The Hollister House – Where nostalgia meets nature. Breathe deep. Stay awhile | House in Damascus

𝙒𝙚𝙡𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙃𝙤𝙡𝙡𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝙃𝙤𝙪𝙨𝙚 - 𝙏𝙪𝙘𝙠𝙚𝙙 𝙥𝙚𝙖𝙘𝙚𝙛𝙪𝙡𝙡𝙮 𝙖𝙡𝙤𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙗𝙖𝙣𝙠𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙃𝙤𝙡𝙡𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝘾𝙧𝙚𝙚𝙠, 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙗𝙚𝙖𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙛𝙪𝙡𝙡𝙮 𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙚𝙙 𝙝𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙞𝙨 𝙖 𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙛𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙗𝙡𝙚𝙣𝙙 𝙤𝙛 𝙫𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙜𝙚 𝙘𝙝𝙖𝙧𝙢 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙢𝙤𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙣 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙩. 𝙒𝙝𝙚𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧 𝙮𝙤𝙪’𝙧𝙚 𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙚𝙭𝙥𝙡𝙤𝙧𝙚 𝙡𝙤𝙘𝙖𝙡 𝙗𝙧𝙚𝙬𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨, 𝙬𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨, 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙝𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙞𝙘 𝙢𝙤𝙫𝙞𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙧, 𝙤𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙫𝙞𝙗𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙩 𝙛𝙖𝙧𝙢𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙢𝙖𝙧𝙠𝙚𝙩 𝙣𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙗𝙮, 𝙃𝙤𝙡𝙡𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝙃𝙤𝙪𝙨𝙚 𝙤𝙛𝙛𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙖 𝙨𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙚 𝙧𝙚𝙩𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩 𝙬𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚 𝙩𝙞𝙢𝙚 𝙨𝙡𝙤𝙬𝙨 𝙙𝙤𝙬𝙣. 𝙀𝙣𝙟𝙤𝙮 𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙘𝙤𝙛𝙛𝙚𝙚 𝙤𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙘𝙝, 𝙘𝙤𝙤𝙡 𝙤𝙛𝙛 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙘𝙧𝙚𝙚𝙠, 𝙨𝙥𝙤𝙩 𝙡𝙤𝙘𝙖𝙡 𝙬𝙞𝙡𝙙𝙡𝙞𝙛𝙚, 𝙤𝙧 𝙪𝙣𝙬𝙞𝙣𝙙 𝙗𝙮 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙛𝙞𝙧𝙚 𝙥𝙞𝙩 𝙪𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙧 𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙧𝙮 𝙨𝙠𝙞𝙚𝙨. 𝙋𝙞𝙘𝙠 𝙛𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙝 𝙛𝙡𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙛𝙧𝙤𝙢 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙜𝙖𝙧𝙙𝙚𝙣 𝙤𝙧 𝙨𝙞𝙢𝙥𝙡𝙮 𝙧𝙚𝙡𝙖𝙭—𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙞𝙨𝙣’𝙩 𝙟𝙪𝙨𝙩 𝙖 𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙮, 𝙞𝙩’𝙨 𝙬𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚 𝙢𝙚𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙢𝙖𝙙𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙨𝙝𝙖𝙧𝙚𝙙.
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲
This isn’t just a renovated house—it’s a place where new energy meets old soul. We believe what truly makes a house a home is the chance to make memories inside it. That’s exactly what this space was designed for.
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 - 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗳𝗼𝗿𝘁 + 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵
- Split A/C + Heat units throughout for full control over your comfort.
- Electric fireplaces in the game room and porch add warmth and ambience with just a button push.
- Roku Express on every TV—just log into your streaming accounts and binge away.
- High-speed WiFi to keep you connected whether working or relaxing.
- Multiple work-friendly spots including a designated desk, a sunny porch seat, and a coffee table that converts into a workspace.
𝗞𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗻: 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗰 (𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗻𝗮𝗰𝗸𝘀) 𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗻 - The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you need—and some fun extras! Cook on the propane stove and oven, or just heat leftovers in the microwave (no judgment, you’re on vacation!). Cleanup’s a breeze with the dishwasher, while the farmhouse sink and granite countertops add a touch of rustic elegance.
We’re gadget lovers, so expect vintage cabinets stocked with handy tools: crockpot, toaster oven, panini press, and yes, an electric s’mores maker. For your evening unwind, the porch bar cart is ready for mixing drinks as you watch the creek flow by.
𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝗺: 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝘇𝘆 - Designed for comfort and connection, the open floor plan flows effortlessly into the dining area—perfect for gathering, relaxing, and enjoying good company.
𝗚𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝗺 - 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻 𝗼𝗹𝗱-𝗳𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗴𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗻𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁?
- Karaoke setup with Bluetooth microphone and speaker
- Board games and puzzles—from classics like Uno and Jenga to Cards Against Humanity and trivia
- Coffee tables that open into a game table with cozy seating around an electric fireplace (don’t forget the s’mores maker!).
𝗕𝗲𝗱𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗺𝘀: 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘀 - 𝗘𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗯𝗲𝗱𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗺 𝗶𝘀 𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲:
- 𝗕𝗲𝗱𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗺 𝟭: King-sized bed with soft linens, Roku TV, and ample closet space
- 𝗕𝗲𝗱𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗺 𝟮: Queen-sized bed with plush lounge chair, Roku TV, and closet
- 𝗕𝗲𝗱𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗺 𝟯: Queen-sized bed with cozy chair, Roku TV, and closet
𝗕𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗺𝘀: 𝗣𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳
- First-floor bath has a walk-in rainfall shower with detachable head for a spa-like experience
- Second-floor bath features a tub with detachable shower head for soaking away the day
- Both stocked with shampoo, conditioner, body wash, soap, and toothpaste—no packing worries here!
𝗚𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 + 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝗱𝗼𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲𝘀 - You have full access to the entire house (excluding the basement and owners’ closets).
𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗲 𝗕𝗕𝗤 𝗔𝗿𝗲𝗮 - Propane BBQ Area - Just off the game room, a propane grill awaits your culinary skills with a full tank provided.
𝗕𝗕𝗤 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀:
- Don’t move the grill from its designated spot for safety.
- Fire extinguishers are located in the kitchen and game room.
- Please turn off the BBQ properly and cover only once cooled.
𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 - 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗲𝗻𝗷𝗼𝘆 𝗛𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝘀𝗮𝗳𝗲𝗹𝘆:
- Enter only at the marked access point
- No diving or jumping
- Wear protective footwear as rocks can be slippery
- Children must be supervised with proper safety gear (the current can be strong)
- Some yard areas are roped off for safety and off-limits
- The land across the creek is private—please respect neighbors
𝗙𝗶𝗿𝗲 𝗣𝗶𝘁 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀
- Fire extinguishers in kitchen and game room
- Water tank nearby for emergencies
- Only burn firewood—no trash or accelerants
- Never leave fire unattended
- Chairs stored under porch—please don’t move the fire pit
Garden + Fresh Flowers - We’re cultivating a garden for guests to enjoy! Feel free to pick a few sunflowers when available—a little piece of nature to take with you.
𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗗𝗼 𝗡𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗗𝗮𝗺𝗮𝘀𝗰𝘂𝘀, 𝗣𝗔 Nestled in the scenic Pocono Mountains, Damascus offers a peaceful retreat with plenty of nearby towns to explore. Whether you’re into go-karting, horseback riding, hiking, or local shops and eateries, there’s something for everyone. Our welcome book will provide a full list of favorite spots and activities.
𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗼𝗼𝗻 𝗩𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗴𝗲, 𝗡𝗬 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗗𝗮𝗺𝗮𝘀𝗰𝘂𝘀: 𝗟𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝟱 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗲𝘀 (~𝟭𝟬 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗲𝘀) (across the New York border) A quaint town on the banks of the Delaware River, Callicoon offers local shops, cafes, and a vibrant farmer’s market every Sunday. It’s perfect for exploring on foot, and you’ll find breweries, wineries, and a historic movie theater still in operation. The Callicoon Theater is a must-visit for movie lovers! The town is also buzzing with upcoming attractions, like a new bowling alley opening soon. There’s truly something for everyone in Callicoon!
𝗡𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘀𝗯𝘂𝗿𝗴, 𝗡𝗬 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗗𝗮𝗺𝗮𝘀𝗰𝘂𝘀: 𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝟱 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗲𝘀 (~𝟭𝟬 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗲𝘀) north (across the New York border): This small town along the Delaware River is perfect for a relaxing day trip. Narrowsburg has art galleries, antique shops, and cozy spots for a meal. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy kayaking, fishing, and taking in river views. Lander’s River Trips in Narrowsburg offers tubing rentals for fun days on the Delaware River!
𝗕𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗹, 𝗡𝗬 - 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗗𝗮𝗺𝗮𝘀𝗰𝘂𝘀: 𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝟭𝟱 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗲𝘀 (~𝟮𝟬 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗲𝘀): Home to the famous Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, this town hosts amazing concerts and events throughout the year, making it a popular destination for music lovers and history buffs alike.
𝗕𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗶𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻... 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗮𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗥𝘂𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗼𝘄.
𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗶𝗿𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁:
- You are 21 years of age or older and are legally able to enter into this agreement
- You are booking this stay on behalf of yourself
𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗿𝗱 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗶𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗻𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗼𝘃𝗮𝗹 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘆.
𝗛𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗥𝘂𝗹𝗲𝘀
𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲 - 𝗛𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗮 𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗲 𝗮𝘀𝗸 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘄𝗲 𝗱𝗼.
- Guests are responsible for any damages (stains, breaks, misplacements, etc.) and any missing items or tech—we keep a full inventory, which is checked and documented before and after each stay.
- Security cameras are located in the driveway and facing the creek (no indoor cameras).
Tampering will result in immediate removal without refund. By booking, you acknowledge and agree to their presence.
These help keep the space relaxing for you, our neighbors, and future guests:
- No parties, large gatherings, or unregistered guests - If you’d like to add or update any registered guests on your reservation, please let us know—we’re happy to help!
Visitors are welcome, but you will be held responsible for any damages caused by them, and the house rules apply to them as well. Any fines or damage fees caused by your visitors will be your responsibility.
- Quiet Hours: 11:00 PM – 8:00 AM - Let’s keep things peaceful and restful for all
- Pets are not allowed unless they are certified service animals, in which case an additional fee will apply. Please inform us in advance if this applies to your stay.
- No drug use, smoking, or vaping inside the home - Smoking is only allowed outside in the designated area. Please use the ashtray provided. Evidence of indoor smoking will result in a $250 cleaning fee
- No commercial photography or video shoots without express written permission. Just message us ahead of time if you have something in mind.
- Please do not move furniture or décor – It’s all been thoughtfully arranged, and shifting things may scratch or damage the floors.
- No RVs, ATVs, or commercial vehicles allowed onsite or parked on the property.

The Hollister House – Where nostalgia meets nature Breathe deep Stay awhile is located in Damascus. The Hollister House – Where nostalgia meets nature Breathe deep Stay awhile provides accommodation, featuring Sports/Activities, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Internet, among other amenities. This House features Sports/Activities, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Internet, to make your stay a comfortable one.

The Hollister House – Where nostalgia meets nature Breathe deep Stay awhile has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 6 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Damascus has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Damascus, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.