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Ricketts Glen Retreat

Farm stay in Benton, near Ricketts Glen State Park

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
NZ$311
avg per night

Explore the area

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Benton, PA
  • Place, Ricketts Glen State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Jean
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Jean Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom #1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #2

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
The current price is NZ$311
avg per night

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About the area

Benton

Located in Benton, this farm stay is in a rural area and in the mountains. Mill Race Golf Resort and Colonel Ricketts Hard Cider are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ricketts Glen State Park and The Glens Natural Area.
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What's nearby

  • The Glens Natural Area - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Ricketts Glen State Park - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Lake Jean - 8 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Ganoga Lake - 11 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Lake Jean Beach - 12 min drive - 9.2 km

Getting around

  • Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big John And The Bears - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Jamison City Hotel - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Rickett's Glen Hotel - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Crooked Creek - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Trails End Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Ricketts Glen Retreat

This mountain home is the bigger of our 2 rentals near Ricketts Glen state park. We just finished renovating and are very pleased with the result. This property which was my grandparents actually borders Ricketts Glen. I have many fond memories hunting and hiking the mountain and coming back to my Gram’s exceptional cooking. This home is situated off of Hynick road tucked in on the western border of Ricketts Glen on 10 private acres. Walking distance from the falls!

Amenities

Air conditioning
Laundry

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
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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

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Ricketts Glen Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ricketts Glen Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ricketts Glen Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ricketts Glen Retreat located?

Situated in the mountains, this farm stay is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from The Glens Natural Area and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Ricketts Glen State Park. Lake Jean and Ganoga Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

Ricketts Glen Retreat Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alema N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a very nice peaceful . The surrounding is beautiful. The house had everything we needed. Will book again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abbie S., Manheim, USA

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

Spacious house in a great location

Whether hanging out in the house or enjoying the very close-by state park, this place was the perfect place to unwind and enjoy nature.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth G.

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

Great house close to hiking at Ricketts Glen!

Great house to stay just outside the Falls Trail (trail with 21 waterfalls) at Ricketts Glen. The kitchen was nicely equipped with everything we needed to cook meals between hiking. The fire pit was so nice in the evening after hiking during the day. We would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was perfect for day hiking and close to a Dollar General for basics. We enjoyed the Evergreen Trail with dogs, then Cherry Run Loop and Falls Trail during our stay. Bringing bedding/towels added extra luggage, but doable. Very peaceful and pet friendly. We required no assistance during our stay and we were able to check in early which was much appreciated! We would definitely stay again! The kids (teeangers) enjoyed the ping pong, chess and other games available. Lots of various wildlife poop on property....but we didn't get to see anything fun (or scary) while there aside from a friendly grey cat. :) Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was my second time at this property. I love this beautiful place. It is very convenient for hiking at Ricketts Glen. The host is a great communicator and responds very quickly to questions. The house is immaculate, comfortable, and equipped with everything you need for a comfortable stay. I would book again without question.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOHN F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house. Had all the accommodations we needed. Terrific location. Wonderful host. Zero complaints
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a really lovely house and very comfortable. We were only two people staying and had lots of room, but the house can accommodate many more. The kitchen was great for cooking and the game room was lots of fun. The location off of the highway made it a very quiet place. As others have mentioned, you need to buy a bag of ice if you like using ice. You also need to bring your own linens and towels, which was a little inconvenient, but the comfort of the home made up for it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tam D.

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

Nice place close to Ricketts Glenn

Nice place to stay close to Ricketts Glenn state park. Grand kids enjoyed the game room & having smores around the fire pit after our hike.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily A.

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

Perfect Nature Getaway

The peaceful house has plenty of room and is in a beautiful area to explore nature. We walked to the falls trail at Ricketts Glen and had bonfires every night.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Vivian K.

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

Private

Loved the location. It’s very private with a huge yard. It’s really nice the owner can provide firewood (small fee) and there are tongs to make s’ mores. All the basic supplies were there- toliet paper and dish soap. Basic kitchen spices, too. The bed we picked wasn’t great- sinks after a bit, but not terrible. Had fun playing games and watching TV. I will definitely rent again. The trails in the park are magnificent. Ice cream at Fran’s Dairy Barn is yummy! We took advantage of the nicely stocked kitchen to cook at home
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Randi B.

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

Great location

The house is quaint and clean. The kitchen cabinets are very difficult to open and shut. Just old I guess. There were old pots and pans and not enough to cook one spaghetti meal. Most of the house was very clean. The upstairs tub was not clean. I should have been a more thorough reader of the details. Bringing towels, bedding for a family of 6 was a lot to pack for one weekend. Additionally there’s no dishwasher. Not a big deal, but time consuming as well. Location was great and the park is amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven P.

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

The big house by the park

Huge house ....great for our family..... The kitchen is great to cook in... And the out side fire pit was also large enough for us... We had a fire every night
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Marilyn K.

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

Rickett’s Glenn Retreat

Nice old farmhouse on a beautiful tree lined road. Great location very close to the park. The house was clean, but the inside of the refrigerator and microwave hadn’t been cleaned.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Tracy Q.

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

Close to Ricketts Glen

Long weekend hiking at Ricketts Glen. House was close to state park.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl R.

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

Great stay with Old Friends

Reconnected with some close friends from 30+ yrs ago. Met here at the Vrbo and went on a journey to see the 21 waterfalls ffom Ricketts Glen. The beauty of the waterfalls was amazing Thank you for your warm home environment.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

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

Great Location to the Park

Jeff was an excellent host - Flexible and very easy to contact. The house and grounds were perfect for the whole family.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna C., Oneida, NY

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

Rented both houses for wedding at Ricketts Glen

Great location for exploring Ricketts Glen. My daughter's wedding was at Adams Falls, very close by. House was very old farm house, perfect for our country loving family. We rented both houses as we have a lot of kids and my parents were with us, too. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim G.

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

Great long weekend getaway

Jeff is an excellent host with a nice home in a great location to visit Ricketts Glen. House was clean with all amenities in working order. We plan on returning. Thank you Jeff.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol K.

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

peaceful getaway

The house and grounds were very nice and well kept. It was a very quiet, peaceful area and we enjoyed just sitting back and relaxing while the others went hiking or to the beach. I would definitely recommend this to others. The house, by the way, was an older home that has been remodeled and was beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelley H.

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

Good stay for Ricketts Glen State Park

We enjoyed our stay. We especially liked the den, the outdoor patio, and the rooster who came to visit. The house was large, clean, and had its own personality. Note: If you use a lot of ice, bring some ice cube trays with you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rich H.

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

A Nice Time

We have a very nice time. We enjoyed the property, beautiful surroundings, and the proximity to Ricketts Glen.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen J.

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

Close to Ricketts Glen State Psrk

This property was perfect for our weekend at Ricketts Glen State Park. The property is very close to the main entrance and was perfect for our weekend getaway. It was clean, well taken care of and we’ll stocked. We would definitely stay here again if we find ourselves back in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

William W.

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

Great getaway!

Property manager was fantastic with communication. House was spotless. Secluded and great location. Would recommend to anyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shariti L.

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

Family Get Away

The property is as described & as it looks in pictures. Very clean & spacious. Jeff stopped in the day we got there to see if we had any questions & to fill us in on what was available in the local community. Our stay was peaceful & quiet & very enjoyable. We plan to stay agsinsome time.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wes S.

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

Nothing could have made out stay any better.

We rented it for 4 nights to celebrate my mother’s 80th birthday with a few family members. It was perfect and no complaints. Owner Jeff is so friendly. Everyone enjoyed the game room and also a brief time at the outside fireplace.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021