Mount Gretna, Pennsylvania's charm is calling. Mount Gretna Lake Cottage offers a warm welcome with its wrap-around porch and stone fireplace perfect for cozy nights in. Unwind with modern appliances in the updated kitchen, enjoy high-speed WiFi throughout, or take a short stroll to local eateries like Porch & Pantry and Hide-A-Way Restaurant.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6114 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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About this property
The Happy Cottage! Mt. Gretna trails + AC
Here's what guests say they love most ❤ :
● DIRECT CHECK-IN! ● Pillows, blankets, bed sheets, and bath towels provided ● DOG FRIENDLY! Dogs allowed and welcomed ● Rocking chairs surrounded by flowering bushes and mature trees on the large, elevated porch with hanging lights PLUS private brick patio with gas grill/BBQ. ● 1st floor private bedroom, two additional bedrooms on 2nd floor ● CENTRAL AIR and wood burning fireplace
THE COTTAGE KITCHEN – Updated kitchen with beautiful floor-to-ceiling cabinetry, recessed lighting, large double sink under window, lots of counter space, modern appliances – Stove/Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, toaster, Keurig coffee machine & fully stocked with dish sets, silverware, pots and pans, cups, mugs - everything needed to prepare meals.
LAUNDRY - Full size washer and dryer located in basement.
BEDROOMS – Pillows, blankets, bed sheets, and bath towels are provided. Bedroom 1: 1st floor bedroom with single size bed, desk, and chair (for remote working needs) surrounded by 3 windows. Bedroom 2: 2nd floor Master bedroom with Queen size bed Bedroom 3: 2nd floor bedroom with 1 Queen and 1 single size bed, TV. *Living Room provides additional sleeping area with double size pullout bed
LIVING ROOM - Bright, comfortable living room with shiplap ceiling & hardwood flooring provides an ideal gathering place with large leather couch (double size pullout bed), oversized chair, rocking chair, and bay window with seating. Watch your favorite shows as usual on the large, flat-screen Smart TV with streaming services, or curl up in front of the stone fireplace with hand-painted tiles. Corner built-in desk and bookcase too! A set of French doors leads directly onto the porch. Opens into DINING ROOM with modern stool seating at table for 6.
PORCH - Relax on rocking chairs surrounded by flowering bushes and mature trees on the large, elevated porch with hanging lights PLUS private brick patio with gas grill/BBQ.
BATHROOMS – Bathroom 1: 1/2 bathroom on 1st floor with toilet, vanity and beautiful stained-glass window Bathroom 2: Newly updated full bathroom on 2nd floor with oversized frameless shower, toilet, and vanity
WIFI - FREE HIGH-SPEED INTERNET / WIFI!
FIREPLACE – Please enjoy the indoor, wood burning fireplace located in the living room of the cottage. Wood stocked at the cottage too!
PARKING - Two (2) off-street parking spaces at the cottage.
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... 2-night minimum. 10% discount for stays 7 or more nights, year-round.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Furnished patio
Garden
Gas grill
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
3 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Area rugs in public areas
Handrails in stairways
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Tile flooring in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Meal delivery service
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping mall
On a lake
Things to do
Bicycle parking
Golf
Kayak
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Spelunking nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks 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)
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:
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.
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total pets
Note from host: DOG FRIENDLY - Dogs allowed and welcomed!
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 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
This property does not have elevators
About the neighborhood
Located in Lebanon, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. The Hershey Story Museum 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 sledding and ice skating. Visit our Lebanon travel guide
Is The Happy Cottage! Mt. Gretna trails + AC
pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Happy Cottage! Mt. Gretna trails + AC
?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Happy Cottage! Mt. Gretna trails + AC
?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Happy Cottage! Mt. Gretna trails + AC
located?
Situated on a lake, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Gretna Theatre and Conewago Lake. Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach and Clarence Schock Memorial Park at Governor Dick are also within 2 mi (3 km).
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The Happy Cottage! Mt. Gretna trails + AC
Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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The house was well stocked and clean. The bedding and beds were very comfortable. We enjoyed our stay. The neighbors were all friendly and, like us, enjoying an afternoon walk when the weather was warm enough.
Ashley was great to work with! Every time I had a question, she answered me promptly. The House was adorable very Homie had all the amenities that I needed. My dogs and I had a great time and walk around the neighborhood and meeting other people. It was a wonderful experience. Can't wait to come back next year.
We has a wonderful getaway long weekend with friends! Property was well appointed and described accurately in the listing. Enjoyed spending time on the outdoor porch and the kitchen had everything we needed! We’ll be back!
Our stay was very enjoyable despite a cuple suprises on arrival of an entire bunch of smelly rotten bananas on the kitchen counter & overflowing garbage can outside. I contacted the property rental agency & they understood and took care of the problem. The house very well stocked and comfortable. The town was very peaceful with lots of walking roads, trees, outdoor music & events and our favorite place to eat (the Hideaway). Loved the place & the front porch. Next time we will remember to bring hand towels for the half bath & kitchen.
Really enjoyed our Mt Gretna vacation at this property. We used the large front porch with rockers to enjoy tea on the cool mornings and listen to the evening music of Billy Joel and Barry Manilow (2nights). We had dinner at the hideaway and jigger shoppe (with ice cream) and another brass band concert. I loved walking the small streets to view all the houses without worrying about traffic and cars. My son played Mah Jong on the Hall porch. Overall the Gretna calendar of Chautauqua cultural events provided a lot of entertainment within easy walking distance.
I visited MG many summers as a child and was excited to bring my kids to MG. We will be back.
My husband's grandparents owned this cottage in the 1980s and he spent many summers in Mt. Gretna riding bikes, eating ice cream, shucking corn on the patio and celebrating family birthdays. We've visited for day trips over the years and when we saw the cottage for sale last year we knew that if it became a rental we would need to go. Since there are so few properties in the Chautauqua that are rentals I didn't want to miss an opportunity to stay here! Though much of the cottage has been redone, there were some things that remained the same. Our family enjoyed our stay here and it was a very relaxing place to spend a few summer days. We enjoyed rocking on the porch, going for evening walks and vising the Jigger Shop for sundaes and even benefited from hearing a fabulous concert from the porch one evening. Mt. Gretna is a special place in our hearts and we will be back to visit again!
Diane E.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Marcia T.
30 July 2024
Liked: Check-in, location
Disappointed
Location was great!! Visually, the property was charming; looked exactly like photos.
But staying there had drawbacks. Beds were quite hard; we developed backaches. The only window with a screen that allowed it to be opened was in the upstairs bathroom; others had no screens or didn't open. Although TV was new, it was not working upon arrival. Notified agent. TV was still not working when we left. Dining room chairs were, as pictured, heavy stools, most without backs. Using them was awkward and uncomfortable. Agreement did state we'd have to provide our own sheets, towels. Others might feel differently; but we decided this is too much of a bother. Paper products were provided. We appreciated the choice of eco friendly brands.
We had a lovely time! The house was overall comfortable. Besides some outlets that didn’t work and one of the beds being partially broken, it was a lovely stay
Cute cottage on quiet street in endearing Mount Gretna. Hopefully the property owners have added a pasta pot, utensil to clean the grill, a good supply of dishwasher liquid, and new bed pillows.
It was a Lovely, peaceful cottage that allowed our dog to travel with us.
Paul M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Angelique
24 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The house is in a beautiful quiet off the beaten path area, but close enough to everything if you needed something. We were very happy and would definitely stay again!
Our family of five thoroughly enjoyed a few days in this perfect cottage - cooking meals, playing old fashioned games and walking around the community. The property was charming, comfortable and clean - we will be back!
Cottage was clean and well stocked. It was within walking distance to everything we wanted to do, including a play at the outdoor theatre! The front porch was lovely and just right for relaxing. Really enjoyed our stay.