Everything you need to make your Deep Creek Lake vacation memorable begins at Donovan's Dacha. Located in the quiet neighborhood of North Lake, you will find the privacy and serenity that you seek.
You will instantly be won over by the cozy comfort of the Great Room which features glistening hardwood floors, wooden cathedral ceilings and updated and stylish log cabin decor. Add in a massive stone fireplace that will play host too many nights of staying up late catching up with family and friends! The state of the art kitchen provides you with everything you need to whip up a quick lunch or create a fine gourmet meal. Guests of the Primary Suite on the main level will sleep soundly at night on the oversized King bed or they can enjoy a soak in their private jetted tub. Your remaining two bedrooms in the upper level both host large Queen sized beds making this home the ideal choice for a couple's getaway! For the family retreat, the upper level loft makes a perfect hangout for the kids to watch their favorite movies or enjoy some board games.
After an exciting day of skiing and snowboarding at Wisp Resort, located less than a mile away, come home to enjoy a soothing soak in the covered outdoor hot tub. Other evenings, stock up on the marshmallows for a night of roasting and storytelling around the outdoor fire pit.
Close to the state parks, area shopping and dining (some within walking distance), you will love the convenient location while still enjoying the peace and quiet of the community. If you are looking for that true authentic mountain log cabin experience, then Donovan's Dacha is your home. Stop dreaming about Deep Creek and come experience it! Call today!
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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
About the area
McHenry
Located in McHenry, this holiday home is 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.
Funland and Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Station are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing, fishing and skiing.
Deep Creek Lake State Park - 17 min drive - 15.6 km
Getting around
Morgantown, WV (MGW-Morgantown Municipal) - 47 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 9 min drive
Burger King - 17 min walk
Wispers Mountainside Bar - 3 min drive
Casselman Bakery and Café - 8 min drive
UNO Pizzeria & Grill - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Donovan's Dacha | Elegant Cabin + Private Hot Tub pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Donovan's Dacha | Elegant Cabin + Private Hot Tub?
As of 16 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Donovan's Dacha | Elegant Cabin + Private Hot Tub on 5 December 2026 start from NZ$660, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Donovan's Dacha | Elegant Cabin + Private Hot Tub?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Donovan's Dacha | Elegant Cabin + Private Hot Tub?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Donovan's Dacha | Elegant Cabin + Private Hot Tub?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Donovan's Dacha | Elegant Cabin + Private Hot Tub located?
Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Funland and Deep Creek Lake. Wisp Resort and Funland Go Cart Racetrace are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Great location and wonderful cozy cabin. Loved the hot tub and good sized bedrooms.
Kelly K.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 January 2026
Thank you for sharing this kind review. We are glad you enjoyed the location, cabin, hot tub, and bedroom space. We appreciate you staying with us and hope to welcome you again.
Beautiful home, very clean, great location!Host texted us during our stay to be sure we had everything we needed.
Sharon W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 January 2026
Thank you for sharing this thoughtful feedback. It is wonderful to know you enjoyed the home, its cleanliness, and the location. We are glad the communication during your stay was helpful. Your comments mean a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you again in the future.
Very nice weekend. Easy access to lake, wisp, grocery store
Cristyn Z.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 December 2025
Thank you for sharing your positive experience! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the convenient location. We're sorry to hear there were issues with cleanliness and noise. Please know we take this feedback seriously and will address these concerns promptly to improve future stays.
We loved Donovan’s Dacha! Great location and truly a “home away from home.” Everything was as described and we enjoyed every minute. We hope to return in the future!
Overall very nice property, needs a little fixing here and there, some slats/blinds don't work, upstairs sink did not drain properly, placemats and one of the comforters did not appear clean. The house is very nice overall and location was very good!
Kim S.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Stefanie S.
22 August 2018
Beautiful
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Everything was fantastic and we will definitely come back!
Stefanie S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Hi Stefanie Thank you so much for your review of Donovan's Dacha. I am so happy to hear you had a wonderful time and we are looking forward to having you back as our guest again soon! Best wishes, Shelia McCracken General Manager
My wife and I needed an anniversary getaway from work and the kids and this place did just that. The location to the lake, restaurants, shopping, state parks, and activities was excellent. The home was very clean and everything inside and outside the home was very well maintained. The fire pit, hot tub, and the gas fireplace made the trip so relaxing. We really enjoyed this trip and would definitely revisit, even with the kids. Great property.
Darrell G.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Thanks so much for staying with us! I'm glad you enjoyed such a special event at the lake.
Rented the property for a weekend wedding. It was close to everything and the hot tub was a hit. We loved all the games and the large kitchen table. Enjoyed a cozy weekend with the family.
My family and I were happy dancing when we left Donovan's Dacha. It exceeded expectation for what was needed to really relax and we would 100% return to this exact cabin if ownership stays the same, operating exactly as they do. It was clean, easy, efficient and really enjoyable.
Everything was great but the TV system is outdated
Same
v w.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2025
Thank you for your review. We appreciate your feedback.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
28 February 2017
Birthday Getaway
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a really great time. Absolutely loved the house and the fireplace. The cabin was very clean and the perfect size.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Hi Tamika Thank you so much for your review of Donovans Dacha. So happy to hear that you had a wonderful time. We hope that you will come visit us and be our guest again soon! Shelia McCracken General Manager
We found underwear in the dresser drawers. The bathrooms need some work. The code didn’t work and we had to call to have someone come to the house to let us in. Fortunately, a staff member arrived soon after we called.
Sharon F.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Tammy & Chris J.
3 January 2018
Snowy Cold Ski Weekend
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
IT was a cozy comfy rental house....the hot tub was great. A tad hot with the fireplace & heat on... we visit..3 times a year.. loved the snowy weather for tubing and skiing.
Tammy & Chris J.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Thanks, Christopher! Hope you come back and see us!
We very much enjoyed our stay! Home was a great size and very comfortable for five friends to enjoy a holiday weekend away together. Great location, walking distance from the grocery store, and a short drive just across the main road from Wisp resort. Gas fireplace and hot tub were excellent amenities to enjoy. Loved the kitchen! The area experienced significant snowfall prior to our arrival so we were a bit concerned about access to the home, but we found the team had already plowed and shoveled the property when we arrived. Very thankful access was no problem, despite over eight inches of freshly fallen snow. We really enjoyed our time there, and would definitely stay again!
The property was as described and a comfortable house. Unfortunately, we left a bag of board games behind and called the mamagement company Taylormade rental and inquired if they had been found. They reported the games were not found. Disappointing. Our error for missing a bag in the living room, but could have easliy returned for the items.
Sandra K.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Archival
8/10 Good
4 January 2013
NYE trip
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This is a very nice house, however, the hot tub does not work! When a rental house lists that it has a hot tub, I expected it to also work - big disappointment. Also, the air flow is not good. Very hot upstairs and freezing in the master bedroom on the first floor.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Susan, I want to thank you for letting us know. We did find an issue with the hot tub, and we have since had a new one put in its place. Thank you again. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention so that we could resolve it.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Sue S.
7 November 2017
WOODSY, YET CLOSE TO EVERYTHING!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We booked the lovely Donovan's Dacha for our annual book club Autumn trip the weekend of Oct. 20-22, 2017. Everything about this accommodation was perfect. Architecture is beautiful; layout roomy and flowing; kitchen is well equipped; bedrooms spacious and comfortable; plenty of nice bathrooms; front porch and back deck were delightful; and hot tub pristine and relaxing. We had a fire in the outdoor fire pit one evening, and it was so very nice. The location is extremely convenient with a grocery store and large gift store literally within a 2 minute drive or a 5 minute easy walk. We definately would book this great "much more than a cottage" again!! One of the trip's highlights was seeing a black bear walking right down the quiet street! Stunning! We recommend dinner at Dutch's @Silvertree-fabulous...really the best crab cakes around! Look into private yoga with Tina and private massages with Allison through Evergreen Mobile Massage and Amity Holistic Center. Our book club of 8 women LOVED Donovan's Dacha and Deep Creek!
Sue S.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Hi Suzanne, Thank you for the review! It sounds like you ladies had a great trip and really made the most of your time at the lake. I am glad you had everything you needed for a fun and relaxing getaway. See you next year! Thanks again, Stacy
This cabin was perfect for a weekend getaway! College roommates wanting to get away for a few days and this place did not disappoint! Numerous things in walking distance or a short drive. Yard was the perfect size for some yard games and the hot tub was a great way to end the day. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook some meals at home and the house was big enough for plenty of room to relax and play games (at least a dozen games provided by the owners). Highly recommend!
this was a great house in a really nice neighborhood. it was close to everything and it had cellular service. we found that many areas around the lake did not. There were plenty of towels and blankets for the 6 of us. Beds and rooms were nice. The kitchen was stocked with many necessary utensils. Everything worked well except the kitchen faucet. i called maintenance so im sure it will get fixed. The hot tub out front was a hit. We used all amenities except the fire pit. i would definitely recommend this place and stay there again myself.
Maintenance was responsive, but amenities were not working properly or unavailable (hottub and fireplace) and the water heater could not support showers for a family of 5. The home was beautiful and our family still enjoyed our stay and would stay again.