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A living room with two armchairs, a small table, a fireplace, and a world map on the wall. - The Storybook Cottage | Close to Lancaster | Secret Room (Lancaster)
A dining area with a large table, wooden chairs, a chandelier, and a kitchen in the background. - The Storybook Cottage | Close to Lancaster | Secret Room (Lancaster)
A kitchen with teal cabinets, a central island, a dishwasher, a stove, and a microwave. - The Storybook Cottage | Close to Lancaster | Secret Room (Lancaster)
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A firepit, a garden and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at The Storybook Cottage | Close to Lancaster | Secret Room. In addition to an arcade/games room, guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

87 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

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.

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

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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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and 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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

West Lancaster, a neighbourhood in Lancaster, is home to this cottage. Sight and Sound Theatre and American Music Theatre Lancaster are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Central Market and Tanger Outlets Lancaster. Consider Rainbow Dinner Theater for a night out or Dutch Wonderland if you're travelling with kids. Visit our Lancaster travel guide
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Lancaster, PA

What's nearby

  • Lancaster_JamesBuchanansWheatland_6078571_005
    James Buchanan's Wheatland
    5 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Lancaster_TangerOutletsLancaster_6187756001_015
    Tanger Outlets Lancaster
    23 min drive - 24.4 km
  • Dutch Wonderland
    Dutch Wonderland
    24 min drive - 25.1 km
  • Campus of History
    5 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Keystone Art & Culture Center
    7 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Lancaster Station
    14 min drive
  • Lancaster, PA (LNS)
    27 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    7 min walk
  • Starbucks
    3 min drive
  • Taco Bell
    9 min walk
  • Panera Bread
    3 min drive
  • Dominion Pizza
    2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Storybook Cottage | Close to Lancaster | Secret Room pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Storybook Cottage | Close to Lancaster | Secret Room?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Storybook Cottage | Close to Lancaster | Secret Room?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Storybook Cottage | Close to Lancaster | Secret Room located?

This family-friendly Lancaster cottage is located in West Lancaster, within 2 mi (3 km) of James Buchanan's Wheatland and Franklin & Marshall College. North Museum of Natural History and The Ware Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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The Storybook Cottage | Close to Lancaster | Secret Room Reviews

Reviews

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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