Summary:
Welcome to Ursa Major Lodge! This spacious vacation home accommodates up to 20 guests with 8 bedrooms. Kick back in the brand new hot tub, enjoy the cozy ambiance of the gas fireplace, or share thrills in the entertainment-packed game room, featuring a pool and ping-pong table, arcade machine, foosball table, and sports bar. Challenge friends on one of two Xbox One video game systems or gather around your selection of board games. Plan your family vacation today for a memorable Poconos getaway!
The Space:
SPECIAL AMENITIES & SPACES:
● Open floor plan & spacious living areas to fit up to 20 guests!
● Game room w/ pool + ping-pong table, foosball, arcade machine (Galaga & Ms. Pacman), & board games
● Hot tub
● Dogs welcome! ($150 fee per dog)
● Sports bar w/ mini fridge, TV & bar games
● Towamensing Trails community amenities access (see Other Things To Note section for MANDATORY REGISTRATION and FEES): lake w/ beach, outdoor swimming pool, sports courts (tennis, pickleball, basketball, volleyball), playground, community center, & restaurant
● Close to major Poconos attractions: skiing, hiking, waterparks, shopping & more
● Fully air conditioned & heated w/ mini-split units
● Gas & electric fireplaces
● Private deck w/ outdoor dining
● Gas grill
● 2 XBOX One video game systems
● Smart TVs in all rooms for streaming your favorite apps
● High-speed Wi-Fi
OTHER FEATURES:
● Ceiling fans in all bedrooms & living spaces
● Fully stocked & equipped kitchen
● Work desk in private room
● Telescope for stargazing
● Large breakfast bar w/ stool seating
● Dual coffee machine w/ pot & single serve options
● Baby gear: 2 pack 'n plays, 2 high chairs & booster seat
● Washer/Dryer
● Board games, puzzles & books
● Driveway parking for up to 10 vehicles
● Short walk to the lake and sports courts
● Cornhole
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENT:
● Bedroom 1: 1 king bed
● Bedroom 2: 2 twin over full bunk beds
● Bedroom 3: 1 king bed
● Bedroom 4: 1 queen bed
● Bedroom 5: 1 queen bed
● Bedroom 6: 1 queen bed
● Bedroom 7: 1 king bed
● Bedroom 8: 2 full beds
KITCHEN:
● Microwave
● Fridge/Freezer w/ ice maker & water dispenser
● Toaster
● Air Fryer
● Crock-Pot slow cooker
● Blender
● Keurig coffee machine
● Dishwasher
● Cooking basics
● Tableware & cutlery
● Spices
● Grilling utensils
● Baking basics
● Cutting boards
● Pantry closet
● Kettle
ESSENTIALS & EXTRAS:
● Linens, pillows & towels
● Shampoo, conditioner & body wash
● Iron + board
● Laundry detergent, dishwasher detergent & dishwashing soap
● Clothing storage: dressers, closets & luggage racks
● Hangers
● Hair dryer
● Basic cleaning supplies
● Vacuum, broom & mop
● Snow shovel
● Bedside charging ports for your devices
● Smoke alarms
● Carbon monoxide detectors
● Fire extinguisher
● First aid kit
Guest Access:
● Self-check-in with keyless entry - Access code will be sent out once the rental agreement is signed
● Driveway parking for up to 10 vehicles
● Towamensing Trails community access, including amenities and trash center. 8 wristbands provided per group (w/ registration fee)
● Be sure to check the Towamensing Trails website or contact the office for amenity availability and schedules
● Check in after 4pm. Check out by 10am.
● Early check-in and late-check out may be accommodated with a fee ($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 check-out without our approval will be subject to a penalty of up to $500
The Neighborhood:
Highly amenitized (seasonal) Towamensing Trails community in the Poconos:
● 5 minute drive to the beach & pool
● 2 minute drive or 10 minute walk to tennis, pickleball & basketball courts
● Outdoor swimming pool
● 190 Acre Fish-Stocked Lake w/ beach
● Sports courts: basketball, tennis, pickleball, volleyball
● Playground
● Boat rentals
● Community center
● Restaurant & lounge
10 minute drive to:
● Skirmish Paintball Fields
● Grocery stores, convenience stores, pizza/food shops, & gas stations
15 minute drive to:
● Big Boulder Mountain
● Pocono Raceway
● Stock Car Racing Experience
● Hickory Run State Park, Boulder Field, & Hawk Falls
● Pohopoco Tract ATV Trail
● Pohopoco Creek Alpacas
● Lake Harmony, PA
20 minute drive to:
● Jack Frost Ski Resort and Golf Club
● Jim Thorpe, PA
● Penn's Peak concert hall
● 940 Golf N' Fun - mini golf & family fun center
25 minute drive to:
● Pocono Manor Golf Course
30 minute drive to:
● Camelback Ski Resort & Indoor Waterpark
● Kalahari Resorts & Indoor Waterpark
● Great Wolf Lodge
● Mount Airy Casino Resort
● Pocono Premium Outlets
● Barley Creek Brewery
● Lots of hiking, fishing, hunting, golf courses, wineries, breweries, and other area activities nearby
Getting Around:
● Car, 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 an AWD/4WD vehicle. We are located in the mountains and roads tend to be sloped and can get very icy.
Other Things to Note:
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 20 guests per local regulations. Infants under 2 are not included in this count, allowing up to 3 additional infants beyond the maximum guest limit.
Pet fee is $150 per dog. Note that booking platforms may only charge 1 pet fee. Please let us know how many dogs you will be bringing so we can request the appropriate fees.
Guests are REQUIRED to register online with Towamensing Trails. Additional MANDATORY community fees are as follows:
Registration (required year-round):
● $5 registration fee per vehicle (paid no later than 3 days before check-in).
● All vehicle information must be provided
● Please message us 5 days prior to check-in for any changes in the number of vehicles. Last-minute changes are not allowed.
● Guest will have vehicle access to the community trash collection center
Amenities (wristbands required and provided w/ welcome packet):
● 8 wristbands will be provided per group (no additional wristbands can be purchased)
● Children 5 and under are not required to wear a wristband
● Seasonal access to community amenities
● Wristband cannot be used after 11am on your check out date
● The lake may be closed without prior notice if it fails the periodic water testing/reading
Please note, these 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 Towamensing Trails.
Guests are not permitted to have outdoor fires in Towamensing Trails.
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.
For non-Airbnb reservations ONLY, any eligible refunds are subject to a 6% processing fee & adding the damage waiver fee ($50) is MANDATORY. This fee will be added to the reservation once 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: Square One Markets, Family Dollar and CVS.
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
SECURITY CAMERAS / AUDIO RECORDING DEVICES:
● The property has 2 security cameras. Both are on the exterior of the home and in plain view. No cameras are hidden.
● 1 doorbell camera at the lower level entry door
● 1 doorbell camera at the upper level entry 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.
