

I visited one once (more on that below) and it didn't seem great. I'm just not at all familiar with this as I not no friends of family have ever lived in one. There is a lot that confuses me, just looking online:Ĭommunities. I've been looking online in the $75-$125k range and a few have popped up that seem like they would meet our criteria: small house/cabin with a nice deck or outdoor area to enjoy summer evenings, less than 2.5 hours (preferably 2 hours) from Philadelphia, and close to hiking and kayaking (driving a bit more for skiing would be fine). If you don't feel like reading it all here is one direct question: if we want to spend a Saturday driving around and looking at different areas, will we be permitted in private communities without a real estate agent, or do we need to be looking at a specific house for sale there? Space: Four guests, two bedrooms, two bathrooms.My wife and I live in Philadelphia and are thinking about buying a vacation cabin in the Poconos, so we can have a place to go for the weekend that is near outdoor activities - namely hiking, kayaking, and skiing.Features: Free parking, beach access, rooftop deck.Location: Kent Narrows, Grasonville, Maryland.This 640-square-foot luxury pad is literally on the water, but fully equipped for up to four guests and within walking distance to bars and restaurants along the Eastern Shore. Photo courtesy of Airbnb Photo courtesy of Airbnb 5. Space: 10 guests, five bedrooms, three bathrooms.Features: Beach access, free parking onsite, wrap-around screened porch, private backyard and grill, four bikes and a sea kayak available for use.You'll also be a short walk or bike ride to restaurants and shops on Rehoboth Avenue. Located just minutes from both the beach and Silver Lake, this rental provides the best of both worlds. Photo courtesy of Airbnb Photo courtesy of Airbnb 4. Space: Six guests, three bedrooms, one bathroom.Features: Beach access, free parking onsite, fire pit, outdoor shower, game room.

This renovated cottage is ideal for families with features like outdoor space for grilling, corn-hole, a fire pit, and a game room. Space: Eight guests, three bedrooms, two-and-a-half bathrooms.Features: Rooftop deck, fireplace, outdoor shower, free parking onsite.Ocean City condoĮnjoy your Ocean City adventure in this spacious condo just steps away from the beach, boardwalk, and fishing pier. Photo courtesy of Airbnb Photo courtesy of Airbnb 2. Space: 16 guests, six bedrooms, three bathrooms.Features: Waterfront, free parking, private dock, fire pit, kayak for guest use.Location: Lake Wallenpaupack, Pennsylvania.This recently renovated lakefront home provides more than enough space indoors for a comfortable family vacation and plenty of amenities for fun outdoors as well.

Plan your summer vacation with five scenic abodes available on Airbnb, all less than a three-hour drive from Philly.
