Mountain Chalet-Hot Tub,Wood Burning Stove,Pets Welcome, Close to Wisp
- Minimum stay:2 nights
- Internet:No
- Pets allowed:Yes
- Wheel chair accessible:No
Relax, recover and unwind at Writers' Refuge, a beautiful secluded 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, Deep Creek Lake has something for the whole family to enjoy.
This beautiful three-story chalet has 4 bedrooms (2 with queen beds, 1 with full bed and 1 with 2 twins and a trundle), 2 baths and 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. 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!
Property Type
- Chalet
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Meals
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Suitability
- Non Smoking Only
- Children Welcome
- Pets Considered
Bedrooms
- 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10, Beds for 8-10
- Bedroom 1
- Bedroom 2
- Bedroom 3
- Bedroom 4
- Other (See Description)
- Queen size Beds (2), Double Beds (1), Twin or Single Beds (4)
Bathrooms
- 2.0 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1
- Bathroom 2
Kitchen & Dining
- Child's Highchair
- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Microwave
- Coffee Maker
- Toaster
- Kitchen
- Pantry Items
- Dishes & Utensils
- Cooking Utensils
Amenities
- Babysitter
- Living Room seats 0
- Wood Stove
- Washing Machine
- Clothes Dryer
Entertainment
- Stereo
- CD Player
- DVD Player
- Books
- Video Library
Pool & Spa
- Hot Tub
Outdoor Features
- Outdoor Grill
- Deck / Patio
Theme
- Romantic
- Family
- Away From It All
- Budget
- Sports & Activities
- Adventure
Location & View
- Mountain View
Activities
- Churches
- Fly Fishing
- Freshwater Fishing
- Golf
- Hiking
- Hunting
- Ice Skating
- Jet Skiing
- Mountain Biking
- Mountain Climbing
- Mountaineering
- Fishing
- Pier Fishing
- Roller Blading
- Sailing
- Skiing
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Water Skiing
- Water Tubing
- Whitewater Rafting
- Wind-Surfing
- Snowboarding
- Rafting
- Snowmobiling
- Cycling
- Cross Country Skiing
- Cinemas
- Marina
- Recreation Center
- Restaurants
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Wildlife Viewing
- Miniature Golf
- Shopping
- Boating
- Antiquing
- Kayaking
- Bird Watching
- Scenic Drives
- Sledding
- Walking
- ATM/Bank
- Fitness Center
- Groceries
- Hospital
- Laundromat
- Massage Therapist
- Medical Services
- Horseback Riding
- Rock Climbing
Reviews
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Perfect for family trip!
Perfect for family trip!
- Guest V.
- Date of stay 12/23/12
- Review Submitted 01/10/13
This chalet was perfect for our family's holiday trip. With bedrooms distributed among three floors there was privacy and plenty of space, but the cabin also felt cozy and intimate. The kitchen was well equipped for all of our elaborate holiday cooking. We loved the wood burning stove and hot tub. It was just a few minutes drive to the slopes so it was very convenient. There was heavy snow during our trip so we were happy to be close by. Lane was very helpful and friendly and was flexible when we needed to stay an extra night at the last minute (because of the snow). We had children with us, and the layout of the cabin was great because we were able to put the children on the lower floor where the twin beds and dvd player are. There was also a master bedroom on the main floor which is great for someone who can't walk up too many stairs. We will be back!Recommended for: Age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
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Cozy, Comfortable, Clean and Charming!
Cozy, Comfortable, Clean and Charming!
- Guest bbach
- Date of stay 02/17/12
- Review Submitted 09/20/12
The Writers' Refuge really is a refuge. I've stayed there several times and have never been let down. The chalet is clean with all the comforts of home. It is well-stocked and situated on a beautiful wooded lot that feels like you are miles from anywhere but you are actually just minutes from all the fun Wisp and Deep Creek Lake have to offer. I plan on many more visits to Writers' Refuge!Recommended for: Age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
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Super Relaxing!
Super Relaxing!
- Guest DCTraveler
- Date of stay 08/17/12
- Review Submitted 08/21/12
We spent a very relaxing late-summer weekend stay at Writer's Refuge. My wife and I had a perfect Saturday evening in the hot tub just out the back door, enjoying a glass of wine as we listened to the crickets chirp. During the day, we were about a 4-5 minute drive from our daytime activities at the Activities Center at Wisp (we drove the ATVs!), and on Sunday we drove about 10 minutes to a great 3-mile hike along the river at the waterfall. The size of the cabin was perfect for us, it was clean and comfortable, and there was a deck out back for us to enjoy our first-night dinner. It was a great summer stay, I'm sure we'll check it out for a return trip during the winter for skiing (there was a nice wood-burning stove on the lower level).Recommended for: Age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
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Rates
| Dates | Nightly | Wknd Night | Weekend | Weekly | Monthly * | Event |
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| Base Rate 2 night min stay |
$250 | |||||
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Discounts: 3 nights or more $200 nightly, 5 nights or more $150 nightly |
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Additional Fees and Taxes:
$49 VRBO Property Insurance in Lieu of Deposit Requirement
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Owner info
Year Purchased: 1999
About the owner: We are a family of writers and communicators based in Washington DC. Mom and Dad have been journalists since the late eighties...and there is a good chance that our son will follow in the family business. Writing is what we love to do. But it is also a deadline-intensive line of business. So every chance we get, we head for Deep Creek Lake and Writers' Refuge.
Why the Owner Chose McHenry:
It is a chalet-style house and we fell in love with it the minute we drove up the drive way. It was off the beaten path while still being convenient to all the best the area has to offer. You are five minutes away form the the lake and the slopes. Or you can just curl up with a book in bed...or on the deck...and get lost in the rustic surroundings.
The Unique Benefits at this Chalet:
The chalet is completely surrounded by the woods...away from all distractions. The views are gorgeous...especially at night...especially from the hot tub when you lean your head back on a starry night.
Contact us
- Primary: +1 415 646 6592
Links to more information:
- CLICK HERE - Writers' Refuge Web Site
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