Wednesday, August 29, 2012

Some Upcoming End of Summer & Fall Events.

-Nitty Gritty Band at Penns Peak on September 21st, 2012. Doors Open at 6PM and Show Begins at 8PM. Iconic and Influential band with Country and American Roots Music. 

-Draw The Line Aerosmith Tribute Band at Mt. Airy Casino Resort. September 2nd, 2012 at 7PM. Performing your favorite Aerosmith hits on Labor Day Weekend in the Poconos.

- Mount Airy Fireworks Specials will take place Saturday September 1st, 2012 beginning at 9PM, and is set to go off over The Pocono Resort's Sprawling Lake. Bring lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy FREE SHOW.

-The Pocono Garlic Festival will once again grace the Pocono Mountains of Northeastern Pennsylvania with the aroma of Garlicy Goodness. Over 50 vendors will be offering everything from garlic vinegar and garlic ice cream to garlic-themed pottery and paintings. A showcase of local musicians, educational demonstrations, and plenty of children's activities make this a great family event. The festival will be held from 10am-6pm on 9/1/12 and 9/2/12 at Shawnee Mountain Ski Area.

-Take the train to Scranton for two great events, La Festa Italiana and Steamtown Railfest. The train will depart from Delaware Water Gap at 9am, East Stroudsburg at 9:15am and Cresco at 10:10am, arriving at La Festa Italiana at 11:45am, and Steamtown Railfest at 11:50am. The return trip departs from Steamtown at 3pm and La Festa Italiana at 3:10pm. There is nothing like a Scenic train ride through the Pocono Mountains at the end of the Summer.

 

 

 

 

 

Friday, August 24, 2012

Fall Fling Weekend Getaways. Get a FREE NIGHT!

With The Fall Season right around the corner, people are preparing for Fall Foliage. Here in the Pocono Mountains, Fall Foliage means the many Mountain sides, Pocono Fields, and Landscapes changing colors, Fall Festivities all throughout the Mountain, Cooler Weather, and Family time sipping hot chocolate by the fireplace. One thing Pocono Mountain Lakes Realty is bringing to the Fall Foliage Festivities is our new Fall Fling Specials. These Specials allow you to Book yourself a Weekend Getaway at one of 10 properties in our Pocono Rental Program, and Get yourself a FREE NIGHT! This Special runs from September 4th, 2012 all through the month of October. Flock to the Pocono Mountains this Fall Season, Book yourself a Wonderful Getaway, and get yourself a FREE Thursday or Sunday Night at a Pocono Mountain Rental Home! Here's one of our Featured Fall Fling Special Homes below.

 

One of our Featured Fall Fling special Homes lies right here in the Beautiful Emerald Lakes Estates Community in the tiny town of Long Pond Pa. This Perfect Pocono Mountain Home is set on a 2 Acre Parcel, and it has some Wonderful Features of its very own to it. This is a 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Pocono Home which sleeps 8 people comftorably. It comes with your standard living essentials such as Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Stove, and Microwave. This home has some Pocono Mountain Favorites such as a Wood Fireplace, Charcoal Grill, and a Deck with Furniture. This home comes with a Stereo, High Speed Internet, 2 DVD Players, and Jacuzzi Tub for Two in the Master Bedroom! Emerald Lakes Estates is also close to some of the Pocono Mountain's favorite attractions such as Mount Airy Casino & Resort, Camelback Mountain & Camelbeach, The Great Wolf Lodge, Big Pocono State Park, and Tobyhanna State Park. Book it now, and get yourself a FREE NIGHT anytime from September 4th, 2012 to the end of October 2012!

 

 

 

 

 

Tuesday, August 21, 2012

Some Fall Foliage Events Coming Your Way in the Pocono Mountains

Fall Foliage in the lovely Pocono Mountains of Northeastern Pennsylvania brings in people from all over the country to this Beautiful part of the Great Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The scenary is just something that you don't just get anywhere are on your normal day to day travels. Home to more than 127 varieties of trees, shrubs and plants, the Pocono Mountains is truly a spectacular sight during the fall season. The region stretches for 2,400 square miles, three distinct color zones are present allowing you to catch peak colors not only once, but three times! Here are some fun Fall Foliage Events coming your way in the Pocono Mountains for Fall 2012.

Downtown Jim Thorpe Fall Foliage Days! 10/20/12 and 10/21/12. Jim Thorpe Pa has something special for all members of the family when it comes to Fall Foliage in its tiny little Pocono Town. The historic town of Jim Thorpe Pa offers train rides, crafters, goodies from The Jim Thorpe Farmers Market, bikes rides, rides in the surrounding hills along the newly opened rail trail on the Lehigh River, and free entertainment all throughout the downtown part of the Legendary Pocono Town of Jim Thorpe Pa.

Hotel of Horror in Saylorsburg Pa. The Legendary Abandoned Lake House Hotel! - Three state of the art attractions located inside the Legendary Abandoned Lake House Hotel in Historic Saylorsburg, PA. Attractions include The Apocalypse, The Carnival of Armageddon, and The Exhibition Macabre. Live actors, paranormal activity and award winning lighting and sound. Open rain or shine with a covered wait line. ATM, vendors and concessions onsite. Celebrate the Halloween Season at the Pocono Mountains Premier Haunted House attraction. Tickets are $7/Exhibition Macabre, $15/Altered Nightmares and $20/Hotel of Horror. Combo tickets and VIP upgrades available at additional savings. Free parking. Open weekend evenings at 7pm, including Halloween night!

 

 

 

 

Friday, August 17, 2012

Some Upcoming Shows in the Northeast!

-Magic 93 Presents - Chicago and The Doobie Brothers. Friday August 24th, 2012 at Toyota Pavillion at Montage Mountain.

-Rock Star Energy Drink Uproar Festival - Shinedown, Godsmack, Staind, Papa Roach, Adelitas Way, P.O.D, Duece, Fozzy, Redlight King, and many many more. August 28th, 2012 at Toyota Pavillion at Montage Mountain.

-The Tour 2012 - Kiss, Motley Crew, The Treatment.

-Collin Raye at Mt. Airy Casino Resort. Friday August 17th, 2012 at 9 PM. 5 - Time Country Music Nominee for Male Vocalist of the year.

-Grand Funk Railroad at Mt. Airy Casino Resort. August 18th, 2012 at 9PM. Ultra Classic Rock Band Playing Top Notch Hits.

-Draw The Line Aerosmith Tribute Band at Mt. Airy Casino Resort. September 2nd, 2012 at 7PM. Performing your favorite Aerosmith hits on Labor Day Weekend in the Poconos.

-An Evening with Vince Gill at Penns Peak in Jim Thorpe Pa. August 18th, 2012. Doors open at 6PM and Show begins at 8PM. Vince Gill performs Country Music and Bluegrass Style.

-Nitty Gritty Band at Penns Peak on September 21st, 2012. Doors Open at 6PM and Show Begins at 8PM. Iconic and Influential band with Country and American Roots Music.

 

 

 

 

 

Everyone's Favorite Pocono Season is Fall

Fall Foliage in the lovely Pocono Mountains of Northeastern Pennsylvania brings in people from all over the country to this Beautiful part of the Great Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The scenary is just something that you don't just get anywhere are on your normal day to day travels. Home to more than 127 varieties of trees, shrubs and plants, the Pocono Mountains is truly a spectacular sight during the fall season. The region stretches for 2,400 square miles, three distinct color zones are present allowing you to catch peak colors not only once, but three times! Many homes back right up to some Beautiful Sites. walk right outside into your backyard, and catch a glimpse of Pocono Mountain Fall Time Beauty!

Some Pocono Mountain Homes back right up to Pa State Gamelands and many Pocono Features wildlands such as Lackawanna State Forest. The homes in the Poconos aren't the only way to soak in the Seasonal Beauty in the Northeast, there are also many great parks to visit such as Francis E Walter Dam, Tobyhanna State Park, Gouldsboro State Park, and Big Pocono at Camelback Mountain.

Lately, here in the Lovely Pocono Mountains it has been feeling more and more like Fall everytime the sun goes down! Fall is only right around the corner for us here in Northeastern Pennsylvania, and after one of the hottest Summers I've seen in a long time it's certainly refreshing. The overnight lows all week are in the mid 50s. I think it's safe to say that Fall might just come early this year in the Pocono Mountains. Here are some Fun Events taking place in different areas in the Pocono Mountains as soon as Fall hits. You won't want to miss out!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wednesday, August 15, 2012

Fun Upcoming Pocono Mountain Festivals

Pocono State Craft Festival.

1000 Turkey Hill Road, Stroudsburg PA

8-25-12 8-26-12

As summer reaches its summit, and the true splendor of Pennsylvania hits its apex, everybody knows it's time for the Pocono State Craft Festival. All eyes turn toward Stroudsburg and The Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm. Craft demonstrations will include blacksmithing, wheel thrown pottery, wood turning, and theorem painting. Special events will include wagon rides, the Quiet Valley Baker, and one room school house mini tours. Guest can enjoy Dixieland and Bluegrass music. Come on Down to Stroudsburg of the Pocono Mountain's Favorite Farm, and Summer wind down Craft Festival!

 

 

Pocono Garlic Festival.

Shawnee Mountain Ski Area on Hollow Road

9-1-12 9-2-12

 

This event will once again fill the Pocono Mountains with the aroma of garlic-y goodness. Over 50 vendors will be offering everything from garlic vinegar and garlic ice cream to garlic-themed pottery and paintings. A showcase of local musicians, educational demonstrations, and plenty of children's activities make this a great family event. The festival will be held from 10am-6pm.

 

 

 

 

 

Tuesday, August 14, 2012

Fall Foliage Inching Closer Everyday to the Pocono Mountains!

Lately, here in the Lovely Pocono Mountains it has been feeling more and more like Fall everytime the sun goes down! Fall is only right around the corner for us here in Northeastern Pennsylvania, and after one of the hottest Summers I've seen in a long time it's certainly refreshing. The overnight lows all week are in the mid 50s. I think it's safe to say that Fall might just come early this year in the Pocono Mountains. Here are some Fun Events taking place in different areas in the Pocono Mountains as soon as Fall hits. You won't want to miss out!

 

Legendary Abandoned Lake House - Three state of the art attractions located inside the Legendary Abandoned Lake House Hotel in Historic Saylorsburg, PA. Attractions include The Apocalypse, The Carnival of Armageddon, and The Exhibition Macabre. Live actors, paranormal activity, and award winning lighting and sound. Open rain or shine with a covered wait line. ATM, vendors, and concessions onsite. Celebrate the Halloween Season at the Pocono Mountains Premier Haunted House attraction. Tickets are $7/Exhibition Macabre, $15/Altered Nightmares and $20/Hotel of Horror. Combo tickets and VIP upgrades available at additional savings. Free parking. Open weekend evenings at 7pm, including Halloween night! 10-5-12 recurring weekly Friday - Sunday.

 

Fall Foliage Train Rides Through The Deleware Watergap - Enjoy a one-hour and forty-five minute round-trip train ride through the Delaware Water Gap and the rugged valley of the Brodhead Creek to East Stroudsburg. See the peak of fall foliage from the comfort of a climate controlled train. The train departs from the Delaware Water Gap station at 10:30am and 12:30pm and the East Stroudsburg station at 10am, noon, and 2pm. Tickets are $19 for adults and $16 for children 12 and under. There will be three trains operating each day on October 13th and the 20th.

 

 

 

 

Some Fun Events This Week in Arrowhead Lakes!

Water Aerobics

Time: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Location: MINISINK POOL

Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
(June 26th 2012 – August 30th 2012)
Weather Permitting! (At the discretion of the instructor)
10:00AM-11:00AM at Minisink Pool
Instructor: To Be Announced
Fees: $2.00/person/day
Payments are to be made at the Front Desk of the
Member Services Building.
Payments will not be accepted at Minisink Pool.
Refunds will not be issued.
Phone: 570.643.9362
Please be sure to bring a 2012 voucher to the pool for each
water aerobics class you attend. Only a valid 2012 voucher
will be accepted for entrance into a class.

 

Mahjong Games

Every Wednesday (year-round) 12:30PM
Lower Level of Member Services Building
There is no need to sign up.
Games are open to men and women ages 18 and older.

 

Bocce Ball

Time: 1:00 PM
Location: ISLAND GROUNDS

Bocce ball is a great outdoor exercise. No experience needed. Learn while you play.
A two man mixed partnership bocce ball league is being formed.
There is no deadline for signups.
ALL AGES WELCOME Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
The league currently runs every Wednesday through September 28th.

 

Chess Class

Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Lower Level Member Services Building
All ages are welcome. Classes will be taught by Jules Weinbaum.

 

Men's Poker
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: ALCA CH LOBBY

 

Aerobics
Time: 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Location: ALCA ClubHouse

Every Monday and Wednesday
7:30pm-8:30pm
Clubhouse
There is no fee to participate!
**Please note that there will be no recreation staff or
instructor present during this activity. This is a
community gathering for people with a common interest.

Family Night Swim

Time: 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Location: MINISINK POOL


Wednesdays and Fridays
7:30pm-9:30pm at Minisink Pool

 

Arrowhead Lakes Community is a place in the Pocono Mountains that seems to never sleep!

 

 

 

 

Friday, August 10, 2012

The Pristine Ranch in Thornhurst Pa

PRISTINE Ranch on lovely landscaped lot in Golf Community in Heart of Lackawanna State Forest. Maintenance-free with new stamped concrete walkway leading to lovely covered porch. Home only 5 yrs old and gives warm contemporary feeling with Cathedral Ceilings,crown mouldings and ledged ceilings in LR, wired for flat screen TV above gas fireplace and tile, modern carpeting, and wood laminate floors throughout. Beautiful master suite plus two other bright BR's. Economical utilities and close to Wilkes-Barre, Scranton, and all the Pocono Outdoor Activities. A must see if you're truly a woodsy and outdoors person who would love nothing more then to be completely surrounded by The Lackawanna State Forest and Pa State Gamelands. This home is located in the Beautiful Thornhurst Country Club Estates, and it is truly right in the heart of the Country!

3 Bedroom

2 Bathroom

1,200 Square Feet

$155,000

North Pocono School District

 

 

Thornhurst PA is a big part of the Pocono Mountains, and it is very secluded in an almost Fairytale like setting. It is the Perfect Place for all of the Nature Lovers because it provides a number of Hiking Trails and much Wildlife including Whitetail Deer, Chipmunks, Groundhogs, Foxes, Owls, Turtles, Black Bear, Wild Turkey, Woodpeckers, and so much more! It is also the most Exclusive Place in almost the entire Pocono Mountain area for Hunters. Thornhurst is basically a Small Forest in the Mountains! It is Completely Surrounded by Pa State Gamelands. The Lackawanna State Forest Engulfs this tight knit Community bringing you the Perfect Peaceful Serenity that the Pocono Mountains has to offer. Thornhurst Country Club Estates also has its very own Community Amenities including a Swimming Pool, Basketball Courts, Tennis Courts, Clubhouse, and a 9 Hole Golf Course.

 

 

 

 

The Beautiful Pocono Mountain Victorian

This Fantastic and Well cared for Victorian with Charm, Elegance and the Perfect Location Describe This Home. From the Entry Way to the Multi-Level Deck, With the 6 person Hot Tub.The Minute that you Walk up on the Covered Porch and Past The Relaxing Porch Swing and into the Formal Entry Way with Hardwood Floors and Fireplace, Galley Kitchen + Formal Dining Room. 5 Bedrooms to Accommodate the Largest of Families. Bonus Detached Garage With 2 Extra Rooms. This Beautiful home also comes with a 4 Car Garage and off street parking for 3 cars! There is simply too much to list to describe this Pocono Mountain Beauty! If you're looking for a Perfect Pocono Mountain Home outside of a Community, this is the home to look at!

Interior Features Include - Attic Storage, Traditional Laundry Lower Level, Fireplace in Family Room, Cedar Closet, Cable TV, Bar

Exterior Features - Deck Window Screens, Storm Windows, Storm Door, Storage Building, Porch, Patio/Deck, Covered Patio, Hot Tub

Water - Well

Extra Room - Pantry

Town - Pocono Pines. This home is located right in Pocono Pines in between Blakeslee and Mt Pocono. A great location being only 10 minutes from Big Boulder/ Jack Frost Ski Resorts and Mount Airy Casino Resort

 

Pocono Pines is the heart land of the Pocono Mountains. Originally it was named Naomi Pines, and it some point in history it was changed to Pocono Pines. A very quiet small town located in between Mt Pocono and Blakeslee Pa, there is so much to see in Pocono Pines. Many people migrated to Pocono Pines from New York City and Philadelphia in 1902. The main thoroughfare threw the current village of Pocono Pines is route 940 on is the intersection of route 940, old route 940, and route 423. These roads take you to many different parts of the Pocono Mountains. The intersection will bring you a gas station, bar and grille, music store, and pizza shop.

 

 

 

Contact Me to know more about The Exquisite Victorian Home!

Thursday, August 9, 2012

Firework Show in Arrowhead Lakes!

The fireworks display scheduled for Saturday August 18, 2012 will be shot off at the North Arrow Lake levee.

The display can be viewed from Beaches 3, and 4 as well as at the Island Grounds.

For safety reasons, Lakeshore Drive will be blocked off on both sides of the levee from Podunk Path to North Arrow Drive
from approximately 7PM to 10PM.

Come enjoy some Fireworks in the Family Oriented Favorite known as Arrowhead Lakes Community!

 

Arrowhead Lakes Community - is one of the most Decorated and Pristine Communities in the Pocono Mountains. It is a very Friendly and Family Oriented Private Gated Community. Arrowhead Lake Association takes care of its residents with 24/7 Security 365 days a year, and there are a number of family oriented events for holidays and for children including parties, arts and craft, and many more. This is one of 5 Beautiful Amenity Filled Communities located in Pocono Lake which is right in between Blakeslee and Pocono Pines Pa. There is a Welcome Center with a downstairs open to residents with Pool Tables, Computer Stations, a Library, Board Games, Ping Pong Tables, a television, and a Gym! There is a New Member Service Building that will be opening this year in the first gate of the Community.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Still Available. A Great Rental in Big Bass!

The Quintessential Mountain Chalet in Sought After Big Bass Lake Community. Tile and Hardwood Floors Tastefully Blended in With Modern Wall to Wall Carpet and Granite Counters! Everything You Could want in a Mountain Chalet and Much More! Come Make your Mountain Memories HERE! Just over a Half Mile Walk to The Beach on Big Bass Lake and 1.35 Miles to The Pool complex! Big Bass Lake offers it's own big list of Amenities including Tennis Courts, Pools, Beach, Playgrounds, and much more. This is a home that sleeps 12, and it is great in location at Big Bass Lake being not far from the pool or beach!

Rates are as Follows:
~Weekly Summer - $850
~Weekend Summer - $550

~Weekly Winter - $950
~Weekend Winter - $600
~Weekly Offseason - $750
~Weekend Offseason - $500
~Extra Night - $100
~Holiday - $100
~Security - $500
~Reservation - $10
~Cleaning - $85

 

Big Bass Lake is a Private Gated Community in Gouldsboro Pa, It is located in the Pocono Mountains of Upstate Pennsylvania. Big Bass Lake has Beautiful homes of all shapes and sizes, and it is full of life and Amenities. Walking through Big Bass Lake means you will need your camera ready to snap! Stumble Upon the Abundance of Wildlife and the Spring Time Trees that are beginning to regain life! The Mountain Air is something special that can only be found in the Poconos. Find yourself taking pictures of the Whitetail Deer Drinking from one of the 3 Lakes in Big Bass Lake. This is a Perfect Community for those looking for a Beautiful Home amongst Wildlife!

 

 

 

 

Tuesday, August 7, 2012

Expanded Raised Ranch in Emerald Lakes Community

Rare Opportunity To Own Expanded Raised Ranch Home on 1.34 Acres With Full Mother in Law Suite! Property Features 5 Bedrooms and 2 Baths With Living Room, Kitchen and Dining Area Up With Pellet Stove and 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Living Room, Kitchen and Dining Area Down. Gardens and Large Storage Shed On Large Quiet Property With Paved Driveway! A Beautiful Private Home run on Well Water in the lovely Emerald Lakes Estates. It also comes with a 2 - Car Garage and Offstreet Parking.This is a Fantastic Home and a very Rare price for something so nice in the Pocono Mountains! Comes with your standard living needs and appliances including Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Oven, and Refrigerator. This is a Beautiful home with a GREAT and RARE price that is hard to come by in the Pocono Mountains, and especially the very Amenity Filled Community known as Emerald Lakes or Emerald Lakes Estates!

5 Bedroom

3 Bathroom

2,268 Square Feet

$ 189,900

Contact Me for a tour of this Beauty, and to possibly make it your very own Perfect Pocono Mountain Home!

 

 

 

Emerald Lakes Community is located conveniently just off of Rte 380 about 20 minutes from Camelback Ski and Water Complex. This wonderful community offers 5 lakes, 2 of which were left behind from an old Wisconsin Glacier. The community offers 2 beaches complete with bathhouses and playground facilities. There is an indoor pool as well as an outdoor pool to go along with the the tennis complex and basketball courts.After a day of community enjoyment you can kick back at The Emerald Grill Bar and Restaurant without ever leaving the community.

 

 

 

 

 

Monday, August 6, 2012

Beautiful Home Surrounded by State Forest & Pocono Mountain Gamelands

PRISTINE Ranch on lovely landscaped lot in Golf Community in Heart of Lackawanna State Forest. Maintenance-free with new stamped concrete walkway leading to lovely covered porch. Home only 5 yrs old and gives warm contemporary feeling with Cathedral Ceilings,crown mouldings and ledged ceilings in LR, wired for flat screen TV above gas fireplace and tile, modern carpeting, and wood laminate floors throughout. Beautiful master suite plus two other bright BR's. Economical utilities and close to Wilkes-Barre, Scranton, and all the Pocono Outdoor Activities. A must see if you're truly a woodsy and outdoors person who would love nothing more then to be completely surrounded by The Lackawanna State Forest and Pa State Gamelands. This home is located in the Beautiful Thornhurst Country Club Estates, and it is truly right in the heart of the Country!

3 Bedroom

2 Bathroom

1,200 Square Feet

$155,000

North Pocono School District

 

 

Thornhurst PA is a big part of the Pocono Mountains, and it is very secluded in an almost Fairytale like setting. It is the Perfect Place for all of the Nature Lovers because it provides a number of Hiking Trails and much Wildlife including Whitetail Deer, Chipmunks, Groundhogs, Foxes, Owls, Turtles, Black Bear, Wild Turkey, Woodpeckers, and so much more! It is also the most Exclusive Place in almost the entire Pocono Mountain area for Hunters. Thornhurst is basically a Small Forest in the Mountains! It is Completely Surrounded by Pa State Gamelands. The Lackawanna State Forest Engulfs this tight knit Community bringing you the Perfect Peaceful Serenity that the Pocono Mountains has to offer. Thornhurst Country Club Estates also has its very own Community Amenities including a Swimming Pool, Basketball Courts, Tennis Courts, Clubhouse, and a 9 Hole Golf Course.