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Butterfly Cottage Close to Everything

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A stone pathway leading to a house with a green exterior and a yellow exterior. There are two large metal tanks on the right side of the pathway.
A covered porch with wooden flooring, a rocking chair, a table, and chairs. There is a ceiling fan, a hanging plant, and a view of a blue house and trees.
A kitchen with wooden walls, a central island, a dining table, and a chandelier.
A kitchen with wooden walls, a stove, a sink, and a wooden countertop.
A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling, a ceiling fan, a sofa with decorative pillows, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Kids Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Master Bedrooom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Lebanon

Lebanon is home to this cottage. 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. Kayaking and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Mt Gretna, PA

What's nearby

  • Conewago Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Gretna Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Clarence Schock Memorial Park at Governor Dick - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Hersheypark - 25 min drive - 26.6 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 - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Colebrook Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Butterfly Cottage Close to Everything pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Butterfly Cottage Close to Everything?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Butterfly Cottage Close to Everything?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Butterfly Cottage Close to Everything?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Butterfly Cottage Close to Everything located?

Situated in Lebanon, this cottage is within a 5-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

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 132 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 132 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 132 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 132 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 132 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great return stay! Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second stay at Butterfly cottage, just as lovely as the first time
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our group had a wonderful time staying at Butterfly Cottage! A perfect little retreat. Very quaint
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The Butterfly is a wonderful location, clean, cool and the hosts and very responsive and friendly. This was our second time to stay at the Butterfly and we will stay here again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely adorable cottage in Mt. Gretna. Super short walk to the Jigger Shop and the Coffee Cottage. Our Cottage was well appointed and perfect for our little trip. It also stays relatively cool during the day. Even though it was very hot outside this week, I didn’t really need air conditioning. Loved it.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place in the woods & very accommodating and easy to communicate with. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this cozy cottage in the beautiful wooded setting in Mt Gretna! It was very clean, the beds were comfortable, and the water was hot! We loved the big porch and the patio. Jason was easy to communicate with and checked on us by phone to make sure we didn’t need anything. We enjoyed a very peaceful weekend in the Butterfly Cottage! Jo & Dennis
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cottage. We plan to stay there next year which is all we need to say about how much we enjoyed it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in
The cabin was as described EXCEPT the upstairs hallway ended abruptly in a hole in the floor leading downstairs. With a toddler and elderly person in our part, it was dangerous. We had to block off the stairway with a chair. Worse was the dust and mold that pervaded the cabin. My son with allergies was up all night coughing. Driveway was steep and narrow. First time I’ve ever given a vrbo property a poor review
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Sept, 2026
We have been renting for many, many years and have never heard such rediculous comments. That “hole” in the floor is called a heat vent. Not even a matchbox car could fall through that especially being there is a cover on it! Secondly the cottage is inspected every year to conform with safety standards. Also if you or someone has alergies maybe Mt Grenta isnt the place you want to stay being that it is in the middle of the woods. Very insulting to say there is dust and mold because the cottage is cleaned up and down after every stay and we never had one complaint about cleanliness. The driveway was built like that over 100 years ago and that is how they are all constructed and cannot be changed... not to mention there is a whole street to park in front of the cottage If the driveway didnt suit. I think you should do more reaearch next time about where you are staying before you book a getaway. Please cosider the Red Roof Inn next ime you are in the area. It may be a better fit. I think you were worried you would get a negative review from us first… being that the cottage was left in the worst shape after a stay than we have seen in a long time. It took the cleaning crew twice as long to clean than a gueat who stayed three times longer. Thank you safe travels
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice cottage

Great location and clean inside.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our third stay at the butterfly cottage. Always a joy!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quaint, comfortable, cottage in a picturesque borough

We had a great stay. Quiet, cozy cottage, stocked kitchen, comfy beds. Perfect for a long weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely cottage

This cottage was beautiful and had everything we needed. Our family had an amazing stay here. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming and Relaxing

Idealic setting in a charming house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul, 2025
Please come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Easy location!

Close to everything, and a nice Gretna style home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gretna Butterfly Cottage

Nice short stay in Gretna. The location by the tennis courts was great for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun, 2020
Glad you enjoyed your stay! Please come back again to enjoy all Gretna has to offer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Alex's Stay

The property is perfectly located in Mount Gretna and exactly as described in the listing. I can't recommend it enough and hope to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Butterfly Cottage

Clean and cozy cottage in a lovely area. Great location for hiking and biking.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Communication
Place was clean and everything was good to go.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well appointed kitchen and comfortable living room and indoor/outdoor dining areas. Located in Gretna historic neighborhood close nor dining and entertainment venues.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There was no air conditioning, but I didn't need it
Stayed 42 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr, 2026
Hello and thanks for your great review. As a guest you were a real pleasure. We typically install the AC beginning of May because being in the woods it stays cool earlier in the season with using the windows. Please come back again we would love to have you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Gorgeous forest location, perfectly cozy patina
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Jan

Great stay! Thanks!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Butterfly House Review

We had a lovely time in Mt. Gretna. The cottage was charming, old and creaky as described in the listing, and very, very clean. Everything was provided making our stay very relaxing. We would definitely rent again.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul, 2025
Thanks so much for the kind words and wonderful review. It’s guests like you who make us love sharing our cottage. Please come again when you are in the area!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location in a beautiful wooded-community, a real retreat. The outdoor spaces (wraparound porch, back patio) were particularly nice. As noted in the listing, the walls were a bit thin, but this didn't bother us. Kid friendly -- they loved the "secret passageway" (shared closet) between bedrooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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