The Pines | Log Home, Wooded Setting!

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A log cabin with a covered porch and a fenced area.
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden ceiling, a television, a fireplace, and a comfortable seating area.
A cozy room with a plaid-patterned sofa, a blue armchair, a wooden bench, and a small table with a lamp.
A cozy cabin interior with a fireplace, wooden furniture, a television, and a ceiling fan.
A wooden deck with a railing, surrounded by trees, and featuring white plastic chairs and a table.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Deep Creek Lake State Park

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Living area

Explore the area

View map
Swanton, MD
  • Place, Deep Creek Lake State Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Narrows Hill
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Deep Creek Lake
    ‪19 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Main Level Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Main Level Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Upper Level Bedroom

3 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Main Level Hall Bath

Upper Level Half Bath

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

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About the area

Swanton

Located in Swanton, 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. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including fishing, golfing and skiing.
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Map
Swanton, MD

What's nearby

  • Deep Creek Lake State Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • beach near Narrows Hill - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Deep Creek Lake - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Wisp Resort - 17 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Ohiopyle State Park - 57 min drive - 62.1 km

Getting around

  • Hagerstown, MD (HGR-Hagerstown Regional) - 123 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Black Hawk Coffee + Kitchen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mountain State Brewing Co. - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Rowdy Rooster Bar and Grille - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Pines | Log Home, Wooded Setting! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Pines | Log Home, Wooded Setting!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Pines | Log Home, Wooded Setting!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Pines | Log Home, Wooded Setting!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Pines | Log Home, Wooded Setting! located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Deep Creek Lake State Park and Deep Creek Lake. Thousand Acres Lakeside Golf Course and Mount Nebo Wildlife Management Area are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

8.2/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Rustic cabin, great location

Just far enough off the beaten path for quiet privacy yet close enough to the lake that everything is just minutes away.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute

Cute place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2023
Thanks so much! I am glad you had a good time and enjoyed the home.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great Location

My wife and I overall enjoyed our four day stay. The house was clean, well lite (not a given with many rental properties), and close to the lake and hiking trails (about a five minute walk). Several minor items: there is no washer and dryer, the main bathroom tub needs a rubber mat, and the TV/cable needs specific operating instructions, as we could not figure out the setup (we ended up streaming to our PC).
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Cob webs

Would have been nice if the cleaning service got rid of the cobwebs in doorways and checked for spiders
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jun 2025
Thank you for your feedback.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Great setting close to the park

We are a family of 4 with 2 young kids (4 and 2). This home was perfect for us. The large deck was great for the kids to play on and there was plenty of room upstairs for them to sleep and play. We cooked out each night on the grill and even used the grill for s'mores. Having Internet helped us plan our day's adventure on the trails since we were not familiar with the area. The property had pretty much everything we needed as far as dishes, cooking utensils, and other odd and ends. I would definitely recommend this home if looking to get away for a while. We plan to come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Unbeatable location, spare amenities

We liked this place, you should just be prepared for what you're getting. Like a lot of properties at Deep Creek, there's not really a serious central air system, so the cabin was a little warm and muggy when we arrived. Running the fans and opening the windows helped. This place also does not have a dishwasher or a dryer, which for a family of five with young kids was a bigger challenge. Next time we'll know to be prepared with extra towels and paper goods.That said, the location is fantastic, a short walk to the lake beach and discovery center, as well as the "Merc", a 24 hour help yourself mini mart.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
When we arrived the house has a very pungent smell, like urine. I believe this was due to the septic. We opened the windows and air it out and it was ok but after that it was strong sent of air fresheners. As someone easily prone to headaches, this was an issue. This was definitely a log cabin and I didn't expect a hotel room type situation but the house was a bit cobwebby and susty. We could never get get the TV to work.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2025
Thank you for your feedback.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Cabin just ok

The cabin had many problems. There was a damp or musty smell from the time we opened the door. The bathroom was less than clean with dust and grunge around the sink faucets. All facilities in there were dark brown in color so it was hard to tell if they were clean. The sink countertop was dusty and stained. Most of the living room was dusty. All tv, vcr, DVD player, etc. we're just on a large table in a corner. The directions for the tv did not match the remotes provided so we never got the satellite tv programming. No blinds were on any of the windows. All the furniture and curtains were dated. However the check in and check out was very easy. There is nothing in the kitchen in the way of spices, including salt and pepper, foils, plastic wrap , etc were provided so bring your own. The tableware (plates, bowls, etc) were plastic or melamine and extremely dated. I've stayed in nearly 20 cabins in Ohio, Maryland and West Virginia and this one would rank in the lower end of all of them. Overall, it was a disappointing stay for the price. Lower quality but good location, good parking.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2023
Thank you for taking the time to review your stay. I apologize for any issues with cleanliness or electronics. This is not our typical standard for housekeeping, and I've passed this along to the manager of that department. I hope that you will give us the opportunity to provide you with a better experience in the future.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

The dust on the fans/ceilings/windows left a feeling of neglect

The surfaces of the home were clean. Counters/bathtub ect. However layers and layers of dust and cobwebs were on the window latches, on all of the fans, on the ceiling in the kitchen, on the outlet over the stove, in all of the corners, on the baseboard heaters. Overall the feeling was years of things not being done. We are fine being in an outdated home, we are fine with a few bugs/spiders. I feel that this home needs a good cleaning in all of the nooks to bring this home back to glory. Again, the general state of the home was clean, I felt the sink/counters/table ect were clean...the rest not so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend WISP ski trip

Cabin was perfect. Quick weekend getaway to get some skiing in at Wisp. Beautiful setting. Very cozy when the temps dropped outside.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2023
Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great winter ski getaway

Nice private retreat. Plenty of room for the whole family!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2023
Thanks so much for staying with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice Cabin

Nice place for family getaways. We will definitely visit again
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2023
Thank you for staying with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Extended weekend getaway

Very nice and convenient to all areas of Deep Creek. Very cute place
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2023
Thanks so much for staying with us!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Hiking Trip

Enjoyed the cabin. I liked the vintage decor. Had everything we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Pines

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very good but with no air if it had been hot it would have been tough
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2023
Hi Richard Thank you so much for your review of The Pines. 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! I am also glad that the temperature was cool enough for you while you were here. We are lucky it normally doesn't get too hot at Deep Creek. On behalf of our entire Taylor-Made team, thank you for your business and allowing us to serve you during your vacation. Best wishes, Shelia McCracken
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very 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: The property lived up to our expectations and the location was excellent.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2023
Hi Robert, Thank you for the review! I am glad you were happy with The Pines and that the location worked well for you. We appreciate the recommendation and hope to see you soon! Thanks again, Stacy
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Nice place but could use some changes.

Rating Details: The property manager was very 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 recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We stayed the coldest 3 days and the base board heat couldn't keep up. the house wasn't much above 60 degrees. We tried moving the thermostats but they didn't help. I love the location and all the parking.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2023
Hi Frank! Thank you for your review. It was extremely cold while you were here and I do apologize that the electric baseboard heat wasn't able to keep up. The owners do provide a wood stove for your use for this reason. In the future if you ever have any issues please let us know and we will do all we can to help you. We do home that you come back and see us. Regards, Lisa
Archival

8/10 Good

Good

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a nice stay at "The Pines" the cabin was in a nice quiet area which we were happy about but not to far from town. The property description was accurate, however, I was advised to use the taylor made app and due to length of time from when I booked it and vacation was here the app was much misleading. According to the app there was a hot tube and washer and dryer. The only thing I would tell other guests are the beds do not seem to be queens and are very uncomfortable. When arriving to the cabin it seemed clean and well-maintained however there were spider webs everywhere. We over all had a great stay other than the few things.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2023
Hi Brianne! Thank you for your review of The Pines! I do apologize that the app was misleading I will see what we can do to make it more user friendly. I will make sure the mention to the owner about the beds and I will pass your comments about housekeeping to the appropriate department. Please let me know if you need anything else! Regards, Lisa
Archival

6/10 Okay

Pines review

Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. 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: The pines is a nice property at a reasonable price. However, when we arrived at 10pm on Friday night, there was no key in the lock box. We had to wait outside for almost an hour for a key. The night emergency folks did their job, but someone should have verified that the key was in place prior to our arrival. In addition, the refrigerator did not work. On our first day we noticed that. Our food was not cold enough, but we weren't sure the fridge didn't work, as the cold food we put into the fridge Friday night made it seem like the fridge was working a bit. By Sunday morning some of our food was spoiled, but we were leaving anyway. Taylor Made was aware of both of these issues and I'm surprised that no one has called to apologize or otherwise compensate me.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2023
Hi Jodi, Thank you for taking the time to review your stay. I am glad you liked the property overall. I apologize for the issues you experienced. I have passed this along to our customer service manager so that she can reach out to you to discuss this further. Best, Stacy
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Girls Weekend

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 stayed at The Pines for a weekend in early October 2016 and the house was perfect for us! Everything was clean and we had no issues while staying here. I would absolutely rent The Pines again.
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