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Minutes to the Wisp, private, kid & pet friendly ranch

Mountain holiday home with kitchen, near Wisp Resort

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Living area
Living area
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Miscellaneous

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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McHenry, MD
  • Place, Fork Run Recreation Area
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Youghiogheny River
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Youghiogheny Wild River Natural Environmental Area
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, Morgantown, WV (MGW-Morgantown Municipal)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1 - Primary

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2- Orange

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3- Blue room

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Minutes to the Wisp, private, kid & pet friendly ranch

Unwind in McHenry at this carefully designed house up on the hill made for privacy and hanging out. This adorable property features 3 bedrooms: 1 king bed, 1 queen beds, 2 twin beds, a portable twin bed, and a portable pack and play. With 1 full bathroom in the first bedroom and a second full bathroom in the hallway for the other two bedrooms to share, you will find a shower/tub combo and all the amenities you need to make your packing light and trip enjoyable. We provide linens, towels, shampoo/conditioner, soap, qtips, makeup wipes, hair dryer, straightener, coffee, kcups, etc.. This terrific house also offers a cozy bohemian vibe to help you fully embrace the seclusion of the location and being in the woods/pines near the lake. We hope you'll enjoy your stay at our house while playing with the games we've provided, reading a book, having a fire outside or enjoying the gazebo.
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
Please add pets to your booking, $50 fee per pet
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Wash and put away any used dishes, utensils, cookware, appliances, etc.
Turn all thermostats to 55 degrees
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

McHenry

Located in McHenry, this holiday home is in the mountains. 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 explore Wisp Resort. Funland and Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Station are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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McHenry, MD

What's nearby

  • Fork Run Recreation Area - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Youghiogheny River - 1 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Youghiogheny Wild River Natural Environmental Area - 1 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Wisp Resort - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Deep Creek Lake - 6 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Morgantown, WV (MGW-Morgantown Municipal) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Casselman Bakery and Café - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Perkins American Food Co. - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Moonshadow - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Minutes to the Wisp, private, kid & pet friendly ranch pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Minutes to the Wisp, private, kid & pet friendly ranch?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Minutes to the Wisp, private, kid & pet friendly ranch?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Minutes to the Wisp, private, kid & pet friendly ranch?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Minutes to the Wisp, private, kid & pet friendly ranch located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Fork Run Recreation Area and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Deep Creek Lake. Youghiogheny Wild River Natural Environmental Area and Youghiogheny River are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A well appointed house in a great location - you have some privacy but ear enough deep creek. We will be back! Very family friendly in the details.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I took my kids snowboarding to wisp and stayed here. I've done this a bunch and stayed a lot of different houses in the deep Creek area, and I can say that this is definitely the best one we've stayed at. It's only about 10 minutes from wisp. It was immaculate when we came inside, and it literally had everything you needed. I forgot my toothbrush and they even had new toothbrushes in the bathroom. Plenty of towels, coffee, shampoo and conditioner in the bathrooms, beds were super comfy, it stayed nice and warm in all the rooms. Really couldn't recommend it enough if you're looking for a place to stay in the deep Creek area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jessica O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was excellent. Clean and nicely decorated. Very pet-friendly. Warm and cozy
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

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