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Eagles Mere, Pennsylvania
Tucked Around a Pretty Lake in a Scenic Mountain Setting, Little Eagles Mere is Popular with Tourists and Retirees
The little village of Eagles Mere is snuggled around Eagles Mere Lake in the unspoiled Endlesss Mountains of northeastern Pennsylvania and started as a family resort in the 1800s. Even with its remote location, it is a popular vacation and retirement destination.
Nearly the entire town - 234 buildings - is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and beautiful Victorian, Queen Anne and Prairie School "cottages" built by the original families still stand. Non-residential historic structures include the Eagles Mere Inn (1887), the Sweet Shop (1885) and at least two Catholic and Episcopal churches. The country club boasts an 18 hole golf course while the lake has a boathouse and a small boat marina. Residents (and tourists) enjoy two summer antique shows, a fall arts and craft show and summer theater productions courtesy of the Eagles Mere Friends of the Arts group. There are several museums, a bookstore, an art gallery, a bank and a handful of restaurants, one of which is in a bed and breakfast and another in the Eagles Mere Inn.
Non-historic homes range from ranch ramblers and cabins to modern Colonials. The majority are tucked in the woods. Most services are provided by the county, and further supplies are found in neighboring villages.
Eagles Mere has just 155 residents, with 60% age 45 or better. The population numbers rise and fall but as many people live here now as did 25 years ago. Nearly 80% of residents hold a four-year college degree.
The cost of living is 10% above the national average, and the median home price is around $500,000, though prices vary widely due to the limited housing stock. Real estate prices have remained steady from a year ago.
Summers are cool, with temperatures in the 70s and 80s, while winters are cold, with temperatures in the teens through 30s. The town averages 45 inches of rain and 68 inches of snow each year. The elevation is 2,061 feet above sea level.
There is no local hospital but Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital is in Towanda, about 30 miles away. A small medical center operates eight miles away in LaPorte.
Eagles Mere does not have public transit or public library. Crime is below the national average, and politics lean to the right.
Although the nearest interstate highway is 24 miles away, Eagles Mere's population swells to around 3,000 every summer.
The Endless Mountains region of Pennsylvania, located in the north-central part of the state, is known for its rolling hills, dense forests, and unspoiled natural beauty.
Stretching across Bradford, Sullivan, Susquehanna, and Wyoming counties, the area is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy hiking, fishing, hunting, camping, and exploring scenic byways.
Small towns and villages are scattered throughout, offering a quiet, rural lifestyle with historic charm and a strong sense of community. The area also features state parks, covered bridges, and panoramic overlooks that highlight the region’s nickname.
For retirees and those seeking a slower pace, the Endless Mountains provide a peaceful setting away from the bustle of cities, while still being within reach of larger towns like Williamsport, Binghamton, or Scranton for services and amenities.
Pennsylvania is considered tax-friendly for retirement.
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