150+ Years of Blakeslee Roots — Your Pocono Experts
Pocono Properties Rentals & Sales is a proudly woman-owned, mother-daughter real estate brokerage with roots deeper in Blakeslee, PA than almost anyone. Our family has called the Pocono Mountains home for over 150 years — five generations of love for this land, this community, and these mountains.
When you work with us, you're not just hiring a real estate agent — you're partnering with women who were born and raised here, who know every backroad, every community, every season, and every secret the Poconos has to offer.
Years in Blakeslee
Generation Pocono Natives
Woman-Owned & Operated
Communities We Know Cold
Mother & Daughter. Born & Raised Here.
Two generations of Pocono passion — one unstoppable team.
Mackenzie Seitz & Kara Sincavage — Mother & Daughter, 5 Generations in Blakeslee
Kara Sincavage
Founder & Owner · 4th Generation Native
Kara is a 56-year native of Blakeslee and a proud 4th generation member of a family that has lived, worked, and thrived in the Pocono Mountains for over 150 years. Born and raised in the shadow of the mountains she loves, Kara brings an unmatched depth of local knowledge to every transaction. She knows these communities not just as a real estate professional — but as a neighbor, a community member, and a lifelong steward of this beautiful region.
Kara is the CEO & Founder of SINC Construction and POCONOA-FRAME™ — www.poconoaframe.com — building state-of-the-art full-time and investment homes in the western Poconos: Pocono Lake, Pocono Pines, Long Pond, Blakeslee, Lake Harmony, and Albrightsville.
She is also the CEO & Founder of POCONO TOURISM™ — www.poconotourism.com — promoting direct bookings, linking guests with homeowners and property managers, saving everyone 10–30% per booking, and telling everyone where to go for FREE in the Poconos to hike, bike, fish and see what the Poconos has to offer outside.
And the CEO & Founder of POCONO STR™ — www.poconostr.com — helping all Pocono STR owners and investors throughout the Poconos, and linking people looking to buy with realtors, property managers, contractors & vendors — everything you need to know when owning an investment home in the Poconos.
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Mackenzie Seitz
Broker of Record · 5th Generation Native
Mackenzie is a 26-year native of Blakeslee and the 5th generation of her family to call the Pocono Mountains home. Raised here by her mother Kara, she grew up understanding the rhythms of the mountains — the ski seasons, the lake summers, the crisp fall foliage. Her fresh perspective and digital-native marketing skills complement perfectly with the deep family roots she carries into every client relationship.
Mackenzie is also a Certified Helicopter Flight Instructor at Hi-Tech Helicopters Inc in Tobyhanna, PA. On September 14, 2026, at just 26 years old, she became the youngest female pilot on record to ferry a helicopter from Torrance, CA to the Poconos of PA.
If you ever dreamed of flying a helicopter, text Pilot Diamond at 570-580-4354 or visit www.FlyAHeli.com
She is also the Helicopter Tour Pilot for PoconoHelitours.com — See Poconos Like No Other! Choose from 20, 30, 45 & 60 minute tours, or a custom tour to fly over a home or property you're interested in buying.
Text Pilot Diamond at 570-982-5931 to book a tour. FALL FOLIAGE TOUR SEASON!
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Our 150-Year Pocono Story
Our family's story in Blakeslee spans five generations and over 150 years. Long before the Pocono Mountains became one of the Northeast's most beloved destinations, our ancestors were building their lives, their homes, and their legacy right here in Monroe County.
That history isn't just a talking point — it's woven into who we are. We know these mountains in a way that no out-of-area agent ever could. We know which communities flood in spring. We know where the best hiking trails are. We know the HOA boards, the local contractors, the seasonal rhythms, and the investment opportunities before they hit the market.
As a 100% woman-owned and operated brokerage, we bring a relationship-first approach to every client we serve. We don't chase transactions — we build trust. Many of our clients become lifelong friends, returning to us year after year as their Pocono real estate needs evolve.
SINC Construction — Built for Short-Term Rental Success
Beyond real estate sales, Kara and Mackenzie also own and operate SINC Construction — a woman-owned and operated construction company specializing in short-term rental investment homesin the Pocono Mountains.
Whether you're building a new Airbnb-ready A-frame cabin, renovating an existing vacation property, or converting a home for maximum short-term rental income, SINC Construction brings the same family-rooted expertise and attention to detail that defines everything we do.
This unique combination — real estate brokerage and construction company under one family roof — means we can guide investors all the way from finding the right land or property to delivering a move-in ready, guest-ready, revenue-generating vacation rental.
What SINC Construction Offers
New Build A-Frame Cabins
Custom designed for maximum vacation rental revenue
STR Renovation & Conversion
Turn any property into a guest-ready income generator
Pocono-Specific Expertise
Built for mountain climate, regulations & rental standards
Full Investment Packages
Buy the land, build the cabin, list it — we do it all
Woman-Owned & Operated
Same family values, same commitment to excellence
Why Clients Choose Us
Born & Raised Locals
5 generations in Blakeslee — nobody knows the Poconos like we do.
Mother & Daughter Team
A personal, relationship-first approach in everything we do.
Real Estate + Construction
Unique one-stop-shop for investors: buy, build, and earn.
STR Investment Experts
We know which communities cash-flow and which ones to avoid.
Zero Pressure, All Heart
We work for you — not the commission. Always.
Always Accessible
Call, text, email — we respond fast and keep you informed.
Visit Our Office
Office Address
5626 Route 115, Blakeslee, PA 18610
Phone
(570) 606-4111Office Hours
By Appointment
PA Licensed Real Estate Brokerage #RB068457
Equal Housing Opportunity · Woman-Owned Business
Talk to Kara or Mackenzie
Have questions? We'd love to connect — no pressure, just honest local guidance.
Live · Invest · Enjoy the Poconos
What Our Pocono Clients Say
5.0 Average Rating · 200+ Reviews
Pocono Properties helped us find our dream lakefront home in Lake Naomi. Their knowledge of the community, HOA rules, and investment potential was invaluable. We couldn't have done it without them!
Michael & Sarah K.
Buyer — Lake Naomi
I needed to sell my vacation home in Arrowhead Lake quickly. Their marketing strategy got us multiple offers in the first week, and we sold 8% above asking price. Incredible team!
Jennifer R.
Seller — Arrowhead Lake
We were looking for an Airbnb investment property in the Poconos. The team at Pocono Properties guided us to the perfect community with great rental income potential. Our property is already cash-flow positive!
David & Lisa T.
Investor — Split Rock
After relocating from NYC, I was overwhelmed by the Pocono market. Pocono Properties walked me through every community, explained the STR rules, and found us the perfect family home in Tobyhanna.
Robert M.
Relocation — Tobyhanna
The free home valuation was spot on. They provided a detailed market analysis and sold our Saw Creek home for top dollar. Professional, responsive, and truly local experts.
Amanda & Chris P.
Seller — Saw Creek Estates
Bought my first vacation cabin through Pocono Properties. They negotiated hard and saved me $15,000 off the asking price. These agents truly work for their clients.
Daniel S.
Buyer — Towamensing Trails
Ready to Buy, Sell or Invest in the Pocono Mountains?
Contact Pocono Properties Rentals & Sales today for expert guidance on Pocono Mountain real estate. Whether you're buying your dream home, selling for top dollar, or investing in vacation rentals — we're here to help.
(570) 606-4111 · pocprop@gmail.com · By Appointment