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​Trailside Gretna Escape: Walk to Beach & Town

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Exterior
Large, gated wrap-around porch with gas grill / BBQ and outdoor dining.
Cute eat-in kitchen stocked with dish sets, cooking utensils, pots & pans & more
Cozy living room with gas fireplace, TV with cable and DVD player.
The owner is an antique dealer and has beautiful pieces throughout the cottage.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

​Trailside Gretna Escape: Walk to Beach & Town

PLEASE NOTE! Pillows and blankets are provided. Guests will need to bring bed sheets and bath towels.


Here's what guests say they love most ❤ :

● Hassle-free, direct check-in to the cottage!
● Large, gated wrap-around porch surrounded by huge trees with a gas grill, outdoor dining table, plenty of comfortable seats, ceiling fans & overhead lights
● Window Air Conditioning units (one on each floor) and gas fireplace in the living room
● Private 2nd floor balcony off bedroom

THE COTTAGE
KITCHEN – Cute eat-in kitchen fully stocked with dish sets, cooking utensils, mugs, cups, flatware and pots & pans, appliances: stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, 12-cup coffee maker & filters, toaster, blender, large double sink, and dining table with seating for 6.

LIVING ROOM - Cozy living room provides a great gathering place with a TV with cable and DVD player, comfortable seating, and gas fireplace.

PORCH - Large, gated wrap-around porch with gas grill, lots of comfortable seating, outdoor dining, ceiling fans & overhead lights.

BEDROOMS: Pillows and blankets are provided. Guests will need to bring bed sheets and bath towels.
Bedroom 1: 2nd floor Master bedroom with double size bed
Bedroom 2: 2nd floor bedroom with double size bed & private balcony
Bedroom 3: 2nd floor bedroom with double size bed & single bed
**Please note, the bedrooms share walls which do not completely reach the ceiling. Pillows and blankets are provided. Guests will need to bring bed sheets and bath towels.

BATHROOMS:
Bathroom 1: Full bathroom with shower.
Bathroom 2: Full bathroom with claw foot tub (no shower).

WIFI - FREE HIGH-SPEED INTERNET / WIFI!

FIREPLACE - Please enjoy the indoor gas fireplace.

PARKING – Free parking! Free, off-street parking directly behind cottage for 2 cars.

NEIGHBORHOOD HIGHLIGHTS
Walk to the area's restaurants and attractions!
Porch & Pantry for amazing breakfast, 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 the local 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, Horseback Riding Trails, Bird Watching & Wildlife Viewing, Cross-Country Skiing, Hunting, Mountain Climbing, Bouldering, Basketball & more.

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.

Other things to note...
BOOKING – 2-night minimum. 10% discount for stays 7 nights! Pillows and blankets are provided. Guests will need to bring bed sheets and bath towels.
THERE IS NO WASHER OR DRYER AT THIS COTTAGE.

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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:
Remove leftover food and drinks
Please wash and put away dishes/kitchen items.
Please take all bagged trash & recycling to the dumpsters. From Route 117: Turn LEFT onto 1st Street. Dumpsters will be on your left.
PLEASE BE SURE TO RETURN KEY(S) TO COTTAGE LOCKBOX! There will be a $25 charge for late check-outs or for keys not returned.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
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
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 in a rural area 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. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating.
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Mt Gretna, PA

What's nearby

  • Gretna Theatre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Conewago Lake - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Clarence Schock Memorial Park at Governor Dick - 1 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Hersheypark - 27 min drive - 27.6 km

Getting around

  • Elizabethtown Station - 21 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 ​Trailside Gretna Escape: Walk to Beach & Town pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at ​Trailside Gretna Escape: Walk to Beach & Town?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at ​Trailside Gretna Escape: Walk to Beach & Town?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ​Trailside Gretna Escape: Walk to Beach & Town?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ​Trailside Gretna Escape: Walk to Beach & Town located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within a 15-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

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 46 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was beautiful and very charming. We had an incredible time and were so happy to have found such a wonderful cabin to stay for the weekend. We have stayed in similar cabins over the years but this was by far the nicest. 5 Stars all around. We hope to stay again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shane M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house that is well kept and very charming. I absolutely love this house and will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire P.

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

Cozy, idyllic

Just like the pictures! Very tidy, magical location, tons of fun antiques and games. We fully enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug, 2025
The cottage owner is an antique dealer. She has taken the time to decorate her cottage with beautiful, hand-selected items! We are so glad you enjoyed yourselves. Thank you for being great guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Gorgeous property

Annual girls' weekend in Mt Gretna a success! The porch is our absolute favorite place to hang out and catch up. We enjoyed the property very much!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jun, 2025
We are thrilled to hear you and your "girls" enjoyed yourselves! The porch on this cottage is amazing - a wrap-around and gated, too, surrounded by huge trees with a gas grill, outdoor dining table, plenty of comfortable seats, ceiling fans & overhead lights - an ideal hang out spot.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy Y.

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

Idyllic location, lovely cottage

Loved our time on Mt. Gretna in this lo elt cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul, 2024
Thank you for the 5-star review, Tracy! We are glad to hear you loved your time here. Please come again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harmony H.

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

Great!

The house was really nice, and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Oct, 2024
Thanks for being such good guests, and for the 5-star review. We would love for you to come again soon!
Verified

8/10 Good

steven y.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Quaint little stay

Everything was listed as such, the drive to house was a bit of a nightmare at night, but in the end we figured it out on our end, 5/5 would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug, 2024
We are sorry you had a little trouble in the dark! We allow guests to check-in anytime after 3 p.m., and would recommend daylight hours if trying to find a cottage for the first time. We do provide driving instructions and a map of Campmeeting to guests to help navigate. Thanks so much for your review, and for being great guests. We would love for you to come again anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

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

Charming Cottage in the woods

We enjoyed our stay very much! The cottage was comfortable and filled with lovely old furniture. It was within walking distance of all the activities we had planned. The porch was a great place to sit at any time of day or night.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug, 2024
The antique decor in this cottage really is charming. We are so happy you enjoyed your stay, and took advantage of the local attractions within walking distance! Please come again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Dreamy

From start to finish, perfect family vacation. Days at the lake, evening walks and hours on the porch, trips for ice cream, just what I'd hoped for.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug, 2024
We are so happy to hear you took advantage of some of what Mount Gretna has to offer! We know you will be back again soon - thanks for being great guests, and for the 5-star review, Kimberlee!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaelee D.

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

Beautiful home & neighborhood

We had a lovely stay this weekend. We were in town for the Renaissance Faire- which was only a few minutes away by car. The home and the entire gave the entire weekend a magical touch- absolutely stunning! We will definitely be back 😍
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Nov, 2024
Thank you so much for the great review. You came to Mount Gretna at one of the most beautiful times of year, when the trees are at their best color! The Renaissance Faire is only about 8 minutes away, too. We hope to see you again next year! Thanks for being great guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen D.

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

Cozy Home with Well Equipped Kitchen

We had a fabulous weekend. House was warm and cozy. Fabulous large porch!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul, 2024
Thanks for being fabulous guests, and for taking the time to leave a 5-star review : )
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny B.

Enjoyed our stay

As always, another great week at Mount Gretna! We had everything we needed and found the house to be very adequate! The porch is great, especially for rainy days! Penn Realty is fantastic at making Mount Gretna stays seamless and enjoyable! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie S.

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

Weekend Getaway

Beautiful weekend getaway— wonderfully curated late 19th c home with just enough modern amenities to keep everyone happy. The wrap around porch was our favorite part, great wicker collection with, great attention to detail. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May, 2023
Thank you so much for such a lovely review of this beautiful cottage, and for being great guests. We would love to welcome you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

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

A Step Back in Time

The porch was amazing. The house was a filled with interesting antiques. Well stocked and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul, 2024
Thanks for the 5-star review, Patricia! Mount Gretna is known for the wrap-around, living-room style porches. You could spend your whole stay there. The owner of this cottage is an antique dealer, and she has it beautifully-decorated with interesting antiques for guests to enjoy. "A Step Back in Time" is a great way to describe it. Please come again anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet B.

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

Beautiful house and neighborhood

This house is beautiful! It was like stepping back in time! It’s also located in a quaint, quiet neighborhood in the woods.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun, 2022
Thank you for the 5-star review, Janet! The small village of Mount Gretna is special, for sure.... we would almost say magical! Penn Realty has a variety of cottages available year-round. We would love to have you as a guest again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peggyanne W.

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

Perfect location!

We stayed here for the Celtic Fling weekend at the Renaissance Fairie. It was the perfect location! The place was well done with antique furniture and decor. The only drawback is the only shower...its tight. The only other option is a beautiful claw foot tub...maybe add a shower attachment to that?
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul, 2024
Keep us in mind when visiting the PA Renaissance Faire in the future. Thanks for the great review. We will pass along your suggestion of the shower attachment to the clawfoot tub to the owner. Thanks for being great guests!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bridget M.

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

Mt gretna charm

The house feels like an antique collector dream. It's got lots of antiques everywhere! Fits into mt gretna charm. We loved the deck and spent alot of time there. The house is a bit dark inside. If you're tall def look at the beds. They are all full size. The basic necessities are not there. You need to bring them yourself - sheets, towels, paper goods, shampoo, conditioner. The shower is also a very small stall shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul, 2025
Thanks for the great review, Bridget. This cottage is one of two that Penn Realty manages that does not provide fresh linens, unfortunately - we are sorry for the inconvenience of having to bring along your own. We are working closely with the owner and hope to convince her in the future to provide them for guests! While there should be a limited supply of toilet paper and paper towels at the cottage, we ask guests to bring them along to ensure they have enough for their stay.
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert M.

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

Work Vacation for Individual

I work at a group home with Intellectual Disabled Individual, and he loved it, didn't want to leave I was surprised they didn't supply towels and bed linens
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jul, 2024
Aw, we are so happy to hear he loved it! Many guests fall in love with Mount Gretna and don't want to leave either! We are confused that supplying sheets came as a surprise. This is clearly noted in the listing several times, your check-in instructions, and the Welcome Guide you receive a week before arrival. We would never want guests to come unprepared.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marissa C.

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

Nice location in Mt. Gretna

This was a good stay and location for our group in Mt. Gretna! Lovely porch, bedrooms, etc. One caveat would be that the listing we saw said 2 full baths, but one of the bathrooms had just a tub (no shower or combo), which was a concern for getting lots of guests out the door in the mornings. Keep that in mind if that's a priority for you - otherwise, the stay was good and the location as advertised!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Nov, 2022
Thanks a lot for the 5-star review, Marissa, and for pointing out the bathrooms for future guests - Currently, we have the listing worded: "Bathroom 1: Full bathroom with shower. Bathroom 2: Full bathroom with claw foot tub (no shower)." We will take a look again at the listing and change our wording to clarify this further. We want the amenities of the cottage to be clear, for sure! Thanks again. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay so much.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Carl P.

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

Great location poor amenities

Great location, spacious however, no soap had to bring sheets and towels and toilet paper. No coffee it was just lacking for the price of two nights a hotel would have covered these basic services.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Oct, 2024
We agree that bringing your own sheets and towels may be an inconvenience for some guests. Penn Realty plans to provide fresh linens (bed sheets and bath towels) at all of our cottages, this one included, starting in 2025. Many of our cottages do provide soap and coffee, too. We would love for you to come check out one of our other ones next time. An entire cottage in Mount Gretna provides a lot more privacy, and room than a hotel would!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

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

"Wooded Wonder" is a wonderful cottage-bungalow in the woods

Delightful bungalow loaded with old-world charm, style and atmosphere. Nestled among other beautiful cottages in the woods, the expansive wrap-around porch and period furnishings make this a time capsule to be enjoyed and savored in a relaxed and reflective setting. The owner has done an amazing job of furnishing and decorating the cottage with a keen eye to authentic details. Commendable. And worth your time to just "set a spell" on the porch among the wooded wonder of Mt Gretna Campmeeting. We enjoyed dinner at The Timbers and at The Hideaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Oct, 2024
This has to be one of the best reviews we have received! Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful words - we love your description of the cottage and are so happy to hear you enjoyed yourselves. Please come again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Tranquil Get Away

An amazing getaway for a fun girl’s weekend. The porch is absolutely inviting. We loved the tranquility of Mt Gretna. The house offered all the amenities needed, plus lots of amazing antiques and details. The check in process was simple and parking was available for everyone in our group. Perfectly located to walk to Hideaway and Jigger Shop. We even got a visit from a sweet neighbor. Come ready to relax and forget about stress! We felt like we were whisked away to a fairy garden.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun, 2022
What a great way to describe staying at the cottage, "whisked away to a fairy garden!" We agree - this cottage is perfect for a girl's weekend. Thanks so much for being great guests!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krista R.

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

Great, unique, relaxing get away place

The house and the community are very unique and provided a great place for our family to have a retreat away as we spent time hiking, reading, relaxing and enjoying nearby Hershey park. Front porch was a favorite spot for our family! Neighbors were friendly and helpful. The listed twin bed was shorter than a regular twin bed but all the beds were comfortable. Be aware that you need bring small kitchen trash bags, paper products, sheets, and towels. Overall, we had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul, 2024
Thanks for such a nice review, Krista! The porch is the favorite hangout spot, for sure. It is nice to hear the neighbors were helpful and you enjoyed yourselves so much! While the cottage may have a limited supply of paper products, we do ask guests to bring them along, to ensure they have enough for their stay. We have been listening to what guests want - while not yet for this one, some of Penn Realty's cottages now offer a linen package, as well.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Rachel F.

Liked: Communication, location

Disappointing

While the location was great and the outside of the cottage cute, the inside was less than desirable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jul, 2024
The location really is great, but we are nothing but disappointed that you didn't enjoy your stay. We are working with the owner directly, who handles the cleaning and maintenance of this cottage herself. We have a variety of cottages throughout the Chautauqua and Campmeeting neighborhoods of Mount Gretna - we would love for you to check out some of our other options for your next trip!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Elaine-Ed S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Rustic, Quant Victorian Cottage

Quant, cozy cottage in Mt Gretna campmeeting. Well stocked kitchen, comfortable livingroom, beautiful wraparound porch. This property doesn't include WIFI or the lakefront .The lake is privately owned and can only be accessed by purchasing a twentyfivedollar per person per day pass. Half hour drive to Hersey attractions . Close to hiking and mountainbiking.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun, 2022
Thank you for taking the time to leave a detailed review! Guests staying at this cottage are sure to love the close proximity to all that Mount Gretna has to offer. Please be sure to check out Mount Gretna Theatre on a return visit!

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