Things to Do

Enjoy a Dog Friendly Vacation in the Poconos

It’s not impawsible to take a trip with your pet. For a dog-friendly vacation, high-tail it to the Poconos. With an abundance of open spaces to explore and waterways for splashing around, there are plenty of things for you to enjoy together. Pupgrade your dog-friendly vacation in the Poconos with a stay at The Settlers Inn. …

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8 Unique Places to Go Antiquing in Hawley

Modern day treasure hunters are often armed with comfortable shoes and an appreciation for all things old rather than shovel and pickaxe. If exploring the recesses of comfortably cluttered shops and digging deep into stacks of nostalgia are your favorite pastime, you’ll want to discover these 8 places to go antiquing in Hawley. Many are …

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4 Gardens in the Poconos to Visit

You don’t have to be a budding gardener to gain inspiration and appreciation with these four gardens in the Poconos to visit. They are varied in appearance and style, but all provide a lovely way to spend the day in the Pocono Mountains. Spend some time outdoors with a stroll in these natural spaces that …

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canoeing on a river on a sunny day

Plan a Poconos Road Trip

There’s never been a better time to plan a Poconos road trip. A two-hour drive takes you from the heart of Manhattan to the scenic and serene setting of the Delaware Highlands. This day trip will allow you to get away but still maintain social distancing guidelines. But there’s no need to rush. Take your …

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Christmas in Pennsylvania

Candlelight Christmas is a Hallmark of the Holiday Season in Northeast PA

There are few places where the spirit of Christmas is tangible. For over 30 years, Candlelight Christmas at The Settlers Inn has been a hallmark of the holiday season in Northeast PA. Guests eagerly anticipate its arrival, which this year is set for December 1-3. Decking the Halls Founder Jeanne Genzlinger attributes the event’s popularity to the Inn’s obsessive …

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forest trail in fall

On the Trail of History in Hawley

A bridge to the past. A link for the present. A vision for the future. The recently opened Hawley Trail is many things. Most importantly, it’s a key component to a 5.5-mile trail system that will stretch from Palmyra Township through The Settlers Inn property, around Hawley and on to Lake Wallenpaupack. The Settlers Inn …

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Storytelling Dinner and Annual Pumpkin Carving night

The Settlers Inn Storytelling Dinner Is a Fall Favorite

Storytelling Dinner is a signature event at The Settlers Inn. For one weekend at the end of October, a horde of hand-carved jack-o-lanterns illuminates the Inn. Founder Grant Genzlinger is our carver-in-chief who leads the team that creates a menagerie of characters each year. We talked to Grant about the event’s beginnings and asked him to shed …

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Man with beard and his small yellow dog enjoying mountain sunset and looking at the distance. He is waring black backpack and black sport sweater.

9 Unique Ways to View Fall Foliage in the Poconos

When you visit the Pocono Mountains during September and October, you’re surrounded by brilliant fall colors at every turn. But to truly experience how spectacular the season is, we’ve come up with eight unique ways to view fall foliage in the Poconos. The Settlers Inn is nestled in the heart of the Pocono Mountains. Book a stay …

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river at settlers inn

It’s Time for the Harvest Festival at Bethel Woods

The hills around Bethel Woods Center for the Arts do not go silent when summer fades. Instead, the historic site turns its attention to the talents of the area’s artisans, crafters and  specialty businesses. The Annual Harvest Festival at Bethel Woods takes place every Sunday from August 27 through October 1. The event features over 80 vendors and is …

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Garden with chairs and wine

How to Make the Most of Your Pocono Mountains Getaway

Yoga. Wine tastings. Garden tours. Canal walks. It’s all at your doorstep when you stay at The Settlers Inn. Our new Resort Calendar boasts four seasons of activities, entertainment and events offered daily at each Settlers Hospitality property in Hawley. You can take advantage of it all on your next Pocono Mountains getaway, because it’s included in …

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