Perched along the water, this vacation home features 8 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms, accommodating 18 guests. It includes 1 hot tub and a patio for outdoor enjoyment. Enjoy activities like motorboating and fishing while taking in lake views. Golf and skiing are also nearby, along with attractions like Deep Creek Lake and Funland.
Highlights
Room to spread out
Enjoy a spacious layout that gives everyone more room to relax.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Plan a truly unforgettable gathering at Heart's Desire, a spacious log home built for vacationing on a grand scale. Tucked on a quiet cove of Deep Creek Lake, this waterfront retreat comfortably sleeps large groups and multi-family reunions in style — with room to spread out and plenty of reasons to come back together.
The great room's floor-to-ceiling windows frame breathtaking views of Deep Creek Lake and the slopes at Wisp Resort, setting the scene for morning coffee or evening wind-downs. The kitchen comes fully equipped with double the appliances — two fridges, two ovens, two dishwashers — so cooking for a crowd is a breeze, not a bottleneck. Soak away the day in one of the two private hot tubs, or head down to your own boat slip for an afternoon on the water.
Sleeping arrangements offer privacy for everyone: a main-level primary suite with a king bed and deck access, two upper-level primary suites (king and queen), a mother-in-law suite with an ensuite bath, and four lower-level queen bedrooms, two with direct patio access. Every bedroom includes its own tv. Downstairs, the family room delivers cozy movie nights by the fire and a full-size pool table for friendly competition.
Whether you're swimming, fishing, and boating in summer or skiing, snowtubing, and ice skating just five minutes away in winter, there's something here for every age and interest. Shops, restaurants, and golf all nearby, and free wifi keeps everyone connected.
With space, comfort, and unbeatable lake views, Heart's Desire is where your group's next favorite memory begins. Book your stay today!
If your rental is listed as having a Boat Dock as an amenity provided with this property, this is subject to weather conditions, water levels, and other natural factors.
*Please Note: A 4WD vehicle is required in winter months (November - March).
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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
About the area
McHenry
Located in McHenry, this holiday home is on the waterfront. 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.
Looking to get your feet wet? Power boating and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
Adventure Sports Center International - 8 min drive - 6.6 km
Deep Creek Lake State Park - 16 min drive - 15.3 km
Getting around
Morgantown, WV (MGW-Morgantown Municipal) - 45 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 8 min drive
Black Hawk Coffee + Kitchen - 17 min walk
Burger King - 8 min walk
The Rowdy Rooster Bar and Grille - 10 min drive
Honi Honi Bar - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Heart's Desire | Lakefront, Hot Tub, Billiards pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Heart's Desire | Lakefront, Hot Tub, Billiards?
As of 20 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Heart's Desire | Lakefront, Hot Tub, Billiards on 21 Sept 2026 start from AU$2,930, 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 Heart's Desire | Lakefront, Hot Tub, Billiards?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Heart's Desire | Lakefront, Hot Tub, Billiards?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Heart's Desire | Lakefront, Hot Tub, Billiards?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Heart's Desire | Lakefront, Hot Tub, Billiards located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Deep Creek Lake and Wisp Resort. Funland Go Cart Racetrace and Garrett County Dog Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
8.0
Very good
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Everything was great. Check in was easy and the amenities at the property was as advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2025
Thank you for your positive feedback! We're glad to hear your check-in was smooth and the amenities met your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you again soon.
Staying here was amazing! All the appliances worked, the hot tubs were great, and the cabin has such a great "open" feel with windows facing Wisp Mountain. There's a Liquor/Beer/Wine store nearby, as well as a grocery store stocked with everything you may need.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Christopher S.
14 Mar 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Heart's Desire
House is in need of updating. Lack of adequate heat in lower level made for uncomfortable nights for guest in lower level. Lower level gas fire place needs attention for easier lighting. Pool table had a tear in the felt and no tips on clue sticks.
Heart’s Desire was an amazing location. So close to Wisp, local stores, restaurants, etc. the view of fantastic. We loved that the house was equipped with two of every appliance- so helpful for a house full of people! The kitchen had good quality pots and pans and plenty of silverware, dishes, etc. We were hesitant about booking due to less than stellar reviews about temperature in the home- and I would say that was a bit of an issue for us. The first floor (which had 4 bedrooms) was freezing. There were space heaters in each room and they helped a bit. The house in general was super drafty, it “leaked like a sieve” as my husband said. On the other hand, the upper bedrooms were super hot. We were either hot or cold- had a hard time moderating the temp! The bathrooms were clean but definitely older. Couches and rugs were old and worn but good enough. All in all I’d say the home was “good enough.” The scenery, size, kitchen and general amenities and the location were perfect. If it were my home to rent out, I’d get new rugs and couches asap and try to do something about the thermostat. Maybe it needs two zones. I don’t know. That first level was icy cold!
Lakeside was great....house problems made living there difficult!
Heart's Desire is a large home and could be wonderful. We had several problems from day 1 with toilets (3 of the toilets). The house is not maintained well. Doorhandles fell off. The wax ring around the one toilet needed replaced after the initial fix did not work....and then the toilet still leaked with the new wax ring! The "well equipped kitchen" had many of the dishes we needed but did not have enough silverware for the 15 of us. Little things like pot holders and towels were not provided. Our family adjusted and had a fun week with each other on the lake and doing things in the area. It could have been better if the above mentioned problems had not plagued us. We had repairmen at the house 4 times. We will not rent this house again unless we are assured that there are many improvements made. We expected more for the price.