House on the Gwynns Falls

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Excellent

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Dryer
Washer
Air conditioning
Water view

Explore the area

Baltimore, MD

Maryland Zoo
‪10 min drive‬
Johns Hopkins University
‪13 min drive‬
Oriole Park at Camden Yards
‪15 min drive‬
Baltimore, MD (BWI-Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall)
‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Sofa Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Garden

About this property

Welcome to Historic Dickeyville! Once a bustling village with paper and textile mills located within the Baltimore City limits, Dickeyville is named after the last mill owner, William J. Dickey. The Gwynn’s Falls, which once powered these mills, winds its way through the village and is now a scenic place for you to enjoy! Your home-away-from-home sits directly across from the Gwynns Falls river system and offers beautiful views of the surrounding 1,100 acres of natural forest. If you like serene, green habitats, you will love visiting Dickeyville. The property has a large mature perennial garden and front yard, with ample vehicle parking in front of the home as well as a pull in driveway for one car. The gardens are glorious starting in the Spring and provide for a lovely view from inside the home. The upstairs covered porch is a special place which to view the surrounding greenspaces and hear the sounds of the rushing water of the Gwynns Falls. I believe you will enjoy the serenity and country feel of historic Dickeyville, MD!

Property manager

Mary Elizabeth Scarpa

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Water view

Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 1 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

I can no longer rent to anyone under 25. There have been incidents of large parties at my home without prior knowledge. This happened twice recently.

VRBO will be notified, along with other local law enforcement if needed.

There is No Smoking on premises, and shoes must be removed after a guest has settled in. I provide cozy thick socks for anyone to use in the house.

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

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

Property Registration Number STR-129737

About the area

Baltimore

Located on a river, this holiday home is in Dickeyville, a neighbourhood in Baltimore. CFG Bank Arena and Merriweather Post Pavilion are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Maryland Zoo and National Aquarium in Baltimore. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Oriole Park at Camden Yards or M&T Bank Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Baltimore, MD

What's nearby

Pimlico Race Course - 9 min drive - 5.4 km
Maryland Zoo - 10 min drive - 6.5 km
Johns Hopkins University - 13 min drive - 9.1 km
Oriole Park at Camden Yards - 15 min drive - 10.2 km
Baltimore Convention Center - 15 min drive - 10.4 km

Getting around

West Cold Spring Station - 7 min drive
West Baltimore Station - 11 min drive
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

‪Lake Trout - ‬7 min drive
‪Ny Fried Chicken - ‬7 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬6 min drive
‪China Garden - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is House on the Gwynns Falls pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at House on the Gwynns Falls?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at House on the Gwynns Falls?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is House on the Gwynns Falls located?

Located in Dickeyville, this holiday home is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Coppin State University and within 6 miles (10 km) of Johns Hopkins University and Druid Hill Park. Jewish Community Center of Baltimore and Pimlico Race Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Colleen M.

30 Mar 2025

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

Weekend getaway

The house is a gem. Very unique older home. Very comfortable and welcoming. Renovations are almost complete. The house is pet friendly. The location is perfect if you enjoy hiking trails, friendly neighbors and a view of the falls.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin G.

22 Dec 2024

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

Sweet house and dog friendly in the charming neighborhood of Dickeyville

Mary was great to deal with, very accommodating, and happily welcomed our dog. It was super convenient when visiting dear friends nearby.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

S J.

18 Jan 2025

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

Women's getaway retreat

Mary was a very gracious host and very accommodating when we added a 6th person at the last minute. She was always very responsive when I messaged her and greeted us with a warm welcome when we arrived. The house is a beautiful historic home tucked away in quiet neighborhood

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita S.

23 Oct 2024

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

Delightful Stay

Mary's home is lovely! She is welcoming and kind and the check-in process is simple. I would stay at the home in the future.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth f.

27 Dec 2024

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

Charming

The host was extremely friendly, meeting us inside and walking us through every aspect of the house. The home was charming, tidy, and full of lovely details. The beds were quite comfortable -- one bedroom is on the first floor and two others are upstairs. The host lives in an attached cabin, so was available to answer any questions or address any needs.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Joseph L.

8 Feb 2025

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Dave

Paid extra for persons above two,never did that before.Not mentioned in listing.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia S.

30 Dec 2024

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

Great Stay in Historic Village

We needed a getaway near Baltimore so we could visit some family and attractions. The location was easy to navigate to and is nestled in a historic village. We enjoyed the ambiance of the house and the host made sure we were comfortable. We highly recommend this stay to anyone who enjoys a unique and quiet getaway. We particularly enjoyed listening to the nearby waterfall from the upstairs balcony. The house was clean and stocked with necessities. We would love to return as we found many places in nearby Catonville that we would like to come back to someday soon. The host was great with communication and made us feel welcome.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Dawuan L.

7 Dec 2024

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

Terrible

Kicked us out for the amount of people that was staying

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

sean o.

24 Sept 2024

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

Fairytale Setting

What a lovely home, hidden away in the woods. The neighborhood is filled with older homes. You'd never guess you were 20 minutes from downtown Baltimore. The host was lovely and very responsive. We will absolutely be back.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David B.

13 Sept 2024

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

Quiet Baltimore neighborhood by a park and falls

Last thing first - I would recommend and would stay again. Had a nice weekend stay that was far superior to a hotel stay at a comparable cost. Our dog was welcomed, and the park and falls (can hear the falls from the upper patio, very nice) provided a great place to walk. 3 beds and two baths provided plenty of space, kitchen had pans and spices and olive oil, and gardens were wonderfully kept. Mary was a gracious host and answered our questions when we had them. The neighborhood is full of 100-200 year old stone houses with plenty of history, and a very friendly vibe to the area. Great stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Landon R.

18 Sept 2024

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

Relaxing and charming getaway!

Upon arrival at the property, we were immediately struck by the vivacious energy of the garden. When we walked into the house, it was apparent the same love & care had extended into the home. The decor was wonderful to look at, and our entire experience was relaxing & rejuvenating. This was especially meaningful to us as we brought along 2 dogs (1 who is more vocal and reactive) and our concert tickets had cancelled as soon as we arrived from our travels. Mary was incredibly accommodating and thoughtful in showing us the house, providing recommendations, and reduced some of our own worries about our dog’s tendency to bark. Mary even laid out some pee-pads for our doggies! Mary was never far if we had any questions (lives in guest cottage that is connected to back of house), but we never felt a lack of privacy or intrusion. We would recommend this place to anyone coming to visit Baltimore, and will surely be back! :) We’d give the location especially a 14/10 if we could— Dickeyville is such a charming area and beautiful! Safety was never a concern. Even the neighbors were friendly! The pictures do not do the home justice, it’s gorgeous. Especially in the morning when the light fills the rooms— stunning!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by Mary Elizabeth Scarpa

Living within Baltimore City, I never would have believed there could be a park almost as large as Central Park in NY and contain the historic village of Dickeyville. Having always lived in cities, finding this space in the forest has turned city living into a nature conservatory. I hope this is something that makes you want to return to Baltimore again and again for visits to "the forest within the city", and the village of Dickeyville, in Baltimore MD.

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 3

Living Room 1

Upstairs Bedroom 1

Upstairs Bedroom 2

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

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