Rural Retreat with Suburban Proximity!

Centrally Located/Close to Hershey, Gettysburg, Harrisburg: Relaxing Grove Retreat – Pool, Deck, Pond, Fire Pit, Playground, Large Private Yard, Wildlife


Sleeps 8, 4 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths, 1 Half Bath

Hershey, Gettysburg, and the Dutch Country are at your fingertips, yet you'll have pure relaxation when staying in this comfortable 1,400 sq ft home that sits on 29+ private acres.

Conveniently located from the following locations –

PA Farm Show Complex (Sportsmans Show, Farm Show & Auto Show) – 12 min., 7 miles
Harrisburg, PA – (City Island, State Museum, etc.…) – 22 min., 8.3 miles
Carlisle Fairgrounds – 28 min., 18.4 miles
Hershey, PA (Hershey Park, Chocolate World, Hollywood Casino, etc.…) – 33 min., 22.2 miles
Ski Round Top – 34 min., 21.9 miles
Gettysburg, PA (Battlefields, Outlets, Museums, etc.…) – 54 min., 43.1 miles
Lancaster, PA (Dutch Country) – 57 min., 47.1 miles

The house is located just off of exit 61 on interstate 81. All other major highways are minutes away (including the Pennsylvania Turnpike). You couldn’t find a better location for vacationing in Central PA!

Several unique amenities that set The Grove property apart from its competition -

1. Expansive private 15+ acre back yard perfect for picnics, walks and enjoying nature.
2. 1 acre pond - No swimming permitted in pond. Pond is not stocked with fish.
3. Large above ground pool with attached deck perfect for relaxing, sunbathing and entertaining family and friends. Also great for outdoor dining! The pool is cleaned and maintained on a weekly basis throughout the summer.
4. Fire pit great for roasting marshmallows, hot dogs or making s’mores.
5. Playground and swing set ideal for keeping the little ones occupied for hours
6. Indoor working fire place for gathering around and relaxing in the fall & winter months

The Grove home features the following -

First Floor –
Full-size kitchen: The kitchen is located just off the outside deck for easy dining and entertaining. It is fully equipped with a gas stove, microwave, large refrigerator, dishwasher, coffee maker, small flat screen TV, spacious island with bar stools, and kitchen table with chairs. The kitchen is also fully stocked with pots, pans, plates, glassware and all utensils needed for dining or entertaining.

Living room: The living room has a working fireplace and a comfortable leather couch and chairs along with a flat screen TV. Cable and wifi are included.

Deck: Table with chairs and umbrella, lounge chairs

Master bedroom: Queen bed and master bath

Half bathroom: Located just off of the living room and kitchen

Washer and dryer: Located just off of the kitchen

Second Floor –
Second bedroom: Queen bed, a desk with mirror and chair, desk with chair

Third bedroom: Full sized bed

Fourth bedroom: Twin day bed with a pull out twin bed on the bottom.

Full bathroom

Internet -- WIFI included.

TV - Netflix included. DVD player. Currently no cable.

Reservations - We mostly book through HomeAway or VRBO (or other affiliated websites) because it’s safe and secure for our guests. Payment is either by credit card or e-check (electronic bank transfer.) If you choose credit, HomeAway charges a 3% fee, which is deducted from your security deposit refund. E-check is free. Due to insurance regulations, we rent only to those over the age of 25. For smokers, we ask that you smoke outside only and properly dispose of cigarette butts.

Cancellation policy - If guests have to cancel, we will do our best to re-rent the dates at the same rate. If we are successful, we refund your payment in full. If not, we do not refund. We recommend that our guests consider travel insurance.

Pet policy – Please check with Owner first to see if that type of pet is acceptable.

Household cleaning supplies – located in cleaning supply closet and under kitchen and bathroom sinks.

Linen policy – Bed linens, mattresses, mattress pads, comforters and pillows included. Bed sheets, pillow cases, and bath towels is the responsibility of the guest. If the guest does not want to bring their own, the Owner knows a reputable linen company that can provide them at guest's expenses.

Local stores and restaurants – If you need groceries or gas Weis and Giant are 5 minutes down the road. If you hungry and don’t feel like cooking, Al’s Pizza and Subs, Burger King and Lin’s Wok are only 5 minutes away as well.

We take pride in providing our guests with a clean home that has been well cared for and one that is furnished with many conveniences. You will find the house and grounds well maintained. We live in the area and will respond promptly to any need.