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Charming cottage overlooking pond and meadows

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Interior
3 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
3 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels, soap
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Charming cottage overlooking pond and meadows

Book our cottage with cabin decor , pine interior walls , well furnished with locally build hardwood furniture , hike to the Susquehanna river with a trailhead starting across the street from property , 30 minutes from Sight and Sound , Dutch Wonderland and all Lancaster County has to offer. Bike or stroll down Tucquan glen Rd and follow the winding creek . Or relax on the patio with view of pond and creek. Go for a swim in the pond.. Pinnacle overlook is just a few miles with stunning evening views. Safe harbor dam and much much more ..,With the temperatures rising we are all looking for ways to cool off. Did you know that there are plenty of activities to do along the Susquehanna River? Whether you are a hiker, biker, fisher, or just outdoor enthusiast there is probably an activity for you.

Love to bike? Whether you are a cyclist or weekend cruiser you’re sure to enjoy the Northwest River Trail. This rail trail connects the river towns of Columbia, Marietta, and Bainbridge where you can explore the unique history of each on two wheels. It offers breathtaking views of the river along the way as well as plenty of shade as you roll along. With a wonderful picnic area and information about the County’s riverland region, the Columbia Crossing River Trails Center provides a great starting place for your adventure.

If you prefer hiking we recommend a visit to Chickies Rock Park. With two overlooks, visitors can take in the incredible vistas of the Susquehanna River. There are also pavilions, picnic areas, and ball fields available- plan to make a day out of it! Rock climbers can often be seen scaling the rock faces along the trail. You can also head over to Pinnacle Point Overlook, which offers stunning views of the Susquehanna. The safe harbor trestle bridge just opened this summer , if you like hiking etc you truly need to check it out. Just a side note , some cell phones will not have service as we are down in the hollow , but you do have service on top of the hill . There is a landline phone free to use and we do have wifi . Rainy day? We have a 32" infinity 1 up game table that offers tons of electronic games ..hours of entertainment for children and adults alike . Any questions or concerns feel free to contact us. While it is more of a rustic interior , we completely redid the bathroom and refinished the interior walls , you will be impressed!
It is a contact free check in etc.. unless you prefer otherwise , let us know ..John and his family live directly across the street and can help if you have any needs..

Property manager

John S. Family and Brandon Douts

Languages

German

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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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, 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

About the neighborhood

Map
Holtwood, PA

What's nearby

  • Holtwood Dam - 12 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Lancaster County Convention Center - 27 min drive - 22.1 km
  • Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square - 27 min drive - 22.2 km
  • American Music Theatre Lancaster - 33 min drive - 29.3 km
  • Dutch Wonderland - 33 min drive - 29.6 km

Getting around

  • Lancaster Station - 33 min drive
  • Lancaster, PA (LNS) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Conestoga Wagon Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Rawlinsville Hotel - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dolce Vita Pizzaria & Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Frogtown Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Rosie's Pizza - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming cottage overlooking pond and meadows pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming cottage overlooking pond and meadows?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming cottage overlooking pond and meadows?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming cottage overlooking pond and meadows located?

This family-friendly Holtwood cottage is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Steinman Run, Muddy Run Recreation Park and Holtwood Nature Preserve. Pollinator Park and Kelly's Run Nature Preserve are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Charming cottage overlooking pond and meadows Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Todd J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving getaway.
We had a perfect, relaxing time at the property. It had great amenities and was just what we wanted after the Thanksgiving holiday.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay
Excellent stay
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marty K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
Very cleaned and well designed place, out in the country. We stayed in the winter, but I bet this is a great spot during the warm months as well. Will book again if I’m coming back to the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

William V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay.
Nice clean place to stay. Plenty of things to do around the area. In quiet area also. Highly recommended. Rustic wood furniture.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deana G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Time
Very clean, welcoming place. We enjoyed our stay very much. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet cabin getaway
The house was clean and cozy. The coffee cake that was left for us to enjoy was delicious. Would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great Place to stay, easy to find, clean and very friendy owners.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rustic lodge close to tourist areas
Great amount of space to relax and enjoy and nice girls weekend. Close to restaurants and yet very peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friends Getaway
We loved the property. Cozy atmosphere for catching up.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
The home and surrounding property was beautiful and well-kept. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place
Had a great time with the Grans.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful quiet property
Nice place with plenty of room the four of us. Clean, was nice to sit by fire and listen to the pond fountain at night. Also close to sight and sound theatre. Loved that there was a gameboard instead of tv-s
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place
The house and property were amazing! We had a wonderful time and would highly recommend staying here!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very peaceful stay!
very peaceful and relaxing! Our kids loved playing in the pond and seeing the farm animals next door.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome stay
This is the place to stay if you are visiting the Lancaster, PA area. Clean, cozy and quite. We plan on booking this house on our next visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice getaway
Nic
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This unique home was perfect for my family of 6. Host was very kind and available any time I had questions or concerns. The atmosphere is relaxing, beds comfortable, water pressure is excellent, beautiful outside, perfect deck w/lights for spending time on, and the gaming system tabel was an added bonus for everyone. This home had it all and more. Lastly, it was the perfect central location for touring cities like Lancaster, Gettysburg, and Philadelphia. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cottage!
We had an excellent time. The kids loved the yard and running all around! The pond was gorgeous & the kids loved the chickens! Inside was so cozy and added bonus all the books/blankets and the game table amazing! Thanks for the cobbler dessert left for us upon arrival it was delish! Thank you for sharing your cottage with us! We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Better than Expected!
This was a wonderful stay. We enjoyed the property very much - the pond being the main attraction. We splashed all day. The backyard, porch and especially the pond were even better than the pictures!!! Thank you!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

moshe t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
wonderful stay
house very well maintained, provide all supplies needed, property extraordinary clean and precious, lots of fun on premises, swimming, peddle boating, fishing, trampoline jumping, nice thick grass to run and play. we enjoyed every moment, no need to take our active children any where else. thanks again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice!!
Stayed with my wife, daughter, son and some extended family. The house was clean and cozy. Property was very nice as well. My kids loved swimming in the pond. Everyone loved the home and the area it was in. I would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cabin, Very Cozy
Honestly a lot better than I expected. Once we got there we didn’t want to leave!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
PA Weekend
Clean easy and as advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great get away
What a wonderful, charming home!! We had a family get together and just loved the house - it had so much charm! We enjoyed playing games and hanging by the fireplace. Thank you for a wonderful getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable
This is a lovely cabin, it’s comfortable, clean and very spacious. A very much recommended trip if you are looking to get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023