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A lakeside cabin with a dock, a canoe, and a boat.
A lakeside beach with a picnic table, umbrellas, and a lifeguard stand.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a tray with breakfast items.
A lakeside deck with Adirondack chairs, a flag, and a wooden bench.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a glass backsplash, and a decorative clock.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

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Gouldsboro, PA
  • Place, Big Bass Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Kalahari
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, Camelbeach Mountain Waterpark
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gouldsboro

With a stay at this vacation home in Gouldsboro, you'll be on the waterfront, just steps from Big Bass Lake and a 4-minute drive from Gouldsboro State Park. .This family-friendly vacation home is 14.6 mi (23.5 km) from Kalahari and 16.9 mi (27.1 km) from Lake Wallenpaupack.

What's nearby

  • Big Bass Lake - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kalahari - 24 min drive - 20.8 miles
  • Camelback Ski Area - 31 min drive - 26.4 miles
  • Camelbeach Mountain Waterpark - 31 min drive - 26.6 miles
  • Pocono Raceway - 33 min drive - 24.3 miles

Getting around

  • Wilkes-Barre Scranton Intl. Airport (AVP) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kay's Italian Resturant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Leonor's Eatery & Crazy Fruits - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Caboose Ice Cream Stand - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Country Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬9 min drive

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lakefront * Hot Tub * Canoes * Game Room * Wood FP

Summary:

Welcome to Red Canoe Retreat, your lakeside getaway nestled in the amenity-rich Big Bass community. This fully appointed home offers a blend of luxury and comfort for your family gatherings. With its 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and high-end furnishings, the Retreat caters to your every need. Spend your days enjoying the serene waters with a private boat dock, complete with kayaks and canoes. Explore nearby state parks or simply relax in the 7-person hot tub while the kids play foosball.



The Space:

Recently featured on Pocono Mountains 6 Best Lakefront Rentals!!!



OVERVIEW:

✩ Private Boat Dock

✩ LAKEFRONT

✩ 8 beds

✩ 2 full baths

✩ HOT TUB

✩ Fooseball

✩ 4 Wifi TVs

✩ High-end furnishings

✩ Meticulously Cleaned & Linens provided!



Our lakefront home is recently renovated, light-drenched, and focuses on quality materials and high-end finishes. The home offers an open floor plan, 2 separate floors to entertain on, and 3 large, distinct outdoor spaces.

The main floor includes an open-kitchen with granite countertops, hardwood floors, and stainless steel appliances. Our large windows allow you to look out onto the lake while cooking your favorite meal or relaxing in the living room and watching TV by the gas fireplace. From the main floor you can access both outdoor spaces - an elevated large deck with BBQ grill and a screened in patio!

Downstairs relax and unwind on the couches with the large TV & Fooseball table. Walk out from downstairs onto the large deck with 7-person hot tub.

Per HOA rules, 12 guests total, regardless of age.



DOCK

Included in your stay is exclusive use of the dock, 2 kayaks, 1 canoe, and 1 pedal boat!



HIGH-END AMENITIES

The Retreat comes equipped with 3 WiFi connected LED Smart TVs - inclusive of a YouTube TV account for sports, movies, & more. Along with 8 beds, which offers enough sleeping space for 12 guests. Guests have full use of the washer and dryer, Outdoor Grill, and blazing fast 250 Mgbs WiFi. With our WiFi mesh network, guests can work wirelessly and seamlessly anywhere in the house or out on deck that provides elevated outdoor space. High-end amenities to enhance your stay include Keurig & Drip Coffee maker, outdoor fire pit, & more! The Retreat screams privacy, while offering private lakefront access! Our driveway allows for parking of up to 5 cars.

Enjoy the 3 sided Arcade machine in the basement with over 1,000 classic games - including: Ms. Pac-Man, Pac-Man, Galaga, Donkey Kong, Frogger, Dig Dug, Super Mario Brothers, Mario Brothers, Defender, Joust, Asteroids, King of Fighters, Marvel vs Capcom, X-Men, TMT, Simpsons, Rampage, and many, many more!



We aim to provide an impeccably functioning home that is superbly clean with everything you should need to unwind and relax. We will send a guest book (post booking) with everything we provide, including pictures of everything included in the kitchen. Below are more specifics on the house, Big Bass Community, and booking information:



ALL INCLUSIVE - LINENS

We provide hotel-quality towels, sheets, pillows and basic necessities at no additional charge. We aim to keep a lightly stocked kitchen with, coffee, salt/pepper, and a handful of different seasonings.

High Chair & Pack N Play Included



BEDROOM - LAYOUT

Master Bedroom #1 (Main Floor): 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #2 (Downstairs): 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #3 (Downstairs): 1 Double Bed & 1 Twin Bed

Bedroom #4 (Downstairs): 4 Twin Beds



BIG BASS COMMUNITY

Electric or non-motorized boats allowed on Big Bass Lake, Beaches, Fishing, Outdoor pool, Tennis Courts, Splash Pad, Hiking Trails, Clubhouse with American Grill, Fitness Center, Sledding/Tubing Hill, & Ice Skating

More info at Big Bass Lake Community Association Website

We cover the Association general fee, however the association will charge you to obtain an amenity pass. For anyone age 7 and above the pass is $8-$10/day/person.

Please note that this property is located in a community that requires guest registration. To meet this requirement, all required documentation must be submitted no later than 3 days before check-in. If the documentation is not provided on time, a $100 late fee will be charged to the guests.



HOUSE RULES

Big Bass Lake restricts rentals to family use only, we do not rent out to groups or parties. Groups or parties will be turned away at gate check-in, with no refund.

Please note there are neighbors around the house and sound travels far. We are trying to create a serene getaway for our guests as well as be respectful to our neighbors. So we ask that outside noise be kept to reasonable levels. To ensure this environment we have outdoor noise monitors.

Well behaved dogs under 15lbs allowed on a case-by-case basis for an additional $75 per pet fee. AirBnb only collects pet fees for the first pet, additional approved dogs will be an additional $75/pet charged post booking.

Please note we have a minimum age requirement of 25 years old.

We require the majority of guests to be above 25 years old, with the exception of families with children.

Please note guests must fill out a rental permit with the association 5 days prior to arrival. A link will be provided post booking.

Parking limited to 5 cars, NO RVs.

Maximum of 12 guests total, regardless of age.



We aim to set the standard for short-term rental experiences.

We will proactively notify you when early check-in and/or late check-out are possible.



Guest Access:

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Other Things to Note:

We love to keep our property in pristine condition. In order to do so, we ask you to pick between two property protection options for your stay. A fully refundable security deposit of $499 or a damage waiver of $39. A link will be sent post-booking to complete.



Interaction with Guests:

Guests let themselves in via a Smart Lock and have no owner interaction (but we are always available via a text or call!)
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a hot tub or take in the view from a garden.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

25+ minimum age Quiet Hours Sign Rental Agreement Register with the HOA prior to arrival (you will fill out a form after booking) A damage waiver ...

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Charge may apply

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

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Lakefront * Hot Tub * Canoes * Game Room * Wood FP Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
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10/10 Excellent

Sabrina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Red Canoe

Wonderful house, clean and tidy. Lots of indoor and outdoor seating. Host was helpful and communicative throughout the week. Eough yard space and water frontage for our group to enjoy various activities. Kids loved fishing (catch and release) from the private dock and had numerous watercraft options to spend the days on the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

kendra f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Red Canoe Retreat! We initially were only planning on staying for two nights, but once we saw how beautiful the home was we decided to add on an additional night. CJ was excellent to deal with. His responses were prompt and detailed. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025