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Welcome to Sweet Valley Cottages!
Five quaint cottages on a small private pond, just minutes from Ricketts Glen state park.
The rustic pine interior of these cottages provide a relaxing country feeling!
6 guests max You will need to bring: Bedding (queen size - sheets, blankets, pillow or sleeping bag) Towels (bath towels, wash cloths) Toiletries- shampoo, conditioner, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste Food Clothing and Outdoor Gear (it gets cold at night) Fishing gear (optional) Bug spray Charcoal for grill Lawn chairs for each person What’s included: Refrigerator Toaster oven Keurig Coffee maker Microwave Stove / Oven (deluxe cabins only) 2 tabletop burner (efficiency cabins only) 6 person table setting: Dinner/ salad plates, bowls, mugs, glasses, spoons, forks, dinner and steak knives Cutting knife with small cuttting board 2 mixing bowls Pots and pans Can opener Wine / bottle opener Tongs Toilet tissue Paper towels Ice tray Dish washing detergent Life jacket X4 (assorted sizes) Firewood available (additional $10 per load, payable with cash on site or prior with reservation) Is there cellular coverage for mobile phones? AT&T has very good coverage. Verizon has decent coverage (able to make and receive calls) T-Mobile has poor coverage Please note: There is no Central Air Conditioning or Central Heat. There is no Internet Service or WIFI.
Please review the following rules and regulations before booking your stay. These are in place to ensure that all of our cottage renters experience a safe and enjoyable visit.
Please review our liability waiver to familiarize yourself with our liability policies. A hard copy of this waiver will be provided for you to sign upon your arrival.
Here's what some of our guests have to say about their stay at Sweet Valley Cottages.
Away from it all, but close to everything. While Great Grandpa Fred Updyke was farming strawberries on his beautiful farm in Sweet Valley, Pennsylvania in the early 1960’s, he always envisioned others enjoying his beautiful country oasis. Timbering his own trees, he hand-built five charming cottages next to a big, serene pond, perfect for families. Each includes a kitchen, two bedrooms and its own bath. The dog helping him out was Tony, nicknamed “snagged” in the photo. The tranquil country setting of this small private pond named after Great-Great-Grandpa Charles, affords its visitors many relaxing hours of fishing, sunning, hiking, campfires and the purest of country relaxation. In 2001, it was purchased by Fred’s grandson and his wife, Duane and Annette Updyke. They shared many wonderful memories at the cottages, including the wedding of their daughter. In 2019, Raj and Lisa Dalavai acquired the property and are excited to maintain the beauty and tranquility of Sweet Valley Cottages.
Ricketts Glen State Park - Just 8 Minutes Away! HOW TO ACCESS THE WATERFALLS Twenty-one waterfalls are along the Falls Trail within the Glens Natural Area, while one (Adams) is only a few hundred feet from the Evergreen Parking Lot off PA 118. There are 3 parking areas that provide access to the Falls Trail: Lake Rose Trailhead is at the end of the road across from the campground and provides the closest access (5-10 minutes), but fills up quickly during peak times. Beach Parking Lot #2 is at the end of the main park road. Leave the lot and walk down the trail adjacent to the Cabin Road (first road just outside of the lot), past a park gate, and onto a section of trail to the first intersection where you go right (15-20 minute access). The parking lots on PA 118 are 1.5 miles from the first waterfall upstream on the Falls Trail, but allow a good view of old growth trees. The full loop of the Falls Trail is 7.2 miles if hiking both the upper and lower sections. To see most of the waterfalls, a 3.2-mile loop can be taken by going on Highland Trail and the Glen Leigh and Ganoga Glen sides of the trail.
If you're looking to enjoy a scenic state park during your time at Sweet Valley Cottages, you won't be disappointed.
Trails vary from fairly level to very steep hills. The 26 miles of trails are a prime attraction of the park.
CAUTION: Hikers on the Falls Trail should be in good physical condition, wear sturdy boots, and use caution due to slippery/wet conditions and steep trail sections. The following guidelines will help ensure a safe and enjoyable hiking experience while at the park.
Always wear sturdy boots. Wearing sneakers, sandals, “water shoes” and “street shoes” can lead to serious accidents in this park. Be prepared. Have proper clothing and equipment (i.e. compass, map, matches, water, food, flashlight, etc.) available in case of an emergency. This is especially important when traveling remote trails or when hiking during non-summer seasons.
Give yourself plenty of time for your hike. The weather changes quickly in the park. Plan to be off the trails well before dark. Let someone know where you are hiking and when you should return.
Remain on the trails. Leaving the trail causes damage to unique natural resources, promotes erosion and can be dangerous. Don’t take short cuts from one trail section to another. Taking short cuts down switchbacks is dangerous and causes trail damage.
Lake Jean is 245 acres. Non-powered boats must have one of the following: state park launching permit or state park mooring permit which are available at most state park offices; or current Pennsylvania boat registration. Motorboats must display a current boat registration.
Boats registered in other states must display a Pennsylvania state park launch permit or mooring permit in addition to their current registration.
Dry mooring and one boat launch are available. A boat rental concession operates during the summer season and offers rowboats, paddle-boats and canoes.
Anglers will find warm-water game fish and panfish in Lake Jean. Mountain Springs Lake, a 40-acre lake owned by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission, adjoins the eastern end of the park and offers trout and panfish.
All rules and regulations of the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission apply to fishing both in the park and at Mountain Springs Lake.
Catch and Release” Fishing is included in your stay. We have a selection of Trout, Large Mouth Bass, Catfish and Bluegills are in the lake. We require LEAD Free fishing only.
According to Pennsylvania Law, “no person 16 years of age or older shall fish in any of the waters of Pennsylvania or in any boundary waters without first procuring a license”.
Please visit FishAndBoat.com/Fish/FishingLicense for further information.
Licenses may be purchased at the following local locations or any Walmart:
PFBC Northeast Region 5566 Main Road Sweet Valley, PA 18656 (570) 477-5717
The Bait Buddies 671 Prichards Road Hunlock Creek, PA 18621 (570) 256-7780
The 600-foot beach is open daily from Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day unless otherwise posted. The regular hours are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
A food and refreshment concession and picnic facilities are located nearby.
If you're looking to expand your adventures beyond Ricketts Glen, there are plenty of options! Other attractions nearby include golf, tennis, and numerous antique and gift shops.
65 Hillside Road Shavertown, PA 18708 (570) 696-2881 Monday – Sunday 8am – 8pm
If you have time we highly recommend The Lands at Hillside Farms, which is a historic, non-profit 501(c)(3) 412-acre educational dairy farm. Their Dairy Store is an amazing experience.
2542 PA 118 Hunlock Creek, PA 18621 (570) 477-3188
Located just minutes from Sweet Valley Cottages, Pikes Creek Raceway Park offers Bumper-Karts, Miniature Golf, Go-Karts, as well as concessions. Super fun for the family!900 Bear Creek Blvd Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702 (570) 675-1312
Enjoy a 500 acre site boasting the Wheelbarrow Run stream. The stream flows through a ravine and displays falls and “tubs”…large potholes gouged out of the underlying bedrock. A great area for hiking along the stream and surrounding forest.Even in our private sanctuary, convenience is never too far. Check out these local amenities if you’re in need of a supply run!
570-477-2054
2375 PA-118
Hunlock Creek, PA 18621
Open Every Day:
5am – 11pm
570-477-2988
2203 State Route 118
Hunlock Creek, PA 18621
Mon – Sat: 7am – 9pm
Sun: 8am – 6pm
Great sandwiches, quick bites, and pizza
Take-out and sit-down dinner, sports bar, and drinks
570-793-2176
2417 PA-118
Sweet Valley, PA 18656
Open Every Day:
8am – 10pm
If you prefer to stay on our grounds, there’s lots to do here too!
Our pond at Sweet Valley Cottages has been stocked for nearly 70 years. We seem to have achieved a great balance of Bass, Trout, and Bluegills, with a few Catfish thrown in for good measure. Since we have converted to “Catch and Release” recreational fishing we are seeing an increase in the size of our fish.
CATCH AND RELEASE ONLY
As Sweet Valley Cottages is private property, fishing at the “cottages” is available only for our staying guests. It can be enjoyed from the shoreline or our shared row boat.
Catch and Release” Fishing is included in your stay. We have a selection of Trout, Large Mouth Bass, Catfish and Bluegills are in the lake. We require LEAD Free fishing only.
According to Pennsylvania Law, “no person 16 years of age or older shall fish in any of the waters of Pennsylvania or in any boundary waters without first procuring a license”.
Please visit FishAndBoat.com/Fish/FishingLicense for further information.
Licenses may be purchased at the following local locations or any Walmart:
PFBC Northeast Region 5566 Main Road, Sweet Valley, PA 18656 (570) 477-5717
The Bait Buddies 671 Prichards Road, Hunlock Creek, PA 18621 (570) 256-7780
Firewood for sale: $10 per load.