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Pool, 6min to WISP, 10min to shopping; lakefront

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Indoor pool
Pool volleyball and basketball.
Exterior
View from lake to back of house with expansive deck. Path to lake.
Spacious living room with wood burning fireplace and big screen TV

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
7 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 20

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Hot tub on site
  • Private pool
  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bedroom 1 Main Floor w/ Ensuite Bath

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 Main Floor w/ Ensuite Bath

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 Main Floor w/ Ensuite Bath

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 Main Floor w/ Adjacent Bath

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5 Lower Level w/ Ensuite Bath

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6 Lower Level w/ Adjacent Bath

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 7 Lower Level w/ Adjacent Bath

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed and 4 Single Beds

7 bathrooms

Adjacent Bath Bedroom 4

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Adjacent Bath Bedroom 6

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Adjacent Bath Bedroom 7

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Ensuite Bath Bedroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Ensuite Bath Bedroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Ensuite Bath Bedroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Ensuite Bath Bedroom 5

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Pool, 6min to WISP, 10min to shopping; lakefront

Close to everything - Drift Away is on the lake, only a 6 minute drive to the top of WISP, and a 10 minute drive to Shop 'n Save and all the other shopping, restaurants and fun centers in McHenry. In 10 minutes by boat or 15 minutes by car, you can get to the Honi Honi Bar and many other great restaurants. Drift Away has everything - indoor pool, hot tub, game room, spacious deck with gazebo, surround sound TV, large yard, fire pit, dock for boat tie-up, fishing and deep clean water swimming. Very flat lot, directly on the lake, beautiful lake views from the dock, yard, deck and most rooms.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
My house is licensed by the state of Maryland for a maximum of 20 guests. A $2000 penalty will be incurred if this number is exceeded.
I will not rent to unrelated minors or young adults. You must provide the full names and ages of all people in your group.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4343170vb
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

About the area

McHenry

Located in McHenry, this holiday home is on the beach. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Funland, or check out an event or a game at Adventure Sports Center International.
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McHenry, MD

What's nearby

  • Lodestone Golf Club - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Deep Creek Lake - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Wisp Resort - 8 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Deep Creek Lake State Park - 27 min drive - 20.7 km
  • Ohiopyle State Park - 54 min drive - 55.5 km

Getting around

  • Morgantown, WV (MGW-Morgantown Municipal) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Wispers Mountainside Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Casselman Bakery and Café - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪UNO Pizzeria & Grill - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Pool, 6min to WISP, 10min to shopping; lakefront have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Pool, 6min to WISP, 10min to shopping; lakefront pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Pool, 6min to WISP, 10min to shopping; lakefront ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pool, 6min to WISP, 10min to shopping; lakefront ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pool, 6min to WISP, 10min to shopping; lakefront ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pool, 6min to WISP, 10min to shopping; lakefront located?

This McHenry holiday home is on the beach, 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Fork Run Recreation Area, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lodestone Golf Club and Youghiogheny Wild River Natural Environmental Area. Youghiogheny River and Swallow Falls State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Host was very communacative, very spacious, clean, beautiful location
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Audrey P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great weekend for our cousin's retreat. Everything was well maintained and and we had a great time. This place would be wonderful in warmer weather with all of the amenities to enjoy.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very accommodating. And he was very responsive if we had a question. The house was perfect size and super clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cynthia F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, spacious rental. Plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms to accommodate our group. The indoor pool was a plus for the kids, while the adults enjoyed the hot tub! Great location, wonderful view of the lake. Our host was very attentive and made sure our stay went smoothly. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brandon N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was a great place for our group for the weekend. Couldn’t have asked for a better space and Ken was a great host!Can’t wait to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Eversley F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this home. We traveled as 4 families for our annual trip and this house could not have been better. Rooms were all clean with functional bathrooms! The indoor pool was a an excellent touch. Fishing on the dock was slow, but I'm sure that the weather had something to do with it. Using the kayak to go further out may be a better set up. We will not hesitate to visit again for another trip.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time! The house was in a quiet area and very spacious. Was great for the kids with the pool (very safe with loud alarm for those concerned) right off the kitchen and downstairs play area. Adults loved the hot tub and updated bathrooms. We will likely rent again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Toni G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was better than the pictures even portray, the pool door alarm with littles made me feel so safe, the amenities were top notch and the newly redone bathrooms were gorgeous! We got snow and ice during our stay and the host was easy to contact and more than helpful with information and got us plowed out quickly! Couldn’t recommend this place enough!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The pool was clean and inviting….the hot tub was warm. Beds were very comfortable. House was beautiful. We had a very relaxing time.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

russell p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for multiple families with kids! Very responsive host.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home was a great layout for our family. Lots of space for gathering. Hot tub, pool, kayaks, billiard's and shuffleboard provided lots of activities. Kitchen is well equipped. Home was clean; modern bathrooms were very nice. Deck furniture was in good condition and plentiful. Owner was responsive to my communications. I would consider staying in this home again, should our family vacation bring up back to the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

sara Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home

One of the best homes we have ever stayed in. Absolutely stunning and Ken was a great host!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mindy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was breathtaking! The view to the lake, through all the trees was beautiful! My family and I very much enjoyed our stay. The house was very clean, very comfortable, had everything as stated in the guide. Check in and out was simple. If you are looking for private, this is it! This house had everything. The indoor pool was fun, the jacuzzi was perfect. This was my first time to the area, and it was great. I'm already looking to book again for the winter in this house to take in new views and activitives. We mostly spent our days lounging on the huge deck and taking in the nature scenery. It's tucked away, but close to restaurants and activities. I would and plan on staying again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was so spacious and clean. All of the things that we needed were included. Hot tub area was great. So was pool room. 10/10. Will go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cheryl G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family of 11 adults had a wonderful stay at Drift Away. The 7 bedrooms and 7 full bathrooms afforded everyone the privacy they needed. We also found the amenities convenient and enjoyable, such as the dock, kayaks, canoe, stand up paddle boards, pool, hot tub, and fire pit. We would definitely rent this beautiful home again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had 17 people in our group. We chose this house to accommodate our group for a family reunion. This house could not have been any better. The house is very spacious and had a great kitchen and plenty of seating. We loved that everyone had their own bathroom. Ken was wonderful to communicate with. I was able to get all my questions answered very quickly and he was fabulous to give us information upfront so we knew what to do for check in procedures and checkout. Thank you so much for sharing this house our family had an amazing time.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Johnna R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing lakefront property! We stayed as a group of three families and had more than enough space for everyone. The pool, hot tub, and private dock were perfect, and we loved having so many amenities right at the house — kayaks, paddle boards, tubes, and more. It truly had everything we needed for a fun and relaxing getaway. Highly recommend for groups or families looking for the perfect lake retreat!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bob N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, lots of room

My entire family loved our stay at 'Drift Away'. Several family members commented on how this was a nice house at a perfect location. Our host was very responsive with any questions or issues. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Eric W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
The house is awesome, love the layout, the deck, games and outdoor spaces. House is showing wear and tear but to be expected. We had 16 men all over 30 in the house and left it very clean according to the host but his communication after the fact was rude and excessive. Wouldnt rent from this person again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 May, 2026
Prior to this, 27 out of 27 renters have left 10/10, 5-star reviews. My "excessive" communication with this renter pertained to damages and additional maintenance caused by his group, and things they left behind which I mailed to him. Prior renters praise and are thankful for my communication; they don't call it "rude".
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10/10 Excellent

Kristy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Getaway

Such a fun house to keep everyone entertained! We had the best time making memories with friends and family!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar, 2025
My family has wonderful memories of Drift Away. I'm so happy yours will also. It really is a great place for a family vacation.
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10/10 Excellent

Lance A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

House on the Lake

There's lots of room and plenty of things to do on the property. It's at the end of the road with very little traffic that makes it even quieter.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ronald N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The amenities suited all of our family's needs and more. We felt right at home. It's roomy, laid out well, and there seemed to be something for everyone, no matter the age. I doubt that we will find another place so well-suited for our entire family--14 and one on the way, ages 2-73. This was a vacation filled with life-time memories!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tiffany T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Time on the lake

I booked this house for a family get together the house was amazing right on the lake lots of stuff to keep everyone entertained plenty of room for everyone the host Ken was great he responded to me quickly the indoor pool was a hit for all the kids!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun

Had a great time. Perfect location, back yard is amazing. The indoor pool was great. The house was also laid out really nice. We would rent this house again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

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Hosted by Ken Scarola

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