Looking for a Pocono chalet near Bushkill Falls with resort-style amenities and indoor pools? Welcome to Hopskip Home Retro Chalet, a cozy mountain retreat in the top-rated Saw Creek Estates community. Enjoy access to indoor pools, hot tubs, tennis courts, and a private ski slope. Minutes from Bushkill Falls (6mi), Delaware Water Gap (4mi), and Shawnee Mountain (8mi). Part of Hopskip Home, a curated collection of four designer Pocono chalets for memorable group getaways and 5-star stays.
We invite you to experience a stay at the Hopskip Home RETRO CHALET!
-----HOME HIGHLIGHTS-----
• Sleeps 8 | 3 bedrooms + sleeping loft
• Located in Saw Creek Estates, the #1 rated gated community in the Poconos
• Access to indoor pools, hot tubs & indoor tennis courts
• Large deck with treetop views, dining area & Weber grill
• Propane firepit with outdoor lounge seating
• Bright open-concept living space with high ceilings
• Fully equipped kitchen for family meals
• Minutes from Bushkill Falls, Delaware Water Gap & Shawnee Mountain
• Private community ski slope (winter season)
-----LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS-----
10 TO 20 MINUTE RADIUS:
• Bushkill Falls • Shawnee Ski Resort • Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, Smithfield Beach & The McDade Trail • TreeVentures (ropes courses) • White Lighting Tubing
20 TO 35 MINUTE RADIUS:
• Camelback, Aquatopia & Camelbeach • Dingman’s Falls & Raymondskill Falls • Charming downtowns of Stroudsburg, Delaware Water Gap & Milford • Pocono Premium Outlets • Pocono Beverage Trail faves like Mountainview, Silverback, Shawnee Craft, Barley Creek and more
----COMMUNITY HIGHLIGHTS-----
#1-RATED SAW CREEK COMMUNITY
• Private, safe, gated community (community registration required - see "Guest Access" for more details)
• Year-round pools (2 indoor pools with hot tubs, 3 summer-only outdoor pools) (refer to POOL HOURS under "Guest Access" for more details)
• Indoor and outdoor tennis and pickle courts
• Lake with lake “beach” for swimming, kayaking, fishing and picnicking
• Top of the World community restaurant and bar
• Children’s playgrounds, basketballs courts, walking pond and more
• Private ski slope with 3 trails and equipment rentals (winter season, additional fees apply)
-----YOUR PREMIER HOSTS-----
Hi, we’re your Premier Hosts, Graham & Krista, a husband and wife team and owners of Hopskip Home, a curated collection of four thoughtfully designed Pocono vacation chalets. We renovated and designed everything in the home for you to have a wonderful and thoughtful 5-STAR stay. Check out our other listings:
(2) Hopskip Home Designer Chalet | East Stroudsburg
(3) Hopskip Home Luxury Chalet | East Stroudsburg (located 1 house away from Designer Chalet)
(4) Hopskip Home Modern Chalet | Pocono Lake
-----WHAT OUR GUESTS ARE SAYING-----
"Charming property with the best hosts! It was so easy to communicate with Graham and Krista throughout our stay. Loved that everything was labeled in the house. There was more than enough room for my family of six. The kids enjoyed the community pool and pickleball courts. Would definitely book again!" -Amanda G.
"This weekend was everything my family needed, as always Graham maintains great communication before you arrive to the location during and afterwards, the house was perfect and I love the community with so many amenities regardless of the weather there was always something to do! I look forward to our next stay! Thank you for everything" -Jessenia (repeat guest)
"My family and I truly enjoyed our stay! We came to hike in Bushkill Falls, but we will be back because no matter what time of year it is, there is something to do! We hiked, played indoor basketball and pickleball and swam in the indoor pool! We can't wait to come back during ski season to try out the trails right on site! Graham and Krista were amazing hosts, and so responsive! The place was better than described!" -Lisa
-----OUR TOP RECOMMENDATIONS-----
• We have curated our top recommendations for you to have the best Pocono stay ever!
• We can recommend our favorite nearby local and state parks, hiking trails, biking trails, fishing, river rafting, kayaking, skiing, golfing, horseback riding, wine tasting, ATVing, paintballing, rollerskating, bowling, zip lining and more!
• We can also recommend fabulous restaurants, unique local shops, top attractions, happening nightlife spots, popular tours, fun festivals and more gems!
-----MORE ABOUT YOUR VACATION CHALET-----
EXTERIOR
• Expansive deck with treetop views
• Dining area with Weber gas grill
• Lounge area with propane firepit
• Enclosed porch with lounge seating
LIVING ROOMS
• Main Living Room and Loft Lounge with high ceilings
• Smart HDTVs (log into your TV apps) and sound system
• Board games: Monopoly, Clue, Scrabble, Candyland, cards and more!
• Note: fireplace is for decoration only!
KITCHEN & DINING
• Refrigerator, electric range/oven, dishwasher, microwave
• Coffee maker, toaster, blender
• Pots, pans, plates, bowls, utensils, cups, mugs, wine glasses, serveware, cookbooks and more
• ESSENTIALS PROVIDED: 1 roll paper towel, garbage bags, dish soap, dish tabs, sponge
BEDROOMS
• Primary Bedroom: queen bed, ensuite full bath
• Bedroom 2: queen bed
• Bedroom 3: 1 full bed
• Sleeping Loft: 2 twin beds with TV lounge area
• Primary bedroom on main level, all other bedrooms on upper level
• New memory foam mattresses and fresh linens
• Closets, hangers, luggage racks and drawers to unpack
BATHROOM
• Two full bathrooms
• ESSENTIALS PROVIDED: 1 bath towel per guest, hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hair dryer
MORE FEATURES
• Hopskip Home online Welcome Book with our top curated recommendations (we've almost tried it all for you!)
• Pocono guidebooks
• On-site parking for up to 4 cars
• Air conditioning (mini split) & heating (mini splits and electric baseboards)
• Stacked washer/dryer for light loads
• Free Wi-Fi
• Mudroom rack
-----GUEST ACCESS-----
***MANDATORY COMMUNITY REGISTRATION***
• Guests must e-sign a mandatory Saw Creek Estates Community Short-Term Guest Registration Form prior to arrival to gain access into the community
• Form will be sent upon booking. You will need to provide your email and list the first and last names and addresses of all guests.
• The HOA registration fee and amenity passes for up to 6 guests are included in your total price. If you have more than 6 guests using the amenities at the same time, there is an additional $25/day per guest fee for use of the amenities that must be coordinated in advance of your stay.
• If you do not complete the registration by 5pm at least 3 days prior to arrival, the HOA charges an extra $25 expedited registration fee which you would be responsible for.
• No modifications can be made to registered guests and cars within 24hrs prior to arrival
• POOL HOURS: please message to confirm pool hours.
-----OTHER THINGS TO NOTE-----
• REMEMBER TO BRING • coffee, milk, sugar, ice, bathing suits, beach towels, beach chairs, cooler, sunblock, bug spray, sports equipment to play tennis, pickle or basketball, fishing rods (PA fishing license needed—fill out online), kayak or canoe
• NATURE-Y THINGS • The chalet is located in a rural, wooded setting. You may encounter wild animals (mostly deer), spiders, flying insects and more critters.
-----HOUSE RULES-----
• EARLY CHECK IN/OUT: We offer early check in/out options for a small fee subject to availability. Please inquire for more details.
• CHECK OUT INSTRUCTIONS: Please turn lights off, turn down heat/AC, close all windows, lock the doors, bring trash to community Trash Compactor Area. Failure to remove garbage and recycling upon check out will result in a fine of $25/per bag imposed by the cleaners.
• RENTERS, GUESTS & MAX OCCUPANCY: All guests must be registered on the HOA registration form. Visitors are not allowed. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. No third party bookings (the booker has to be staying at the house, you cannot book on behalf of someone else). Home occupancy not to exceed 8 adults and 4 cars.
• IMMEDIATE CANCELLATION: Your stay will be immediately terminated without refund for violating rules on pets, parties, max occupancy, smoking and tampering with Wifi and security devices.
• PET VIOLATIONS: Guest will pay any additional pet cleaning fees as assessed by the cleaners.
• COMMUNITY RULES: Zero tolerance fireworks policy, guest will pay $500 fine. Zero tolerance burning a firepit during a community-wide burn ban (signs are posted at all entrance gates), guest will pay $500 fine. Quiet hours 10pm, guest will pay noise violation ticket. Speed Limit is 25 mph unless otherwise posted, guest will pay speeding ticket.
• GUEST AMENITY FOBs: Your stay comes with 6 amenity key FOBs. If lost or damaged, replacement key FOBs cost $25/each.
• FIRE SAFETY: Gas grill, electric range, propane firepit and wood burning firepit must be used responsibly and attended at all times. If propane tank runs out, you can refill or exchange it nearby and we will reimburse you. Firepit must be extinguished fully. Smoking, vaping, candles and incense are not allowed in the house or on the deck.
• OWNER’S BELONGINGS: supply closet and crawl space shall remain locked. All items in the home are the property of the owners. Cleaning staff does an inventory check at each turnover. Additional fees will apply for any missing or damaged items.
• DAMAGE FEES: Renter is liable for any and all damage to the property during their stay. All damage must be reported immediately to the owner. Stickers, tape, markers, paints, glitter, glue, slime and putty are not allowed. Additional fees will apply for any damages these items cause.
• THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION respecting the house rules and taking care of the property as if it was your own. We hope you enjoy your stay at the Hopskip Home Chalet!
