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Where Adventure Meets Tranquility at The Boarding Bear Chalet

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A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, large windows, wooden ceiling, and a deck area.
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a built-in island, and a balcony with a railing.
A campfire surrounded by rocks and logs in a forested area.
A spacious living room with a large sectional sofa, wooden flooring, a high ceiling, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A cabin with multiple windows, surrounded by trees, at dusk.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Foosball onsite
    A rare find — the foosball table is waiting for you.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Jim Thorpe, PA
  • Place, Lehigh Gorge State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Hickory Run State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Bear Mountain Butterfly Sanctuary
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Allentown, PA (ABE-Lehigh Valley Intl.)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Dining area

About this property

Where Adventure Meets Tranquility at The Boarding Bear Chalet

Escape to The Boarding Bear Chalet, a custom-built Pocono Mountain vacation rental near historic Jim Thorpe and Jack Frost Big Boulder ski resort. Nestled on 1.3 private wooded acres in a peaceful cul-de-sac within a private lake community, this cozy Pocono chalet is the perfect four-season getaway for families, couples, and adventure seekers alike.
This spacious mountain retreat features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a loft, laundry room, and a stunning great room with soaring windows and a beautiful wood-burning fireplace. Enjoy modern comforts including newer stainless-steel appliances, energy-efficient HVAC, high-speed Wi-Fi, and breathtaking nature views from upper-level bedroom balconies and the large wrap-around deck.
After a day of skiing, snowboarding, hiking, biking, or whitewater rafting, relax around the gas firepit, grill dinner on the deck, or unwind indoors with pool, foosball, cocktails, and bar seating in the game area. Whether you’re planning a romantic Pocono getaway, family vacation, ski trip, or friends’ adventure weekend, The Boarding Bear Chalet offers the perfect blend of comfort, entertainment, and tranquility.
Located just minutes from Lehigh Gorge State Park and Hickory Run State Park, guests can enjoy waterfalls, scenic hiking trails, biking along the Lehigh Gorge, fishing, and the famous Boulder Field. Whitewater rafting, paintball, and outdoor adventures are nearby, making this an ideal Pocono adventure retreat.
Downtown Jim Thorpe — known as the “Switzerland of America” — is only about 20 minutes away and offers charming shops, wineries, restaurants, museums, and year-round events. Guests also enjoy access to the private lake community beach and playground for even more outdoor fun.
Whether you’re seeking a peaceful mountain escape, cozy cabin vibes, outdoor adventure, or unforgettable family memories, The Boarding Bear Chalet is your perfect Pocono getaway in every season.
We hope you love our mountain home as much as we do!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Please watch children very carefully.
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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
Please we ask no smoking on the Premises at all.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
1. Wash & remove all dishes in dishwasher. 2. Make sure you remove lint from dryer to prevent fire. 3. Shut electric fireplaces off, make sure all fires are out. 4. Take home what you brought.
1. Please make sure all top & bottom of windows, sliders and doors are completely shut and secure. 2. Please remove all trash in all bathrooms, basement, kitchen trash bins 3. Fans & lights, TV's off
1. Remove all trash in bathrooms, basement, kitchen and please follow instructions for removal to dump or take home. If left $10 per bag to remove. 2. Summer set AC to 70; Winter set heat to 64
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Do not use fire pit during fire bans. Do not leave any fires (including fireplaces) unattended in the house or outside whatsoever.
NO FIREARMS, NO HUNTING, NO ATV's, NO FIREWORKS on property whatsoever. This will forfeit your deposit.
Trash removal policies are in the rental agreement. Towels, linens, and firewood are not included. Twp noise ordinance Sun-Th 9pm-8am; Fri/Sat12-8am

Important information

You need to know

Property # 909179vb
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

About the area

Jim Thorpe

Located in Jim Thorpe, this chalet is near a water park and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hickory Run State Park and Lehigh Gorge State Park, while Penn's Peak and Asa Packer Mansion Museum are cultural highlights. Check out an event or a game at Pocono Raceway, and consider making time for Split Rock Resort Indoor Waterpark, a top attraction not to be missed. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and snowmobiling.
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Jim Thorpe, PA

What's nearby

  • Lehigh Gorge State Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Hickory Run State Park - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Bear Mountain Butterfly Sanctuary - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Hawks Falls - 9 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Penn's Peak - 17 min drive - 17.2 km

Getting around

  • Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Auntie Anne's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪TB's 903 Pub - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪HUNAN HOUSE - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Dom N Ali Steaks & Seafood - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Where Adventure Meets Tranquility at The Boarding Bear Chalet pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Where Adventure Meets Tranquility at The Boarding Bear Chalet?

As of 19 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Where Adventure Meets Tranquility at The Boarding Bear Chalet on 26 August 2026 start from NZ$1,457, 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.

How much is parking at Where Adventure Meets Tranquility at The Boarding Bear Chalet?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Where Adventure Meets Tranquility at The Boarding Bear Chalet?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Where Adventure Meets Tranquility at The Boarding Bear Chalet?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Where Adventure Meets Tranquility at The Boarding Bear Chalet located?

Situated on a lake, this chalet is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Hickory Run State Park and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Lehigh Gorge State Park. Lehigh River and Bear Mountain Butterfly Sanctuary are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Jennifer or Garry D.

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We met at Camelback Ski Resort at The Thirsty Camel after a day of skiing and snowboarding in 2002. The Poconos holds a special place in our hearts. We decided to buy land and build our very own vacation home from the ground up. Garry is a builder and contractor in South Jersey. We both built this house with our own hands in our spare time while running businesses, starting & raising a family. We love Jim Thorpe, the location, the activities, the beautiful scenery, the wildlife, etc...We hope you enjoy and respect it as much as we do. We really hope you enjoy your stay and make special memories while staying in our home.

Why they chose this property

Location! Location! Location! Close to skiing, whitewater rafting, hiking, biking, shopping, etc...We love the outdoors! We chose our property specifically because of how scenic and quiet it is. The options are limitless. You can raft or hike during the day then come back, unwind, and relax around the firepit in the evening. The choice is yours! Our home offers the right amount of serenity in an area full of adventure, shopping in downtown Jim Thorpe, restaurants, and/or entertainment, etc...

What makes this property unique

Our home is located on a cul-de-sac nestled in the woods where we usually see bears, deer, turkey, and fox run freely. We love the scenery and the peaceful, quiet setting. Very relaxing yet there are many activities to keep you and your family busy no matter the season.

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