[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Backyard Esapes Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and fireplace ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93680000/93677600/93677557/0f9e52d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93680000/93677600/93677557/31614eeb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93680000/93677600/93677557/58f450ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93680000/93677600/93677557/448e1793.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93680000/93677600/93677557/394cee83.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Minutes from Jim Thorpe, this cozy retreat offers endless opportunities to unwind. Enjoy a hike or bike ride on the D&L trail, then relax in the hot tub or by the outdoor fire pit and share stories with friends. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Hot tub - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Backyard Esapes Live, Laugh, Love. Located minutes from Jim Thorpe, Blue Mountain and easy access to the turnpike. Enjoy a nice hike or bike ride on the D&L trail, paintball competitions at Skirmish or go rafting or tubing down the Lehigh River. Local restaurants, shops, and scenic outdoor sites and amenities. Internet TV with thousands of movies, tv shows and live tv. Hot tub, picnic table and outdoor fire pit area to tell stories! ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - On a river ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88220000/88218400/88218365/21f0d6ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy retreat in the woods Lehighton - Hot tub - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 38 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=88218365&PinnedHotelID=88218365&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65340000/65330600/65330549/6e35c6ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Jim Thorpe minutes away! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C40.83425%2C-75.70656&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ePkWQa3LQhu8XAZTlFO7ZNyLhL8=) Lehighton, PA #### What's nearby - Asa Packer Mansion Museum - 8 min drive - 6.7 km - Jim Thorpe Lehigh River Access - 8 min drive - 7.1 km - Mauch Chunk Opera House - 9 min drive - 7.1 km - Jim Thorpe Memorial - 12 min drive - 9.8 km - Penn's Peak - 13 min drive - 13.8 km #### Getting around - Lehigh Valley Intl. Airport (ABE) - 36 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive - ‪Dunkin' - ‬10 min walk - ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive - ‪Lorenzo Pizza Kitchen - ‬12 min walk - ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Backyard Esapes pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Backyard Esapes? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Backyard Esapes? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Backyard Esapes located? > Situated on a river, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Colonel Jacob Weiss Park, Dunbars Lehigh River Access, and Lehigh River. Lehighton Borough Hall and Weissport Borough Park are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Backyard Esapes Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 13 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jalen R. Aug 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing trip Very relaxing trip to take with friends and family. ##### Jalen R. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael K. Jan 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing house It was really convenient to rent and go skiing from this house to the blue mountain resort from here ##### Michael K. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa W. W. Aug 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Better than the pictures I stayed here with my family and it was perfect! New and updated with a warm, welcoming feel. We went white water rafting and the rafting center is 1 block away so super convenient. We also enjoyed the fireplace and communication with the host was quick and easy. Would stay again ##### Lisa W. W. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### AdventuresWith M. Jul 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spartan Run Stay Came to town for the Spartan Race with my wife, sister and her husband and this was a nice conveniently located house! ##### AdventuresWith M. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### holly b. Oct 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### celine's wedding Everything was great. Nice place to stay and in the middle of a lot to do in Lehighton and Jim Thorpe. ##### holly b. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Soe N. Aug 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Poconos pleasant Lovely house, clean & spacious for a group of 4. The host is very friendly, respectful & responsive. It's only 6 min drive from Jim Thorpe, and also not far from sight seeings. I highly recommend it! We'll be sure to visit again! My 6-year old niece loved it! ##### Soe N. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert B. Jun 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### This house is very nice The property is exactly what you see in the pictures. Host was very nice. Location is convenient to Jim Thorpe. The house next to us was very run down, but that didn’t bother us in the least. I recommend this property as an excellent place to stay when you’re visiting Jim Thorpe. ##### Robert B. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ana Gaby Feb 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Increíble lugar para la familia ##### Ana Gaby Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michele K. Nov 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Fall foliage ##### Michele K. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashley G. Nov 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic Location The home is located right near the main trail! You could walk into town if you wanted to! The home is beautifully designed. Our favorite parts were the hot tub and the living room. The fireplace is so quaint and we used it every morning and night. The home was incredibly clean and organized. The owner was so helpful. We felt safe and secure during our stay. ##### Ashley G. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Tracy D. Aug 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication Disliked: Location, listing accuracy ##### Tracy D. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Junior M. Jul 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Incredible home and host Great time, beautiful home. Kids loved it as well, very friendly neighbors and area. Had a blast 😄 ##### Junior M. 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