Food Scene
Places to eat that guests have recommended.
Piggy's, across from Terra Cottage. A restaurant for the whole family, especially the kids, serves breakfast and lunch. It has a decor of things relating to pigs, and a gift area in the front to purchase piggy things (tee shirts, mugs with tea bag holders, and all kinds of gifts). Moderately priced. They also have an ice cream shack, open during the spring/summer seasons. is the Terra Cottage, a quaint restaurant/gift shop offering breakfast and lunch. In mild weather you can sit on the deck and see the lake. Laurie and Charlie own the place, and Laurie goes around the world to find unique and thoughtful items you probably have not seen anywhere else. Be sure and try the breakfast quiche.
Lake Drive
Lake DrivePiggy's, across from Terra Cottage. A restaurant for the whole family, especially the kids, serves breakfast and lunch. It has a decor of things relating to pigs, and a gift area in the front to purchase piggy things (tee shirts, mugs with tea bag holders, and all kinds of gifts). Moderately priced. They also have an ice cream shack, open during the spring/summer seasons. is the Terra Cottage, a quaint restaurant/gift shop offering breakfast and lunch. In mild weather you can sit on the deck and see the lake. Laurie and Charlie own the place, and Laurie goes around the world to find unique and thoughtful items you probably have not seen anywhere else. Be sure and try the breakfast quiche.
Chat & Chow, a coffee shop in the same mall as Ahart's supermarket on PA 940, offers a unique breakfast/lunch experience. Recommended by our guests.
66 locals recommend
Chat-n-Chew Cafe
248 PA-940Chat & Chow, a coffee shop in the same mall as Ahart's supermarket on PA 940, offers a unique breakfast/lunch experience. Recommended by our guests.
Great Italian restaurant serving lunch and dinner in an authentic Italian setting. Food and service second to none.
61 locals recommend
Trattoria 903
874 PA-903Great Italian restaurant serving lunch and dinner in an authentic Italian setting. Food and service second to none.
Friendly bar/restaurant on Lake Harmony serving American fare. It offers inside and outside seating, and you can take a boat ride with Captain Wolf.
257 locals recommend
Nick's Lake House Restaurant
20 S Lake DrFriendly bar/restaurant on Lake Harmony serving American fare. It offers inside and outside seating, and you can take a boat ride with Captain Wolf.
Across the street from Piggy's. Friendly breakfast and lunch spot with deck view of Lake Harmony. Check out their Quiche, a neighborhood favorite, as well as Laurie's gift shop, with unique items from all over the world. Say hello from Elise and Ken.
169 locals recommend
Terra Cottage Cafe and Gifts
291 Lake Harmony RdAcross the street from Piggy's. Friendly breakfast and lunch spot with deck view of Lake Harmony. Check out their Quiche, a neighborhood favorite, as well as Laurie's gift shop, with unique items from all over the world. Say hello from Elise and Ken.
Recommended by Guests. 325 Maury Road, Jim Thorpe, PA (15 miles, 21 minutes from condo). Located on Penns Peak. Hilltop eatery with diverse American fare, retro '50s decor & deck offering sweeping valley views.
21 locals recommend
Roadies Restaurant and Bar
325 Maury RdRecommended by Guests. 325 Maury Road, Jim Thorpe, PA (15 miles, 21 minutes from condo). Located on Penns Peak. Hilltop eatery with diverse American fare, retro '50s decor & deck offering sweeping valley views.
Recommended by our guests for a place to get healthy food. They offer a small seating area as well, and they offer tours.
102 locals recommend
Pocono Organics Market & Cafe
1015 Long Pond RdRecommended by our guests for a place to get healthy food. They offer a small seating area as well, and they offer tours.
Great pizza and other Italian dishes AND ice cream. Family owned and operated with friendly owner and staff who will go the extra mi,e to make your experience an excellent one. Mention you're staying with us at Midlake.
26 locals recommend
Bella Mia
2591 PA-903Great pizza and other Italian dishes AND ice cream. Family owned and operated with friendly owner and staff who will go the extra mi,e to make your experience an excellent one. Mention you're staying with us at Midlake.
Visited by ourselves and a number of our guests, it has a rustic atmosphere, good food and friendly staff.
97 locals recommend
Murphy's Loft
5102 PA-115Visited by ourselves and a number of our guests, it has a rustic atmosphere, good food and friendly staff.
Located in the heart of the Poconos (472 Red Rock Road, Cresco, PA), the Frogtown Chophouse offers something for everyone. From steak to seafood, come enjoy casual fine dining. The classic American chophouse menu features culinary delights including steaks, seafood and artisan cocktails. The space dates back to the early 1800s, but the Frogtown Chophouse experience is anything but old-fashioned. Outdoor dining is available. Reservations are recommended.
118 locals recommend
The Frogtown Chophouse
472 Red Rock RdLocated in the heart of the Poconos (472 Red Rock Road, Cresco, PA), the Frogtown Chophouse offers something for everyone. From steak to seafood, come enjoy casual fine dining. The classic American chophouse menu features culinary delights including steaks, seafood and artisan cocktails. The space dates back to the early 1800s, but the Frogtown Chophouse experience is anything but old-fashioned. Outdoor dining is available. Reservations are recommended.
The Water’s Edge at Memorytown (432 Grange Road, Mt. Pocono, PA) offers American upscale dining and has a marvelous view of the lake. Dine indoors lakeside, or cozy up by the fireplace during the winter season. Outdoor seating is available during the warmer months as well based on availability. Popular dishes include Lobster Risotto, Duck Breast, Prime Bone-In Pork Chop, 2+ lb. Bone-in Tomahawk Steak, Corvina Ceviche and many more! Choose from one of the many creative and appetizing dishes from the menu or enjoy an expertly curated Six Course Chef's tasting menu available with wine paring that is created from all fresh ingredients the chefs are most passionate about, truly a great culinary experience. The menu changes seasonally so please be sure to check the website for the updated current menu and weekly Chef's Features. They have a table ready for you.
The Water's Edge Restaurant
The Water’s Edge at Memorytown (432 Grange Road, Mt. Pocono, PA) offers American upscale dining and has a marvelous view of the lake. Dine indoors lakeside, or cozy up by the fireplace during the winter season. Outdoor seating is available during the warmer months as well based on availability. Popular dishes include Lobster Risotto, Duck Breast, Prime Bone-In Pork Chop, 2+ lb. Bone-in Tomahawk Steak, Corvina Ceviche and many more! Choose from one of the many creative and appetizing dishes from the menu or enjoy an expertly curated Six Course Chef's tasting menu available with wine paring that is created from all fresh ingredients the chefs are most passionate about, truly a great culinary experience. The menu changes seasonally so please be sure to check the website for the updated current menu and weekly Chef's Features. They have a table ready for you.
Drinks & Nightlife
Nick's Place is a bar/restaurant with great views of Lake Harmony. In the spring/summer months, you can take a boat ride on the lake.
Shenanigan's, a larger bar and restaurant, offer family dining and live entertainment.
107 locals recommend
Lake Harmony
Nick's Place is a bar/restaurant with great views of Lake Harmony. In the spring/summer months, you can take a boat ride on the lake.
Shenanigan's, a larger bar and restaurant, offer family dining and live entertainment.
About 30 minutes from the condo, one of the most famous casinos in the eastern US. It boast gambling and adult entertainment.
824 locals recommend
Mount Airy Casino
312 Woodland RdAbout 30 minutes from the condo, one of the most famous casinos in the eastern US. It boast gambling and adult entertainment.
In Wilkes-Barre, about 40 minutes from the condo, this venue offers sports events and concerts. Understand they charge $10 for parking, so you might want to call ahead before you go.
131 locals recommend
Mohegan Sun Pocono
1280 PA-315In Wilkes-Barre, about 40 minutes from the condo, this venue offers sports events and concerts. Understand they charge $10 for parking, so you might want to call ahead before you go.
The F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts in Wilke-Barre, about 40 minutes from the condo, is a historic movie theater that has been converted into a stage theater, so it has an older opera house auditorium seating layout. It offers concerts and musical theater shows. Shows that have been presented include the Beetles (tribute) and Annie. Acts that have performed there recently include ZZ Top, Josh Ritter, Ace Frehley, Steve Miller Band, Ron White, Bob Weir and Kix. Parking is available at several garages around the Center, at decent prices. Handicapped seating may be an issue, and one review reported no air-conditioning, so check ahead if these are concerns.
14 locals recommend
F. M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts
71 Public SquareThe F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts in Wilke-Barre, about 40 minutes from the condo, is a historic movie theater that has been converted into a stage theater, so it has an older opera house auditorium seating layout. It offers concerts and musical theater shows. Shows that have been presented include the Beetles (tribute) and Annie. Acts that have performed there recently include ZZ Top, Josh Ritter, Ace Frehley, Steve Miller Band, Ron White, Bob Weir and Kix. Parking is available at several garages around the Center, at decent prices. Handicapped seating may be an issue, and one review reported no air-conditioning, so check ahead if these are concerns.
Penn's Peak
325 Maury RdFood and entertainments (Roadies).
Shopping
Jim Thorpe. Nice little town near condo. There are shops and restaurants aplenty. Their Old Time Christmas celebration, from November 30 (tree lighting ceremony) through December 16th train rides with Santa, carolers with musicians, holiday shopping and free family activities.
Be sure to visit Roadies Restaurant on Penn's Peak, a 50's retro restaurant offering a great view of the valley below.
511 locals recommend
Jim Thorpe
Jim Thorpe. Nice little town near condo. There are shops and restaurants aplenty. Their Old Time Christmas celebration, from November 30 (tree lighting ceremony) through December 16th train rides with Santa, carolers with musicians, holiday shopping and free family activities.
Be sure to visit Roadies Restaurant on Penn's Peak, a 50's retro restaurant offering a great view of the valley below.
Ahart's Market
248 PA-940In the same mall as the Chat & Chew and a Dollar General.
Under new ownership, this convenience store is conveniently located next to the Lake Harmony Post Office, left turn out of our development, about 5 minutes on the way to Piggies and Terra Cottage. Great for those last-minute items you might have forgotten to bring, but also a great alternative to the food stores and markets a distance away.
41 locals recommend
Lake Harmony Market - Country Peddler
252 Lake DrUnder new ownership, this convenience store is conveniently located next to the Lake Harmony Post Office, left turn out of our development, about 5 minutes on the way to Piggies and Terra Cottage. Great for those last-minute items you might have forgotten to bring, but also a great alternative to the food stores and markets a distance away.
Hazle Park Meats & Groceries
7 Pine Point DrLocal supermarket seven (7) minutes from Condo.
ShopRite of Mt Pocono
3430 PA-940Major supermarket 26 Miles (20 Minutes) from condo.
Parks & Nature
Entrance is in Jim Thorpe. Recommended by guests who love to hike.
42 locals recommend
Lehigh Gorge State Park, Jim Thorpe Entrance
301-319 Main StEntrance is in Jim Thorpe. Recommended by guests who love to hike.
On top of Camelback Mountain, a place to hike in spring/summer/fall, and a place to ski in winter.
246 locals recommend
Big Pocono state park
On top of Camelback Mountain, a place to hike in spring/summer/fall, and a place to ski in winter.
The Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area is a great place to spend the day, no matter the season. The river valley contains streams, waterfalls,geologic features, a diversity of plants and wildlife, and traces of the past. It offers canoeing, rafting, fishing, picnicking, hiking and camping.
321 locals recommend
Delaware Water Gap
The Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area is a great place to spend the day, no matter the season. The river valley contains streams, waterfalls,geologic features, a diversity of plants and wildlife, and traces of the past. It offers canoeing, rafting, fishing, picnicking, hiking and camping.
One of our favorite places to go for many years, it has a 100-ft. waterfall plus trails, fishing, boating and other family-friendly activities. About 1 hour from the condo, but well worth the trip if you like the outdoors and views of the mountains. Call ahead to check on whether it is open, as it is probably closed from November until April, but their schedule is flexible depending on the weather.
706 locals recommend
Bushkill Falls
One of our favorite places to go for many years, it has a 100-ft. waterfall plus trails, fishing, boating and other family-friendly activities. About 1 hour from the condo, but well worth the trip if you like the outdoors and views of the mountains. Call ahead to check on whether it is open, as it is probably closed from November until April, but their schedule is flexible depending on the weather.
Yes, there actually is a Split Rock. Check it out by asking for directions at the Split Rock Lodge, about 6 minutes (2.4 miles) from our condo. Turn left out of our area onto Lake Harmony, past Piggies and Terra Cottage, to Resort/Lodge).
17 locals recommend
Split Rock
Yes, there actually is a Split Rock. Check it out by asking for directions at the Split Rock Lodge, about 6 minutes (2.4 miles) from our condo. Turn left out of our area onto Lake Harmony, past Piggies and Terra Cottage, to Resort/Lodge).
In White Haven, 3613 PA 534, 10 minutes from our condo. 15,990 acres, more than 40 miles of hiking trails, three state park nature areas, miles of trout streams. Orchard Loop Trail, a 3-mile trail featuring a waterfall, hiking, walking, nature trips and bird watching, is within the Park. Contains Boulder Field, a striking boulder-strewn area, a National Nature Landmark. Check out DCNR.pa.gov for more information.
409 locals recommend
Hickory Run State Park
3 PA-534In White Haven, 3613 PA 534, 10 minutes from our condo. 15,990 acres, more than 40 miles of hiking trails, three state park nature areas, miles of trout streams. Orchard Loop Trail, a 3-mile trail featuring a waterfall, hiking, walking, nature trips and bird watching, is within the Park. Contains Boulder Field, a striking boulder-strewn area, a National Nature Landmark. Check out DCNR.pa.gov for more information.
The Ironton Rail Trail is a rail trail that spans 9 miles in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania. The trail was made from tracks of the defunct Ironton Railroad and includes a paved 5 mile loop. The trail spreads across Whitehall Township, Coplay and North Whitehall.
The trail follows the route of the Ironton Railroad, which obliged the future trail makers by creating a lasso-shaped corridor to connect iron mines in the ore-rich county to iron foundries along the river and the Lehigh Valley Railroad. Built in 1860, the railroad survived the local iron industry decline by serving the growing cement-making industry, which left behind some of the most striking artifacts along the trail. Certain segments fell into disuse starting in 1955, until the last section was discontinued in 1984.
Whitehall and North Whitehall Townships and the borough of Coplay jointly acquired the corridor in 1996. All but 1.4 miles of trail are paved. The 142-mile D&L Trail is just across the Lehigh River from Coplay.
The north side of the loop on Chestnut Street is a good place to start, with parking and restrooms. Heading east, clockwise around the loop, you’ll arrive at Saylor Park in 0.7 mile. From a distance, you might think you’ve stumbled into Hogwarts on the set of a Harry Potter movie. What you’re seeing are the nine 90-foot-high brick cement kilns built for the Coplay Cement Company in 1893. They only operated 11 years before they became obsolete, but the kilns survive today as an open-air museum of the cement industry. The Coplay community pool sits across the trail from the kiln.
The trail bends right at the Lehigh River, a Pennsylvania Scenic River.
Ironton Rail-Trail
Ironton Rail-TrailThe Ironton Rail Trail is a rail trail that spans 9 miles in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania. The trail was made from tracks of the defunct Ironton Railroad and includes a paved 5 mile loop. The trail spreads across Whitehall Township, Coplay and North Whitehall.
The trail follows the route of the Ironton Railroad, which obliged the future trail makers by creating a lasso-shaped corridor to connect iron mines in the ore-rich county to iron foundries along the river and the Lehigh Valley Railroad. Built in 1860, the railroad survived the local iron industry decline by serving the growing cement-making industry, which left behind some of the most striking artifacts along the trail. Certain segments fell into disuse starting in 1955, until the last section was discontinued in 1984.
Whitehall and North Whitehall Townships and the borough of Coplay jointly acquired the corridor in 1996. All but 1.4 miles of trail are paved. The 142-mile D&L Trail is just across the Lehigh River from Coplay.
The north side of the loop on Chestnut Street is a good place to start, with parking and restrooms. Heading east, clockwise around the loop, you’ll arrive at Saylor Park in 0.7 mile. From a distance, you might think you’ve stumbled into Hogwarts on the set of a Harry Potter movie. What you’re seeing are the nine 90-foot-high brick cement kilns built for the Coplay Cement Company in 1893. They only operated 11 years before they became obsolete, but the kilns survive today as an open-air museum of the cement industry. The Coplay community pool sits across the trail from the kiln.
The trail bends right at the Lehigh River, a Pennsylvania Scenic River.
Recommended by our guests, the trail is 0.7 miles long near Albrightsville (not far from our condo). Beautiful views of the waterfall, and offers hiking, walking, running and snowshoeing, and is accessible year-round.
127 locals recommend
Hawks Falls
Recommended by our guests, the trail is 0.7 miles long near Albrightsville (not far from our condo). Beautiful views of the waterfall, and offers hiking, walking, running and snowshoeing, and is accessible year-round.
Arts & Culture
Located on Main Street in Stroudsburg, the Sherman Theater offers a full calendar of entertainment events each year, from festivals featuring local makers to large-scale concerts with headline acts. On January 26, 2019, the theater hosts the Pocono Winter Beerfest.
47 locals recommend
The Sherman Theater
524 Main StLocated on Main Street in Stroudsburg, the Sherman Theater offers a full calendar of entertainment events each year, from festivals featuring local makers to large-scale concerts with headline acts. On January 26, 2019, the theater hosts the Pocono Winter Beerfest.
The Pocono Arts Council supports the arts and culture of the area by hosting exhibits, festivals and educational programs. The Artspace Gallery, on 7th Street in Stroudsberg, is run by the Council, is a premiere public fine arts gallery supporting local participating artists and promotes fine art in the area.
Pocono Arts Council
530 Main StThe Pocono Arts Council supports the arts and culture of the area by hosting exhibits, festivals and educational programs. The Artspace Gallery, on 7th Street in Stroudsberg, is run by the Council, is a premiere public fine arts gallery supporting local participating artists and promotes fine art in the area.
Getting Around
Martz Bus Lines offers the most economical transportation, if you cannot drive. An example is from NYC to Split Rock Resort via Blakeslee. The trip takes 2 hours, 51 minutes and costs between $50 -69.
23 locals recommend
Martz Express
2 Fork StMartz Bus Lines offers the most economical transportation, if you cannot drive. An example is from NYC to Split Rock Resort via Blakeslee. The trip takes 2 hours, 51 minutes and costs between $50 -69.
Essentials
For wine, I would try Harmony Beverage, Rt 940, Lake Harmony, PA 18624. They also have a large selection of candy, plus fresh popcorn and peanuts.
43 locals recommend
Harmony Beverage
14 PA-940For wine, I would try Harmony Beverage, Rt 940, Lake Harmony, PA 18624. They also have a large selection of candy, plus fresh popcorn and peanuts.