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3 bedrooms, free WiFi
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 595 sq m

Popular amenities

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  • DryerDryerDryer

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Mount Gretna, PA
  • Popular LocationGretna Theatre6 min walk
  • Popular LocationMt. Gretna Lake & Beach14 min walk
  • Popular LocationMount Hope Estate & Winery7 min drive
  • AirportHarrisburg, PA (MDT-Harrisburg Intl.)30 min drive

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About the area

Lebanon

Heart of Lebanon.Within a 15-minute walk of the cottage, you'll find Gretna Theatre and Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach. Also, Clarence Schock Memorial Park at Governor Dick is within 2 miles (3 km) and Mount Hope Estate & Winery is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Gretna Theatre - 6 min walk
  • Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach - 14 min walk
  • Mount Hope Estate & Winery - 7 min drive
  • Spooky Nook Sports - 24 min drive
  • Hersheypark - 29 min drive

Getting around

  • Elizabethtown Station - 21 min drive
  • Lancaster, PA (LNS) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 10 min drive
  • Starbucks - 10 min drive
  • Panera Bread - 11 min drive
  • McDonald's - 16 min drive
  • Jersey Mike's - 10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

🎶 Listen to Concerts from Screened in Porch! Mount Gretna's Coolest Cottage

2024 has been named, “the Year of the Arts for Mount Gretna” – book your next getaway now! Summer vacation destinations don't get much better. With acres of wooded trails, a beautiful lake and beach, infamous, living room-style, wrap around porches --- amusement parks, museums, antique shopping, and fairgrounds all close by, Mount Gretna, Pennsylvania provides you, your family, and friends the ideal location for entertainment and relaxation.

IDEAL LOCATION! Under 30 minutes to Spooky Nook Sports Complex in Manheim, Hershey Park & Chocolate World, PA Renaissance Faire & Mount Hope Winery, Lebanon Expo Center, Lancaster’s Outlet Shopping, and Amish Country. Harrisburg's Farm Show Complex & Expo Center only 45 minutes away!

WHAT PEOPLE LOVE! ❤ Here’s what guests say they love most about this cottage:

● Screened-in front porch with hanging lights, cushioned chairs, and swing! Relax outside listening to summer music concerts from your porch!
● Gas woodstove
● FREE INTERNET / WIFI
● Extra-large flat-screen TVs with cable
● DOG FRIENDLY! Dog crates, bed, pillows, blankets, toys, and water/food dishes provided for use by your furry friend during their stay!
● CENTRAL AIR

🗝 COTTAGE DETAILS AND AMENITIES:

KITCHEN – Eat-in kitchen with white farmhouse sink, brand new countertops, slim stove/oven, and microwave. Fully-stocked with Keurig coffee machine, dish sets, silverware, pots and pans, cups, wine glasses, mugs, pitchers, pantry items – everything needed to prepare meals at the cottage. A modern, stainless steel mini refrigerator and freezer, as well as an additional mini refrigerator provide ample space for your grocery items. The expandable dining table has room for everyone to sit together. Access to finished basement, back patio, and front porch.

LAUNDRY – Full-size, front-load LG washer, dryer, and utility sink in finished basement.

LIVING ROOM – Cozy living room off the kitchen provides a great place to relax with a mounted flat-screen TV with cable, comfortable seating and two sets of double doors leading onto the screened-in front porch.

BEDROOMS –
Bedroom 1: 2nd floor Master bedroom with king size sleep number bed, ceiling fan, hardwood flooring, and built-in cabinetry walls
Bedroom 2: 2nd floor bedroom with full size murphy (pull-down) bed, ceiling fan, hardwood flooring. Please note, this bedroom is not fully private. You must go through this bedroom to access Master bedroom.
Bedroom 3: Private area in finished basement with comfortable, double size futon, large flat-screen TV, woodstove

BATHROOMS –
Bathroom 1: Full bathroom on 2nd floor with skylight, claw foot bathtub and shower combination, toilet, and vanity
Bathroom 2: Half bathroom with toilet and vanity in finished basement

WIFI - FREE HIGH-SPEED INTERNET / WIFI!

WOODSTOVE – Available from October through April, please enjoy the indoor gas woodstove in the finished basement.

BOOKING – 2-night minimum. 10% discount for stays 7+ nights!

FREE PARKING! Just a short walk from the cottage.

PLEASE NOTE... Dog Friendly! ($75 additional charge). Bed sheets, towels & paper products are NOT provided. Pillows and blankets are provided.

Absolutely no smoking or campfires. All open flame outdoor burning is prohibited except in an approved grill for purposes of cooking. Charging of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) or plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) at the cottage is not allowed.

Quiet Hours of 10 PM to 7 AM (Monday – Thursday), and 11 PM to 7 AM (Friday and Saturday) strictly enforced. All of Sunday is a “quiet day.” This cottage is in Mount Gretna Campmeeting. Additional Rules & Regulations apply.

RESTAURANTS & ATTRACTIONS – Within walking distance to the area’s eateries: Porch & Pantry, Mount Gretna's Pizzeria, Hide-A-Way Restaurant, Tavern & Deck for dinner or a night-cap, Timbers Restaurant and Dinner Theatre for a show and the award-winning Jigger Shop Ice Cream Parlor for a sweet treat.

Enjoy nature and some of Mount Gretna, Pennsylvania’s many activities and attractions: Hiking and Biking on the Lebanon Valley Rail Trail, Roller-skating, Miniature Golf, Governor Dick Observation Tower, Library, two Playgrounds, Antique Shop, Church, Tennis (please contact Penn Realty for tennis court passes), Horseback Riding Trails, Bird Watching & Wildlife Viewing, Cross-Country Skiing, Hunting, Mountain Climbing, Bouldering, Basketball & more.

MOUNT GRETNA LAKE & BEACH: Opening for the season May 25, 2024! Eight miles of beach and mountain stream-fed lake featuring swimming with floating docks, over-water swings, kayak, canoe, tube & beach chair rentals, play area and snack bar. Beach access not included with cottage rental. The Lake is a popular attraction and has a daily capacity limit. To ensure access during your stay, PURCHASE TICKETS IN ADVANCE ON THEIR WEBSITE! mtgretnalake.com

MOUNT GRETNA THEATRE: America’s oldest summer theatre since 1927! Historic, open-air playhouse offering outdoor theatrical productions, musical events, and children's and family programming. gretnatheatre.org
A VERY EXCITING LINEUP FOR THE 2024 SEASON!
“The Greatest Love for Whitney – A Whitney Houston Tribute” – May 30 – June 2
“Burt & Me” – June 20 – 23
“Chess In Concert” – July 11 – 20
“Every Brillant Thing” – August 1 – 4
“Great Balls of Fire” - August 22 - 25

CICADA FESTIVAL: “Music in the Mountains!” Save the dates for the 2024 season! August 5 – 8, 12 & 13, 2024.

50TH ANNUAL MOUNT GRETNA OUTDOOR ART SHOW ~ August 17 & 18, 2024 ~ Surround yourself with art under the trees of old Chautauqua! Considered one of the best shows in the country! Masters in painting, pottery, metalwork, photography, jewelry making, carpentry and more all come together to offer one-of-a-kind, hand-crafted items. Awarded Sunshine Magazine’s “200 Best” for more than a decade and ranked a top tourist event in Lebanon County, Pennsylvania. mtgretnaarts.com

Have you hugged your dog today?

Property manager

Penn Realty, LTD

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sun loungers

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Pets stay free
  • 2 total pets

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Tennis on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Basketball nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1020 sq ft (95 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Note from host: PET FRIENDLY - Pets allowed and welcomed!

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

🎶 Listen to Concerts from Screened in Porch! Mount Gretna's Coolest Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patricia E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cottage
Cozy cottage in a lovely setting. Loved our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Escape
We loved our stay! The space is beautifully decorated and colorful. The porch was very relaxing and peaceful. It was a perfect location to stay with the family. It is close to all attractions including the PA Renaissance Faire, Hershey, and Dutch Wonderland. The campground is gorgeous! We would stay there again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Close to Everything
We either walked or had a very short drive everywhere. Walked our dogs and rode bikes on the Lebanon Valley Rail Trail, took a drive to Troeg’s Brewery and enjoyed relaxing on the screened porch. A very pleasant experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful weekend in Mt Gretna
Very clean & neat; delightfully decorated. Good location. A little surprised about having to bring our own supplies, but that was my fault for nor reading the instructions from Penn Realty.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique neighborhood
Second time staying with 100 year old tiny cottage. Interior was clean. Air not stale. New nice windows. Shower in claw foot tub was new experience that I found a bit unsafe, slippery and no bars or anything to hold. There’s a fire station very close by and very loud alarms go off at any time. We did like this cute neighborhood and walking was fun. Lots of stray cats adorn the area and we saw kittens too. Probably not great for the environment, yet sure fun to see. Historic church tabernacle with entertainment too. Great restaurant the Hideaway in walking distance is a must.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Matthew D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage
Great place and community, it was a cool adventure!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
Enjoyed everything about this cozy cottage. So quiet and peaceful but close enough to Hershey!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
We had a great stay in Mt. Gretna. The cottage is adorable and impeccably clean. The new murphy bed in the adjoining upstairs bedroom works like a charm and is very convenient. The property owners/management company were 100 percent responsive with the few questions we had before our visit. We had no need to contact anyone while there as everything was exactly as it was supposed to be. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Raymond D.

Recommend
The house is very nice and updated. If u have problems with steps and getting in and out of a old iron tub beware. Would highly recommended. The real estate company did not respond to us as we needed to stay a few extra days and on VRBO it was available. Stayed at another residence without all the fees. Great. Location. Only one of 4 remotes had batteries in them. The porch area and back could have been cleaned up. The chairs by fire pit rotten. Overall I still would recommend and hopefully the Penn Reality who lists through VRBO takes care of these issues. To nice a property to not be perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ray T., Fountain Hills

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful community
It was amazing to walk through the paths and see all of the houses with amazing porches and friendly faces. The drive into and out of Mt Gretna is spectacular. Road lined trees with the sun peering through left me in awe every time. Great restaurants within a few minutes walk.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2023