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Cozy Pennsylvania Home w/ Pool Table & Pool Access

Effort vacation home in Sun Valley area

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A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, a large sofa, and a glass coffee table.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel dishwasher, granite countertops, a window with blinds, and a clock on the wall.
A covered patio area with wicker furniture, a stone pathway, and a view of the surrounding forest.
A spacious living room with a large sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a fluffy rug.
A spacious dining area with a glass table, metal chairs, and a stone fireplace.

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Effort, PA
  • Place, Robin Hood Lakes
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Camelbeach Mountain Waterpark
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Kalahari
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Airport, Allentown, PA (ABE-Lehigh Valley Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Effort

Sun Valley stay.A stay at this Sun Valley vacation home places you within 6 miles (10 km) of Robin Hood Lakes and 9 miles (15 km) of Skirmish USA. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Towamensing Lake and Indian Mountain Lake Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Robin Hood Lakes - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Pocono Raceway - 19 min drive - 15.6 miles
  • Camelback Ski Area - 26 min drive - 18.2 miles
  • Camelbeach Mountain Waterpark - 26 min drive - 18.5 miles
  • Kalahari - 31 min drive - 23.0 miles

Getting around

  • Lehigh Valley Intl. Airport (ABE) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mike's Pizzeria Italian Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Farmhouse Eatery - Blakeslee - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Happy Family Chinese Food - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪West End Beer Distributor - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cozy Pennsylvania Home w/ Pool Table & Pool Access

Discover the best of the Pocono Mountains from this 3-bed, 1.5-bath Effort house on the edge of the Jonas Mountain Nature Preserve! This vacation rental is perfect for your next family or friend getaway, complete with a pool table, fully equipped kitchen, gas grill, and fire pit. Spend your days skiing at Camelback Mountain Resort or experiencing the thrills of Crayola Experience. End the night cozied up by the fireplace, watching movies on the Smart TV and making memories. The adventures await!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Projector | Deck | Fire Pit | Community Tennis Court

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Full Bed | Bedroom 3: Full Bed

COMMUNITY AMENITIES: Pool, basketball court, playground, barbecue grill
OUTDOOR LIVING: Patio, gas grill, outdoor seating
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, DVD player, speakers, video game console, 2 wood-burning fireplaces (wood not provided), pool table, bar, dining table, walk-in shower, ceiling fans
KITCHEN: Stove/oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, granite countertops, cooking basics, dishware/flatware, coffee maker, teapot, microwave, toaster, toaster oven
GENERAL: Free WiFi, central heating & air conditioning, hair dryer, iron/board, linens/towels, trash bags/paper towels
FAQ: Stairs required for access, 2 exterior security cameras (facing out)
PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles), street parking (first-come, first-served basis)

-- THE LOCATION --

ATTRACTIONS: Jonas Mountain Nature Preserve (walking distance), Pocono Outdoor Adventure Tours (12 miles), Camelback Mountain Adventures (15 miles), Camelbeach Outdoor Waterpark (16 miles), Big Pocono State Park (17 miles), Pocono Snake & Animal Farm (25 miles), Crayola Experience (34 miles)
HIT THE SLOPES: Big Boulder Mountain (12 miles), Camelback Ski Resort (15 miles), Blue Mountain Resort (17 miles), Jack Frost Ski Resort (20 miles), Shawnee Mountain Ski Area (28 miles)
BOAT DAYS & KAYAKING: Mountain Spring Lake (10 miles), Big Boulder Lake (11 miles), Lake Harmony (12 miles), Beltzville Lake - Pine Run Boat Launch (15 miles), Adventure Sports (25 miles), Chamberlain Canoes (25 miles), Martin’s Creek Boat Access (29 miles)
HIKING: West End Regional Park (7 miles), Bowers Creek Trail (7 miles), Storm Ave Trailhead (8 miles), The Nature Conservancy Lake Mineola Marsh Preserve (8 miles), The Big Woods Natural Area (9 miles)
AIRPORTS: Lehigh Valley International Airport (37 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires stairs to access
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras: 1 camera is located on the front exterior of the home facing the front yard, and 1 camera is located on the back exterior of the home facing the backyard. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras record video and sound when activated by motion

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces)

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

419569
New! Cozy Effort Home W/pool Table Pool Access!
Cozy Effort Home W/pool Table & Pool Access! Effort

Frequently asked questions

How close is Cozy Pennsylvania Home w/ Pool Table & Pool Access to the airport?

This vacation home is 38.6 mi (53-min drive) away from the Lehigh Valley Intl. Airport (ABE) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Cozy Pennsylvania Home w/ Pool Table & Pool Access have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Cozy Pennsylvania Home w/ Pool Table & Pool Access to the beach?

This vacation home is 6.9 mi (16-min drive) from Indian Mountain Lake Beach.

Does Cozy Pennsylvania Home w/ Pool Table & Pool Access offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Cozy Pennsylvania Home w/ Pool Table & Pool Access?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Cozy Pennsylvania Home w/ Pool Table & Pool Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Cozy Pennsylvania Home w/ Pool Table & Pool Access?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Cozy Pennsylvania Home w/ Pool Table & Pool Access have a pool?

Yes, there's a pool.

Does Cozy Pennsylvania Home w/ Pool Table & Pool Access have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Cozy Pennsylvania Home w/ Pool Table & Pool Access to downtown Effort?

This vacation home is 4.2 mi away from Effort.

Cozy Pennsylvania Home w/ Pool Table & Pool Access Reviews

Reviews

5.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 15 reviews

6.4/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

2/10 Terrible

janilla b.

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

Terrible VRBO

This VRBO should not be on your website. We walked in looked around and left. Have pictures to support findings . I Should be issued full refund even though I didn’t take insurance. Please call
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Joseph D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

The driveway is a joke!

If you don't have a suv or a pickup truck you can't drive up the driveway without doing damage to your car, was told by the House manager To leave a tip for the cleaning lady, are you kidding me? We paid over 100 bucks for a cleaning fee, house is out dated and holes in the walls, nothing like it shows in the pictures but it was a place to sleep and take a shower for 4 guys.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Dana Joy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Communication

Driveway warning and few supplies

Ok, this was by far the worst stocked rental I've ever had. I had to buy hand soap, laundry detergent, and everything for the shower. I've never had to worry about all of those essentials before when renting a house. Also, there weren't enough washcloths or pillowcases. I slept my whole stay on a ruffled decorative pillow sham which left me with lines on my face every morning. To top it off the dishwasher was broken and the driveway to enter would have been impossible without an SUV (uneven vertical gravel pathway). Overall, it was clean and it worked but we've stayed much better places that were more comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Joe C.

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

TERRIBLE

Vrbo had different contact information for this property owner than what he emailed me; different phone number and email I reached out five days in advance before our stay and he didn’t answer until less than 24 hours before our stay All he says to introduce himself is “lmk when you arrival” I told him twice the day of arrival what time we were going to be at the property and he did not answer four different number. About 30 calls went out to him when arrived and he did not answer. Looked at the property; dirty boxes under the back deck, painters tape crossing off all over the back deck, noticed THE KEY WAS IN A DIRTY SOCK after an hour of not responding, we left Vrbo tried reaching out and he didn’t answer but he tried contacting all number 4 HOURS LATER
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Teresa B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Big house everything is ok

Update the property
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

suzette w.

Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Over-priced

Propert size was good. No AC. No cable. Poor mattress at best, uncomfortable to sleep in. Driveway not drivable unpaved and very long up steep hill to walk because had to park SUV at bottom of hill and carry all luggage to unit. Highest cleaning and host few ever paid and unit contact request we leave tip for cleaning crew. Unbelievable. I have stayed at vrbo rentals for about 10 years. I don't know how this rental qualified. I will not recommend and would not rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

4/10 Poor

Eric P.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Strange vibe

When we got to the place the property manager wouldn't pick up his phone for an hour. With other reviews saying they had to leave from him not picking up we were especially nervous. It's hard to pin down in words what caused this place to give off such strange vibes but I'll give some examples: None of the TV remotes had batteries. There was no doorknob on one of the bedroom doors. Some of the furniture was covered in plastic and/or hadn't been removed from its original packaging but still looks well used. There were precariously placed glass items all around the house and especially in range of the pool table. I saw a lot of reviews saying the driveway was destroyed so we planned on walking. The driveway was absolutely destroyed and difficult even for walking. And as all the other reviews said, the host asked us to tip the cleaning service (even after the cleaning fee).
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Donna L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Spacious Clean Home

Lovely house - 2 large living rooms, clean throughout (only 1.5 bath), 3 small bedrooms. Close to towns, outlet, Camelback and excellent restaurants such as Berrelli's Family Restaurant and Barley Creek Brewing Company, among others.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nothing like the photos posted. Weird smell inside the house. Got bad vibes from property.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina D.

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

Great

Property was in a great location beautiful house everything we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

serena b.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice House

The home is beautiful and spacious for the small group that went up. since there was snow there was no access to the driveway so we had to park by the cars by the mailbox and walk up a "path" to the house. the path was what i assumed to be the driveway - which from the reviews before mine mentioned that it wasn't paved so we were slipping and climbing thru the mud. some of the dishes in the home weren't cleaned and the house was dusty in areas. overall our stay was lovely and was close to camelback mountain. would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doreen R.

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

Would definitely stay again

The house was very clean and stocked up nicely.. the only complaint I have is how cold it got in the downstairs part of the house, this is where all the bedrooms are and also the cleaning tip .. we did leave a tip for the cleaning crew however I believe it’s unprofessional to ask for it especially when you are already paying a significant cleaning fee from the time you book .. we cleaned the house up spotless before we left so the cleaners got a nice tip for minimal to no work at all .. I believe that the tip should be at the discretion of the renter.. also I think the owners should invest in paving the driveway, if we didn’t have a 4 wheel drive there would have been no way we would have made it up there..other than that the place is recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Jacey

Great

The house was very clean with a nice view. Was very quiet. What was hard was the driveway. That’s all I can say
Verified

6/10 Okay

Veronica V.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Wow ...

So ... I wish I could post pictures here. 1st of all, the driveway is TERRIBLE!! It is not paved and there are several "holes" in the dirt on the way up. It took 3 tries before I was finally able to gun it up the hill to the house. 2nd, the property is unkempt ; the grass needs to be mowed, there was a huge hornet's nest on the side of the house, and a broken TV in the yard. In the house, there is no air on the 2nd floor so despite the ceiling fan the te.temperature stayed in the 80s. A sheet is being used as a curtain, the dishwasher is broken, the mattresses have plastic on them and were uncomfortable and none of the remotes worked to access the electronics so we had to go buy batteries . As advertised, we went to check out the pool at the community center. But, you need badges to get in and the owner only left 3. He tells me to call him when we get there and he'll try to resolve the issue ... if not we can pay $5 per person to get in. (Why should I have to pay when he's advertising it for free use?). We get to the pool and I find out the owner hasn't paid his owner's fees, so technically we can't use the pool anyway. Luckily, the woman there was very nice and said she wouldn't turn away the kids. As his advertisement, we straightened up when we left and washed the dishes by hand (remember the dishwasher is broken), and he text me at 11:30 (check out is 11), and asked me to leave a tip for the cleaner. I kindly replied that we had left already as checkout was 11 and no, I will not leave a tip because I have already paid a cleaning fee included in my rate. I have used Home Away several times and this was the 1st disappointment.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

midna d.

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Not what expected

NO Driveway. Those who were driving cars could not drive up the hill. House was clean but dingy. Dowstairs bathroom was old. A very small shower to only fit one person. Property outside was not cared for, lots of long grass