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Homey getaway among the trees with bar, foosball table, hot tub, deck & firepit

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Exterior
Fitness facility
Game room
Pool
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8156 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Gym
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Homey getaway among the trees with bar, foosball table, hot tub, deck & firepit

Life's A Bear

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Experience your next vacation in western Maryland at this family-friendly home in the woods complete with a furnished deck, a private outdoor hot tub, a wet bar, and a foosball table. Enjoy a CARC Membership with access to a pool, hot tubs, and gym area.

Located near the northern tip of Deep Creek Lake in the quaint community of McHenry, this two-story home is perfect for those looking to spend their days out on the nearby lake indulging in a number of watersports or just casting a line for bass, trout, perch, or pike. The Wisp Resort, just a little over a mile from this home, offers a wide variety of year-round activities including skiing, snowboarding, and tubing in winter, and climbing, biking, golfing, and even gem mining during the warmer months.

Guests of this rental will enjoy the quaint cabin feel. The lovely backyard is perfect for lawn games. The well-appointed deck with ski slope views includes a gas grill for summer cookouts and a private outdoor hot tub. Cook s'mores around the firepit. There's free WiFi, multiple flat-screen TVs, and a foosball table for nights of entertainment inside. Set the mood during the cooler months with the fireplace.

Get away from it all with the family or a group of friends at this charming and very affordable home.

THINGS TO KNOW
There is a 13 night limit on reservations per local regulations. Reservations over 13 nights are prohibited and cannot be honored.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Maryland

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Private hot tub
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Foosball table
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Gas grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near coin laundry

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Phone
  • Wet bar

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Golf nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1680 sq ft (156 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 and a first aid kit
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

10529

About the neighborhood

Map
McHenry, MD

What's nearby

  • Deep Creek Lake - 7 min walk
  • Funland - 13 min walk
  • Wisp Resort - 2 min drive
  • Lodestone Golf Club - 8 min drive
  • Deep Creek Lake State Park - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Morgantown, WV (MGW-Morgantown Municipal) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Arrowhead Market - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪UNO Pizzeria & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Trader's Coffee House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Little Sandy's - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Homey getaway among the trees with bar, foosball table, hot tub, deck & firepit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Homey getaway among the trees with bar, foosball table, hot tub, deck & firepit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Homey getaway among the trees with bar, foosball table, hot tub, deck & firepit?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Homey getaway among the trees with bar, foosball table, hot tub, deck & firepit located?

Situated in McHenry, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Funland, Deep Creek Lake, and Wisp Resort. Garrett County Dog Park is 1.8 mi (3 km) away.

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Homey getaway among the trees with bar, foosball table, hot tub, deck & firepit Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 67 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property is so cozy and welcoming. It has tons of space and plenty of room for everyone to hang out. The hot tub is so relaxing and you can see Wisp across the street. We enjoyed playing games and the extensive library that the house has. It’s close to everything which is also great. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

Great rental
Hot tub, fire pit, games for kids, close to everything!

10/10 Excellent

margaret B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun couple of days
Location location location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
quirky fun
Great place great location I would highly it to anyone
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
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8/10 Good

Chase M.

Good location, room for improvement
Convenient location, clean house, private location. Though, something is going on with the water. The water pressure on the showers “pulsed” from high to low pressure consistently. The hallway shower water was also very high in metal. Could smell/taste it
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James R.

Just Right
The property was exactly what we were looking for. Plenty of room to spread out, fire place, board games, hot tub. Was very private in the woods however was literally a minute from the shops and lifts.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Conference
I was attending a conference at Wisp and there were no rooms left, so Zi booked this. Unfortunately, I hardly dpeng sny time at the house, but would love to come back sometime and enjoy it
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Katie Y.

Clean, but outdated and run down
Quiet and clean, but the beds, carpet and sofas need to be replaced. Kitchen is well equipped but the sink faucet sprays everywhere. Would not recommend this home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
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2/10 Terrible

Katie Y.

Quiet but outdated
Quiet home, but very outdated. Furnishings are uncomfortable and beds are way too old, as well as their bedding. Screens are broken in the front door and no central a/c.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Not happy
Place was not clean Lite bulbs burnt out Used the stove and it stunk the whole house up Hot tub was green and parts were floating in the water
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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6/10 Okay

Mary Ellen P.

Our girls weekend
There are lots of games and books to read

10/10 Excellent

Alexander E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

David O.

Away from water
House is in a secluded location with no view of the water, but it is near a lot of things.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

T P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cabin
The cabin was clean and there was room to spread out. We felt like we were away from town while still being near by. We plan to book there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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4/10 Poor

Caren J.

Thanksgiving
The space and hot tub.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vicki B., Vienna, VA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little house, good location
House was so clean. I agree with the other reviews it needs some updating. No much silverware but we made it work. Beds were comfy and if there could be a bathroom upstairs it would be over the top great!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Quaint and Cozy
We are a family of 4 with two kids under 3. We stayed for an extended weekend and this was a perfect place for us. The layout is very open, everything was very clean, and exactly as described. In addition, the power went out briefly and Vacasa was extremely responsive in addressing the outage even though it was an issue in the area and not specific to the property. We would definitely stay again during future trips to the area.
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8/10 Good

Bill M.

Nice place to stay
House very well equipped. Bed is comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Timothy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Family white water rafting
Property was super clean and larger than photos depict. Plenty of space for two families or families with kids. Furniture was like new No Central air was only drawback
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

susan b.

Home Away From Home
Perfect vacation spot. Minutes from the lake, shopping and activities
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10/10 Excellent

Sherry B.

Loved our stay
So much space, had everything we needed. Could use a new hot tub- jets worked on and off - will definitely be back
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

David W.

Great Location
This home is close to everything right off Garrett Highway, but feels secluded and hidden away in the beautiful woods. Quiet and relaxing. Impeccably clean and comfortable!

10/10 Excellent

Blake S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice
Good place
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
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8/10 Good

Sam T.

Always a good home for Deep Creek
I've stayed at Life's A Bear several times over the last 13 years and it has always been a good home to rent. The house is dated, but it's solid and the location is great. The hot tub (same hot tub for 13 years now) and rear deck could use some updating (some boards are very weak), but again the house is solid and the location is great.

2/10 Terrible

john j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
HOUSE SUCKS
House sucks and Vacasa is a horrible company to deal with
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021