Pondside Playhouse | Hot Tub, Game Room & Pool

Albrightsville, Pennsylvania
$765 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 12

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Summary:

Pondside Playhouse is the ultimate Poconos family escape where resort-style fun meets comfort & relaxation. Challenge your crew on the pickleball & basketball court, unleash your inner gamer in the arcade room & unwind in the hot tub. Enjoy movie nights in the theater room, a refreshing dip in the private pool & peaceful moments by the scenic private pond. This is a getaway you'll never want to leave.



Hosted by Wander Home - see Other Things To Note in the description below.



The Space:

SPECIAL AMENITIES & SPACES:

● Expansive, 20-acre private property all to yourself

● Pond w/ beach - swim, fish (catch & release), canoe, or sunbathe

● Large hot tub fits 7+

● Above-ground pool (not heated) for summer months May 22 – October 8 (Note: dates subject to change)

● Movie theater w/ large projector screen, recliner seats & surround sound speakers

● Dogs welcome ($150 fee per dog)

● Fun zone - pool table, Street Fighter arcade game, Pop-A-Shot basketball, Xbox Series S, foosball, air hockey, shuffleboard & more!

● Private, indoor basketball & pickleball court (not heated) - basketballs and pickleball equipment provided

● Sports bar w/ mini fridge & wine cooler

● Gas and wood-burning fireplaces

● Master bedroom suite w/ king bed & soaking tub

● Roku TVs and streaming sticks - stream all your favorite apps



OTHER FEATURES:

● Walking trail around pond

● Central A/C & heat on the 1st floor

● Radiant floor heat in the basement

● High-speed Wi-Fi

● Fully stocked & equipped kitchen

● Keurig coffee maker w/ pods & grounds provided

● Gas grill

● Board games

● Work desk

● Sony AV systems - surround sound speakers in 3 entertainment areas

● Washer & Dryer

● Ceiling fans



SLEEPING ARRANGEMENT:

● Master Bedroom: 1 king + 1 sleeper sofa

● Bedroom 1: 1 queen + futon

● Bedroom 2: 1 queen + crib w/ sheets

● Basement bedroom: 1 queen

● Living room: couch



KITCHEN:

● Microwave

● Electric stove

● Fridge/freezer with water & ice dispenser

● Toaster

● Keurig coffee maker w/ pot & single-serve options

● Dishwasher

● Cooking basics

● Tableware & cutlery

● Spices

● Grilling utensils

● Ice trays



ESSENTIALS & EXTRAS:

● Linens, pillows & towels

● Shampoo, conditioner & body wash

● Iron + board

● Hair dryers

● Laundry detergent, dishwasher detergent & dishwashing soap

● Clothing storage: closets w/ hangers, dressers & luggage racks

● Smoke alarms

● Carbon monoxide detectors

● Fire extinguisher

● First aid kit

● Vacuum



Guest Access:

● Driveway parking for up to 10 vehicles

● Self-check-in with keyless entry - Access code will be sent out once the rental agreement is signed. The rental agreement will be sent to you once the reservation is accepted. Your booking is only confirmed once it is signed. Kindly complete it within 24 hours to secure your reservation. If not signed within the deadline, your booking will be cancelled.

● Our guests will enjoy full access to the home and the entire property.

● You are welcome to use the pond and pool (when open) at your own risk. Do not allow children near the pond or pool without adult supervision.

● Guests are welcome to bring their own non-motorized boats, kayaks, canoes, etc. to use on the pond. Please see our electronic guidebook for a path to drive your watercraft to the pond.

● Early check-in and late check-out may be accommodated with a fee of $100 each. Please contact us to see if we can accommodate your request. Payment will only be collected once we confirm that your request can be accommodated.

● Late checkout without our approval will be subject to a penalty of up to $500



The Neighborhood:

10 minute drive to:

● Pocono Outdoor Adventure Tours

● Big Boulder Mountain

● Hickory Run State Park

● Stock Car Racing Experience

● Skirmish Paintball Fields

● Pocono Raceway

● Pohopoco Tract ATV Trail



15 minute drive to:

● Lake Harmony/Split Rock

● Jim Thorpe



20 minute drive to:

● Jack Frost Ski Resort

● 940 Golf N'Fun

● Hideaway Hills Golf

● Breweries & wineries



30 minute drive to:

● Camelback Ski & Waterpark Resort

● Kalahari Indoor Waterpark & Resort

● Mount Airy Casino Resort

● Mountain View Park

● Big Pocono State Park

● Pocolandia

● Pocono Manor Resort



● Lots of hiking, fishing, hunting and other recreational activities in the area.



Getting Around:

You will need a car to go anywhere off the property. Uber and taxi cabs are available in the area, but can have long wait times or be difficult to find.



We strongly recommend that you travel in an AWD/4WD vehicle. We are located in a rural, mountain location where roads can be snow covered in snow and ice.



Other Things to Note:

For specials, promotions, deals and additional availability please contact our team at Wander Home Poconos.



● The rental agreement will be sent to you once the reservation is accepted. Your booking is only confirmed once it is signed. Kindly complete it within 24 hours to secure your reservation. If not signed within the deadline, your booking may be cancelled with no refund.

● This property can accommodate up to 12 guests per local regulations. Infants under 2 are not included in this count, allowing up to 3 additional infants beyond the maximum guest limit



DOG FEE:

● $150 per dog. All dogs must be vetted. We allow a maximum of 3 dogs per booking, and we have the right to decline dogs based on breed or age. The appropriate fees will be requested once final approval has been confirmed.



● Wander Home requires that all guests have their profile 100% verified. Please upload government issued ID and payment method in your account settings, as well as sending us a photo of your ID after booking confirmation.

● Eligible refunds are subject to a 6% processing fee.

● A damage waiver fee ($50) is included for all reservations.

● NOTE: We provide enough essential items to cover stays of about 2-3 nights. If you need more supplies during your stay, you can visit Family Dollar, Square One Markets, or other nearby stores.

● We do our best to ensure there is propane available for grills and/or fire pits, but cannot guarantee there will be propane for use throughout your stay. If all available tanks are empty, we ask that you refill a tank and provide a receipt for reimbursement. Note: be sure to refill/replace the existing tanks - do not purchase a brand new tank

● Given the rural setting of the property, occasional sightings of ants, spiders, flying insects, and mice may occur despite our year-round pest control efforts. We strive to manage these encounters to the best of our ability, but cannot guarantee that the house will be completely pest free.



SECURITY CAMERAS / AUDIO RECORDING DEVICES:

● Ring doorbell camera at the front entry door.

● There are several Ring floodlight cameras located throughout the property. All are outside and in plain sight.

● There is a camera overlooking the pool area.

● There is a camera inside the garage facing garage door



Interaction with Guests:

We are here for you during your stay, but our level of interaction is up to you. We are only a phone call or message away. You and your party will be able to self check-in upon arrival.



Please remember that you are staying in a house, not a hotel. Please treat the space with respect. If any problems arise we will do our best to take action ASAP, but there is no one living on-site 24/7.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    3 Total Pets Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees Welcoming Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    On The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 4800 Sq Ft (446 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Ice Maker Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Firepit Garden Gas Grill
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub Private Pool Shared/communal Pool
  • BATHROOMS

    3.5 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Office
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Casino Nearby Fishing Nearby Golf Privileges Horse Riding Nearby Kayak On Site Theme Parks Nearby Water Park Water Park Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Arcade/game Room DVD Player Foosball Table Games Pool Or Billiards Table Stereo Video Games TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In The Mountains On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 12

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • John K.

    Submitted Apr 9, 2026

    Stayed Apr 2, 2026

    Our group of 12 had a great stay. House was as described and all the extras made it well worth it.

  • Joe K.

    Submitted Mar 15, 2026

    Stayed Mar 12, 2026

    Great property. We had a an awesome weekend.

  • Dee D.

    Submitted Mar 2, 2026

    Stayed Feb 27, 2026

    The house was amazing over all. We had a wind weekend. Host was easy to talk to and covered all of needs!

  • VIVIAN C.

    Submitted Feb 23, 2026

    Stayed Feb 20, 2026

    Great home with lots of stuff for the kids and adults to do !! The kids had such a great time with the game room. The movie theater was a plus ! We will definitely be back ..

  • Robert P.

    Submitted Feb 20, 2026

    Stayed Feb 16, 2026

    Very clean house. Kids had a blast in the game room and pickle ball court. Would highly recommend staying here. Plenty of space for large families.

  • Heike M.

    Submitted Feb 19, 2026

    Stayed Feb 12, 2026

    Our Host was extremely helpful and very kind when dealing with a few hiccups! This house was beautiful and spacious, the entertainment was amazing. My family had a wonderful time and slept amazingly. I would recommend this home to anyone. Thank you again for an excellent weekend!

  • Marisa B.

    Submitted Feb 12, 2026

    Stayed Feb 6, 2026

    It was great overall

  • Russ J.

    Submitted Jan 12, 2026

    Stayed Jan 8, 2026

    The host was very helpful and accessible. The property was great and had everything they promised. We would def stay at this property again.

  • Erin C.

    Submitted Jan 1, 2026

    Stayed Dec 29, 2025

    We had a wonderful stay with our family of 5. We only left the house once to visit camelback, the rest of the time we enjoyed the game room, theater, hot tub and family time.

  • Becky Z.

    Submitted Dec 29, 2025

    Stayed Dec 24, 2025

    We really enjoyed this home over the Christmas holiday. We were able to get right in. decorating it quickly and making it a very special Christmas.We enjoyed all of the amenities especially the theater area.

  • Agnes L.

    Submitted Dec 27, 2025

    Stayed Dec 19, 2025

    The hosts were just a text away and answered questions promptly! The house was great and had so many great amenities for my family to enjoy together! We especially enjoyed playing pickle ball on the indoor basketball/pickle ball court, playing pool, enjoying a movie together in the theater room, playing lots of other games in the game room! The house had pretty much everything we needed for a great weekend getaway! We had a wonderful time!

  • Denise M.

    Submitted Dec 15, 2025

    Stayed Dec 11, 2025

    Host was great to work with. Good communication!

  • David M.

    Submitted Nov 17, 2025

    Stayed Nov 7, 2025

    Spacious property with all the activities to help you have a great vacation.

  • Cecile G.

    Submitted Oct 20, 2025

    Stayed Oct 15, 2025

    This house was a perfect size for 8 adults. It was clean and well equipped. We especially enjoyed the remote and quiet surroundings. The game room would have been an attraction had children been in our party.

  • Michelle W.

    Submitted Oct 12, 2025

    Stayed Oct 4, 2025

    The house was exactly as advertised! Absolutely beautiful property so much to do! Pickleball and basketball court was fun! Campfires and movie night in theater was so relaxing. One of my favorite family vacations! Will definitely be back!

  • Sandi S.

    Submitted Aug 25, 2025

    Stayed Aug 22, 2025

    We had a blast at this incredible property! We used all amenities - pool, hot tub, sports court, game room, theater room, etc. We also had some unexpected visitors right at the house - deer! Saturday night we had dinner reservations about 10 minutes away at Louie's Prime and it was wonderful. Would definitely return to the house and Louie's!

  • Lauren E.

    Submitted Aug 22, 2025

    Stayed Aug 17, 2025

    The house was great and everything it advertised. They were responsive to my questions and we really enjoyed our time there.

  • Joanie N.

    Submitted Aug 16, 2025

    Stayed Aug 10, 2025

    All the amenities were first class.. there was ample kitchen supplies, bathroom supplies and all the necessary items for a comfortable stay.

  • Submitted Aug 1, 2025

    Stayed Jul 26, 2025

    Beautiful and very comfortable house on lovely large private property with so much to do on-site in rain and shine. This was a perfect house for our group of three couples, two of whom had toddlers. The first floor has a primary bedroom suite on one side of the living room and two bedrooms with a (jack and jill bathroom)on other.There is another bedroom on the lower level where the game rooms are. The living area is large and open and very easy with toddlers. (We brought a gate for the entrance to the stairway.). The kitchen was well equipped. The furniture was all comfortable and pretty and not fussy so very easy to use with kids. We sat on the front porch or the back porch depending on the time of day. The grounds are wild and beautiful. LOTS of blueberry bushes which I think the kids will remember for a long time. We enjoyed playing on the sand beach and wading into the water and feeding the fish. The pond is a tiny walk down the hill from the house. We also walked along the driveway and into the woods. Lots of fun time outisde with kids. The above ground pool and the hot tub were great. We played pickle ball in the indoor pickle-ball/ basketball court. Lots of cooking and baking in the well appointed kitchen that was right in the middle of the living area. Wonderful set-up for family together time. The home is represented by a management company that was extremely helpful and responsive to the questions we had when we first arrived. THANKS!!!!!!

  • Mayra C.

    Submitted Jul 21, 2025

    Stayed Jun 28, 2025

    Great home and location.Was perfect for our family getaway. Many amenities which was amazing. The privacy was also a plus! Hope to be back soon! Thank you for having us.

  • robilyn4546

    Submitted Jun 24, 2025

    Stayed May 31, 2025

    I had concerns about the property when we arrived. Xbox will not turn on and is clearly broken, trash found in pool table pocket, cigarette butt in cup holder of the recliner, several smelly garbage bags left in the garage, no salt, no dishwaher pods, no ground coffee, no laundry pods etc etc. I called Wanderhome and instead of addressing the issues they assured me salt, dishwasher pods, and laundry pods were provided and asked me to send pictures. Although I was insulted, I provided the pictures. My issues were never addressed and were ignored. We called 3 times and no solution was ever provided. The dumpster was not emptied the entire week we stayed and it was very full from previous stays. Overall the property is nice, but clearly not managed or properly maintained. The 400 dollar cleaning fee is exorbitant for what is missed. There are so many simple fixes and repairs that would make this property better. One great thing about our trip we saw a bear in the driveway which provided for a great photo op.

  • Mark C.

    Submitted Jun 22, 2025

    Stayed Jun 10, 2025

    Our family reunion with my wife and I (grandparents), adult children, and grandchildren chose this vacation home because of all of the onsite activities. Our children commented that the home was better than staying at a 5star hotel. The home is minutes away from Hickory Run State Park, that included hiking on Boulder Field and swimming at the beach. Even with a few days of rain, we enjoyed the game room, movie theater, large kitchen and open living room space. The pool and fishing pond were also big hits. Thank you for sharing you home to provide us with a memorable family vacation.

  • Kim B.

    Submitted Jun 21, 2025

    Stayed Jun 16, 2025

    We are return customers. Everything about this property is perfect. The location and the amenities can’t be beat. Excellent communication with the host. I highly recommend!!

  • Julia M.

    Submitted Mar 12, 2025

    Stayed Feb 27, 2025

    Seven adults and two dogs had a great stay here. There is a ton of space offering options for everyone. Really enjoyed all the natural light and the privacy of the property. Also had a lot of fun with the game room and the pickleball court! No notes, it was a great rental.

  • debbie f.

    Submitted Mar 10, 2025

    Stayed Mar 7, 2025

    Beautiful house!!! Would love to stay here in the summer! We LOVED the theater room. It was too windy for an outdoor fire so we especially loved the indoor fireplace. Would definitely come back here in the future

  • Sanid P.

    Submitted Nov 17, 2024

    Stayed Nov 11, 2024

    Everything was top-notch, from the amenities to the cleanliness of the home. It was in like new condition, very clean, and it was huge - the property was about 20 acres, I think. The company was super responsive and made the booking process a breeze. Highly recommend them!

  • Submitted Sep 27, 2024

    Stayed Sep 15, 2024

    Excellent place!

  • Sam M.

    Submitted Sep 16, 2024

    Stayed Sep 12, 2024

    The house was spacious and perfect for our long weekend away! Plenty to do on the property, loved seeing the wildlife and enjoying the pond.

  • Paula B.

    Submitted Sep 2, 2024

    Stayed Aug 30, 2024

    Family came from WV and MA to enjoy a long weekend of fun! A little rain didn’t stop our fun since the lower level theatre room and game room were loaded! And the gym provided another space for basketball and pickleball games. Evenings in the hot tub completed the fun!! Great family house!

  • Enzo M.

    Submitted Aug 29, 2024

    Stayed Aug 24, 2024

    The property was beautiful it was quiet and peaceful great place to relax and hang out with family plenty to do to keep busy great property

  • Dave N.

    Submitted Aug 24, 2024

    Stayed Aug 17, 2024

    We had an incredible week-long stay at this Pocono mountains vacation rental! The spacious property offered something for everyone - from relaxing by the pool, in the theater, or hot tub, to enjoying some friendly competition at the pool table, game room, indoor pickleball, or basketball court. We also loved exploring the beautiful surroundings, including hiking trails and a serene pond perfect for kayaking. Plus, the abundance of table space was a bonus for our family's jigsaw puzzle enthusiasts! Overall, this amazing rental exceeded our expectations and provided the perfect setting for a wonderful family reunion. We can't wait to return!

  • Roxanne C.

    Submitted Aug 10, 2024

    Stayed Aug 5, 2024

    This home has everything a family could imagine and more! I had ages 3 and up to adults and there was something for everyone to enjoy. Thank you!

  • Kim B.

    Submitted Jul 31, 2024

    Stayed Jun 16, 2024

    My family and I rent property in the Poconos every summer.A

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$640+
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