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Wine Tasting Near Me? Look No Further Than Woodloch Resort!

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Wine Tasting Near Me? Look No Further Than Woodloch Resort!

Woodloch Resort is, first and foremost, an exciting, picturesque haven for families aiming to grow closer together while also enjoying an extended break from the city. However, it’s not uncommon for couples and groups to visit us during the midweek because of our always-expanding AWAY Program (Art, Wine, Adventure, and You). Wine connoisseurs (“oenophiles”) often discover our particularly stunning slice of the Pocono Mountains when Googling “wine tasting near me.” And luckily for you, Woodloch Resort is also a short drive from a handful of top-rated Poconos vineyards, which we list below.

A Sophisticated Wine Tasting in the Poconos

The AWAY Program allows adults to partake in a wide variety of fun, informative, and sophisticated activities, such as mixology classes, guided nature hikes, and cooking demonstrations. That being said, the majority of participants are most interested in the wine tasting. Each class is led by our in-house sommelier, Leslie Britt, who has decades of experience that began in Oregon Wine Country. Her expertise has helped The Lodge at Woodloch grow into a premier wine weekend getaway near Hawley, PA. Britt’s classes shine a light on various winemaking styles, as well as wine etiquette, components, and pairings. You likely won’t unearth another wine tasting in the Poconos that features such as extensive array potential labels. Our 9,000-bottle cellar is a treasure trove of aroma, refinement, and flavor. 

Locating a Wine Tasting “Near Me”

Lovers of fine vino can search wine tasting “near me” here in the peaceful Poconos Mountains and easily find quite a few in the region. However, only a handful of wineries in the Poconos warrant a brief mid-day excursion from Woodloch. Click the links below to get a proper taste of what our region has to offer wine aficionados of all levels of expertise.

Photo of a Lavish Swimming Pool, Just Minutes Away From a Wine Tasting "Near Me"

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After indulging and relaxing at a wine tasting “near me,” feel free to explore all that Woodloch has to offer, including championship golf, spa services, and world-class culinary delights. You won’t find a more idyllic setting for a wine tasting in the Poconos—our facilities are equally sophisticated, inviting, and charming. To learn more about the AWAY Program or The Lodge at Woodloch’s many adults-only amenities, please give us a call today at 800-966-3562.

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Woodloch Scouts Operation Cookie Drop | Woodloch Resort

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Woodloch Scouts and Friends Fall-In for “Operation: COOKIE DROP”

Over the past few years, Woodloch has become a terrific escape for visiting scout groups.  They’re here to participate in our marquee events such as Scavenger Hunt, Winter Olympics, Cupcake Wars and more not only for the coveted gold medals but also for customized Woodloch badges that will soon be stitched on their sashes.  Needless to say, their presence is always known- their enthusiasm and laughter buzz like a nest of honeybees wherever they travel off to.

And of course, THE COOKIES. They always seem to have them in close reach.  For years, our scout groups would have some extra boxes here and there and simply leave them with staff as a “thank you” for a fun weekend (or perhaps as an underhand attempt at gaining a few more points for Scavenger Hunt… but who are we to judge?). Thin Mints became a staple in our break rooms.

As Woodloch employees, however, fresh baked goods are never really out of our reach- extra breads from the bakery are often left up for grabs to those who need it. As sweet of a gesture as it may be, the treats could be put to a better use. And those thoughts led to the creation of our annual “OPERATION COOKIE DROP.”

Throughout the “off-season” months, each visiting Girl Scout is given the opportunity to donate a box of Girl Scout cookies into our special “Drop Crate” located in our Main Lobby. Upon doing so, they receive a special gift from Woodloch as a “thank you.” At the end of the season, every last Samoa, Trefoil, Peanut Butter Patties and everything in between will be shipped overseas (through the help of our friends in “Operation: Touch of Home”) to the brave men and women serving in our armed forces.  Everyone is invited to drop hand-written letters into our mailbox for the soldiers as well.

The cookies are a warm and happy reminder of home, bringing comfort to those who may be in an uncomfortable place for some time.

They’re a reminder to our protectors of exactly what they’re protecting.

“They’re a small token of gratitude… but it’s a great way for all of us to start,” says Joey Ranner, Activities Director. “I have to smile every time we start initiatives like this- our guests (Scouts and non-scouts alike) spring into action and share that Woodloch warmth with others. Our collaboration has collected almost 10,000 boxes of cookies since we started the program in 2014, and we gain momentum each year. Watching a plan unfold firsthand reminds me of how fortunate I am to work with such good company.”

If you’ve outgrown your berets, fear not- we have extra cookies available to purchase on hand. While you’re at it, be sure to fill out “Letters From Home” to give a shoutout to your heroes!

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Adult Day Programs “Near Me” | What is Woodloch’s AWAY?

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Adult Day Programs “Near Me” | What is Woodloch’s AWAY?

Yes, Woodloch Resort is the top-ranked family resort in America, according to USA Today. But our lakeside respite has also gradually evolved into a desirable midweek escape for couples, groups, and company retreats thanks to our adult programming. In recent years, we identified a need to implement an array of adult day programs to please the general public, particularly New York City area residents. Most adults (mainly parents) don’t spend nearly enough time on themselves. With no allotted “me time,” it’s easy to become stressed, overworked, and distracted at home. Woodloch’s AWAY program is the perfect escape for adults aching for a bit of fun, relaxation, and much-needed self-reflection.

The AWAY Adult Day Programs

Unlike most adult day programs in the Pocono Mountains, the AWAY program focuses on the most precious commodity in the household: you. AWAY stands for Art, Wine, Adventure, and You. Many of these adult programs are sophisticated and creative, while others provide sheer bliss amid towering forestry and still waters. A lot of our guests tell us that they found us by searching for “adult art classes near me”—and art certainly does play a significant role in the AWAY adult program. Here’s a taste of what to expect during your well-deserved midweek vacay to Woodloch Resort.

  • ART: You don’t have to be the next Pablo Picasso, Vincent van Gogh, or Andy Warhol to revel in the creative ambiance of our art classes for adults. Most of these adult classes involve painting, but we occasionally book photographers and sculptors. Two other types of artistic adult day programs that we offer is a mixology course as well as cooking demos. 
  • WINE: Whether you’re a self-described sommelier or just getting your vino-loving feet wet, you won’t soon forget the wine and chocolate pairing here at one of the only all-inclusive Poconos resorts. The back-to-the-basics wine tastings, meanwhile, are also a whirlwind of flavor and sophistication.
  • ADVENTURE: As you might expect, we offer countless outdoor adult day programs, including guided hikes, ziplining, ice skating, snowshoeing, and even paintball. All of these on-site activities provide an optimal level of adventure and exploration. Because we’re a four-season resort, the daily activities do depend on the season as well as the weather.
  • YOU: At the end of the day, the most critical letter in the AWAY program is you. Not only will you have exclusive access to all of the aforementioned adult day programs, but you can partake in everything else that we offer—from live music to an abundance of lakeside fun. We all need a healthy dose of me time periodically, and we couldn’t think of a better destination to recharge your batteries than right here in the glorious Pocono Mountains.

All-Inclusive Poconos Resorts for Couples

Most guests who enlist in our AWAY adult day programs are couples. And while that’s certainly not a requirement, many of these events are especially romantic. Don’t forget that our 1,800-acre campus is also home to a world-class Poconos spa: The Lodge at Woodloch. Spa treatments combined with fine dining at Tree Restaurant, nightly live performances, and AWAY programming sounds like an idyllic escape to us. Give our team a call today at 1-800-966-3562 to book a long-overdue romantic getaway!

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Large Family Reunion Rentals | An Autumn Getaway | Woodloch Resort

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An Autumn Get Together | Woodloch’s Large Family Reunion Rentals

As we approach yet another new decade, more and more groups are beginning to plan family reunions during the cooler seasons such as autumn and winter. It has become abundantly clear that summer is no longer the only season for a good, old-fashioned, family get together, especially if you’re aiming to gather in the breathtaking Pocono Mountains. Sifting through potential family reunion venues can be a dizzying, strenuous process. There are so many things to consider, including cost, location, activities, and entertainment. 

Luckily for you, Woodloch Resort’s well-priced large family reunion rentals are less than two hours from New York City. We were recently named the number one family resort in the country by USA Today, thanks in large part to our seemingly endless all-inclusive activities, events, and adventures. Woodloch also has world-class meeting facilities, spectacular catering services, and talented, detailed reunion planners.

Event Space and Group Coordination

Yes, Woodloch Springs is home to several large family reunion rentals near our championship golf course, but you won’t (and shouldn’t) be constricted to your overnight accommodation. We have an entire staff of dedicated specialists that help coordinate fully-customizable family reunions. While Woodloch Resort offers over 30 homegrown activities 365 days a year, we fully understand if your group prefers to stick together in a private setting. We have a wide variety of event spaces located throughout our 135-acre campus—these spaces are often utilized for structured team-building activities. Guests can either cook up a feast for the whole gang or let our talented culinary team treat them like royalty.

Homegrown, Group-Friendly Activities

Large Family Reunion Rentals

No two family reunions are the same. As we mentioned earlier, guests can choose between over 30 homegrown activities on any given day, including staff-led games, contests, and challenges. We’ve grouped together ten of our most popular group activities to provide you with a “taste” of what a long-overdue family reunion could look like here in the Poconos.

  1. Fall Olympics
  2. Scavenger hunt
  3. Bakery wars
  4. Woodloch Feud
  5. Broadway-style theme show
  6. Cooking class
  7. Forest bathing
  8. Indoor splash zone
  9. Cocktail reception
  10. Golf outing

Large Family Reunion Rentals

Large Family Reunion Rentals

In order to become one of the top-rated family reunion resorts in the U.S., you must provide your guests with a diverse array of overnight accommodations. Yes, our 135-acre campus has dozens of hotel-style guest rooms and suites, but don’t forget about Lake Estates, Southwoods, Tallwoods Vacation Rentals, and Woodloch Springs. All of these three-to-six bedroom family reunion vacation rentals can house a large portion of your group under one roof. These spacious modern rentals feature full kitchens, living rooms, awe-inspiring views, comfortable beds, and easy access to a plethora of homegrown activities.

To inquire about a potential Poconos family reunion, please call us today at 800-453-8263 (option #2), or fill out this form.

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The Case for a Vacation Home Rental | Woodloch Resort

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The Case for A Vacation Home Rental

There’s something to be said about the comfort of waking up on vacation or a getaway in a beautiful home as opposed to a standard rectangular box of a hotel room. Of course, you need the right situation to stay in a home and the home needs to suit the needs of your adventure.

We’re going to break down some of the positives of staying in a vacation rental home, and more specifically the value of staying under the umbrella of a resort, versus a hotel room and booking a home from a private owner directly.

HOME AWAY FROM HOME

No matter how hard a hotel tries to make those gray accent walls and square rooms cozy and homey, it will still have a synthetic, cookie-cutter vibe. Staying in a vacation rental, you’ll often feel like you’re staying comfortably in an old friend’s house where the personality of its owners shines through.

ACCOMMODATION DIVERSITY

Sure, a hotel room can have very nice decor, comfortable bedding, it’ll check all the amenity boxes you need, but a hotel room is a room, is a room, is a room. Private houses can offer so much more diversity. Diversity in style, design and of course decoration. You can go over the top and stay in the “home of your dreams” or you can try something a bit more unique, like a treehouse, or a boathouse.

AN EQUIPPED KITCHEN

Cook your own meals. This offers those with special dietary restrictions an ample opportunity to get away without the worry of relying on a commercial kitchen to get their issues managed properly. Little kids, picky eaters? Take care of them easily here before you take the group out to a restaurant.

IT’S ECONOMICAL

This is a great way to save money along the way. If relying on this kitchen to make your own meals, or just by splitting the cost between families or friends sharing the home, you can drive down the price pretty quickly.

GROUP TRAVEL & MULTIGENERATIONAL

There’s so much more opportunity to spend time together in a vacation rental. Instead of having to awkwardly sit on a couple of queen beds and a desk chair, private homes will often offer up a common room or more for gathering space and a chance to connect. These homes serve as a great way to keep the party going, or reconnect with the family, catch up with distant cousins, or get some extra teambuilding in for your business retreat.

STAYING AT A RESORT

You really can have the best of both worlds by staying in a vacation rental within the confines of a resort property. When you use a service like Airbnb or VRBO, there are a lot of unknowns to what you’re getting in to such as if you have to bring your own towels or sheets, what’s really stocked in the kitchen, and how much cleanup do I really have to do upon checking out? The resort option gives you the comfort of service, knowing someone responsive is on staff to help with your needs not to mention housekeeping on demand plus the added benefit of activity and action right at your fingertips.

As you can see there are a number of factors in the decision-making process of where to stay. If you looking for a place to get some extra face time with your family, friends or coworkers, if you need some flexibility and freedom in dining, if you want some extra space or something different, the vacation rental home might be the best money for value for you!

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Family Reunion – Plan a Family Reunion at Woodloch – Woodloch Resort

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Plan a Family Reunion at Woodloch

With summer just around the corner here in the awe-inspiring Pocono Mountains, it’s time to start planning a long overdue family reunion at Woodloch Resort, home to the most exciting weekend getaways in PA. Families from across North America choose Woodloch because of our all-inclusive packages, which include countless homegrown activities, delicious cuisine, nightly live entertainment, and immaculate accommodations. Let our friendly, professional staff plan nearly every detail of your family reunion. From personalized activities and group photos to customized hats and t-shirts, your family reunion is bound to go down as the best there’s ever been!

On-Site Activities

No two days are the same here at Woodloch Resort, thanks in large part to the fact that we provide families with dozens of on-site, homegrown activities. If you take a peek at our detailed activity sheet, you’ll quickly realize that there aren’t enough hours in the day to try everything. Spend your days go-carting, swimming, hiking, water skiing, and winning gold at the Summer Olympics before enjoying live entertainment from the East Coast’s most talented musicians, magicians, and comedians. Here’s a short list of our most popular activities that are ideal for any family reunion:

Woodloch Perks

Planning and executing a large family reunion is no simple task. Many reunions take years to plan, which is why the professional staff here at Woodloch Resort created all-inclusive American Plans years ago. You won’t have to stress about figuring out sleeping arrangements, making several meals, setting up games, and arranging off-site activities this year! Our American Plan includes 2-3 daily meals, scheduled activities, housekeeping, resort amenities, nightly entertainment, and so much more! We also have designated hospitality areas where the entire family can gather before or after exploring everything that we offer. Personalized items, activities, and events are available for a separate fee.

An All-Inclusive or Non-Traditional Family Reunion

Most families choose the all-inclusive American Plan, but we also offer non-traditional plans for those who wish to spend a little extra time customizing a flexible family reunion at nearby Woodloch Springs. Woodloch Springs is widely known for its 18-hole, championship golf course and its luxurious vacation rentals, which sleep anywhere from 6-12. Book as many houses as your group needs, which rest in close proximity of one another. You’ll be a short, two-and-a-half-mile drive from countless activities at our main property, but these vacation rentals offer families a little extra quiet time, seclusion, and space.

All vacation rentals are fully-equipped with gourmet kitchens, stone fireplaces, private decks, ample yard space, and laundry facilities. Your well-deserved Poconos getaway to the top-rated family resorts in PA is bound to be the reunion that you’ve been dreaming of for years! Give us a call today at 1-800-966-3562, or visit us online to book a summertime family reunion.

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