Location: Antietam, Maryland, USA (Ten Minutes From Antietam) View Map
Accommodations: Log House/Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath (Sleeps 4)
Joe and his father custom built this log house on the original spring house foundation from the early 1800's. The house is in the foot hills of the Maryland Mountains near world class golf resorts, ski resorts, shopping, antiquing, fantastic hiking, and some of the nation’s most important historic battlefields. The cabin is all wood inside and out. It has a large stone fireplace, perfect for a romantic atmosphere on chilly nights, as well as a classic woodstove which can be used for cooking and baking in addition to heating the cabin. The bedrooms are actually open lofts with a catwalk connecting them to a central landing. The upstairs is open to the downstairs and leaves the cabin with a large spacious feeling. The beds are built in and each loft has a small seating area and a private balcony. There’s a large deck off the back, overlooking the huge fenced yard and the neighboring horse fields. The yard, complete with a custom dog house and play house, is perfect for children and pets. The back deck in the mornings can’t be beat for sipping coffee and watching the horses as the dew burns off the fields. In the evening, the hot tub, with a view of the mountain skyline off the main house deck, is the perfect place to soak off the fatigue from the day’s explorations. (The main house will also be for rent once some renovations are completed. It will sleep 8. It could be available now (sleeping 4) upon request.)
Not only is this the perfect house for a private romantic retreat, it is the perfect launching pad for a small family or group of friends to tour the nearby battlefields, to go for hikes along the AT or through the numerous state and federal parks in the area, or to enjoy some world class golf. The cabin is very near historic battlefields such as Antietam, Monocacy, Gettysburg, and Harpers Ferry. Also nearby are gorgeous historic towns such as Boonsboro, Middletown, and Thurmont, and even downtown Frederick. Hiking trails as well as state and federal parks are everywhere. Greenbriar State Park is great for swimming in the lake and picnics with the family. Gambrill State Park, at five minutes away, can’t be beat for walking the dog with great vistas of the valley. There are at least five blazed trails of varying difficulty and length. If you like to ski, you’ll find Whitetail, Liberty, and Round Top within thirty minutes drive! For golf it will be tough to choose between Beaver Creek, Musket Ridge, or Maryland National. There are great spas in nearby Middletown or Boonsboro and you can’t beat the shopping at the Hagerstown Prime Outlets, about 15 minutes away.
Come enjoy our cabin and find out all the amazing things this region has to offer. We're happy to provide tips, suggestions, and directions. We can’t wait to have you stay! Kate & Joe.
PS Email us for a link to more pictures. We have lots to show you.
(Large Main house sleeping 8, same property, available soon)
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer: There's a Washer and Dryer in the main house that we can make available if we're there, upon request. There is NOT one in the cabin.
- Dryer: See washer comment.
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Wood Fireplace: There's a HUGE stone fireplace and chimney, the centerpiece of the loghouse.
- Wood Stove: The wood stove is a real stove with cook top and oven. Perfect for authentic flapjacks!
- Beds
- Double Bed (2) : The beds are custom built into the lofts. There are two, approximately double/queen sized.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: Direct TV
- VCR
- Video Library: There are hundreds of Video tapes, including an extensive collection of Disney movies for kids
- CD Player
- Music Library: There's XM Radio on direct TV
- Shared Hot Tub: The hot tub is on the lower deck of the Main House and is available to both properties.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio: The back deck has a nice glass table with seating for four, and the grill.
- Balcony: There are balconies off the front and back on the second floor.
- View/Location
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details: There's a beautiful creek running through the property, as well as a small pond. Deer frequently graze in the woods around the stream.
- Mountain View: South Mountain and others are clearly visible from the property and provide an excellent vista from the decks and hot tub!
- Other Amenities
- *BOOK* library. We've placed lots of good books and paperbacks in the cabin for chilling on the back deck and enjoying the peace and quiet. If you don't finish it, take it with you. If you finish one you've been enjoying (or have extras to clear out!) leave them for the next guest!
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: There's a LARGE fenced yard and a spring providing fresh drinking water at all times. There's also a big custom built dog house and play room for kids.
- Kid Friendly: There's a playhouse in the yard and with all the fencing and decks, children can play without getting near the stream or street. It's very safe.
- Smoking Not Allowed: Smoking outside and on the decks is fine. :)
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Rock Climbing
- Spelunking
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Civil war battlefields: Antietam, Monocacy, Harpers Ferry, and Gettysburg are all very close.*** Golf: BeaverCreek, Musket Ridge, Maryland National, and Black Rock are nearby. ***Shopping: Hagerstown Prime Outlets, Historic Frederick and local towns for adorable boutiques and extensive antiques. ***For Hiking, fishing, hunting, and swimming: The Appalachian Trail as well as state and local parks are EVERYWHERE! Charlestown Races and Slots are 30 minutes away and Crystal Grottos Caverns are five minutes from the Cabin.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Rates: $125/night .. $750/week
Pet Fees ($25/pet) and Cleaning Fees ($75/visit) may apply
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Serene Log House Nestled Amongst Md & Pa Historic Battlefields
Year Purchased: 2005
Why the Owner Chose Antietam
Joe and his father custom built this log cabin on the original spring house foundation of our historic farm. The spring is still running through the foundation and even helps to keep the house cool in the summer. The log house and our main house are located on 3.5 acres at the foot of South Mountain and surrounded by horse country, federal and state parks and historic battlefields. There’s even a creek running through the property with a bridge across to the original outhouse! We love being here and can’t wait to share it so you can all see what the mountains of Maryland have to offer.
The Unique Benefits at this Log House/Cabin
The property is so peaceful and serene it is the perfect spot for a relaxing weekend or home base for exploring everything from the Appalachian Trail to Antietam Battlefield. The back deck in the mornings can’t be beat for sipping coffee and watching the horses as the dew burns off the fields and in the evening the hot tub is the perfect place to soak off the fatigue from the day’s explorations. There’s a giant stone fireplace and a traditional wood stove for heat and atmosphere on chilly nights. The cabin is very near historic battlefields such as Antietam, Monocacy, Gettysburg, and Harpers Ferry. Also nearby are gorgeous historic towns such as Boonsboro, Middletown, and Thurmont, and even downtown Frederick. Hiking trails, state and federal parks are everywhere. Gambril State Park, at five minutes away, can’t be beat for walking the dog with great vistas of the valley. There are at least five blazed trails of varying difficulty and length. If you like to ski, you’ll find Whitetail, Liberty, and Round Top within thirty minutes drive!
Owner's Map of Antietam
Joe and I split our time between Middletown and Annapolis Maryland. It is hard to say which we prefer as they both have so much to offer! Joe is a state legislator so we spend the winters in 'Naptown' as we call it, but we come back to Middletown every chance we get. The house and log cabin in Middletown are nestled at the foot of South Mountain and surrounded by horse pastures and hiking trails. We spend all our time outdoors, on the trails when we are here. If you love being outside, enjoy visiting historic battlefields, like hiking and exploring or just going for a walk with your dogs, this is the place for you.
Property Photos
- Front Entrance of private and secluded log house - Antietam, Maryland Vacation Log House with a Private Hot Tub
- The perfect breakfast nook, note the classic wood stove in the corner - Antietam, Maryland Vacation Log House with a Private Hot Tub
- The kitchen has a small stove and oven hidden away and is fully stocked - Antietam, Maryland Vacation Log House with a Private Hot Tub
- There's comfortable seating in the charming sitting room
- the large stone fireplace can't be beat. (There's Satellite TV with VCR/DVD)
- Two loft bedrooms are open to the space below and connected by catwalk
- there's a bubbling creek running through the property
- The property is fenced with a custom dog house and play house next to a lilac
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