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Centrally located Mt Gretna cottage with 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths

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A living room with a gray sofa, patterned cushions, a wooden staircase, and a dining area in the background.
A wooden sign with a wreath and a welcome sign on a house's exterior wall.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a granite countertop.
A two-story house with a front porch, a mailbox, and a number sign.
A patio area with a round table and four chairs, an umbrella, and a wooden pergola.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Set along the lakeshore, this cottage features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It accommodates 6 guests and includes a patio for outdoor enjoyment. Explore nearby attractions like Gretna Theatre and Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach for entertainment and leisure activities.

Highlights

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Near Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet
  • Dryer
  • Refrigerator
  • Bathtub

Explore the area

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Mt Gretna, PA
  • Place, Gretna Theatre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Conewago Lake
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Harrisburg, PA (MDT-Harrisburg Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Centrally located Mt Gretna cottage with 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths

Our cozy Campmeeting cottage, It’s a Charmed Life, is perfectly located in the center of all that Mount Gretna has to offer.

The cottage has three bedrooms and two full bathrooms. For your convenience we provide bed linens and towels.

All bedrooms are on the second floor and each has its own door. The largest bedroom has a queen bed, the next largest two twin beds, and the smallest has a full bed.

There is a bathroom on each floor of the house. The second floor bathroom has a tub shower while the first floor bathroom has a stand up shower.

On the first floor, the modern kitchen is fully stocked with cooking essentials; our large dining table is perfect for meals and games; and there are two separate sitting areas with couches and chairs.

The lake, Lebanon Valley Rail Trail, Clarence Schock Park trails, miniature golf, roller rink, and two playgrounds are all within walking distance.

Walk to the Playhouse, Tabernacle, Pizzeria, Hideaway Bar and Grill, Porch and Pantry restaurant, and The Jigger Ice Cream shop attractions.

Hershey is a 20 minute drive and Lancaster is a 30 minute drive.

Like many "streets" in Mount Gretna Campmeeting, ours is not driveable. You will not be able to drive directly up to the house but you will be able to drive within 100 feet of the cottage for car unloading/loading. We have one reserved parking spot a very short walk from the cottage and there is plenty of free, angle in street parking on Rt 117 about 200 feet from the cottage.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 1512972vb
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Lebanon

Located in Lebanon, this cottage is on a lake. Mount Hope Estate & Winery and Spooky Nook Sports are 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.
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Mt Gretna, PA

What's nearby

  • Gretna Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Conewago Lake - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Clarence Schock Memorial Park at Governor Dick - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Hersheypark - 26 min drive - 27.3 km

Getting around

  • Elizabethtown Station - 20 min drive
  • Lancaster, PA (LNS) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Isaac’s Craft Kitchen & Brewery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Colebrook Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Centrally located Mt Gretna cottage with 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Centrally located Mt Gretna cottage with 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Centrally located Mt Gretna cottage with 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Centrally located Mt Gretna cottage with 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Gretna Theatre and Conewago Lake. Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach and Clarence Schock Memorial Park at Governor Dick are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 69 reviews
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, clean cottage in a quirky neighborhood with many foot travel only streets. We chose this place for it's proximity to a tavern where our friends' band was playing and it was perfect. We had a six minute walk through a friendly, well-lit area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage! Smooth check in and out. Very nice community. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really like staying at this cottage in Mt Gretna. It’s been our second time. The house is a great location within the camp meeting side and is great for a family. Look forward to staying again next summer. Excellent host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was great. It was perfect for our getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in an amazing community with lots to do, house has convenient parking, everything you need, and you feel immediately at home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It's a lovely place in a beautiful community. We enjoyed meandering the walkways in the neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Happy Customers

Thoroughly enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Mt. Gretna Cottag3

The property was centrally located with two dedicated parking spots (nearly unheard of in campmeeting!) The cottage was clean and the prefect get away. The hosts were very responsive. We loved our extended weekend stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Getaway

Everything was wonderful! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Neat place

Nice place to stay for a getaway/vacation. I wouldn’t recommend waiting until dark to find the location but it is a super cool community. A friend said it was like something out of Peter Pan at night, magical.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Felt like home

Our second time staying here and it was so wonderful. It felt so cozy and felt like a home immediately. Joe was quick to answer questions and gave great advice
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My wife and I have stayed in Gretna cottages over the last 40 years. (We owned one for a few.) This is easily the best appointed we’ve been in. Clean, everything you need, good communication from the host. One small Vrbo correction: The Cottage is in the Campmeeting, not the Heights.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Truly Charming

We booked a weekend to attend the Renaissance Faire and would gladly stay again! Truly a charming, cabin, close to nearby attractions and a fantastic pizza spot just across the street. The cabin is lovely, clean and cozy with all the comforts of home! We loved our stay and are already looking forward to next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hershey Park

Cute cottage on a large camping ground. Plenty to do on the ground. Maybe 2o mins from Hershey. Perfect for us 5.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family vacation

The area is nice and it’s not a bad drive to Hershey or surrounding areas. The upstairs was very hot it needed window air conditioners and it could have been a little cleaner there were spider webs and it was dusty in places but we had a fun stay anyway.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

FIVE STARS!

We loved our stay at this charming Mt. Gretna cottage! My two sisters, our spouses, and I came for the music festival, and the location was perfect—close to everything yet peaceful and relaxing. The cottage was spotless, cozy, and full of thoughtful touches. Updated renovations to both bathrooms. The kitchen was great and provided everything we needed. Check in was fast and simple. Communication with the owner was excellent. We left with great memories and would happily stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

girls weekend

our girls weekend was really great. the house was very cabin feeling had everything we could possibly need. Although we didnt cook there was plenty of pot, pans, cups to use if we needed. we haad a great time even sitting out back as we started our day, or in the evening as we made our way back to the house. I would recommend staying here and would even book again if we come to the area again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy house

Very cute, cozy house with adequate room for 6 adults. Nice extras included. Creaky floorboards added charm! The only thing missing was a place to hang coats after being in the rain all day.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family support

I really enjoyed the stay under the circumstances. The part that I enjoyed personally it was all the little things. Down to the sugar for coffee, body wash, games to play with the family was wonderful gestures. Everything was close by and it was very quiet and peaceful. Overall, it was a peaceful and enjoyable place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Second stay at It's a Charmed Life

My friends and I attend the PA Gourd Festival in Lebanon the same week/weekend and chose to stay here again this year because it is a lovely location and the home/owners are very thoughtful. It didn't disappoint. Highly recommend others choose this location when staying in the Lebanon/Mt Gretna area. Much more affordable & comfortable than a hotel. Charming for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely wonderful!! For us ladies who gathered here for a weekend of Bible Study and fun and fellowship, we couldn't have asked for a better place. It was like a little piece of Heaven and the Lord was DEFINATELY there with us! We want, by unanimous decision, to book reservations for next year already, !! the host made sure our every need was satisfied! We kind of felt it was really our own cottage, so much like our homes, but we were able to leave all of our troubles behind at our homes! Can't say enough good things about the "Charming Life Cottage" at Mt. Gretna! It truly has God's blessings on the cottage and the owner/hosts! Thank you soooo much!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

BLISS

THE AREA IS BEAUTIFUL; THE CABIN IS QUAINT WITH MODERN UPDATES. EVERYTHING ONE NEEDS IS SUPPLIED TO COOK, SLEEP, SHOWER, PLAY GAMES. WE ATTENDED SIGHT AND SOUND THEATER AND THEN HERSHEY PARK FOR 2 DAYS SO WE WERE VERY BUSY. DEFINITELY WOULD REQUEST TO STAY AGAIN WHEN WE ARE IN THE AREA.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful way to stay in Mt Gretna. Loved the cabinetry, lights, mirrors, patio. Lovely dining table. Plenteous towels. New windows, well-placed. Nice mattress covers and luxurious sheets, but the sheets slip right off the mattress =( replace with cotton? Thank you for minimizing fragrances, cleaning products for those who are sensitive to them. Nice headboards and furniture, but could I have a little reading light attached to headboard I can turn off in bed? For future improvements, could part of the patio be covered and add a porch swing and rockers? Of course, anyone visiting Mt G must expect to walk, but it would be important to explain there is no parking at cottage for those who have difficulty walking. You do hospitality right!! Thank you =)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Suggestions from Senior Renters

We enjoyed our stay at Its A Charmed Life. The well-stocked kitchen, plentiful towels and comfortable sitting areas made our stay very enjoyable. We also were impressed by the excellent communication with the owners. Our family congregated there for some memorable evenings. We would like to offer a few suggestions to the owners that might make this property more appealing to our fellow seniors: 1. The handrail at the entrance should be closer to the doorway to allow better support on entry. 2. A small bedside table with lamp would be helpful. I use a cpap machine and had to borrow a table from another room. 3. More hangers in the closets and perhaps a folding luggage rack would be a nice touch. 4. A removable shower wand in the downstairs shower would prevent the user from having to stand under a blast of icy cold water while waiting for the water to warm up. 5. The trash dumpster is not only a great distance from the cottage but hard to find. I think many people our age would gladly pay a few extra dollars to have the someone else haul out the accumulated trash at the end of their stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 May 2023
Thank you for the kind review and suggestions, we strive to continuously improve the experience for our renters will add your improvement ideas to our To Do list! Best, Joe
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a lovely community and a great place to spend some time. The property was clean and well appointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026

About the host

Hosted by Joe B

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Brooke and Joe live in central Maryland but spend as much time as possible in Mount Gretna.

Why they chose this property

We're third generation owners of this property and have loving renovated over the first year that we owned it. Now that the cottage is complete we're looking forward to sharing the unique Mount Gretna experience with others.

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