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Our Story
A Trip Down Memory Lane
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Our Story
A Trip Down Memory Lane
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Our Story
A Trip Down Memory Lane

History

Our History through the years

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1958

Morris B. Wilkins and Harold O'Brien purchase Hotel Pocopaupac (18 rooms) on Lake Wallenpaupack.

The Resort's name is changed to Cove Haven Resort. It is the flagship property, currently with 256 unique suites and a vast array of indoor & outdoor facilities.

Pocono Palace, Cove Pocono Resorts, Lovers Getaway

1963

Wilkins introduces the heart-shaped "Sweetheart Tub" at Cove Haven Resort.

This amenity has since been copied by many other resorts worldwide and is now a very popular feature throughout the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania.

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1969

Lum’s Corporation of Florida contacts Morris expressing interest in purchasing Cove Haven Resort.

At the time they are also negotiating the purchase of Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. That deal is finalized in September of 1969. Cove Haven Resort will follow on October 24.

Honeymoon couple enjoying rose petals at Cove Pocono Resorts

1971

Paradise Stream Resort in Mt. Pocono, PA is purchased in January.

Life Magazine features the heart-shaped tub at Cove Haven Resort in a feature article about the opening of Interstate 80 which helps to solidify the Pocono Mountains as "The Honeymoon Capital of the World."

Garden of Eden Apple,  heart-shaped red whirlpool

1972

Paradise Stream Resort introduces the Garden of Eden Apple accommodation, featuring the in-suites swimming pool.

Now more than 50 percent of the total accommodations (600 suites) include heated private pools.

Pocono Palace Resort exterior view at night

1976

Pocono Palace Resort is purchased

This resort features a nine-hole golf course and is located on Echo Lake in Marshalls Creek, PA. A 32,000 sq. foot sporting complex, the Arena, is added to the property, greatly expanding the resort's available amenities.

4-level suite, Champagne Tower Suite, Cove Pocono Resorts, Cove Haven

1984

Wilkins introduces the 7-foot-tall Champagne Glass Whirlpool Bath-for-Two at Cove Haven Resort

After launching the champagne glass suite, interest in the accommodation became so great that potential guests have to register on a one year reservations waiting list. More than 30 years later, the 7-foot-tall Champagne Glass Whirlpool Bath-for-Two has become an icon in the resort's advertising efforts. The suites are currently available at all three Pocono Mountain Resorts properties.

4-level suite, Champagne Tower Suite, Cove Pocono Resorts, Cove Haven

1991

The Roman Towers suite premieres at Pocono Palace Resort and includes a patented 7-foot-tall Champagne Glass Whirlpool Bath-for-Two
Aerial view of lake & area by the Paradise Stream Resort

2001

Paradise Stream Resort celebrates its 30th anniversary

2003

Cove Haven Resort celebrates its 45th anniversary
Cove Pocono Resorts lovers getaway

2006

Pocono Palace Resort celebrates its 30th anniversary.
Creating a Summer Bucket List for Couples

2007

Ultimate Adventures activities include Get Wet—white-water rafting, canoeing and kayaking, Adrenaline

—the chance to ride in a stockcar going 160 mph around Pocono Raceway (and the chance to take the wheel yourself) and Frozen Fundra—exciting winter activities like snowmobiling, snowshoeing, ice skating and cross country skiing. The Blush Bed—a round pillow-top king-size bed with satin stripe sheets is introduced.

Pocono Palace, Cove Pocono Resorts, Lovers Getaway

2008

Cove Pocono Resorts celebrates its 50th anniversary
Land of Love, Cove Pocono Resorts, Couple Getaway

2010

Caesars Pocono Resorts changed its name to Cove Pocono Resorts

The decision to change the name was done for a simple reason—the original Cove Haven Resort was the name that started it all, for the region and the company over 50 years ago.