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Outdoor dining
Exterior
4 bedrooms
TV, fireplace, DVD player
Dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8108 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Find Yourself on First Street

Life is simple (just add water).

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

● Wrap around porch with hanging baskets, lots of seating, a porch swing and gas grill.
● DOG FRIENDLY! (please only one dog)🐕
● Window Air Conditioning unit on both floors, Attic fan, 5 ceiling fans

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 - Restored country kitchen with original farmhouse sink completely stocked with dish sets, cooking utensils, flatware and pots & pans, appliances: updated stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, blender, and mixer. Opens into dining room with seating for 8.

LIVING ROOM - Cozy living room provides a gathering place with a flat-screen 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, and ceiling fan
Bedroom 2: 2nd floor bedroom with double bed, dresser, and ceiling fan
Bedroom 3: 2nd floor bedroom with double bed, dresser, and ceiling fan
Bedroom 4: 2nd floor bedroom with 2 single beds, dresser, and ceiling fan

BATHROOMS -
Bathroom 1: Full bathroom with clawfoot tub and separate shower room on 2nd floor
Bathroom 2: Half bathroom on 1st floor

WIFI – SORRY, THERE IS NO WIFI AT THIS COTTAGE.

FIREPLACE - Please enjoy the indoor gas fireplace.

FREE PARKING! Free, off-street parking directly behind cottage for 3 cars.

BOOKING - 2-night minimum. Available May – October only. 10% discount for stays 7 nights!

PLEASE NOTE... THERE IS NO WIFI OR LAUNDRY AT THIS COTTAGE. DOG FRIENDLY! (Please only one (1) dog. $150 additional fee). Linens, 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

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

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
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,160 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
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
1 total pets
Note from host: DOG FRIENDLY - Please only one dog!

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
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

Property is also known as

Original Campmeeting Cottage With Spacious Wrap Around Proch

About the neighborhood

Map
PA, Mount Gretna

What's nearby

  • Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach - 15 min walk
  • Clarence Schock Memorial Park at Governor Dick - 2 min drive
  • Mount Hope Estate & Winery - 7 min drive
  • Spooky Nook Sports - 24 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 - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Quentin Tavern - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Find Yourself on First Street pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Find Yourself on First Street?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Find Yourself on First Street?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Find Yourself on First Street 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).

Find Yourself on First Street Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shelby T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and cozy
If you need a rustic hunting cabin that brings joy and togetherness, this is the spot! Breakfast on the porch and games in the evening were perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Attention to Deco
Lovely cottage. Beautiful antiques. Perfect layout for our family. So enjoyed the games and the wraparound porch. Internet would be a preferred addition. We had a great time, celebrating our 50th anniversary❣️
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily W., Nanticoke, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Authentic gretna cottage, with some appreciated modern conveniences
This lovely cottage is beautifully furnished with antiques, but also has updated and very functional bathrooms and kitchen spaces. The location and porch are also wonderful. Our group really enjoyed our stay. The only misleading part of the listing is the claim that the 4th bedroom has two twin beds. The one twin bed was very comfortable, but the other “bed” is just a small upholstered bench.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent home base for Gretna vacation
Wrap-around porch elevates outdoor living. Functional kitchen makes meal times easy. Four bedrooms give everyone their own space. And there’s parking! We would be happy to stay again at this quaint and comfortable cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kay M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved
Loved the stay and the peacefulness of the area. The only negative was the one bedroom did not have a twin bed nor single. It was more like a bench with a pad but other than that we loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Linda R.

Family trip
Perfect for our purpose a for family weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy, rustic, antique cabin. Full of charm!
We had a lovely time staying at this property. The cabin was charming and antique with a huge porch. We loved the claw foot tub, the fireplace, and the proximity to the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire. We only wished we'd had more time and indoor space to hang out together!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage Stay
Lovely Cottage, It was clean, neat and interesting. It would have been nice to have functioning porch lights.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Getaway
Even if we wouldn't have had perfect weather to explore the neighborhood, we could have just enjoyed more time at the comfy cozy cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding guests
Have stayed in gretna before, loved the home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

kelly n.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect weekend
We lucked out with perfect cool weather for the weekend. Not sure how cool the house would be with typical August temperatures. The house was clean and the beds were comfortable. When we were at the house we spent most of our time on the porch or walking around in the neighborhood. Very friendly neighborhood. The inside was dark and could use some better brighter lighting.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Everette S., 1732 Edgewood Hill Circ. apt. 102 Hagerstown, md. 21740

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation
Very nice
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melody K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
Great area and cute house. We loved it! Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolute whimsical retreat
I have been wanting to visit Mount Gretna for years and this visit did not disappoint. The community is beyond charming and our home was absolutely stunning. The home was a time capsule filled with unique antiques and curiosities. I spent the first day admiring all of the treasures right down to the original rope beds amongst all modern day luxuries. The house was so well appointed. There was not one item we wished for. Our trip was so relaxed and enjoyable. I highly recommend booking this home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Patricia P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location
Wonderful experience especially the family dinner on the porch that lasted for hours. Location is excellent, kitchen is well supplied, it’s dim inside- needs brighter lightbulbs, the carpet is older, mattress in the room with AC is ready to be replaced soon, other rooms seemed fine. This is a rustic atmosphere in Mt Gretna so this place is as you would expect; relaxing and family and dog friendly. We will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Retreat
This expansive cottage was exactly the rustic vacation home we were looking for! The location was ideal and close to restaurants and the lake. The porch was an amazing extension of the home. It was also nice that they accepted pets. We recommend this home to couples or families. There is plenty of space for everyone!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Patrice B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway place
Perfect location close to LVC. Enjoyed the quaint setting!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Lisa D.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Cozy but needed some cleaning
Great neighborhood to stay in. House was cozy and had a nice rustic charm. Shower curtain was covered in mold and dusting and vacuuming was needed, but we still had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family get away
Cute cottage! But when they say bring your own paper products (paper towels, toilet paper) they mean it. Also towels. Including hand towels! Other than that the cottage was perfect for our family!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
This property was great for our family. Plenty of places to sleep, very quiet and comfortable. My husband and I sat on the porch swing every night and enjoyed the cool evenings together.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pamela W.

Liked: Cleanliness
A step back in time
Lovely home with beautiful antiques throughout the home. We loved our stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

Liked: Cleanliness
We rented the house for Mother's Day weekend.
I absolutely loved the house. It was like stepping into history and the past when you opened the door. The Antique and vintage furniture was neat to look at and the rope beds were surprisingly very comfortable. The antique decorations were also well placed and neat to look at. Definitely a intresting place if you like that sort of thing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Mary J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Too dark!
Well, we aren’t in to antiques and dark walls and ceilings and tiny lamps and furniture. So, it wasn’t the best place for us. Chilly upstairs bedrooms as well.....kitchen is very old fashioned and again, we aren’t into that.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alison C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful retreat in beautiful Mount Gretna
This was a perfect vacation for our family in the historic and beautiful little village of Mount Gretna. The narrow streets, walking trails, wrap around porches on every cute cottage, and decorated scenery in every direction was a magical step out of regular life into this little wonderland. The people are as nice as you’ll ever meet and this cottage was idyllic. So many careful little touches added to the magic and mystery of this special place. We are already looking forward to coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019