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The Storybook Cottage | Close to Lancaster | Secret Room

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A living room with two armchairs, a small table, a fireplace, and a world map on the wall.
A kitchen with green cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a dining area with a table covered in plastic.
A dining area with a large table, wooden chairs, a chandelier, and a kitchen in the background.
A two-story house with a front porch, a chimney, and a well-maintained lawn.
A kitchen with teal cabinets, a central island, a dishwasher, a stove, and a microwave.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

87 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Lancaster, PA
  • Place, James Buchanan's Wheatland
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Campus of History
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Keystone Art & Culture Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Harrisburg, PA (MDT-Harrisburg Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

The Storybook Cottage | Close to Lancaster | Secret Room

Welcome to The Storybook Cottage, a delightful little escape right outside of downtown Lancaster City. Perfect for travelling families, small groups, and couples, this cozy home is centrally located, furnished with family-friendly amenities, and has everything you need for a perfect stay in Lancaster!

Location
-9 min to Lancaster Convention Center
-10 min to Central Market
-11 min to Science Factory
-20 min to Dutch Wonderland
-17 min to Spooky Nook Sports
-17 min to Turkey Hill Experience
- Unauthorized pets will incur a $300 fine.
- No smoking. If any smoking smell or paraphernalia is discovered, the guest will be charged a $300 smoking fine. No exceptions.
- Quiet Hours are from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM. Please be respectful of your neighbors.
During your stay at this cottage, you'll be within walking distance of James Buchanan's Wheatland. You'll find features such as an arcade/games room. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and a TV in the cottage.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, washing machine and living room
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • 5 minutes by car from Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square and 5 minutes from Central Market
The Storybook Cottage | Close to Lancaster | Secret Room offers its guests barbecue grills, an arcade/games room, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Lancaster cottage is smoke free.


Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 937 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

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

Rules

- Unauthorized pets will incur a $300 fine. - No smoking.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Dogs under 60lbs are allowed for a fee.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

515177

The Storybook Cottage | Close to Lancaster | Secret Room Reviews

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10

Exceptional

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10/10 Excellent

Katie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was wonderful! There was effective and timely communication, the property was neat, and conveniently located! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026