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3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

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

Becky's Gift on Muhlenberg

Take a break at Mount Gretna Lake.

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

● FRESH LINENS (bed sheets & towels) AVAILABLE! Additional $100 Fee
● Large, wrap-around porch with hanging lights, ceilings fans, lots of comfortable seating, a porch swing, outdoor dining table and BBQ/grill too!
● Air Conditioning in each bedroom, wall air conditioning unit on 1st floor

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!

🗝 COTTAGE DETAILS AND AMENITIES:

KITCHEN – Big, bright kitchen with large double sink surrounded by windows, refrigerator and freezer, dishwasher, stove/oven and over the range microwave, toaster, 12-cup coffee machine and fully stocked with dish sets, pots and pans, silverware, cups, mugs, cooking utensils, and pantry items - everything needed to prepare meals at the cottage.

DINING ROOM – Separate dining room overlooks the kitchen with a breakfast bar with stool seat, large table for everyone to eat together, small seating area by bay window, and direct access to wrap around porch.

LAUNDRY – Full-size washer and dryer in basement, iron, and board.

BEDROOMS –
Bedroom 1: 2nd floor Master bedroom with queen size bed surrounded by windows and access to private half bathroom with toilet and vanity
Bedroom 2: 2nd floor bedroom with double size bed and flat-screen TV
Bedroom 3: 2nd floor bedroom with 2 single beds, TV, and desk with chair (for remote working needs)

LIVING ROOM – Plenty of comfortable seating for everyone to gather around the electric fireplace or watch a movie on the flat-screen TV. Lots of board games for the family! Direct access to porch.

BATHROOMS –
Bathroom 1: Full bathroom on 1st floor with toilet, vanity, and separate shower room!
Bathroom 2: Full bathroom on 2nd floor with bathtub and shower combination, toilet, and vanity
Bathroom 3: Half bathroom on 2nd floor in Master Bedroom with toilet and vanity

WIFI – FREE HIGH-SPEED INTERNET / WIFI!

FIREPLACE – Available from October through April, please enjoy the indoor electric fireplace in the living room.

FREE PARKING! Two (2) off-street parking spaces and two (2) on-street parking permits provided. Please note, on-street parking by permit only. Any violation subject to penalty by fine/ticket issued by Cornwall Borough Police.

BOOKING – 3-night minimum. 10% discount for stays 7 nights!

PLEASE NOTE... FRESH BED SHEETS AND TOWELS AVAILABLE! ($100 additional charge). 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 5 PM to 8 AM strictly enforced (Memorial Day through September 15). All of Sunday is a “quiet day.” This cottage is in the Chautauqua Neighborhood District. 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

CICADA FESTIVAL: “Music in the Mountains!”

51ST ANNUAL MOUNT GRETNA OUTDOOR ART SHOW ~ August 16 & 17, 2025 ~ 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

Property manager

Penn Realty, LTD

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sun loungers

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Private spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options
  • Street parking available
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Gas grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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
  • No elevators
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Tennis on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Cave exploring nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Recycling
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Unit size: 1200 sq ft (111 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

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
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

Property is also known as

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Charm Character All in One Describes Beckys Gift
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About the neighborhood

Map
Mt Gretna, PA

What's nearby

  • Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach - 13 min walk
  • Mount Hope Estate & Winery - 7 min drive
  • Spooky Nook Sports - 24 min drive
  • Hershey's Chocolate World - 24 min drive
  • Hersheypark - 29 min drive

Getting around

  • Elizabethtown Station - 20 min drive
  • Lancaster, PA (LNS) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Quentin Tavern - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Becky's Gift on Muhlenberg pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Becky's Gift on Muhlenberg?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Becky's Gift on Muhlenberg?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Becky's Gift on Muhlenberg located?

Located in the heart of Lebanon, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Gretna Theatre and Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach. Clarence Schock Memorial Park at Governor Dick is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) away.

Becky's Gift on Muhlenberg Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 43 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Michael F.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Nightmare
House was dirty and moss covered. Smell on inside affected my wife’s asthma. Were told just before check in that we needed our own sheets otherwise we would be charged for them. Spiders and cobwebs hanging from lights and ceiling. Air conditioners rusted and falling out of the windows. Animal hair all over furniture and on porch furniture. Just a horrible place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Nadine T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and peaceful
It is an old property, but it does provide the needed space for a family. It is also located in a quiet area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jean P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Art show
This property definitely needs some updates & a good cleaning. The living room furniture is very outdated & not at all comfortable because of the condition. I was somewhat disappointed at the amount of rust I spotted in numerous areas. I did enjoy the porch & how convenient it was for everything I needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Joyce M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our visit
Cute old house. Owner dealt with the problem we had. Air conditioner in living room didn’t work well, but the ones in the bedrooms were fantastic!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
The property was quiet and peaceful. Depending on weather, the front porch is a relaxing place. Management was quick and easy to message with. Great set up for our family of 5, with 3 children between 2 and 7 years old. Stairs were steep, but manageable. Clear signs and instructions within the house. Mt. Gretna was a gem in itself with food within walking distance. Overall, lovely stay and hope we can visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Board game weekend
Great space for us to gather for a weekend of board games and laughs. It was a bit too hot weather-wise for us to enjoy the great wraparound deck, so we may have to try again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A week in Mt Gretna
Loved it! The area is so quaint & peaceful
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Sabrina H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute, quaint & whimsical
Property was very cute, quaint... almost whimiscal & fairy tale-ish. Asdie from a few quirks it really was a great place for our family of 6 adults. They enjoyed walking the area, there was a mini golf course, pizza place up the street & the ice cream shop. Property is close to Hershey park (where we spent 2 of our days exploring), grocery stores & pretty much any thing needed. My favorite part was the beautiful patio area that I visited each morning with my coffee. A few things the place needs is a deep cleaning inside & out. Lots of cobwebs & dusty smell when you first enter. Not all the windows open so it was hard to get circulation going. Couldn't get any TV channels or wifi on the TV, but me being mom, was ok with that. :) The stairs are very steep & narrow & we found the house sloped in several areas. Area was beautiful & we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Cynthia T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house and location
Loved the house. Quiet. Peaceful. A few things I’d like to point out. The downstairs shower was more of a dribble than a shower. Basement had water on the floor. Ironing board should be replaced and put upstairs. It’s so rusty and gross the rust came off in my hands. I couldn’t get it to fold up. The grig had 3 plates of old pizza. We left our condiments there as we didn’t have a cooler. Opened them on Monday so have cleaner take them. Loved all the night lights.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very cozy
We did have an unexpected issue and the property management provided excellent service. Would rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Jacqueline V.

Nice little getaway
The house was super cute. We always use our vacations as a moment to disconnect and reconnect. We spent the week eating good food and talking. Some of the downsides in my opinion were the hottub that did not heat. The bugs that were everywhere it was a wooded area so I totally get it. The TV was also an issue zero channels. I brought my work computer so I could catch up some things so we used it as our TV for the week. It wasn't my favorite place we've spent but it served it's purpose. We had a lovely time despite the hiccups
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace and Quiet
Wonderful, restful time. Cottage has everything anyone could want. Great for families or couples. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Denise S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Blast from the Past
I grew up spending my summers hanging out in Mt. Gretna. Staying in the cozy house was a dream come true. Sitting on a Mt. Gretna porch during a summer rain storm and after a fun day at the lake was fantastic. The house had a good kitchen and two and half baths. However, there had been a bit of rain and the musty mildew smell was everywhere. The basement was very damp and was the worst. The house could usI grew up spending my summers hanging out in Mt. Gretna. Staying in this cozy house was a dream come true! Hanging out on a Mt. Gretna porch during a summer rain storm and after a fun day at the lake was fantastic. The house had a good kitchen and two and half baths. However, there was a bit of rain and a musty mildew smell was everywhere. The basement was very damp and was the worst smelling. The house could use a good deep clean to help with the dustingandnew pillows and mattresses might be a good idea the near future. Regardless, the location was great and the porch was worth all of the not do great items. e a good deep clean to help with the dust anf new pillows and mattresses might be a good idea the near future. Regardless, the location was great and the porch was worth all of the not do great items.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nostalgic family vacation!
We had a very nice family vacation at this property in Mt. Gretna! It was an easy walk to the restaurants, shows, etc. Great porch for everyone to hang out on. Easy access to the 1st floor for those with mobility issues (the 2nd floor was a bit steep, but there was a railing). We all appreciated the 2 bathrooms. No problems parking either. Would definitely stay in this very cute home again! Hadn't stayed in Mt. Gretna in many years, and it was just as lovely as I remembered it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Perry L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We had a great time while at our softball tournament
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Mark S., Pittsburgh

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice central location for Hershey/Lebanon/Lancaster
Most of our group grew up in the area, but now live out of town, so we wanted a central hub to reconnect with old friends and memories. We spent most of the time out and about, but grilled some steaks one night at the house and ate at the Hideaway a couple nights too. Don't expect luxury, but this place got the job done!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas in Mt. Gretna
We wanted a true Mt. Gretna experience for Christmas this year and got it with this very beautiful cottage that has been winterized and is very cozy and inviting. We enjoyed our stay and hope to return again very soon.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eugene S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique Vintage Home
The property was convenient to Hershey, PA where my activities were centered. It is in a charming neighborhood of vintage homes. Very welcoming property. Neat and clean. Only consideration is very steep stairs that would not work with anyone mobility impaired.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Robert R., Atlanta, GA

No Linens or Towels!
I've stayed at dozens of properties all over the country and have never had to ask and pay for linens and towels to go with the property. It's an old house that needs to be fumigated. The smell of dampness and mold was repugnant. The floors squeaked really bad. We attend a trade show in Hershey every year and we won't be staying at this property again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Michele S.

Becky's Gift
Overall a nice, quaint property. Very well supplied kitchen, several games, many books and magazines. Nice, quiet surroundings. My only complaint would be the mustiness of the house - it was a little overpowering when we got there. We turned all the A/C units on in the house and once the A/C ran for several hours, the mustiness was much better. My recommendation would be to ask the owner/reality company to turn the A/C on several hours before arrival.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Large Cottage in Gretna
The size was perfect there were 7 of us and we all had a comfortable bed to sleep in. The downstairs was cute and huge for a cottage in Gretna we had lots of room to spread out in. The large dining table was a treat, the whole family could sit comfortably around it for meals.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quint Cottage
We loved the wrap around deep poarch. even though it was hot, we spent alot of our family time there. It was perfect for eating breakfast reading and allowing two toddlers a great play area. The neighborhood was nice and quiet. Close to all the attractions we did in Hershey.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

2/10 Terrible

Samantha H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
I would not recommend
We rented this property for my birthday, for 4 adults. Upon arrival, the mildew smell was overwhelming. The washer would not work properly, the water lines had a continuous pour on to the basement floor. The cleanliness is extremely poor! The air conditioners have mold and dirt caked in them. The path to the back entrance was not able to be used because of weeds. The gazebo was not usable due to mold growth. We left the property a day early, due to the filth and getting bitten several times by what I assume was spiders. We enjoyed our time experiencing Hershey but the house was absolutely miserable for all of us. With some proper cleaning and maintenance, the place would have been okay. I am honestly mind blown that a “cleaner” comes in and “cleans” the place. There was definitely ZERO cleaning being done inside! I am extremely disappointed with our experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kris R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bliss
The property had everything and more to relax and enjoy peaceful nature. Absolutely loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Susan S.

Nice-enough cottage
Cottage kitchen and baths were clean. Rooms are small but serviceable. I am a Realtor, so I have a list of items that, in my humble opinion, should be addressed by the owners. Feel free to contact me if you'd like--I'll be glad to share what would have improved our experence.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021