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Land with Home for Sale in Honesdale, Pennsylvania

2971 Lake Ariel Hwy, Honesdale, PA 18431

$795,000
12.1 acres
Active sale
ago
Est $4,882/mo

A truly extraordinary 4-bedroom, 4-bath residence on 12.1 secluded acres less than 10 minutes from downtown Honesdale, this remarkable property was built in 1969 as the personal residence of Morris Wilkins, the visionary founder of Cove Haven Resorts and one of the driving forces behind the Poconos becoming known as the Honeymoon Capital of the World. Wilkins introduced the iconic heart-shaped Sweetheart Tub in 1963 and later created the famous champagne-glass whirlpool bath, leaving an unmistakable mark on Pocono history. His own residence is every bit as unique as the legacy he created. Designed for entertaining on an impressive scale, this one-of-a-kind multilevel home offers multiple living, dining, sitting and gathering spaces, distinctive architectural details, brick fireplaces, abundant built-ins and an incredible indoor hot tub room with a 10-person hot tub. The spacious kitchen features an electric cooktop, double wall oven and plenty of room for preparing meals and entertaining, while the adjoining dining area and sunroom create even more space to gather. The sunroom also includes an additional electric cooktop, making it a wonderfully unique extension of the entertaining space. The private primary suite features a brick fireplace, extensive closet space and an impressive bath with granite, a large soaking tub and walk-in tile shower. Outside, enjoy a wonderfully secluded setting with a large deck, paved driveway and an expansive fire pit area with seating for 20 people. An attached 11/2-car garage adds convenience and storage. Currently operating as a successful short-term rental, this estate can be sold completely turnkey. It's ready to enjoy, entertain or continue as an income-producing retreat, this is an exceptionally rare opportunity to own a truly irreplaceable piece of Pocono history, filled with character, glamour and an atmosphere that simply cannot be recreated today.

4,468
Sq feet
4
Beds
3
Full baths
1
1/2 bath
1969
Built

Location

Street address
2971 Lake Ariel Hwy
Zip code
18431
School district
Wayne Highlands
Elevation
1,316 feet
Coordinates
41.5201, -75.2706

Directions

From Honesdale: Head toward Main St. Turn right onto Main St. Turn right onto 4th St/Sunrise Ave. Continue onto Erie St. Continue onto PA-191 S/Sunrise Ave. Continue to follow PA-191 S. Turn right. Arrive at 2971 Lake Ariel Hwy.

Property details

Acreage
12.1 acres
Zoning
Rural Development
MLS #
PWAR PW-263082
Posted

Property taxes

Recent
$9,840

Parcels

  • 05-0-0274-0059

Details and features

Listing

Type
Residential
Subtype
Single Family Residence
Franchise
RE/MAX International

Lot

Features
Private, Secluded, Views

Exterior

Parking
Driveway, Garage
Pool
Deck
Hot Tub
Yes
Features
Fire Pit, Private Yard

Structure

Style
Contemporary
Stories
1
Water
Well
Sewer
Septic Tank
Heating
Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump
Cooling
Central Air
Materials
Brick, Wood Siding
Roof
Rubber

Interior

Room Count
13
Rooms
Bathroom x 4, Bedroom x 4, Bonus Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry Room
Flooring
Carpet, Tile, Vinyl
Appliances
Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
Built-In Features, Double Vanity, Eat-In Kitchen, Granite Counters, Soaking Tub

Listing history

DateEventPriceChangeSource
Sept 3, 2026New listing$795,000PWAR
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This 12.1-acre property is located at 2971 Lake Ariel Hwy in Honesdale, PA 18431. The property is available for sale, priced at $795,000. It has a 4,468 square foot 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath house built in 1969.

Listed by RE/MAX Wayne, (570) 253-9566

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