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Linger Longer on Mills

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Beach nearby

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6123 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

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

Linger Longer on Mills


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

● Very large front porch with rocking chairs, cushioned wicker furniture, and outdoor dining table
● Gas grill - BBQ outside!
● Window Air Conditioning units (Master Bedroom, Sunroom & Living Room), ceiling fans
● Free, off-street parking for 2 cars


THE COTTAGE
KITCHEN – Galley kitchen completely stocked with dish sets, cooking utensils, cups, mugs, flatware, pots & pans, and appliances: stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, toaster, and 12-cup coffee maker - all that you need to prepare meals for the family. Opens into separate dining room and overlooks air-conditioned SUNROOM with additional dining table and access to back patio with gas (propane) grill/BBQ!

DINING ROOM – Separate dining room off the kitchen features lots of windows, an extra-large dining table and direct access to an outdoor dining table on the front porch through a double set of screen doors.

LAUNDRY – Full-size, modern stackable washer and dryer in sunroom.

LIVING ROOM – Cozy living room with bay window provides space to relax with cable TV and a DVD player, stereo, telephone with long-distance phone service, a fireplace and window air conditioning unit. Front door leads to porch.

PORCH - Very large front porch with rocking chairs, cushioned wicker furniture, and outdoor dining table

BEDROOMS – Pillows and blankets are provided. **Guests will need to bring bed sheets and bath towels.
Bedroom 1: 2nd floor Master bedroom with double size bed
Bedroom 2: 2nd floor bedroom with double size bed
Bedroom 3: 2nd floor bedroom with double size bed
Bedroom 4: 2nd floor bedroom with single size bed, access to 2nd floor balcony, and half bathroom.

BATHROOMS –
Bathroom 1: Full bathroom on 2nd floor with clawfoot bathtub and shower combination, toilet, and vanity
Bathroom 2: Half bathroom on 2nd floor (in Bedroom 4) with toilet and vanity

FIREPLACE – Please enjoy the indoor wood burning fireplace in the living room.

WIFI – FREE HIGH-SPEED INTERNET / WIFI!

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 or more 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

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options
  • Free offsite parking
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished patio
  • Gas grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

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
  • 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

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Tennis on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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

General

  • Recycling
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Vegan dining options
  • Unit size: 1319 sq ft (123 sq m)

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Exterior

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Kitchen
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Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
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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
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 and a first aid kit
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 - 16 min walk
  • Mount Hope Estate & Winery - 7 min drive
  • Spooky Nook Sports - 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 - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Quentin Tavern - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Linger Longer on Mills pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Linger Longer on Mills?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Linger Longer on Mills?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Linger Longer on Mills?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Linger Longer on Mills located?

Located in the heart of Lebanon, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Gretna Theatre, Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach, and Clarence Schock Memorial Park at Governor Dick. Mount Hope Estate & Winery and Cornwall Iron Furnace are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Linger Longer on Mills Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 26 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ken B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable Cottage
Linger Longer is an adorable little cottage that had plenty of space for 6 adults. Very homey feel made us all feel immediately comfortable. This has clearly has been a rental cottage for many many years, in all the best ways. Tons of Easter eggs from past guests add to the home style feel and comfort. The guestbook dates back to 1998, and we had a great time reading about them, and added our own little story. 5 stars all around.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely atmosphere
The property was as advertised. It was exactly what we expected and the porch was awesome to sit on. My grandsons appreciated the fact that you can walk to most attractions and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Casey J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Linger Longer
Our stay at the house was perfect. It was a very cozy. We especially enjoyed the large porch since it was such a nice weekend to sit out. The house was so close to our event with plenty to see in the area. We would love to come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Safe quiet neighborhood
The cottage was very comfortable and had all of the necessities. The community is quiet, safe and comfortable. Convenient check in process
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home base for Homes Tour weekend
Enjoyed our cottage and porch experience - the Tour and our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

theresa m.

Great home & location!
House as advertised. Owner quick to communicate. Location perfect. Very peaceful. Porch is wonderful to hang out on. The house is old so voices/footsteps/tv carry so bring a noise machine or box fan if you’re a light sleeper. I would rent here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful cabin.
Our first initial day was very warm in the cabin even with the 3 ACs going(high 90’s high humidity), but the rest of the days were great. Beds were comfy without any issues. WiFi worked great. We did bring linens and paper products though I believe prior guests did leave some paper products so we didn’t have to use all of what we brought. It might be nice to have a second AC upstairs but the one was sufficient to slowly cool the top floor. Claw bathtub with shower was adequate for bathing and showering. Kitchen was great with all the pans, utensils you need. The grill also worked well without issue. The friends and I had a good time at the cabin. Would rent again. Possibly have to get bigger cabin though if more people came with us lol.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location is a plus
Place is a located great. Beautiful neighborhood. Great restaraunts, bars, ice cream all within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelby T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful getaway for the week
We came for the renfaire nearby and found ourselves just as entranced and entertained by the cabin we stayed in! Definitely going to be one we come back to later
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Ellen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cottage
Cottage was beautiful and had all the charm of historical mount Gretna cottages. It was a great location too! Our only complaint was how limited supplies and things were…there were no linens (towels, sheets, pillow cases, etc) or basic supplies like toilet paper or paper towels. They did make sure we knew that prior to arriving and it was clearly outlined! Unfortunately, it just adds stress to find a store in that area and buy all of those things while you’re on vacation. I offered to donate all the things we had purchased but was denied...we didn’t have room in our suitcases so we had to throw it all away. I am sure there is a reason for it but that would be my only suggestion to make the stay more accommodating. Everything else there was great and we love mount Gretna!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Z., Tomball, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Mt Gretna was great
The cottage and the area was so charming. Frank was so helpful. I would definitely like to go back and explore the area more.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Getaway
Always a pleasure to stay in Mount Gretna. Cottage was spacious and the host was very pleasant. Loved sitting on the porch in the mornings watching the squirrels and listening to the birds. Cottage has everything you need for your stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

Liked: Cleanliness
glimpse into gretna
It is very much a family summer cottage, and that is part of its charm. The porch is gracious and comfortable, the bedrooms too. The cottage is quite dark (for those who may not be familiar with Mt. Gretna cottages!) because the walls are original wood and the whole place is surrounded with trees. There is little overhead lighting, so be warned! However, the cottage is well equipped with modern electronics and conveniences. The small kitchen has no counter space, so probably don't plan big baking projects here! It's a lovely place for enjoying the woods, sitting on the porch listening to the woodthrushes and katydids, and enjoying and all the charms that Mt. Gretna has to offer. I was particularly delighted to find traces here of Lena, a childhood friend of my grandmother's in the 1920s, in a couple of framed photographs and a commemorative plate - evidence of the cottage's long personal history! Don't come expecting slick modern comfort and fixtures - relax and enjoy a very individualized family space. It's a lovely place for a getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Linger Long
Cozy location--large enough to give each family member his own room-quiet, relaxing neighborhood in which we enjoyed taking walks and sitting on the porch for meals
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Authentic Mount Gretna
Great place to enjoy all that is Mount Gretna.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Celia T., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay!
Cottage is adorable and, yes, old! But that is part of the experience, if you are going to rent in this location check out the history of it. Location was easy to find, all instructions very clear and helpful. Cottage was well stocked with pretty much everything we needed. Enjoyed sitting on the porch, and walking around seeing everyone else's porches and gardens and how they were decorated. Played some mini-golf and went for bike rides. Quiet weekend, very relaxing. Front bedroom without the window AC could use a new mattress, since people are paying for a place to sleep, I think the comfort of the sleeping accommodations is pretty important.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nostalgic Cottage
Our family of four enjoyed our visit during our daughters National Dance Challenge at Hershey Lodge, since it was only 25 min away. It reminded me of my childhood in Maine, so peaceful! And we loved sitting on the Victoria, wrap around porch. I would definitely visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

MICHELLE B., Bowling Green KY

Front Porch relaxing in historic home
The neighborhood and front porch is what drew me to rent this house. Parking was not well marked and we had to ask the neighbors where we were supposed to park. I absolutely loved sitting and relaxing on the front porch in the morning and at night. Walking into the house was like walking into an antique store or dirty dancing era. The living room could use some updating, we had 6 people in our family and we couldn’t all sit in the living room together. The upstairs was a little dark and creepy, to many cobwebs in the bedrooms for my liking and the bed in the front master had a spring sticking out of it that caught on your clothes and scratched you. I liked the house for the location, walking distance to everything, but not sure I would rent it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome stay
Booked this cabin home for the weekend for my wrestling family for a local competition. It was quaint and simple, yet nostalgic. The home was cozy, clean, and overall a comfortable stay. The neighborhood was quiet and peaceful. We had a wonderful time. Check in and out was the easiest I’ve ever dealt with and communicating with Penn Realty staff was immediate and simple. Look forward to our future stays with them!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good Vibes
This was a cute community close to where we wanted to be. The local restaurants had great atmosphere and great food.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Diane P.

Updating needed
I like quaint , & old is ok. But repairs and updating the cottage is definitely needed The teens immediately said it’s a little too dark and scary upstairs. The whole upstairs including ceilings and doors are all the same dark brown panels. I think this makes it dark and gloomy ( and to kids a bit scary) The steps need skid free something on them and a light going up the steps. The banister at bottom of steps was loose, this is not ok it should have been repaired before it got rented out again! Also the front porch top step needs repair and the banister outside . we liked the location and porch Some places were dusty and the wing chair needs to be cleaned, more seating needed to watch one tv in living room since it can sleep 7 people , we loved lake gretna, jiggers too , and the grounds and scenery We would stay at mt gretna again but not at this cottage The Owners need to do repairs and spiff it up
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shari D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable cottage getaway
Our family enjoyed this quaint little community. It was nice to be able to walk to the bar/restaurant, ice cream shop, antique store and even bike to the lake. Walking through the community and admiring all of the unique porches was a treat.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tradition
Mt. Gretna is our favorite place to visit. We love the cottages, the atmosphere, and the tradition of vacationing in Gretna that our family started years ago.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

2/10 Terrible

Julia L.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Didn’t stay
I drove up and thought this will be lovely. Porch was wonderful. Walked into the house and was hit by this smell that was either musty or cat urine. The week was forecast to be very hot and the AC in the cottage was 2 old window units that sounded like a cement mixer. I locked up and left. Between the smell and the heat, I turned the keys back in to the property manager. I knew there was no way I could sleep there. Noise of window unit or excessive heat? It was a no win.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

4/10 Poor

Shannon V.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not the greatest
I usually don’t trust one review but in this case, I should have. One thing I wasn’t worried about was the knob and tube electric. If it’s been there for this long, I’m not gonna stress about it. As far as the actual cottage goes.....it could use a makeover. The couch needs to be steam cleaned, covered, or replaced. It smelled awful. Could use newer carpet. Even some remnants thrown down would be better. The grill was completely unusable and another renter had left a note in there stating so. Half of the bulbs were burnt out and it is DARK inside! Good luck reading or anything inside. It was hot but if you turn on every single fan in the house and the 2 window units, it’s a little better. On the plus side, We liked the claw foot tub and enjoyed the porch as we do with every home there. There was just a lot of clutter compared to other houses we’ve rented in Mt. Gretna. If you’ve never been there you might be surprised by how old these houses are. That’s all part of the charm but this was more like an antique shop than a rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019