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As You Lake It on Otterbein

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Exterior
Smart TV

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 693 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • 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.

As You Lake It on Otterbein


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

● DIRECT CHECK-IN WITH HASSLE-FREE, KEYLESS ENTRY!
● Directly beside Mount Gretna’s Tabernacle – Enjoy summer music concerts from rocking chairs on covered front porch
● Pillows, blankets, bed sheets, and bath towels are provided.
● DOG FRIENDLY - Dogs allowed and welcomed!
● Great space for families with kids - modern, minimalist design. Clean, clear & functional rooms without the clutter of fragile or antique décor


THE COTTAGE
KITCHEN – Completely updated with modern, wooden butcher block countertop and brand-new cabinetry, recessed lighting, extra-large sink, slim Stove/Oven, Microwave, retro compact Galanz refrigerator, Keurig coffee machine, dish sets, silverware, pots and pans, cookware, etc.

LAUNDRY – Full size washer & dryer in 1st floor laundry room off kitchen.

BEDROOMS: Pillows, blankets, bed sheets, and bath towels are provided.
Bedroom 1 – 2nd floor Master bedroom with Queen bed
Bedroom 2 – 2nd floor bedroom with 1 Double/Full bed
Bedroom 3 – 2nd floor bedroom with upholstered daybed and trundle (2 Single/Twin beds) * This Bedroom is at the top of stairs (half wall along staircase / no door) * Provides great area to relax or additional sleeping space.

LIVING ROOM – Two large windows overlooking the Tabernacle emphasize lots of natural light on the beautiful wood beamed ceiling and brand-new hardwood flooring. Minimally decorated with a modern couch and large Smart TV. Opens into DINING ROOM with large table for 6. The front door leads directly to porch. Staircase to bedrooms on 2nd floor has a beautiful antique handrail – a piece originally from a train rode by President Franklin Delano Roosevelt!

PORCH - Directly beside Mount Gretna’s Tabernacle – Enjoy summer music concerts from rocking chairs. Charcoal BBQ/grill too!

BATHROOMS:
Bathroom 1 – 1st floor full bathroom with sliding reclaimed wood barn door and stand-up shower, vanity & toilet
Bathroom 2 – 2nd floor full bathroom with bathtub & shower combination, vanity & toilet

WIFI – FREE HIGH-SPEED INTERNET / WIFI

FIREPLACE – Sorry, there is no fireplace.

PARKING – FREE PARKING! Just a short walk from cottage.


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, 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 or more nights!
Pillows, blankets, bed sheets, and bath towels are provided.
THIS COTTAGE IS DOG FRIENDLY! ($150.00 additional fee).

Property manager

Penn Realty, LTD

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Ice maker
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

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
  • 4 stairs to reach property
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In the mountains
  • 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
  • Golfing on site
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Recycling
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Unit size: 1004 sq ft (93 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
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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total pets
Note from host: DOG FRIENDLY - Dogs allowed and welcomed!

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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

About the neighborhood

Map
Mount Gretna, PA

What's nearby

  • Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Clarence Schock Memorial Park at Governor Dick - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Mount Hope Estate & Winery - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Hershey's Chocolate World - 25 min drive - 22.3 km
  • Hersheypark - 29 min drive - 25.6 km

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 - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Quentin Tavern - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is As You Lake It on Otterbein pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at As You Lake It on Otterbein ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at As You Lake It on Otterbein ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is As You Lake It on Otterbein located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Gretna Theatre and Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach. Clarence Schock Memorial Park at Governor Dick is 1.2 mi (2 km) away.

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As You Lake It on Otterbein Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rose C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fall Getaway
LOVED THE AREA! Perfect for walking dog very renaissance-like. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
A great place in a cozy little community. Such a wonderful place to explore.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick weekend stay
Lovely clean little house! Great music and food and awesome location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great get-away
A lovely home nestled in a historic quaint town. The property was clean and setup for quiet, relaxation. Close to so many great places to explore and walking distance to restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Former County we lived in
This is a great house to stay in while visiting Mt. Gretna and the surrounding Lebanon and Lancaster counties. We really enjoyed staying at this house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Heather P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Familt Experience
It is was a great cabin with lots of charm!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend stay
We had a great time over the weekend. We were there for a baby shower being held at the Mt Gretna fire hall. We could walk to the shower from the house. So this property was perfect for the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaylin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical cottage and town
We had never been to Mt Gretna, and this was the perfect introduction. Absolutely loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

patricia w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little getaway
The house and location were just what we needed for a 4 day mini vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Thank you so much! We enjoyed every minute of our time there. Pretty houses all around you can go for a shady walk. Beautiful place!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A family gem
We enjoyed the beautiful cottage and all its historic architecture and upgraded modern charm! super clean, ample space and beautiful community! We definitely are coming back to stay longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved Mt Gretna
My family stayed for a quick weekend. The community was amazing. We’re looking forward for to coming back for a longer stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
Nice comfortable cabin in a great location. Enjoyed the entertainment at the Tabernacle, the outdoor art show, food within walking distance and a quiet neighborhood. Our only suggestion would be to fix the broken handrail at the front steps.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darryl L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint and rustic cottage stay
Perfect for families with dogs. Lots of walking trails in this quaint and rustic town nestled in the woods with easy access to Hershey, Lebanon, and Lancaster
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mt Gretna
We were there for a baptism at a nearby church. The location was convenient, quiet, close to restaurants and entertainment. It suited our needs perfectly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house in a great location
House and neighborhood lived up to listing. Walkable distance to lake for swimming and restaurants. Parking was within a 1 minute walk. Property manager promptly responded to questions. Overall would stay again and recommend. Quaint, quiet and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Graduation
We stayed for the weekend while celebrating my daughter’s graduation. The cottage was great and much better than a hotel !
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juli W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute!
We had a great stay at this super cute place! It had everything we needed! Two full bathrooms were really convenient. We had trouble making friends with the Keurig, but my husband figured it out. My husband also realized that he went to high school with the owner and we actually ran into him at the pizza shop! Great guy! We'll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
Such a perfect spot in Mount Gretna! It had everything we needed and was such a darling cottage!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rainbow
We had a very pleasurable stay. It was a very cute neighborhood and close to where we were visiting. Would recommend this cottage and would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little house
Cute little house. Great for a couple and could be fine with kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelley M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
We enjoyed staying in this peaceful cottage and beautiful community while visiting Hershey.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint old house
The house met our needs. Floors are unlevel but that didnt bother us. Several boards were actually split and the floor felt weak in those areas. We were unable to turn on the heat in the double bedroom but we just used an extra blanket.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ted C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mt Gretna Relaxation
A bery relaxing and refreshing week. This cottage was perfect for all we needed. Clean, efficient, and no problems whatsoever. Property Manage made sure all was well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Getaway
Property was exactly as advertised. It was clean and the linens/sheets/blanket/towels were just what we needed. many properties in Mt. Gretna don't provide them. We were traveling from many locations and this made our packing much easier. Beds were very comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024