Cozy Retreat w/ Fire Pit & Multiple Decks

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A hot tub in a wooded area with a wooden cabin in the background.
A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a scenic landscape.
A wooden cabin with a deck, outdoor seating area, and a hot tub.
A pool table in a room with a ceiling fan, a clock, and a door leading to a bathroom.
A two-story log cabin with a balcony on the upper level, stone pillars, and a stone staircase leading to the entrance.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • On-site fitness centre
    A rare find - enjoy convenient access to fitness facilities during your stay.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Spa pool on site
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Swanton, MD
  • Place, Deep Creek Lake State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Deep Creek Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, beach near Narrows Hill
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Lower Level: Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Lower Level: Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Main Level: Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Main Level: Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Lower Level: Jack & Jill Bath

Bathtub or shower

Lower Level: Powder Room

Main Level: Jack & Jill Bath

Shower only

Main Level: Powder Room

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

Swanton

Located in Swanton, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. 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. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and ice skating.
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Map
Swanton, MD

What's nearby

  • Deep Creek Lake State Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Deep Creek Lake - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • beach near Narrows Hill - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Thousand Acres Lakeside Golf Course - 15 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Wisp Resort - 18 min drive - 16.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Black Hawk Coffee + Kitchen - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Rowdy Rooster Bar and Grille - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Honi Honi Bar - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Retreat w/ Fire Pit & Multiple Decks pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cozy Retreat w/ Fire Pit & Multiple Decks?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Retreat w/ Fire Pit & Multiple Decks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Retreat w/ Fire Pit & Multiple Decks?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Retreat w/ Fire Pit & Multiple Decks located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Deep Creek Lake and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Deep Creek Lake State Park. Thousand Acres Lakeside Golf Course and Mount Nebo Wildlife Management Area are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful home in a quiet, neighborhood with all the amenities and accessories needed for a family getaway or group vacation. There are three different decks with seating, a gas grill, an outdoor dining table and the hot tub and firepit. We enjoyed watching the deer play just outside our windows. A few notes - all bedrooms have queen or king beds; none with two twins. Also, both full baths are jack-and-jill style (i.e., shared). The house is across the street from homes that back up to the lake, and you can see a bit of the lake through the trees, but there is no access to the lake within walking distance - you have to drive to the state park or other locations. Also, it's about a 10- to 15-minute drive to various shops, restaurants, etc., and 20 minutes to the biggest grocery store.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2026
Thank you so much for the thoughtful feedback! We're thrilled you enjoyed the outdoor spaces and wildlife—that's truly special. We really appreciate you noting the bed configurations and bathroom layout for future guests; that's incredibly helpful information. You're right that we're nestled in a peaceful, nature-filled setting with convenient access to amenities and attractions nearby. We'd love to have you back for another relaxing retreat! Madison, Railey Vacations
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place!

Clean, cute, and cozy!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 June 2024
Glad to hear that the home was everything you expected and more Rose! Thanks for the review and please come see us again soon! Madison, Railey Vacations
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Satisfied guest

We really enjoyed our time here. Beautiful property. Love all the wildlife
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 June 2024
Always happy to hear that the home was everything you had expected and more! Thanks for the review Vanessa and please come see us again soon! Madison, Railey Vacations
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great family place

We really enjoyed the place. Went on hikes and rented boats. Enjoyed the fire pit. Definitely a place to return to.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2023
Thank you for the review Maureen! We are always happy to hear that everyone had a wonderful tome together and you were able to enjoy a warm camp fire. Please come see us again soon! Madison, Railey Vacations
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice house! Shared bathroom in basement was very clean. Outdoor porch was very convnient for easy grilling and serving.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 August 2025
Thank you for the kind review! We are glad you found the shared bathroom and outdoor porch to be convenient and well-maintained. We appreciate your feedback, as it helps me continue improving the guest experience. Please come see us again soon! Madison, Railey Vacations
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great cozy cabin!

My friends and I had a great stay. Many things to do around the area within 15 minutes of the house. Quiet neighborhood. Great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice

Nice place; quiet, convenient, comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2024
Hi Dane! We are happy to hear that the home was all you had expected and the amenities were well-equipped. We hope to have the chance to rent to you again soon! Madison, Railey Vacations
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful House, Great Location

This house is in a great location, secluded from any noise, yet just a few minute drive to bars, restaurants, mini golf, ziplines, you name it. The house is beautiful, and the company that manages the properties are very accomodating. Highly recommend this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great girls wkend away! The keyless entry worked as designed and the house set up was perfect--so much so that given the weather we were cool chilling at the house instead of venturing out to see the area! We spent time crafting, playing games, catching up, cooking, and hot tubbing! The house was big enough if you wanted space to yourself yet so cozy and comfortable for the four of us to hang out together. The kitchen was much better equipped than your average rental (although a couple tupperware containers for leftovers would be helpful). The furniture was very comfortable and the beds firm but comfy. The hot tub was one of the nicest I've ever used--the cover on it was so easy to open up and close again. We'd definitely stay here again. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 January 2026
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! It's wonderful to hear that you had a great girls' getaway! We'll be sure to pass along your note about the tubberware to the homeowners to consider adding more. We're thrilled you had a cozy and enjoyable time and hope to welcome you back soon. Madison, Railey Vacations
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Deep Lake Delight

Our overall experience with this property was such a delight. The house was very presentable upon arrival. We truly enjoyed the extra amenities such as the hot tub, pool table and the fire pit. The kitchen and outside gas grill made meal preparation pleasurable. The living area was spacious and quite accommodating. It provided us peace of mind to enjoy the multiple activities at the lake. We would certainly entertain returning to the Dragonfly property.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 August 2025
Thank you for the wonderful review of the Dragonfly property. We are delighted to hear that you had such an enjoyable experience and were able to take advantage of the various amenities. Your feedback is greatly appreciated, and we are thrilled that the property provided you with a peaceful and accommodating environment. We would be honored to welcome you back in the future. Madison, Railey Vacations
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Delightful family vacay home

The house is comfortable and roomy. I really liked how open and bright the main floor was, with a choice of upper balconies to relax on. Plenty of kitchen gadgets for cooking as a family. The outdoors amenities (hot tub and fire pit) were lovely. Other than the temporary road closure to 219, the location is convenient to lots of Deep Creek and area activities.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Very fun getaway for a small group of friends

Beautiful house, good amenities could’ve used maybe a few less chairs in a couple more couches. Hot tub was kind of small and did not work for the entirety of our trip, but otherwise it was a fantastic rental
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 January 2024
Hi Griffin! Thank you for the review. We will be sure to pass along this suggestion to the homeowners concerning the couches for consideration for future updates to the home. Otherwise we are glad to hear that the amenities were well equipped and we hope to have the chance to rent to you again in the future! Madison, Railey Vacations
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Amazing home!!

Very secluded on cul de sac and quiet, peaceful. Close to the lake and activities, restaurants. Will definitely come back to Deep Creek!! House had great access, with two bedrooms and one full bath on each floor. Very nice for privacy and separation for kids to play. Loved the guest book, reading of all things to enjoy in the area during our stay. Overall great time! Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2024
Thank you for the wonderful review of your stay at Deep Creek Lisa. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the peaceful and convenient location, as well as the privacy and amenities of the house. Your feedback is greatly appreciated, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Madison, Railey Vacations
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic - Would stay again

We loved this property! It had everything we needed and then some! The pool table was actually good quality with good sticks. Every room had a big smart tv with cable. The downstairs “game room” was so comfy and great to relax and I loved how open the upstairs area was. The picture of the hot tub is a little deceiving, it’s actually closer to the house than what it looks. The mud entry room was very convenient for wet days. The property was also nestled on a dead end road and it was very quiet and peaceful. You can see the lake from the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 January 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review of our property Heath! We are thrilled to hear that you and your family thoroughly enjoyed your stay. It's great to know that the amenities, such as the pool table, TVs, and game room, were a hit. We appreciate your feedback about the hot tub location and the convenient mud entry room. We're glad the peaceful, lakeside setting provided the tranquil atmosphere you were seeking. Your feedback helps us continue to improve the guest experience, and we hope to welcome you back again in the future. Madison, Railey Vacations
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

fun at the lake

The property is great for families, lots of room, lots of beds and bathrooms for a group and clean. The only problem of concern was the lack of garbage bags and where to put the garbage when we were cleaning up. It was also not clear from the instructions if we were to wash all of the sheets and towels or not. Although we washed all dishes, taking care of the linens as indicated would have been a bit difficult time-wise and we could not do so. We may have misunderstood the information? Otherwise... everyone had a great vacation. Thank you to the owners.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location
The house is beautiful and located in a very nice area. In the summer time I am sure this house is amazing and all guest would sleep comfortably. This past weekend we stayed unfortunately it was not pleasant for all guest. The main levels where the fireplace is, the kitchen and dining room was nice and warm and everyone enjoyed but when it was time to go to the first level you could feel the temperature difference. The first level was cold the entire stay. There was no heat coming out of the vents. The people had had to sleep on the two separate bedrooms slept with sweatpants and hoodies along with all the bedding. I wouldn’t recommend anyone to stay here in the winter months unless the heating is fixed for the first level. I would also recommend some of the beds to be updated, some of them were super hard and very uncomfortable. Also bring everything you will need for your stay. They provide limited things, so I would suggest pack it all. If not you will be making a trip to the local grocery store.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 December 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We’re glad you enjoyed the main level and the overall location of the home. We sincerely apologize for the issues you experienced with the temperature on the first level and the comfort of the beds. Your feedback is very important, and we will review the heating system and bedding to ensure future guests have a comfortable stay. We also appreciate your note about bringing supplies, as our goal is always to provide a fully welcoming environment. We value your input and hope to have the opportunity to host you again under improved conditions. Madison, Railey Vacations
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Disappointment at Dragonfly, Gems & Dreams!!!

My three siblings & myself decided to get together for a relaxing & enjoyable sisters trip. We were coming from different states and had not seen each other for nearly a year. Upon arrival we were looking forward to a relaxing & enjoyable experience. However, we unlocked the door and was greeted to filth. We immediately called Railey Vac management office and was told that they WERE AWARE of the horrendously soiled carpet in the lower level and a work order was already put in however, it could not be corrected until after our stay (totally unacceptable). As for the rest of the house it appeared that it had not been cared for as well. Management did send a cleaning crew who stayed for a few hours trying to rectify the problem. They left at approximately 9:00pm. Our 1st day of a three (3) night stay was gone. We tried making the best of a bad situation but because we could not unsee the filth of Dragonfly, Gems & Dreams it was difficult. I have stayed at many vacation rentals and this was my very first unenjoyable experience. The managment company (Railey Vacations) did not remedy this correctly IMO; they failed to realize the gravity of the situation. They did FINALLY agree to a $200 reimbursement which was not enough IMO, especially since they knew of the condition of this property prior to our arrival. I will continue using vacation rentals but no longer through Railey because apparently they think saying "We're sorry to hear of your issues" fixes all.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2025
Thank you for choosing to stay with us Luz! We hope you had a good time with us and please come see us again soon. Madison, Railey Vacations
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