The people behind Ridge & Kin
Hosted personally by Valerie & Derek
Welcome to our home! We’re Valerie and Derek — two friendly Superhosts here to help host your stay. We’re dog lovers, frequent travelers, and enjoy making sure your stay is a five-star experience.
We take pride in our Airbnb homes and put a lot of detail into making sure you have a luxurious, clean, and relaxing stay while you’re in town. Please reach out if you have any questions!
A little about us
- Live in East Stroudsburg, PA
- Kiwi the Cockapoo is our unofficial mascot
- Spend too much time: pickleball, planning ski trips
- Always wanted to go: Iceland, Mauritius, and of course Bali
- Identity verified · Superhost since 2018
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What guests say about us, specifically.
Communication
“Valerie and Derek were great hosts! Very responsive and understanding. The house is peaceful, well stocked, and beautiful.”
Adina
Recent guest
Attention to detail
“The owners have done a superb job with designing every space — vibrant paint, classic albums to play, a foosball game, popcorn maker, the large fireplace. The decor has very cool touches.”
David
Recent guest
Thoughtfulness
“The host was incredibly responsive and so helpful, especially during the big snowstorm. They kindly allowed us to extend our stay so we could travel safely. Beautifully decorated, cozy, and thoughtfully designed.”
Pei Pei
Recent guest
Hospitality
“Valerie & Derek were amazing hosts. Their home was beautiful, cozy, clean, and perfect for our stay. They were so kind, communicative, and thoughtful from start to finish.”
M & J
Recent guest
Family-friendly
“We had such a wonderful time at Valerie and Derek’s beautiful home! Our 4 year old is already asking if we could go back. Communication was friendly and helpful.”
Alessandra
Recent guest
Worth the trip
“We have stayed at many Poconos cabins and this is the best by a mile. Valerie and Derek are responsive, thoughtful, and clearly care about every guest.”
Katurah
Edison, NJ
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