Single Family home situated on 1.25 acres in a very private and secluded community. 38 Algonkin Drive in the community of Pleasant Valley West about 20 minutes outside of Jim Thorpe PA proper (directions below should be used; Map quest dials into a similar address about 5 miles away).

The neighborhood is situated in the middle of a wildlife management area. That in turn is surrounded and abuts about 3000 acres of parkland, nature at its best! This raised ranch was completely gutted; it’s 70% new. The inside contains three bedrooms (queen in the master, 2 twins and two bunk beds) and a queen pullout couch. There are 2 full baths, the one off the master is very large and could accept wheelchair access as this floor is on ground level (Raised ranch).

The kitchen has ample cabinets, counter and the stainless appliances give you a feel of being in a “chef’s kitchen”, a nice change from the dated amenities that clutter most of the Pocono’s. The table can seat up to 10 very comfortable and we have spared no expense with various appliances, cookware etc. in an effort to make the cooking an event. The living room contains a fireplace; nice seating that blends into the kitchen to create a great room with oversized ceilings and a black bear theme to honor our neighbors.
 

The two upstairs bedrooms both have large closets and ample storage, they share a full bath and a slider leads on to the carpeted sunning deck from one of the rooms. Downstairs you enter the media/game room. Foosball, darts and a poker table will keep you occupied. We have a chest full of games, toys and kid related items as well. The door to the single car garage is found off this room, great for storing your ski’s, ATV’s or bikes. The room continues with the black leather furniture theme from upstairs, the couch turning into a queen sleeper for guests # 7 and 8.

Off of the media room you will find the master bedroom. Nice lighting, super grand closet and yet very inviting for lounging. The master bath is directly off both of these rooms and hidden in the closet is a full sized closet washer/dryer for your use. Linens and towels are provided and all you need to do is wash them upon your exit.

Outside the home contains a wraparound deck with two distinct areas, dining (including a gas grill, table and umbrella and the sunning area with a table and lounge chairs. Once you go down into the yard, you begin to remember you’re in the woods. Rustic outbuilding with a shed (we may convert to a bar, stay tuned) and a child playhouse. Old time swing in a tree along with a swing set for the kids. Fire pit/charcoal grill and horse shoe pits, all surrounded by the wild mountain laurel and rhododendron that is my natural privacy fence. The driveway is a semi-circle and can handle all the cars you could drive (8-10) and you will be hard pressed to see the neighbors, although 6 live on the street, really!

This home is 21st century on the inside, but I have left it as natural as I found it outside. Truly a retreat that you and your party will enjoy, so close to nature and so close to everything else. Welcome to “The Bear Den”!

If you are interested in renting the property, please be advised of the following:

You will need to e-mail owner to get

• Pricing
• Dates
• Payment method

Then on the lease (which can be downloaded here) you will need to fill in the dates and times, a copy of your id (drivers license and credit card front and back) and mail along with payment to owners address (information is listed on lease).
 

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