Winter Family Visit - Gather by Fireplace at Nostalgic Gretna Cottage

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A wooden interior with a dining table, chairs, and a chandelier.
A wooden dining area with a large table and chairs, a wooden cabinet with glass doors, and a hanging light fixture.
A wooden deck with two chairs and a table, surrounded by a black railing and lush greenery.
A covered patio with wicker furniture, ceiling fans, and large windows.
A kitchen with grey cabinets, a stainless steel oven, and a microwave. There are framed pictures on the wall and a basket on the counter.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Mount Gretna, PA
  • Place, Gretna Theatre
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Clarence Schock Memorial Park at Governor Dick
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Harrisburg, PA (MDT-Harrisburg Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Lebanon

Located in Lebanon, this cottage is in the city centre and on a lake. Hershey Theatre is a cultural highlight and some of the area's popular attractions include 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. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
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Mount Gretna, PA

What's nearby

  • Conewago Lake - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Gretna Theatre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Clarence Schock Memorial Park at Governor Dick - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Hersheypark - 25 min drive - 26.2 km

Getting around

  • Elizabethtown Station - 20 min drive
  • Lancaster, PA (LNS) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Isaac’s Craft Kitchen & Brewery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Colebrook Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Winter Family Visit - Gather by Fireplace at Nostalgic Gretna Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Winter Family Visit - Gather by Fireplace at Nostalgic Gretna Cottage?

As of 29 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Winter Family Visit - Gather by Fireplace at Nostalgic Gretna Cottage on 4 November 2026 start from NZ$1,332, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Winter Family Visit - Gather by Fireplace at Nostalgic Gretna Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Winter Family Visit - Gather by Fireplace at Nostalgic Gretna Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Winter Family Visit - Gather by Fireplace at Nostalgic Gretna Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Winter Family Visit - Gather by Fireplace at Nostalgic Gretna Cottage located?

Located in the heart of Lebanon, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Conewago Lake and Gretna Theatre. Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach and Clarence Schock Memorial Park at Governor Dick are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 82 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a lovely home! Just as advertised, very smooth, and no one interrupting or bothering our stay. Would recommend anyone looking for a quiet spot to reset.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication and location. Would definitely book again!
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very charming mountain cottage with antique vibes (which we love!). Plenty of space for 8 people with awesome features like the porches!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean quit house. We had a great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Large cottage, very well equipped. However; we would not recommend this property to someone who cannot climb stairs. Driveway is very steep; there are several steps to navigate outside and the stairs to the second floor maybe difficult for some.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cozy cottage for our girls weekend! We had a wonderful time in spite of the rain. Nice porch and the kitchen is very well stocked, we had everything we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication
Property was okay. Parking is tricky, None of the doors upstairs close properly; some coming off the hinges, others a poor fit. Recliner in living room is broken. Child’s seat in downstairs bedroom is in pieces. House was surface clean but needs a deep clean….moldy shower grout and filthy floors. Served our purpose but wouldn’t stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is very large and charming.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lot of room,clean,enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 August 2025
At over 2,000 square feet, this cottage does not give, "roughing it!" We are happy to hear you liked it and hope for you to come back! Thanks for being great guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Location
We had girl's weekend and we really enjoyed the nice quiet porch. Perfect place to sit and catch up on life.The house was stocked with everything we needed, sheets, towels and kitchen ware.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great stay

It was a very nice place for our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2025
This cottage is one of our family favorites. We are glad to hear you had a great stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cottage and good location. Mt Gretna is a special place.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 August 2025
Is it something in the water? The Lake and Beach are just a short walk away, after all. Mount Gretna really is a special place.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect cottage
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 August 2025
We appreciate the perfect review. It was our pleasure to host you and your group again this summer. Thanks for taking good care of the cottage.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice stay. Great communication. Nice beds. The only thing was the heat was hard to control The recliner and couches need to go.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great overall. Liked the layout of the house. It was a cozy cabin.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Trip to area

Nice home, great area. Easy to navigate to points of interest. Great trails to hike.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 August 2025
Thank you for the great review! Mount Gretna is located right along Lebanon Valley Rails to Trails, which follows the route of former Cornwall-Lebanon Railroad and runs for 19.6 miles through Pennsylvania's Lebanon Valley. A majority of the route is unpaved, mostly gravel-surfaced, and is perfect for hiking, biking, running and walking!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing getaway

Peaceful stay. Location is quiet, cozy, convenient to Lititz, Hershey, Manheim.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 October 2024
Mount Gretna is an ideal, central location when visiting Southeastern Pennsylvania. Under 30 minutes to Lititz, Hershey, Lancaster, Lebanon, Harrisburg and Manheim, too! Mount Gretna cottages are convenient, and quiet. Perfect for relaxing after a day of sightseeing!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Annual Gretna Trip

Property was great and in a good location. Was everything we needed, would consider booking here again without question.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 October 2024
Thanks for the 5-star review, Garrett. We love that Mount Gretna is an annual trip for you, and would love for you to stay here again next year. Thanks for being great guests.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Mt Gretna vacation

We enjoyed our stay. The screened in porch is wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 August 2024
The porches are what Mount Gretna is really all about. Living-room-style decor, lighting, and comfortable furniture make you want to spend all your time outdoors.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
It would have been helpful if pictures were posted of the indoor and outdoor stairs to this property. I have a bad knee and we took my 89 year old mother with us. The stairs on this property are treacherous. Great outdoor porch but too dirty to sit outside. The inside needs a good cleaning top to bottom. The living room furniture needs to be replaced and the recliner is broken. The kitchen was nice. Loved that we could take our dog but again the stairs!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 June 2026
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, but we know 2 stars is not an accurate or fair description of this lovely Mount Gretna cottage. Like many in the area, this property is built into the hillside - the driveway has a slope, but it is very safe, not treacherous. In fact, brand new front steps and a handrail were installed in early 2026. Several photos of the new exterior steps were added to the listing right away, but providing a photo of the interior staircase is a great suggestion - one will be added very soon. While Mount Gretna cottages are not handicap accessible, we want to reiterate they are safely navigated by guests. This cottage even has a den on the 1st floor, providing a comfortable, private sleeping space for guests with mobility issues. The owner truly puts so much love and care into this cottage - it is a beloved gathering space for many families and friend groups of all ages. New living room furniture is scheduled to be delivered very soon, the recliner will be removed, and we will be sure extra attention is spent on the porch. This time of year, pollen is an unfortunate part of being in the woods, but our cleaning team does their absolute best to have our cottages prepared - they do an amazing job. We welcome guests to reach out with any issues or concerns anytime and only wish you would have reached out for assistance if needed during your stay. We encourage you to read the multitude of 5-star reviews to see what so many guests have loved about their stay. We are always working to provide even better experiences, and suggestions from guests are so helpful to us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family holiday trip

The house was wonderful and we loved the area. Our kids had a great time. Highly recommend for families.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 August 2024
We are glad to hear your New Year's Eve in Mount Gretna was wonderful. This cottage, and the area, are very family friendly- any time of year. Thanks so much for the awesome review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice house, 3 bathrooms were great when you have more then a couple of people. Big kitchen, master bath was nice with a shower and separate bath tub, lits of towel provided! master bedroom was aslo large . We definitely recommend this house for a nice stay
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a quaint and cozy home. The big bonuses are the well equipped kitchen and that screened porch. Our family spent most of our time on that beautiful porch!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome Bachelor Trip

Me and my friends had an amazing time and the views where amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 September 2023
Thanks for the 5-star review, Evan! This cottage is great for a group of friends - lots of space to hang out and multiple full bathrooms. We are so glad the bachelor's weekend in Mount Gretna was one to remember!
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