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Lakefront Cabin with Private Dock, Hot Tub, & Game Room - Dogs Okay

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Outdoor dining
Outdoor spa tub
Beach
Living area
Game room

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8178.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Swanton, MD
  • Deep Creek Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Deep Creek Lake State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Wisp Resort
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Oakland, MD (ODM-Garrett County)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Lakefront Cabin with Private Dock, Hot Tub, & Game Room - Dogs Okay

October Moon

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Please note: There is a 13 night limit on reservations per local regulations. Reservations over 13 nights are prohibited and cannot be honored.

Leave your worries behind and slip away for a relaxing stay at this dog-friendly Deep Creek vacation home. Equipped with a wraparound porch, a brand new hot tub, and a private boat launch right on the lake, this lovely home is perfect for the whole family.

Nestled in a quiet cove on the banks of Deep Creek Lake, your vacation home is perfectly situated to enjoy the incredible natural beauty of western Maryland. Launch a canoe or kayak into the water and spend a pleasant afternoon paddling across the peaceful lake, or head north to explore the scenic trails winding through Deep Creek State Park. The Waterfront Greens Golf Course is just four miles from your front door, and the popular ski slopes of Wisp Mountain provide a superb winter activity.

You'll find plenty of entertainment options back at the house, too! Unwind after a long day of exercise by relaxing in the hot tub on the back porch, then head inside for a fun evening in. Challenge your family to a pool or a Ping-Pong tournament and figure out who is the best player! When you get hungry, the kitchen is fully equipped with modern appliances for all your cooking needs. Free WiFi is provided, and you can even bring your furry family members along for a small nightly fee, so no one has to miss out on the fun!

Retreat to Deep Creek - book your reservation today!

4WD/traction is required in winter.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.

Dock details: The private dock is located behind the home. Walk about 100 feet from home; the dock is located along the path at end of the yard. One boat maximum, please. Dock ID# 23386
Dock available Memorial day thru Labor Day



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Maryland
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

Pets allowed
Dogs only. Max of 2.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Important information

You need to know

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Swanton

Located in Swanton, this holiday home is on the waterfront. 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 and Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Station.
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Swanton, MD

What's nearby

  • Deep Creek Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Deep Creek Lake State Park - 6 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Thousand Acres Lakeside Golf Course - 17 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Wisp Resort - 17 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Swallow Falls State Park - 19 min drive - 15.0 km

Getting around

  • Hagerstown, MD (HGR-Hagerstown Regional) - 117 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Arrowhead Market - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Deep Creek Yacht Club Turkey Neck - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪UNO Pizzeria & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Trader's Coffee House - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Cabin with Private Dock, Hot Tub, & Game Room - Dogs Okay pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Cabin with Private Dock, Hot Tub, & Game Room - Dogs Okay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Cabin with Private Dock, Hot Tub, & Game Room - Dogs Okay?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Cabin with Private Dock, Hot Tub, & Game Room - Dogs Okay located?

This family-friendly Swanton holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Deep Creek Lake and Deep Creek Lake State Park. Funland and Mount Nebo Wildlife Management Area are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 78 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cathy B.

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

Great Lake House

Beautiful location. The house was perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

Beautiful lake on the house

Did like that everything we needed such as grocery stores, places to dine, have a few cold ones was only like within 8 min to 20 min drive. Location was right on
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Ann L.

Great house for dog & humans !

We have rented at Deep Creek for 30 plus years. We loved this area of the lake ..the house has a great yard on a lovely cove!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

Perfect Escape for Mini Vacation

This home was perfect for our short stay. The property is close to the water, which made it great to sit on the dock and enjoy the sunshine. We had a campfire and enjoyed smores one of the nights. The house had everything that we needed. We hope to rent again.
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8/10 Good

Jennifer P.

Great Lake view and waterfront

We loved the view and nice gentle slope down to the lake. The lake is shallow here and was great for swimming. Kitchen and baths are updated. Some of the items in the house need to be replaced, like the grill and hot tub, and interior lighting should be improved.

8/10 Good

Bridget B.

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

Cozy stay in Deep Creek

Great experience! Loved the location, such a great view of the lake and overall great trip. Would recommend to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Joanna G.

Great location!

We had to change houses two weeks before our trip due to a maintenance problem at the one we normally stay at! I scrambled to find something dog and toddler friendly! This home was perfect for all aspects! The yard was great for the dogs, it’s had lots of room for them to run and play in the water. The house was clean and was free of random objects my toddler could get into! The rooms were large and spacious! Bathrooms on all floors! We really had a great trip thanks to this property!! Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne R.

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

Friends retreat

Perfect spot for 3 couples who enjoy the lake. Great kitchen to cook in. Lots of room hot tub and game room nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Janet S.

Value for price

The view was amazing. 3 bathrooms was nice
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth A.

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

Great Time at October Moon

Loved the location! Quiet. The house was clean and everything we needed was there. Hot tub was clean and in working order.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
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8/10 Good

michele b.

House was great!! Perfect for our get away and great yard with easy access to the lake.

Nicely updated kitchen. Plenty of room and lots of fun things to do in the house. Only negative is the beds are terribly uncomfortable
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10/10 Excellent

Nathan B.

Good family vacation home.

The house was very clean and had a warm, homey vibe. The kitchen was very well stocked as far as cookware, dishes, utensils, etc. But bring your own plastic food storage containers. The outside could use some updating. There were LOTS of good games, books and puzzles. Excellent Wi-Fi too. The basement has some toddler toys and a ping pong and a well-used but serviceable pool table. The hot tub was kind of old but still felt great on a chilly evening. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Trevor

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Communication

Not Terrible

The property was not terrible to stay at there was a question of the functionality of some doors and sinks as they did not seem to be up to the standard that I felt the property showed online. Overall, it was a pretty decent location to stay at considering the amount of time we were there.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Melissa P.

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

New Year’s stay

We loved the house especially the hot tub and fire pit. The house needs some cutting boards and the door knobs need to be refastened or replaced. The house was great for our family of 8 and 2 dogs and we really enjoyed our stay. Thanks again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Damon M.

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

Great Location, clean, needs some updating

We loved much about this place including location, views and the raises deck. But be aware it needs some updating and some things are run down. Plenty of pots and pans but lacking in dishes if you have a family. Great for doggies!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brittany T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Amazing week at Deep Creek

The house was perfect for our stay with myself, my husband, our baby and toddler, and our dog. The location is a quick drive to most things, and super close to Deep Creek State Park where we did some hiking. The house was nothing fancy, but comfortable and met all of our needs. The communication with Vacasa, though, was subpar. There was a boat randomly parked at the dock starting on day 2 of our weeklong stay. After it was there for a full day I messaged asking if it was supposed to be there and Vacasa said they were getting in touch with their local operations manager. We never heard back from them. Luckily we weren’t really using the dock, but if you want to rent a boat for your own stay then I would make that clear ahead of time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise F.

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

Great staff support.

We had a number of issues at this property, such as wasp nests and a problem with the gas grill. The VRBO staff was very responsive and sent maintenance staff quickly. The pullout couch in one room was very uncomfortable so the staff brought a couple of air mattresses which helped quite a bit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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8/10 Good

Donna R.

Second time enjoying October Moon

Our group of 6 adults returned to October Moon for our annual September friend gathering. We like the house, hot tub and proximity to the lake. We always enjoy fires on the outside firepit and cooking expansive meals in the kitchen (which is well stocked with utensils and pans). As noted by other recent guests, there are a few housekeeping details that would have made this a 5-star review. The outside grill did not have gas and was missing a few parts. This detail did interfere with some of our dinner prep plans. Also, numerous lightbulbs were missing and in general, the bedroom lighting was very dim with bedside lamps in disrepair and not enough lighting in general. Customer service was very nice and responded quickly but these small issues were not resolved during our stay. We hope that someone from the maintenance crew does stop by and make these few adjustments for future quests.
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

Great vacation home!

I was leary after reading a review posted in the beginning of December but we found this place very clean. The hot tub was hot and clean. There is an issue with the hot water as you have to keep on adjusting the water between hot and cold. The only problem we had was that the driveway and entryway was covered in ice and snow and we had no way the clear if. I would return again!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
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6/10 Okay

Tammie D.

Rainy days

We had a rainy week. There was no awning on porch,,so we did have a few hours of no rain and sat on our porch only to have neighbors scream. At us to shut up, at 9:01. pm ,also our fire pit was filled with old burned debris we were unable to use it and np way to clean it and the bed room with single beds had uncomfortable mattress. We will not return to this property-we actually left one day early
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Douglas P.

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

Perfect getaway for the start of the COVID nightmare!

We somehow lucked out in having planned this vacation before the COVID-19 pandemic struck and any other vacation would have surely been canceled/ruined. As it was, we were able to get away, go for some hikes and just relax for a week. The only reason we didn't give it four stars is that the kitchen really needs more dishes! For a house that claims to support 8 adults, there were only two water glasses, a weird collection of really small wine glasses, only about 4 bowls, etc. There were 4 hand mixers, but no mixing bowls. Tons of pots/pans, but all were super cheap and badly worn (telfon coating scratched up, etc.). The toaster worked if you held it down the whole time. That said, we made do and enjoyed our escape before coming home to social distancing. The hot tub definitely felt nice (although we couldn't figure out how to get the jets to really kick on...).
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020
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4/10 Poor

Kerri B.

Did not impress!

This home didn’t live up to its advertised deal. We wanted a fire-pit and hot tub - requirements of our stay and this house advertised both. However, both were not usable. We brought wood 3 hours from home but the firepit butts up within 6 inches of the floating dock so we didn’t feel safe lighting it up. Nor did we feel safe getting to it in the pitch black as it was so far from the house. The hot tub when we arrived was unlocked. The jets barely worked and the water was not the temperature listed. We could not get it hot only mildly warm Plus it had a musty, bad mildew smell. We paid $65 to extend our stay so we could take an early morning hot tub and we couldn’t do it. Not warm enough and too stinky. I’d love my Money back for that extension. The showers in the house on both levels went from Cold to scalding hot without touching anything while in them. Not good. Is there something wrong with the water / plumbing ?? Overall this home felt dirty, cushions and some dishes were dirty. Blankets ripped and Comforters dingy. The ping pong table cracked. The pool table felt is ripped on top and pockets broken Being a pet friendly place does not mean it has to be a trashed place. Outside steps were slippery and unsafe. We were not impressed.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily H.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith P.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph H.

Great place, great views, great yard

My friends and I very much enjoyed October Moon. We slept well, and we particularly enjoyed the large yard between the house and the lake. All of the amenities were great and as-advertised. We had zero problems with the hot tub, which worked exactly as advertised and was completely clean. We used the kitchen for cooking without any problems. This was absolutely a 5-star trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

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