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

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

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
McHenry, MD
  • Wisp Resort
    8 min walk
  • Funland
    6 min drive
  • Adventure Sports Center International
    10 min drive
  • Oakland, MD (ODM-Garrett County)
    12 min drive

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About the neighborhood

McHenry

When you stay at this vacation home in McHenry, you'll be in the mountains, a 2-minute drive from Wisp Resort and 7 minutes from Deep Creek Lake. .This vacation home is 8.8 mi (14.2 km) from Deep Creek Lake State Park and 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Funland.
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What's nearby

  • Wisp Resort - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Deep Creek Lake - 7 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Lodestone Golf Club - 9 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Deep Creek Lake State Park - 17 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • Swallow Falls State Park - 29 min drive - 12.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Arrowhead Market - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪UNO Pizzeria & Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Trader's Coffee House - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Little Sandy's - ‬16 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.













Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a spa tub or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this vacation home include complimentary wireless internet access and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

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
  • 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
  • Birdwatching 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

  • Garden

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

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2 mi From Skiing/lake Access hot Tub Wood Burning Stove luv Dogs

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Larry B.

Great weekend
We planned a big gathering to attend the PSU-WVU football game. This place worked out very well. I was joined by my wife, son, parents, sister & her hubby and my best friend & his son. We had a great weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain & Deep Creek Lake Escape
Long weekend stay to enjoy mountains and lake activities. Beautiful rustic mountain home with plenty of space and privacy. Patty made trip and check-in process very easy. She provided great tips for activities nearby as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Writers' Refuge
We had a very enjoyable stay. The house is in a great location; very close to everything you could wish to visit in the area. Road traffic noise was very slight and not at all disturbing. The place exudes charm with its' shabby chic decor and beautiful exposed beam ceilings. The kitchen is exceptional with all you need to create full course meals. My son was making a spaghetti dinner one day and had to exclaim when he even found a garlic press! The drive in takes a little getting used to. It is a mountainous area, after all, and the entry is a little steep. You get used to it quickly, though, and there is generous parking for three vehicles. When my daughter and I first arrived, it was close to dusk, and we did see a bear trying to break into the trash bins. I recommend disposing of the trash mid-day! There are a few minor items that could be addressed related to limited mobility on my part. These mainly concern the entrance, the bathtub and the hot tub. Overall, a wonderful experience and I highly recommend this lovely get-a-way!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Deep Creek Lake Area Getaway
The house was lovely, quiet and secluded, but conveniently near to many wonderful hiking trails, the Deep Creek Lake park with beach and swimming, and, of course, mini golf and the best pizza in western Maryland! We greatly enjoyed the hot tub, as well as the cozy downstairs den for watching movies. The house was large enough so that we could stay out of each others' way when needed! A happy spot!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cierra H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bachelorette Party
Spent the weekend with my 5 bridesmaids, mom, and future mother in law, loved the hot tub! Ate at the Green Turtle, got donuts at Dazed and Confused and coffee at Canoe on the Run, took a trip to view the waterfalls, and enjoyed the scenery and privacy!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome wooded hideaway
The cabin was very clean and well equiped with everything we needed to enjoy a long weekend with the family. Wr did have a shortage in paper towels but, Patty came to the rescue and Zelled us money to buy what we needed to make it right. Really enjoyed the hot tub and the deck to relax and just enjoy our time together.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Megan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Place
Wonderful location secluded on the trees. Multiple beds to accommodate guests. The communication was the best we’ve experienced, and it had all of the necessary amenities which we appreciated immensely. And the porch was beautiful! Thank you, Patty and Lane, for an amazing weekend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elsie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Memorial Day Stay
I was very pleased with the lodging of how it was fully equipped with all of our need’s getting ready to get going thank you for your hospitality and late check out thank you again look you up next time
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe B., Annapolis, MD

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place!
Location, location, location! This unit has not only location, but also great communication at a very reasonable price. We were thankful to stay here for the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home!
Was a great experience and the host was fantastic. The downside was the hot tub did not work all weekend (which the host refunded a night due to) and the lights in the house had dead bugs inside the glass casing around the light. Overall 4/5 stay and would recommend (especially since these issues are easy to fix)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Austin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good vacation
It was easy to check in and checkout. No problems and the place was clean. Thanks for the good experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Suzette G.

Cute house very close to Wisp Resort
We really enjoyed our stay at this property. The owners of the property were great and allowed us to check in early. Plus there was a bottle of wine and box of cookies when we arrived. It was very welcoming. It was also very close to Wisp which was super convenient. The house itself needs a little updating and minor repairs and it wasn't super clean...potato chips under ottoman in basement. Other then that we had a great weekend and thought it was a cute house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Dominic C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot in nature close to Wisp
Good location and very nice woodsy cabin like home. Lots of space. Well maintained inside.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter Escape
Wonderful location and beautifully decorated. Family was a big fan of the hot tub and proximity to Wisp!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Property, Wonderful Owner
Just finished up our NYE trip to Deep Creek—4 adults & 6 kids. The location & proximity to Wisp & Skiing was just great for us. Patty’s communication was probably the best I’ve ever experienced on VRBO, I’m not even kidding. She was super quick and thorough with her messaging, and her place is just a hidden gem!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022