Honeymoon and romantic-stay planning at Skytop Lodge
Skytop Lodge is a historic mountain manor on 5,500 acres that works well for a honeymoon or romantic stay: choose a cottage or one of the Deluxe King rooms for private, classic lodging, reserve a romantic dinner at Windsor or Lakeview, and book The Nest spa and a couples activity in advance. Peak romantic seasons are fall for foliage and late spring–summer for lake and boating access.
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Choosing a room for a romantic stay
Skytop Lodge offers three room types by name: Cottage; Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Deluxe King); and Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Premium King). Cottages provide more separation from the main lodge while Deluxe King and Premium King rooms place you inside the manor.
If privacy and a porch or deck are important, request a Cottage when you book; if you prefer being in the historic main building with easier access to restaurants and The Nest spa, book a Deluxe King or Premium King.
- Cottage — 1 King Bed; more private, cottage-style setting (request specific cottage location at booking).
- Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Deluxe King) — classic guest-room layout in the Main Lodge.
- Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Premium King) — similar to Deluxe King with premium placement or views.
| Room type | Best for |
|---|---|
| Cottage | Privacy, porch/deck access, cottage feel |
| Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Deluxe King) | Historic lodge experience, close to dining |
| Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Premium King) | Upgraded in-lodge room, better views or placement |
Dining and romantic meals
Make reservations in advance — Windsor and Lakeview both require dinner reservations and maintain resort-casual dress codes. Windsor serves breakfast and dinner daily (published hours: 7:30–10:30 a.m. and 5:00–9:00 p.m.); Lakeview offers dinner with lake and golf-course views and is seasonal.
For a more casual evening, The Taproom is a brew-pub-style bar with an evening menu and The Library Lounge offers a quieter bar setting in the Main Lodge. Corner Roast and The Market handle coffee, pastries and casual treats during the day.
- Windsor — American restaurant (breakfast & dinner). Reservations required.
- Lakeview — Mediterranean/Italian-style dinner with views; reservations required; seasonal hours.
- The Taproom — casual brew-pub for lunches and evening meals; reservations required.
- Corner Roast & The Market — coffee, pastries, sandwiches and ice cream for daytime or casual snacks.
| Venue | Typical service |
|---|---|
| Windsor | Breakfast & dinner; refined American, reservations required |
| Lakeview | Dinner; Mediterranean/Italian, scenic views, reservations required |
| The Taproom | Casual meals and craft beers; pub atmosphere |
Spa treatments and quiet time
The Nest at Skytop Lodge (the property spa) is on the lodge’s upper floor and offers massages, facials, body treatments and wellbeing services; guests must be 18 or older to receive treatments. Book couples treatments or specific therapists ahead of arrival.
The hydro spa and dry sauna in the Aquatic Center are limited to guests 16 and older and the indoor pool and splash pad are open to all ages with adult supervision. Confirm reservations or pre-booking requirements for the Aquatic Center when you plan spa time.
- The Nest — full-service spa offering massages and specialty treatments (book in advance).
- Hydro spa & dry sauna — ages 16+ only (9:00 am–9:00 pm).
- Indoor pool & splash pad — open daily 9:00 am–9:00 pm for all ages with adult supervision; pool access may require pre-booking.
| Facility | Age policy / hours |
|---|---|
| The Nest spa | Guests receiving treatments must be 18+ (book ahead) |
| Hydro spa & dry sauna | Restricted to guests 16+; open 9:00 am–9:00 pm |
| Indoor pool & splash pad | Open daily 9:00 am–9:00 pm; all ages with adult supervision |
Activities for couples
Skytop Lodge runs a long list of on-site activities that are easy to pair into a romantic day: boating or kayaking on Skytop Lake, guided fly-fishing, a gentle hike on the 1.6-mile Lake Trail, or a round of golf on the 18-hole course. Many activities require a reservation or are limited to resort guests.
If you prefer low-key time together, plan an estate hayride, a history tour, or a late-afternoon walk on the gardens and paths around the lodge. Adventure options such as zip lines, the TreeTop Adventure ropes course, and paintball are available if you want something more active.
- Boating / kayaking on Skytop Lake (boat/kayak rentals are seasonal).
- Lake Trail — 1.6-mile loop for an easy lakeside walk.
- Golf — 18-hole historic course (observe course dress code).
- Adventure Center — zip lines, TreeTop Adventure ropes course; paintball and shooting sports available.
- Guided fly-fishing and on-site instruction for shooting sports.
| Activity | Good for |
|---|---|
| Kayaking / canoeing | Quiet lake time and shared paddling |
| Lake Trail hike | Short lakeside walk with views |
| Spa treatment + pool | Relaxing afternoon and evening |
| Zip line / ropes course | Adventurous couples |
When to visit and how to get there
Best months depend on what you want: fall (September–October) is the top choice for foliage and cool days; late spring through summer opens lakes, boating, and Wibit access; winter supports skiing, snow tubing and an ice rink on the Pavilion. Weather in each season can vary, so pack layers.
Driving is the most common way to reach Skytop Lodge; the property is about two hours from Philadelphia and Manhattan by car. The closest major airport is Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP), roughly a 40–50 minute drive; Lehigh Valley (ABE) is another option at about an hour.
- Fall (Sept–Oct) — peak foliage and comfortable daytime temperatures.
- Late spring–summer — lake beach, Wibit and boating typically available (seasonal hours apply).
- Winter — skiing, snow tubing and ice skating; expect cold and snow.
| Origin | Approximate drive time |
|---|---|
| Philadelphia | About 2 hours (by car) |
| Manhattan (NYC) | About 2 hours (by car) |
| Wilkes-Barre/Scranton (AVP) | Approximately 40–50 minutes by car |
Practical planning and policies
Check-in is guaranteed at 4:00 PM and check-out at 11:00 AM; guests must be 21 or older to check in and need a government-issued photo ID plus a major credit card. If you arrive early and your room isn’t ready, you may use public facilities like the pool or hiking trails while you wait.
A daily service charge covers amenities such as Wi‑Fi in rooms and public spaces, self parking and Aquatic Center access, but meals are not included and breakfast is available for a surcharge. Skytop maintains a no-pet policy, although service animals are allowed.
- Check-in: 4:00 PM; Check-out: 11:00 AM.
- Minimum check-in age: 21 (younger guests may check in with someone 21+).
- Daily service charge includes Wi‑Fi, parking, some activities; meals are à la carte.
- No-pet policy (service animals welcome).
| Policy | Detail |
|---|---|
| Check-in / Check-out | 4:00 PM / 11:00 AM |
| Age to check in | 21 years (accompanied younger guests allowed) |
| Pets | No pets allowed; service animals permitted |
