Escape to the Hideout, a 4-season resort community located in Lake Ariel, Pennsylvania, the Northeast section of the Pocono Mountains, known for its natural scenic beauty and 150 lakes. Shots on the Rock is an updated 3-bedroom, 3-bath vacation rental set within The Hideout community. Immersed in the woods, this Lake Ariel home boasts a screened-in heated sunroom, a fully equipped kitchen, a huge game room, A/C’s, TV’s and access to shared amenities such as lakes, heated pools, a ski hill, and so much more! When you're not enjoying all the community amenities, spend your days skiing the slopes at Ski Big Bear or soaking up the sun at Lake Ariel.
Shots on the Rocks has been a vacation rental for the last three years for over 100 families including ours! The home and site listing has been recently updated. The space and roominess provide a warm inviting experience for generations of family members to celebrate or friends to gather. The Hideout Community offers countless amenities.
The Hideout Community Amenities
- Main Lodge with Tiki Bar (adults love the frozen drinks) and snack bar (kids love the ice cream)
- Main Pool with kiddie pool
- Main beach which includes rowboat, kayak and paddle boat rentals or launch your own
- North Pool with chair rental and playground
- North beach with playground and barbeque pits and picnic seating
- Clubhouse with Tenth Hole Pub and Windows on the Green restaurant (located 1 mile from the home)
- Ski Hill for snowboarding, skiing or snow tubing (reservations required)
- Recreational sports complex with library, fitness center, indoor tennis, indoor basketball, game room, children’s room, and much more!
- Mini Golf
- Outdoor sports complexes which include racquetball, tennis, pickleball, basketball, handball courts and a softball field.
- Art center with weekly activities
- 2.7 mile walking trail

*All community run amenities are provided by The Hideout Owners Association and hours, closures, capacities and parking are at the HOA discretion. The owner of Shots on the Rocks cannot guarantee availability during your stay and no refunds will be given due to lack of amenities. The rental is for the home not the community.
*Some community amenities require reservations and entail additional fees. A welcome packet given by the HOA upon check in will provide more amenity details and rules and regulations.
*Upon arrival to the Hideout, the primary renter must check in with security to receive three guest badges (additional badges are located in the home) and parking pass to be displayed in dashboard mirror. All other driving guests must stop in with security to obtain parking pass.
The Property
Shots on the rocks has over 2700 square feet which includes an all-season room, three bedrooms, three full bathrooms, a loft, laundry room, game room, full kitchen and dining area.
Bedrooms
Master Bedroom: Includes a Queen sized bed, ROKU TV and pack and play. Plenty of closet space and dressers to unpack and unwind. Direct access to main floor bathroom.
Bedroom 2: Includes two Queen sized beds and ample space for an additional air mattress if needed (not provided). This bedroom has a Roku TV, alarm clock, an abundant amount of closet space and drawers and consists of a private bathroom.
Bedroom 3: Consists of a Queen Bed with floor to ceiling windows. This bedroom provides an alarm clock and a closet.
Loft: Overlooking the common area, the loft provides a comfortable futon that can be set as a Queen Sleeper Sofa or chaise lounge, perfect for reading a book or relaxing.
Game Room: Enjoy the fully equipped game room in the basement which consists of a sofa with a pullout Queen Sleeper bed, loveseat, smart TV, pool table, air hockey and electronic dartboard.
Kitchen and Dining Area
The large sized table fits ten guests comfortably and the kitchen provides extra bar height seating. The kitchen has new appliances including electric stove and oven, dishwasher, microwave and refrigerator, quartz countertops, a Keurig machine, 12 cup coffee pot, knife set, toaster, tea pot, spice rack, dishes, cups, utensils, blender, pots, pans, serving bowls and griddle.
PARKING: Driveway (3 vehicles). Note: The driveway is steep. In the winter, we recommend a four-wheel drive vehicle. A snow removal company will plow the driveway and shovel the walk to the door in instances of three inches or more.
HOUSE ALSO INCLUDES
- Iron and ironing board
- Washer/Dryer (bring own detergent)
- Hair dryer
- Pack and Play (bring own crib sheet)
- Sheets, comforters and pillows
- Hand towels
- Hand soap and toilet paper
- Kitchen towel, pot holders, dish soap, sponge, garbage bags (should bring extra)
- First aid kit, fire extinguishers, flashlights
- WiFi
- TV’s with ROKU to access all your favorite channels such as Netflix, Hulu, Peacock, etc.
- Books and board games
House Rules and Policies
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID required upon check-in
- NOTE: There are 10 guest passes for guests to use community amenities
- NOTE: The property requires stairs and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility
- NOTE: Your safety matters. The property features an exterior security camera located at the front entrance. It does not look into any interior spaces
Nearby Attractions
SKIING: Hideout Ski Slope (2.6 miles), Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain (25.4 miles), Elk Mountain Ski Resort (30.2 miles), Shawnee Mountain Ski Area (45.8 miles)
ATTRACTIONS: Claws 'N' Paws Wild Animal Park (4.6 miles), Crystal Cabin Fever (5.8 miles), Lacawac Sanctuary & Field Station (8.0 miles), Steamtown National Historic Site (24.5 miles), Lahey Family Fun Park (26.8 miles), Mount Airy Casino Resort (29.3 miles), Mohegan Sun Pocono (35.7 miles), Wallenpaupack Scenic Boat Tour (13.0 miles), Lake Wallenpaupack (17.9 miles), Nay Aug Park (23.8 miles), Big Pocono State Park (37.6 miles), Bushkill Falls (40.9 miles), Wallenpaupack Brewery (11 miles)
WINERIES: Wood Winery (11.0 miles), Capra Collina Winery (20.1 miles), Three Hammers Winery (20.1 miles), Maiolatesi Wine Cellars (23.3 miles)