As You Lake It on Otterbein

Lake life, cuz' beaches be salty!

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

● DIRECT CHECK-IN WITH HASSLE-FREE, KEYLESS ENTRY!
● FRESH LINENS (bed sheets & towels) INCLUDED AT NO ADDITIONAL COST
● Ideal location! Directly beside Mount Gretna’s Tabernacle – Enjoy summer music concerts on covered wrap around porch.
● DOG FRIENDLY - Dogs allowed and welcomed! 🐕

The minimalist features of this cottage bring attention to calmness and simplicity. Reduce stress and relax, finding a sense of order in uncluttered rooms with soft color tones, open spaces, lots of natural light, and comfortable furniture placed with intention.

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 – 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:
Bedroom 1 – 2nd floor Master bedroom with Queen size bed, wood-beamed with huge floor to ceiling window, carpeting, remote-controlled ceiling fan
Bedroom 2 – 2nd floor bedroom with 1 Full size bed, angled ceilings, large window, hand-polished hardwood flooring
Bedroom 3 – 2nd floor bedroom with upholstered daybed and trundle (2 Single size beds), hand-polished hardwood flooring and high ceilings * 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 hardwood flooring. Minimally decorated with a modern couch and large Smart TV. Opens into Dining Room with large table for 6. Front door leads directly to wrap around porch. Staircase to bedrooms on 2nd floor has a beautiful antique handrail – a piece originally from a train rode by President Franklin Delano Roosevelt!

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

WIFI – FREE WIFI!

FIREPLACE – Sorry, there is no fireplace.

PARKING – FREE PARKING! Short walk from cottage at the parking lot near the playground on 1st Street or the parking lot near Mount Gretna Fire Hall. Additional parking available at Mount Gretna United Methodist Church.

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

PLEASE NOTE... DOG FRIENDLY! ($150 additional charge). Bed sheets, pillows, bedspreads, blankets, and bath towels provided at no charge. Paper products are NOT 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