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The Big Porch on Boehm

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Miscellaneous
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
3 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6114 sq m

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

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

The Big Porch on Boehm

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

● Gigantic wrap around porch with hanging lights and ceiling fan, an outdoor dining table and gas grill/BBQ! Relax outside comfortably on couches, cushioned sliding chairs, and loveseats – space for everyone to spread out.
● 3 TVs
● Mini-split Air-Conditioning units (CENTRAL AIR)
● 2 indoor fireplaces!


THE COTTAGE
KITCHEN – Galley kitchen extremely well-stocked with stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, Keurig & Mr. Coffee 12 cup coffee machines, dish sets, silverware, pots and pans, mixing bowls, pitchers, cups, wine glasses, mugs, toaster, toaster oven, waffle iron, blender, crock pot, knife set, food chopper, pantry items – everything needed to prepare meals at the cottage.

Kitchen pens into a bright DINING ROOM surrounded by windows with a table under chandelier lighting for everyone to sit together. This cottage features a bonus, outdoor dining table too!

LAUNDRY – Full size washer and dryer located in 1st floor full bathroom. Wash basket provided.

LIVING ROOM – Huge gathering place with comfortable couch, additional oversized chairs, leather lounge chair and cushioned bay window too! Watch cable TV on the large, flat-screen TV, curl up in front of the indoor wood-burning fireplace with brick mantle or the remote-controlled, electric fireplace – the living room has both! A small desk is provided (for remote working needs), board games, movies, and books too! A set of double doors provide direct access to wrap around porch. Rear door leads to back patio with grill/BBQ.

PORCH - Gigantic wrap around porch with hanging lights and ceiling fan, an outdoor dining table and gas grill/BBQ! Relax outside comfortably on couches, cushioned sliding chairs, and loveseats – space for everyone to spread out.

BEDROOMS - Pillows and blankets are provided. **Guests will need to bring bed sheets and bath towels.
Bedroom 1: 2nd floor Master wood-paneled bedroom with queen size bed, dresser, seating area and TV with Amazon Fire - access to Roku & Amazon Prime!
Bedroom 2: 2nd floor wood-paneled bedroom with double size bed, dresser & TV with Amazon Fire - access to Roku & Amazon Prime!
Bedroom 3: 2nd floor wood-paneled bedroom with double size bed, and seating area

BATHROOMS -
Bathroom 1: Full bathroom on 1st floor has stand-up shower with sliding glass doors, toilet, vanity, and laundry
Bathroom 2: Full bathroom on 2nd floor has bathtub and shower combination with sliding glass doors, toilet, and vanity

WIFI – FREE HIGH-SPEED INTERNET / WIFI!

FIREPLACE - Please enjoy the indoor wood-burning fireplace and the electric fireplace - both in the living room!

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


NEIGHBORHOOD HIGHLIGHTS
Walk to the area's restaurants and attractions!
Porch & Pantry has 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, 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.

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.


Other things to note...
BOOKING – 2-night minimum. 10% discount for stays 7 nights!

Pillows and blankets are provided. Guests are to bring bed sheets, bath towels, and paper products.

Property manager

Penn Realty, LTD

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sun loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space)
  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee grinder
  • Ice maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue 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
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Ice skating 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
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Recycling
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Unit size: 1227 sq ft (114 sq m)

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Exterior

Wooded Wonder on 2nd

Kitchen
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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
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

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Mount Gretna, PA

What's nearby

  • Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach - 14 min walk
  • Mount Hope Estate & Winery - 7 min drive
  • Hersheypark Stadium - 24 min drive
  • Hershey's Chocolate World - 25 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 - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Quentin Tavern - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Big Porch on Boehm pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Big Porch on Boehm?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Big Porch on Boehm?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Big Porch on Boehm 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.

The Big Porch on Boehm Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Colleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
We had. Great time. Cute neighborhood. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Paul O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quite and cozy
It was fun is right in the center of what we were visiting. Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Stuart G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Porch
Place was great. Big porch, 3 comfortable beds, easy parking with extra spaces in the church parking lot right next to the place. Only annoyance was having to bring our own sheets and towels, especially for those arriving from the west coast. And the check-in process required us to stop at a real estate agency prior to arriving at the property. If you're going to Gretna you probably already know how special it is. Great weekend rental.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot!
Loved the location of this property. Little village was quaint and full of history. Place was clean and very nice. Check in/key pick up was easy and very close by. Property manager was very responsive with questions we had. Looking forward to visiting here in the fall next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Debra S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house in the Camp Meeting section of Mt. Gretna, PA
The house was clean with comfy chairs in the living area. Neither of the coffee makers worked.I couldn’t find the coffee grinder that was listed but it wouldn’t have mattered! Overall it was a nice place to stay. tv was cable, not streaming which we liked.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jade G., Ellicott city Maryland USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great space
Loved the abundance of comfy seating inside and out. Excellent AC on days it was too hot for the expansive porch. Great location. You can hear the concerts from the porch but not too loud to disturb your sleep.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lane W.

Cute house in a quiet community
The house had enough space for our family of five to both spend time together and spread out. Mt. Gretna community is very friendly and it was nice to get around without having to drive. There is a lake, icecream shop, and even a tiny kid library within walking distance. The inside of the house was clean, but the porch looked like it has not been touched in a while. We ended up cleaning it ourselves, so that we could enjoy that (very large) space. There was also no working coffee maker and the garbage/ recycling was not taken out for quite some time. I am hoping that the management company will address these few things promptly. Overall we had a nice stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

K S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quant cottage in Mt. Grenta
Nice property, beautiful porch and most of the things we needed. Only complaint was parking not designed for anything but compact cars and there was no curtains in bedrooms to help block early sun rise. Most appliance were ava that were listed except the crockpot and blender.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Marla H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
PA Vacation - August 24 - Sept 1 2023
Went with family in September to the renaissance festival and had great time. This house needs more than a thorough cleaning. Neighbor indicated owner has 2 big dogs. A quick vacuum and Febreeze does not constitute cleaning when urine stains are on the floor coverings and heavy dog dander is on the couch. Just went to another dog friendly VRBO and no sign of previous pets. We had to put the full vacuum cleaner out on the porch. As you walk up the stairs and get nose/floor level, urine again. We are not talking about 'that old house smell'. Would have also liked to have had some kind of window coverings on the downstairs windows. Don't like giving bad reviews so waited till we went to another VRBO. No comparison. Rug + couch needs professional cleaning or replacing. Cannot in good faith recommend this cute old house to others, sadly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Thanksgiving Retreat
This is our second stay at this property. It is located between Harrisburg, Hershey, and Lancaster, which is a great location for us to meet up with various family. We took a walk thru the Mt Gretna neighborhood and walked down to the lake. Nice informal, casual surroundings.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cottage
The property is a charming cottage in a unique neighborhood. There are lots of neighbors close by but everyone we encountered was very sweet. The house was cozy and well equipped with kitchen supplies. I found it a bit odd that we had to supply our own linens and paper products, but that wasnt a deal breaker. The check in process was very different to me, having to go to a seperate location to retrieve the key. When i punched the address into the gps it took me to a different house but everything was numbered and it wasnt too hard to find the correct place. It was walking distance to a breakfast place and a restaurant/bar, which was very convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cory S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a weekend getaway!
The place was in the perfect location for all the activities we had planned for that weekend. Well deserved 5 stars.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cooper Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Renn Faire stay
The house was very nice and clean. Located it a very quite committee. Close to many amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine D., Wilmington, DE

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved the layout!
The house has great character. I booked it for myself and invited some friends to the faire & to stay. There ended up being 6 adults ages 30-45. We had plenty of room to spread out comfortably. I was pleasantly surprised with how well the kitchen was stocked with pots & pans & utensils. Parking was easy in the lot next door. I packed my own sheets, pillows, comforter & blanket. The house was a little damp but makes sense because of the tree covering around.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Kim W.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Filthy!
I feel bad for the owner posting this, but they need to know that their property is not being cared for. The realty company obviously had not even visited this house before we arrived. There is some work being done to the house. The porch dining table & chairs had tools, paint and spackle cans, etc on them. We spent most of our time on the porch, but had to clean the table chairs, couches, etc because it was all filthy & covered with pollen, pine needles, etc. The inside was also dirty - floors dirty, cob webs, window sills & baseboards covered with dust. I was disappointed to find only one dish cloth and one dish towel in the kitchen. Then, on the last day when we were cleaning up to leave I found all the dish towels in the washer, unwashed. We had to turn on the water to the washer to wash them all. This would be a great house with a large, well-furnished porch if only it was clean. We have rented many houses in the last 30 years, and never one this dirty!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trevor S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Cozy
Check in/out was very easy and straightforward. The house was clean and very cozy, the surrounding community is also very nice! Would recommend to friends and family!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Terry B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice
Disappointed in the parking. Was told there was 2 car off street parking. Had trouble parking our 1 vehicle. There was parking at church lot, however 1 night there was no spaces available.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun weekend
Beautiful is an understatement. This cottage was an amazing find for a weekend trip away to the area. The environment you will find yourself in is like that of a storybook. You will be taken to a magical forest that is quiet but inviting. Overall the location in the woods is what put this place above and beyond. Such a friendly place to spend a quite and peaceful short or long term vacation. Great location to local attractions and the beautiful forest of PA. We will be back to explore more.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Bethann L.

Place was a lil dirty and lights all did not work
I wouldn't go back pictures do this place justice.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cabin. Cozy.
Had a nice time. Cozy cabin. Clean. Woodsy. Make sure that you move your vehicle out of the church parking lot by 7:45 am on Sunday. Even one minute after 8:00 and you will have a ticket, but still enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

priscilla g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great gathering porch
We were visiting family during the thanksgiving break, who lived just down the road, so the location was just perfect. The property was as described. It is a “ cottage” and has that feel. Kitchen work space is small but well stocked.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, quiet, perfect getaway!
This property was absolutely perfect for a weekend friends trip to the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire. It was scenic, quiet, and rejuvenating along with being very comfortable and affordable! We absolutely enjoyed our stay and cannot wait to book again next year! Everything was very comfortable and we had absolutely no problems with any process or request as far as the property went. The local breakfast place was a delight, and it was conveniently located. A+ property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

4/10 Poor

Angela K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
The house was mostly clean, which is a bonus. The house was so full of nick knacks everywhere. We hardly unpacked due to the fact we were afraid we would leave stuff behind accidentally. The beds/mattresses are very cheap and uncomfortable. I would not recommend this house.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

William T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Golf weekend
The property was quite nice and the neighborhood peaceful and quaint. However, it's location, although great for a lake focused trip, was not as convenient to a golf focused weekend, the planning of which being my fault. Finally, the weather caused us to cut our stay short, leaving Saturday instead of Sunday. Had this been a weekend of my musician friends, the lovely enclosed and rather large porch would have rendered the weather insignificant and the weekend a more phenomenal.success. Oh well, it certainly wasn't the fault of the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Amy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great porch, nice place. No communication with rental agency.
Upon checking in, realized beds are not as described. 3 bedrooms each with a double; no twins, no pull out sofa. So sleeps 6, not 8. Tried to contact rental office to ask if we were missing something and no one ever responded the entire time we were there. Bed situation was not desirable for us, as we are a party of 6 individuals, not 3 couples ( wanted more separate beds). Not to mention we brought the wrong sheets with us as a result of incorrect description. Brought the wrong coffee too because there is a Keurig on-site , not a coffee pot as described. House was clean and porch was amazing, but don’t think we would stay again due to non-response. Also as an FYI, the toilet seat in upstairs bath is broken.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022