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Family vacation on a farm near Washington DC, Baltimore, Gettysburg.

Family-friendly holiday home in Mount Airy

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Exterior detail
View from the porch looks at the farm. Watch the deer and horses.
Living Room with 2nd TV & VCR (TV & VCR also in Family room)
Master Bedroom of this Maryland vacation rental
master bedroom of this Maryland vacation rental

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10223.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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  • Place, Adventure Park USA
  • Place, Linganore Winecellars
  • Place, Carroll Creek Linear Park
  • Airport, Gaithersburg, MD (GAI-Montgomery County Airpark)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Family vacation on a farm near Washington DC, Baltimore, Gettysburg.

Up to 40% discount for weekly rentals for up to 8 guests!! Above All Else @ Windsong is situated in a quiet corner of Windsong Arabians Mayland horse farm. Bring your own horse(s) or watch ours graze alongside the deer as you sit on the porch and enjoy the view! (A corral suitable for four compatible horses is included in this vacation rental.)
This vacation home is perfect for small family reunions or gatherings, as well as for ACCOMMODATIONS for your wedding party, graduations, retreats, and celebrations of any sort. (We do not accommodate weddings, receptions, parties, ETC. Maximum # of guests on the property is 10.)
Above All Else is centrally located to Washington D.C., Baltimore, Harper's Ferry, Ellicott City, Hagerstown, and Gettysburg.
The house has four bedrooms, three full baths, a fully-equipped kitchen/dining area, a living room, TV room, and laundry room -- as well as a front porch and a rear deck. We supply the linens and towels.


There are 5 golf courses closeby. Also, nearby, there are 2 state parks with lakes. In Harper's Ferry there's a river for tubingor white water rafting! Go to a wine fest (our neighbors, Linganore Wine Cellars) or shopping. Or just stay 'home' and sit on the porch or the deck!


Above All Else, you'll love the peace and quiet!

Linens and things: Thanks, but we prefer and request that you allow us to wash our own linens. If there is a need for more towels or linens than are available in the house, just call us and we will provide you with additional linens and towels. We have stain treatments and peroxide available to treat stains/blood before they are laundered by us.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Stairs/steps; children are considered guests.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
$20/night/dog cleaning fee ... dogs only.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking permitted outside only.
Our own contract is required to confirm a reservation and a signed copy must be submitted to the host. Maximum reservation is 2 weeks.
Smoking permitted outside using ashtrays. More than 5 adults and/or children/infants are considered EXTRA guests.

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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mount Airy

Located in Mount Airy, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Monocacy National Battlefied and Schifferstadt are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Linganore Winecellars and West Winds Tennis and Fitness Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Adventure Park USA, or check out an event or a game at Harry Grove Stadium. Water tubing and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.
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Mt Airy, MD

What's nearby

  • Adventure Park USA - 10 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Linganore Winecellars - 10 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Carroll Creek Linear Park - 19 min drive - 24.4 km
  • Francis Scott Key Mall - 21 min drive - 27.2 km
  • Fort Detrick - 23 min drive - 34.1 km

Getting around

  • Frederick Station - 23 min drive
  • Gaithersburg, MD (GAI-Montgomery County Airpark) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪New York J & P Pizza - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mount Airy Inn - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family vacation on a farm near Washington DC, Baltimore, Gettysburg. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Family vacation on a farm near Washington DC, Baltimore, Gettysburg.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family vacation on a farm near Washington DC, Baltimore, Gettysburg.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family vacation on a farm near Washington DC, Baltimore, Gettysburg.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family vacation on a farm near Washington DC, Baltimore, Gettysburg. located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Linganore Winecellars, West Winds Golf Club, and West Winds Tennis and Fitness Center. Watkins Dog Park and Carroll Hospital Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 91 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 91 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 91 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 91 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 91 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen K., FREDERICK

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

Great stay!

We loved our weekend at this beautiful and friendly horse farm! Sue and Jim were wonderful and we were so comfortable in this house!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Terrific

This was a peaceful, pretty spacious location ideal for hanging out with family and celebrating a nephew’s wedding.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

G R.

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

Excellent Stay

We had a great stay at Above All Else Windsong. Sue was fantastic! She put up a Christmas tree for us and made sure the house was spotless. She was very communicative before we arrived and even flew the Texas flag for us. We really appreciated Sue's hard work and attention to detail. We would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Donna L.

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

Almost Heaven

Loved the setting of this property. Everything we needed to prepare and serve Thanksgiving dinner was available. They missed the mark on the beds which were all extremely uncomfortable and made it difficult to sleep for all guests. If beds were changed we would book here every year.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann H.

Great place for a family get together

This was a great place for our adult children and us to get together for a family wedding. The house was spectacularly clean, the rooms were as they were described and the location was beautiful. There were horses in every field kicking up their heels and putting on a show for us charmed spectators. Jim and Sue were easy to work with and made us feel at home. This was a perfect place to relax and enjoy life.

10/10 Excellent

Peg H.

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

Thanksgiving weekend

The house is just lovely, country setting and furnishings. Rooms were comfortable and furnished perfectly for the setting. The home was immaculate, and had all the necessities you would need - including individual shampoo and conditioner for those who (me) forgot to bring their own. The kitchen is stocked with whatever you would need to prepare and serve a meal. A true delight!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

A little slice of heaven

Beautiful property nestled in the rolling hills of Maryland. Very peaceful and serene. Far from the noise and traffic but close enough to shopping and restaurants. Bedrooms and baths set up well. Scenery is awesome. Feeding the horses carrots was fun. Just hanging out on the front porch is nice and relaxing. Host welcomed us then left us to ourselves. We didn’t need anything that wasn’t already provided. Just an overall wonderful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

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

Amazing House, and great hosts

We visited the Mt Airy area for my wifes birthday. She loves horses, and it was a no brainer for me to book our stay with Sue and Jim at Windsong Arabians. Checkin was smooth, and Sue and Jim were great. The house was perfect. Clean and spacious. We had a great time on the property hanging out with the horses. At night the property was peacceful, and allowed for a very relaxing time. We look forward to booking another trip to Mt Airy, and our only choice to stay will be with Sue and Jim. Thank you very much
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

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

A Peaceful Haven Above All Else

Our stay at “Above all Else at Windsong” was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted by the immaculate house and well-maintained surroundings that immediately made us feel at home. The tranquility of the location provided a much-needed peaceful retreat. Sue Doll, the owner, was incredibly friendly and welcoming, adding a personal touch to our stay that was greatly appreciated. Her quick responses to our inquiries ensured that we had everything we needed, making our experience smooth and enjoyable. It’s rare to find a place that truly feels like a home away from home, and “Above all Else at Windsong” achieves this with ease. We highly recommend it to anyone looking for a peaceful getaway in a beautiful setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

CONSTANZA H., Mclean, VA

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

Windsong Gateway - Fall Oasis in MD

The property is an oasis of peace, beautiful vegetation, hills, Farm stables, horse Boarding, Equestrian- very nice indoor riding arena, amazing Arabian Horses. The owners ( Sue & Jim Doll) horses lovers, make available their property with all complementary details including a nice Red wine bottle. Even during a rainy night we lost power and in question of 5 minutes they started their generator to keep going on the fridge, and safe our food, water pump, and happy our children until the power outage was solved. Very relaxing location with 15 to 25 minutes, 10 great restaurants, we'll love to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nancy F.

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

Perfection!

The setting is beautiful and peaceful. The home is warm and cozy. It was definitely a home away from home. A perfect location. relaxing and rural yet convenient and not far from town. We would definitely recommend it. We stayed for our daughters wedding, it was a perfect place to get ready and the photos were amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen G.

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

Windsong

We loved staying in this country home on a horse farm. Susan and Jim are wonderful hosts. They were kind enough to let us weary travelers check in early. Jim invited our granddaughter to help him feed the horses and walk one to a stable. She loved the experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

A Great Fall Getaway

We were in town visiting family for a few days and had a wonderful stay at the farm. The beauty of the property is breathtaking and you'd be hard pressed to find a more spectacular view from the spacious front porch. Sue and her husband have thought of everything here to make the stay comfortable and complete. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory C.

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

Peace and solitude

Perfect place to rest, relax, read, whatever you want to do there. Central to many historic areas; 45 minutes to Gettysburg, 60-90 minutes to DC, 50-60 to Antietam, central to many others. Owners are awesome and very helpful. Place has about everything you need. Lots of wineries, breweries, restaurants, groceries within 20 to 30 minutes.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Sally C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

House in time warp

The house was nice size for our family gathering, 4 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms. However, we did not know one of the bathrooms is a shared bath between 2 bedrooms. And that another bathroom is in the , I presume “primary “ bedroom but the bed is only a full. A little crowded for 2 adults when a queen would have been more appropriate for a primary. The living room & TV room were filled with broken down old furniture from the 60’s/70’s- hence the time warp. All was uncomfortable and difficult to get in & out of. The beds were uncomfortable also. It was nice to have a big dining room, a laundry ( but no detergent provided), a nice porch and back deck. But a useable grill would have been nice. Also would have been convenient to have 1 roll of paper towels since we started our week stay with a third of a roll and ran out quickly especially with kids. The house was clean and the only odor was from the smoking area in the garage. But definitely a trip back in time. 70’s Show!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arnold B.

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

Beautiful & picturesque with a perfect fit

It is and was a perfect fit for the whole family including the family dogs. Host was extremly cordial and the home was very comfortable, the seen from the outdoor porch was breathtaking. I highly recommend a long week or long weekend for a family get away!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie J.

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

Johnson wedding

Very relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina H., Newmanstown, PA

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

Small slice of heaven

This tucked away abode was incredibly hospitable. Situated in the remote countryside, you never have to worry about traffic. Private gated entrance made sure we weren’t disturbing the owners when we went about our business. Our kids adored the horses and the ability to help out with farm chores. They’ve already begged me to take them back. Our dogs even enjoyed their time there which was a last minute addition to our trip. Early morning tea or coffee on the porch is a must as you watch the horses.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judyth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay in the country with all the modern amenities. Peaceful and very homely
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Virginia M.

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

Beautiful farm

Very simple
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

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

Absolutely Beautiful Property!!

Such a beautiful property!! The house was super clean and was perfect for attending our brothers wedding at the winery. Jim and Susan could not be any nicer...they were both so wonderful and kind. Thank you and we hope to be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Connie F.

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

Feizet/Carmel family vacation

Our family of 9 thoroughly enjoyed our week at " the farm". Our 3 grandsons could not get enough of the barn and beautiful horses. We were able to relax and just be together. The house was spotless and very well appointed. Jim and Sue could not have been nicer. Our oldest grandson had his first riding lesson with Sue! We hope to come back soon! Connie Feizet
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Wonderful

Sue was wonderful to work with. We stayed over Easter weekend, got to participate in farm activities, and was able to have a late checkout so we could enjoy our Easter activities and meal before leaving
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margie U.

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

Wedding weekend

This is a beautiful peaceful property. We loved sitting on the porch watching the horses and looking for bluebirds. The house is very well equipped and spotless. We also enjoyed walking the trails of the adjacent Audibom sanctuary. It was a perfect place for our family to stay to attend a nearby wedding.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bonna W.

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

Very well kept home

My husband and I were having some work done on our home and had to be out of our house last minute, we found this home on Vrbo and the owner were very accommodating and easy to work with on such short notice. The house was very well maintained and so clean. The only reason I gave the check in process 4 out or 5 was the drive down the lane to check in was a long dirt road and so muddy (it was raining on check in day), it would have been better to check in at the rental house, which was at a different address. Overall I would recommend these owners and the house to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

About the host

Hosted by Sue Doll

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This house was originally designed for Jim's parents... bedroom and bathroom downstairs and 3 bedrooms upstairs for family overnights. Our youngest daughter then lived in the house for 2 years, married and bought a home of their own. We have been renting this house for vacation stays since 2002. We have had guests from just about every state in the Union and from many countries. We enjoy meeting new folks and sharing the house and the farm.

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