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Adventurer's perch with lake access, Milky Way views, & hot tub - dog-friendly

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
TV, books
4 bedrooms, travel crib, internet, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 81677 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

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Swanton, MD
  • Place, Deep Creek Lake State Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Deep Creek Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Wisp Resort
    ‪13 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Swanton

When you stay at this vacation home in Swanton, you'll be on a lake, within a 15-minute drive of Deep Creek Lake and Wisp Resort. .This family-friendly vacation home is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Deep Creek Lake State Park and 6.3 mi (10.2 km) from Thousand Acres Lakeside Golf Course.

What's nearby

  • Deep Creek Lake State Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Deep Creek Lake - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Wisp Resort - 13 min drive - 9.1 miles
  • Ohiopyle State Park - 48 min drive - 36.7 miles
  • Blackwater Falls State Park - 53 min drive - 43.9 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Casselman Bakery and Café - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪UNO Pizzeria & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Moonshadow - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Adventurer's perch with lake access, Milky Way views, & hot tub - dog-friendly

Brown Bear Lodge

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A fantastic lake retreat awaits you and your loved ones at Brown Bear Lodge! Located in a private, waterfront community, you'll enjoy access to a swimming dock, firepit, picnic tables, a covered gazebo, and a kayak/canoe launch. There's also a boat dock where you can moor your boat during your stay. After spending your days splashing in Deep Creek Lake or exploring the water, head back to the lodge to fire up the gas grill and host a cookout for your favorite people.

You'll also love the home's easy proximity to the best of western Maryland. Within an eight-mile radius, you can explore Wisp Resort, Swallow Falls State Park, Oakland Golf Course, Herrington Manor State Park, and Savage River State Forest.

Inside the lodge, you’ll quickly feel at home in the rustic yet modern ambiance. The living room features a large smart TV and plenty of seating, perfect for movie nights. Steps away, the spacious dining area and fully-equipped kitchen make it easy to prepare and enjoy meals together. The dining tables also lend themselves perfectly to family board game nights.

With four comfortable bedrooms, there's plenty of space for everyone to relax. The home also includes thoughtful amenities for families, such as a Pack-N-Play, baby gates, a high chair, and a private washer/dryer. Additional conveniences include smart TVs and central air-conditioning.

As the day winds down, the perfect way to cap off your adventures is by relaxing on the deck in the private hot tub, enjoying stunning sunset and Milky Way views.

Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 p.m.
Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.
All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.

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.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 6 vehicles.

Dock details: This home has a private dock that guests are welcome to moor their boats at during their stay.



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 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a hot tub or make use of other amenities including gas grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Golfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,677 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 2. Weight limit: 75 lbs each.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

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Adventurer's perch with lake access, Milky Way views, & hot tub - dog-friendly Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

heidi h.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was a beautiful property, lots of room for everyone, a great view of the lake off the deck, a giant hot tub, and fire pit for smores at night. The beds were all comfortable and the kitchen had everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect getaway

We had a wonderful time at this spacious home with a beautiful lawn, gorgeous water views, and easy access to the lake. My teenagers loved having the basement bedroom and family room to themselves, and the rest of us enjoyed the lovely deck, the rooms with water views, and the big family spaces to spread out. It was too cold to swim, but we fished and hung out by the water, explored the close by parks for beautiful waterfall hikes and mini-golf. Altogether a wonderful home and great area for a last minute spring break excursion.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Brian W.

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Ashley M.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024