Spend Summer at Romantic Cottage Tucked in Mount Gretna Woods

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3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6111 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Enjoy the area

Mt Gretna, PA

Gretna Theatre3 min walk
Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach13 min walk
Mount Hope Estate & Winery7 min drive
Harrisburg, PA (MDT-Harrisburg Intl.)30 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Take a break at Mount Gretna Lake.

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:

● Large, wrap-around porch with hanging lights, ceilings fans, lots of comfortable seating, a porch swing, and outdoor dining table too!
● Gazebo with gas BBQ/grill
● 3 TVs with cable, DVD player
● Air Conditioning in each bedroom, wall air conditioning unit on 1st floor
● Electric fireplace

🗝 COTTAGE DETAILS AND AMENITIES:

KITCHEN – Big, bright kitchen with large double sink surrounded by windows, refrigerator and freezer, dishwasher, stove/oven and over the range microwave, toaster, 12-cup coffee machine and fully stocked with dish sets, pots and pans, silverware, cups, mugs, cooking utensils, and pantry items - everything needed to prepare meals at the cottage.

DINING ROOM – Separate dining room overlooks the kitchen with a breakfast bar with stool seat, large table for everyone to eat together, small seating area by bay window, and direct access to wrap around porch.

LAUNDRY – Full-size washer and dryer in basement, iron, and board.

BEDROOMS –
Bedroom 1: 2nd floor Master bedroom with queen size bed surrounded by windows and access to private half bathroom with toilet and vanity
Bedroom 2: 2nd floor bedroom with double size bed and flat-screen TV
Bedroom 3: 2nd floor bedroom with 2 single beds, TV, and desk with chair (for remote working needs)

LIVING ROOM – Plenty of comfortable seating for everyone to gather around the electric fireplace or watch a movie on the flat-screen TV. Lots of board games for the family! Direct access to porch.

BATHROOMS –
Bathroom 1: Full bathroom on 1st floor with toilet, vanity, and separate shower room!
Bathroom 2: Full bathroom on 2nd floor with bathtub and shower combination, toilet, and vanity
Bathroom 3: Half bathroom on 2nd floor in Master Bedroom with toilet and vanity

WIFI – FREE HIGH-SPEED INTERNET / WIFI!

FIREPLACE – Available from October through April, please enjoy the indoor electric fireplace in the living room.

FREE PARKING! Two (2) off-street parking spaces and two (2) on-street parking permits provided. Please note, on-street parking by permit only. Any violation subject to penalty by fine/ticket issued by Cornwall Borough Police.

BOOKING – 3-night minimum. 10% discount for stays 7 nights!

PLEASE NOTE... FRESH BED SHEETS AND TOWELS AVAILABLE! ($100 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 strictly enforced. All of Sunday is a “quiet day.” This cottage is in the Chautauqua Neighborhood District. 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

This vacation rental on Muhlenberg Ave is named Becky's Gift, and surely you will find it is a gift that keeps on giving!

Property manager

Penn Realty, LTD

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please review our Rental Agreement and Rules prior to making payment.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

On-site 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Lebanon

Located in Lebanon, this cottage is in the city center and on a lake. Spooky Nook Sports is worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Hersheypark and Hershey's Chocolate World. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Hersheypark Stadium or Giant Center. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Mt Gretna, PA

What's nearby

Gretna Theatre - 3 min walk
Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach - 13 min walk
Mount Hope Estate & Winery - 7 min drive
Spooky Nook Sports - 24 min drive
Hersheypark - 29 min drive

Getting around

Elizabethtown Station - 20 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

Frequently asked questions

Is Spend Summer at Romantic Cottage Tucked in Mount Gretna Woods pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

8.8

Excellent

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8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Cynthia T.

17 April 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house and location

Loved the house. Quiet. Peaceful. A few things I’d like to point out. The downstairs shower was more of a dribble than a shower. Basement had water on the floor. Ironing board should be replaced and put upstairs. It’s so rusty and gross the rust came off in my hands. I couldn’t get it to fold up. The grig had 3 plates of old pizza. We left our condiments there as we didn’t have a cooler. Opened them on Monday so have cleaner take them. Loved all the night lights.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer F.

6 March 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very cozy

We did have an unexpected issue and the property management provided excellent service. Would rent again.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Jacqueline V.

16 October 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice little getaway

The house was super cute. We always use our vacations as a moment to disconnect and reconnect. We spent the week eating good food and talking. Some of the downsides in my opinion were the hottub that did not heat. The bugs that were everywhere it was a wooded area so I totally get it. The TV was also an issue zero channels. I brought my work computer so I could catch up some things so we used it as our TV for the week. It wasn't my favorite place we've spent but it served it's purpose. We had a lovely time despite the hiccups

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

James H.

20 August 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace and Quiet

Wonderful, restful time. Cottage has everything anyone could want. Great for families or couples. Would stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Denise S.

2 August 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Blast from the Past

I grew up spending my summers hanging out in Mt. Gretna. Staying in the cozy house was a dream come true. Sitting on a Mt. Gretna porch during a summer rain storm and after a fun day at the lake was fantastic. The house had a good kitchen and two and half baths. However, there had been a bit of rain and the musty mildew smell was everywhere. The basement was very damp and was the worst. The house could usI grew up spending my summers hanging out in Mt. Gretna. Staying in this cozy house was a dream come true! Hanging out on a Mt. Gretna porch during a summer rain storm and after a fun day at the lake was fantastic. The house had a good kitchen and two and half baths. However, there was a bit of rain and a musty mildew smell was everywhere. The basement was very damp and was the worst smelling. The house could use a good deep clean to help with the dustingandnew pillows and mattresses might be a good idea the near future. Regardless, the location was great and the porch was worth all of the not do great items. e a good deep clean to help with the dust anf new pillows and mattresses might be a good idea the near future. Regardless, the location was great and the porch was worth all of the not do great items.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Penn Realty, LTD

Penn Realty LTD has colorful, historical vacation cottages available for rent year-round in beautiful Mount Gretna, Pennsylvania. We are a professional, full-time real estate agency and property management company located in the heart of Mount Gretna, a small Victorian community originally founded in the late 1800’s as a resort destination that continues to come alive each Summer.

Our knowledgeable staff has been servicing Mount Gretna, Pennsylvania, and the surrounding area for over 25 years and will help provide you with a vacation you are sure to remember.

Why they chose this property

Mount Gretna, Pennsylvania is known not only for its historical, architectural, and spiritual components, but also for its arts, culture, musical performances, and educational programming - yoga, lectures on science, religion, book reviews, etc.

Within walking distance to area restaurants, an award-winning ice cream parlor and attractions such as Mount Gretna Lake & Beach, which features floating docs, over-water swings, beach, play area, snack bar, swimming and canoe rentals and the historical open-air playhouse at Mount Gretna Theatre, offering outdoor theatrical productions, musical events, and children's and family programming.

Hiking and biking on the Lebanon Valley Rail Trail, Roller-skating, Miniature golf, Playgrounds, Tennis, Horseback riding, Bird watching, Wildlife viewing, Cross-country skiing, Hunting, Mountain climbing, Bouldering, Basketball, Antiquing, Outlet Shopping and much, much more.

What makes this property unique

● Large, wrap-around porch with hanging lights, ceilings fans, lots of comfortable seating, a porch swing, and outdoor dining table too!
● Gazebo with gas BBQ/grill
● 3 TVs with cable, DVD player
● Air Conditioning in each bedroom, wall air conditioning unit on 1st floor
● A rarity amongst the Gretna cottages - a private hot tub! (Please note: hot tub to be removed from cottage in 2023)
● Electric fireplace