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You Won't Want to Leave!

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, table football
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, table football
6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14483 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Laporte, PA
  • Endless Mountains
    1 min walk
  • Pavilion At The Park
    11 min walk
  • Williamsport Bus Station
    51 min drive
  • Williamsport, PA (IPT-Williamsport Regional)
    51 min drive

Room options

About this property

Entire place

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

You Won't Want to Leave!

From the moment you enter the grounds you will feel like you have been transported to an English country estate as the long drive meanders around the large pond and rolling lawns. Come and take in a peaceful retreat with abundant grounds for family gatherings, weddings and reunions or just to play a game of ball. This 5200 sq. foot, 6 bedroom home sits on 12.5 acres and features a large covered porch and patio area that overlooks the grounds and pond.

The entire house is setup for Alexa. Lots of the lights are controlled by your voice simply by saying Alexa turn on the living room lights for example. Most of the room also contain Alexa Echo's which you can have play music, tell you the weather or whatever you would like to ask her. They are setup for Amazon music so you can request Alexa to play whatever you would like and have it play in all the rooms or just the on you are in.

The home's has a main family room area with huge fireplace, large smart TV which opens into the well-equipped over-sized kitchen. A spacious dining room for the whole family and a library room with a small DVD collection, hide-a-bed with half bath.

Second floor has an additional library area with large collections of books, VHS video tapes and an air hockey table. A game room (18 x 40 feet) with bar provides for a great gathering place as well as a billiard table and foosball table. You will also find an old school VHS player along with another large smart TV in the gameroom.

The master bedroom features a theater/movie theme with raised king bed, another large smart TV and large bathroom with glass shower and separate deep soaking tub.
The bunk room is perfect for the kids with a nice wooden bunk bed and also has a smart TV. The country bedroom which is just off the gameroom has a large smart TV and a comfortable queen bed. A full bath with tub/shower combo is shared by the bunk room and country bedroom.

The lower level features a unique brick floored bedroom with queen bed, and a lodge theme which has a large smart TV and opens up to the outdoors and large deck with a hot tub and grill which overlooks a small stream and pond.

The Retro bedroom includes a double bed and queen sleeper sofa and highlights a retro theme which also opens up to the outdoors and accesses the same large deck as the lodge room.

A full bath with shower, a small kitchen and laundry room adjoins the lodge and retro rooms.

The pond has a dock with rowboat and paddle boat and allows for great fishing on a catch and release basis. You will also find lots of outdoor games and bikes in the shed so you can enjoy the outdoors a little more. Seasonally enjoy a walk around the pond and pick some blueberries. The interior of the house is 100% non-smoking. If you smoke inside the home you will be charged additional clean up fees.
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Endless Mountains. 1 hot tub and an arcade/games room are available. The holiday home includes amenities such as a kitchen and 4 bathrooms.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 4 bathrooms
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • Steps from Endless Mountains and 14 minutes on foot from Sullivan County Historical Society
As a guest of You Won't Want to Leave!, you'll find a hot tub, barbecue grills, and an arcade/games room. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

George Heim

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 5,200 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

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

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 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.

You Won't Want to Leave! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 52 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving 2024
We had an amazing stay at Thorne Hill! George was so accommodating and accessible. The property is amazing and the home has such charm and character. We loved cooking in the Kitchen with the fire going in the huge fireplace in the Family room. We even had snow so the kids could enjoy some sledding!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain Bliss
This is our third stay at Thorne Haven and while I didn't think it possible, it was even better than before. I have shared this listing with a number of my work colleagues and they all exclaimed over the gorgeous dining room, the huge kitchen, the insane number of books, games, and movies, and that incredible master suite. Argh, I almost hate to share, but I want Thorne Haven to be available for people to enjoy for years to come. The new stairs to get into and out of the hot tub are amazing for me (I walk with a cane) and while the basement is still has a mildew scent, the dehumidifiers have helped. There are so many hiking trails around, amazing waterfalls, the pond on the property itself is a treasure. I love the sense of history in this home and I wish I knew more about the family who built it, those who lived here, what they did... rambling now, but adore this place. And the current owner is a phenomenally lovely human who goes out of his way to make your stay memorable and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil M., St. James

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful weekend
This was a lovely house for our family reunion. The kitchen is sunny and bright and the dining room a great size for 14 people. There are thoughtful touches with a great coffee bar, smores and chocolates. There was lots to do with a fantastic games room, movies, hot tub and and fun boats. We all really enjoyed it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Getaway
We had our Family with us and Celebrated my 60th Birthday. It was enjoyed by all with breath taking views. The home included cozy spacious environment with many things to do inside and out. The best was the Pond with all the fun memories.. really didn’t want to leave
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesse L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our large family
We had such an amazing trip. The house is gracious and comfortable and large enough to easily fit our party of three adults and four children ages 11 through 17. The pond is so perfect for swimming and fishing. We played endless games of pool and the children spent endless hours in the hot tub. George is a wonderful host. He responded immediately to texts and was so gracious about checking in and making sure we were OK. We could not recommend his property more highly.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

salini R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house
Over it was a great stay, and I would definitely recommend this property to others looking for a comfortable and hassle-free stay in Laporte.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful house and property for a family to stay and enjoy all the amenities. George oversees everything and he was amazing with communication, information, making us feel so welcome. Also to note, the coffee bar is an excellent addition.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Fall Getaway
Couldn’t have chosen a more beautiful spot for our weekend trip. With the fireplace, fire pit, ample supply of wood, the delightful coffee bar, and hot tub we barely wanted to leave, but walking around the property and checking out nearby parks made this a weekend worth repeating.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M., Tuckerton

Liked: Cleanliness
We ❤️ Thorne Haven
Only a few words to say. It was magic.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Getaway
The pictures do not do the property justice. Incredible property with amazing views. Our jaws literaly dropped when we saw the master bedroom. The owner was very kind and had everything we needed and then some! We arrived to a smores kit laid out in the kitchen. Accessible, accommodating, and amazing are words to describe out stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable Stay
Family had a great time. Plenty of space and things to do. Enjoyed the property most of all, taking walks, fishing and using the boats in the pond.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

DAWN M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
Our family enjoyed a wonderful vacation ! House very clean, lots of space for kids and grandkids. Nice addition of the hot tub, we enjoyed it a lot! The added games upstairs were also enjoyed . Also a nice addition was A/C, especially in the 1st floor living area. Hope to be back again !
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Big place, fun!
S'mores, fishing with the kids, lots of playing pool. Great reconnection with family. Rickets State Park had beautiful waterfalls. A bear walked right up the driveway. Some rooms were a little dated, but everything was clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful wedding getaway
As advertised this place is huge and is very well stocked. Has a nice layout and is sits in a quiet setting. We had a small wedding ceremony there and except for the weather it was absolutely beautiful! We got to enjoy to all that it had to offer. We got to fish, play pool and enjoy all the wildlife. As advertised we got to see deer and a black bear. The only thing I wish was that we had a few more days to enjoy here! George was very helpful, accommodating and easy to communicate with.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erica B., Oakville, Ontario Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Family trip
Thorne Haven is a lovely home on beautiful and private grounds. It’s equipped with everything you need and more. If you’re looking for a place for a large group of people that offers space for hanging out and playing together or curling up with a good book, this is it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Retreat
We stayed here during a wedding in Eagles Mere. The property is quiet and cozy, nestled in a serene wooded area. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stuart B.

Liked: Cleanliness
You cant ask for a better host!
Harry is an excellent property manager! Everything you could think of (except food and beer!) he did! What a wonderful property and experience. My sister and I had a great weekend, reliving our childhood experiences where our family owned property in the '70's and '80's. Great small group property and owner!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Grant B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean and relaxing
This place was remote and quiet. All the amenities you would need. We would definitely rent again
Stayed 17 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Russell B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Mountain Get-Away
We rented the property for a weekend in the mountains for hiking. It was perfect. It was ver clean and cozy. There were only three of us, but more could sleep there easily. We were only a few minutes from World’s End State Park and about a half hour from Rickett’s Glen. We brought our own food with us, as it did not look like there were many restaurants close by. The cabin included a large number of cooking accessories and a fully functioning kitchen, so meals were not a problem. Would highly recommend for anyone looking for a relaxing get away in the mountains.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ben K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice clean cabin
Very clean and well kept cabin, propery quiet and we had a great weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cabin in the woods.
We loved the coziness and comfort in this rental hideaway. The beds were perfectly comfortable, the house was well stocked and very clean. We especially loved the dramatic fireplace that added warmth and light to the dreary days. The property was beautiful and secluded. We’d rent again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Host Ever
This was our third visit to Woodland Pines which shows just how much we enjoy staying here. Mr. Strausser provides first class accommodations for his guests, nothing is overlooked. We look forward to more vacations at Woodland Pines in the next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent house located in between Worlds End, Loyalsock and Ricketts Glen.
Super clean, very thoughtfully appointed with attention given to detail, very comfortable beds, well stocked kitchen and baths, cozy atmosphere and easy communication with the owner. We will stay here whenever we return to the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christine L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice get away
Very pretty property 30 minutes from Ricketts Glenn. Very quaint cabin with cute decorations.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect weekend getaway
We had an absolute perfect time. We were a half hour away from Rickett's Glen where we hiked. We had everything we needed at the house. It was quiet and very peaceful. Extremely clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021