Spacious Cottage with Charming Porches in Mt. Gretna - Hershey / Manheim, PA
Cottage in Mount Gretna, PA
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area
About this cottage rental
“IDRO” is a vintage cottage that has been treasured and preserved by one family. The exterior has been freshly painted. There are 3 bedrooms - one queen, one double, and a third with twin beds. There is a full bath upstairs with a claw-foot tub and shower, also a half bath on the first floor. It has a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, and a separate dining room that seats 8-10 that leads to a screened porch. The living room is open and comfortable with double doors joining the spacious wrap around porch. This is the perfect place to relax on the rocking chairs, hammock, or swing. There is off street parking for 3 vehicles.
* Linens and towels are provided. Our house cleaner always allows ample time for a full cleaning between renters and follows the CDC Cleaning and Disinfecting Guidelines.
“IDRO” is located in historic Mt. Gretna, a unique, wooded, lake town, with Victorian cottages. It has a busy summer schedule with music, theatre, and art programs. Within walking distance are restaurants, playgrounds, hiking and biking trails, miniature golf, and a roller rink. In addition, there is an old fashioned swimming hole complete with swings, floating docks, and canoes. Hershey and Lancaster’s Amish Country are within a short drive.
My sister and I manage the cottage to give our guests a more personal experience. Previous renters have left wonderful reviews calling IDRO “magical”, “a perfect getaway”, “a favorite place” and one that “feeds your soul”. One renter wrote, “The entire home was stocked with anything and everything we could need, which was impressive! The vintage dishes made me giddy and so much in the home reminded me of my childhood. The history of the cottage and all the decor and antiques were just beautiful. I will certainly be returning to IDRO :) Your great grandparents created a wonderful cottage.”
* Linens and towels are provided. Our house cleaner always allows ample time for a full cleaning between renters and follows the CDC Cleaning and Disinfecting Guidelines.
“IDRO” is located in historic Mt. Gretna, a unique, wooded, lake town, with Victorian cottages. It has a busy summer schedule with music, theatre, and art programs. Within walking distance are restaurants, playgrounds, hiking and biking trails, miniature golf, and a roller rink. In addition, there is an old fashioned swimming hole complete with swings, floating docks, and canoes. Hershey and Lancaster’s Amish Country are within a short drive.
My sister and I manage the cottage to give our guests a more personal experience. Previous renters have left wonderful reviews calling IDRO “magical”, “a perfect getaway”, “a favorite place” and one that “feeds your soul”. One renter wrote, “The entire home was stocked with anything and everything we could need, which was impressive! The vintage dishes made me giddy and so much in the home reminded me of my childhood. The history of the cottage and all the decor and antiques were just beautiful. I will certainly be returning to IDRO :) Your great grandparents created a wonderful cottage.”
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Dishwasher
TV
Family friendly
Map of Mount Gretna, PA
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Reviews
10.0
We loved it! So cozy and inviting. The area (campmeeting) is so neat and relaxing. Cathy is a wonderful host. The IDRO cottage is a gem. Definitely recommend.
10.0
Lovely cottage with a perfect porch which is partially screened. Everything you could need for a stay was available except food. Centrally located to all Mount Gretna activities. The porch looks out on a lovely neighborhood park. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay..
10.0
Our family really needed a get away after my wife had recently finished chemotherapy. IDRO and Mount Gretna provided the quality family time we needed.
IDRO a wonderful cabin that is very well maintained, well stocked with a beautiful wrap around porch that is partially screened in. It had plenty of space for our family of four and a really nice blend of rusticity and modern features.
Sisters and owners, Cathy and Robin, did a great job of making us feel welcome. The same is true for Mount Gretna and its residents. We especially enjoyed evening walks around the community and meeting residents.
We had a great time and hope to return soon.
David
10.0
outstanding
10.0
What a great property , we enjoyed sitting on the porch and walking around mnt Gretna .our hostess was extremely friendly and organized . We found the mnt Gretna hideaway restaurant just a short walk away and enjoyed meals there .
10.0
The home was beautiful and in a prime location. We loved it. So cozy, quiet, relaxing and it had everything we could possibly need. I loved the screened in porch to get away from mosquitos and then the air conditioning units upstairs were perfect for the night to cool off. Plenty of linens and dishware. Glad to see so much vintage character still in the home.
10.0
The cottage and the town of Mt. Gretna holds such tranquility and beauty. This property was perfect for our group of 40's and up. We enjoyed making and eating breakfast on the porth each morning and ending the evening on a rocking chair on the same porch. The house is perfectly equipped to cook, relax and savor the majestic oak trees. This is the type of place to unwind and reconnect with mother nature. Unfortunately, our trip was cut short by a family member passing but our hosts were very understanding of our situation and were in communication with us and even refunded part of our stay which was very much appreciated.
Mt. Gretna is known as a spiritual campsite and based how kind and gracious the people of that town treated my family as we got the worst news of our lives; I'm eternally grateful that we were in such a soulful place in our time of great sorrow.
What a lovely cottage in an idyllic place.
10.0
This property was rustic and full of history. The host was gracious and took the time to stop in and share history with the family. Check in was easy, once we figured out street setup. Didn’t help that we didn’t arrive in daylight hours so our fault, not theirs. Everything you could need was included. Wi-Fi was good. LOVED the large front porch. There are some lovely little restaurants. We especially enjoyed trivia night at The Hideaway and breakfast at Porch and Pantry. Although this wasn’t an issue for us, I would say if you have anybody with mobility issues this place would be challenging. We hope to return when our schedule permits.
10.0
This librarian read 4 books on the porch during our 1 week stay. Lovely and relaxing. My son had a blast and made lots of friends.
10.0
Cathy was awesome and the place was great!
10.0
TBH I never made it to Gretna. Property owners treated me very kindly. When the first part of my reason for staying there was cancelled they even allowed me to modify my reservation.
I will get there eventually!
8.0
This is our second stay in Idro. Love the updates of the exterior / porch painting and making some of the rooms brighter with white. Owners are very responsive. Well stocked, one of the best porches in Gretna (with an enclosed section)!
10.0
This was our second time at Idro and we will definitely be back! Idro is old school, a little rustic, but completely perfect and has everything you need. It feels like home and tonight as I was putting my 12 year old to bed he said "I miss our hammock at Idro." The porch is amazing - a dining table for 4 people, 5 rocking chairs, a hammock and a porch swing. The perfect place to spend a summer day or evening. Cathy is a great communicator - always responsive. We love staying here!
8.0
The owners with the Carney were very easy to work with. The house is charming and we really enjoyed all of the card games we played on the porch. Since most of us were seniors the stairs were a little difficult at times
10.0
Quiet, everything I was looking for. The house has everything you need other than food to make your week complete. The rocking chairs on the porch are the best!!!
10.0
Always a treat to stay here. The weather was cool enough to enjoy the hammock. House is well stocked with everything you may need or even forget. Very comfortable, clean and cozy.
10.0
Great cottage
So peaceful, so quiet, so comfy. Everything is available in the cottage for cooking, staying warm, & entertainment!
10.0
Lovely cottage
This home is cozy, comfortable, quiet and has all you need to have an enjoyable and relaxing getaway. We will definitely be back.
10.0
Excellent cottage. The cottage had anything we needed.
Easy to deal with the owner. The location allowed us to hike, mountain bike, walk the streets of Mount Gretna, eat at the Hideaway and on the wonderful cottage porch!
10.0
Mt Gretna is heaven !!
Charming location. Great history of earlier Americana. Wonderful house and host. Perfect for a long weekend getaway.
10.0
Wonderful!
The cottage was just wonderful.
10.0
The perfect getaway
My family (2 adults, 2 kids - ages 8 and 11) stayed here for five days around Labor Day - it was perfect!! We are already looking to book it for next year to make it annual tradition. We had never been to Mt. Gretna before but found it to be almost idyllic. My boys rode their bikes every day - around the streets of the Campmeeting, to the little community library and to the playground. The house was big and well stocked - it had everything we needed. And the Porch!!! We spent plenty of time hanging in the hammock or sitting on the swing. The location was ideal for jumping on the rail trail. It was the vacation we all needed.
10.0
Quaint and quiet
Lovely home with screened in porch, and spacious covered porch featuring multiple rocking chairs, hammock, porch swing.... spent the first day doing a puzzle on the porch while our kids rode bikes on the pedestrian paths. Great little getaway to relax and unwind!
10.0
Family Favorite
This is the Cottage we look for when we coordinate everyones' schedule! Love it here!
10.0
Old world charm
A charming Victorian set on pedestrian path but easy access and parking off First Street. Was well stocked with everything one might possibly need. Appliances are a bit older but fully functional. Highlights are the outdoor porches with rockers hammock swing and even a screened in section. Plenty of sheets and towels, excellent wifi. Games and even a vintage card shuffler that handled uno cards with no problem. Enjoyed our stay.
10.0
Like stepping back in time!
Very easy, good communication, everything you need is provided
10.0
Lovely cottage
Wonderful stay!
10.0
Perfect little getaway!
Simply splendid!
10.0
Best porch in Mount Gretna
This is the third time we have stayed at Idro and we keep coming back for the amazing porch, which has ample chairs for relaxing, a table for eating, a hammock and porch swing, and even a screened-in sitting area. The house itself has plenty of space, and the kitchen is well-appointed with everything you might need,. When we arrived the house was absolutely spotless. Idro is a great house and a great base for hiking, biking, exploring Amish country, visiting g Hershey, and enjoying the area.
10.0
Great Get-Away
This location and home were a lovely change of pace as we emerge from the stay at home orders -- while still staying safe and socially distancing. Everything was perfect.
8.0
Mt. Gretna
Nice quaint place that is very comforatable, quiet and peaceful. All the houses have great porches.
10.0
Perfect spot to learn to ride a bike!
This was our third summer at Idro, and this year our 5 year old mastered riding his bike! We love that this house has pedestrian paths and a small clearing in view of the porch where the kids can ride their bikes and play. It's a great escape from the city.
10.0
Authentic Mt Gretna Vacation Spot
Wonderful cottage, keeping many original features as well as modern conveniences. Our family, ages 11-64 all thoroughly enjoyed this one!
10.0
A favorite cottage
This was our second time staying at Idro. This cottage is just delightful. I love the screened in porch and fact that it is relatively childproof. We hope to stay at Idro again in the future.
10.0
Classic Gretna!
This was a great property to stay at. One of my favorite Gretna porches with a bonus screened in porch that is great to avoid mosquitoes! The property was well cleaned, the owner was extremely responsive, flexible and friendly. Definitely recommend staying here!
10.0
mt gretna
Mt Gretna is like being in a fairy land.
10.0
Beautiful home
IDRO is a gem! We had everything we needed and had a wonderful relaxing weekend in this cozy home.
10.0
Perfect getaway
Can’t say enough good things about this place, we love it and it feels like home. Rooms are spacious and the kitchen has everything you could possibly need: crockpot, toaster, keurig, reusable keurig pods (bring your favorite coffee!) plenty of dishes and some Tupperware for storing leftovers. Window AC units keep you cool and a fan in each room if you need a boost. Huge covered porch. Walking paths and space for kids to play in front of the house. Owners take good care of their family home and are quick to respond if any issues. We love the house and will definitely be back.
10.0
Well stocked with essential housekeeping supplies. Charming interior. Parking is a breeze.
Property clean on arrival. Hosts are quick to answer questions. We hit a very humid stretch that was difficult to ignore.
10.0
Just what the doctor ordered!
The perfect place to relax and take your mind off things... All you could need was available at the house and it was nice and cozy and had old fashioned charm. We barely felt the need to leave the porch, but if we had the urge, there was plenty of things to explore within short walking distance.
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Mount Gretna?
The average price for a rental in Mount Gretna is R 4,501 per night. This rental is R 268 above the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Spacious Cottage with Charming Porches in Mt. Gretna - Hershey / Manheim, PA. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Spacious Cottage with Charming Porches in Mt. Gretna - Hershey / Manheim, PA pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Spacious Cottage with Charming Porches in Mt. Gretna - Hershey / Manheim, PA?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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