Located in the town of Overfield, Pennsylvania, Lake Winola is a trout-stocked fish lake overseen by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission. The lake, which features a fishing pier, is also a popular spot for bass fishing, and includes a boat launch for recreational boating. The lake is also located right at the Scranton Canoe Golf Course and club. For those looking to visit the area, there are several accommodations in neighboring towns.
Located just 18 minutes from Lake Winola, Pennsylvania is the Inn at Nichols Village. Advertised on its website as a "boutique-style hotel," the inn features an on-site spa and was even voted as the best hotel in the region three years running -- 2007,2008 and 2009 -- by the local Abington Journal. The inn is located under half a mile from the Abington Shopping Center, and within walking distance of several chain eating establishments, including Burger King and Domino's Pizza. Amenities at the inn include a heated indoor swimming pool, an on-site fitness facility, a private Jacuzzi tub and an on-site restaurant, Bazil Ristorante Italiano, an upscale Italian eatery that offers catering.
The Ramada, situated just over 20 minutes from Lake Winola, offers the amenities of standard hotel chains at affordable rates. A family-owned hotel, it features amenities such as a heated, indoor swimming pool and two on-site restaurants, Damon's Grill, which serves up traditional American fare and also offers a club atmosphere at night, and Sidney's Lounge, open on weekend evenings except for Sunday. The hotel is also situated close to several historic sites, including the Steamtown National Historic Site, just seven miles away, and the Lackawanna Coal Mine, a touring facility just eight miles away. The hotel also has an on-site game room and convenience store.
Also located approximately 20 minutes from Lake Winola is the Comfort Inn. A pet-friendly facility, it offers an on-site restaurant, Bennigan's Grill and Tavern, and is within nine miles of three area colleges: the University of Scranton, located six miles from the hotel; Lackawanna College, just seven miles from the inn; and Keystone College, located only nine miles away. For extended stays, the hotel offers refrigerator rentals, and there are several restaurants within walking distance, including Friendly's and J. J. Bridges, a kid-friendly, causal eatery. The hotel is also located just 14 miles from Elk Mountain, a 27-trail ski resort.
The Econolodge Clarks Summit is a motel-style facility that is only 20 minutes from Lake Winola. This two-story facility offers 32 rooms, many of which have a balcony. Patrons can stay on site for a meal at the Gourmet Family Restaurant, and there are several restaurants just minutes away, including chain favorites such as Olive Garden, Red Lobster and the Waffle House, all located within under half a mile of the hotel. The hotel is also located within walking distance to Abington Park, a local recreational area, and only six miles from the Lahey Family Fun Park, which offers batting cages, bumper cars and other kid-friendly entertainment.
