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Watermelon Chateau -12 mins to Elk Mtn- Lake View

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A modern living room with a grey sofa, colorful pillows, a coffee table, and a wicker side table.
A spacious living area with a sofa, coffee table, and a television.
A modern living room with a round table, red chairs, and a decorative pineapple centerpiece.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, large windows, and a view of the city.
A spacious living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Greenfield twp, PA
  • Place, Newton Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Crystal Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Elk Mountain Ski Area
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

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About the area

Carbondale

At this cottage you'll be within steps of Newton Lake and Crystal Lake. .Accommodation features a washing machine, 2 bathrooms and a patio. A kitchen and a hairdryer are also available.
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What's nearby

  • Newton Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Crystal Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Elk Mountain Ski Area - 17 min drive - 17.3 km
  • University of Scranton - 37 min drive - 39.7 km
  • Lake Wallenpaupack - 47 min drive - 52.8 km

Getting around

  • Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Aj's Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mountain View Restaurant And Motel - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Finch Hill Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bar 44 - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Oliveri's Crystal Lake Hotel - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Watermelon Chateau -12 mins to Elk Mtn- Lake View

Welcome to The Watermelon Chateau, our cute and cozy cottage in beautiful Northeast PA! Come enjoy every activity the region has to offer year round. Skiers will love the close proximity to Elk Mountain. You can also enjoy kayaking, biking, hiking, golfing and more during the warmer months. It's hard to beat an early morning coffee or evening glass of wine on the deck overlooking the water, and the fire pit is ideal for roasting marshmallows under the crystal clear night skies.

The space
Featuring two bedrooms and two full baths, our interior space is fun and flirty, with a modern look and chic accents throughout. You will love the living room area, with a large picture window that looks at the water, plus an updated kitchen perfectly suited for the chefs at heart. And if cooking isn't your thing, there are numerous local dining options, from upscale lakefront ambiance to quick and easy takeout. Come and enjoy everything NEPA has to offer at The Watermelon Chateau!

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 18

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

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Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Does Watermelon Chateau -12 mins to Elk Mtn- Lake View have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Watermelon Chateau -12 mins to Elk Mtn- Lake View?

No, Watermelon Chateau -12 mins to Elk Mtn- Lake View does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Watermelon Chateau -12 mins to Elk Mtn- Lake View?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Watermelon Chateau -12 mins to Elk Mtn- Lake View Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our short stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was an awesome place
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ferenc G.

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

Beautiful lakeview stay

Serene scenery, very clean home, our stay was simply excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debby Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Pleasure dealing with host! House was very clean and beautifully decorated. In a great location where we could see the lake. Couches weren’t the most comfortable for lounging but that’s just personal preference for us older folks with aches and pains lol…. Otherwise they were great! ;) Bed was super comfy!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beverly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property overlooking the lake. Dog friendly, very clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

August

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience from start to finish, host was very helpful and house was immaculate.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great spot for an Elk ski weekend. Not a lot of space, but if you’re on the mountain all day and the wrapping up at Chet’s, you’re just looking for a place to lay down. Very clean. TONS of kid toys but need to get some board games/ cards for the adults. Our afternoon got rained out so we needed something to do. Had to drive to Carbondale to get a pack of Uno cards. We’ll be back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a lovely cottage overlooking the lake! It was easy to locate via GPS, and was the perfect spot for our extended weekend ski trip. Just a short 15-20 minute drive to Elk Mountain. We enjoyed a local restaurant, and cooked the rest of our meals. It was warm and cozy, If it wasn't so cold and snowing we would have enjoyed the firepit. It snowed every night and a crew came and shoveled the property ( Deck & Driveway) Host was attentive and responded quickly to all my questions. Easy check-in/out and very clean. We will be back again!! Thanks Bridget!!!
Sunset on the lake
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kathy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was clean and the view of the lake was great! Finding the property at night was difficult as the driveway is not on the street address and no lights were on. No hair dryer despite saying there were 2. Weather was very warm and the cottage got very hot during the day- storm door would expand and not open either way. Many windows without screens and some screens had holes. It seemed like this was a summer family cottage as much personal stuff was around with very little room for our belongings in bedroom. No hangers in closet. We did have deer visit the front yard in the am and at noc.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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