The allure of building a second home can be really compelling. There are so many ways that a secondary residence can be used. The potential benefits are pretty impressive. Let’s take a look at some of those benefits—and things you need to consider before you make this kind of a move. If you’re thinking about building a second home here’s what you need to know.
Read MoreTopics: Second Homes, Vacation Homes, Poconos Vacation Homes, Building a Vacation Home, Building a Second Home
If you have a vacation home in the Poconos that hasn’t been in use for a while, there are probably a few things you’ll want to do to get it ready for use. And whether you plan to rent out your home to others—or occupy it yourself—here are 8 tips for preparing your Poconos home for the vacation season. By the way, if you’ve only thought about having a vacation home in the Poconos, here’s a look at some of the reasons it might make sense.
Read MoreTopics: Poconos Vacation Homes, Poconos Vacations, Poconos Homes, Summer in the Poconos
If you’ve ever dreamed of having a vacation home where you can take a mini-vacation anytime you want, that dream may be closer to reality than you realize. Let’s take a look at why you should buy a vacation home in the Poconos!
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Perhaps nothing evokes the spirit of living in the Poconos Mountains more than the image of a rustic log cabin. It’s a reminder of the region’s history—from the days of coal mines and locomotives to its early days as a resort destination set apart from the hustle and bustle of city life.
Read MoreTopics: Log Cabins, Poconos Vacation Homes, Cabin, Cabins in the Poconos
It seems that certain areas are ideal for certain pursuits. If you want great live theater and fine dining, it's hard to beat New York City. If you're looking for a connection to early American history (and some fantastic cheese steak sandwiches), Philadelphia is a great place to go. When it comes to finding a place to build a vacation home or a home for your retirement, the Poconos may just be the perfect place.
Read MoreTopics: Liberty Homes, Poconos Vacation Homes, Retiring in the Poconos, Living in the Poconos, Poconos Living
If you’re considering building a new custom home in the New Jersey or Pennsylvania area you’ve got a lot of choices. Is there are good reason to choose the Poconos Mountain area for your new home? Actually, we can think of several that might make sense for you!
Read MoreTopics: Poconos Lifestyle, Poconos Vacation Homes, Poconos custom homebuilders
If you’ve ever dreamed of living in the forest, you may be closer to realizing that dream than you know. Camelot Forest is a beautiful community nestled in the Camelot Forest Conservation area of the Poconos that offers outstanding single family living in a quiet, peaceful location surrounded by natural scenery!
Read MoreTopics: Poconos Lifestyle, Poconos Vacation Homes, Poconos custom homebuilders
Whether you’re building a new custom home or remodeling an existing home in the Poconos, one of the most important rooms to plan is your living room or family room. Next to the kitchen, it may be one of the most-used rooms in your home. And with today’s emphasis on open designed floor plans, whatever you do with this room will be visible to anyone entering your home.
Read MoreTopics: Home Builders in PA, Poconos Home Builders, Poconos Vacation Homes, Whole House Remodeling in the Poconos
Designers often release their “trends for the year” in January, but life in the Poconos follows its own timetable. Besides, not everyone builds or remodels a home in the middle of winter. We think now is a perfect time to consider what’s “in” and what’s “out” in home design. Let’s take a look at a few home designs that have worn out their welcome for your Poconos home.
Read MoreTopics: Bathroom Remodeling in the Poconos, Custom Home Building in the Poconos, Kitchen Remodeling in the Poconos, Poconos Home Builders, Poconos Vacation Homes
A lot of people think of the Poconos when they think about getting away. But discovering Africa in Pennsylvania isn’t usually one of the things they think about—until now.
Read MoreTopics: Summer, Poconos Lifestyle, Poconos Resorts, Poconos Vacation Homes, Things to Do in the Poconos
