E. Stroudsburg
Google reviews are bad. Informal all-suite hotel off Interstate 80 is 5 miles from the Shawnee Mountain Ski Area.
3-screens, new & classic movies in iconic movie theater. Concession stand has popcorn (with real butter!) candy, baked goods, coffee. $
Hosts 10 in 4 bedrooms with 7 beds, 3 baths. Game room, fire pit, fireplace, sun room, 3 decks. Private community with lake and outdoor pool.
Double-scented candles and gifts. They’ve got body lotions, massage oils, soaps, hair pomades, fragrance lamps and fuels, and more.
Strip mall pizzeria known for giant slices. Beer to go. Subs, cheesesteaks, stromboli, calzone, pasta, and Italian entrees.
This is the place just northeast of town between Stroudsburg and the town of Delaware Water Gap and the DWG Nat’l Recreation Area. Lots of camping, lots of fun
Pay as you weigh fish market. Shrimp, scallops, salmon, lobster, crab legs, catfish, whiting, and red snapper. You can have it steamed or fried on the premises. They make meals to go!
Great Bear golf course restaurant in clubhouse open to the public. Covered patio overlooks the 18th hole. Nice dining room.
Unassuming storefront housing a terrific little restaurant. Mexican and Spanish food made to order, friendly service. BYOB.
Hosts 12 guests in a large house with 5 bedrooms, 8 beds, and 3 baths in a beautiful private community.
18-hole, par 71 Jack Nicklaus designed course. 3 lakes, streams, rolling terrain. Clubhouse, restaurant, pro shop, practice area.
Pretty normal supermarket, but they do claim to have over 700 varieties of beer. Bakery, deli, prepared foods, all the usuals.
Modern industrial space, affordable rates, from a micro-wedding to a large and extravagant event. Beautiful space.
Primo’s is a little takeout slice joint. You can also order a pie. Wings, salads, burgers, steak sandwiches, chicken and eggplant parm, hot and cold Italian subs, stromboli, and calzone.
Gold-Star community with a pool, a lake, and recreational basketball and tennis courts. Beautiful and upscale.
Awesome collection of clothing, accessories, and a supply of winter and summer fun. Skateboards, snowboards, and accessories.
Family-owned restaurant serves empanadas, wings, burgers, cheesesteaks, Cuban sandwiches, vegetarian options.
32 beers on tap. Flat screens on sports. Live entertainment. Deck with fire-pit tables. Wings, burgers, veg wraps, cheesesteaks, steaks.
Two-bedroom resort villas that sleep up to eight guests. Full kitchens, patios, and fireplaces. Wyndham is in the process (still!) of upgrading the condos.
Seasonal, local, fresh ingredients for specials like Meyer lemon buttermilk pancakes, blackberry syrup. Quiches, soups, salads. Great baked goods. Breakfast and lunch.
Weekend festival in Sept. Bagpipes, step dancing, Irish bands. Irish food, petting zoo, dog herding exhibition.
Sweet spot just outside of town. Verrrry friendly to locals and tourists alike, with cold beer and homemade food.
Old-school campground, RV/tent. Unplug and unwind. Family-friendly, peaceful getaway. Take advantage of local nature adventures, or just cocoon and be happy where you are.
Pull-through sites for tents/ RVs. Patio sites, cabins from basic to luxurious. Near DWGNRA. Dog park, WiFi.
Slope side seating, bring your own blankets and chairs. Gates at 7 pm, fireworks at dusk, around 9 pm. Food vendors on site.
Hosts 6 guests in 4 bedrooms with 5 beds and 2 baths in lovely private Penn Estates. Tons and tons of amenities.
Family owned and friendly Mexican restaurant serving homemade original family recipes. Burritos, tacos, carnitas, and more.
Organic and locally-sourced breakfast, lunch and dinner along with all-day brunch seven days a week. From-scratch baked goods, an assortment of coffee drinks.
Hosts 12 guests in 3500 square feet surrounded by lakefront in gated community .Luxurious and lovely.
18-hole, par 71, 4,550 to 6,200-yards, three sets of tees. Tight layout between Pocono Mountain Villas timeshares.
4200 acres operated by the Boy Scouts of America. This seemingly endless track of mountain trails, clear streams, and waterfalls – the basis of activities for over 50 years.-
Labor Day hardneck garlic harvest fest. 60 food & craft vendors. Live music, demos, kids’ activities, Garlic Eating Contest.
Pocono Beer and Wine claims to offer the Pocono Mountains the “largest selection of beer, wine, and cigars under one roof.”
Home to the works of legendary fantasy artist Frank Frazetta. Open Thurs-Sun, 10 am – 4 pm. Call for winter hours.
Oxtail, curried goat, jerk chicken, ribs, and roti. Each entrée also comes with rice and beans, fried plantains, and mixed vegetables.
Tasting room in production facility. Enjoy mini cocktail flights, barrel smoked cocktails, whiskey served neat. Friendly staff, 2 bars.
159-acre park, forest, ponds, trails, bird colonies. Fish, camp, swim, hike. The paths are well-marked. Dog-friendly.
Hosts 12 guests with 4 bedrooms plus a loft, 7 beds, and 3 baths. Indoor hot tub, beautiful outdoor deck.
Nicely appointed hibachi/sushi restaurant. Japanese, Chinese, and Thai food. Reasonable prices, casual, fun.
Beautiful family-friendly hometown-style course. Great for kids and beginners. 3130-yard 9-hole USGA sloped and rated golf course.
Hosts 16+ guests in 5 bedrooms with 10 beds and 4.5 baths. It’s located in the high-end Blue Mountain Lakes. 6,000 square feet of luxury. Bring Fido!
3 bedrooms, two full baths, up to 6 guests in a gated community. Beautifully decorated with tons of amenities, gorgeous deck, game room, and attention to detail
With wood logs and chinking, this 1939 log home is completely updated. Hot tub, fireplace, grill, hammock, fire pit, river view. Gorgeous. Bring Fido! Our absolute fave!
Casual sports bar/eatery set in a historic train depot with many TVs. Burgers, nachos, quesadillas, sandwiches, flatbreads, and wings. Family-friendly.
Hosts 6 guests in 3 bedrooms with 3 beds and 2 baths in the gated and amenity-rich community of Penn Estates. Sauna, hot tub, beach, and much more.
Big tavern-style restaurant with three dining rooms and some great views. It’s a country place with an old-fashioned menu.
The Pocono Indian Museum is dedicated to the history of the Delaware River Tribe know as the Lenape. Recorded audio tour guide, gift shop.
Marshalls Creek joint offers bar food, pool tables, darts, and draft beer. A friendly, welcoming, loud group of locals.
Cheesesteaks, chicken parm sandwiches, loaded fries, and the like. Hand-cut fries, onion rings, mac ‘n cheese.
Duplex 1/2 bedroom condo-style rentals built around Fernwood Golf Course. A strange place run by corporate timeshare Expedia Resorts. Visitors report it as dated, dirty, and run-down.
