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The Starlight Chateau ~ a Jim Thorpe retreat nestled in the heart of the Poconos

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 121300 sq ft

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  • DryerDryerDryer

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Jim Thorpe, PA
  • Popular LocationPenn's Peak5 min drive
  • Popular LocationJim Thorpe Memorial6 min drive
  • Popular LocationMauch Chunk Opera House9 min drive
  • AirportHazleton, PA (HZL-Hazleton Municipal)39 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.

The Starlight Chateau ~ a Jim Thorpe retreat nestled in the heart of the Poconos

This newly renovated, ranch style home, sits on a corner acre lot just across the road from many, many acres of unspoiled, all natural, wild land owned by The Nature Conservancy .... So you have ALLLLL the wildlife just outside your front door. Ideally located in the heart of the Poconos just 5 miles from the historic town of Jim Thorpe. Less than 1 mile from the built to rock music venue of Penn's Peak. Less than 5 miles from the Butterfly Farm and the Pocono Whitewater Rafting office. Just at 9 miles to that wonderful beach at Mauch Chunk Lake and just a tad over 6 miles to the beautiful Glen Onoko State Park. It's a hop-an-a-skip of 16 miles to the Pocono Raceway and Pocono Outdoor Adventure Tours. And the surround area offers sooooo much more outdoor activity, way too much to list on here. The house is fully wheelchair accessible with a ramp and open floor plan for easy getting around the home. The kitchen is fully equipped with all the amenities you could want to create and serve fine meals for up to 12 ppl. Appliances include an electric 4 burner range with quick boil burners, a dishwasher, a double deep cast iron sink with goose neck spout, a microwave, hand mixer, blender, coffee maker, electric kettle, pour over coffee pot, a large and a small french press, a hand grind coffee grinder, a xl salad spinner, pots/pans, mixing bowls, measuring spoons/cups, baking dishes/pans, roasting pans, silverware and Corelle dishes service for 12 including pasta bowls, ample stemware for wine/cocktails, as well as some shatterproof drinking cups, coffee mugs, specialty sectioned plates, and much much more. *Note; we do not supply an air fryer as they are too difficult to keep clean. The dining room table is hand made, oversized and can easily seat 10 ppl with seating provided for up to 12. The house is full of murals and art to delight the senses and spark your curiosity. The living room is a loungers delight with two overstuffed swivel recliners, a 14 foot double~chaise 'oh-so-nappable' couch as well as two bucket style reading chairs ample floor space for games or whatnot as well as a 65" Google Smart TV with wireless high speed internet to accommodate all electronic items and entertainment. There are 2 bathrooms, first one is a walk in shower 'jack and jill' that connects the main house and the 'Van Gogh bedroom' where there is a starry night mural as well as starry night black out curtians in the bedroom that has 2 full beds with 2 twin over bunks, each with a set of stairs up to the bunk as well as a tucked away twin trundle bed. The second full bath is in the 'Monet bedroom' where there is a mural of one of his famous water lilies painting as well as other Monet prints ... this is a full attached bath complete with a 19' deep soaking tub *Note, the home is equipped with an on demand endless hot water system so multiple back to back showers are never a problem. The Monet room has a queen bed a sitting area as well and a tucked away twin trundle. Both bedrooms have privacy blinds and full drapery as well as a dresser. The home has a book case with board games, light reading, puzzles and whatnot. This home got its name "Pinkies Starlight Chateau" because of the gorgeous view of the stars at night.. With absolutely zero light pollution to dim out the lessers, the sky is just a beautiful blanket of sparkling wonder on clear nights .... The home has 2 outdoor seating areas, the front covered porch has *seasonal* rocking chairs and the back, uncovered deck is absolutely perfect for watching a meteor shower or grilling those summertime burgers. This is a VERY quiet neighborhood and we all wish to keep it that way so I please request that all outdoor activity be kept at a minimum and/or whisper quiet after 9 pm. *Note, human noise scares away the wildlife/birds that we love so much. thank you

Property manager

Bill Carroll

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Please use the disposal receptacles

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Foosball table on site
  • Table tennis on site

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

  • 1 unit
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 1,300 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: I do provide a clip on baby seat for dining

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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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

About the neighborhood

Jim Thorpe

This vacation home is located in Jim Thorpe. Asa Packer Mansion Museum and Mauch Chunk Opera House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Stonekeep Meadery and Glen Onoko Trailhead. Consider Penn's Peak for a night out or Split Rock Resort Indoor Waterpark if you're traveling with kids.

What's nearby

  • Penn's Peak - 5 min drive
  • Bear Mountain Butterfly Sanctuary - 5 min drive
  • Jim Thorpe Memorial - 6 min drive
  • Mauch Chunk Opera House - 9 min drive
  • Jim Thorpe Lehigh River Access - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Lehigh Valley Intl. Airport (ABE) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • P.J. Whelihan's Pub + Restaurant - Lehighton - 12 min drive
  • Molly Maguire's Irish Pub - 9 min drive
  • Notch Eight Craft House - 9 min drive
  • Insurrection Distillery - 15 min drive
  • Union Publick House - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Starlight Chateau ~ a Jim Thorpe retreat nestled in the heart of the Poconos pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Starlight Chateau ~ a Jim Thorpe retreat nestled in the heart of the Poconos?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Starlight Chateau ~ a Jim Thorpe retreat nestled in the heart of the Poconos?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Starlight Chateau ~ a Jim Thorpe retreat nestled in the heart of the Poconos located?

This family-friendly Jim Thorpe vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Penn's Peak and Lehigh Gorge State Park. Bear Mountain Butterfly Sanctuary and Lehigh River are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kyra S., Cherry Hill, NJ, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Couldn’t have been any better!
We could not have asked for a better property for our family, including our adult son with disabilities. Not only was the cottage accessible and easy to navigate for our son, but everything about it was designed to make a guest feel comfortable. It was incredibly clean, beds were probably the most comfortable I’ve ever experienced in a rental property, and of course the artwork everywhere was just amazing — I never got tired of looking at all the interesting art, books, games, etc. We also enjoyed the wonderfully personal and humorous binder that the owner had put together to help educate guests about the property. The cottage is in a great, quiet neighborhood but extremely close to Penns Peak and just a quick ride into downtown Jim Thorpe. We would love to stay here again the next time we visit the Poconos!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024