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9.2

Wonderful

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 493 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Hot tub

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Elizabethtown, PA

Harrisburg, PA (MDT-Harrisburg Intl.)18 min drive
Hershey's Chocolate World24 min drive
Hersheypark Stadium25 min drive
Hersheypark28 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

We enjoyed the chalet! The hot tub was top notch and big enough for all of us. We also were happy because this was in a ...

Kelsie W.

Oct 24, 2023

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

A Modern Rustic Chalet with HOT TUB! Near Hershey, PA

Our fully modernized Chalet is nestled in a small neighborhood. Located just outside Elizabethtown, PA our charming 2 bedroom is the perfect place to getaway and launch your adventures. Enjoy the Hot tub on the private patio just added this summer, with plenty of room to play outside on the half an acre of lawn too! Although shops and restaurants are only minutes away, the area has a peaceful and secluded feel. Located 12 miles from Hershey, PA!
One piece of charm in our Chalet is the spiral staircase to the 2nd floor. While it may seem narrow, it is fairly easily navigated. Please note, that while the bedrooms are upstairs the bathroom is downstairs. This should be a consideration if you frequent the bathroom at night.

Property manager

Dave Hilyard

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Quiet hours are from 9pm to 8am This is a local ordinance. Please respect the neighbors privacy and peace and quiet.

Food is to be kept in the kitchen and dining room only. No food in the living room or anywhere upstairs.

We are a dog friendly house. small to medium size, adult, house broken, obedient dogs will be approved by the host. Dogs must be crated when alone.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Elizabethtown

Located in Elizabethtown, this holiday home is in the city centre and near theme parks. Hershey Theatre and The Hershey Story Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Hersheypark and Hershey's Chocolate World. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Giant Center or Hersheypark Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Elizabethtown, PA

What's nearby

Hershey Theatre - 21 min drive
Hershey's Chocolate World - 24 min drive
Hersheypark Stadium - 25 min drive
Giant Center - 25 min drive
Hersheypark - 28 min drive

Getting around

Elizabethtown Station - 3 min drive
Harrisburg, PA (MDT-Harrisburg Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
‪T J Rockwell's - ‬7 min drive
‪Kickin Kadilaks - ‬43 min drive
‪Black Gryphon - ‬6 min drive
‪River House Bar & Grill - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Modern Rustic Chalet with HOT TUB! Near Hershey, PA pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at A Modern Rustic Chalet with HOT TUB! Near Hershey, PA?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Modern Rustic Chalet with HOT TUB! Near Hershey, PA?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Modern Rustic Chalet with HOT TUB! Near Hershey, PA located?

Located in the heart of Elizabethtown, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Masonic Health Care Center, Pages Bookstore and Conewago Recreation Trailhead. Saturday's Market and The Vineyard and Brewery at Hershey are also within 6 miles (10 km). Elizabethtown Station is 30 minutes by foot.

9.2

Wonderful

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Nick

25 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Exactly as pictured. Perfect for a couple's weekend trip. Drive to Hershey was at most 30 minutes. Enjoyed coming back to the quiet neighborhood each night. Hosts' communication and responses were quick and informative for any questions we had.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelsie W.

24 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay. Good location!

We enjoyed the chalet! The hot tub was top notch and big enough for all of us. We also were happy because this was in a good location for our day trips to Hershey, Lancaster and Gettysburg.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aimee M.

2 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect little getaway

Our stay at Donegal Chalet was lovely! The checkin process was super easy, the hosts were very communicative, and the house was so clean. We loved this little house as it was close enough to hershey but also in such a quiet neighborhood. The beds were also so comfy.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Larry M.

23 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location of Property

Location was perfect for our stay. Upgrades to living room furniture and the steps leading into the home has no hand rail and not sturdy.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B., Virginia, USA

18 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Getaway For 3

We loved it here and enjoyed our stay very much! The neighborhood is rural, very quiet, and well maintained. The home was very clean! Kitchen well equipped. Beds and pillows were soft and very comfortable. The bedrooms were a little warm on the hottest day of our trip but the hosts had provided box fans (and blankets, too!) and they did the trick! The spiral staircase was a hit with my kiddo and although it is narrow, my husband and I had no trouble navigating it to get to and from the bedrooms. We did choose to leave our luggage downstairs near the bathroom because that’s what worked for us anyways. The Hosts were very considerate, responsive, and helpful! Thanks so much!! Hope to stay here again!!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura A.

21 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect weekend getaway!

This is a beautiful and well decorated property. It was extremely clean and obviously well kept. Wonderful outside area and would love to rent again during cool weather to take advantage of the fire place and fire pit. It is a great location for people wanting a quiet place to stay that is close to plenty of activity (available in Hershey PA). The owners were kind and attentive. We would definitely rent from them again! We highly recommended this vacation spot!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Keith H.

2 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good location but, narrow spiral stairs and uneven upstairs bedroom floor

The property was in a good location and was very clean. Communication with the manager was great. The issues we had were the uneven walk to the front door, the extremely small spiral stairs leading to the only beds, and the cut and uneven floor boards in the bedroom. I twisted my ankle walking to the front door and my son stubbed his toe on the uneven non secured flooring. The stairs are so narrow and tightly turning you have to walk sideways to get upstairs. We could not get our luggage up the stairs to the bedrooms. The only bathroom is downstairs, which is very daunting in the night. Would not recommend for elderly, over weight, small children or pets. Would be fine for a younger couple if the front walk and upstairs bedroom floor are fixed.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

31 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute place!

We loved it here and wish we had booked an additional night. Great porch and kitchen. Cute bedrooms. Spiral stairs are not for the elderly or anyone over 225lb (in my opinion) Daughters loved the kitchen and smart tv was a bonus.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ana C.

4 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful mini vacation

My experience in this home was great. I felt very welcomed & comfortable. The owners of the house also made us & my pet feel welcomed. I would definitely recommend staying here. It’s also a nice neighborhood.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Corey F.

1 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very smooth process and exactly what was posted.

Thank you - was a great experience here.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alaina L.

30 Jan 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic!

Beautiful home located in a quiet neighborhood. My husband and I went with our infant and another couple. It was very comfortable accommodations. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will be back!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

About the host

Hosted by Dave Hilyard

We are a family of 5 with 2 girls and 1 boy, all in middle school and high school. They are involved with running the vacation rental with us. Mindy grew up in this area and graduated high school here. She has many family close by. Dave grew up in western PA, here, and southern Virginia where he graduated high school. We currently reside in Mount Joy, PA, just a short 15 minute drive from the Chalet.
We also love to travel as a family and as a couple as well. Our adventures have taken us to popular Ski resorts and national parks, nation wide. We have done some international travel as well. One of our favorite overseas trips was to Ireland. This is where the name Donegal originated. Count Donegal in northern section of Ireland to be specific. It is also the name of the municipality the Chalet is located in.

Why they chose this property

The inspiration for the Chalet is from the different places we have stayed in mountain towns and ski resorts. We are drawn to the small town, village type places tucked away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. We still like to stay connected while traveling, but like the feel of being away from congested areas. That has formed the choice of location for our Chalet.
We purchased this property in 2020 with the sole purpose of offering it as a short term vacation rental. We have hosted many couples and families since April of 2021.

What makes this property unique

The number one quality of our property is the location. It is rural but close enough to everything central PA has to offer. The second thing distinct about our property is the rustic modern feel. It's like staying in a Chalet on the side of a mountain without the seclusion from and distance from all that is available locally and regionally.