Neighborhood Guide · Pike County, Pennsylvania
Living in Hemlock Farms.
A gated, four-season community in Lords Valley, Pike County, Pennsylvania, set on roughly 4,500 wooded acres with lakes, pools, the Steer Barn Clubhouse, and around-the-clock security.
Hemlock Farms at a Glance - Community Amenities
Lakes & Beaches
The community is built around 4 lakes, there are 3 swimming beaches with bathhouse areas
Indoor & Outdoor Pools
The Steer Barn Clubhouse offers indoor recreation, and seasonal outdoor pools, including the Fawn Hill Pool, are part of the community's shared amenities.
Tennis Courts
Tennis & pickleball courts; basketball courts and baseball field & several playground areas to mention just a few places to play.
Steer Barn Clubhouse & Fitness Center
The Steer Barn Clubhouse is the community's center, with a fitness center, community rooms, and indoor recreation for residents.
Fawn Hill Library
A community library gives residents a quiet place to read and study close to home.
24/7 Security & Public Safety
The association provides around-the-clock security and public safety, along with emergency services including EMS and a volunteer fire department.
Homes & Properties
Hemlock Farms is one of the larger communities in the area, spread across roughly 4,500 wooded acres in Pike County. With thousands of homes, there is plenty of variety in age, size, and style.
What really sets Hemlock Farms apart is the scale of the community and the number of amenities available to residents. With four lakes, swimming beaches, indoor and outdoor pools, a fitness center, and a wide range of recreational facilities, there is a lot within the community itself. Its size also means it’s worth exploring different parts of Hemlock Farms and considering how the amenities, rules, roads, and dues fit with what you’re looking for.
What Buyers Should Know
Buying in a private community is different from buying outside one. Beyond the house itself, you are buying into a set of shared roads, amenities, rules, and fees, so it pays to understand them before you make an offer.
Community dues
Association dues exist, and amounts vary from property to property. Confirm the current dues for the specific home you are considering with the Hemlock Farms Community Association.
Rules and regulations
The community maintains its own rules and regulations along with deed restrictions. These govern things like property use, rentals, and exterior changes, so it is worth reading them before you buy.
Gated access & security
Hemlock Farms is a gated community with around-the-clock security and public safety. Confirm how access works for residents and their guests.
Private roads
Roads inside the community are maintained by the community association rather than the township.
Shared amenities
The lakes, pools, courts, clubhouse, and other facilities are shared community amenities. Confirm how they are accessed and whether any fees apply.
Water & Septic
Community water system & Individual septic systems
Rental policies
Rental policies are set by the community association and can change. Verify the current policy directly with the association before relying on it.
Resale documents
Ask for and review the community's resale and disclosure documents before purchasing, and have your own advisors review them as well.
Hemlock Farms Community Association
1007 Hemlock Farms, Lords Valley, PA 18428
Hemlock Farms Community Association (hemlockfarms.org)
Use the association website to verify current dues, rules, rental policies, and amenities.
Location & What's Nearby
Hemlock Farms is in Lords Valley, in the Hawley area of Pike County, Pennsylvania, in the northeast corner of the Pocono Mountains. The community is within reach of the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area and the Delaware River, which bring hiking, canoeing, and large stretches of open space to the region.
Golf Nearby
Lords Valley Country Club is located within the gates of Hemlock Farms and features an 18-hole championship golf course. The country club is a separate, private membership club and is not included with Hemlock Farms Community Association membership.
The area is convenient to both New Jersey and New York, which makes it a practical option for weekend and second-home buyers. Because the community spans multiple townships, the school district that serves a property depends on its specific address.
The surrounding region is known for its outdoor recreation, and the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area is the anchor of that.
For information on the area, visit AroundHereGuide.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
What school district services Hemlock Farms?
Hemlock Farms is a very large community that spans multiple townships, so the school district depends on the specific address within the community. Depending on where a property sits, residents are served by one of three public school districts: the Wallenpaupack Area School District, the East Stroudsburg Area School District, or the Delaware Valley School District.
Because boundaries vary by street, it is worth confirming the district for the exact home you are considering.
How are the schools rated on GreatSchools?
GreatSchools provides independent school information and ratings based on factors including student progress, test scores, and college readiness. Ratings can change as new data becomes available.
Because Hemlock Farms spans three districts, the relevant ratings depend on the district that serves the specific address.
Wallenpaupack Area School District on GreatSchools
Are Short-Term Rentals allowed?
What are the HOA dues and or community fees?
Thinking About a Home in Hemlock Farms?
I work with buyers and sellers throughout Pike County and can help you understand not only the house, but the community that comes with it. If you're comparing Hemlock Farms with other communities in the Milford, Lords Valley, and Hawley area, I can help you understand the differences.
Jacqueline Kraszewski
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Pocono Real Estate
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