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Dining
Private kitchen
Living area
Interior
free off street parking

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Private hot tub
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

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

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Mt Gretna Memories start here! Nature, Lake & Fun

This smoke-free cottage features laundry facilities, a garden and gas grills. WiFi in public areas is free. The cottage has 3 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a DVD player. A kitchen comes with a fridge and an oven, and guests will also find upscale touches, such as a private hot tub and a fireplace.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this cottage offers Hot tubs and fireplaces. Rooms open to patios. This accommodation is furnished with dining tables and kitchen islands. Smart televisions come with DVD players. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include baths or showers and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include washers/dryers and coffee/tea makers.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Please strip all used beds, leave linens on top of the bed and leave towels in the shower/bathtub.
Please place all trash in exterior receptacles. Please place containers at the street on Sunday night for pickup early Monday morning.
PLEASE RETURN KEY(S) TO LOCKBOX! PARKING PERMITS ARE TO BE LEFT AT THE COTTAGE. There will be a $25 charge for Permits not returned.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1496655vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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

About the area

Lebanon

Located in Lebanon, this cottage is in the city centre 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. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and snowmobiling.
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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 - 26.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Isaac’s Craft Kitchen & Brewery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Quentin Haus Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Quentin Tavern - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mt Gretna Memories start here! Nature, Lake & Fun pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Mt Gretna Memories start here! Nature, Lake & Fun?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mt Gretna Memories start here! Nature, Lake & Fun?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mt Gretna Memories start here! Nature, Lake & Fun?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mt Gretna Memories start here! Nature, Lake & Fun located?

Located in the heart of Lebanon, 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

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 55 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise Ann K.

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

Great weekend getaway!

We had a great family weekend getaway for our family at this cute cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug, 2025
Mount Gretna is perfect for weekend getaways. You would love it in the Fall, and this cottage is available all year. Come see the leaves change color and enjoy how peaceful the off-season is.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancie P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed here several times. Good place. We respect the owner, so we leave it spotless.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great weekend here! Everything was just as the listing described.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, quiet and great house! 10/10 will definitely book again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
revisiting old stomping grounds
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug, 2025
We thought it was so cool that you were coming back to Mount Gretna after visiting as a teenager. We hope it was a perfect visit. Many things are probably different, but we hope you found most of them the same. We know it was nostalgic for you, and special to share it with your loved ones.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Perry L.

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

Great stay

We had a great time while at our softball tournament
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug, 2024
Thanks for the 5-star review, Holly. We are glad we were able to accommodate you while in the area for a softball tournament. Keep us in mind for the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kris R.

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

Bliss

The property had everything and more to relax and enjoy peaceful nature. Absolutely loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept, 2023
Hopefully you had some time to enjoy the hot tub! Please come again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen S.

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

A week in Mt Gretna

Loved it! The area is so quaint & peaceful
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug, 2024
Mount Gretna is a quaint, unique area for sure! The peace and quiet is what most guests end up returning year after year for! Please come again soon.
Verified

8/10 Good

Nadine T.

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

Quiet and peaceful

It is an old property, but it does provide the needed space for a family. It is also located in a quiet area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug, 2024
Yes, it is a historic cottage, built in 1920, but is very spacious and great for families! We are glad you found it peaceful.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James H.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug, 2024
With 2.5 bathrooms and 3 bedrooms - there is plenty of space for a group of couples or friends. We agree! Thanks so much, James for your 5-star review. We would love for you to stay here again anytime.
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean. Everything you need in the kitchen. Full bathroom on first floor…loved the porch. Comfy furniture and beds.Tv could be better. Stairs are treacherous for older adults.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug, 2025
The kitchen is really nice, and very well-equipped for travelers. We love that you found it clean and comfortable. We will pass your suggestion along about the TV. Modern upgrades are always nice! We are afraid the description of the stairs as, "treacherous," may give future guests the wrong impression. While the cottage is not handicap accessible, the staircase has a sturdy handrail, and with care, even older adults should have no issues.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David W.

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

Christmas in Mt. Gretna

We wanted a true Mt. Gretna experience for Christmas this year and got it with this very beautiful cottage that has been winterized and is very cozy and inviting. We enjoyed our stay and hope to return again very soon.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept, 2023
We are so happy that you had a perfect holiday in beautiful Mount Gretna! Thanks for being such great guests. We sure hope you return again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

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

Board game weekend

Great space for us to gather for a weekend of board games and laughs. It was a bit too hot weather-wise for us to enjoy the great wraparound deck, so we may have to try again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug, 2024
This cottage is STOCKED with board and card games - we absolutely love that you took advantage of them! We have a feeling memories were made that weekend. We would love for you to come again, perhaps during a cooler time of year. This cottage is available year-round. Thanks for being great guests.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Heather C.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Short stay

Love the location. Cute house- space as advertised. Black mold in air conditioners prompted us to leave earlier than planned. Property managers did not respond to my email regarding this issue, though previous communication had been very good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul, 2025
We are very sorry you found the air conditioners like that, and appreciate you bringing it to our attention. The cottages in Mount Gretna are very old - some over 100 years. Certain times of the year can bring out what may be referred to as a mildew-coming from the trees, rain, and limited sun. That being said, we let the owners know right away. New air conditioners will be replacing the old ones in two of the bedrooms very soon.
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer F.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug, 2024
Thanks so much, Jennifer. Unexpected service issues are an unfortunate part of cottage rentals, but Penn Realty will always do our best to communicate and help with anything that might come up!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann N.

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

Large Cottage in Gretna

The size was perfect there were 7 of us and we all had a comfortable bed to sleep in. The downstairs was cute and huge for a cottage in Gretna we had lots of room to spread out in. The large dining table was a treat, the whole family could sit comfortably around it for meals.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept, 2023
Thanks for the fantastic review, Ann! We agree, this cottage is larger than many in Mount Gretna, with lots of comfortable bed options and space for family to spread out and relax!
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark S.

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

Nice central location for Hershey/Lebanon/Lancaster

Most of our group grew up in the area, but now live out of town, so we wanted a central hub to reconnect with old friends and memories. We spent most of the time out and about, but grilled some steaks one night at the house and ate at the Hideaway a couple nights too. Don't expect luxury, but this place got the job done!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept, 2023
Thanks Mark! We love to hear you took advantage of the BBQ and enjoyed eating at the Hideaway too! How fun to reconnect with old friends - Mount Gretna is ideal for that. We are so happy we were able to provide a place that was such a convenient location, too!
Verified

8/10 Good

Joyce M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Enjoyed our visit

Cute old house. Owner dealt with the problem we had. Air conditioner in living room didn’t work well, but the ones in the bedrooms were fantastic!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug, 2024
Thanks a lot, Joyce! We have let the owners know about the air conditioning so that it can be taken care of ASAP. Thanks for bringing it to our attention - air conditioning is a needed amenity on these hot summer days! Glad to hear they kept you cool upstairs!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

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

Quint Cottage

We loved the wrap around deep poarch. even though it was hot, we spent alot of our family time there. It was perfect for eating breakfast reading and allowing two toddlers a great play area. The neighborhood was nice and quiet. Close to all the attractions we did in Hershey.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept, 2023
The porches are what Mount Gretna is all about! We love that you and your family enjoyed your stay, and that the cottage was accommodating to your little ones too! Thank you for the great review!
Verified

8/10 Good

Patty G.

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

First time, family fun

Lovely spot! Our two children loved the porch and was so excited to be at a new house for a few days. The house was clean and we had no problems with that. The upstairs got nice and cold and comfy. The only thing we sort of suggest, especially for summertime, is a better downstairs cooling system. Instead of the unit that is in there, I would just two decent sized window units! One in the dining room and one in the living room. Other than that. Thank you! Will stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug, 2025
Thank you so much. We are very open to guest suggestions and really appreciate you mentioning that. This summer has been a scorcher in Mount Gretna! We are so glad the air conditioners in all the bedrooms kept you nice and cool at night!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate S.

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

Nostalgic family vacation!

We had a very nice family vacation at this property in Mt. Gretna! It was an easy walk to the restaurants, shows, etc. Great porch for everyone to hang out on. Easy access to the 1st floor for those with mobility issues (the 2nd floor was a bit steep, but there was a railing). We all appreciated the 2 bathrooms. No problems parking either. Would definitely stay in this very cute home again! Hadn't stayed in Mt. Gretna in many years, and it was just as lovely as I remembered it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug, 2024
Thanks so much, Kate. We love nothing more than hearing it was nostalgic for you and your family. Mount Gretna is special to so many, and we love being a part of it. We are glad you were able to come back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany W.

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

Family vacation

The property was quiet and peaceful. Depending on weather, the front porch is a relaxing place. Management was quick and easy to message with. Great set up for our family of 5, with 3 children between 2 and 7 years old. Stairs were steep, but manageable. Clear signs and instructions within the house. Mt. Gretna was a gem in itself with food within walking distance. Overall, lovely stay and hope we can visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug, 2024
Mount Gretna is very family-friendly. We are so happy you brought your little ones with you, and you enjoyed the cottage. We hope you were able to walk to the playgrounds close by, there are two of them just a few minutes from the cottage. We hope you are able to visit again very soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eugene S.

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

Unique Vintage Home

The property was convenient to Hershey, PA where my activities were centered. It is in a charming neighborhood of vintage homes. Very welcoming property. Neat and clean. Only consideration is very steep stairs that would not work with anyone mobility impaired.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept, 2023
Thanks so much, Eugene, for taking the time to leave such a nice review of the cottage and the surrounding area. Mount Gretna is a unique and special place, loved by many. We would love to have you again anytime.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Susan S.

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

Nice-enough cottage

Cottage kitchen and baths were clean. Rooms are small but serviceable. I am a Realtor, so I have a list of items that, in my humble opinion, should be addressed by the owners. Feel free to contact me if you'd like--I'll be glad to share what would have improved our experence.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept, 2023
Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review, Susan!
Verified

8/10 Good

Jean P.

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

Art show

This property definitely needs some updates & a good cleaning. The living room furniture is very outdated & not at all comfortable because of the condition. I was somewhat disappointed at the amount of rust I spotted in numerous areas. I did enjoy the porch & how convenient it was for everything I needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug, 2024
We are glad to hear you enjoyed the porch. This cottage really does have a perfect location, too. Right in the heart of Chautauqua during the Art Show! We will pass along what you said about the living room furniture to the owner, perhaps an update soon is needed. We appreciate the suggestion. Thanks for being a great guest!

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