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2 mi from WISP & lake, outdoor hot tub, wood burning stove, luv DOGS!

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Property grounds
Exterior
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

Map
MD, McHenry
  • Popular LocationWisp Resort8 min walk
  • Popular LocationDeep Creek Lake7 min drive
  • Popular LocationAdventure Sports Center International10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

2 mi from WISP & lake, outdoor hot tub, wood burning stove, luv DOGS!

Relax, recover and unwind at Writers' Refuge, a beautiful secluded and modern mountain chalet. This is a spectacular opportunity to enjoy all that Deep Creek Lake has to offer.

Whether skiing in the winter, boating in the summer or admiring the changing colors in Autumn, Writers' Refuge at Deep Creek Lake has something for the whole family to enjoy. High-speed Internet access is included and provides an excellent opportunity to take an extended vacation and catch up on work, if necessary. (desk and computer monitor included in downstairs bedroom) Well behaved pets are always welcome. Our beloved yellow lab spent 14 years hiking with us around DCL--we cherish the memories and understand that four-legged family members are just as important as the rest of our family members. We now have two new labs, Ama and Lucky, that have joined our family and are loving the wonderful hiking trails in the area.

This beautiful three-story chalet has 4 bedrooms: Bedroom 1 on the main floor (queen) with sliding glass doors to the back deck and connected door to main bath; Bedroom 2 on top floor (queen); Bedroom 3 on top floor (full); Bedroom 4 on lower level (2 twins and 1 single trundle/total for twins) with sliding glass door to backyard; Two bathrooms--one on main floor and one on top floor. The upstairs bathroom has a tub, the main floor bathroom has shower and tub.

The house is located 2 miles from Deep Creek Lake and 1.5 miles from the WISP Ski Resort entrance. It is fully furnished inside and out with lots of quilts and very cozy furnishings. We now include linens and quilts with each bed and include a set of towels for each guest.

Enjoy the view overlooking the woods from the deck, relax in front of the wood-burning stove or gaze at the stars from the outdoor hot tub. Grill out and relax on the large back deck overlooking the woods. The chalet is just minutes away from beautiful state parks, including: Deep Creek Lake Park, Swallow Falls and Herrington Manor.

Guests of Writers' Refuge have complimentary access to Deep Creek Fitness...enjoy your workout!

High-speed WIFI access is included. We recently over-stocked the kitchen with new pottery dishes, pots/pans, glass and barware. We upgraded the appliances a couple of years ago with all stainless steel appliances, new gas stove added in 2020 and we upgraded the washer/dryer with stainless steel as well.

In the summer we have a window Air Conditioning unit on the main floor and we've added circulating fans in each of the bedrooms. And we recently completed a refresh of the house: new paint in each room, new light fixtures throughout and a kitchen refresh as well as an extended driveway/pad area and upgraded walkway/decking in the front of the house.

Well-behaved dogs are welcome with a $125 pet fee, per visit.













Property manager

Patty Brown and Lane Cooper

Languages

English, Finnish, Spanish, Swedish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Computer station
  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: $125 pet fee per visit

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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

Newly Renovated 2 mi From Wisp/lake hot Tub Wood Burning Stove..
2 mi From Skiing/lake Access hot Tub Wood Burning Stove luv Dogs

About the neighborhood

McHenry

Located in McHenry, this vacation home is in the mountains. While the natural beauty of Deep Creek Lake and Deep Creek Lake State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Wisp Resort. Funland and Hovatter's Wildlife Zoo are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Wisp Resort - 8 min walk
  • Deep Creek Lake - 7 min drive
  • Lodestone Golf Club - 9 min drive
  • Adventure Sports Center International - 10 min drive
  • Deep Creek Lake State Park - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Morgantown, WV (MGW-Morgantown Municipal) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • Arrowhead Market - 12 min drive
  • UNO Pizzeria & Grill - 12 min drive
  • Moonshadow - 6 min drive
  • Brenda's Pizzeria - 10 min drive
  • Lakeside Creamery - 11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 2 mi from WISP & lake, outdoor hot tub, wood burning stove, luv DOGS! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at 2 mi from WISP & lake, outdoor hot tub, wood burning stove, luv DOGS!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2 mi from WISP & lake, outdoor hot tub, wood burning stove, luv DOGS!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 2 mi from WISP & lake, outdoor hot tub, wood burning stove, luv DOGS! located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Wisp Resort and within 3 mi (5 km) of Adventure Sports Center International and Funland. Deep Creek Lake and Youghiogheny River are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 137 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 137 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 137 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 137 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 137 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Juan Carlos P.

Liked: Cleanliness
NIce place
We really linke the cabin. Very confortable and very well equipped. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily C.

Liked: Cleanliness
New Years Getaway
We had a great time at this perfect cabin! Good number of bedrooms and space to hang out. Hot tub was great to relax in after a day at Wisp! Very close to everything Deep Creek has to offer. The snow was definitely a bonus and made this property even more beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful repeat visit
This was our second time staying here and loved it yet again! Highly recommend for couples and smaller groups :-)
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim F.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a cozy cabin
We rented this cabin to stay with family to get one last dose of summer before we got back into the swing of the school year. This cabin fit us perfectly and had adequate room to spread out. It was clean and quiet, and had everything we needed. It sits a short drive from all the fun DCL has to offer, either at Wisp or on the lake. We would definitely recommend this property if you’re looking for a place to stay in this area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Erika L.

Great house
House was overall perfect for my family of 10. We enjoyed the deck space and the hot tub. Only complaint was the amount of dead bugs and massive flies in the basement. The house was clean but could use a deep clean to get rid of dead bugs in light fixtures. Basement window was broken which allowed massive flies into the down stairs rooms. However overall we had a great stay and enjoyed the house immensely.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Dan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Deep Creek House
We enjoyed!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark I.

Liked: Cleanliness
House Was Great!
House was great! The communication with the property owners was awesome. They answered all of our questions promptly. We really enjoyed our weekend stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victoria K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family relaxing
The place was very comfortable, clean, and exactly as described.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house in a great location
Our stay was exactly what we hoped for. It is a nice little house away from the busy areas of Deep Creek.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard L., Portage PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend stay
Property was clean, quiet, and all around a great place. A great place for a weekend stay with lot to do nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023