Name: Best Kept Secret | Bedrooms: 6 | Bathrooms: 4 | Sleeps: 16 | Access: lake Access | Pets Not Permitted | MUST BE 24+ YEARS TO RENT | Free WIFI Provided
The view is always dazzling, the fireplace warm, and all six bedrooms ready at Best Kept Secret!
DESCRIPTION: Tucked away in the mountains, Best Kept Secret is a hidden gem offering a breathtaking lake view and the perfect mix of beauty, serenity, and adventure. Unwind in the steaming outdoor hot tub, challenge friends to a game of billiards, or relax in the sun-filled great room with soaring floor-to-ceiling windows and plenty of seating for all. Just minutes from Wisp, it’s the ultimate retreat for skiing, snow tubing, golf, and more. As night falls, gather by the fire and watch the stars light up the sky. Stylish, comfortable, and brimming with charm, you'll be telling everyone about Best Kept Secret!
ACCESS DETAILS: Lake access can be found off the cul-de-sac at the end of Marsh Hill Road. Walk down the gravel road to the trailhead that will lead you down to the lake. No Dock Slip. Use caution on the stairs at the lake as they can be slippery when wet.
COMMUNITY/AREA DETAILS: Located in the Southridge Terrace Community at Deep Creek Lake.
LAYOUT DETAILS: Main Level: - Living Area - Dining Area - Kitchen - Full Bath: Shower/Tub - Bedroom: Queen Bed - Bedroom: Queen Bed
Upper Level: - Loft - Bedroom (Suite): Queen Bed, Attached Bath with Shower - Bedroom (Suite): King Bed, Balcony, Attached Bath with Shower
Lower Level: - Game Room/Den: Wet Bar - Laundry - Bedroom: King Bed - Full Bath: Shower/Tub - Bedroom: Duo Bunk Bed
DISCLAIMERS: 4WD/AWD or snow tires are always recommended for the area during the Winter months of November - March. For more house specific driveway information, please refer to your app/guest portal after booking.
AFTER BOOKING: An email will be sent to the address provided during check-out; please check for action items needed to secure your reservation. The subject of this email will start with "URGENT: Complete Your Booking For"... and may be in your Promotional/Marketing folders depending on your email provider and settings.
TOILETRIES & PAPER PRODUCTS: Bed linens and bath towels provided w/rental. No soaps, toiletries, paper products, trash bags, etc. will be provided with the exception of a welcome bag including a few starter items. Please pack accordingly.
NOTE: A copy of the contract holder's Photo ID, a signed contract, and a list of your full travel party (names/ages of all attending) will be required to complete your booking. If booking last minute, you may be required to stop by our main office to show your photo ID and the credit card used on the reservation. This policy is in place to help combat fraudulent activity that is more likely to occur in last-minute arrivals.
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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
About the neighborhood
McHenry
Located in McHenry, this vacation home is in a rural area and on a lake. While the natural beauty of Deep Creek Lake and Deep Creek Lake State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Wisp Resort.
Traveling with kids? Consider Funland and Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Station. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledding.
Deep Creek Lake State Park - 20 min drive - 17.6 km
Ohiopyle State Park - 46 min drive - 52.4 km
Getting around
Hagerstown, MD (HGR-Hagerstown Regional) - 123 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 14 min drive
Burger King - 7 min drive
Wispers Mountainside Bar - 6 min drive
Casselman Bakery and Café - 14 min drive
UNO Pizzeria & Grill - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Hidden Retreat w/ Hot Tub & Scenic Views pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Hidden Retreat w/ Hot Tub & Scenic Views?
As of May 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hidden Retreat w/ Hot Tub & Scenic Views on Jun 15, 2026 start from $819, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Hidden Retreat w/ Hot Tub & Scenic Views?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Hidden Retreat w/ Hot Tub & Scenic Views?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Hidden Retreat w/ Hot Tub & Scenic Views located?
This family-friendly McHenry vacation home is located on a lake, 3.1 mi (5 km) from Adventure Sports Center International, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Funland and Deep Creek Lake. Wisp Resort and Fork Run Recreation Area are also within 6 mi (10 km).
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
The house was beautiful and spacious. The house location is close to the North end of the lake so very convenient. The walk down to the lake is a little treacherous so be very careful or drive down to the lake.
May B.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 15, 2025
Thank you for your review! We're glad you enjoyed the house and its location. We appreciate your note about caution towards the walk to the lake. Otherwise we hope to see you again soon! Madison, Railey Vacations
Located 5 minutes from Wisp mountain with six great-sized bedrooms. All amenities worked great and the check-in/out process was seamless.
Andrew G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 2, 2023
Hi Andrew! Pleased to hear that you and your family had a fun filled weekend with us at Best Kept Secret and took full advantage of all the home had to offer! Thank you for the review and we hope to have the opportunity to rent to you again in the future! Madison, Railey Vacations
Archival
8/10 Good
Kevin Z.
Jul 20, 2017
Perfect for our needs!
We loved the property, including its large windows that provide a nice view of the lake! The size and accommodations were just right for our needs!
Kevin Z.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 27, 2020
Hello Kevin-
We are so glad that Best Kept Secret was a good fit for you and your family! The view is amazing!
We hope to see you again soon!
Best-
Your Friends at Railey Mountain Lake Vacations
Our stay was wonderful. The house was large enough and had ample sleeping areas. The outside area worked great for running around and exploring.
Lauren K.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 28, 2022
This is great to hear Lauren! We love to hear when everyone enjoyed their time together! Glad that you got to explore the many activities in DCL. Thanks for the review and please come see us again soon!
Madison Miller, Railey Vacations
This property was perfect for my son’s wedding weekend. We had 8 adults and there was more than enough room. The home is beautiful and close to everything
Lisa W.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 28, 2022
Thanks for the review Lisa! So glad to hear that you and your group had a wonderful time with us and everyone was able to spread out and be comfortable! Please come see us again soon!
Madison Miller, Railey Vacations
We went with 4 families with teenagers for a ski weekend at Wisp and it was the perfect property! Close to the mountain, shops, entertainment. Beautiful views and huge kitchen well equipped. One warning is the driveway is very steep so the warning about 4WD during winter months is no joke. It snowed while we were out so glad we were prepared. Very much enjoyed our stay!
Margaret R.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 12, 2024
Love to hear that you had an awesome time with us, Margaret! It’s great to hear that the home, location, and amenities all came together for a great vacation experience. Thanks for the review and please come see us again soon! Madison, Railey Vacations
Nice weekend overall- many things broken in the house/not clean upon arrival. We were only staying the weekend so we just took care of it. They were adamant about the house being inspected right at 4pm so we could not check in even 15 minutes early- so when we arrived at the house to many things broken and dirty we were frustrated. Overall we would still come again! House was nice- rooms were not as big as pictured and the photos of the outdoor area were misleading but we all had a blast
Andrea M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 8, 2023
We appreciate your feedback Andrea. We'd like to sincerely apologize for the inconvenience concerning the broken items and subpar cleanliness. We do like to stick to the 4pm check in time due to the large number of homes being inspected, however we are only human and we do sometimes miss our mark. In the future please do not hesitate to call us so that we can quickly send out a tech/housekeeper to remedy any issue. Otherwise we are pleased to hear that you and your family had a great time together and we hope to have the opportunity to rent to you in the future for a better rental experience. Madison, Railey Vacations
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Julie I.
Jun 26, 2023
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Very disappointed
Check in process was quick and easy and staff was very friendly, however when we arrived at the house we were very disappointed as it was extremely dirty and had a foul odor. We found dirty socks, vapes, lighters, dirty towels, unwashed dishes and silverware, throw up on the wall in the bathroom and a very sticky floor and table. The house has great potential as it would be beautiful with updates and a lot of cleaning. Railey was contacted and they sent one person to come and clean but it just was not sufficient. Our family still had a great time because we were together, but this was in spite of the disappointment of the home.
It was a beautiful house in a great location. It was a little hard to find the lake access trail, but other than that it was great. We loved seeing all the wildlife from the back porch.
Great house for a big family / group to vacation at. Lots of room, six bedrooms including five with queen/king beds. Just a short walk to the lake / docks. Rented a boat from Aquatic Center and had a great time on the lake.
Daniel W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
4/10 Poor
Sue D.
Jun 18, 2021
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication
Nice home, needs maintenance.
Rental was easy enough. House had issues maintenance called twice didn't ever come to fix issue with showers head. Lost a day of hot tub use. No water pressure in upstairs master bathroom, can't take multiple showers at a time, air on the lines. Basement had a smell to it and the temperature can't be controlled in the basement.
House was as advertised. Good location, great view, plenty of space. The bad side: 1 trash bag, Limited TP, sheets did not fit, walkway was full of ice, remnants of precious guests beer cans/trash remained, hot tub needed to be fixed (very responsive from management company)
We, at Railey Vacations, are so happy that you enjoyed your stay with us! We hope to host you again in the future!
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