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"Merrywell" A Horse Lovers Haven. Bucolic farm setting - not "riverfront"

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A cozy living room with a fireplace, wooden walls, a bookshelf, and comfortable seating.
A white house with a fenced driveway, two cars, and a vineyard in the background.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a standing lamp, a window with blinds, and a view of the outdoors.
A window with a curtain featuring a floral pattern.
A white house with a small porch, an American flag, and two green Adirondack chairs.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Hydes, MD
  • Place, Gunpowder Falls State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Boordy Vineyards
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, DeJon Winery
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Baltimore, MD (BWI-Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2nd floor Single

1 Single Bed

1st floor Sleeping Porch

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

2nd floor Master

1 King Bed

2nd floor Queen

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom Second Floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

First floor

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

"Merrywell" A Horse Lovers Haven. Bucolic farm setting - not "riverfront"

You will have a front row view of a working horse farm from this private guest house on the edge of Country Life Farm's Merryland Thoroughbred training center. "Merrywell" a 3 bedroom, stucco on stone historic house dates to the early 1900's. The property is part of a 140 acre conserved property in Baltimore county's Long Green Valley. It is a close drive to all the major attractions of the baltimore area, 10 miles west of Towson and just over the hill from Bordy Vineyard. The base price is for 4 guests, additional $20 guest fee per night for over 4 guests. Well behaved pets are considered but must be mentioned at booking. A fee of $25 per pet per 7 days will apply to approved pets. Pets must be in a flea preventative program, not left unattended longer than 3 hours unless crated and be on leash when alongside the horse pastures if not obedient.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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: dogs (limit 3 total)
Must be mentioned at Booking $25 per pet per7 days
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1384016vb
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
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
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

Hydes

Located in Hydes, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Jerusalem Mill and Harford Artists Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Boordy Vineyards and DeJon Winery. Ladew Topiary Gardens and Towson Presbyterian Church Labyrinth are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours, birdwatching and golfing.
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Hydes, MD

What's nearby

  • Gunpowder Falls State Park - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Boordy Vineyards - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
  • DeJon Winery - 7 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Loch Raven Reservoir - 11 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Jerusalem Blacksmith Shop - 12 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

  • Edgewood Station - 24 min drive
  • Baltimore, MD (MTN-Martin State) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Looney's Pub Perry Hall - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Das Bierhalle - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is "Merrywell" A Horse Lovers Haven. Bucolic farm setting - not "riverfront" pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

How much does it cost to stay at "Merrywell" A Horse Lovers Haven. Bucolic farm setting - not "riverfront"?

As of 21 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at "Merrywell" A Horse Lovers Haven. Bucolic farm setting - not "riverfront" on 3 Jan, 2027 start from S$1,343, 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 at "Merrywell" A Horse Lovers Haven. Bucolic farm setting - not "riverfront"?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at "Merrywell" A Horse Lovers Haven. Bucolic farm setting - not "riverfront"?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "Merrywell" A Horse Lovers Haven. Bucolic farm setting - not "riverfront"?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is "Merrywell" A Horse Lovers Haven. Bucolic farm setting - not "riverfront" located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Boordy Vineyards, Gunpowder Falls State Park and DeJon Winery. Loch Raven Reservoir and Jerusalem Blacksmith Shop are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Ellen Pons

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When not busy helping out at Country Life. I'm a freelance photographer, artist and addicted DIY-er. This is one of 3 properties on family farms I offer as a comfortable place to relax and unwind amid nature. I look foward to making your stay a memorable one that exceeds your expectations. Merrywell's farm setting is a unique lodging alternative for the Baltimore region.

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