Margaritaville will open the first resort village in the Pocono Mountains on the former site of Pocono Manor
Excerpt from a press release:
Today, Margaritaville, a Jimmy Buffett-themed hotel company based in Orlando, Florida, announced that it will be building its first Margaritaville Resort Village in the Pocono Mountains. The year-round destination development will begin construction in 2023, with an expected opening in mid-2024.
Promising to bring “a whole new spirit to a timeless family destination” on the site of the former Pocono Manor in Monroe County near Mount Pocono (which burned down in 2019), guests will be able to choose between a Margaritaville Hotel, Camp Margaritaville RV Resort, Tiny Homes Bungalows and a winter experience.
“As the ultimate family destination for more than eight decades, the natural beauty of the Pocono Mountains has provided a retreat for those seeking fun, relaxation, and a backdrop of lakes and mountains. At Margaritaville, we are known for our sense of getting away from it all and we look forward to bringing our vacation lifestyle to the area with the first Margaritaville Resort Village,” said Jim Wiseman, President of Development at Margaritaville.
“With diverse places to stay, activities for all ages, and memorable experiences, we’re proud to bring new jobs to the community and welcome new visitors to our spirit.”
Features of the new Margaritaville Resort Village will include the Margaritaville Hotel Pocono Mountains, paying homage to the original Pocono Manor built in 1902 by offering wild gardens, unique restaurants, pools, countless activities and shows. The LandShark Bar & Grill, adjacent to the hotel, will offer beautiful bi-state views and epitomize Poconos charm.
Camp Margaritaville, the brand’s luxury camping and entertainment destination, will offer a variety of camping opportunities, such as super premium RV and RV sites and cabins, as well as a Margaritaville retail, Fins Up Fitness Center, Cheeseburger in Paradise Restaurant, Fin City Game Room and 5 O’Clock Somewhere Pool Bar. Additionally, the RV resort will have pickleball courts, a Parakeets Kids Club, and a Barkaritaville Dog Park. The highlight: RV suites with their own golf cart, covered charging station, hot tub, hammock, fire pit, Adirondack chairs, and covered “living room.”
Inspired by the historic rustic cabins found in the area, Tiny Homes Bungalows will have a cabin feel and boast stone fire pits and country patios, providing travelers with a mountain living vibe. For those looking for a “forever” vacation, Townhomes, within walking distance of the hotel, will provide all the necessary amenities for guests staying a week, month or longer. In addition, there will be approximately 1,000 “built-to-let” cabins in the village.
To embrace winter, dedicated attractions including the LandShark and License to Chill Ice Pond tube slide runs, complete with an ice cream bar and coffee and hot chocolate stand, will be perfect for families looking for fun. a bit of cold weather fun. Around the pond, a winter market will feature stalls and shops offering gifts, baked goods and crafts.
“Margaritaville and JEMB Realty have been great partners in Atlantic City since 2013 with Margaritaville Restaurant, 5 O’Clock Somewhere Bar and LandShark Bar & Grill on the beach at Resorts Casino & Hotel. We look forward to bringing the same energy and excitement to the Poconos,” said Morris Bailey, CEO and President of JEMB Realty Corporation.
Margaritaville, “a state of mind since 1977”, is a global lifestyle brand inspired by Jimmy Buffett, whose songs evoke a passion for tropical escape and relaxation. His most popular hits include the titular “Margaritaville”, “Come Monday”, “Fins”, “Volcano”, “A Pirate Looks at Forty”, “Cheeseburger in Paradise”, “Why Don’t We Get Drunk”, ” Changes in latitudes, changes in attitudes”, “It’s 5 o’clock somewhere” and “A port in particular”.
Margaritaville offers over 25 lodging locations and over 20 additional projects in the pipeline positioned in a variety of brands from full-service and boutique hotels, branded real estate for sale, upscale RV destinations range and gaming properties, all complemented by an extensive range of food and beverage concepts in more than 60 stand-alone and integrated dining locations.
Hotel brands include Margaritaville Hotels & Resorts, Compass by Margaritaville, Margaritaville Beach House, Margaritaville St. Somewhere, and all-inclusive Margaritaville Island Reserve Resorts. Branded real estate includes its active “55+” adult brand Latitude Margaritaville; Margaritaville Cottages, Villas and Residences; A particular port Margaritaville; and Margaritaville Vacation Club by Wyndham. The brand has grown further with the launch last year of Camp Margaritaville for its luxury RV destinations. Additionally, this month the brand will launch Margaritaville at Sea to support its first cruise ship.
More than 20 million travelers each year change latitude and attitude by visiting a place in Margaritaville. Consumers can also get away from it all every day with a collection of Margaritaville lifestyle products, including clothing, footwear, frozen concoction makers, home décor, a satellite radio station, and more.
