Fall & Winter Forest Retreat: Ski, Spa & Sauna- Poconos/West Catskills/Masthope

A thoughtfully designed rural escape for solo travelers, couples, small families, and furry friends within a few hours from NYC & Philly. Little Norway PA awaits!

Enjoy our ¨tiny spa¨ without the price tag of nearby Woodloch: whirlpool & Finnish sauna all to yourself in the surrounding forest & creek. Enjoy the resort amenities (pool, ski, lake) and nearby artsy towns of our Pocono-Sullivan Catskill mountain community.

Our on-site ski resort, Ski Big Bear, is a family-friendly mountain perfect for a crowd-free ski day (3 min drive from house). Stay 3 days or more and you are almost guaranteed freshly groomed conditions and countless chair-to-chair runs.

SPACE TO BREATHE & CONNECT

Our open chalet layout seeks to maximize the comforting and healing properties of natural light.

Enter through the living room where cathedral ceilings and windows overlook a serene half acre of forest.

The reading nook/office upstairs is perfect for a remote work vacation.

-Sleeps 6
-Mobility- friendly first floor king bed w/attached bath
-Reading nook/workspace with a view
-Creative corner w/books & games
-High speed WiFI & 48" Smart TV


UNFUSSY LUXURY DESIGNED FOR COZY COMFORT

-Hot tub beneath the stars
-Radiant floor heating for cozy feet (first floor)
-Private indoor Finnish sauna
-High-quality linens from Quince & Anthropologie
-Embroidered slippers & robes
-Blackout curtains
-Plant filled interior
-Electric fireplace (Note: Photos show a wood burning fireplace. Our wood burning fireplace is unfortunately non-operational and scheduled to be removed and replaced in early 2026. At this time, there is a cozy, easy-to-use electric fireplace in place of the wood burning fireplace in the photos.)



TUCKED IN NATURE, CLOSE TO IT ALL

With our own ¨tiny spa¨ and peaceful setting, you may find you already have all you need on site- but don't miss the many amenities of Masthope Mountain Community a 2 minute car ride or 10 minute bike ride away:

-Hiking & cross-country ski trails
-Summit Restaurant
-Volleyball area
-Playgrounds
-Tennis & pickleball courts
-Basketball court
-Small grocery/general store
-Fitness center ($10/person/day amenities pass)

-Pools (Memorial Day-Labor Day, $10/person/day amenities pass)
-Mini golf (Memorial Day-Labor Day, $10/person/day amenities pass)
-Tiki Bar (Memorial Day-Labor Day, $10/person/day amenities pass)
-Lake beach access (Memorial Day-Labor Day)
-SUP, kayak rentals (Memorial Day-Labor Day)

-Skiing/tubing (December-March, weather dependent. Lift ticket on Indy Pass or available for purchase on site)

Please read our welcome guide & check in details for instructions about how to secure your amenities passes for 10$ per person per day.


NOURISHMENT

We encourage you to enjoy meals on your retreat, and for this reason we supply

-Sharp knives
-Quality cookware
-Pantry essentials (coffee, basic creamer, teas, oils, flour, sugar, spices)

Kitchen amenities include:
-Farmhouse table for six
-Dining table with seating
-Dishwasher
-Refrigerator
-Wine fridge
-Electric stove/oven
-Microwave
-Nespresso coffeemaker
-12 cup coffee maker
-Toaster
-Dishware & flatware
-Baking essentials
-Gas grill w/extra propane tank


Guests are advised to do their grocery shopping before arriving on site, as the closest full service grocery store is 25 minutes away. We encourage sustainability with energy-efficient kitchen appliances, cloth napkins, and filtered tap water.


NOTES ON NATURE

Being close to nature is part of the Little Norway PA experience given our rural location. We have bald eagle, porcupine, deer, and the occasional bear visitor! We choose not to use insecticides in order to keep the environment healthy for you and the local wildlife. We want you to feel completely at ease here and are always happy to answer any questions ahead of your stay.

We do have two neighboring homes towards the front of the property, so while we cannot guarantee 100% privacy, these neighbors are rarely present.

NOTES ON PARTIES

Little Norway PA is best experienced as a space for chill time. If you are seeking a space for a party, we can recommend other areas of the Poconos. Quiet hours are 10pm-6am.