Seasonal experiences abound on the farm to enrich the holidays. Guests are invited to wander the fields to find just the right pumpkin for Halloween, select and cut their own Christmas tree, or join a festive local Thanksgiving or New Year feast to truly capture the glow of the season.
Pocono Mountains ski resorts - For the snow enthusiasts, the Chelsea Sun Inn is just minutes from the Pocono Mountains ski resorts that rank among the best in the Northeast. Whether your passion is for downhill skiing, snowboarding, or snow tubing, you'll feel the exhilaration at any one of these mountains.
Of course, summer time is as good as any to visit - enjoy hiking, boating, fishing and pure relaxation in these majestic mountains. Each July - the amazing Pocono Blues Festival is a feast of sound and emotions at Big Boulder Mountain. The festival has a history of showcasing some of the finest blues artists in the world. The bursting of spring's colors and fragrances, autumn's explosion of breathtaking changes - we love to share it all with you!
Activities to do during your stay at the Chelsea Sun Inn
Winter Sports
Alpine Mountain Ski & Ride Center - Snowboarding - Winter fun day and night. Skiing, snowboarding, half-pipe, terrain parks, snow tubing, and for the "Little Tots"-Penguin Play Park! Learn to ski or ride packages are available for kids and adults.
Blue Mountain Ski Area Snow Tubing, Snowboarding - is one of the Pocono's premiere snow sports destinations. Blue has the highest vertical in PA, 33 trails with the most varied terrain.
Camelback Ski Area, Ski, Snow Tubing, Snowboarding - has defined snow sports in the Pocono Mountains for nearly 50 years with an unrivaled combination of skiable acres, snowmaking horsepower, high-speed detachable lifts and legendary service.
Elk Mountain Ski Area - one of the larger areas with 30 trails, the highest ski peak at 2,600+ feet and a 1,000-foot vertical drop with 100% snowmaking coverage, offering great skiing, snowboarding, as well as Oktoberfest.
Sno Mountain Ski Area - just outside of Scranton, features the steepest terrain in the Poconos and a 1,000-foot vertical drop.
Shawnee Mountain Ski Area - closest to New York City, just across the Delaware from New Jersey, draws big city crowds.
JFBB - The best skiing, snowboarding, snow tubing, and terrain parks in the Poconos can only be found at Jack Frost Big Boulder.
Horseback riding
Double D Guest Ranch
81 Mt. Hermon Road
Blairstown, NJ 07825
908-459-9044
Double D has been a life long dream of Phil Dukes, the owner and host of the ranch. Double D has real wranglers and fresh horses that accommodate the very beginner to the most experienced rider. The rides are customized to your liking. You can learn to "tac" the horses (saddle them), ride for an hour, two hours, a half day or full day. Come by yourself, with a friend, or bring a group of friends.
www.doubledguestranch.com
Hiking and Sightseeing
Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
Delaware Water Gap, PA
Established by Congress on September 1, 1965, for public outdoor recreation use and for the preservation of scenic, scientific, and historic resources. The area is rich in both cultural and natural history. The ridges and river valley contain streams, waterfalls, geologic features, a diversity of plants and wildlife, and traces of past occupants and cultures. Popular activities include canoing, rafting, fishing, picnicking and camping.
www.delawarewatergap.com
Shawnee River Trips
One River Road Shawnee on Delaware, PA 18356
Phone: 570-424-4000
Tollfree: 800-SHA-WNEE
Shawnee River Trips provide outdoor adventures which include rentals of rafts, kayaks (tandem and single-person), canoes, fishing trips and mountain bikes. With the 70,000 acre Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area and the historic Delaware River just on the edge of Shawnee's property, Shawnee River Trips is the key to adventure. Contact us today to find out more or hear about many other fun things to do in PA.
www.shawneerivertrips.com
Water Gap Trolley Inc
Main Street Delaware Water Gap, PA 18327
Phone: 570-476-9766
Tollfree: 800-275-1242
One hour narrated historic tour aboard authentic trolleys. 7 days a week mid March through November 10am - 4pm, rain or shine. Mini golf, gift shop, picnic pavilion, and reasonable prices. Full one-day group outings available for tours. Fun for all ages.
www.watergaptrolley.com
Bushkill Falls
Bushkill Falls Rd off Route 209 Bushkill, PA 18324
Phone: 570-588-6682
Tollfree: 888BUSHKILL
Bushkill Falls, known as "The Niagara of Pennsylvania", has been open since 1904 and features eight waterfalls, Native American and Wildlife exhibits, miniature golf, paddleboat rides, miles of nature trails, gift and souvenir shops, fudge kitchen, snack bar and trail map adventures. Open 9am seven days a week from April through October - November weather permitting. Free parking and picnic area.
www.visitbushkillfalls.com
Columcille Megalith Park and Celtic Art Center
2155 Fox Gap Road, Bangor, PA 18013
(610) 588-1174
A playground of myth and mystery located in the Appalachian Mountains of eastern Pennsylvania. A park rooted in Celtic spirituality and inspired by the Isle of Iona off the coast of Scotland. An outdoor sanctuary open to the public as a sacred space for quiet meditation.
www.columcille.org
Entertainment
Sherman Theater
524 Main Street Stroudsburg, PA 18360
Phone: 570-420-2808
Built in the 1920's, the recently renovated Sherman Theater is equipped to present many of today's biggest shows. Complete with full bar and wonderful restaurant, the Sherman Theater offers everything needed for a complete evening of entertainment. Audience and performers alike have been awed by the sound, comfort, and historic feel of this incredible performance venue. Be sure to check our web site to see our wide variety of upcoming shows.
www.shermantheater.com
S&S Speedways - Indoor Go-Karts
Business Route 209 Stroudsburg, PA 18360
Phone: 570-420-5500
Have you ever wanted the thrill of driving a real racecar? This is racing at its best! S&S offers family fun for the newcomer and racing enthusiast alike! The tri-oval track requires a 54” minimum height. Open year-round expect for Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. A snack bar, video game and pool table are available for those that like to watch! Private parties available. Now you can be one of the best at S&S like our NASCAR visitors! Close to I-80, Route 33 and Route 209. As about our rookie specials!
www.ssspeedways.com
Shiro Restaurant
Route 611 South Swiftwater, PA 18370
Phone: 570-839-2500
An evening at Shiro often begins and ends at one of our four fantastic bars where our skilled bartenders serve up our signature Martinis with flair. Once at the bar, guests have a hard time resisting the siren song of our state of the art Dance Club. Friday and Saturday nights come alive at Shiro around 10pm when the pulsating rhythms begin to fill the air and guests become entranced by the best light, sound and video show in the Poconos as they enjoy the VIP treatment in our Club Side Seating. Whether we are hosting one of our outrageous theme parties or presenting a live concert Shiro never stops keeping the excitement coming. Dance the night away at the Pocono's trendiest dance club.
www.shirorestaurant.net
Mount Airy Casino Resort
44 Woodland Rd., Mount Pocono, PA 18344
1-877-MT-AIRY1
Come play in the great indoors at the Pocono's premier casino resort. Go wild with over 2,500 of the hottest slots including your favorite reel-spinning slots and electronic table games like poker, roulette and blackjack. Let your taste buds go exploring as you dine on prime steaks, regional Italian cuisine and more at one of our five restaurants in the Poconos. And mingle and move on the dance floor with the area's best party bands at Gypsies Lounge and Nightclub. At this one-of-a-kind escape, indulging your every whim is only natural.
www.mountairycasino.com
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Chelsea Sun Inn
487 Stone Church Drive
Mt. Bethel, PA 18343
610-588-8600
917-743-4647
info@chelseasun.com
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