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Winter Family Visit - Gather by Fireplace at Nostalgic Gretna Cottage

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A porch with wicker furniture, a lamp, and a view of the forest. - Winter Family Visit - Gather by Fireplace at Nostalgic Gretna Cottage (Mount Gretna)
A covered patio with wicker furniture, ceiling fans, and large windows. - Winter Family Visit - Gather by Fireplace at Nostalgic Gretna Cottage (Mount Gretna)
A two-story cabin surrounded by dense greenery, with a visible deck and large windows. - Winter Family Visit - Gather by Fireplace at Nostalgic Gretna Cottage (Mount Gretna)
A wooden staircase with stone steps leading to a house. - Winter Family Visit - Gather by Fireplace at Nostalgic Gretna Cottage (Mount Gretna)
A wooden interior with a dining table, chairs, and a chandelier. - Winter Family Visit - Gather by Fireplace at Nostalgic Gretna Cottage (Mount Gretna)
Take advantage of golfing on site, a garden, and a playground at Winter Family Visit - Gather by Fireplace at Nostalgic Gretna Cottage. Adventurous travelers may like the kayaking at this cottage. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Winter Family Visit - Gather by Fireplace at Nostalgic Gretna Cottage


  • Here's what guests say they love most ❤ :

    ● Swap office walls for a peaceful cottage retreat! Fully equipped for remote work with high-speed internet, a quiet desk setup, and both Keurig and drip coffee machines
    ● Pillows, blankets, bed sheets, and bath towels provided
    ● DIRECT CHECK-IN WITH HASSLE-FREE, KEYLESS ENTRY!
    ● Screened-in, wrap-around porch with a gas grill, outdoor dining table, plenty of comfortable seats, ceiling fans & overhead lights
    ● DOG FRIENDLY! Dogs allowed and welcomed


    THE COTTAGE
    KITCHEN – Well-equipped kitchen with lots of counter space, recessed lighting, extra-large double sink under bright window, laptop workstation with chair, and stainless-steel appliances - huge refrigerator and freezer, dishwasher, flat-top stove & oven with over the range microwave, and toaster. Keurig & 12-cup Mr. Coffee machines and fully stocked with dish sets, pots and pans, silverware, mixing bowls, cups, wine glasses, mugs, pitchers, cutting board, cooking utensils, blender, crock pot and pantry items - everything needed to prepare meals at the cottage. Exterior door to side patio with large gas (propane) grill/BBQ.

    DINING ROOM – Open dining room off the kitchen and living room with views of the lake, a large table under chandelier lighting for everyone to eat together and hardwood flooring. This cottage features an outdoor dining table for four on the screened in, wrap around porch too!

    LAUNDRY – Full size washer and dryer located in the 1st floor half bathroom. Iron & Board. Clothing hampers provided.

    BEDROOMS - Pillows, blankets, bed sheets, and bath towels are provided.
    Bedroom 1: 2nd floor Master bedroom with king size bed, full bathroom, desk (for remote working needs) and private 3rd floor balcony. Wall air conditioning unit and 2 ceiling fans.
    Bedroom 2: 2nd floor bedroom with 2 single beds, dresser, and armchair. Portable Air conditioning unit and ceiling fan.
    Bedroom 3: 2nd floor bedroom with queen size bed and dresser. Portable Air conditioning unit and ceiling fan.
    *Den provides additional private sleeping area with a brand-new trundle bed (2 twin XL size beds that convert to a king size bed) and workstation with built-in charging ports.

    LIVING ROOM – Comfortable place for the whole family to gather with a large couch and loveseat, additional oversized chair and rocking chair. Watch your favorite shows as usual on the large, flat-screen Smart TV (don't forget your Fire Stick!) or curl up in front of the remote-controlled electric fireplace. Board games, toys, and books for children too! Direct access to wrap around porch. French doors lead to den.

    PORCH - Screened-in, wrap-around porch surrounded by huge trees with a gas grill, outdoor dining table, plenty of comfortable seats, ceiling fans & overhead lights

    DEN – Additional room to spread out in the separate den! A large desk with charging ports provides a quiet workspace if needed, and extra sleeping space too with a brand-new trundle bed (2 twin XL size beds that convert to a king size bed).

    BATHROOMS -
    Bathroom 1: Half bathroom located on 1st floor with toilet, vanity, washer & dryer.
    Bathroom 2: Full bathroom located on 2nd floor in Master Bedroom with bathtub and separate stand-up shower, oversized vanity with double sinks and gigantic mirror. Access to private balcony too!
    Bathroom 3: Full bathroom located near bedrooms off 2nd floor hallway.

    WIFI – FREE HIGH-SPEED INTERNET / WIFI!

    FIREPLACE – Remote-controlled, electric fireplace in living room.

    FREE PARKING! Two off-street parking spaces provided. Please note, on-street parking by permit only. Parking permits available for an additional fee. Please note, cottage is built into hillside, and the driveway has a slope. Drivers of lower or larger vehicles may be more comfortable parking in the street.

    Other things to note...2-night minimum. Monthly stay discounts! This cottage is dog friendly ($200 additional fee).

    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.

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About the area

Located in Lebanon, this cottage is in the city center and on a lake. 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. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledding. Visit our Lebanon travel guide
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Mount Gretna, PA

What's nearby

  • A water park with a water fountain, a Ferris wheel, and various colorful play structures.
    Hersheypark
    25 min drive - 26.2 km
  • Conewago Lake
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Gretna Theatre
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Clarence Schock Memorial Park at Governor Dick
    3 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    11 min drive
  • Isaac’s Craft Kitchen & Brewery
    11 min drive
  • Jersey Mike's Subs
    10 min drive
  • Colebrook Tavern
    5 min drive
  • Dunkin'
    11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Winter Family Visit - Gather by Fireplace at Nostalgic Gretna Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Winter Family Visit - Gather by Fireplace at Nostalgic Gretna Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Winter Family Visit - Gather by Fireplace at Nostalgic Gretna Cottage?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Winter Family Visit - Gather by Fireplace at Nostalgic Gretna Cottage located?

Located in the heart of Lebanon, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Conewago Lake and Gretna Theatre. Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach and Clarence Schock Memorial Park at Governor Dick are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Winter Family Visit - Gather by Fireplace at Nostalgic Gretna Cottage Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 82 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean quit house. We had a great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing getaway

Peaceful stay. Location is quiet, cozy, convenient to Lititz, Hershey, Manheim.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Annual Gretna Trip

Property was great and in a good location. Was everything we needed, would consider booking here again without question.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Mt Gretna vacation

We enjoyed our stay. The screened in porch is wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family holiday trip

The house was wonderful and we loved the area. Our kids had a great time. Highly recommend for families.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice house, 3 bathrooms were great when you have more then a couple of people. Big kitchen, master bath was nice with a shower and separate bath tub, lits of towel provided! master bedroom was aslo large . We definitely recommend this house for a nice stay
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hershey weekend

This place was a great weekend get away. Located in a wooded neighborhood on a hillside, this location was less than 30 minutes from Hershey and had lots great options for dining experiences in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Had a blast!

Never wanted to leave the porch! Had all the amenities we needed! Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time and wonderful location

The pictures of the screened in porch sold us and it did not dissapoint. We too k our dogs with us for the first time on vacation and it was so worth it. Loved the relaxing
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Fun Older Home

Great location between Hershey and Lancaster, where we spent most of our time. Homey and roomy in a beautiful spot in the woods.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfy quiet stay

Loved the house. Plenty of room for 5. Huge kitchen. Comfortable bedrooms. Quiet retreat.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay for our Renn Faire Group

This is our second year staying in Mt Gretna for the Renn Faire and our first stay at this location. The house was clean, comfortable and fully stocked with everything we needed for a long weekend stay. Perfect for groups and families and also our fur babies!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
The place is beautiful and very comfortable for a family. The views are also beautiful.The only drawbacks are that the steep driveway is not ideal for parking especially in inclement weather. The other part is that I specifically asked if the place would be decorated for the holidays with the tree since we were there over Christmas and it was not decorated. All in all- we had a nice stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very enjoyable

Layout of house and updates were as advertised. Very conveniently located to lake, park, tabernacle, etc. We would stay at this location again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mt. Gretna

The house was very comfortable with a well equipped kitchen. The perfect place for a get-away weekend with friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Chillin on the porch

We spent a long weekend with a good amount of time relaxing on the spacious and delightful porch. Walkable to restaurants and for exploring Mt Gretna. A very nice spot for a getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great vacation

What a cute property! Love that the lake and playground are so close. We didn’t get a chance to check out the ice cream shop or any of the restaurants since we made ribs for Father’s Day so we hope to come back! Thanks for a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Up, up, up and under the trees

Great porch, although slanted floor - comfy furniture, spent hours out there. Can't beat the neighborhood and walkable amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house In beautiful location

Our family of 5 adults, 2?kids, and our dog. We had plenary of space in the home and we were conveniently located to all the places we wanted to go.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

PSA Weekend

The house was very large and spacious. Plenty of room for me and my friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location and accommodations!

We have rented at Mount Gretna many times and this property is the best that we have stayed at. The location was perfect, close to everything yet secluded. The kitchen was equipped with all of the necessities and more. The rooms were large and the furniture was comfortable. We plan to come back in the summer when the shops, restaurants and lake are open and we can enjoy the outdoor living spaces.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy Cabin feeling

We had a lovely stay in the cozy historic cabin. Feels like a 1950s movie with all the updates of modern living. Our host had all the information available in emails and at the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

November Splendor

We have been coming to Gretna for nearly 40 years! For the last few years to enjoy the peace and quiet of autumn. This house is so comfortable and well equipped with the plus of being dog friendly. Can’t recommend it highly enough!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely cottage in a super nice area.

Very nice cottage. Great size rooms. We were only there for a few short days & it rained like crazy. We still made the best of it utilizing the very large & well equipped kitchen. Family time around the dining room & lounging on the beautiful porch. Definitely would request another stay 😊
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lovely cabin!

A lovely cabin in the Mt Gretna woods - near the lake and the shops! Very toddler friendly (much appreciated) and functional! The grill ran out of propane on the second night and we thought there could have been more attention to the cleanliness of the entry way porch. Otherwise a nice break for our family! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024