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Wooded Wonder on 2nd

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Exterior
Exterior
3 bedrooms, free WiFi
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61234 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

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

Wooded Wonder on 2nd

Hoping to unwind or searching for adventure? A walking path conveniently runs along the front of the cottage. Just steps from Mount Gretna’s Tabernacle.

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

● Large, gated wrap-around porch surrounded by mature trees with gas grill, ample seating, outdoor dining, ceiling fans & lighting.
● 2 Window Air Conditioning units (one of each floor)
● Private 2nd floor balcony with seating off bedroom. Get must-needed rest and relaxation!

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 – Cute eat-in kitchen fully stocked with dish sets, cooking utensils, mugs, cups, flatware and pots & pans, appliances: stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, 12-cup coffee maker & filters, toaster, blender, large double sink, and dining table with seating for 6.

LIVING ROOM - Cozy living room provides a great gathering place with a TV with cable and DVD player, comfortable seating, and gas fireplace.

BEDROOMS: Bed sheets, towels & paper products are NOT provided. Pillows and blankets are provided.
Bedroom 1: 2nd floor Master bedroom with double size bed & dresser.
Bedroom 2: 2nd floor bedroom with double size bed, dresser, ceiling fan & private balcony.
Bedroom 3: 2nd floor bedroom with double size bed, single bed, dresser & dresser.

BATHROOMS:
Bathroom 1: Full bathroom with shower.
Bathroom 2: Full bathroom with claw foot tub (no shower).

WIFI - FREE HIGH-SPEED INTERNET!

FIREPLACE - Available from October through April, please enjoy the indoor gas fireplace.

PARKING – Free parking! Free, off-street parking directly behind cottage for 2 cars.

BOOKING – 2-night minimum. 10% discount for stays 7 nights!

PLEASE NOTE... THERE IS NO LAUNDRY AT THIS COTTAGE. 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 10 PM to 7 AM (Monday – Thursday), and 11 PM to 7 AM (Friday and Saturday) strictly enforced. All of Sunday is a “quiet day.” This cottage is in Mount Gretna Campmeeting. 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 sunloungers

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Gas grills
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any 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 stairwells
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lifts
  • 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

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Recycling
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • Unit size: 1234 sq ft (115 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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 any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Victorian Beauty With Fabulous Wrap Around Porch Cottage
Victorian Beauty With Fabulous Wrap Around Porch Lebanon
Victorian Beauty With Fabulous Wrap Around Porch Cottage Lebanon

About the area

Map
Mt 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 Wooded Wonder on 2nd pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Wooded Wonder on 2nd?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wooded Wonder on 2nd?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Wooded Wonder on 2nd located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within 1 mile (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 miles (10 km).

Wooded Wonder on 2nd Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 41 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kaelee D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home & neighborhood
We had a lovely stay this weekend. We were in town for the Renaissance Faire- which was only a few minutes away by car. The home and the entire gave the entire weekend a magical touch- absolutely stunning! We will definitely be back 😍
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Tara R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint cottage in lovely neighborhood
Really cute place. Lots of nooks & cranies to explore. Don't miss the bench in the living room that opens up to a ton of games. Wrap around porch is gorgeous. Very friendly people in the town. We had an issue with plumbing close to 11pm & the owners picked up the phone right away. They got a plumber out first thing the next morning to take care of it. Very impressed. If the town is running an outdoor walking play - go. It's awesome. And make sure to go to Porch & Pantry to eat. A bit expensive, but SO worth it. Make a reservation though. Cons: It did smell musty when we got there, but opening the windows for a bit helped. You have to bring bedding & I would recommend bringing comforters too. Bring hand soap for the sinks too. No privacy for adults. The walls don't go all the way up so sound travels. So don't expect romance if you're not alone. The houses are practically on top of each other. This didn't bother us, but it was unexpected. Overall I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark H., Washington, DC

Liked: Cleanliness
"Wooded Wonder" is a wonderful cottage-bungalow in the woods
Delightful bungalow loaded with old-world charm, style and atmosphere. Nestled among other beautiful cottages in the woods, the expansive wrap-around porch and period furnishings make this a time capsule to be enjoyed and savored in a relaxed and reflective setting. The owner has done an amazing job of furnishing and decorating the cottage with a keen eye to authentic details. Commendable. And worth your time to just "set a spell" on the porch among the wooded wonder of Mt Gretna Campmeeting. We enjoyed dinner at The Timbers and at The Hideaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harmony H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great!
The house was really nice, and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Carl P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location poor amenities
Great location, spacious however, no soap had to bring sheets and towels and toilet paper. No coffee it was just lacking for the price of two nights a hotel would have covered these basic services.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

steven y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint little stay
Everything was listed as such, the drive to house was a bit of a nightmare at night, but in the end we figured it out on our end, 5/5 would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming Cottage in the woods
We enjoyed our stay very much! The cottage was comfortable and filled with lovely old furniture. It was within walking distance of all the activities we had planned. The porch was a great place to sit at any time of day or night.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Dreamy
From start to finish, perfect family vacation. Days at the lake, evening walks and hours on the porch, trips for ice cream, just what I'd hoped for.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Tracy

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The house smelled musty and moldy. There was used bars of soap in tub, shower and bathroom sink. Toilet seat was dirty. I was so saddened.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Rachel F.

Disappointing
While the location was great and the outside of the cottage cute, the inside was less than desirable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Robert M.

Work Vacation for Individual
I work at a group home with Intellectual Disabled Individual, and he loved it, didn't want to leave I was surprised they didn't supply towels and bed linens
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

LyAnn R., Donaldsonville, LA

Liked: Cleanliness
Historical cottage in cute walkable neighborhood.
Get ready to be immersed in history and antiques in this adorable cottage in Mt Gretna! Removed from the modern world, traffic, the city as well as modern conveniences. We love antiques & the wraparound porch, had a little issue with the mildew/mold and had to open all the windows & doors during our stay. Remember to bring your own hair dryer, iron or steamer & charger banks. All bedrooms are located upstairs & don’t have modern electrical outlets & not a lot of lights. Recommend arriving well before dark as it can be a bit difficult to find your way around plugging in lamps & AC units. The beds are all pretty small- I think they are all doubles so be mindful when booking. Met some very friendly neighbors & had a lovely weekend! Stairs are not suitable to the 2nd floor for the very young or people with mobility issues. I’m healthy and fit and almost took a tumble- very narrow, no handrails all the way up and extremely short deck. Just be cautious and enjoy it for what it is. The neighborhood is full of birds and the lake is a super short drive. WiFi is listed on the description but it was not operable during our stay. The surrounding neighborhood is adorable and there’s a pizzeria and ice cream shop at the bottom of the hill. We came in for a mother/ daughter weekend so we were fine with the beds etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Stefanie S.

Quaint and Comfortable
The best parts about this cottage are its location in Camp Meeting, which is a quaint, quiet, wooded, camp-like community, walkable to dining and family friendly events, the wrap around porch, and the time period decor. The sleeping arrangements with 4 mixed gender teens were a challenge, but if your teen/preteen, our you (parent) don't mind taking the couch, there is plenty of room for 6 guests like is in this cottage. There is only one shower, so planning bathing times is important unless some of your group prefer baths. The house was tidy upon our arrival and since we're tidy people, it wasn't difficult to follow the check out requirements to avoid "extra fees for not taking out the garbage or putting away the clean dishes from the drying rack". Since we brought our own sheets and towels, we did that part, too, so I am dissatisfied with the high fee included (and "not negotiable" as I inquired. Without that high cleaning fee, I would write that the price matched the accommodations. Truly, the location made the stay magical, so it is easy to overlook small bothers. We opened the windows as we don't like AC and the "musty smell" (which is normal of an older home in the woods) was not so bothersome. One should expect higher prices for the area restaurants as well as a $24/adult fee for day access to the lake and beach, which was not explained on the listing. I have already let family know that we should come back and stay again, but I will plan for a cot or two.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Leslie T.

Would not do again.
Interesting walk back in time however, strong musty smell throughout the whole house. No pre-warning of size of beds when we were required to bring our own sheets and towels. Interior stairs seriously under code. A danger to older folks and young children. No railing for part of the staircase. Received splinters from holding onto the paneling On the way down. Uncomfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Celeste S., Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness
Musty
The house is dark dank and musty! Would not recommend this house.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erica M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint, well-priced, cozy accommodations.
We stayed here while attending the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire. It was a nice little location nestled in a cute community. Pricing was reasonable for the accommodations. The wrap around porch was really cute. The kitchen had endless tools, silverware and containers/serving pieces. I will say, the older decor was a little spooky for a group of millennials not super well-versed in antiquing, but since we stayed at the end of September it fit the season. :) A few things to note: - There is no privacy upstairs as the walls are open at the top. We could all hear each other chatting before sleep, etc. If I had realized this ahead of time, I would have brought my noise machine and headphones to sleep. I don't think this is super clear in the listing (maybe I just skimmed over it?). - The water pressure in the shower was not great. The other thing to note: the local area is really cute and clearly very community oriented which means there are HUGE speed bumps all over the place. Our low-riding Prius full of people bottomed out a few times. If your car rides lower than ours, be ware.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Scott C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not comfortable
The house is dark and worn. Much of the furniture has seen better days with sagging seats and ripped upholstery. Upstairs bedrooms have 3/4 walls that make it more of a dormer. If one person snores, all will hear it. The door to the upstairs bathroom is very difficult to open and close. The downstairs bathroom (with a shower) is very small and dark. The tv is very small. We were in town for a wedding, so luckily we did not have to spend much time in the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Home with Well Equipped Kitchen
We had a fabulous weekend. House was warm and cozy. Fabulous large porch!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Step Back in Time
The porch was amazing. The house was a filled with interesting antiques. Well stocked and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krista R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great, unique, relaxing get away place
The house and the community are very unique and provided a great place for our family to have a retreat away as we spent time hiking, reading, relaxing and enjoying nearby Hershey park. Front porch was a favorite spot for our family! Neighbors were friendly and helpful. The listed twin bed was shorter than a regular twin bed but all the beds were comfortable. Be aware that you need bring small kitchen trash bags, paper products, sheets, and towels. Overall, we had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Michelle p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Was fine for our needs cute- porch was beautiful
Suggestions Strong mildew smell needed to open all windows and run fans Need a/c in all bedrooms Need better lighting especially in the bathrooms Doesn’t look like from the picture the houses are as close as they actually are Neighborhood was very nice House was decorated nice but seemed cluttered. If u have small kids lots of things for them to touch
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic location, lovely cottage
Loved our time on Mt. Gretna in this lo elt cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peggyanne W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location!
We stayed here for the Celtic Fling weekend at the Renaissance Fairie. It was the perfect location! The place was well done with antique furniture and decor. The only drawback is the only shower...its tight. The only other option is a beautiful claw foot tub...maybe add a shower attachment to that?
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anita M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
We stayed here during our vacation to Hershey it was so relaxing to come home to! Super easy and quick commute. When we first got there our key had gotten mixed up and we couldn't get in but the owners were super fast to bring us the correct key even though it was after hours around 6pm. There was plenty of supplies to cook with. The kids were never bored and theres only one small tv but they didn't even watch it they went outside to play which is totally not like them 😅 no complaints at all! My son is already asking if we can go back and just live there. Oh, most of the outlets upstairs are only 2 prong instead of 3, it is an older home, but I didn't think about that before we left and had to charge our phones downstairs but other than that perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Getaway
Beautiful weekend getaway— wonderfully curated late 19th c home with just enough modern amenities to keep everyone happy. The wrap around porch was our favorite part, great wicker collection with, great attention to detail. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023