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Butterfly Cottage Close to Everything

Cottage in Lebanon with kitchen and balcony

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Nestled near Governor Dick Park, Butterfly Cottage invites you to experience the charm of a bygone era. Just steps from tennis courts and walking trails, this cozy retreat offers fast wireless internet connection, contactless check-in and proximity to attractions like Hershey Park and Dutch Wonderland.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 694 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Butterfly Cottage Close to Everything

This cottage will give you the feel of living in the past but you will still have all the comforts of home. Just steps from the tennis courts, playground and walking trails. This cottage is what you desire if you crave the authentic feel of 100 years past. Thin walls, creaky floors and narrow steps are just a few of its charms . Remember to bring your Netflix and Prime passwords for fast wireless internet connection. Cottage is cleaned and sanitized after each visit. Don’t forget there are many attractions very close by including Hershey Park, Dutch Wonderland and the PA Renaissance Fair & Winery. Not to mention you are steps away from the walking trails of Governor Dick Park, the Gretna Playhouse, mini golf, a roller rink and the famous Jigger Shoppe ice cream parlor... and some wonderful eateries and restaurants. There is something going on almost every night including plays and live music. There is also a magnificent lake so close you can see it from the porch. This beautiful lake offers a beach, swimming and kayaking. We also have contactless check-in that is standard for your convenience. Hope to see you soon at the Butterfly Cottage!

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: This a a rule from the township

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,008 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights
Leave both parking passes on the kitchen island before you leave
Take trash out to trash cans before you leave
If leaving on a Sunday, please bring trash cans out to the front of the driveway
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No fires or candles permitted in township. Back patio is useable pending weather conditions and time of year.
Noise ordinance stats at 7pm-7:00am per township
Guests have option to bring your own linens & towels and we will then issue a $50 credit per request

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Keep in mind there are steps in the cottage

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
This a a rule from the township

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Butterfly Everything Lebanon
Butterfly Cottage Close to Everything Cottage
Butterfly Cottage Close to Everything Lebanon
Butterfly Cottage Close to Everything Cottage Lebanon

About the neighborhood

Map
Mt Gretna, PA

What's nearby

  • Gretna Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Clarence Schock Memorial Park at Governor Dick - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Spooky Nook Sports - 23 min drive - 27.9 km
  • Hersheypark - 24 min drive - 23.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Bird Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Quentin Tavern - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Absinthe Garden - ‬9 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?

Onsite 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?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Butterfly Cottage Close to Everything located?

Situated in Lebanon, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Gretna Theatre and Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach. Clarence Schock Memorial Park at Governor Dick is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) away.

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Butterfly Cottage Close to Everything Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 117 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 117 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 117 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 117 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 117 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

8.0

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dylan T.

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

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

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

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin L.

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

10/10 Excellent

Marc O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Due to unfortunate circumstances, we had to change our stay until September 12-15. Our stay was magical. The cottage is amazing and peaceful. Filled with charm. The back patio is serene. And, the front porch is perfect for morning coffee.
The back patio is perfect place to relax.
Just a wonderful touch of whimsy.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Richard K.

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

10/10 Excellent

Ginny

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

Charming and Relaxing

Idealic setting in a charming house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet E.

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

Jan

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

10/10 Excellent

Sherry B.

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

8/10 Good

Mary Jo D.

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

Nice cottage

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

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh C.

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

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa L., New York

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

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

Perfect place for a weekend or extended stay

I stayed at Butterfly Cottage for several weeks during a work assignment in the area. Going back to Mount Gretna every evening was much better than a hotel, and the hosts of Butterfly Cottage thoughtful, communicated well and made sure the cottage was clean and well-appointed. I look forward to coming back soon.
Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah R.

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

Father son's get away

Property was perfect for our get away. Owner was responsive to our questions
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

10/10 Excellent

Marianne M., U.S.A.

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

10/10 Excellent

Alex S.

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

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

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

Longtime Childhood Friends Gathering For A Relaxing Weekend

We love Gretna and had a wonderful stay at your charming home! The home is very functional with all of the basics, and cutely decorated. The wine, chocolates, and k-cups were a nice treat! It was very clean, and well organized. The AC and TV's in each bedroom were great! Our favorite thing to do was "Porch Sit", relaxing and catching up with long time friends. We went to the lake, and hit up the Jigger Shop too. Thank you Jason and Marcy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

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

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

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

Vacation

Wonderful family time
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

lauren s.

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

Cottage in the woods

The cottage was just like it was advertised. It was a comfortable place to unwind for a week.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise R.

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

Cute and close to everything!

We stayed in the cottage for the art show and we loved it. The cottage was clean and very well appointed. The host thought of everything and we had everything we needed. We were even greeted with a bottle of wine and some chocolates! Excellent stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage fit in very well with the Mt. Gretna aesthetic. Loved the outdoor areas. Back patio felt secluded and enjoyed the gas grill.Picnic table in front porch was perfect alternative when it rained. AC did great job of cooling house. Kitchen was well equipped for our party of 6. Hosts were very responsive and the welcome gift was a nice touch. We would definitely stay at the Butterfly Cottage again. Parking for 2 vehicles is provided. Note that the driveway is tight. If you have a larger vehicle, you’ll want to use the street parking right out front.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

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

Great area

Great area to stay in. Close to Hershey park hiking/bike trails. Easy check in, very clean home. Owners respond to messages almost immediately.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023