Gaithersburg, MD (GAI-Montgomery County Airpark) - 35 min drive
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A - 13 min drive
McDonald's - 5 min drive
New York J & P Pizza - 11 min drive
McDonald's - 13 min drive
Starbucks - 5 min drive
About this property
Great Family Retreat at Private Farmhouse
Family-friendly farm stay in a rural location
You can look forward to golfing on site, a firepit, and a garden at Great Family Retreat at Private Farmhouse . Free in-room WiFi and a playground are available to all guests.
Other perks at this farm stay include:
Books, table tennis, and snow sports gear
Games, a foosball table, and a porch
Outdoor furniture, smoke-free premises, and a video library
Room features
All guestrooms at Great Family Retreat at Private Farmhouse include thoughtful touches such as fireplaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and printers.
Other amenities include:
Highchairs, children's dinnerware, and children's books
3 bathrooms with bathtubs and showers
Smart TVs with cable channels and DVD players
Porches or lanais, outdoor lighting, and kitchens
Property manager
Jeff Aronson/Owner
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: internet access
Things to do
Billiards/pool table
Foosball table
Golfing
Playground
Table tennis
Guest services
Snow sports gear
Outdoors
BBQ grill(s)
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
More
Books
Games
Smoke-free property
Video library
Note from host: NO SMOKING around house or buildings
Room amenities
Bedroom
Air conditioning
Bed sheets
Heating
Sofa bed
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels
Entertainment
Cable channels
DVD player
Smart TV
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Dining table
Dishwasher
Ice maker
Kitchen
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Outdoor space
Balcony
More
Desk
Desk chair
Dryer
Fireplace
Iron/ironing board
Printer
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30
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
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pets are allowed with approval /additional deposit
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Horses, Goats, Cats, Fishing, Adventure.
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
Note from host: with special permission only
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
We should mention
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
Great Family Retreat Private Farmhouse Ijamsville
Great Family Retreat Private
Great Family Retreat at Private Farmhouse Ijamsville
Great Family Retreat at Private Farmhouse Agritourism property
Frequently asked questions
Is Great Family Retreat at Private Farmhouse pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.
What time is check-in at Great Family Retreat at Private Farmhouse ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Great Family Retreat at Private Farmhouse ?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Great Family Retreat at Private Farmhouse located?
This family-friendly Urbana farm stay is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Urban Green Bark Park and Whiskey Creek Golf Club. Buckeystown Community Park and P.B. Dye Golf Club are also within 6 mi (10 km).
Great Family Retreat at Private Farmhouse Reviews
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Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Ashley P.
29 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fun farm
We spent a thanksgiving at the farm and it was great. The animals are fun to feed and the house had plenty of space. The kitchen was well stocked as well.
Ashley P.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Annie G.
4 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
Perfect!! Thank you!
Annie G.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dan T.
1 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect seclusion for an intimate and relaxing setting
We rented the property with family to host an anniversary memorial for a departed loved one. It was the perfect setting for friends and family to share their stories and gather in remembrance.
Dan T.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Matt M.
20 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Relax
Great time 😊
Matt M.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joyce C.
7 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven on earth
What a wonderful slice of life on the farm which we all enjoyed! The animals are quiet at night but happy to say hello and/or be fed some apples during the day. It is perfect for 5-9 adults, 14 adults may be too many because there is only one bathroom on the 2nd floor (accessible thru one of the bedrooms. The sunrise and night sky were gorgeous from the upper patio. Your group will love life in this renovated 1700s farmhouse full of patios, porches, fireplaces and firepits!
Thank you.
Joyce C.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rakesh C., Arlington, VA
1 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful Farmhouse with lots of character
A very unique house which was great for a small group. Lots of farm animals around which added to the experience. If we ever need to rent a place again in or around Frederick, we'll definitely be looking at this house. Highly recommend.
Rakesh C.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen F.
27 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family reunion
Enough room for all. House was cool even in the heat wave
Kathleen F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Linn J.
23 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fun Farm Time
Our experience was wonderful. Our son got married and the location was perfect for us. The house is stunning, the land and farm animals were bonus. Jeff was a wonderful host. We spent most of our time on the back screen porch- it was so restful and peaceful. We will be back, when we don't have a wedding to attend to! My 14 year old daughter was off of her phone and out with the animals the entire time! Thank you, Jeff!
Linn J.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
john D., Ormond Beach. USA
21 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family reunion
We had over 10 adults stay in this great house for the weekend. The place was very nice and also nice interesting.
The owner was very accommodating and easy to work
john D.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Eileen M.
5 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Private Farmhouse
We had a family reunion/ thanksgiving/ and celebration of a 90 th birthday at the farm. We loved the property. It was very kid friendly we had toddlers ages 2-4 that especially loved helping feed the goats and hanging out in the playroom. For the adults we enjoyed the calm laid back atmosphere. We would definitely book again
Eileen M.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tom S.
19 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
A magical place
Fantastic location -- nothing soothes the soul like waking up every morning and feeding goats and horses, or petting Precious the Cat. If you're looking to spend a weekend in Frederick with friends, this is the place to be.
Tom S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen C.
16 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Fun Times on the Farm
We had a most fantastic weekend on the farm! The house was spacious with modern amenities while maintaining the charm of its 200 year old origins. The weather didn’t fully cooperate, but the large covered porch was the perfect spot for our family to sit and watch the rain while the kiddos enjoyed the tic tac toe and jenga blocks. The location is perfectly situated within minutes of the city of Frederick and just a short drive from various wineries and breweries. We all enjoyed the farm itself…the goats provided lots of entertainment, the fields and barns gave the kids lots of space to roam, and everyone was excited to snag at least one fish from the ponds. The host was responsive, provided suggestions, and maintained communication throughout the weekend to ensure our happiness. We all agreed that this was one of the very best experiences that we’ve had! Many thanks to Jeff for making his home available!
Kathleen C.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Shannon W.
27 December 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful farmhouse!
We stayed with family for Christmas. The farmhouse was very charming and well appointed. The farm is full of horses and goats that are so fun to be around. We will definitely be back soon!
Shannon W.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tracy S.
23 November 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Another great stay
Our family visited the farm for a second time and had a wonderful time and were very comfortable. Thanks Jeff!
Tracy S.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jim K.
20 November 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
The Farm
Very well maintained historic farm between Frederick and Washington/Baltimore. It was perfect for our group of eight
Jim K.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tara E.
6 November 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
BIG part of the Best Day Ever!
Our experience at the farm was beyond fantastic. The owners and property managers are wonderful and extremely considerate. We felt very welcomed to a stay at what felt like a family home, not a rental. The property is beautiful and the house is very large, but feels extremely cozy. We had lots of space and comfort with 10 adults and 4 children. The beds were comfortable and each room is unique, which definitely added to the stay. My family just absolutely loved the house, and kept repeating it, like every future large family gathering should take place there. We took advantage of the fire pit and the grounds. The kids really enjoyed running around and feeding the goats and petting the friendly farm cat. This was the second time that we have stayed at the farm. When I got engaged last year, I couldn't picture my wedding weekend without a stay there. This second experience was as wonderful as the first. Out of town family gathered together along with the bridal party, such a lovely place truly added to our beautiful weekend. We were able to take some pictures there between the ceremony and reception on the gorgeous grounds and the pictures are stunning. This is such a magical place run by kind people. We will definitely be staying again. Thank you for sharing the farm with us, it was a big part of the best weekend of my life. ❤️💍🎃
Tara E.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
angela t.
17 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great family setting
We were here for a wedding. We only live 30 minutes away but we wanted to be close to the venue and have the whole family in a place where we could hang out instead of driving home or staying in hotel rooms. Everyone had a blast! Peaceful, plenty to do and 5 minutes from Glen Ellen Farms, where the wedding was..
Our 4 boys, ages 20 to 25, one fiancé and 3 dogs stayed with us. My mom and my brother and his wife stopped in to visit and stayed for the day because it was just such a beautiful and relaxing place. Our two friends, who were in town from Pittsburgh for the wedding, came over and said the place felt like home.
Highly recommend!
angela t.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Cheryl G., Ijamsville, USA
13 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and spacious
The Farm is a great place to gather and relax. Enjoyed the fields of Farm animals and wild life. The house itself was clean and had all the amenities needed. Easy check in and out- great owner to work with.
Cheryl G.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Rhonda B.
1 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
We didn't want to leave!
Beautiful farmhouse with so much character and nature right at your doorstep!
Rhonda B.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Philip M.
25 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Family weekend
Relaxing
Philip M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
ashley S.
14 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property
We stayed here with a few families for a soccer tournament. It was the perfect location for us! The kids had an absolute blast being able to be outside all around the property. Jeff was very easy to communicate with and very thorough with his instructions! Would highly recommend this property
ashley S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Matthew R.
13 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Family get together on the farm
We had a fantastic family get together at the farmhouse. There were 13 of us ranging in age from 13 to 83, and we all had a great time. The teenagers loved sleeping in the loft together, and there were plenty of rooms and beds for adults. There were so many indoor and outdoor places to hang out but we mostly relaxed on the fabulous screened porch. We enjoyed seeing the animals, hanging around a fire in the fire pit, and cooking in the big kitchen. The house is serene, comfortable and had everything we needed for a great weekend. We hope to go again!
Matthew R.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Daniel C.
8 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing, transporting, wonderful trip
The property is incredibly scenic and was just what the family needed to unplug and relax. My father, typically a very go-get-‘em busy man that never chills actually got some much needed sleep because the environment was so calming and pleasant. It’s close enough to convenient spots, restaurants, grocery, etc, that the whole party was at ease. Highly recommend.
Daniel C.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Rob S.
22 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great farm house experience….
We really enjoyed our stay at this amazing farm house. The property is beautiful and very relaxing. It was fun watching the goats, horses, geese and fishing in the pond. The owner was very responsive and provided all details about the house, property and animals. This a great spot for groups and I hope to come back soon with the kids.
Rob S.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kathryn B., Washington DC
24 February 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Family Gathering
The farm was a perfect getaway for the holiday weekend. The goats, barn cats, horses, and geese provided a lots of enthusiasm with our grandsons who loved feeding them (the goats) and trying to find them (the barn cats). There was lots of exploring the property and observing nature. The house has everything you need, a well stocked kitchen, a large gathering room with comfortable furniture and a fire stove, play rooms in the attic with tons of toys and books, and comfortable beds and big bedrooms. The other two rooms on the first floor had a table for puzzles or for dining and a large office space with wonderful windows and a french door to a patio. (You have to be flexible with the bathrooms because the upstairs bath is in one of the bedrooms and the other full bath is downstairs off the kitchen.) All in all a property that has something for everyone!!