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The Nest at Brier Crest by AvantStay | Game Room, Expansive Deck & Fire Pit

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire chalet

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10193 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

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Blakeslee, Pennsylvania
  • Big Boulder Lake
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Big Boulder Ski Area
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Skirmish USA
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

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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.

The Nest at Brier Crest by AvantStay | Game Room, Expansive Deck & Fire Pit

Welcome to The Nest at Brier Crest!

- Big, beautiful Chalet with high lofted ceilings and tons of natural light
- Game room with dart board, video games and a new ping-pong table!
- Nestled in a quiet area surrounded by trees offering privacy.
- Fully equipped kitchen with a large table and bartop seating.
- Light up the fireplace, toast your toes, relax and unwind.
- Lake/Beach Access! 12 wristbands provided (summer months only)
- In the heart of the Poconos - minutes from Skiing, Waterparks, and Dining!
- Home essentials include fresh linens, towels, toilet paper, paper towels, and more.

About the Area:
The home is located in Brier Crest Woods in the heart of the Poconos! This ungated community boasts large private lots surrounded by woods. It's less than 10 minutes to Big Boulder Ski Resort and Jack Frost Ski Resort.
Nearby:
- 7 minutes to Big Boulder Ski Resort (skiing, snowboarding, and tubing).
- 7 minutes to Jack Frost Ski Resort (skiing, snowboarding, and tubing).
- 7 minutes to Lake Harmony dining and shopping.
- 10 minutes to Split Rock Resort where there is an indoor waterpark open year round.
- 10 minutes Hickory Run State Park (cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, and hiking).
- 25 minutes to The Crossings Premium Outlets.
- 28 minutes to Jim Thorpe, a charming village with lots of shops and restaurants.
Other Activities:
- Lake Access (open during the Summer months)
- Outdoor basketball courts, tennis courts, and playgrounds.
- Fishing is allowed with PA Fishing License.

AvantStay provides an upscale experience with services that elevate your stay and save time so you can enjoy every moment. Guests have access to a 24/7 support team and a tech-enabled concierge to book services, such as fridge stocking, mid-stay cleanings, and private chefs. For anything you need (or never knew you needed), we’re at your service!

Nestled in the heart of the Poconos, a dreamy destination for group getaways awaits. Embark on breathtaking hikes along the Shuman Point Hiking Trail, where nature unfolds its vibrant beauty from warmer days through the golden hues of autumn. Winter unveils a snowy paradise for Nordic skiing enthusiasts at the Big Boulder Ski Area. Dive into summer's embrace with kayaking, fishing, canoeing, and refreshing swims, making memories by the water's edge. The Poconos effortlessly balances a secluded and romantic atmosphere, setting the stage for intimate moments. Families will find joy in a myriad of kid-friendly activities, from thrilling water parks to exhilarating adventure courses. In the Poconos, every season paints a canvas of shared experiences, promising a group retreat like no other.

Local Attractions: Shuman Point Hiking Trail, Big Boulder Ski Area, Camelbeach Mountain Waterpark, Asa Packer Mansion, Bushkill Falls, Pocono Premium Outlets, Mount Airy Casino, Hickory Run State Park.

Home Truths:
- Unfortunately, pets are not allowed in this home. If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without AvantStay's approval there is a fine of $500 per pet.
- The community amenity rules and schedule are subject to potential changes, particularly in the event of unforeseen circumstances, as determined by the community.
- This home is not equipped with A/C.
- Trash must be taken to the community dumpsters.
- This home does not have private trash collection, thus trash will have to be brought to the community compactor.
- This home is under the Brier Crest Woods community. Guest registration upon check-in is required. We will send more details about this requirement after the reservation is confirmed.

Parking Details
Up to 4 cars can park onsite.

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The room configuration is as follows:
Primary Bedroom / Queen bed
Bedroom 2 / Full bed
Bedroom 3 / Two twin single beds
Bedroom 4 / Bunk bed and twin single-bed

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Smoking is strictly prohibited within the house. However, smoking is allowed outside the home. Violation of the no-smoking policy will result in forfeiture of the security deposit, a $300 smoking fee, and liability for any fire or property damage costs.

As part of our commitment to being good neighbors, occupancy limits and quiet hours (9pm-8am) are strictly enforced. No speakers or sound systems will be provided for use in our properties. Violation of any noise ordinances will be subject to fines that can reach up to $10,000 per violation.

Events or parties are not allowed without prior written approval and an additional fee. Any unauthorized parties or events will be shut down and a fine will be assessed. Please inquire for more information about our event policies and fees.

IDs will be requested for verification after booking. All bookings over 30 days require a security deposit.

We report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud.
During your stay at this chalet, you're just a quick walk from Lake Shangri-La. Features include an arcade/games room.
  • Free WiFi
  • On-site recreation includes tennis courts
  • 7 minutes by car from Pocono Raceway and 11 minutes from Split Rock Resort Indoor Waterpark
The Nest at Brier Crest by AvantStay | Game Room, Expansive Deck & Fire Pit offers its guests barbecue grills, an arcade/games room, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Blakeslee chalet is smoke free.

Property manager

AvantStay

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Golf
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Golfing nearby

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,077 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

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The Nest at Brier Crest by AvantStay | Game Room, Expansive Deck & Fire Pit Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Colleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Home. Very spacious.
This property was just as pictured. With the weather I wish the property owners would’ve taken the 6” sheets of ice and snow off the walkway. We had to be so careful there was absolutely no where to safely walk the entire weekend. The check-in process was grueling and incredibly invasive of our privacy. I won’t be using avant- stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

shani d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house
We had a wonderful time! We were a group of 8 and the house was very spacious, great rooms with plenty of beds. SUPER clean and full of light during the day. The communication with Avantstay was easy and quick! I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

john b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our family ski weekend
It was perfect! A great home
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Tammy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute place
Nice place and great area. Had minor problem with lock boxes but when I reached out, I got a response and phone call within 5 minutes. Great to correspond with.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madison P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Weekend!
My friends and I absolutely loved our stay in the house. We are even talking about staying there again in the spring or summer to enjoy the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marianne D.

Liked: Cleanliness
69th Birthday trip
Everything was wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evgenia D.

Liked: Cleanliness
My Wonderful Birthday
Last weekend I celebrated my birthday in a cozy House in the woods with my family, and it was an absolutely magical experience! This House was nestled in a forest, just a short walk (10-15 min) from a beautiful Lake Harmony. The peaceful surroundings provided the perfect backdrop for our family gathering. The Nest at Brier Crest itself was charming and well-equipped with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. We spent our days exploring the forest trails, enjoying the fresh air, and relaxing by the lake. The evenings were spent around the fireplace, sharing stories and laughter. Overall, it was a fantastic experience that exceeded all our expectations. If you're looking for a memorable getaway with family, I highly recommend spending it in this Nest in the woods near a lake. It's the perfect place to celebrate and create lasting memories!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary D., Not Specified

Liked: Cleanliness
Most beautiful property quiet and oeaceful
It was the most wonderful time we had on vacation. I am terminal and we would go out early morning and stay out til til early dusk and sit and watch the deer I. The Front driveway. It was so quiet and peaceful. It was nice not to hear the screaming and yelling of a bunch of teenage and younger kids on a boardwalk or fireworks going off all night like we do at the beach. Thank you for a great time
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

donna s.

Liked: Cleanliness
nice getaway
Nice home great stay. No complaints but we were told to be more quiet as we were outside during the afternoon laughing. Aside from that it was an awesome home, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday getaway
The house was beautiful and just like what you see on the website. The area is a little misleading in the photos I believed we would have more space between houses but the other houses are close. Despite this we had an amazing time. The place is close to many attractions, little malls or plazas and close to food shopping. I would definitely recommend this place to friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maritza S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Better than I could have ever imagined!
The house is amazing. It’s better than described. Super clean and had extra touches of bath towels and toiletries! Kitchen was stocked but we also brought our own. Clear instructions and places to visit and eat provided! Plenty of room to spread out. Easily combine multiple families.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
This property was the perfect size for 8 adults. Plenty of rooms. It had all the amenities for a quick weekend getaway. We only needed to bring our clothes and food. Communication with the property manager was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

William N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Weekend Getaway
House was clean, check in process was a breeze, and the owner is very communicative. Great long weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aksana Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
We enjoyed our stay. The house was clean and well stocked. The furniture was comfortable and we had plenty of room. One small suggestion is to buy more forks and upgrade the kitchen knives. We cooked a lot, so 8 forks were not enough for our party of 9. But we loved the place and will be coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rob D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very spacious
A group of 12 of us had the opportunity to stay at this very spacious home up the mountains. We all had a great time and had plenty of room in the house. We went skiing at Jack Frost only 14 minutes away. Went out to Lake Harmony that was only 5 minutes away. The host was very pleasant and helpful. I absolutely recommend. Great price for the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

christine k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Last minute getaway
2 night stay was great… house clean and big
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shanaa W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Pocono Experience
The property was great! Spacious enough for our family of 11! There was space enough to come together as an entire group & separate when needed. Kitchen full equipment to prepare large family meals and the children loved the game room and fire Pitt. Only a few minutes from Big Boulder Ski resort but be sure to book ahead online for lessons if needed. The only opportunity area would be the hot water. We scheduled showers as the owner mentioned it ahead of the reservation date but even with staggered showers the water was not hot. It was tolerable for some but definitely not hot. Otherwise everything was great and we will definitely revisit the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!
Check in was easy, house was nice and clean. Communication was easy but mostly unnecessary. The instructions at the property were clear.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thank you
Home was beautiful an the owner was always available for us
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect little getaway
Perfect little getaway with friends and family. House was spotless and very comfortable.. We enjoyed walks around the community and hiking at nearby trails. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house!
The house was even nicer than the pictures and the property management was great! We spent a day at Camelback which was only a short ride away. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
This property was amazing. The bedrooms were very nice, the kitchen is a great size for multiple families to gather and talk while cooking and the kids loved the game room. Some deer friends came to say hello which was such a great experience for the kids. Will be coming back to this house many times to come.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rahul D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place with lots of amenities
The place place was accurate to the pictures which was a good thing. A lot of was included such as linens, kitchen essentials and firewood which makes things easier for you as the renter! Response time for any issues was quick as well
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brad H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Francesco M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Review
Awesome Experience, would definitely go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020