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Welcome to Nickey’s Nest – A relaxing mountain retreat

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets
TV, DVD player, books, music library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

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10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

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Dushore, PA
  • Sullivan County Historical Society
    6 min drive
  • Eagles Mere Auto Museum
    10 min drive
  • Tamarack Run Natural Area
    15 min drive
  • Williamsport, PA (IPT-Williamsport Regional)
    55 min drive

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About the area

Dushore

At this holiday home you'll be steps from Endless Mountains and 3.2 km (2 mi) from Loyalsock State Forest. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a patio. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and home features 1.5 bathrooms, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, an iron/ironing board and a phone are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a games room, a garden and barbecues. .In proximity to this Dushore holiday home you'll find Ricketts Glen State Park.

What's nearby

  • Sullivan County Historical Society - 6 min drive
  • Worlds End State Park - 13 min drive
  • Eagles Mere Historic Village - 14 min drive
  • Eagles Mere Lake - 14 min drive
  • Ricketts Glen State Park - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • Williamsport, PA (IPT-Williamsport Regional) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪D&D Brew Works - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Birch Creek Tavern - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Crestmont Inn - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪2 C's Ice Cream Shanty - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Griffins Grill - ‬6 min drive

About this property

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

Welcome to Nickey’s Nest – A relaxing mountain retreat


Check-in is 4 PM; Check-out is 11 AM. Thank you for your understanding.

3 Bedrooms, 1.5 Bathrooms, Sleep 6 max.

Nickey’s Nest is a log home mountain retreat located just off Rt. 220 between Laporte and Dushore, in the endless mountains of northeast PA. Nickey’s Nest is centrally located between Rickett's Glen and World's End state parks, so you can choose a trip to either within a short scenic drive. If you are looking for a quieter ‘Pocono’ experience without the traffic jams, neon signs and high prices, try an Americana experience of the small towns, parks and activities of Sullivan County. Tucked nicely in the woods, Nickey’s Nest is within a short driving distance to State Game Lands #13, #66 and 57 for those interested in hunting turkey, bear and deer. There is a good chance you will see all kinds of wildlife in the surrounding area. You can enjoy the peaceful sounds of nature while sitting on the back deck or the large front porch swinging on an Outer Banks Hammock swing or on large comfortable rockers. Hike the quiet red shale roads that run through the Lost Lake development, or enjoy a mesmerizing campfire in the fire pit with friends and/or family. For those seeking adventure, Rickett’s Glen has a falls trail of 24 waterfalls and a drop from the top of the mountain, at an approximate elevation of 2446 feet, to Rt. 118, at an elevation of approximately 760 feet. Hiking shoes and a hiking staff, along with water and snacks are a prerequisite for a good day on the trail. Other hikes along the Loyalsock Creek or on the Loyalsock Trail cam provide pleasant hike through the woods to the Haystacks (a large group of boulders in the creek), Dutchman falls or Canyon Vista above World’s End State Park. The Loyalsock Creek and Muncy Creek (at the base of the mountain) are excellent trout streams along with those embedded throughout forest and waterways of the county. There are several wineries throughout the surrounding county from which you can sample and purchase their wines. As you travel the country roads, you will find unique shops from antiques, farm goods and local arts and crafts to pique your interest. Throughout the year, there are local fairs and festival going right into December. Cross country skiing is quite popular in the area, and here in Lost Lake, if you have three or four inches on the ground, you can ski right from the front porch around the development! If fishing and boating is your thing, Sone’s Pond, Hunter’s Lake, Lake Jean and the Susquehanna are but a short drive away. Swimming is great in Lake Jean at Rickett’s Glen State Park which also has a concession stand.
The log home has three bedrooms: a king sized bed, a queen sized bed and two bunk beds. The kitchen is fully equipped with most of the utensils, pots and pans, dishes and glasses one would find in their own home. A refrigerator/freezer, electric stove, microwave and coffee pot and electric grill are available for your use. The dining area is cheerfully lit and spacious. There are also some very good restaurants within driving distance of the cabin. The living room has a 55” flat screen TV, sofa and chairs for your comfort. Videos and music are available to watch and listen to. Though the home has electric heat as back-up, a propane furnace has been installed for the fall, winter and Spring seasons. Many people prefer the use of the wood stove with the glass door for viewing the fire for a cozy experience. The home has been whole house air conditioned for your comfort. Please exercise courtesy in setting the thermostat while there and when you are out of the cabin. A large bathroom compliments the first floor of the cabin.
There is a game room in the basement with a pool table, shuffleboard, poker table, dart board, and air hockey for entertainment. In addition, a washer and dryer are available, if needed. Quoits and horseshoes are available for outside games along with corn hole boards.
This is a non-smoking cottage and pets are not permitted. Wi-Fi and cell service are available which allows for conducting business while relaxing in a serene setting.
This property has a three (3) day minimum at present. For those interested in a stay of two weeks or longer anytime of the year, please contact me directly.Courtesy in respecting the property and your general cleaning up after ones self is expected, both in the cabin and on the grounds, and if you use the grill, you are expected to clean the grill. Upon leaving, please place bed sheets, pillow cases, bath and kitchen towels and wash cloths in the center of the bathroom floor. Please leave the cabin as you found it. Remember to replace the key in the lock box and scramble the code. I wish you a fine experience at Nickey's Nest!

Property manager

David A. Nickey

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Snow sports gear

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Welcome to Nickeys Nest A Relaxing Mountain Retreat
Welcome to Nickey’s Nest – A relaxing mountain retreat Dushore

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Welcome to Nickey’s Nest – A relaxing mountain retreat?

The closest beach to Welcome to Nickey’s Nest – A relaxing mountain retreat is Lake Jean Beach (18.3 km).

Does Welcome to Nickey’s Nest – A relaxing mountain retreat have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Welcome to Nickey’s Nest – A relaxing mountain retreat?

No, Welcome to Nickey’s Nest – A relaxing mountain retreat does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Welcome to Nickey’s Nest – A relaxing mountain retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Welcome to Nickey’s Nest – A relaxing mountain retreat?

No, pets are not allowed.

Welcome to Nickey’s Nest – A relaxing mountain retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 91 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 91 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another Year at Nickey’s Nest was a Success
My family enjoyed every aspect of our stay in your cabin for the 4th year in a row! Well done (again)!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Experience
I have loved the area my entire life and this location was serene, beautiful and peaceful! Thank you Nickey's Nest!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heavenly
My family enjoyed staying at Nickey's nest. The house was beautiful and we enjoyed our stay. Very private.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Althea

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very relaxing and restful place to be!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Log Cabin
This log cabin is just perfect! It is beautifully decorated and clean; the furnishings are just what you would imagine a cabin to look like! It has every amenity you could possible need! Two nice porches, a fire pit with lots of wood, a basement full of game tables, a stocked kitchen, a fireplace stove, a very nice dining area and comfortable sofas in the living area. The beds were comfortable! We cannot think of a single negative. It is located between Rickett's Glen and World's End State Parks so the location is perfect for hiking both parks! We highly recommend this property! The owner is a very nice person! David recommended a restaurant to us, and it was great! Stay here if you are in the area!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely anniversary getaway
The cabin is well-kept, very clean and well stocked. It was a damp, cool, rainy October weekend and we played air hockey and shuffleboard in the basement and snuggled up next to the wood stove (which, by the way, was already set up to start a fire for us), and watched a movie. Plenty of wineries and a cidery to visit. Beds comfortable. In a neighborhood, but backs up to what I think are state game lands. Private, quiet. Hiked at Ricketts Glen when the rain stopped. Great in between spot to both Ricketts Glen and Worlds End State Parks. Owners are very responsive. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

Liked: Cleanliness
3rd Annual Stay @ Nickey’s Nest
Three years in a row at Nickey’s Nest for us, and we’ll be back next year for our fourth!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serene
We enjoy the quiet of Nickey's Nest and the location. We were able to explore Sullivan & Lycoming Counties this year with great hiking trails. The evening rains filled the runs and falls. This year it was even warm enough to enjoy a couple afternoons swimming at Lake Jean. High Knob Sunsets followed by ice cream at Becky's is a must! Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sullivan County Weekend Getaway
The cabin was awesome to share with the family. Great location to Ricketts Glen and Worlds End State Parks for hiking. Rental was very homey, spacious and lots of fun extras. We loved it and the fam is thinking this may be our every other year getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary Get-away!
My husband and I enjoyed a 4-day anniversary stay in this beautiful log home in the beautiful, quiet Endless Mountains of central Pennsylvania. We appreciated the lodge style decor with its attention to detail. The property was well-kept both inside and outside and was a perfect place to kickback and enjoy being surrounded by nature. We appreciated the owners quick responses to our communications. Thanks for sharing your little piece of heaven with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shane L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Blessed Time
It was our 3rd year here and loved it as usual
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot for visiting the parks
This was perfect for a weekend getaway to visit Ricketts Glen and The End of the World Parks! The porch was really nice, and the beds comfortable. The only things we miss a little was wifi (as our cell phone service didn't work well there) and there were not enough towels for our party (but we had brought a few of our own so it worked out). Very enjoyable weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

James G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Nest
Our stay at this cozy cabin was wonderful from the start. David the owner was communicative in outlining how to open the cabin and checking to make sure if our party of five needed anything. The location is very convenient for hiking and sightseeing and quite peaceful. We enjoyed a day out and were happy to return to enjoy the warmth of the wood stove . After dinner we adjourned to play a few of the table games in the basement. The cabin is well appointed with everything you need and tastefully decorated for the holidays. We loved our stay and look forward to visiting again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cabin Lovely Location
Perfect from beginning to end!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

Liked: Cleanliness
We’ll Be Back!
Our second time, and it was even better than the first! Looking forward to staying here again next year! Owner, house, property, and location are perfect! We’ll done!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Renee S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cabin, Quiet setting
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this perfectly cozy cabin! It was very well stocked with everything we needed, even our hankering for peanut butter to put on our s'mores!😀👍 We spent a lot if time around the firepit. It's just a totally relaxing setting! A very quiet location with privacy. The gameroom is a great place for the teens to hang out!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Abdulrazzaq M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint, quiet, clean property.
Clean place, grill in the back, and a spacious master bedroom. Off the grid location is good if you want absolute quietness.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shane L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent place
Had a greatstay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway for our anniversary
This location was perfect between World’s End & Ricketts Glen State Parks. We spent our 25th anniversary here & enjoyed the quiet together. We were blessed by the visiting hummingbirds & even a bear that walked through the yard. Even though the tv didn’t work we were updated ahead of time by the owner. Since we don’t watch tv it didn’t matter to us. He was making arrangements to have it replaced at a time that would not interrupt our stay. I appreciated the owners communication & honesty very much. We would stay again should our travels bri g us to the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin in nature
We enjoyed our stay at Nickey’s Nest. It is located in a little neighborhood of wooded cabins. It is private but not far removed from others. The cabin is well equipped, the beds were comfortable and the cabin was and very clean. The property is well maintained with fire pit, outside table for dining and front porch with visiting hummingbirds. David the owner was very quick to respond to any needs we had. There are hiking trails within walking distance of the cabin as well as close proximity to End of the World and Ricketts Glen. I would stay here again for a great hiking vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Time to Relax
David's home was just as pictured in the listing. It was in a very quiet, wooded, and removed location but not hard to find. The house was clean and well equipped with towels, toiletries, dishes, game tables in the basement, and the firepit outside. We took advantage of the fire pit after a day of hiking. The closeness to World's End and Rickett's Glen parks was fantastic. We were able to get to both quickly and easily and they are both worth the trip. If you are looking for a place to unwind and disconnect, this will serve you well. There is no wifi and cellular was even difficult to access (could not stream podcasts) but it did not bother us. There is satellite television but only a handful of stations, mostly old re-runs. Again, this did not bother us. When not out exploring the parks we were relaxing with a good book or playing games. If you are one who likes to dine out be advised that there are only a couple of restaurants within a short drive, We enjoyed meals at The Barn and D & D brewery. In LaPorte, we relaxed with coffee and croissants at LaPorte Cafe and Trading Post. Nicky's Nest was the perfect place for us as we just wanted to enjoy the great outdoors and unwind. I would recommend this clean and well-equipped home to anyone who loves nature.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

FREDERICK G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getting back to nature....
We found the cabin to be all that we could hope for. It was warm, clean and had all the amenties we could want. To our surprise we had several welcomed visitors, Bear, Elk, Deer both buck and doe. The grandsons loved the game room and great times were had by all.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great mountain getaway
We spent a long weekend here in October. We lucked out with great tree color. We bucked in worlds end and rickets glen parks. Went to festivals in folksville and edge mere (?). Central location, but good healthy food is hard to come by in the area. Bring some fruits and vegetables.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cabin in the woods
Beautiful cabin in the woods ! We absolutely loved this cabin awesome game room very clean property owner is very friendly to deal with . I highly recommend this cabin we definitely will be back again few more times didnt want to leave for sure . Everything u need plus some to have a enjoyable vacation away .
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this Cabin!
We have stayed at this Cabin multiple times and each time has been better than the last.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021