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Cozy Mount Gretna Chautauqua Cottage near Hershey with treehouse porch

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Perched high above the street, this 2 bedroom cottage offers a serene retreat with a large front porch, perfect for soaking in the sounds of nearby music from the playhouse. Inside, find comfort in a full kitchen and convenient laundry facilities.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms74 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Cozy Mount Gretna Chautauqua Cottage near Hershey with treehouse porch

  • Tucked among the trees in the heart of historic Mount Gretna, this charming 2-bedroom cottage offers the perfect blend of vintage character and cozy comfort. Perched high above the street, the oversized front porch feels like your own private treehouse retreat — the kind of place where mornings begin slowly with coffee in hand and evenings end with the soft sounds of music drifting from the nearby Playhouse.

    Inside, the cottage is filled with warm French Quarter-inspired décor, eclectic artwork, and timeless Mount Gretna charm. The fully equipped kitchen is stocked with everything you need for cooking, entertaining, or enjoying a quiet night in. The home also includes high-speed internet, a washer and dryer, and one full bath plus an additional half bath for added convenience.

    The porch is truly the highlight of the home — spacious, peaceful, and surrounded by mature trees that make you feel tucked away from the world while still being steps from all Mount Gretna has to offer.

    LINEN POLICY: Fresh linens are provided for your stay, and the linen/laundry fee is already included in the total cost of your reservation. There is no additional charge for linens after booking.

    Whether you're visiting for a weekend getaway, a Playhouse performance, lake days, or simply to unwind on the porch beneath the trees, this cottage offers a uniquely cozy Mount Gretna experience filled with charm, character, and comfort.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Once ready to check out, please put all linens on floors of the rooms they were originally provided for.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Lebanon, this cottage is near theme parks. Spooky Nook Sports is worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Hersheypark and Hershey's Chocolate World. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Hersheypark Stadium or Giant Center. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling, horse riding and mountain biking. Visit our Lebanon travel guide
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Mount Gretna, PA

What's nearby

  • A water park with multiple slides and a roller coaster.
    Hersheypark
    26 min drive - 26.9 km
  • Gretna Theatre
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Conewago Lake
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Clarence Schock Memorial Park at Governor Dick
    2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Elizabethtown Station
    21 min drive
  • Lancaster, PA (LNS)
    27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Jersey Mike's Subs
    10 min drive
  • Dunkin'
    10 min drive
  • Quentin Tavern
    7 min drive
  • Quentin Haus Restaurant
    6 min drive
  • Colebrook Tavern
    6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Mount Gretna Chautauqua Cottage near Hershey with treehouse porch pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cozy Mount Gretna Chautauqua Cottage near Hershey with treehouse porch ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Mount Gretna Chautauqua Cottage near Hershey with treehouse porch ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Mount Gretna Chautauqua Cottage near Hershey with treehouse porch ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Mount Gretna Chautauqua Cottage near Hershey with treehouse porch located?

Situated in Lebanon, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Gretna Theatre and Conewago Lake. Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach and Clarence Schock Memorial Park at Governor Dick are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Cozy Mount Gretna Chautauqua Cottage near Hershey with treehouse porch Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 99 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 99 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 99 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 99 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 99 reviews

8.2

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kay D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect quiet location

Great cottage in a super quiet area. It was the perfect setting to relax and unwind after spending time with family in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it!

This was exactly what we needed! Loved this stay and everything about this house. So cozy and comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PAUL R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

Eclectic property in quiet neighborhood. A truly relaxing vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kris L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A little piece of history

This cabin is a charming piece of Mt Gretna history! Ideal for returning locals and people who understand what living in mountain woods is like. 😄
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Big city respite

This little cottage was fabulous! The interior was comfortable and cute. There was a little play area upstairs. The beds were cozy, but not quite long enough if you're over 5'10". I Loved the porch! We'll definitely return if we get the chance.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeff W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet stay in the woods

The cabin is quaint and quiet. Furnishings are period correct for a 1920's cabin....very cool, not always very comfortable. This would normally go largely unnoticed by us, but 5 of our 10 day stay was rain. There is a bit of a climb to get here, not the best choice for anyone with limitations. The porch is fabulous and we thoroughly enjoyed sitting out to read, watch the birds and smell the woods. Several good restaurants in the area and every person we encountered in Mt. Gretna was super friendly.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming historical home, appointed with period decor

Continually found treasures of a by gone era that added to the fun. Well stocked kitchen. Lovely walk through woods behind house. Eatery in walking distance, groceries 15 minutes away. Outdoor theater in walking distance. Nearby lake that we did not visit. Porch area quite large, well lit,breezy. Quiet neighborhood except for theater group practice. Host readily accessible and helpful. Would highly recommend to families or couples. I would worry about small children breaking antiques
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Turiya Grace G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely get-a-way and some things to know

What a charming place!!!!! The gas fireplace added so much coziness. I would say "perfect" but for a few considerations. We arrived after dark and had a hard time finding the ccorrect cottage. better signage and lights would have been so helpful. We are both older, I with severe osteoporosis and a fall could be very bad. The inside steps are steep and scary for someone like me. I felt afraid I'd fall down the steps on my way to the bathrooom at night. We mistakenly parked in our neighbors drive, again, no signage we saw at night. For younger, more agile folks, it would be a dream house, the bed very comfortable, so many charming aspects. the street light outside of the sitting room/tv room did require being blocked out by the couch pillows. there was a fair amount of noise from our neighbors, which interrupted a little the love I have of just sitting in the quiet of the porch. my partner would have been more comfortable with a better quality of toilet paper and a fan in the bathroom. All this said, it was still a wonderful delightful stay. . thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We visited family in the area and shopped at antique stores. The cottage was ideally situated and in a very beautiful setting.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PAUL R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always a relaxing experience
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Angela K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The place was eclectic. Not as clean as I typically like to see. However maybe I just expect it to be zero dust bunnies under the bed so maybe I am just too picky., but it is an older cabin so maybe a bit of dust is to be expected. It is very unique and had various antiques and pictures of NOLA so it was like a treasure hunt. Parking is not ideal but doable. The area was very nice and I would have loved to enjoy some of the trails but was not there for that, so maybe another time. Hosts are very kind and responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Ashley H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place to stay

It was an interesting place. I enjoyed it very much
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Treetops in Gretna

Loved property with beautiful views, a little off the beaten path for Gretna yet close to everything.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Getaway

Stayed here a few years back for the 4th and this year again for the 4th. Always a good time quiet neighborhood. Good for relaxing and close to Hershey park. Will be coming back more often now that my son is a little older!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Anne F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
This is a cozy cottage high up in the trees. I’ve stayed in Gretna before and have always enjoyed it. This cottage was a bit more remote, which is perfect for peace and serenity. The cottage decor was enjoyable. I think with a few updates and ongoing cleaning and maintenance this cottage would be perfect.
Stayed 43 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mr Gretna Cottage

Comfortable, charming, eclectic cottage with welcoming wrap around porch surrounded by tall rhododendrons. Walkable neighborhood. Great place to slow down and reconnect with self and others.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mt. Gretna - May 2024

This was our 2nd time staying at The Cottage in the Woods, and it was just as nice as the first time. Staying in Mt. Gretna is magical, and we hope to do it again soon.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Porch Life

A lovely Victorian home off a quiet street in Mount Gretna with a beautiful wraparound porch nestled in a hill. Lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Charles H A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you like rustic, well-worn comfort, you’ll love this property located in an intimate community of cottages straddling a densely wooded mountainside. Access is a bit rough, and there are steep stairs to the porch and between floors inside as well. But the porch is heavenly, a place to relax and commune cheek to jowl with nature.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Patricia M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Art Show Stay

Property great. Cleaning company not doing their job Wonderful cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steffan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Early Summer Getaway

We absolutely adored staying at this adorable cottage. We were looking for an authentic Gretna experience and that’s exactly what we got. From the carefully curated antiques to the peaceful perfection of the wraparound porch, my partner and I got the rest, relaxation, and regeneration we sought out.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kendra Y.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint and peaceful - loved the outdoor deck

Our family was looking for a weekend get-a-way as a substitute for our vacation bc of COVID. This place was just the ticket. A great location near a bike path/lake and loved spending time on the wrap-around deck. Thank you, William!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Jan

Our seventh year at this lovely cottage!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming!

Absolutely loved this place! Was on a work/mini vacation and everything was fantastic. Wifi was great, the cottage was whimsical, clean, and comfortable. Hosts were super responsive (no issues, just had questions about a few things.) Beds comfortable, porch was awesome. Loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JoEllen N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute cottage

Loved the colorful, funky kitchen and interesting collection of vintage furniture and decor. The wooded surroundings were beautiful, felt like we were in a treehouse when we sat on the porch. The narrow stairs were difficult for an elderly relative to navigate, but since they we’re staying elsewhere it wasn’t a problem.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023