Hotel at a Glance: Skytop Lodge

Built in 1928, the Skytop Lodge sits on a 5,500-acre estate in the Pocono Mountains—an expansive wilderness that encompasses rivers, more than 100 lakes, and two national parks.

• Onsite adventure center: On-site Skiing and Snowboarding, Snow Tubing and Ice Skating, the Treetop Adventure Course, Zipline, Rock Climbing, Shotgun and more are available for an additional fee. ** Skytop ski slopes are suitable for beginners. Ski and snowboard lessons are available, reservations are required. All ski and snowboard equipment rentals are available on-site. Check the website for hours and availability. All activities are weather, season dependent, and require reservations.
• Unwind: Located in the Main Lodge, the Library Lounge is the perfect place to gather before or after dinner, or for an intimate meeting with family and friends.
• Eat well: This Getaway includes daily breakfast for two in Windsor. Onsite dining options range from seasonal menus at Windsor, pub fare at the Tap Room, and contemporary Italian at Lakeview. Dining reservations required. The dress code for Windsor is resort casual. Dark denim and dress shorts are permitted. Jackets and ties are optional. We ask that you please wear appropriate footwear and be advised that children over the age of 12 must adhere to the dress code.
• Pick Me Up and Snacks: Grab a cup of coffee and fresh-baked pastry at The Corner Roast, or stop for a sundae or milkshake at The Market
• In-room entertainment: flat-screen TV and wireless Internet
• Recognition: Skytop Lodge is an AAA Four Diamond property and was awarded TripAdvisor’s 2019 Certificate of Excellence.

Pennsylvania’s Pocono Mountains: Hiking, Trout Fishing, and Historical Towns

The Poconos region of northeastern Pennsylvania accounts for some 2,400 square miles of mountains, lakes, waterfalls, and forests. The area has been a popular vacation destination ever since Pennsylvania Quakers opened a hotel here on the Delaware River in 1829. Today, the Poconos draw more than 25 million annual visitors, thanks to year-round recreational opportunities and stunning natural scenery.

The warmer months are a great time to explore the region’s lakes and wooded hills. For spectacular hikes, check out Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, where you can trek to dramatic waterfalls or follow a 27-mile section of the historic Appalachian Trail. A handful of little towns full of antique shops and galleries nestle in the mountains, too. You’ll find boutique wine galleries and historical mansions tucked away on country roads, including the late 19th-century Asa Packer Mansion, which is open for tours, in the borough of Jim Thorpe.