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8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

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  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
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Mount Gretna, PA
  • Popular LocationGretna Theatre8 min walk
  • Popular LocationMt. Gretna Lake & Beach16 min walk
  • Popular LocationMount Hope Estate & Winery7 min drive
  • AirportHarrisburg, PA (MDT-Harrisburg Intl.)30 min drive

Space details

4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 6
123 sq m
Bedroom 1
    1 double bed
Bedroom 2
    1 double bed
Bedroom 3
    1 double bed
Bedroom 4
    1 twin/single bed
Bathroom 1
    Bathtub/shower combo
Bathroom 2
    No shower or bathtub

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About the area

Lebanon

City center stay.Stay at this Lebanon cottage and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Gretna Theatre and 2 miles (3 km) of 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).
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What's nearby

  • Gretna Theatre - 8 min walk
  • Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach - 16 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 - 11 min drive
  • Panera Bread - 11 min drive
  • McDonald's - 17 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.

Wake at the Lake! Spend Mornings in Woods, Afternoons at Beach, Nights on Porch

Lake hair don't care.

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:

● Very large front porch with rocking chairs, cushioned wicker furniture, and outdoor dining table
● Gas grill - BBQ outside!
● Window Air Conditioning units (Master Bedroom, Sunroom & Living Room), ceiling fans
● FREE INTERNET / WIFI!
● Free, off-street parking for 2 cars

🗝 COTTAGE DETAILS AND AMENITIES:

KITCHEN – Galley kitchen completely stocked with dish sets, cooking utensils, cups, mugs, flatware, pots & pans, and appliances: stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, toaster, and 12-cup coffee maker - all that you need to prepare meals for the family. Opens into separate dining room and overlooks air-conditioned sunroom with additional dining table and access to back patio with gas (propane) grill/BBQ!

DINING ROOM – Separate dining room off the kitchen features lots of windows, an extra-large dining table and direct access to an outdoor dining table on the front porch through a double set of screen doors.

LAUNDRY – Full-size, modern stackable washer and dryer in sunroom.

LIVING ROOM – Cozy living room with bay window provides space to relax with cable TV and a DVD player, stereo, telephone with long-distance phone service, a fireplace and window air conditioning unit. Front door leads to porch.

BEDROOMS –
Bedroom 1: 2nd floor Master bedroom with double size bed, dresser, and window air conditioning unit.
Bedroom 2: 2nd floor bedroom with double size bed and dresser.
Bedroom 3: 2nd floor bedroom with double size bed and dresser.
Bedroom 4: 2nd floor bedroom with single size bed, dresser, access to 2nd floor balcony, and half bathroom.

BATHROOMS –
Bathroom 1: Full bathroom on 2nd floor with clawfoot bathtub and shower combination, toilet, and vanity
Bathroom 2: Half bathroom on 2nd floor (in Bedroom 4) with toilet and vanity

FIREPLACE – Available in October only, please enjoy the indoor wood burning fireplace in the living room.

WIFI – FREE HIGH-SPEED INTERNET / WIFI!

FREE PARKING! Free, off-street parking at the cottage for two (2) cars.

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

PLEASE NOTE... 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

Stay Awhile at Linger Long! The Lebanon Daily News reported in 1892, “...Chautauqua and Campmeeting are occupied by persons who love to linger around the pleasant scenes of this delightful place and to drink in all that is to be seen and heard." Perhaps this is where the name, "Linger Long," came from, for you are sure to want to stay awhile too.

Property manager

Penn Realty, LTD

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options
  • Free offsite parking
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished patio
  • Gas grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

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
  • Golfing on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Recycling
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Unit size: 1319 sq ft (123 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Wake at the Lake! Spend Mornings in Woods, Afternoons at Beach, Nights on Porch Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 18 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shelby T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful getaway for the week
We came for the renfaire nearby and found ourselves just as entranced and entertained by the cabin we stayed in! Definitely going to be one we come back to later
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Ellen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cottage
Cottage was beautiful and had all the charm of historical mount Gretna cottages. It was a great location too! Our only complaint was how limited supplies and things were…there were no linens (towels, sheets, pillow cases, etc) or basic supplies like toilet paper or paper towels. They did make sure we knew that prior to arriving and it was clearly outlined! Unfortunately, it just adds stress to find a store in that area and buy all of those things while you’re on vacation. I offered to donate all the things we had purchased but was denied...we didn’t have room in our suitcases so we had to throw it all away. I am sure there is a reason for it but that would be my only suggestion to make the stay more accommodating. Everything else there was great and we love mount Gretna!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Z., Tomball, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Mt Gretna was great
The cottage and the area was so charming. Frank was so helpful. I would definitely like to go back and explore the area more.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Getaway
Always a pleasure to stay in Mount Gretna. Cottage was spacious and the host was very pleasant. Loved sitting on the porch in the mornings watching the squirrels and listening to the birds. Cottage has everything you need for your stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

Liked: Cleanliness
glimpse into gretna
It is very much a family summer cottage, and that is part of its charm. The porch is gracious and comfortable, the bedrooms too. The cottage is quite dark (for those who may not be familiar with Mt. Gretna cottages!) because the walls are original wood and the whole place is surrounded with trees. There is little overhead lighting, so be warned! However, the cottage is well equipped with modern electronics and conveniences. The small kitchen has no counter space, so probably don't plan big baking projects here! It's a lovely place for enjoying the woods, sitting on the porch listening to the woodthrushes and katydids, and enjoying and all the charms that Mt. Gretna has to offer. I was particularly delighted to find traces here of Lena, a childhood friend of my grandmother's in the 1920s, in a couple of framed photographs and a commemorative plate - evidence of the cottage's long personal history! Don't come expecting slick modern comfort and fixtures - relax and enjoy a very individualized family space. It's a lovely place for a getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Linger Long
Cozy location--large enough to give each family member his own room-quiet, relaxing neighborhood in which we enjoyed taking walks and sitting on the porch for meals
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Authentic Mount Gretna
Great place to enjoy all that is Mount Gretna.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Celia T., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay!
Cottage is adorable and, yes, old! But that is part of the experience, if you are going to rent in this location check out the history of it. Location was easy to find, all instructions very clear and helpful. Cottage was well stocked with pretty much everything we needed. Enjoyed sitting on the porch, and walking around seeing everyone else's porches and gardens and how they were decorated. Played some mini-golf and went for bike rides. Quiet weekend, very relaxing. Front bedroom without the window AC could use a new mattress, since people are paying for a place to sleep, I think the comfort of the sleeping accommodations is pretty important.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nostalgic Cottage
Our family of four enjoyed our visit during our daughters National Dance Challenge at Hershey Lodge, since it was only 25 min away. It reminded me of my childhood in Maine, so peaceful! And we loved sitting on the Victoria, wrap around porch. I would definitely visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

MICHELLE B., Bowling Green KY

Front Porch relaxing in historic home
The neighborhood and front porch is what drew me to rent this house. Parking was not well marked and we had to ask the neighbors where we were supposed to park. I absolutely loved sitting and relaxing on the front porch in the morning and at night. Walking into the house was like walking into an antique store or dirty dancing era. The living room could use some updating, we had 6 people in our family and we couldn’t all sit in the living room together. The upstairs was a little dark and creepy, to many cobwebs in the bedrooms for my liking and the bed in the front master had a spring sticking out of it that caught on your clothes and scratched you. I liked the house for the location, walking distance to everything, but not sure I would rent it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023