🛖🦌 Pocono STR News Sunday Edition | April 6

Opportunity, Insights, Tips, Events, Pricing and More

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Jonathan Dempsey
April 06, 2025

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🗓 Week of April 6

Classic A Frame Chalet with new kitchen, new floors exposed wood beams, pine ceilings, open concept living, cozy propane fireplace, detached 1 car garage, expansive front deck, and hot tub to soak in. Situated on 0.45 acres in short term rental friendly Towamensing Trails. Perfect size vacation retreat for a family or a couple's getaway. Successful STR on pace for nearly $70K annual gross revenue, furniture and hot tub included in sale, your next turnkey investment awaits. Enjoy all Towamensing Trails has to offer! Close to many local attractions- Hickory Run State Park, Big Boulder Ski Resort, downtown Jim Thorpe, H2oooH Water Park, & more! Minutes to PA Turnpike & I-80.

Outlook on Potential from the Author

Let’s look at the science first and then the assessment overall.

Property Archetype: In the Poconos, you kickstart your potential to win and stay competitive by having: (A) Cabin (B) Chalet (C) A-Frame and here we have a chalet. Great start.

Winning Features: classic chalet feel with high, white pine vaulted ceilings, gorgeous wood beams, and the perfect sized space to cater to either couples or families alike. This has allowed for 71% occupancy through its first 8 months. Even crazier maybe than the hot start, is this includes the market’s slowest months and does not yet include what should make for a packed house this Summer.

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Overall: I am always going to shoot you straight with my analysis. This home is a perfect starter home if you are looking for a cash light, turnkey play that will survive the test of time with saturation and continued rental excellence. Great for a plug and play whether thats one of your first rentals as you build up capital, or for a 1031 to capture STR tax perks with minimal setup. If you are more seasoned or want to force equity, this property won’t be worth the squeeze as you’ll want to go bigger or into something that you can put your touch on.

Market Snapshot - 3 Weeks of Pricing Outlook 📊

Use the below metrics to determine whether or not you should be booked

This Week’s Occupancy (1-7 days out) - Weekday 11% - Weekend 34%

Next Week’s Occupancy (8-14 days out) - Weekday XX% - Weekend XX%

Two Week’s Occupancy (15-21 days out) - Weekday XX% - Weekend XX%

Local Events Next Weekend to Share with Guests 🎉

📍Taste of the Poconos Restaurant Week – April 6 to 11, 2025
🎟 Details: From April 6 to 11, 2025, indulge in special menus and deals at nearly 30 participating restaurants across Wayne, Pike, Monroe, and Carbon counties. This event offers a fantastic opportunity to explore the region's diverse culinary scene. For more details and a list of participating establishments, visit the Pocono Mountains Restaurant Week page.
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📍 Skirmish's 42nd Anniversary Free Paint Special – April 6, 2025
🎟 Details: Play today and receive 400 free paintballs! Don't forget, everyone who pays for their reservation at least 24 hours in advance will receive an additional 100 free paintballs. That is up to 500 FREE paintballs before your group leader benefits!
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📍 Nature at Night – Dates vary between April 6, 2025 - June 8, 2025
🎟 Details: A pleasant evening is the perfect time to head outside. Take a walk in the woods to listen for owls, look at stars, and enjoy the music of the night. Enjoy fun activities that test your night vision. PEEC recommends you bring a flashlight! Please call to register.
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Vendor Spotlight 🔧🏠

👨‍🔧 Borger Septic – Septic Company
📍 Location: Monroe County, PA
⭐ Why We Recommend: Someone once told me “These guys are the Cadillac of septic services.” I did not know at the time but soon would I find out the validity of this statement. I’ve used them on several occasions and each time I’m impressed with how much these guys care about the work. With some other companies it feels like its a check the box, fulfill the work order type of deal. With Borger, they are invested in identifying problems and getting to a solution.
📞 Contact Info: Borger Website

Hosting & Investment Tip of the Week 💡

Add a Personal Touch with a Handwritten Welcome Note 📝❤️

A small gesture can leave a lasting impression—and lead to 5-star reviews.

✔️ Leave a short handwritten card welcoming guests by name
✔️ Mention a local event or tip (e.g., “Sunset at Lake Naomi is magical this time of year!”)
✔️ Include a treat: local chocolate, a snack, or a coupon for a nearby spot
✔️ Encourage guests to text if they need anything

💡 Pro tip: Often guests will note why they are coming in the opening message to you. Relate back to this in your note.

STR Regulation Update ⚖️ (If applicable this week)

📢 No Recent News

  • Summary: No news is good news, especially after the big change in Tobyhanna Township removing the cap.

Impact on Hosts: Life is good, continue on business as usual
🔗 More Info: NA

About The Author - Jonathan Dempsey (JD)

  • JD is a Pocono local and investor with a tremendous passion for short-term rentals and travel

  • JD owns multiple short-term rental investments across the Poconos with homes spanning in sizes and locations. JD has a passion for finding, creating, and sharing the Pocono’s coolest rental properties

  • JD has been a short-term rental host of over 39,750 reservations, starting 6 years ago with the first guest in a shared room in his townhome, to now guest’s favorites and the top performing homes across the Poconos

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📢 Stay ahead in the Poconos STR market – see you next week! 🚀