Pool & Lake Access Charming Cabin For Families
Entire chalet in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania
- 7 guests
- 3 bedrooms
- 5 beds
- 1.5 baths
Hosted by Cathleen
- Superhost
- 3 years hosting
Listing highlights
Top 10% of homes
This home is highly ranked based on ratings, reviews, and reliability.
In the Poconos, near Jim Thorpe
About a 10-min drive to Jim Thorpe's shops and eateries, with whitewater rafting even closer
Cozy nights in and around the cabin
A propane fireplace, arcade machine, board games, and a fire pit with firewood provided
Consistently clean and well-stocked
Guests highlight how clean and well-stocked the cabin is, with many noting thoughtful touches
Escape to Bella Bear Cabin 🐻, a charming & family-friendly chalet just 10 mins from downtown Jim Thorpe! This cozy retreat comfortably sleeps 4 adults, 3 children & 1 infant.
Why You’ll Love It:
✔ Located in Bear Creek Lakes, offering free access to a community pool, private lake, playgrounds, tennis & pickleball courts and bocce!
✔ Endless adventure nearby: whitewater rafting, horseback riding, paintball, hiking, fishing & skiing!
✔ Dog-friendly – Bring your furry friend! ($150 pet fee)
The space
Bella Bear Cabin – Cozy Mountain Retreat Near Jim Thorpe! Enjoy the one of PA's most historic and charming towns!
Check out our virtual house tour! Scan the QR code in the listing photos for a full walkthrough video.
Bella Bear Cabin is your perfect family-friendly retreat, offering a blend of adventure and relaxation. Enjoy s’mores by the fire, lake days, poolside fun, waterfall hikes, wine tasting, Historic Jim Thorpe's Fall Foliage Festival in October, paintball, and more!
Elevate your stay with exclusive concierge services:
- Private Chef/ Catering
- In Home Massage Service
- Fridge Stocking
- Luxury Picnics/ Decorating
- Professional Family Photo Sessions
Ask us about discount Pocono Whitewater Rafting, Biking and Skirmish Tickets!!!!
🏡 The Space
🛏 Sleeping Arrangements:
✔First Bedroom (1st Floor) – Queen bed, Smart TV
✔Second Bedroom (2nd Floor) – Queen bed, Smart TV
✔Third Bedroom (2nd Floor) – Bunk bed (twin mattresses) + 1 twin bed, Smart TV & PlayStation
🍽 Kitchen & Dining:
✔Fully stocked kitchen with all cooking essentials
✔Ninja Coffee Maker (grounds provided, uses #4 filters & K-cup adapter)
✔French press available for coffee lovers
✔Dining table with seating for the whole family
🛋 Living Room:
✔Large comfortable couch for movie nights
✔Smart TV for streaming your favorite shows
✔Arcade console with 10 classic games
✔Propane fireplace for warmth & ambiance
🚿 Bathrooms:
✔Full bathroom with shower/tub combo
✔Fresh towels, toiletries & hairdryer provided
🌲 Outdoor Space:
✔1 wooded acre of private land
✔Wood-burning fire pit (firewood provided)
✔Propane grill (guests provide propane, honor system in place)
✔Adirondack chairs & outdoor dining set
✔Outdoor games & beach chairs
✔2 paddle boards + life jackets (2 adult, 2 youth, 2 infant) for use at the community lake
🚨 Please Note: The treehouse in the backyard is unsafe and NOT available for use.
🏡 Community Amenities (FREE Access!)
✔ Swimming pool (Memorial Day to Labor Day & this is a 5 minute drive from the home)
✔ Private lake with beach access (2-5 minute drive)
✔ Playgrounds & sports courts (tennis, pickleball, bocce)
🎢 Nearby Attractions:
✔Historic Jim Thorpe – Charming shops, dining, train rides (10 min)
✔Lake Harmony & Split Rock Water Park (15 min)
✔Pocono Raceway (20 min)
✔Whitewater Rafting, Biking & Skirmish (Ask us about discounted tickets!)
✔Horseback riding, hiking & skiing
✔Wineries, breweries & paintball at Skirmish
🎁 Extras:
✔ High-speed WiFi & Smart TVs
✔ Dog-friendly ($150 pet fee) this includes up to 2 pets, fee is $150 total not per pet.
🧑🧑🧒🧒 We cater to families:
✔ Pack n' Play available
✔ High Chair
✔ Bumbo Chair
✔ Board Games & Arcade
✨ Book your stay at Bella Bear Cabin today and experience the best of the Poconos! ✨
Guest access
The entire house and outdoor area.
Other things to note
You will need to fill out a rental application upon booking the home that lists all guests staying at the home.
We may require further guest verification upon booking. This would include the main guest on the reservation providing personal contact information, a photo of their ID and a selfie with the ID.
Early Check In/Late Check Out:
If you're interested in upgrading your stay to check in early or check out late, please ask us 48 hours in advance of your arrival. We will not be able to confirm this any sooner. We do our absolute best to accommodate when possible as it is solely based on our current availability and the cleaning schedule. It costs $50 to upgrade your stay for each option. Early check in starts at 12pm and late check out goes until 2pm.
Please use the Bear Creek Lakes Community badges while using amenities (8 amenity badges). Vehicles will be given 2 car pass.
Trash disposal will be handled by our trash hauling service twice a week. We request no trash is left outside to avoid attracting unwanted campers!
There will be no refunds or change in dates for weather-related (especially snow) or medical issues. Please purchase travel insurance to protect your trip at the time of booking as the Poconos is very prone to winter snow storms.
For infants, we provide additional items to help create a relaxing experience for parents:
- Highchair that clips onto the chair
- Pack n Play with clean washable cover, fitted sheets, and mattress
- Bumbo chair
- Mamaroo swing with infant insert
- Fisher Price infant-to-toddler rocker
- 2 Baby gates
Celebrating something special? We have you covered and can make local recommendations for private chefs, in-house massage services and more!
Why You’ll Love It:
✔ Located in Bear Creek Lakes, offering free access to a community pool, private lake, playgrounds, tennis & pickleball courts and bocce!
✔ Endless adventure nearby: whitewater rafting, horseback riding, paintball, hiking, fishing & skiing!
✔ Dog-friendly – Bring your furry friend! ($150 pet fee)
The space
Bella Bear Cabin – Cozy Mountain Retreat Near Jim Thorpe! Enjoy the one of PA's most historic and charming towns!
Check out our virtual house tour! Scan the QR code in the listing photos for a full walkthrough video.
Bella Bear Cabin is your perfect family-friendly retreat, offering a blend of adventure and relaxation. Enjoy s’mores by the fire, lake days, poolside fun, waterfall hikes, wine tasting, Historic Jim Thorpe's Fall Foliage Festival in October, paintball, and more!
Elevate your stay with exclusive concierge services:
- Private Chef/ Catering
- In Home Massage Service
- Fridge Stocking
- Luxury Picnics/ Decorating
- Professional Family Photo Sessions
Ask us about discount Pocono Whitewater Rafting, Biking and Skirmish Tickets!!!!
🏡 The Space
🛏 Sleeping Arrangements:
✔First Bedroom (1st Floor) – Queen bed, Smart TV
✔Second Bedroom (2nd Floor) – Queen bed, Smart TV
✔Third Bedroom (2nd Floor) – Bunk bed (twin mattresses) + 1 twin bed, Smart TV & PlayStation
🍽 Kitchen & Dining:
✔Fully stocked kitchen with all cooking essentials
✔Ninja Coffee Maker (grounds provided, uses #4 filters & K-cup adapter)
✔French press available for coffee lovers
✔Dining table with seating for the whole family
🛋 Living Room:
✔Large comfortable couch for movie nights
✔Smart TV for streaming your favorite shows
✔Arcade console with 10 classic games
✔Propane fireplace for warmth & ambiance
🚿 Bathrooms:
✔Full bathroom with shower/tub combo
✔Fresh towels, toiletries & hairdryer provided
🌲 Outdoor Space:
✔1 wooded acre of private land
✔Wood-burning fire pit (firewood provided)
✔Propane grill (guests provide propane, honor system in place)
✔Adirondack chairs & outdoor dining set
✔Outdoor games & beach chairs
✔2 paddle boards + life jackets (2 adult, 2 youth, 2 infant) for use at the community lake
🚨 Please Note: The treehouse in the backyard is unsafe and NOT available for use.
🏡 Community Amenities (FREE Access!)
✔ Swimming pool (Memorial Day to Labor Day & this is a 5 minute drive from the home)
✔ Private lake with beach access (2-5 minute drive)
✔ Playgrounds & sports courts (tennis, pickleball, bocce)
🎢 Nearby Attractions:
✔Historic Jim Thorpe – Charming shops, dining, train rides (10 min)
✔Lake Harmony & Split Rock Water Park (15 min)
✔Pocono Raceway (20 min)
✔Whitewater Rafting, Biking & Skirmish (Ask us about discounted tickets!)
✔Horseback riding, hiking & skiing
✔Wineries, breweries & paintball at Skirmish
🎁 Extras:
✔ High-speed WiFi & Smart TVs
✔ Dog-friendly ($150 pet fee) this includes up to 2 pets, fee is $150 total not per pet.
🧑🧑🧒🧒 We cater to families:
✔ Pack n' Play available
✔ High Chair
✔ Bumbo Chair
✔ Board Games & Arcade
✨ Book your stay at Bella Bear Cabin today and experience the best of the Poconos! ✨
Guest access
The entire house and outdoor area.
Other things to note
You will need to fill out a rental application upon booking the home that lists all guests staying at the home.
We may require further guest verification upon booking. This would include the main guest on the reservation providing personal contact information, a photo of their ID and a selfie with the ID.
Early Check In/Late Check Out:
If you're interested in upgrading your stay to check in early or check out late, please ask us 48 hours in advance of your arrival. We will not be able to confirm this any sooner. We do our absolute best to accommodate when possible as it is solely based on our current availability and the cleaning schedule. It costs $50 to upgrade your stay for each option. Early check in starts at 12pm and late check out goes until 2pm.
Please use the Bear Creek Lakes Community badges while using amenities (8 amenity badges). Vehicles will be given 2 car pass.
Trash disposal will be handled by our trash hauling service twice a week. We request no trash is left outside to avoid attracting unwanted campers!
There will be no refunds or change in dates for weather-related (especially snow) or medical issues. Please purchase travel insurance to protect your trip at the time of booking as the Poconos is very prone to winter snow storms.
For infants, we provide additional items to help create a relaxing experience for parents:
- Highchair that clips onto the chair
- Pack n Play with clean washable cover, fitted sheets, and mattress
- Bumbo chair
- Mamaroo swing with infant insert
- Fisher Price infant-to-toddler rocker
- 2 Baby gates
Celebrating something special? We have you covered and can make local recommendations for private chefs, in-house massage services and more!
Where you’ll sleep
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What this place offers
Shared beach access
Kitchen
Wifi
Free parking on premises
Shared outdoor pool - available seasonally, open specific hours, olympic-sized, pool toys
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Rated 4.96 out of 5 from 212 reviews.
Guest favorite
This home is in the top 10% of eligible listings based on ratings, reviews, and reliability
Overall rating
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Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for check-in
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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for value
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Where you’ll be
Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania, United States
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Neighborhood highlights
Nearby are Jim Thorpe, hiking, biking, white-water rafting, paintball, zip-lining, ATV tours, fishing, nature trails, and so much more!
Close Attractions:
White-water rafting & Lehigh Gorge area ~ 5-10 min
Rail-trail biking / hiking in the Lehigh Gorge or Switchback Trails ~ 10-15 min
Skirmish Paintball ~ 20 min
Skiing at Big Boulder/Jack Frost ~ 15-20 min
Skiing at Blue Mountain Ski Resort ~ 25 min
Zip-lining / Aerial adventure outfitters ~ 30 min
ATV tours ~ 15-30 min (varies by provider)
Fishing ~ 5 min
Hiking, nature trails, state parks (e.g., Hickory Run State Park) ~ 15 min
Food:
Penn’s Peak (mountain-top concert venue + restaurant) ~ 10 min
Jim Thorpe Main Street (shops + eateries) ~ 10 min
The Renegade Winery ~ 20 min
Additional restaurants like Louie’s Prime Steak House, Gagliano’s Pizza, Piggy’s, Nick's Boat House — most within ~ 10-20 min depending on destination
Close Attractions:
White-water rafting & Lehigh Gorge area ~ 5-10 min
Rail-trail biking / hiking in the Lehigh Gorge or Switchback Trails ~ 10-15 min
Skirmish Paintball ~ 20 min
Skiing at Big Boulder/Jack Frost ~ 15-20 min
Skiing at Blue Mountain Ski Resort ~ 25 min
Zip-lining / Aerial adventure outfitters ~ 30 min
ATV tours ~ 15-30 min (varies by provider)
Fishing ~ 5 min
Hiking, nature trails, state parks (e.g., Hickory Run State Park) ~ 15 min
Food:
Penn’s Peak (mountain-top concert venue + restaurant) ~ 10 min
Jim Thorpe Main Street (shops + eateries) ~ 10 min
The Renegade Winery ~ 20 min
Additional restaurants like Louie’s Prime Steak House, Gagliano’s Pizza, Piggy’s, Nick's Boat House — most within ~ 10-20 min depending on destination
Meet your host
My work: Professional Host
I spend too much time: Traveling the world
I'm Cathleen, the owner of Discovered In Travels Vacation Homes, a boutique family-run hosting company in the Pocono Mountains (@discoveredinvacationhomes). As a travel addict who has stayed in over 50 Airbnbs around the world, I know what it takes to stand out as a 5-star host. I'm passionate about creating memorable vacation experiences for guests and committed to adding special touches that will make you have your best Airbnb experience yet!
Cathleen is a Superhost
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