TheBig Blue House Guide
Welcome to our house guide. This website allows you to book directly (avoiding VRBO or AirBnB fees), and give you more information about our house and contact information.
Booking Options
AirBnb : https://abnb.me/A73upbycWCb VRBO: https://www.vrbo.com/3410305
Direct Booking (most cost effective): https://reservations.dreamgetaways.org/listings/HBZ4NV6OTW18SRXZ
Register
Please fill out the google form: here to allow us to comply with Emerald Lake Community regulations.
(Registration must be completed at least 72 hours before arrival to avoid fines from the community.)
Check-in Instructions
Address: 124 Ivy Way, Long Pond, PA 18334 (Google Maps)
Key Code: 4-digit code (followed by ✔)
Emergency Contact: 302 220 6163 or 443 485 7160
Check-in time: 4 pm (if Airbnb), 3 pm (if direct)
Check Out Instructions
Turn all heat to 55 in cold months.
Load and start the dishwasher.
No need to make beds or remove sheets.
Please lock all doors.
Safety Rules
No Fireworks.
Never leave trash outside (there are many bears in the area).
No Smoking (in the house or covered patio).
House Rules
Quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM.
No silly string, confetti, or glitter.
Please use cutting board on kitchen counters.
Do NOT move large pieces of furniture without permission from the owner. Return all furniture and household contents (don’t forget remotes!) to their original spots prior to checking out.
Amenities
Kitchen
Samsung Electric cooktop, oven, and air-fryer
Instant Pot & Crock Pot
Hand mixer
Blender
Toaster
Coffee Machines
Drip Coffee Machine
K-Cup Machine
Stainless Steel Pots and Pans
Plates & silverware (Adults & Toddler)
Outdoors
EV Charger: 220V NEMA 15-40R plug in case you have a vehicle that needs charging.
Propane BBQ : There are two propane tanks, but we can’t easily tell if they are full, so if they are empty, please exchange them at a nearby store for around $20, instead of buying a new tank for $60.
An outdoor fireplace surrounded with chairs; perfect for smores!
Hot Tub
Beds & Bath
Each of the 6 bedrooms have sheets, pillows, throws and a comforter. One bedroom has a pullout bed with 2 twin mattresses. We also leave 2 towels per bedroom for the duration of your stay.
The two bathrooms have hand soaps, shampoo, conditioner and body wash.
Please note:
That we are on a septic system that is very sensitive, so please do not flush anything other than bodily fluids and supplied toilet paper.
We try to provide enough supplies for a two night stay. While we do our best to make sure these supplies are on hand for your stay, there may be times between restocking when some consumable items may not be available.
Please let us know if there is something that you feel is missing. If we can use it for the next guest, we’ll try and fix it.
Entertainment
PS 5
Galaga Arcade
2 TVs (one in each living room) (with following subscriptions)
HBO
Disney+
Paramount
Hulu
Netflix
WiFi (The fastest in the area tested at > 300Mbps)
Poker table (with a complete poker set)
Board GamesSequence
Codenames
Monopoly
Parcheesi
Sorry
(and many more)
Hotweels, play trucks, and soft toys for toddlers.
Corn Hole set
Dart board
Ring Toss
Community Amenities
Lakes
Great for fishing
Kayaking
Boating (Electric Only)
Indoor Heated Pool
Outdoor pool (open in the summer)
Bar & Grill
Community center
Main beach
Great for toddlers
Childrens play area
Restrooms
Picnic tables
(If you plan on going to the beach or pool you will have to get your passes at the office located at 1112 Glade Drive South. Hours are Monday-Saturday, 10:00-4:00. 1 day pass for $15.00/per person. 3 day pass for $20.00 7 day pass for $40.00 Children under 2 are free with adult registration.)
Local Trails
Austin T. Blakeslee Natural Area (20 PA-115, Blakeslee, PA 18610)
Hickory Run State Park
Seven Tubs Natural Area
Bushkill Falls
Pets
If you are bringing a dog please let us know. We would need a $50 per dog; payable through Venmo
Venmo ( @IvyWay124 ) Last 4 of phone # 7160
Returning Guests
We love having guests come back to the house to relive their past holidays! To make that easy we usually offer a 15% discount on the regular rate as our thank you for your continued patronage!!