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Bear Creek Lakes · Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania
Whispering WoodsJim Thorpe, PA vacation rental
A bright, open mountain home near Jim Thorpe with lake, pool and beach access
Excellent reviews on Airbnb and VRBO!
- Guests
- 9
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Beds
- 5
- Baths
- 2
Why you'll love it
Open living & cathedral ceilings
Expansive windows and a remote-control gas fireplace make the main room the heart of the house.
Lake community perks
Heated seasonal pool, two private beaches, a 160-acre lake, playgrounds and sports courts, with badges included.
Nearly an acre of woods
A private wooded yard with a propane fire pit and gas grill. The house backs onto over 100 acres of forest, so it’s peaceful and quiet.
Accessible & family friendly
Front porch ramp, a downstairs queen bedroom, and a downstairs bathroom with a shower seat, grab bars with a walk-in shower. Bunks and a sofa bed for the kids with a pack-and-play, baby gates, high chair, and toys.
Around 10 minutes to Jim Thorpe
Historic downtown, the scenic railway, rafting and the Lehigh Gorge rail-trail are all close by.
Pet friendly
Bring up to two pets (50 lb limit each).
Amenities
In the house
- High-speed Wi-Fi
- Full kitchen
- Free parking
- Remote-control gas fireplace
- Roku smart TVs in bedrooms & living room
- Whole-home 3-stage water filtration
- Propane fire pit
- Gas grill
- Front porch ramp
- Walk-in shower with bench & grab bar
- Pet friendly
- Pack-n-play & kids’ toys
- Baby gates
- Shampoo, conditioner & body wash
- No smoking or vaping indoors
In the Bear Creek Lakes community
Bear Creek Lakes community amenities require the badges that come with your stay.
- Heated pool (seasonal)
- Two private beaches
- Lake access
- Tennis & pickleball
- Basketball & bocce
- Playgrounds & kiddie pool
- Shared picnic areas
Where everyone sleeps
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Upstairs bedroom
King bed, plus a sofa bed
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Downstairs bedroom
Queen bed, next to the walk-in shower bathroom
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Bunk room
Twin-over-full bunk bed, sleeps 3
Floor plan
Photos
Explore the area
Our favorite local spots, with the approximate drive time from the house.
Planning your visit? Browse the official Jim Thorpe visitor guide ↗ for events, dining and attractions.Parking downtown is tricky, especially on weekends and during fall foliage season. See parking options ↗
Eat & drink
- Julio’s Pizza Family-run pizza spot with good food, right around the corner from the house. Closed Sundays.3 min · 1.2 mi
- Thorpe’s 903 Family-friendly spot serving scratch-made gourmet and comfort food, with a dining room, a seasonal deck with live music, and weekend breakfast.4 min · 1.7 mi
- 903 Scoops Ice cream shop with over 30 flavors of Hershey’s ice cream, plus Italian ice, milkshakes and dairy-free options. Open seasonally, early May to mid-September.5 min · 3.2 mi
- Dom N Ali Steak & Seafood Italian pub and restaurant serving steaks, seafood and pasta since 2004. Busy on weekends.Call (570) 325-81106 min · 2.9 mi
- Reiley’s Pub Local favorite since 1994, known for hand-carved roast beef sandwiches, ribs and pub favorites. Family friendly.Call (570) 325-50516 min · 3.2 mi
- Goods Mountain Mug Local coffee shop in Jim Thorpe for a morning stop.7 min · 3 mi
- Union Publick House The self-described “only dive bar in Jim Thorpe”, with over 80 beers, a jukebox and a full food menu. Cash only.10 min · 5.7 mi
- Pocono Tavern Neighborhood tavern in Lehighton serving sandwiches, steaks, seafood and fresh pasta.10 min · 5.8 mi
- Molly Maguire’s Irish Pub Irish pub classics in an 1830s building on Hazard Square.11 min · 6.3 mi
- Broadway Grille & Pub Craft beer, creative cocktails and live music in a Victorian building.12 min · 6.4 mi
- Marion Hose Bar A restored 1885 firehouse serving burgers, mac & cheese and craft beer.13 min · 6.6 mi
- Perch at Jim Thorpe Casual breakfast and lunch spot in Lehighton with sandwiches and drinks. Great bagels! Order online.14 min · 7.9 mi
- Dunkin’ (Lehighton) Coffee and donuts when you need a quick morning stop.16 min · 9.1 mi
Sights & culture
- Penn’s Peak A mountaintop venue for national concerts and live entertainment.7 min · 3.4 mi
- Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway Ride vintage coaches through the gorge along the Lehigh River. Runs year-round, and fall foliage trips are a favorite.12 min · 6.4 mi
- Jim Thorpe Trolley Co. Historic, ghost, and wine & suds tasting tours of town.12 min · 6.6 mi
- Mauch Chunk Opera House One of America’s oldest vaudeville theatres, with live music, comedy and dance most weekends.13 min · 6.6 mi
- Mauch Chunk Museum & Cultural Center Exhibits on the history of the Anthracite Coal Region.13 min · 6.6 mi
- Old Jail Museum A guided tour of the 1870 jail with 27 cells and the Molly Maguires’ handprint in Cell 17. Check seasonal hours.13 min · 6.9 mi
Outdoors & adventure
- Pocono Whitewater Rafting Rafting for every level, plus kayaking and rail-trail biking.6 min · 3.2 mi
- Penn Forest Township Recreational Park Township park with athletic fields, basketball and tennis courts, and pavilions. Open sunrise to sunset, weather permitting. Dogs must be leashed.10 min · 6.3 mi
- Lehigh Gorge State Park & D&L Trail A 25-mile rail-trail between Jim Thorpe and White Haven, with the river on one side and waterfalls along the way. Great for biking and hiking.16 min · 6.4 mi
- Skirmish Paintball Paintball on 750 wooded acres with over 50 themed maps for all skill levels. Equipment rentals and staff instruction available.19 min · 13 mi
- Big Boulder Pennsylvania’s first commercial ski area, part of the Jack Frost Big Boulder resort, with slopes and terrain parks.21 min · 14 mi
- Hickory Run State Park Over 40 miles of trails and the famous Boulder Field, a National Natural Landmark.23 min · 14.6 mi
- Blue Mountain Resort Skiing, snowboarding and snow tubing in winter, and mountain biking and an adventure park in summer.30 min · 19.9 mi
- Kalahari Resorts Poconos A huge indoor waterpark, plus a family entertainment center. A great rainy-day or winter outing.37 min · 30 mi
Glen Onoko Falls Trail has been closed since 2019 while the state rehabilitates it. Reopening is expected to take several more years. State update
Good to know
A few things that help your stay go smoothly.
- Community amenity badges
- Pool, beach and court access in Bear Creek Lakes requires the community badges. Ten are provided with your stay. The heated pool is seasonal.
- Lake Association rules
- The home is in a managed lake community with its own rules, including quiet hours, vehicle and bicycle rules, and ID bracelets. Security patrols the community. The hosts’ own house rules are separate and simple. Bear Creek Lakes Civic Association ↗
- Shared facilities, not on the lot
- The lake, beaches, pool and courts are shared community facilities, not on the property itself.
- Sleeping limits
- Up to 9 guests, with a maximum of 7 adults because of the sleeping arrangements.
- Pets
- Up to 2 pets, 50 lb maximum each.
- Check-in & check-out
- Check-in is at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM.
- Parking in downtown Jim Thorpe
- Parking downtown is tricky. The main option is the Carbon County lot by the train station, which has the only accessible spaces. Broadway street parking is paid with a 5-hour limit, and weekend rates are higher. On busy fall foliage weekends, arrive early or use a park-and-ride shuttle. Parking at the house is free. Jim Thorpe parking guide ↗
- Penn Forest Township Park
- The park’s courts and fields are open to the public, but scheduled games take priority. Pavilions are first-come, first-served for township residents, so a pavilion isn’t guaranteed for visitors. Residents get priority over non-residents for events, and field and event reservations require an application. Park rules and applications ↗
- Toiletries provided
- Linens, towels, shampoo, conditioner and body wash are all provided.
- Smart TVs, your own streaming
- Roku smart TVs are in all bedrooms and over the fireplace in the main room. Log in to your own streaming services and you’ll be logged out automatically at the end of your stay.
- Filtered well water
- The home runs on well water with a whole-home 3-stage filtration system.
- Easy gas fireplace
- The living room fireplace is gas and works with a remote control. No wood or fuss.
- Fast Wi-Fi
- 500 Mbps internet, good for streaming and working remotely.
- No smoking or vaping indoors
- Smoking and vaping are not permitted inside the house. Both are permitted outside.
- Accessible entry
- A ramp on the front porch makes entry easy for guests with mobility needs. The downstairs bedroom and bathroom with a walk-in shower, bench and grab bar are on the entry level.
- Travel insurance
- The hosts strongly recommend travel insurance, since cancellation terms are set by the booking platform.
Guest reviews
“Not a commercial Airbnb type vibe (you know the type, looks great in pictures but only has one fork and the furniture is made of cardboard). Felt very homey, comfy beds, well stocked kitchen. Great yard, great water pressure, fantastic hvac.”
“This home was not only perfect for the whole family but also just what you need for a personal getaway. It's a perfect Pocono cabin with pool, beach, playground, and tennis court access. Our dog was happy to tag along and the gas fire pit and grill made it feel like home. We will definitely be staying at this location again.”
“The home was also very convenient for my husband, who needed some accessibility features. The outdoor ramp, shower bench, grab bar, and lower-level bedroom were all incredibly helpful and made our stay much more comfortable.”
“Perfect getaway in Jim Thorpe! Easy to get to. Beautifully kept. Clean, comfortable, and in a great area. Can't wait to come back!!”
“The house is conveniently located near Jim Thorpe and all the major attractions nearby. The rooms are clean. We were able to use the amenities such as swimming pool and the beach and kids had a lot of fun.”
“Everything was as promised. Beautiful house with nice fp [fireplace] in the sitting area. We would definitely rent again.”
“The location was great!! Only about 10 minutes from downtown. The neighborhood was quiet, clean, and private, which made it super relaxing.”
“Such a great place for an escape to the Poconos!”
“Such a peaceful and cozy place! Everything was spotless and well organized. We really enjoyed the quiet surroundings and thoughtful touches.”
“This place is perfect for a relaxing getaway in the Poconos. Good for people who want to take advantage of outdoor activities or those who just want to kick back in the woods.”
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