had a great family vacation (2 grandparents, 2 parents & 6 children). The Hideout is a great community. We would definitely do it again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen N., Allentown, PA

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

Great Family Weekend

We had a great weekend in Lake Ariel. Such a nice way to celebrate our father's 80th birthday together as a family. Plenty of room for all guests to relax and the downstairs area was perfect for teens to hang out and play games! Hopefully the weather cooperates a little more next time ;)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

James B.

Overall very good

Nice large home. Great for large group w kids. Clean, but maybe needs some upgrades.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Serge T., Brooklyn

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

Perfect house for big group

This was my second time back at John’s home and like before it always exceeds my expectations. John is a fantastic host with a beautiful home nestled in the trees, perfect for relaxing and finding those calm moments everyone needs if you live in the city. Highly recommend his home!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karina H.

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

Excellent Vacation Home!

We had an opportunity to spend the week in this home. It was very clean and well equipped to make our stay comfortable. There are so many activities to do at the house, in the Hideout community and surrounding area. We kept so busy that coming back to this beautiful rental to relax and enjoy family time was something to look forward to every day. Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by John Kratzer

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My wife Linda has been friends with the previous owner Lauren for over 30 years and, we spent several family vacations at the house before Lauren decided to sell.
Our family was thrilled to be able to purchase this beautiful home from Lauren & John this past August and, as owners we look forward to many more memorable family vacations together in the Hideout.
We think your family will enjoy our home too!

Why they chose this property

After several incredible family vacations to the Hideout it was a no brainer to buy this home from our friends Lauren & John when they decided to sell! The house is perfect for a large family gathering and, the Hideout offers so many amenities no matter the season!
We hope you enjoy your stay in our home as much as we always do!

What makes this property unique

The Hideout is the perfect place for a family vacation spring, summer, fall or winter! There is always something to do!

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