Wake at the Lake! Spend Mornings in Woods, Afternoons at Beach, Nights on Porch

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Bay windows partially surround large dining table in dining room off kitchen

Cozy living room with TV, stereo, fireplace & access to covered front porch!

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4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6123 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Check out the area

Mount Gretna, PA

Gretna Theatre8 min walk
Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach16 min walk
Mount Hope Estate & Winery7 min drive
Harrisburg, PA (MDT-Harrisburg Intl.)30 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Lake hair don't care.

2024 has been named, “the Year of the Arts for Mount Gretna” – book your next getaway now! Summer 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.

IDEAL LOCATION! Under 30 minutes to Spooky Nook Sports Complex in Manheim, Hershey Park & Chocolate World, PA Renaissance Faire & Mount Hope Winery, Lebanon Expo Center, Lancaster’s Outlet Shopping, and Amish Country. Harrisburg's Farm Show Complex & Expo Center only 45 minutes away!

WHAT PEOPLE LOVE! ❤ Here's what guests say they love most about this cottage:

● Very large front porch with rocking chairs, cushioned wicker furniture, and outdoor dining table
● Gas grill - BBQ outside!
● Window Air Conditioning units (Master Bedroom, Sunroom & Living Room), ceiling fans
● FREE INTERNET / WIFI!
● Free, off-street parking for 2 cars

🗝 COTTAGE DETAILS AND AMENITIES:

KITCHEN – Galley kitchen completely stocked with dish sets, cooking utensils, cups, mugs, flatware, pots & pans, and appliances: stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, toaster, and 12-cup coffee maker - all that you need to prepare meals for the family. Opens into separate dining room and overlooks air-conditioned sunroom with additional dining table and access to back patio with gas (propane) grill/BBQ!

DINING ROOM – Separate dining room off the kitchen features lots of windows, an extra-large dining table and direct access to an outdoor dining table on the front porch through a double set of screen doors.

LAUNDRY – Full-size, modern stackable washer and dryer in sunroom.

LIVING ROOM – Cozy living room with bay window provides space to relax with cable TV and a DVD player, stereo, telephone with long-distance phone service, a fireplace and window air conditioning unit. Front door leads to porch.

BEDROOMS –
Bedroom 1: 2nd floor Master bedroom with double size bed, dresser, and window air conditioning unit.
Bedroom 2: 2nd floor bedroom with double size bed and dresser.
Bedroom 3: 2nd floor bedroom with double size bed and dresser.
Bedroom 4: 2nd floor bedroom with single size bed, dresser, access to 2nd floor balcony, and half bathroom.

BATHROOMS –
Bathroom 1: Full bathroom on 2nd floor with clawfoot bathtub and shower combination, toilet, and vanity
Bathroom 2: Half bathroom on 2nd floor (in Bedroom 4) with toilet and vanity

FIREPLACE – Available in October only, please enjoy the indoor wood burning fireplace in the living room.

WIFI – FREE HIGH-SPEED INTERNET / WIFI!

FREE PARKING! Free, off-street parking at the cottage for two (2) cars.

BOOKING – 2-night minimum. 10% discount for stays 7+ nights!

PLEASE NOTE... Bed sheets, towels & paper products are NOT provided. Pillows and blankets are provided.

Absolutely no smoking or campfires. All open flame outdoor burning is prohibited except in an approved grill for purposes of cooking. Charging of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) or plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) at the cottage is not allowed.

Quiet Hours of 10 PM to 7 AM (Monday – Thursday), and 11 PM to 7 AM (Friday and Saturday) strictly enforced. All of Sunday is a “quiet day.” This cottage is in Mount Gretna Campmeeting. Additional Rules & Regulations apply.

RESTAURANTS & ATTRACTIONS – Within walking distance to the area’s eateries: Porch & Pantry, 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 Mount Gretna, Pennsylvania’s many 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, Tennis (please contact Penn Realty for tennis court passes), Horseback Riding Trails, Bird Watching & Wildlife Viewing, Cross-Country Skiing, Hunting, Mountain Climbing, Bouldering, Basketball & more.

MOUNT GRETNA LAKE & BEACH: Opening for the season May 25, 2024! Eight miles of beach and mountain stream-fed lake featuring swimming with floating docks, over-water swings, kayak, canoe, tube & beach chair rentals, play area and snack bar. Beach access not included with cottage rental. The Lake is a popular attraction and has a daily capacity limit. To ensure access during your stay, PURCHASE TICKETS IN ADVANCE ON THEIR WEBSITE! mtgretnalake.com

MOUNT GRETNA THEATRE: America’s oldest summer theatre since 1927! Historic, open-air playhouse offering outdoor theatrical productions, musical events, and children's and family programming. gretnatheatre.org
A VERY EXCITING LINEUP FOR THE 2024 SEASON!
“The Greatest Love for Whitney – A Whitney Houston Tribute” – May 30 – June 2
“Burt & Me” – June 20 – 23
“Chess In Concert” – July 11 – 20
“Every Brillant Thing” – August 1 – 4
“Great Balls of Fire” - August 22 - 25

CICADA FESTIVAL: “Music in the Mountains!” Save the dates for the 2024 season! August 5 – 8, 12 & 13, 2024.

50TH ANNUAL MOUNT GRETNA OUTDOOR ART SHOW ~ August 17 & 18, 2024 ~ Surround yourself with art under the trees of old Chautauqua! Considered one of the best shows in the country! Masters in painting, pottery, metalwork, photography, jewelry making, carpentry and more all come together to offer one-of-a-kind, hand-crafted items. Awarded Sunshine Magazine’s “200 Best” for more than a decade and ranked a top tourist event in Lebanon County, Pennsylvania. mtgretnaarts.com

Stay Awhile at Linger Long! The Lebanon Daily News reported in 1892, “...Chautauqua and Campmeeting are occupied by persons who love to linger around the pleasant scenes of this delightful place and to drink in all that is to be seen and heard." Perhaps this is where the name, "Linger Long," came from, for you are sure to want to stay awhile too.

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Penn Realty, LTD

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Hot tub

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please review our Rental Agreement and Rules prior to making payment.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Lebanon

Located in Lebanon, this cottage is in the city centre 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Mount Gretna, PA

What's nearby

Gretna Theatre - 8 min walk
Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach - 16 min walk
Mount Hope Estate & Winery - 7 min drive
Spooky Nook Sports - 24 min drive
Hersheypark - 29 min drive

Getting around

Elizabethtown Station - 21 min drive
Lancaster, PA (LNS) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 10 min drive
Starbucks - 11 min drive
Panera Bread - 11 min drive
McDonald's - 17 min drive
Jersey Mike's - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wake at the Lake! Spend Mornings in Woods, Afternoons at Beach, Nights on Porch pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Wake at the Lake! Spend Mornings in Woods, Afternoons at Beach, Nights on Porch?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Wake at the Lake! Spend Mornings in Woods, Afternoons at Beach, Nights on Porch?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wake at the Lake! Spend Mornings in Woods, Afternoons at Beach, Nights on Porch?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Wake at the Lake! Spend Mornings in Woods, Afternoons at Beach, Nights on Porch located?

Located in the heart of Lebanon, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Gretna Theatre, Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach and Clarence Schock Memorial Park at Governor Dick. Mount Hope Estate & Winery and Cornwall Iron Furnace are also within 6 miles (10 km).

8.4

Very good

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

24 Jul 2023

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

glimpse into gretna

It is very much a family summer cottage, and that is part of its charm. The porch is gracious and comfortable, the bedrooms too. The cottage is quite dark (for those who may not be familiar with Mt. Gretna cottages!) because the walls are original wood and the whole place is surrounded with trees. There is little overhead lighting, so be warned! However, the cottage is well equipped with modern electronics and conveniences. The small kitchen has no counter space, so probably don't plan big baking projects here! It's a lovely place for enjoying the woods, sitting on the porch listening to the woodthrushes and katydids, and enjoying and all the charms that Mt. Gretna has to offer. I was particularly delighted to find traces here of Lena, a childhood friend of my grandmother's in the 1920s, in a couple of framed photographs and a commemorative plate - evidence of the cottage's long personal history! Don't come expecting slick modern comfort and fixtures - relax and enjoy a very individualized family space. It's a lovely place for a getaway.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelby T.

10 Sept 2023

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

Beautiful getaway for the week

We came for the renfaire nearby and found ourselves just as entranced and entertained by the cabin we stayed in! Definitely going to be one we come back to later

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Ellen C.

1 Sept 2023

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

Great cottage

Cottage was beautiful and had all the charm of historical mount Gretna cottages. It was a great location too! Our only complaint was how limited supplies and things were…there were no linens (towels, sheets, pillow cases, etc) or basic supplies like toilet paper or paper towels. They did make sure we knew that prior to arriving and it was clearly outlined! Unfortunately, it just adds stress to find a store in that area and buy all of those things while you’re on vacation. I offered to donate all the things we had purchased but was denied...we didn’t have room in our suitcases so we had to throw it all away. I am sure there is a reason for it but that would be my only suggestion to make the stay more accommodating. Everything else there was great and we love mount Gretna!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Z., Tomball, TX

16 Aug 2023

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

Mt Gretna was great

The cottage and the area was so charming. Frank was so helpful. I would definitely like to go back and explore the area more.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

7 Aug 2023

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

Family Getaway

Always a pleasure to stay in Mount Gretna. Cottage was spacious and the host was very pleasant. Loved sitting on the porch in the mornings watching the squirrels and listening to the birds. Cottage has everything you need for your stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Penn Realty, LTD

Penn Realty LTD has colorful, historical vacation cottages available for rent year-round in beautiful Mount Gretna, Pennsylvania. We are a professional, full-time real estate agency and property management company located in the heart of Mount Gretna, a small Victorian community originally founded in the late 1800’s as a resort destination that continues to come alive each Summer.

Our knowledgeable staff has been servicing Mount Gretna, Pennsylvania, and the surrounding area for over 25 years and will help provide you with a vacation you are sure to remember.

Why they chose this property

Mount Gretna, Pennsylvania is known not only for its historical, architectural, and spiritual components, but also for its arts, culture, musical performances, and educational programming - yoga, lectures on science, religion, book reviews, etc.

Within walking distance to area restaurants, an award-winning ice cream parlor and attractions such as Mount Gretna Lake & Beach, which features floating docs, over-water swings, beach, play area, snack bar, swimming and canoe rentals and the historical open-air playhouse at Mount Gretna Theatre, offering outdoor theatrical productions, musical events, and children's and family programming.

Hiking and biking on the Lebanon Valley Rail Trail, Roller-skating, Miniature golf, Playgrounds, Tennis, Horseback riding, Bird watching, Wildlife viewing, Cross-country skiing, Hunting, Mountain climbing, Bouldering, Basketball, Antiquing, Outlet Shopping and much, much more.