540 Pleasant Mount Drive, Forest City, PA 18421

$834,900
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 7 Baths: 6 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 506,167 Status: Active
Current Price: $834,900 List Date: 5/24/2026 Last Modified: 9/13/2026

Overview

Description

Welcome to this quiet, waterfront, scenic, Pocono-adjacent mountain region known for premier skiing, four-season recreation, and private vacation living. Set on 11.62 secluded acres, this extraordinary 7-bedroom, 5.5-bath lakefront estate features a 5-acre private stocked lake, floating dock, heated in-ground pool, gazebo, barn, and sweeping mountain views. With nearly 3,500 square feet and resort-style amenities throughout, the property is perfectly suited for a luxury short-term rental, multi-generational retreat, or exceptional second home. Tucked along a quiet country road in Wayne County, the home blends historic farmhouse character with modern upgrades and high-end finishes, including marble countertops, Brazilian cherry hardwood floors, mahogany flooring, slate, tile, and a dramatic stone fireplace. Recent improvements include a new roof, newly paved circular driveway, and new pool heater. The flexible layout offers seven true bedrooms, five full baths, expansive gathering ...

Listing Details MLS# SC-262400

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total
7
Rooms Total
12
Bathrooms Total
6
Bathrooms Full
5
Bathrooms Half
Yes
Above Grade Finished Area
3018
Below Grade Finished Area
466
Living Area
3484
Enhanced Accessible
No
Year Built
1900
Year Built Source
Estimated
New Construction YN
No
Garage YN
No
Lot Size Acres
11.62
Lot Size Dimensions
680x427x904x930
Association YN
No
Waterfront YN
Yes
Basement YN
Yes
Stories
2
Fireplace YN
Yes
Auction YN
No
List Price/SqFt
239.64

Property Features

Appliances: Dishwasher; Electric Range; Microwave; Refrigerator Architectural Style: Farm House Attic Features: Pull Down Stairs; Storage Basement: Finished Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding Cooling: Ductless Current Financing: Conventional Current Use: Recreational Electric: 200+ Amp Service Exterior Features: Boat Slip; Dock; Lighting; Private Yard Flooring: Hardwood; Tile Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter Heating: Fireplace(s); Hot Water; Oil; Wood Stove Interior Features: Natural Woodwork Laundry Features: Laundry Room Levels: Two Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan Lot Features: Pond On Lot; Private Parking Features: Driveway; Off Street; Oversized Patio And Porch Features: Deck; Rear Porch Pool Features: Fenced; Heated; In Ground; Pool Cover Road Surface Type: Paved Roof: Asphalt; Composition; Shingle Security Features: Security System Sewer: Septic Tank Utilities: Cable Connected; Electricity Connected; Propane View: Hills; Lake; Mountain(s); Panoramic; Pool Water Source: Well Waterfront Features: Lake Showing Requirements: Email Listing Agent; Showing Service; Text Listing Agent Room Types: Bathroom 1; Bathroom 2; Bathroom 3; Bathroom 4; Bathroom 6; Bedroom; Bedroom 1; Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Bedroom 4; Bedroom 5; Bedroom 6; Bonus Room; Den; Kitchen; Laundry; Living Room; Primary Bathroom

Contract Information

Listing Contract Date
2026-05-17
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Agreement
Exclusive Right To Sell
Owner Name
Spano James

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number
540
Street Name
Pleasant Mount
Street Suffix
Drive
State
PA
Postal Code
18421
County
Wayne

Remarks and Miscellaneous

Public Remarks
Welcome to this quiet, waterfront, scenic, Pocono-adjacent mountain region known for premier skiing, four-season recreation, and private vacation living. Set on 11.62 secluded acres, this extraordinary 7-bedroom, 5.5-bath lakefront estate features a 5-acre private stocked lake, floating dock, heated in-ground pool, gazebo, barn, and sweeping mountain views. With nearly 3,500 square feet and resort-style amenities throughout, the property is perfectly suited for a luxury short-term rental, multi-generational retreat, or exceptional second home. Tucked along a quiet country road in Wayne County, the home blends historic farmhouse character with modern upgrades and high-end finishes, including marble countertops, Brazilian cherry hardwood floors, mahogany flooring, slate, tile, and a dramatic stone fireplace. Recent improvements include a new roof, newly paved circular driveway, and new pool heater. The flexible layout offers seven true bedrooms, five full baths, expansive gathering areas, a second-floor family room, den with fireplace, bonus room, and a finished walk-out basement with a full bath and poolside access, creating an ideal setup for entertaining, retreats, or Airbnb/VRBO functionality. Outside is where the property truly stands apart. The private lake is stocked with walleye, striped bass, largemouth bass, yellow perch, and three species of catfish, and includes a professional aeration system and oversized floating dock for fishing, kayaking, and small boating. Additional features include a fenced heated pool, lakeview balcony, patios, decks, circular paved driveway, and a large detached barn for storage, recreation, or workshop use. Located under 20 minutes from Elk Mountain Ski Resort and close to hiking, boating, rail trails, and the Delaware River, this property offers a rare combination of privacy, recreation, and income potential in Northeastern Pennsylvania.

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp
2026-07-29T03:09:55Z
Major Change Type
Price Reduced
Price Change Timestamp
2026-07-29T03:09:55Z
Status Change Timestamp
2026-05-24

More Information

Fireplace Features

Fireplaces Total
Yes

Road Frontage Type

Road Frontage Length
680

Room Types

Bathroom 1 Level
Main
Bathroom 2 Level
Main
Bathroom 3 Level
Second
Bathroom 4 Level
Basement
Bathroom 6 Level
Second
Bedroom Level
Second
Bedroom 1 Level
Main
Bedroom 2 Level
Main
Bedroom 3 Level
Second
Bedroom 4 Level
Second
Bedroom 5 Level
Second
Bedroom 6 Level
Second
Bonus Room Level
Basement
Den Level
Second
Kitchen Level
Main
Laundry Level
First
Living Room Level
Main
Primary Bathroom Level
Second

Room Information

Room Name Level Length Width
Bathroom 1 Main 87.00 68.00
Bathroom 2 Main 1111.00 73.00
Bathroom 3 Second 88.00 85.00
Bathroom 4 Basement 511.00 107.00
Primary Bathroom Second 93.00 156.00
Bedroom 1 Main 128.00 118.00
Bedroom 2 Main 169.00 119.00
Bedroom 3 Second 235.00 127.00
Bedroom 4 Second 97.00 68.00
Bedroom 5 Second 10.00 151.00
Bedroom 6 Second 102.00 115.00
Bedroom Second 121.00 1111.00
Bonus Room Basement 228.00 107.00
Den Second 234.00 16.00
Kitchen Main 1112.00 1511.00
Living Room Main 235.00 319.00
Laundry First 87.00 47.00
Bathroom 6 Second 36.00 31.00
Listing Office: Christian Saunders Real Estate
Last Updated: September - 13 - 2026
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.