Barrett
Country deli/restaurant in gorgeous old farmhouse. Homemade soups, salads, sandwiches, pastries made every morning at 4 am. Daily specials.
Pure nature, untouched, and wild. The Brodhead Creek, renowned for trout fishing, runs through it. Great for fishing and hiking from October through June.
Local supermarket, step up from a 7-11. Deli sandwiches, hot food bar. Has most basics, lottery, no beer. Closes at 7 p.m.
Barrett Township is a paradise of streams, forests, and winding country roads. It’s the place for the true nature lover’s country vacation.
Beautiful panoramic views and wide trails that cut through the forest of West Mountain. Great for kids, beginners. Ski and snowboard rentals, lessons.
Rustic wooden cottages surrounded by forest, wrapped around a mountain stream. Outdoor pool, fireplaces, playground.
Casual fine dining, old-fashioned family-run restaurant. Traditional Italian menu. Bar menu, kids’ menu. $$$$
Vintage 2-bedroom cabin. Small stream. It has a semi-private yard with a gas grill, stone patio, and outdoor hot tub. Bring Fido!
A a private oasis offering views of golf course and Skytop Lake. Inn King and Inn Double rooms have gas fireplaces, balconies. 2 restaurants at the Inn.
Magical and luxurious holidays on 5500 acres of woodlands, waterfalls, and lakes. Hayrides, a visit from Santa, skate nights, fireside stories, more.
Locally grown lavender, herbs, and hops. Enchanted Fairy Forest for the little ones. Special days in July and August are offered for you to pick your own lavender.
Reservations are strongly recommended at the restaurant at the lovely Frogtown Inn in Canadensis. New American casual fine dining.
7-week co-ed sleep-away camp. Campers ages 7-16. Sports, outdoor adventure, art, music, STEM.
Quaint country place in a historic building with outdoor deck. Drink specials, steak, salmon with crabmeat, burger, fried chicken sandwich.
Old-school diner that has been in the center of Mountainhome for decades. Counter and stools, tables and booths. Breakfast all day, kids’ menu.
Combo diner and deli. Breakfast and lunch, take-out, everything homemade daily, including pies and baked goods.
Peaceful escape in a restored 1800s farmhouse on 6 wooded acres in beautiful Barrett. Continental breakfast, TV, close to golf, water sports, casino action.
5/6 bedroom home move-in ready. Oversized rooms, modern kitchen and baths, wood-burning fireplace, large family room, formal dining room, and 4-season sunroom.
Beautiful Pocono Mountain fish hatchery. Fish and pay for what you catch, all equipment provided, no license necessary. Picnic tables and snack bar. Inexpensive. Great for kids.
Garden center offering personal service and advice. Seasonal merchandise and decorations spring through Christmas.
Axe Throwing at Skytop Lodge has expert axe throwing coaches. The fee includes all throwing gear, lessons, coach fee. Open to the public.
Gorgeous Ross & White designed 27 hole par 72 and 70 course over wooded, rolling mountainside terrain. Fairway Grille next door.
Draft beer, live music, pool, sports TV, patio. Burgers, fries, wings, nachos, quesadillas. Kids’ menu, large tables, late-night food.
The grand old resort has activities and events for all ages, and they make a special point to cater to the enjoyment of the youngest guests.
Prepare to spend an entire afternoon browsing this well-appointed, neat, and jam-packed antiques and collectibles store.
400 acres of vernal pools, pristine streams, and rhododendron thickets in beautiful Barrett Township. Good for hiking and fishing.
Upscale restaurant overlooks the lake and golf course. Mediterranean-inspired cuisine. Deck with a beautiful view. Kids’ menu.
Packed to the rafters with antiques and vintage Americana. Hours vary, call ahead to make sure they’re open.
Storybook wedding packages include 4-hour open bar, customized wedding cake, champagne toast, overnight stay for the couple.
Black Bear Lodge accommodates 10 guests in 4 bedrooms with 7 beds and 2 baths. Near Skytop Lodge, Camelback Resort, and more.
Mount Wismer abuts 170-acres of Gravel Family Nature Preserve. Hardwood forest, open fields, hiking trails. Great scenic view.
Cute little pizza place in beautiful Mountainhome. Pizza and subs since 1946. Beer down the block.
All-inclusive luxury resort. Picture-perfect elegance, romance, family fun at a grand 124-room mountain lodge since the 1920s.
Chapel in the Pines and Pavilion in the Pines are part of Tall Timber and make your dream barn wedding in the woods beautiful.
Steaks, chops, and seafood, along with a curated wine list. Traditional fare includes spinach and Cobb salads and a selection of sandwiches.
On Rt 390 in the middle of the tiny town of Mountainhome. Open for dinner with fairly mediocre Italian food. Full bar, takeout available.
The mid-1880s Cresco Train Station has become a museum and a sort of shrine to this early United States form of transportation. Open Sunday afternoons, call first.
What’s better than an obstacle course, ziplining, rock climbing, archery tag, & paintball, all at the spectacularly beautiful Skytop Lodge?
The Tap Room is a tavern reminiscent of an English pub. Great for burgers, flatbreads, and paninis. 8 draft beers, good cocktail list, wine by the glass.
Country diner tucked away in a strip mall serving breakfast and lunch. Inexpensive, much better than it oughta be. Biscuits & sausage, Cobb salad, pancakes, French toast, omelets, and chili.
Dining room in luxury resort hotel open to the public. Reservations suggested. Resort casual dress code. $$$$
Friendly, enjoyable trail rides on a winding path through the woods. Great for kids. Wagon rides, barnyard with animals.
Perfect for a cocktail by the fire, or drinks with friends. Bookshelf-line walls, hundreds of framed photographs. Excellent cocktails.
Original Skytop cottage is a 2,640-foot cedar-sided charmer with 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 decks on 1.5 acres.
Charming country inn since 1947. Cottages and rooms in main lodge. Restaurant on premises. Free breakfast, WiFi, outdoor pool.
Devil’s Hole Trail is a 3.1 mile moderately trafficked loop trail that features beautiful wildflowers. The trail is primarily used for hiking and walking. Best used from April until October.
18-hole, par-72 course Golf Digest rated as one of the “Best Places to Play.” Golf Advisor users give it 4.9 stars. Wide, tree-lined fairways, small greens.
Founded in 1952 by 19-year-old newlyweds, Harry and Carol Callie, now operated by the next generation. Super friendly small-town vibe. Classics made on the premises.
Butter Bistro at Frogtown Inn offers Butter’s Beverage Garden with BBQ, beverages, and bocce in the summertime.
Cozy log cabin. Semi-private yard, fireplaces, hot tub, grills, hammock. Perfect getaway surrounded by nature.