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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi
Interior
Exterior
Smart TV, books

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 675.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

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

Cottage Charm on 2nd Street


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

● DIRECT CHECK-IN WITH HASSLE-FREE, KEYLESS ENTRY!
● So close to Mount Gretna’s Tabernacle, you can enjoy summer music concerts from wrap-around front porch!
● DOG FRIENDLY - Dogs allowed and welcomed!
● Completely remodeled in 2023 – brand new bathroom, kitchen, living room & bedrooms
● Mini-split Air-Conditioning units (CENTRAL AIR)


THE COTTAGE
KITCHEN – Completely updated with brand new hardwood flooring and countertops, fresh paint and cabinetry, oversized farmhouse sink, stainless-steel stove/oven with over the range microwave, extra-large refrigerator, toaster, Keurig coffee machine, dish sets, silverware, pots and pans, cookware, etc. Access to front porch.

Open floor plan with combination DINING ROOM containing large table with bench seating under chandelier lighting.

BEDROOMS: Pillows and blankets are provided. **Guests will need to bring bed sheets and bath towels.
Bedroom 1 – 2nd floor master bedroom with Queen size bed
Bedroom 2 – 2nd floor bedroom with Twin/Single size bed
Bedroom 3 – 2nd floor bedroom with Twin/Single size bed, antique secretary desk & chair (for remote working needs)
*Living Room provides additional sleeping area with double size futon bed

LIVING ROOM – Bright, minimally decorated living room with comfortable futon couch (additional sleeping area for two), accent chair, and large Smart TV. Mini-split air conditioning unit. Opens into Dining Room. Front door provides direct access to wrap-around front porch.

PORCH - Relax on porch swing, rocking chairs, and comfortable furniture surrounded by large rhododendron bushes and mature trees. Small outdoor dining table for two. So close to Mount Gretna’s Tabernacle, you can enjoy concerts from the porch!

BATHROOM – 2nd floor full bathroom with brand new stand-up shower, vanity & toilet

WIFI – FREE HIGH-SPEED INTERNET / WIFI!

FIREPLACE/WOODSTOVE – Sorry, there is no fireplace or woodstove at this cottage.

PARKING - Free parking just a short walk from the cottage.


NEIGHBORHOOD HIGHLIGHTS
Walk to the area's restaurants and attractions!
Porch & Pantry for 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 or more nights!
THERE IS NO WASHER OR DRYER AT THIS COTTAGE.
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

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 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
  • 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
  • Tennis on site
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • 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: 812 sq ft (75.4 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
2 total pets

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 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 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

About the neighborhood

Map
Mount Gretna, PA

What's nearby

  • Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Mount Hope Estate & Winery - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Spooky Nook Sports - 24 min drive - 22.1 km
  • Hershey's Chocolate World - 25 min drive - 22.3 km
  • Hersheypark - 29 min drive - 25.7 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 - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Quentin Tavern - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage Charm on 2nd Street pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Cottage Charm on 2nd Street?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage Charm on 2nd Street?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cottage Charm on 2nd Street 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 (1.9 km) away.

Cottage Charm on 2nd Street Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 19 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rob G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great and Comfy Place
We really liked staying at this charming house. Plenty of room for the five of us and the doggie decor was warm and friendly. Getting to the front porch of the house (via GPS) was a bit of a challenge since Google Maps didn't know that there were footpaths leading to it but once we found it all was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jason S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little village
Great little house to stay in
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shayle M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed
Was good
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jason M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway spot!
The property is exactly as described, and very well kept. Very clean and pleasant. Location is perfect, easy walking distance of restaurants and sites. Parking was easy to find and close. Only improvements I would recommend are including bedding, towels and few toiletries to the home.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elyse H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute cottage, peaceful stay
We had a wonderful stay. The cottage was cute and we were so happy to be able to bring our dog! The parking situation was not bad at all! It’s a very short walk and the area has so much charm! It’s very peaceful. I gave 4 stars for cleanliness because the dish towel in the kitchen was dirty with sauce or something & lots of cobwebs on the porch. But overall we loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Gary F.

Cute but needs serious tlc
Cute property and right size for our group. Bedroom and bathroom doors do not close. bedrooms dusty bathroom floor unclean. Porch was gross.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Slice of Heaven
We just love Mt. Gretna and the cute cottage we stayed in with our fur babies!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Aesthetic
We loved the location and the cottage was lovely and comfortable. My 17 year old “loves the aesthetic.” Our 15 and 9 year old enjoyed time with me on the porch. My husband was happy there was a mini split in each bedroom and in the lower level. I am already looking to book again to see it in another season. We had our pup with us and she enjoyed walking the neighborhood with us. Others voice concerns about having to walk from the parking lot to the site and the walk is super short. There is a cart on the porch you can use to haul groceries from the lot to the cottage.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kathie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location in Mt Gretna
The Good: This 3 bed 1 bath cottage is in a great location within Mt Gretna Campmeeting. It is within walking distance to all the local attractions within Campmeeting, Chautauqua, Porch and Pantry, Mt Gretna Hideaway and the lake & beach area. There were several concerts at the Tabernacle that we were able to enjoy right from the front porch. The cottage is located on a non driving street, making it very enjoyable and quiet, however there is parking within a short walking distance to the cottage. The not so Good: the porches could have been a bit cleaner. Providing a broom for guests to sweep the porches of debris that naturally occurs would have been great. Having said all that, I would recommend this cottage to others and I would stay here again. Thanks for letting us have a quick Mt Gretna getaway. We stayed over July 4th 2024.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah N.

Liked: Cleanliness
First Time in Mt. Gretna
My girls and I loved the cottage and the area. We had a great time at the beach, going for walks, enjoying live music, eating at restaurants and mini golf. The cottage was a great place to relax. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Kelly P.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great Communication
The house is in a great location. Super quiet and friendly area. The house itself was very clean however there was a mixup and the beds had dirty sheets and the trash cans were all full. I received an immediate answer from the host concerning the situation. I believe it may be newly listed so things happen. I was happy to figure what what was going on and I am sure it will not happen again. Parking was very close to the house, there was no problem getting our bags and supplies to the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Dana C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely charming
My daughter had a lacrosse tournament in the area and this lovely cottage was a great surprise. Close to Hershey Park and in the most enchanting community! It was almost as if we went back in time when we stayed! Perfect option if you do not want to stay in hotels! Wish we could have stayed longer to see all that the area had to offer!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Memories
Adorable cottage
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Alisha N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute, Cozy, but not so Convenient
This little cottage is located in a very cute little WALKING community. There is no parking at the property. The listing says "Free parking a short walk away." I guess this depends on what you define as a "short walk." There are several options for parking and the closest two lots were full when I got there, so it's very inconvenient to load/unload and very confusing to figure out in the dark when I arrived with the instructions given. I tried to temporarily park in the neighbor's driveway for 5 minutes to unload and a tow truck started circling. You can't stop in the street or you block everything. The house is cute, was clean, and comfortable enough. However... None of the upstairs doors fully closed to varied degrees, including the bathroom. We had to push furniture in front of the bedroom doors at night to keep the dogs from roaming the house. We did love that it was dog friendly! The ceilings in the bedrooms are very low. One person in our party is just over 6 feet tall and he felt like his head barely cleared the ceiling fan, and was it difficult to avoid hitting it when putting on shirts. Lastly, the remote to control the streaming services doesn't work. We changed the batteries and it didn't help. So, all the good things the listing says are pretty much true, but here's the other side of the coin. We wouldn't stay here again. It's too pricy for the issues we had to deal with. The nightly rates are reasonable but the added fees doubled the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John R., Pocono Pines, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary Weekend
We celebrated our anniversary with a wonderful weekend at Mount Gretna. The home was perfect in all ways. We will return.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Maryanne T.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Disappointment in Paradise
The porch was not clean as shown in the picture listing. We found it very dirty with debri and cobwebs. The back porch and steps were very dirty as well. There was not a cleared walkway to exit the back door to the street which made it difficult/unsafe to walk when unloading or taking the trash out. There wasn't a broom seen to sweep the porches. The mildew smell stated from a previous renter was very prevelant during our stay.When opening the windows for fresh air we found the sills of the window layered with dirt. I thought the strong smell was an animal possible cat odor. I am schocked to read it could possibly be mildew. I had an allergic reaction to the smell. We were not notified about the previous renters reporting of this smell by the host. They just proceeded to let more renters book a stay there under these conditions. I tried several times to contact the host about what we experienced during our stay via email and phone calls in which I left messages requesting a call back and I have never received a response. It has now been over two weeks. We have stayed in Mt. Gretna before and never had such a disappointing experience concerning cleanliness and safety and the host not responding to the unpleasant conditions of our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Susan L.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Mildew smell
Unfortunately master bedroom had mildew and we were not able to use the room. My kids had to go stay with family. The kitchen and bath are new and in great shape. The neighborhood is quaint and nice for walking around the town. Management company reached out immediately and got us into another cottage early. Management company very helpful, yet a homeowner needs to make a few more improvements in the bedroom to solve mildew. Febreeze and mildew wasn’t good. Please fix this problem, health issues.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet cottage in quaint neighborhood
This was a different experience for us. We'd never stayed in a neighborhood with these old style cottages before. The place was nice - plenty of room for 4 of us & 2 small dogs. Exactly like the listing indicated - recently updated, good amenities - including good HVAC. It was fun to wander the neighborhood, we even got to see a concert in the tabernacle. Wish we'd been able to explore more locally - we did a couple days at Hersheypark so didn't see much local. We were only 25 min from Hershey and it was an easy drive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023