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Fall Lake Hideaway – Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Game Room

Family-friendly holiday home with sauna and indoor pool

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Games room
Smart TV, fireplace, video games
Terrace/patio
Escape to Whispering Acres, a serene mountain retreat near Big Bass Lake, offering a rejuvenating hot tub, pool table, and inviting fireplace. Explore the surrounding woods or relax in the private beach area with lake access. With spacious decks for outdoor relaxation and cozy seating areas indoors for gatherings.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathrooms215 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Fall Lake Hideaway – Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Game Room

Whispering Acres offers more than just a place to stay — it’s where family and friends gather for unforgettable moments. Relax in the hot tub after a day on the lake, challenge each other in the game room, or enjoy backyard games by the fire pit as the sun sets. “A dream come true… privacy, family-friendly, and unbeatable value” — recent 5-star guest review. All of this is just minutes from Big Bass Lake’s beaches, pools, trails, and boating.

The Location & Community

Big Bass Lake is a Gold Star private community known for its pristine lakes, scenic trails, and year-round recreation. For a small per-person fee, guests can access exclusive amenities: lakefront beaches, boat rentals, fishing, outdoor and indoor pools, kids’ splash pad, sport courts, restaurant, sledding hills, and more. Whether you’re here to unwind or explore, this is the ultimate destination for nature and water lovers alike.

Home Amenities
Designed for comfort, fun, and connection, Whispering Acres is packed with thoughtful touches to make your stay unforgettable, including:

* A rejuvenating hot tub
* A serene firepit surrounded by woods in a large private yard
* Entertainment-ready pool table
* Full sized 2 player arcade cabinet customized with thousands of classic games
* Stylish wet bar
* Indoor fireplace to gather around
* Various decks for outdoor relaxation
* Outdoor grilling area: Propane grill and grill tools provided for your convenience
* Outdoor Games: Horseshoe Pit and Corn hole
* Private beach access to the lake
* A spacious gourmet kitchen for culinary adventures
* Cozy seating areas for gatherings
* A selection of board games for fun nights in
* Fast, complimentary WiFi for all your connectivity needs + Digital Workstation


Community Amenities (Passes Available)
Weekly Pass: $30 (non-holiday) / $50 (holiday week) per person
Daily Pass: $8 weekday (non-holiday) / $10 weekend or holiday
With a pass, you can enjoy:

* 3 Lakes (Big Bass, Larsen, Westend Pond)
* Fishing (16 yrs+ need fishing license)
* Marinas with Kayaks/Canoes/Paddle Board Rentals
* Hiking trails
* Snow tubing and sledding hills (season dependent)
* Indoor pool
* Sauna (check w/Rec Center for availability)
* Outdoor pool (Summer)
* Kids Splash Pad (Summer)
* Passing The Thyme restaurant
* Tennis courts
* Basketball courts
* Pickleball courts
* Umbrellas and outdoor dining
* Playground area for the kids
* Beach volleyball


The purchase of amenity passes includes tennis rackets, balls, basketballs, and towels for the indoor pool.

Passes can be purchased at the Club House in the Summer, and at the Recreation Center or Admin Building in the off-season.

Layout Details

Ground Floor:

Full Bathroom: Complete with all essentials
Game Room: Equipped with a pool table and bar, 2 player arcade cabinet customized with thousands of classic games to enjoy

Upper Floor:

Bedroom 1: King-size luxury with attached full bathroom
Bedroom 2: Bunk bed setup (Twin over Full)
Bedroom 3: A cozy Queen bed
Bathroom: Full Bathroom

Lower Floor:

Bedroom 4: Two Twin Beds for a peaceful night's sleep
Bedroom 5: Queen Bed for restful slumbers

Outdoor & Indoor Living:

Enjoy expansive decking areas, peaceful boating experiences, hiking trails awaiting discovery, and a hot tub nestled in the serene woods. Indoor comforts include a Smart TV with cable access, a warm fireplace, luxurious bathing options, ample seating for dining, a pool table, 2 player arcade cabinet, and a wet bar set for entertaining.

Gourmet Kitchen & General Amenities:

Fully stocked with a refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, dishwasher, coffee maker, toaster, and all cooking essentials (pots/pans/utensils/salt & pepper). The home includes all linens/towels, washer/dryer, heating, air conditioning, hair dryer, iron/board, and basic supplies for convenience.

Pets & Parking:

Accommodations include a dog bed and bowls for your furry friends. Ample free driveway parking is available (6 vehicles capacity).

Location & Attractions:

The property places you minutes away from Big Bass Lake, Gouldsboro State Park, various resorts, water parks, premium shopping, and local breweries, ensuring your stay is filled with memorable adventures.

Check-In & Community Access
You’ll enjoy smooth, keyless entry with a digital keypad. To access the community, the HOA requires a guest list in advance. Once booked, I’ll send a quick form to collect names, vehicle info, and your dates — this allows the security gate to welcome you without delay. Everyone entering the community (including visitors) must be on the list, but changes are easy to make with my help.

Nearby Attractions

Big Bass Lake – 5 minutes
Gouldsboro State Park – 5 minutes
Kalahari Waterpark – 20 minutes
Camelback Ski Resort – 27 minutes
Tannersville Premium Outlets – 25 minutes
Barley Creek Brewing Co – 25 minutes
Buckhill Falls – 35 minutes
Bushkill Falls – 35 minutes

Whispering Acres blends privacy, comfort, and a location packed with things to do — perfect for families, friends, and group getaways in every season. Prime weekends go quickly here, reserve your dates today and start planning your Big Bass Lake getaway.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycles
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycles
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 2,309 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please take all trash to the dumpsters near the main gate. Do not leave food or bags inside or outside (deck, driveway, yard)—it attracts animals and may result in HOA fines.
Cover the hot tub and firepit. If you used any outdoor games, please return them to the storage bin.
If you used the grill: brush the grates, leave tools inside the grill, shut off the gas valve and burner knobs, and put the cover back on.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

- Must submit renter application with names of all guests to gain access through security gate - Follow all posted hot tub safety rules
- Dispose of your trash in dumpsters - This house has a septic tank. Do not flush anything but toilet paper or natural waste. - Maximum of 6 cars
- Please do not dump grease down kitchen sink - Please do not strike ceiling or pool table surface with pool cue. - Quiet hours are 11p-7:30a

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Map
Gouldsboro, PA

What's nearby

  • Big Bass Lake - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Larsen Lake - 8 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Lake Watawga - 9 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Kalahari - 22 min drive - 31.6 km
  • Arrowhead Lake - 26 min drive - 22.5 km

Getting around

  • Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Country Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Kay's Italian Resturant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Kay’s Daily Grind - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Happy Family - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Fall Lake Hideaway – Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Game Room have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

Is Fall Lake Hideaway – Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Game Room pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Fall Lake Hideaway – Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Game Room?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fall Lake Hideaway – Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Game Room?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fall Lake Hideaway – Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Game Room located?

This family-friendly Gouldsboro holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Big Bass Lake and Gouldsboro State Park. Lehigh River is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

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Reviews

9.8

Exceptional