The Poconos region of Pennsylvania has been a long-time favorite destination for vacationers looking for a little romance, family fun, and the serenity of the mountains. The region is made of many small towns that each have something different to offer when you visit them. Another fun way to experience the area in more depth is to stay in a local Airbnb to immerse yourself in the beauty of nature and connect with people who call this place home. Here are some of the best Airbnb properties in the Poconos.
Cozy Cabin, Greentown
Cozy cabins are often the best way to go when you’re in the Poconos, which is why this property in Greentown is a big hit. This cabin is great for two guests and has one bed and one bath. You’ll be close to the lake, skiing, hunting, and hiking when you stay here and have lots of peace and quiet. Guests should be mindful of snow removal during a winter booking, but there is hired snow removal staff that may help plow the driveway. The list of amenities provided at this Airbnb includes free parking, a kitchen, Wi-Fi, cooking basics, and outdoor space to use.
Lake House with Large Hot Tub, Albrightsville
For groups up to six people traveling to the Poconos area, this lake house is a top Airbnb option. This property has three bedrooms with nine beds and one bath. You’ll be just steps from the lake and beach here and also have access to an in-ground swimming pool, hot tub, playground, game room, and boat rentals. The hot tub is enclosed and a wonderful place to soak regardless of the weather. Free parking is available onsite, there’s a kitchen for guests to use, and entry is with a code on the lockbox.
Luxury Tiny House near Honesdale, Waymart
The Poconos region is also home to some wonderful tiny houses, including this tiny house for two guests. It has one bed and one bathroom and is eight miles from historic Honesdale. You’ll love the rural property on 100 acres here to relax and unwind. The tiny house was originally built around 1888 and has been fully restored. It is well-equipped with a kitchen area, basic cookware, breakfast items included, and gas fireplace. Your host provides maps of the property so you can explore the walking trails. For your weekend getaway, you can get to the tiny house within two and half hours from NYC or the north suburbs of Philadelphia.
Pet-Friendly Cabin, Albrightsville
Another great option if you’re traveling in the Poconos with your pet is this Airbnb property, which is well-suited for big groups. Here you can have a cabin to yourself for up to 12 guests with four bedrooms, seven beds, and two baths. The cabin is about 10 minutes away from water parks, skiing, and hiking. It is part of the Towamensing Trails community, which has lots of amenities, including a pool, arcade for kids, and boat rentals. Families love it here while spending time on the large front deck, in the tree hammock, and using the fully stocked kitchen. The pet fee is $55 for up to two pets, and the hosts can provide baby and children’s amenities for little ones.
Cozy Home with Hot tub, Albrightsville
This cozy home is another great pick for larger groups because it can accommodate up to 10 guests in its three bedrooms. This Poconos home has a game room, seven-person hot tub, large kitchen, backyard, outdoor dining set, and free Wi-Fi. It’s on a large piece of property and is also about 500 feet from a seasonal outdoor pool available for communal use, kids’ playground, basketball court, and tennis courts.
Rustic Farm Loft, Drums
Farm stays are popular ways to experience the Poconos, including this one from Blakslee that works well for up to seven guests. It has six beds and 2.5 shared baths in a newly renovated loft space above the hosts’ three-stall garage. The loft has no running water but guests can access the bathrooms inside the main home about 100 feet away. Come here for a charming and rustic experience with trails on a 156-acre property. The hosts provide a trail map to explore the property and allow you to visit the barnyard to visit and feed the animals.
Guest House at Pleasant Ridge Farm, Cresco
This guest house and farm stay experience in the Poconos region can accommodate up to four guests in her Airbnb. You’ll stay in a simple and comfortable guest house here and get to watch the horses on the farm. Guests can visit the barn area to see the animals and have access to Wi-Fi, smart TV, and board games.
Tiny House on a Big Farm, Drums
This tiny house at Whitewater Farm accommodates up to four guests. It is a hand-built tiny house that celebrates minimalist living on the 156-acre farm. This is not a property recommended for young children due to loft and ladder safety. The home has electricity but no plumbing or running water. Guests enjoy the property’s hiking trails and backyard barnyard.
Mimm's Country Inn, New Ringgold
Meanwhile, this Poconos farm stay can accommodate up to 11 guests in a six-bedroom farmhouse near the Appalachian Trail, Hawk Mountain, and Schuylkill River. It’s on a 250-acre property along a rural road and gives guests full use of the house, including a large stocked kitchen, sitting area, and game room. Your hosts live about a mile away, and guests have access to the front and back yards and in-ground pool behind the house. Dogs on a leash are welcome here.
Pocono Log Cabin Getaway
Located in Canadensis, this log cabin is a perfect getaway spot for a couple. It has one bedroom and one bath, as well as a gas fireplace. You’ll be close to the Big Boulder Ski Area, Camelback, and Shawnee when you stay here. It has a semi-private yard with a hammock, outdoor hot tub, and grills to use. This highly-rated Airbnb property in the Poconos region of Pennsylvania also offers free parking on the premises, a kitchen, cable TV, and Wi-Fi.
Apartment F, High Street Guesthouse, Jim Thorpe
With this Poconos vacation rental, you’ll get a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment with a spacious living room and full kitchen. It works well for two guests and also has a TV with cable and streaming services. The apartment rental includes linens, towels, and basic kitchen items. There’s a reserved parking space for your car and a king-size bed in the bedroom. Pets are allowed here when you pay an extra cleaning fee.
Pocono Log Cabin Getaway, Canadensis
The Pocono Log Cabin Getaway is a very popular and highly rated Airbnb for two guests. This rental includes a private hot tub, outdoor fireplace, hammock, grill, and gazebo. It has one bedroom and one bathroom, and it is thoroughly disinfected between guests. This vintage log cabin is close to many fun things to do, including a casino, indoor water park, golf, Camelback, Shawnee, and the Big Boulder ski areas. This is a pet-friendly vacation rental property.
Pocono Mountains Cottage in the Woods, East Stroudsburg
Airbnb guests love this luxurious cottage that is deep in the woods and in a quiet, wooded area. This rental property is two hours from Philadelphia and 90 minutes from NYC. It has three TVs, fast Wi-Fi, a full kitchen, a stocked bathroom, and two bedrooms with queen-size beds. You can use the laundry machines if you are staying five or more nights, and long-term summer rentals are available here. Pets are allowed to stay in this cottage with you.
