Lake Wynonah brings convenience to private lakeside living
Located in the Auburn borough of Schuylkill County, Lake Winonah is a gated community where privacy and outdoor adventures shape everyday life. “You’re on busy Route 183, and then all of a sudden you pull into this neighborhood, and you’re taken by surprise when you see two beautiful lakes,” says Meg Wagner, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker Realty who has owned property here since 2021. “People are driving golf carts, deer are roaming, and you can see the mountains, fields and farms on the outskirts.” Lake Wynonah has both permanent and seasonal residents who enjoy parks, a clubhouse and events. With Pottsville and Schuylkill Haven within 10 miles, locals can quickly reach commercial development while living in a secluded community.
Small suburban lots and spacious lakeside properties
Homes in Lake Wynonah are primarily single-family residences with architecture ranging from modest ranch-style houses and Cape Cods to New Traditional builds. Inland properties on quiet suburban streets typically sell between $200,000 and $400,000, while waterfront homes on Fawn Lake command prices from $300,000 to $500,000. The most expensive listings sit along Lake Wynonah and often feature private docks, expansive yards, porches and fire pits. These prices can range from $700,000 to $1 million. Residents pay around $1,500 annually in HOA fees. The community has 24/7 security, and the CAP Index Crime Score is 1 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4.
Residents-only athletic facilities and water sports
Recreation centers around Fawn Lake and Lake Winonah. “One of the biggest draws to live here is that the public can’t come to the lakes; it’s completely private,” Wagner says. Residents kayak and swim on Fawn Lake, and Lake Winonah is fully recreational, allowing motorboats and water sports. Both reservoirs are stocked for fishing, as well. A marina and smaller boat launches are available for those without property on the water. Lake Wynonah also has numerous amenities on land for residents, including a pool with a snack bar and tennis and pickleball courts. The Grove is a park area with basketball courts, picnic tables and a playground. The Hidden Valley Golf Course, open to the public, is 8 miles away. The neighborhood is 25 miles from State Game Lands for hunting.
Two school districts in the community
Children in the western half of Lake Wynonah attend Blue Mountain schools, where students have a virtual academy option. Children on the east side go to Schuylkill Haven Area schools. This district offers the Schuylkill Technology Center for career and technical education. Both districts earn B ratings from Niche.
Social events and hobby groups offer year-round fun
Lake Wynonah holds plenty of events to bring residents together. “There’s a ton of community involvement, like fishing rodeos and trivia nights at the Lodge,” Wagner says. Clubs cater to various interests, ranging from book and photography groups to fish and boat clubs. There are also annual traditions, like the Leap in the Lake polar plunge for Make-A-Wish America. Each October, the Fall Fest at The Grove is one of the largest celebrations with activities for children and a chili cookoff. Holiday celebrations include a turkey trot, trunk-or-treating and egg hunts.
A few local eateries, and most stores are miles away
Apart from the Lodge, a community clubhouse that serves dinner on the weekends, residents find dining options outside the gates. On state Route 183, Summit View Restaurant serves a variety of entrées, from steak to seafood, and Southside Grill is a more casual spot with live music and a tiki bar. Suglia’s Pizza in Schuylkill Haven delivers to Lake Winonah. Sunny Cupboard is a bakery and deli just outside the neighborhood that sells some groceries and quick essentials, though most shopping options are farther away. “It may seem like you’d have to drive for a while to get places, but you’re within 10 to 25 minutes of everything,” Wagner says. A Giant grocery store and Boyer’s Food Market are 10 miles away in Schuylkill Haven, and the nearest Walmart is 15 miles away in St. Clair.
One major thoroughfare and access to health care
Pennsylvania Route 183 heads toward Pottsville and the closest hospital, 12 miles north, and Reading, 30 miles southeast. Within the community, locals often get around by boat or golf cart. Schuylkill Haven has an Amtrak station within 8 miles, and Harrisburg International Airport is the nearest hub for commercial travel, 55 miles away.
