Old Mallard

The space

Old Mallard on Eagle Lake, is a private retreat in the Pocono Mountains. It was recently featured in Pocono Television Network (PTN) for a story about short-term rentals. The property is very private with a wooded empty lot next to our home and only 78 steps to your private large dock, an easy walk to the sandy beach and playground, ideal for the little ones to play and be able to gradually walk into the water. The Private Heated Salt Pool is open from May 16 to Sept 29, 2025. OPTIONAL Pool Heater for additional Fee for these dates. There is no additional fee for the summer months. $75 per day, $500 per 7 nights. - May 16 - June 27, 2025: Fee - June 28 - Sept 1, 2025: No fee - Sept 2 - Sept 29, 2025: Fee ★ KEY FEATURES ★ ✵ Sleeps 13: 4 BD / 3 BA, 2 kings, 1 full, 2 Full Bunk beds, 2 queen-size sleeper sofas + 2 twin ✵ Fully equipped with lux linens, bath towels, hand towels, washcloths, make-up towels, and beach towels for all guests ✵ 3 Bathrooms: 2 full with combo shower/tub, 1 private master suite ✵ Lakefront: Dive into lakeside living with direct access just steps from your door and a large dock! ✵ Private Heated Pool & Hot Tub: Relax and soak up the sun or unwind in the hot tub under the stars, overlooking the lake ✵ Community Heated Pool & Whirpool at the Rec center, open Memorial Day to Labor Day...exclusive access to our guests with passes. ✵ The sauna and steam room at the Recreation Center are open from September to June during weekends and special holidays. ✵ 3 indoor fireplaces. 2 Electrical, one in each master and 1 wood burning fireplace in the main family room. ✵ BBQ: Cook up something tasty while enjoying the stunning view of the lake ✵ Fully New Equipped Kitchen: Freedom to prepare meals, and enjoy home-cooked favorites in the Poconos. Modern stainless steel appliances and new cabinets ✵ Outdoor deck/patio: Spacious, outdoor deck and dining, comfortable seating, firepit, and bistro lights for an ultimate mountain experience. ✵ High-Speed Internet: Stay connected for work or scrolling through social media – no lag here! ✵ 5 Smart TVs in Total with the streaming services included for movie night ✵ Game room and entertainment area, rain or shine, enjoy our dedicated entertainment room with foosball, ping pong and a new arcade for all ages ✵ Complimentary Canoe, Kayaks & Pedal Boat for Use ✵ Community Pool with Spa Jacuzzi (Indoor Heated Pool Open on the Weekends) ✵ Prime Bird Watching & Wildlife Viewing Location ✵ Community Tennis Courts and NEW Pickleboard courts ✵ Beach Volleyball court by the lake ✵ Playground for the Kids ✵ Serene lakefront hammock for an afternoon nap Here are some reasons why our past guests love Old Mallard in the Poconos: “Old Mallard was perfect! The heated pool and lake views made our stay unforgettable. We loved the cozy vibe and will definitely be back!” – Sarah. “A gorgeous property in a beautiful part of Pennsylvania. The lake is stunning and the amenities are boundless. Would highly recommend!” – Jacob. “Beautiful property! The kids enjoyed the pool and dock, and we loved the peaceful surroundings. Great family vacation spot!” – Emily. “Fantastic fall trip! Gorgeous views, cozy spaces, and close to skiing. The house had everything we needed. Can’t wait to return!” – Jason. The Indoor Heated Pool is open every weekend (SAT-SUN) at our community center from 12-4 pm only on Sep to mid-May. The Private Lakefront Heated Salt Outdoor Pool is now closed and will re-open in May. Your family will never want to leave the spacious waterfront yard with its numerous amenities: The Outdoor community heated Pool opens from Memorial Day to Labor Day, daily from 12-9 pm, and access to the pool bar and kitchen for quick bites. FREE ACCESS is available on our brand-new tennis and pickleball courts! Bring your paddles and challenge your kids to a fun and exciting match on the court. ★ IDEAL LOCATION FOR ANY SEASON ★ Old Mallard is the BEST house in the Pocono Mountains. This home has everything you need and the views from every room are stunning and plenty of space outdoors too! The bright and architect-designed open-concept kitchen, dining room, and family room in a 26x26 space with 13 ft. ceilings make it a perfect gathering space for family and friends. Share the love of cooking, playing games, sitting by the fire watching a movie, chilling in our brand-new hot tub with your favorite drink, or enjoying the large game room. At night, take a walk down to our private firepit, make some smores, and tell scary stories to the kids. Plan for the amazing Poconos Outdoors, the best place to see the leaves changing, tons of festivals and great relaxing time on the lake. If you're looking for a great vacation destination that is close enough to drive from NYC (2 hours), Old Mallard is the perfect home for you. Our family has enjoyed many summers at this home with our kids and we think it would make an ideal all-year getaway spot. The Private community comes with lots of amenities nearby including hiking trails, a white sandy beach, access to the lake, an indoor heated pool (weekends from Sept to May), and an outdoor heated pool (Memorial Day to Labor Day daily 12-8 pm). The house features a large deck overlooking the lake and again the large 40x20 private fenced-in heated Pool is a big popular amenity for Old Mallard and will open May 1-Sept 29. The game room with its professional size ping pong table, foosball table, mini fridge and TV area is sure to please everyone... Come to this large 4 BD, 3 BA lakefront home with tall cathedral ceilings, a fully stocked NEW LUX kitchen and everything you need to impress your foodie friends or in-laws and downstairs, all bedrooms feature NEW top-of-the-line 55-inch Smart TVs for your entertainment pleasure. Each of the 2 Master bedrooms offers added indulgence, each with its private electric fireplace, ensuring unparalleled comfort and relaxation, with a fantastic lake view. Large 36K HVAC in the main room for extra cooling, so it is very refreshing in the hot days coming up! ★ 4 BEDROOMS / 3 BATHROOMS TO ACCOMMODATE FRIENDS & FAMILY ★ ✴ Master bedroom - King Size / Lakefront and pool view / 55" Smart TV / Electric Fireplace / Tall Ceilings / Fan / Private 2 sink Bathroom/ charging station / darkening curtains ✴ Master 2 - King Size / Lakefront and pool view / 55" Smart TV / Electric Fireplace / Crib (Portable Pack & Play) ✴ Bedroom 3 - Full over Full Bunk Bed + Trundle Bed / 55" Smart TV / tall ceilings / fan ✴ Bedroom 4 - 2 Twin beds / Walkout to the backyard / Smart TV ✴ 3 Full Bathrooms - Luxury selection of Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Wash, Lotion and bath soap for your enjoyment ✴ Sleeper sofas - 2 Queen sleeper sofas, one in the main family room, one in the entertainment room, easy access to a bathroom ✴ Game Room - Professional size Ping Pong Table / Foosball table / smart TV ✴ Private Deck - BBQ (charcoal), Outdoor Dining Table, Adirondack Lounging Chairs, Umbrella ★ COMPLIMENTARY CANOE, KAYAKS & PEDAL BOAT + MORE AMENITIES! ★ Take a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life to enjoy nature at its finest on our pristine lake. You'll be able to fish for bass, pike or sunfish that are all friendly! Bring the family down to the water with you as they will surely have fun exploring this beautiful setting while seeing some amazing scenery the most beautiful sunsets and sunrises...I guarantee it! Nearby attractions include Tree Ventures for climbing and ziplining, Childs Park for more hiking, Bushkill Falls (The Niagara of PA) and the Delaware River for canoeing. If you want to stay home and do nothing, we have everything for you. Use our canoe and kayak for free, swim in our motor-free lake, and see if you can do one lap, it's about 1 mile around. Great fun for all and very well kept. Plenty of pillows and blankets to cozy up. We look forward to hosting you at Old Mallard. You might get lucky and see some wildlife also from the property. For runners, this area has some challenging and very low-traffic hills and roads for your enjoyment. The deer will be your fans on the route. 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Guest access

Guests have this entire private lakefront home to themselves! We allow up to 12 guests & up to 8 cars on the premises. Accessing this Pocono Mountains Lakefront Home is extremely easy! You’ll be given a key code to access the lockbox front door key for remote, self-check-in entry. Check in and check out times will be discussed upon booking. Guests will have direct access to: ☀ Hot Tub (A brand new six-person hot tub is located just outside the house) ☀ Full-Size Washer and Dryer ☀ Direct Lake Access ☀ Private Access to Heated Lakefront Salt Pool (May to End of September) ☀ Indoor Heated Community Pool on the Weekends ☀ High-Speed WIFI ☀ 4 Gorgeous Bedrooms with Luxury Linens – 7 Beds ☀ 3 Pristine Bathrooms with Tub/Shower Combos ☀ Fully Equipped, Newly Renovated Kitchen with Modern Appliances and Coffee Bar ☀ Sunny Lounge Areas with Flat-Screen TVs ☀ Private Lakefront Yard & Dock with Canoe, Kayaks & Pedal Boat ☀ Fire Pit & BBQ

Other details

Old Mallard is in our majestic and pristine Eagle Lake, right in the middle and widest part of the lake. You can swim or boat in our clean 35 acre non motored lake or jump in our professionally serviced and private pool to refresh from the sun. The house has a large living area and lake views from almost every space. Our guests have access to the HEATED INDOOR POOL all YEAR with our private community tags and the also the large HEATED OUTDOOR POOL (Memorial-May to Labor Day) at the Recreation center about 1 mile from our house. Imagine jumping off the end of the dock, yup just like the pictures you see, you can even share on social that for your friends. NEW KITCHEN. Old Mallard is 5 minutes away from the Niagara of PA, Bushkill Falls. Shawnee Ski Mountain is about 12 miles away and is a great place for family Winter fun. Relax by walking onto our deck with a cup of coffee or tea and watching the glass like lake. Amazing sunsets and sunrises.

Interaction with guests

I give my guests space and available when needed. I am the owner and you can reach me directly anytime. I also have a property manager that lives 1 mile from the house in case anything else is needed. For all our guests, be assured that we are doing our best to make sure our home is truly disinfected. Our professional cleaning crew is doubling their efforts and using products that have been recommended by the CDC and concentrating on wiping down surfaces using products that kill viruses and bacteria. T