Rainbow Chalet, a River Front Home on Savage River near Deep Creek Lake

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Large living room with Dish TV and card table

Game Table and Mural, Fly Fishing the Savage River

Living area with leather recliners and Dish TV

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

9.8

Exceptional

4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6223 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Dryer

Washer

Barbecue grill

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Swanton, MD

Deep Creek Lake16 min drive
Deep Creek Lake State Park20 min drive
Wisp Resort32 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

The Rainbow Chalet is on the Savage River in Western Maryland near Deep Creek Lake. Right on the Savage River, with 1000 ft. of private river access to year round fishing on one of the top 100 trout streams in the U.S. right out the back door. Please note that the wild trout in the Savage River are protected and it is Fly Fishing only and catch and release on the property. No bait or spin fishing. Nearby rivers include the North Branch of the Potomac (also ranked in the top 100 trout streams), Casselman and 'Yock'. Miles of wild brook trout streams and the pristine Savage River Reservoir/Lake are minutes away. Several great golf courses, including Load Stone at Wisp, Jack Nickolas Signature course at Rocky Gap and Thousand acres are nearby. Skiing at Wisp Resort 30 minutes away, or Cross Country skiing at nearby New Germany Park. Hunting/Hiking on Big Savage Mountain/Savage River Forest is right out the front door. A complete Fly Fishing tackle/outfitting next door at Savage River Outfitters, a full service Orvis Dealer and Fly Shop. Take advantage of all Orvis Sales, as well as save on shipping.
Fly Fishing Instruction and Guide Services : We offer Fly Fishing Instruction tailored to your needs. Guide Services, both half day and full day with lunch are available. Wade the Savage and the many streams nearby for wild trout or take a full day Western style float trip on the North Branch of the Potomac for trout, small mouth bass and tiger muskie. Our Fly Shop and Orvis Dealership has all of your Fly Fishing needs and you get a 20% discount on Rods, Reels and Waders when you rent one of our vacation homes on the Savage . Explore the pristine Savage River Lake just a few minutes upstream. No power boats are allowed and you have 16 miles of wild shore-line to explore and fish. Trout, small mouth bass, largemouth bass, walleye, yellow perch and bluegill/sunfishh are abundant. Fish the mouths of the many brook trout stream for wild brook trout. There are also many paved roads with little traffic as well as trails and off road areas in which to hike. We do have a strict no pet policy and A three day minimum stay over Holiday weekends.

Property manager

Mike Evans

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Mountain view

Back yard of Brownie in the fall on Savage River

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Swanton

Located in Swanton, this chalet 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, or check out an event or a game at Adventure Sports Center International. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating.

Swanton, MD

What's nearby

Deep Creek Lake - 16 min drive
Thousand Acres Lakeside Golf Course - 18 min drive
Deep Creek Lake State Park - 20 min drive
Wisp Resort - 32 min drive
Swallow Falls State Park - 34 min drive

Getting around

Hagerstown, MD (HGR-Hagerstown Regional) - 125 min drive

Restaurants

‪Kadys Hav A Lot - ‬18 min drive
‪Bull's Restaurant - ‬25 min drive
‪Cornerstone Market - ‬13 min drive
‪Deep Creek Sailing School - ‬25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rainbow Chalet, a River Front Home on Savage River near Deep Creek Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rainbow Chalet, a River Front Home on Savage River near Deep Creek Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rainbow Chalet, a River Front Home on Savage River near Deep Creek Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rainbow Chalet, a River Front Home on Savage River near Deep Creek Lake located?

This family-friendly Swanton chalet is located on the waterfront, 3 mi (4.8 km) from Savage River, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Deep Creek Lake and Deep Creek Lake State Park. Big Run State Park and Thousand Acres Lakeside Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Susanne B.

25 June 2024

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

Relaxing and peaceful

Four of us enjoyed a very relaxing and peaceful week in Rainbow cottage, sitting on the deck listening to the river and the birds and site seeing in the Deep Creek area. The house has everything you need, especially a very well equipped kitchen. Cell service is a little spotty and there is no internet in the house but that didn’t bother us- it was nice being “off the grid “- and there is WiFi in the shop next door if you absolutely need to connect. The house is very much “off the beaten path “ and the narrow and winding roads need to be navigated with care but you really are only about 20 minutes from Deep Creek Lake. Mike couldn’t have been nicer and he was very responsive to our needs. We’re not fishermen but it looked like the fishing was good!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bracha D.

9 Aug 2023

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

Very enjoyable!

The house was clean and comfortable and had everything we needed. I loved that there were enough bedrooms for all my children to have their space. Also, the beds were comfortable. The kids loved the creek and the scenery was beautiful. Even though there is a house on each side, it was still very peaceful and quiet. The one tip I would give others is to know where you are going without gps because reception is spotty. We would definitely go again.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn Y., sycamore, pa

9 Apr 2023

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Easter Trout

Great time had by all. Not as many fish caught as we would have wanted but great memories make up for it!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

1 Jan 2022

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

New Years Getaway

We were looking for a quiet and relaxed New Years not too far from home and this was the perfect house to do that! Everything we needed was there and the house was very clean. The are was secluded and the scenery was beautiful. Would definitely go back again for a getaway!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

David B.

1 Nov 2021

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

Excellent base “camp” for Savage River fishing adventure

Great host with fly fishing wisdom. Great cabin, just feet from the Savage River. 2.5 bathrooms for 4 bedrooms. Spacious living room, dining room , kitchen and basement apartment. Easy, clean and comfortable. Exceeds expectations. Access to Savage, North Branch of the Potomac, tributaries and reservoirs. Don’t count on fast internet. But isn’t that why you come to the Savage River., to catch difficult fish not watch YouTube videos about fishing.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Sukhvinder S.

16 Sept 2021

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

Quiet and relaxing

We enjoyed the sound of the water. Very relaxing and soothing. Enjoyed gathering around the fire pit with the Savage River running through the back yard. Nice views of Savage River from the house. House well kept.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

John w.

15 Aug 2021

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Perfect

The Rainbow Cabin was excellent with an amazing trout pool in the backyard. Great way to experience the Savage River in comfort. The Fly Shop next store provided great information regarding the river as well as places to eat and visit in the area and you can book Charlie for personal lessons and guided trips. Outstanding experience, we'll be back in the fall to focus on casting on the Savage.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrew R.

8 July 2021

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

We’ll keep coming back

If you’re looking for a mountain/river/fishing escape in MD, look no further. Mike takes great care of these properties and is a fantastic host. This was our fourth annual trip and we plan to come back for many years to come.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa E., Pilesgrove, NJ

26 Nov 2020

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

A piece of heaven

This was by far one of the most relaxing places. Could sit by the water and read while my husband fished away. Loved it!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anthony T., Kings Park, NY

19 Oct 2020

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

Relaxing on the river

Absolutely beautiful location. Property was very clean and well kept. We had a wonderful fall weekend fishing and relaxing on the river!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Scott A.

20 Sept 2020

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Perfect lazy getaway

My husband and I wanted to take a break from Working From Home! This was the perfect getaway! He went fly fishing every morning on the Savage River. We grilled at night and ate all our meals on the deck overlooking the river. Lots of chairs outside to enjoy the view, read, or nap! The house was spotless and had everything we needed for the week-fully stocked kitchen, clean towels, and a coffee maker! Most relaxing vacation we have ever had!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

25 Aug 2020

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Great place to connect with nature, fish, and relax

Beautiful property in the woods backing up to the Savage River. Big back yard to play in and have campfires. If you like to fly fish, you can start wading the river from the house. Owner was very responsive, and Charlie at the fly shop was great and offers guiding and instruction tours for fly fishing.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

David B.

13 July 2020

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Fantastic fly fishing retreat

Beautiful home in a lovely spot. Would highly recommend to anyone wanting to fish the Savage. So close you can always be the fire on the river. Close to other beautiful sites like Swallow falls. The owner is next door and is very welcoming and helpful.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Albert G.

16 June 2020

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Great Location!

Everything was great, the only weakness was no internet in the house. You had to go up near the fly shop to access internet.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

beth k.

4 June 2020

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Memorial Weekend

We stayed at the Rainbow with our 4 and 7 year old kids. We had a great time! We will definitely be back. The property was great, we fished, the kids caught crawfish in river behind the house and played in the large back yard. The firepit was great at night for hot dogs and smores. There was also a lot to do within minutes of the property. Charlie at the fly shop and Wendy were super helpful in giving us ideas on where to go and what to do. A+ Thanks to all for a wonderful trip!!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

wei c.

5 Sept 2019

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

Highly recommend

Just came back from the trip. We had a wonderful time. Kids already start to miss Rainbow, the house that we stayed for three days. All rooms are clean, kitchen is very well equipped, backyard is huge and direct to the River. It is the best spot for fishing. Staff are very friendly, responsive and helpful. Plenty of wood for bonfire, which may need a little techniques. Scenery is just beautiful. Will Highly recommend to my friends. Will come back in Fall.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Colin S.

19 Sept 2017

Great weekend getaway

We had a great time! The team at Savage River Outfitters is very accommodating. We would definitely go back!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Anne B.

13 Sept 2016

Home away from home in a beautiful setting.

The house (chalet) we stayed in was comfortable and well cleaned, although it could be better maintained. The gentleman working there, Charlie, could not have been nicer, more helpful and thoughtful. We liked him tremendously. Of course the best thing about the house is that the Savage River runs right behind it. Few things are more relaxing than sitting on the deck overlooking the river. And we loved the sound of the river at night. Thank you, Charlie, for a wonderful stay.