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Dog-Friendly Pocono Chalet w/ Hot Tub, Indoor Pool
Your perfect Poconos escape starts at Red Fern Chalet — a dog-friendly cabin just steps from the beach in the amenity-rich Emerald Lakes community. Soak in the private hot tub, fire up the grill & gather around the fire pit under the stars. Enjoy access to pools, lakes, beaches, sports courts & sauna. With Camelback, Kalahari & Pocono Raceway just minutes away, adventure awaits!
Hosted by Wander Home - see "Other Things To Note" in the description below.
The Space
🌟 Special Features 💦Private 7-Seat Hot Tub – Your own relaxing soak after a day in the Poconos 🐾 Dog Friendly – $75 per dog so your furry companions can join the getaway 🔥 Wood-Burning Fire Pit & Indoor Fireplace – Cozy nights with firewood provided 📺 Smart TVs – Stream your favorite shows using your own accounts 🎶 Sonos Sound System – Music throughout the home for the perfect vibe 🎯 Prime Pocono Location – Minutes to Camelback, Kalahari, Pocono Raceway & more 🏖️ Walk to the Beach – Just a 2-minute walk to East Emerald Lake & Main Beach 🏊 Optional Emerald Lakes Amenities Access (fee applies) – • 5 scenic lakes & 2 beaches • Indoor & outdoor pools • Game & arcade rooms • Sauna, grill & bar • Playgrounds & sports courts (basketball, tennis, pickleball & volleyball) • Fishing (catch & release) & boating (electric motors only) ☕ Fully Stocked Kitchen – Coffee pot, French press, cookware & essentials 👶 Baby Essentials – High chair & Pack ’n Play 💻 High-Speed Wi-Fi – Ideal for streaming or remote work 🧘 Yoga Mats & Blocks – Start or end your day mindfully 🧺 Washer & Dryer + Essentials – Linens, towels & supplies provided ❄️🔥 Central A/C & Heat – Comfort in every season 🚗 Private Parking – Driveway fits up to 4 vehicles 🛏️ Sleeping Arrangements 🛌 Bedroom 1 – Queen bed 🛏️ Bedroom 2 – Queen bunk bed 🛌 Bedroom 3 – Queen bed 🛌 Loft – 2 queen beds (great for kids or groups) 🛋️ Den & Living Room – Comfortable sofas for relaxing 🍳 Fully Equipped Kitchen 🔥 Electric 5-Burner Stove & Oven w/ Pot Filler ☕ Coffee Pot & French Press (coffee provided) 🧂 Cooking Basics, Spices & Baking Essentials 🍞 Toaster | 🥤 Blender | 🧽 Dishwasher 🥘 Crock-Pot & Instant Pot 🍳 Cutlery, cookware, cutting boards & grilling utensils 🌿 Extras 🌞 Private Deck – Outdoor dining & lounge seating 🔥 Gas Grill – Easy meals outdoors 🎲 Board Games & Books – Perfect for unplugged evenings 🧼 Complimentary Toiletries – Shampoo, conditioner & body wash 🧯 Safety First – Smoke alarms, CO detectors, fire extinguisher & first-aid kit ❄️ Winter-Ready – Snow shovel & ice melt provided
Access
- Self-check-in with keyless entry - Access code will be sent out once the rental agreement is signed
- Driveway parking for up to 4 vehicles
- Emerald Lakes Association community amenities access (see Other Things to Note section for applicable fees)
- Early check-in and late-check out may be accommodated for a fee ($50 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.
Air conditioning
BBQ grill
Baking sheet
Barbeque utensils
Bathtub
Beach
Beach access
Bed linens
Blender
Board games
Carbon monoxide detector
Casinos
Cleaning Disinfection
Cleaning products
Clothing storage
Coffee
Coffee maker
Communal pool
Conditioner
Cookware
Dining table
Dishes and silverware
Dishwasher
Dryer
Dryer in common space
Enhanced cleaning practices
Essentials
Extra pillows and blankets
Family/kid friendly
Fire Pit
Fire extinguisher
Fireplace guards
First aid kit
Fishing
Free parking on premises
Freezer
Golf - Optional
Hair dryer
Hangers
Heating
High chair
High touch surfaces disinfected
Horseback Riding
Hot tub
Hot water
Ice maker
Indoor fireplace
Indoor pool
Internet
Iron
Kettle
Kitchen
Lake
Lake access
Laundromat nearby
Microwave
Mountain
Museums
Outdoor pool
Outdoor seating (furniture)
Oven
Pack ’n Play/travel crib
Patio or balcony
Pets allowed
Private entrance
Refrigerator
Resort
Resort access
Room-darkening shades
Sauna
Shampoo
Shopping
Shower gel
Smoke detector
Sound system
Stereo system
Stove
Suitable for children (2-12 years)
Suitable for infants (under 2 years)
Swimming pool
TV
Theme Parks
Toaster
Towels provided
Washer
Washer in common space
Water Parks
Water Sports
Wine glasses
Wireless Internet
By booking our home, you confirm you agree to our house rules, additional fees & completing the rental agreement.
Must be at least 25 years old to book this property
This property can host a maximum of 8 guests, including children and infants, per the local governing regulations.
QUIET HOURS: 10pm to 7am - please be respectful of the neighbors and keep noise to a minimum during these times
PETS - We allow dogs only (up to 3 per stay) with a fee per dog as noted in the listing description. Cats and other types of pets are not permitted. All dogs must be pre-screened and approved - please share detailed information during the booking process. Keep dogs off all furniture. You are required to clean up after them, both in the house and in the yard. Damages, stains, and excessive dog hair will result in additional charges.
Flush only toilet paper
Replace hot tub cover after use
Trash - All trash must be bagged. Place the bags in the bear-proof trash bins and recycling bins located at the end of the driveway, and securely close the lids. Do not leave trash or unattended food outside.
Dishes - Wash all dishes, or fill and turn on the dishwasher when you check-out.
If you open it, close it. If you borrow it, return it. If you turn it on, turn it off. If you break it, fix it. If you use it, take care of it. If you make a mess, clean it up. If you move it, put it back.
Please respect the local habitat. Practice 'leave no trace' and 'pack it in, pack it out.'
PENALTY: $500 for unauthorized late check out
PENALTY: $500 minimum fine for breaking any of our house rules.
Be sure to read and comply with the Emerald Lakes Community Rules. You can find them in our electronic guidebook.
No unregistered guests allowed - All visitors must be approved by Wander Home
No unapproved parties or events
No fireworks
No food or oil down the drain
No glass, pets, lotions, oils, soaps, etc., in hot tub
- Drive, bike, or walk within the community. You will need a car to go anywhere outside of the community. 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 a AWD/4WD vehicle. We are located in the mountains and roads can be slick and poorly maintained.
Enjoy the Emerald Lakes community amenities (seasonal) for a small fee:
- The Emerald Lodge - open year-round, 6 days a week: indoor pool, bar & grill, 2 game rooms, locker rooms w/ saunas & showers, events
- 5 lakes - swimming, fishing (stocked each year, catch & release), boating (electric motors only)
- 2 beaches - Main Beach & Pinetree Beach (both w/ playgrounds, grills & restrooms)
- Outdoor pool
- Basketball, tennis, pickleball & beach volleyball courts
- Playgrounds
10 minute drive to:
- Camelback Mountain Ski Resort
- Kalahari Resort & Indoor Waterpark
- Pocono Raceway
- Pocono Manor Golf Course
- Pinecrest Lake Golf Course
- Summit Lanes Bowling
- State Game Lands
- Gorilla Grove Treetop Adventures
- Aldi / ShopRite / CVS / Walmart / Dollar Tree
- Plenty of restaurants & fast food options
20 minute drive to:
- Mount Airy Casino & Resort
- Tobyhanna State Park
- Big Pocono State Park
- Big Boulder Mountain
- Jack Frost Ski Resort
- Great Wolf Lodge Water Park
- multiple hiking trails
30 minute drive to:
- Shawnee Mountain
- Hickory Run State Park
- Penn's Peak concert venue
- Lots of hiking, fishing, hunting, and area/community activities
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.
- This property can host a maximum of 8 guests, including children and infants, per the local governing regulations.
Dog Fee
- $75 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.
- Guests are REQUIRED to register online with Emerald Lakes. Wander Home will process the registration for all renters.
- $200 FEE for late registrations or last-minute bookings made less than 48 hours prior to check-in
- Optional community amenities passes are available for purchase at the community office for an additional charge. Children 2 years old and under are free. Fees are as follows:
- 1-day pass - $20 per person
- 3-day pass - $30 per person
- 7-day pass - $50 per person
- Please note, the fees listed above are not our fees as the hosts, but fees the community requires all guests to pay to cover the costs associated with operating and maintaining all the great amenities and facilities at Emerald Lakes.
- Schedules are subject to change. Check the ELA website or call the office for current availability.
Pools
Indoor Pool (year-round)
- Monday, Wednesday & Sunday 11 am - 7 pm
- Thursday 5 pm - 9 pm
- Friday and Saturday 11 am - 9 pm.
Outdoor Pool (summer)
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
- Weather permitting
Sauna
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday, & Saturday 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Lakes And Beaches (summer)
- Open from dawn to dusk beginning June 12th.
- Swim at your own risk. No lifeguards on duty.
- Access to the Emerald Lakes community amenities (such as the pool, lake, beach, etc.) is managed by the HOA and is subject to change without notice. Availability, operating hours, and reservation requirements are outside of our control. We recommend checking the official community website or calling their direct office phone number for the most up-to-date information before your stay.
- 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 ($40) is included for all reservations. Most channels add this upfront. Others do not have this capability, and it will be manually added to the invoice once the reservation is confirmed.
- 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.
- 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 one of the following nearby stores: ShopRite, Weis Market, ALDI.
- 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
- When drought, weather or other conditions present an unusual fire risk, a burn ban may be imposed by the community without prior notice.
- A fishing license is required by PA for anyone 16 and older. The community also requires a Emerald Lake Fishing License, which can be acquired at the office. Any fish caught must be released back into the lake.
Security Cameras / Audio Recording Devices
- 1 doorbell camera at the main entry door
- 1 additional security camera overlooking the driveway
- Minimum Age to Rent is 25
- Township Registration # 013300
