A-1 Amenities, Art-Filled Home, Peaceful Garden Oasis, Grill, OSP, Summer 2026

Historic Artsy Home • Private Garden on quiet south side • 5 minute Walk to Carroll Creek & center of Downtown Frederick. Spend your weekends and vacations in this art filled, fun space. Enjoy the many Festivals Frederick hosts on Carroll Creek, and downtown. For mid to long term stay discounts see my other listing for this property: https://www.vrbo.com/5206424

This 1910 renovated Mission-style shotgun home offers vintage character, comfort, and location—just 10 minutes to I-70/I-270, yet set on quiet S. Carroll Street, away from downtown traffic noise.

Walk to Carroll Creek, breweries, restaurants, arts venues, historic sites, and parks while enjoying peaceful nights and a private garden retreat with Off street parking for 1 and unmetered on street for more.

Location Highlights

1–2 blocks to Carroll Creek, breweries & dining

Across from Maryland School of the Deaf campus & Hessian Barracks

5–10 minute walk to downtown, Nymeo ball park, Mt. Olivet Historic Cemetery, City of Frederick Carroll Creek Linear Park, Baker Park & Fairgrounds

Home Features:

Approx. 1500 sq ft

Open-plan, eclectic interiors with curated art & furnishings

Fully equipped kitchen

Updated primary bath + first-floor powder room

Smart TVs, Roku, Xfinity, streaming services

Record player, vintage Jazz & rock LPs, CDs, games

Sleeping Details (IMPORTANT)

House sleeps 6 comfortably | up to 7 with limits ( 3 children)

2 enclosed queen bedrooms (2 persons each)

Open 2nd-floor sleeping area: Twin fold-out + privacy screen (1 person)

Living room: Queen pop-up sofa bed ( 2 persons)

Additional guests (up to 7 total): Double air mattress (floor) in east bedroom beside one of the queen beds, for 2 children

The platform considers any bed a “bedroom”; walls are not implied

Rate includes up to 4 guests
Additional guests: $45/adult/night (14+) Children over qty 2 if included in the 4 person maximum are $25 each.

For extended vacations exceeding 6 nights please text host with details, length of stay, number of people, cars, pets, etc. So she can make preparations if needed.

If you are not sure of the number of persons when you book, please book your best guess and we will adjust your reservation upon arrival. You will pay for the minimum nightly rate.

Outdoor Spaces

Private 1,000 sq ft organic garden. Side herb and flower beds for guest's enjoyment.

Private side porch for guests

Private Patio dining for 8 to 10

Weber charcoal grill

Private Chiminea & lounge seating
(Urban setting—seasonal insects expected) mosquito lights, etc provided.

Parking

1 driveway space per stay

Free, unlimited on-street parking immediately beside the home

EV charger available by request

Bikes available to borrow (use at own risk)

Safety & Suitability

Not ADA accessible

6 steps to entrance

Open staircase & knee wall upstairs, one handrail only. Open on other side.

Not suitable for toddlers, elderly guests with mobility issues, or special-needs guests

Children may play, roughhouse, outside only

Pets (Pre-Approval Required)

Small, well-mannered dogs only or a cat
No furniture, no pee pads, not left alone
Pet fee applies

House Rules & Security

No visitors or unregistered guests

IDs required for all guests within 48 hours of booking

Exterior security cameras & flood lighting

Basement studio & portions of garden are owner-only

No construction crews, labor crews or dirty work clothing

Mid-Term & Corporate Stays with pre-approval, please text host!

Individuals to share home or couples preferred, for up to 90 days. Small family considered for up to 29 nights.

Insurance & corporate rentals welcome

Weekend extensions: 3rd night discounted 15% (when available) if you want to stay Sunday and Monday too.

Book Your Weekend at Maryland Homeaway for these events!

Bring Family & Friends, small dog or 2, ok.

First Saturday-Every first Saturday of the month- May-August

Alive@Five every Thursday at 5PM on Carroll Creek, Live Bands,Beer,Wines, Foodtrucks
June 7-Artopia Downtown Frederick
June 7,8- Fresderick Festival of the Arts
June 14- Asia on the Creek
June 21-Spiritis of Maryland Festival-Visitation Hotel
June 27- Frederick Pride Parade
June 28-Frederick Pride Festival
July 12-National Clustered Spires High Wheel Race & Lawn Party
August 2- Indonesian Festival
August 9- Afroflavor Festival
August 23-Black Frederick Festival
August 24- Elks Parade


Ideal For

Guests who appreciate historic homes, art, gardens, walkability, and clear expectations.

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This Property Is Well-Suited For:

Guests who value location, walkability, and historic character

Couples, professionals, or families with older children

Small groups willing to share flexible sleeping spaces

Guests who respect occupancy limits and quiet hours

Mid-term, corporate, or insurance stays (with approval)

This Property Is Not Suitable For:

Parties, events, or unregistered visitors

Groups needing fully enclosed bedrooms for every guest

Toddlers or guests requiring mobility or balance assistance

Guests seeking ADA-compliant accommodations

Construction crews or work-related stays with dirty clothing

Travelers expecting hotel-style amenities or daily service

Pets that bark excessively, use pee pads, or cannot be supervised

Reservations that do not align with these guidelines may be declined or canceled.

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Dear Guest;

Thank you for your interest in our historic Frederick home. Before we finalize your reservation, please reply YES confirming that you have read and agree to the following:

You understand the sleeping layout, including that not all sleeping areas are fully enclosed rooms and that platforms define any bed as a “bedroom.”

Your group size matches the reservation, and you understand that no visitors or unregistered guests are allowed.

You have reviewed and agree to the House Rules and Good Fit / Not a Good Fit sections.

You acknowledge the home is not ADA accessible and is not suitable for toddlers or guests with mobility/balance issues.

You agree to provide government-issued photo ID for all occupants within 48 hours of booking.

You understand that quiet hours are 10:00 PM – 8:00 AM and that parties or gatherings are not permitted.

If bringing a pet (with approval), you agree to the pet rules as listed.

Please reply YES to confirm, or feel free to ask any questions before booking—we’re happy to help ensure this is the right fit for you.

Thank you,
Laurie