In this episode of the series, Avery Carl is joined by STS agent Trysten Hunt for the show’s first deep dive into the Poconos market.. They break down what areas actually count as “the Poconos,” why it’s a strong year-round drive-to market for NYC, Philly, and New Jersey guests, and how performance varies between ski-centric and lake-centric submarkets. The conversation covers what to buy (price points, bedroom counts, cabins vs. traditional homes, and ski-adjacent condos), must-have amenities like hot tubs, and costly mistakes investors make by ignoring distance to attractions, township rules, HOA restrictions, and septic-driven occupancy limits.

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For more information on how to get into short term rentals, read Avery’s books:

Smarter Short Term Rentals - Buy it on Amazon
Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth: Your Guide to Analyzing, Buying, and Managing Vacation Properties – Buy it on Amazon

• (00:00:00) - Short Term Shop Poconos
• (00:00:23) - Short Term Rentals in the Poconos
• (00:00:49) - The Poconos: How many New Yorkers visit the Pocon
• (00:02:41) - The Poconos: Year-Round Vacation
• (00:09:15) - Home Location in the Poconos
• (00:10:57) - Can You Buy a Home With a Lakefront?
• (00:12:44) - Short Term Rentals: Areas to Consider, Townships
• (00:16:07) - What Types of Homes Can You Rent in the Poconos?
• (00:17:49) - What Do You Have to Spend to Get Into the Poconos
• (00:19:29) - Do We Need All the Amenities in Our Homes?
• (00:21:26) - Living in the Poconos: Snow and Trails
• (00:25:40) - Should You Buy a Short-Term Rentation Property?
• (00:28:52) - Poconos Real Estate: The Biggest Mistake
• (00:30:42) - Poconos Real Estate: Buying a Home in the P
• (00:32:26) - Short Term Rentals in the Poconos

In this episode, Avery is joined by Luke Carl, Trysten Hunt and property manager Stephen Bolt to break down exactly what it takes to successfully self-manage a short-term rental in the Pocono Mountains. The conversation covers Poconos-specific management realities like extreme winter weather and snow removal planning, seasonality tied to ski and summer demand, expense control through fixed-rate snow and utility contracts. They also share practical setup tips—from towel and linen inventory to flooring, deep cleans, and mini-split HVAC pitfalls—that can make or break guest experience and profitability.

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The Short Term Shop - https://theshorttermshop.com/
https://stsplus.com/
Follow Avery Carl on Instagram
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Check out the Short Term Shop on YouTube

For more information on how to get into short term rentals, read Avery’s books:

Smarter Short Term Rentals - Buy it on Amazon
Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth: Your Guide to Analyzing, Buying, and Managing Vacation Properties – Buy it on Amazon

• (00:00:03) - Short Term Rent: The Poconos
• (00:00:56) - Poconos Lodging Company Interview
• (00:01:59) - How to Manage a Short Term Rental in the Pocono
• (00:02:36) - What Is The Weather In Burlington?
• (00:04:18) - Winter and Summer seasonality at Ski Areas
• (00:06:22) - Winter Weather: How Do We Manage Snow?
• (00:12:42) - Winter Storms and Utility Bills: Fix Your Expenses
• (00:14:40) - What Are We Need To Know For Our Property?
• (00:15:14) - How To Store Linens & Towels For Guests!
• (00:19:21) - How to schedule a deep clean on a property
• (00:22:04) - Airbnb: The Tech Stack of Our Homes
• (00:25:59) - What Software Do We Need For Short Term Rentals?
• (00:32:59) - Short Term Renting in the Poconos
• (00:40:32) - The $15,000 Master bedroom
• (00:41:00) - No Central Air Conditioning
• (00:42:42) - Do Mini Split Units Work?
• (00:46:23) - 5 Tips Before Buying a Short Term Rentation Home in the
• (00:47:41) - The Perfect Vacation Rental Agent For The Poconos

In this episode, Avery Carl is joined by Trysten Hunt and Rachel Gniady of STR Insights to break down income trends and performance data for short-term rentals in the Pocono Mountains. Rachel explains why the Poconos operate as a large, drivable legacy vacation market with strong demand from nearby metro areas and purchase prices that remain below national averages. The conversation covers which communities and property types perform best, highlighting lake access, resort amenities, and the advantage of going either small (one- to two-bedroom) or large (four-plus bedrooms) rather than getting squeezed in the middle. The episode wraps with a data-backed outlook showing steady year-over-year growth in ADR, occupancy, and RevPAR, positioning the Poconos as a stable, growing market for investors.

Connect with an agent: agents@theshorttermshop.com

Connect with us:

The Short Term Shop - https://theshorttermshop.com/
https://stsplus.com/
Follow Avery Carl on Instagram
Follow Avery Carl on TikTok
Join the Short Term Shop Facebook group
Check out the Short Term Shop on YouTube

For more information on how to get into short term rentals, read Avery’s books:

Smarter Short Term Rentals - Buy it on Amazon
Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth: Your Guide to Analyzing, Buying, and Managing Vacation Properties – Buy it on Amazon

• (00:00:02) - How to Invest in Short Term Rentals in the Pocono Mountains
• (00:01:32) - The Poconos
• (00:06:32) - Are there any higher incomes in the Poconos?
• (00:11:13) - Poconos vs. Smokies: Attracting Guests
• (00:14:15) - Poconos Real Estate: Bedroom Count
• (00:21:08) - Buying a Poconos Home With a Lakefront
• (00:22:32) - The Poconos Real Estate: Four Bed Homes
• (00:23:54) - Poconos Real Estate: Growth and stability
• (00:30:14) - Short Term Sales: How to Start Shopping