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Serene Home at Harveys Lake

Family-friendly vacation home in Dallas

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV
Smart TV
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Escape to this tranquil lake house, where modern decor and simple charm await. Unwind on the wrap-around deck with lounge space, hanging swings, or lower deck with bar-style table overlooking the backyard and stream. Inside, enjoy a fully-equipped kitchen, cozy living areas upstairs and downstairs near fireplaces that invite relaxation.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Entire place

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

Serene Home at Harveys Lake

Sleeps 1-8
Extra guest fee applies to parties over 4 persons.
**No Pets**

Bedrooms located upstairs near bathroom with shower. 2 queen bedrooms and 1 bunk bed (twin over full)

Main floor equipped with a full kitchen with microwave, gas stove/oven, refrigerator, coffee pot, and fully stocked w/ pots, pans, dishes, silverware, cooking utensils, and other kitchen tools. Dining room right of kitchen as well as living space with flat screen Tv and fire stick which you can access your favorite shows. Small work desk also located in space.

Lower level hosts an additional living space and a bathroom with tub/shower.
Washer and dryer available.

**Fireplaces are not functional**

Relax on the main wrap around deck that has a lounge space as well as two hanging swings or the lower deck with bar style table overlooking the backyard and stream.

Fire pit and firewood available.
Seating will be added near fire pit before first check-in.

Gas heat for the chilly fall/winter nights and window air conditioning to stay cool on those hot summer days.

This lake house has all the amenities of home with modern and simple decor, sitting at the end of a quiet road, just a stones throw from the lake. Low traffic location perfect for peaceful strolls.

Property is just 20 minutes away from I-81 giving quick access to all nearby attractions such as skiing, casinos, state and local parks, arenas, amusement parks, and concert venues.
Many nearby restaurants, grocery stores, pubs, and convenience marts.

Parking available for up to 4 vehicles.

State boat launch is located around the lake.

-No parties or gatherings- ONLY guests on rental agreement are allowed to occupy the property during the rental period.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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 not allowed

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the neighborhood

Map
PA, Harveys Lake

What's nearby

  • Pennsylvania Commonwealth - 11 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Frances Slocum State Park - 17 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Wilkes-Barre General Hospital - 23 min drive - 21.8 km
  • F. M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts - 26 min drive - 23.9 km
  • Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza - 27 min drive - 25.0 km

Getting around

  • Wilkes-Barre Scranton Intl. Airport (AVP) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grotto Pizza - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cks Cantina And Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Skillet - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Irem Clubhouse - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serene Home at Harveys Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Serene Home at Harveys Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serene Home at Harveys Lake?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Serene Home at Harveys Lake located?

Set in Dallas, this family-friendly vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Pennsylvania Commonwealth, Moon Lake, and Frances Slocum State Park. Moon Lake State Forest Recreation Area and Wyoming Seminary are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Serene Home at Harveys Lake Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jenny C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for our family to base from for our hiking vacation! It had everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

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

Great stay

Enjoyed our second summer stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn D.

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

Nice Location

It was a nice little house close to Harvey’s lake, and near enough to Ricketts Glenn park. The front porch was our favorite part of the house. Everything was clean, and the host was very responsive to our messages.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas D.

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

Cozy and Relaxing!

Cozy home in a quiet neighborhood. There was everything we needed in the home. Convenient location for our event at Mohegan Sun Arena. Plenty to do within a short distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan H.

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

Great place to stay.

The house was cute and welcoming. Location was great in a quiet neighborhood with plenty to explore near by. Very enjoyable experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan D R.

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

Grrat hoise

Great place to stay. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula D., Cleveland Heights

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

Great Harvey's Lake property

Nice hosts and great location. Walking distance to restaurants and a cute gallery up the street.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher Y.

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

Harvey's Lake Gem

Great house, we had a blast in it this week. We grew up in the back mountain and wanted a place close to family and relax. This place worked out perfectly!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

cozy cottage

cozy cottage very well kept and well stocked with all your needs!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Charles H.

Disliked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

FYI

From the start the front door lock was not intuitive.This particular one was difficult. Didn't feel welcoming. The house was very hot when we arrived. The AC should be noted, the upstairs bedroom doors must all remain open to get any little bit of AC available. You can't have privacy and be cool, not a great choice. We left early.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audrey S.

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

Highly Recommend

This house is very cozy. Lovely property, great view, close to Harvey’s Lake. Restaurants and stores are near by. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betsy T.

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

Wonderful cottage close to lake!

We had a lovely long weekend at the lake house. It’s spacious, clean and well appointed with lovely outdoor space. The owner was very available and responsive. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betsy T.

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

Great Stay!

We had a lovely (second) stay at this home! It's spacious, very clean and well appointed. Conveniently located at the entrance to the lake and close to restaurants. Check-in process is very easy and hosts are great communicators. Will likely return (again!)
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Sharon F.

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

Lovely setting and property

The property was very quaint and cozy for our group of friends gathering. Plenty of room and separate areas for sleeping worked out well. Note the coffee maker did seem to leak a bit on the first day, but not the next day. Overall, we had a great first time VRBO experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim K.

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

Great retreat

Rental was so clean and neat. Perfect location, close to lake and restaurants. Great communication with host. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Graduation weekend

It was a lovely weekend for our daughter’s graduation from Misericordia. The house was comfy and homey and an the hosts were quick to answer questions. Thank you for letting us stay in your lovely home.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan T.

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

Perfect

Everything in the pictures was accurate. Check in process was painless and everything was serene. I will be going back for finals week.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

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

Peaceful

The property is wonderfully peaceful. With its welcoming porches and private backyard, it welcomed quiet cups of coffee and peaceful mornings. The inside is exactly as it shows and is both quaint and spacious! Will definitely stay here again and recommend to family!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randall J.

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

Johnston Adventure to Harvey Lake

House was cozy, clean, beautiful porch, and walking distance to Harvey Lake. House was great size for a family of five (5). Highly recommend this house to others. Thank you for helping create a great experience! Sincerely, Randall and Anne Johnston
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

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

Everything We Needed

The Serene Home at Harvey's Lake was exactly what we needed for our family visit. In town for a family gathering at my father's house, we needed more places to sleep and I found this perfect house! Beautifully renovated and so comfortable, plus this home is close to everything. Brianne was available right away to answer the few questions I had. We will definitely rent this lovely home again if it is available!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

ed w.

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

Harveys Lake House

The house was well stocked and clean. Only issue was it was hard to maintain a consistent temperature between between the floors. One bedroom was very hot, and the basement was extremely cold. It could have been attributed to the chilly temps those few days.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

David A.

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

Absolutely lovely property for a relaxing respite

This lovely cottage at Harvey's Lake was the perfect getaway for me and my family. I arrived first on a rainy day and found the lovely wrap-around porch the perfect place to just relax and unwind. At night, I fell asleep to (only) the sounds of the rain and the cicadas. Ahh... The house is situated on a lovely property near the end of the street, where it is quiet and well-canopied. It really has an idyllic feel. The house is neat and clean, and felt really welcoming from the moment one walks in. Almost as if it's a part of one's own family legacy. All of the amenities work as they should. The hot water is hot, and the pressure is strong. Wifi was strong enough for that one video meeting that couldn't be avoided. We did not use the oven, but beyond that we used all kitchen amenities and they worked as expected. The property owner is friendly and communicative. I had a problem with the VRBO site, and we managed a very successful workaround. Very collaborative. I can't say enough about the friendly "feel" of this house. It was really striking to me. I showed the house to my brother, who was staying at another property, and I worry that I may now have to compete with him when I plan my return next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

Comfortable, cozy and convenient.

This is a comfortable cottage with convenient access to nearby restaurants and stores…also a reasonable 20 minute drive to Mohegun casino. I wish the weather was warmer so we could have used the wrap-around porch and firepit. We had xpected the property to be a bit more remote but it’s actually on a regular street with next door neighbors. That’s our only reason for the 4 star rating on location. The hosts were excellent with communication and even left a basket with snacks and water upon arrival. Thanks for sharing your home.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie T.

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

Cozy quiet home

We stayed for the weekend to go to a friends wedding nearby and this place was perfect! Lots of space for the 4 of us to relax and get ready for the wedding, and the house was quiet, cozy and clean! We had a nice time staying here. Definitely recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia D.

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

Beautiful

What a lovely home this was. It was super clean. I was very comfortable and relaxed. I stayed the last day alone just to take it all in. It was quiet. I didn’t even hear cars going by. It was close to the lake and shopping areas. My sons wedding venue was only six minutes away. I’m so happy I found this gem to stay in. I will be coming back. Thank you to the host you guys did an excellent job with the house. Hope to see this again ❤️
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022