Spacious 5 BR/3 BA Pocono Chalet game room in the Hideout

Our stay with extended family was great! All the bedrooms and sleeping options were great for our 7 adults and 2 toddlers. The house and community had so much to offer it was great to do so much without spending a lot of extra money. Service was spotty so we were thankful for reliable wifi. The check in process was lengthy and their system couldn’t find our reservation at first which was a bit stressful, thankfully the property manager was immediately responsive and we got situated, but the toddlers were a hot mess waiting for us to get all of our vehicles and licenses into their system. It did take us a bit to get oriented to the community amenities, but once we did it was great! The only other negative was the basement sliding door wasn’t very secure, it seemed easily opened even when locked.

Check-in was easy and the house looked just like the photos, which we appreciated. However, there were a few things that the listing didn’t capture that impacted our stay. The basement had a strong musty smell, and the bedroom carpets were noticeably damp when we arrived. The dehumidifier was already full, which suggested this wasn’t a new issue. We ended up running it constantly and emptying it daily just to keep the space usable.There were also some cleaning oversights — toothpaste on the bathroom wall on the main floor, old water stains on the ceiling (which didn't help the overall feel of the house already), very heavy dust in spots on the deck (along with a dead bird that had clearly been there for a while), and a screen door that didn’t stay on its track. We even found leftover clothes in a drawer upstairs, which made it feel like the space hadn’t been fully reset for guests.The house worked overall, but at this price point in a community like The Hideout, the bar is a bit higher. With a little more attention to cleanliness and maintenance, this place could be great. Right now, it just feels like it's falling short of its potential.Thank you

Best first trip to the lake Our families had a wonderful first experience at the Hideout! The house was the perfect fit and included everything we needed to feel at home for our visit. Information/pamphlets and guest passes were made easily available for amenities within the Hideout and locally around the area of Lake Ariel. Loved having the initial guest book when our trip was confirmed - very detailed and informative! Bob & Sharon have a lovely home and are wonderful hosts!

Overall we had a great stay! It was very spacious with 9 guests. Great location, in walking distance of one of the lakes to take in the view. Small car ride to the pool and part of the lake you can swim in. Had an amazing time in the swimming area. Tiki bar was enjoyable as well. The hosts were very responsive prior and after the trip.

Nice community. Not very clean The hideout is cute and the lake is very relaxing. Also nice to have the pool as an option. This place was not very clean. Dirt and dust everywhere. Dead bugs under the beds. The beds on the main floor also very poor quality. One felt like just a boxspring. Host was very nice and easy to reach.

Great house with a lot of room. Walk across the street to the lake.

Great group getaway This was a really fun house to stay in, perfect for our group which included 3 families--parents and kids. It had all we needed.A few things were challenging: the gated community the property is located in was a pain to get into and the vibe felt weird to us. It was not easy communicating with the management company when we needed to change the roster of who was coming. The driveway was too steep and icy for my little Prius to climb when we arrived so I parked on the street, and got a ticket from the gated community for my troubles. So not a perfect weekend.

Family The house was nice. It wasn't quite as secluded as we had expected. Getting checked into the gated community took some time as there was a long line of people waiting to register. The property manager was very helpful and quick to get back to us.

Great spot in the Hideout This was our 4th or 5th year staying at this property, and we again had a great stay. They layout is perfect for a multi-generational group. The massive kitchen table allowed us to eat all meals together, and the multiple levels allowed us to spread out when we needed to. The owner was extremely helpful when we were trying to figure out the fireplace controls, as was the property manager. We definitely recommend!