$536,000
About this home
Secluded log cabin retreat on 6.08 wooded acres in Hickory Run Forest, just minutes from downtown Jim Thorpe and the PA Turnpike. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home showcases timeless craftsmanship with hand-hewn log construction, vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, tongue-and-groove pine walls, and a dramatic floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace. A loft overlooks the great room, offering flexible space for guests, a home office, or a third sleeping area. The walk-out basement with propane fireplace provides additional utility, recreation, or storage. The property's true highlight is the 60x40 Amish-built detached garage/workshop, valued at over $200K. Built with extraordinary craftsmanship, it features three oversized bays, full concrete flooring, built-in workbenches, kitchenette, utility sink, professional lighting, and a finished lofted entertainment space. This versatile structure is ideal for contractors, car enthusiasts, collectors, or creative pursuits. Adding to the value, Hickory Run Forest permits short-term rentals (STRs), with community approval and subject to a 10% cap—an exceptional opportunity for those seeking investment potential alongside personal use. With 11 additional parcels included in the sale, this property ensures privacy, future flexibility, and long-term appeal. Whether a full-time residence, weekend retreat, or income-producing asset, 15 Locust Drive represents the very best of log cabin living in the Pocono Mountains.
Highlights
Property details
- MLS #
- PM-136271
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Subdivision
- Hickory Run Forest
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 86
- On market date
- June 30, 2026
- Stories
- N/A
- Total bathrooms
- 2
- Garage spaces
- 8
- Parking spaces
- 14
- Lot size
- 6.08 acres
Location
Get directions →Nearby schools
Within 10 miles · public school directory data (NCES)
- Enrollment
- 585
- Student:teacher ratio
- 11.5:1
- District
- Jim Thorpe Area SD
- Enrollment
- 885
- Student:teacher ratio
- 10.2:1
- District
- Pleasant Valley SD
- Enrollment
- 23
- Student:teacher ratio
- 3.3:1
- District
- Youth Forestry Camp #2
Walkability
Blended score for Jim Thorpe's center: EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) combined with nearby-amenity density. 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).
Market position
How this listing compares to current activity in Jim Thorpe, from live MLS data.
Mortgage calculator
Estimate only - actual rate and payment depend on your lender, credit, and loan program.
Adjust tax / insurance estimates
Similar homes you might like
Data source: Listing information provided by Pocono Mountains Association of REALTORS® via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated June 30, 2026.
Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.