The Bear House on Broadway (4 master bedrooms)

Entire home in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

  1. 16+ guests
  2. 6 bedrooms
  3. 11 beds
  4. 5 baths
Hosted by Aubrey
  1. 6 years hosting

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Calm and convenient location

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Das Bärenhaus is the oldest unaltered home in Jim Thorpe. Decorated in it's own rich history mixed with old world elegance and modern accommodations. This stunning property is ideally located a couple blocks from all downtown attractions and and walk-able to the entirety of Jim Thorpe!

The space
A rare opportunity awaits you! This gorgeous historic Georgian Federal home residence is recognized and certified by the Mauch Chunk Historic Society as the ''oldest unaltered home in Mauch Chunk''. The property boasts 18 rooms- 5 full baths, 6 bedrooms; absolutely beautiful living and dining room with native red pine wide plank floors, open staircase, wonderful library/music room, study, and a warm, inviting kitchen.

You'll love the little touches throughout the home like fine china, silver tea service, historic tidbits, crystal, wireless chargers, bluetooth speakers, Alexa's and antiques passed down owner to owner for nearly 200 years mixed in with some of our own family treasures as well as musical instruments... all available for your enjoyment. As much as Jim Thorpe has do and offer we ourselves have a hard time leaving the house while in town. You can't help but notice the warm positive energy within its walls.

Das Bärenhaus is a place to gather. With 6 bedrooms, 4 of which have private full bathrooms, 2 share a full bathroom. On the main level of house you’ll find a formal living room, beautiful formal dining room, fully appointed kitchen, and a music room/library. The third level of the home consists of 3 bedrooms, each with a private bathroom. Steps from the bedrooms you’ll enjoy the private study where you’ll find the coffee/tea bar and writing desk. While there is no need to do any laundry during your stay there is also one available on this level, this is where you’ll find all the baby/toddler essentials you’ll need. The outside grounds are just lovely with a private English gardens, including a 119 year old Japanese dwarf red maple tree, beautiful landscaping, and stone walls. Be sure to make use of the tranquil screened in gazebo with plush conversation seating and coffee table where you can watch the passersby on stroll down Broadway while you enjoy the scenic surroundings and view.

Level 1:
Margaret’s Suite: The largest of the 6 bedrooms and includes 2 rooms: Queen bed in the bedroom, private living room with a twin sleeper pullout, and a private split bathroom. The stand-in shower in one room separated from the toilet and sink.

Level 3:
Elizabeth’s Room’s: The homes original master bedroom, features a queen bed and large private bathroom with a tub shower.

Virgina’s Room: Queen bed with a twin trundle bed and private bathroom with a tub shower.

John’s Room: Queen bed with a twin trundle bed and private bathroom with a tub shower.

Level 4:
Das Baby Bär Loft: Consists of 2 bedrooms that share private bathroom with a tub and short shower.

Martha’s Room: Twin over Queen bunk and 2 separate twin beds.

Lizzie’s Loft: Twin bed with a twin trundle bed.

There is also a pullout Queen sofa located in the living room on level 2, which is ground level in the back of the home.

We can accommodate parking for 4 cars in our private spaces located in our lot across the street. There is paid parking in Jim Thorpe’s public lots, but none on Broadway. Please try and limit your group to 4 vehicles. Parking is scarce in Jim Thorpe and heavily enforced.

Guest access
Guests will have use of the entire home minus a few owner closets, and utility room.

Other things to note
The home is equip with exterior surveillance cameras. You may not unplug or tamper with them.

You must do steps. Parties and events not allowed.

Guest access
Guests will have use of the entire home minus a few owner closets, and utility room.

Other things to note
The home will be decorated for Christmas in December, possibly into January and if we get ambitious as early as November. Should you like it decorated for your stay in November or January please inquire in advance.

Where you’ll sleep

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What this place offers

Garden view
Mountain view
Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace

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Rated 4.85 out of 5 from 80 reviews.

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for value

Where you’ll be

Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania, United States
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Neighborhood highlights

There is so much to see and do in Jim Thorpe! Just within the surrounding blocks you can catch a show at the opera house, tour the Old Jail, visit the museum, dine at one of the many fantastic restaurants, visit a local brewery, check out the old train station, take a hike, visit the Asa Packer Mansion, visit the library, and shop at the many adorable boutiques shops located on Broadway and Race Streets.

Meet your host

Host
396 reviews
4.67 out of 5 average rating
6 years of hosting
My work: Valley Elite Property Management
Lives in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
Valley Elite Property Management specializes in the management of short term rentals and full time investment property management currently throughout Eastern Pennsylvania. We handle everything from acquiring the properties, remodel/renovations, project and contractor management, to the design/furnishing, and accommodations. After we have a BNB ready for guests we manage the account, guest communications, scheduling, repairs/maintenance, security, and cleaning/restock. We strive for a 5 Star Elite BNB experience for our guests in every property we put our name on. Whether you’re traveling for work, with friends, or a for family get-away we are confident you’ll have every accommodation you’ll need for an enjoyable memorable stay in any of our BNB’s you choose. Our inventory of BNB’s Consists of personal and family residences as well as managed client residences. Our decor is top-notch: beautiful art (many pieces by local artists), family treasures, and fun accent pieces. Each home provides games, entertainment, and accommodations for guests of all ages to make your stay as comfortable as possible for everyone attending. Should you be interested in starting an Airbnb of your own or having your current BNB managed, please visit our website and give us a call.
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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 4:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
Pets allowed
Safety & property
Exterior security cameras on property
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm