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✩✩ Cozy Lake Escape, Hot Tub, King Bed + Fireplace ✩✩

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A wooden deck with a hot tub surrounded by stone steps, overlooking a forested area.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, and a television mounted above it.
A modern kitchen with dark grey cabinets, a central island with stools, a built-in oven, and a refrigerator.
A kitchen with granite countertops, a stainless steel sink, dark cabinets, wooden beams, and a large window with a view of trees.
A spacious kitchen with a large island, wooden beams on the ceiling, and a stone fireplace.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy a spacious layout that gives everyone more room to relax.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Culinary delights just around the corner
    Guests love the location for its abundance of dining options.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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McHenry, MD
  • Place, Funland
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Deep Creek Lake
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Wisp Resort
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

✩✩ Cozy Lake Escape, Hot Tub, King Bed + Fireplace ✩✩

Welcome to On The Rocks – Where Comfort Meets Chaos (the fun kind)

Just 2 miles from the water (aka where all the fun happens), our 1,650 sq. ft. hideaway is the perfect combo of woodsy peace and “OMG this place has a hot tub!” vibes. Bring the whole crew—friends, family, that one cousin who never unpacks—we’ve got room.

Got pets? Bring ’em! Just add them to your reservation (we love them, but our cleaners don’t want surprise furballs).

Winter guests: Between December and April, you’ll want a 4WD or AWD vehicle unless you’re into slipping and sliding for sport.


Bedrooms Breakdown:
• Master Suite: King bed, smart TV, and a closet inside the bathroom cabinets (yes, it’s weird, yes, it works).
• Guest Room 1: Queen bed, smart TV, good vibes.
• Guest Room 2: Double bunk + trundle = sleeps 5 humans or 47 children (estimated).



Kitchen Shenanigans:
• Island with seating for 4 hungry snackers
• Dining table for 8 dramatic family dinners
• Keurig for caffeine emergencies (pods included, you’re welcome)


Living Room Life:
• 2 couches and a double recliner (dibs on the good seat)
• Smart TV for bingeing whatever show you’re lying about having already seen
• 400 Mbps WiFi—so fast it practically does your taxes


Outside Things:
• Huge yard for frolicking or epic dog walking
• Fire pit for s’mores or intense ghost stories
• 6-person hot tub (or 8 if you’re very, very close friends)
• Pull-down privacy screen—because no one needs an accidental neighbor sighting
• Picnic table, grill, patio furniture, parking for your whole caravan


Bonus! We provide the linens, towels, blankets, and even a washer/dryer—so you can pack like a minimalist (or just re-wear the same hoodie all weekend).

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On The Rocks: Come for the comfort. Stay because you forgot what day it is.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3396795vb
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

About the area

McHenry

Located in McHenry, this holiday home is near theme parks. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Funland and Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Station. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating.
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McHenry, MD

What's nearby

  • Funland - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Funland Go Cart Racetrace - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Deep Creek Lake - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Garrett County Dog Park - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Wisp Resort - 6 min drive - 6.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪UNO Pizzeria & Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Wispers Mountainside Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Brenneman's Store - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ✩✩ Cozy Lake Escape, Hot Tub, King Bed + Fireplace ✩✩ pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at On The Rocks: spa pool, fireplace?

As of 18 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at On The Rocks: spa pool, fireplace on 28 July 2026 start from AU$1,122, 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 ✩✩ Cozy Lake Escape, Hot Tub, King Bed + Fireplace ✩✩?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at ✩✩ Cozy Lake Escape, Hot Tub, King Bed + Fireplace ✩✩?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ✩✩ Cozy Lake Escape, Hot Tub, King Bed + Fireplace ✩✩?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ✩✩ Cozy Lake Escape, Hot Tub, King Bed + Fireplace ✩✩ located?

This family-friendly McHenry holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Deep Creek Lake, Funland and Funland Go Cart Racetrace. Garrett County Dog Park is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, clean, and wonderful amenities. Hot tub and fire place were perfect for the cold nights.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Feb 2026
Thank you very much for your review! You all were amazing guests!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was great. House was clean and hot tub was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Feb 2026
Thank you for your review
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little retreat - easy check in / check out. Perfect location and distance from Deep Creek Lake. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Feb 2026
Thank you for your review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angel H.

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

Wonderful experience

The place was perfect and me and my family truly enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Feb 2025
Thank you for your kind review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

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

Great stay for our family

Open floor plan, fireplace, holiday decor all made our family gathering great! Shannon was very easy to work with; will consider again when we are back in the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Dec 2023
Thank you for your review! You all are welcome back anytime!
Verified

8/10 Good

shirley s.

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

Family Autumn get away

Everything was wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Feb 2025
Thank you very much for your review! You are welcome back anytime!!
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
On The Rocks was a nice place with a roomy kitchen and pretty living room. It could use some cleaning supplies on hand like a broom, and the appliances struggle a bit (e.g. dryer screeching noise, hot water struggles to keep up, sink in master leaks), but nothing that got overly frustrating for a weeklong stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2025
Thank you very much for your review :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cadey M.

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

Deep Creek Lake

Our family loved it here! Location was perfect there were so many good restaurants close by and tons of activities to do all around. The place had everything we needed and the host was so kind, even leaving special touches like chocolates, wine, and a hand written note to welcome us! We would definitely stay again! Thank you (:
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2024
Thank you very much for your review! You all were amazing guests and are welcome back anytime! :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

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

AMAZING STAY!

This stay was absolutely amazing! We had an issue at check-in with dead batteries and the hosts were quick in response and helped us kindly! The house and location made for a relaxing and amazing stay with everything we needed and more! I would say the hosts were the best part of this property, as they were quick to help when needed and checked in about our time and experience while visiting! I cannot say enough thank yous about this whole experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2024
Thank you for the kind words and for being such a pleasure to host!!! Im so happy you loved our home and enjoyed your stay! We hope you’ll come back to stay again!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa P.

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

Loved

The house was wonderful- pretty and clean, also cozy. Shannon was super responsive and kind, always willing to ensure that we had the best experience possible- and we did! We all loved our stay at On the Rocks!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2024
Thank you for your kinda review :) you’re welcome back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raven W.

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

Good stay

The house served its purpose. We had all we needed there. It was in a nice location, about 6 minutes from most things. Very quiet neighborhood it’s in. Really enjoyed the fire pit circle.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ricky F.

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

Nice place to stay

Easy check-in; was clean; plenty of towels/wash rags; hot tub worked great; liked the outdoor lighting (however the timer turned it off early). Recommendations: would be great if you could include some firewood, master bedroom remote did not have batteries. Those were minor, everything else was great. Thank you very much!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2025
Thank you very much for your review :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

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

Deep Creek Vacation

Check-in was a breeze. Great location. Quiet surroundings. Kitchen well stocked. Only small glitch was that our coffee drinkers didn’t realize until the am that most of the keurig pods were decaf. Appreciated the flowers, chocolate, nuts, and wine samples. Hot tub was great. Beds were comfortable. Loved the open floor plan. Also enjoyed the deck and outdoor picnic table.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Feb 2026
Thank you for your review
Verified

8/10 Good

Sherry W.

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

Very peaceful and quiet. Weather wasn’t great but we can’t control Mother Nature

Overall a nice week. Just not much to do . The house was very nice and beautiful being in the woods.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Loralee B.

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

July 4th

The house and property we a perfect size for us. It is in a great location for visiting shop, restaurants and activities for the kids. We watched the fireworks from the shop and save parking lot and had a great view. We would definitely stay here again. Thank you so much for sharing you beautiful home and property with us and allowing us to create family memories.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2024
Thank you very much for your review! You guys were excellent guests!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica H.

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

On The Rocks

We really enjoyed our stay! The weather was overcast and rainy. We played games and enjoyed the hot tub. We had one really good day that we utilized the lake. My husband enjoyed the deck and we all enjoyed the firepit. We will come back, I liked the way it was decorated!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2023
Thank you so much for the review! You and your family were excellent guests and are welcome back anytime!! Hopefully next time you can see a little more sun!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jackie K.

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

Special Celebration

We planned this getaway to celebrate our daughter's 25th Gotcha day. 25 years ago we adopted her. She has brought so much joy to our lives.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2024
That is awesome! You all were fantastic guests and that’s such an amazing celebration!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

On the rocks was wonderful!

My family and I have been to Deep Creek several times. This was by far the greatest experience I’ve had with a renter.The communication second to none. Great property close to everything. You need to be close to, but not too close. Would love to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2024
Thank you very much for your review! You all were amazing guests to host and it would be a pleasure to open our house up to you again! Have a great rest of the year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick D.

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

A True Holiday Treat

We were so excited for our post Christmas family getaway and “On The Rocks” totally delivered. The house was nicely decorated for Christmas, which was a huge plus for everyone. The location is just right, with easy access to shopping and entertainment. One of those vacations where leaving was tough and conversations about when we could come back were already being had. Thank you so much for your hospitality! The Duganclan
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony L.

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

Getaway work-cation

Shannon's property nestled amongst the trees was the perfect backdrop for some remote working for the week (wonderfully strong wifi), while enjoying the peace and quiet in the evenings. A well stocked home from the kitchen and living room to the bath and bedrooms meant nothing was overlooked. Shopping and restaurants are about a 6 minute drive and the hot tub on the back deck provided the perfect end to each day. I'd have zero hesitations about staying here again. Thanks for providing us a home away from home that we could enjoy with our 4 legged fur-baby!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct 2024
Thanks for the amazing review! You were a great guest to host!
Verified

8/10 Good

Brian M.

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

Nice Location!

Nice location close to everything! The place was very clean and had plenty of room. Had a few hiccups with the hot water sulfur smell which was fix in a day!! The other hiccup was the hot tub. Just was not clean to our standards. The owner got the company out to fix but it just honestly needs drained and scrubbed. Owner was very prompt on responding!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Feb 2025
Thank you very much for your review and feedback! We do have a new hot tub that’s been ordered, and apologize about the iron stains. We hope you have a great rest of the year and you’re welcome back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe V.

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

Great Spot

We enjoyed our stay here (2 adults, 2 children under 12yrs old, 1 puppy). The neighborhood has a campground feel, which we liked. It’s quiet and secluded, but it’s also only six minutes from the lake, grocery store, gym, and many attractions for the kids. Check-in and out were super easy. We had zero issues with wifi while running multiple devices. The fire pit and lights hanging from the trees around the deck and pit are a nice touch. So too are the logs cut as benches for sitting around the fire. Thanks for having us, Shannon =)
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Quiet fishing retreat

I am a MD Fly Fishing Guide and I stumbled on to this place when looking for a quality house to rent for a weekend retreat. It was perfect located, for the fly fishing/trout we were looking to do. The house was clean, spacious, inviting, and overall a very good place to stay. They have all the little things from cookware, to linens/towels, toiletries, and more! After a long day on the river it was nice to relax in the hot tub. Shannon was very quick and responsive to any questions I had. I appreciate the note and snacks too. Thanks for allowing us to stay at your wonderful home!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 June 2024
Thank you very much for your review it is very helpful! You were an amazing guests! Have a great rest of the year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie K.

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

Kickback Weekend

This home matched the pictures exactly but even better it’s the small details once you check in. Linens are provided but they are very nice bath towels, each sink has a refillable soap dispenser with great smelling soap, each shower has a bath wash, shampoo and conditioner dispenser, kitchen was stocked with towels, dish rag, new sponge, soap, pods, paper towels, trash bags, living room has lots of games to pick from. I know this may seem silly to most but this just shows a host that took the time to care about the little details just as much as the big ones. Would highly recommend this home. Also host is very polite and quick to answer any questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct 2024
Thank you for your kind review! It was a please to host you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abby J.

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

Super fun Dog Vaca in Deep Creek!

The property was easy to find and access, and in a great location. A quick 8-minute drive to Shop n Save for groceries. We also got coffee and ice-cream from the same plaza. Cherry Creek Trail was just as a close and a lot of fun to hike especially in the snow. The hot tub was serviced the morning of our arrival and provided a relaxing soak after a long afternoon of hiking. We loved the open floor concept. The kitchen had almost everything we needed to prepare meals. The hand soaps at every sink, paper towels, and toilet paper provided were much appreciated. We also loved the outdoor string lights that were on a timer. The host was in contact with us throughout our stay to make sure we were enjoying ourselves and answer any questions we had. We ended up not using the fireplace although I wanted to and got helpful tips from the host just in case. The king size bed was very comfortable! Although the house was recently updated, there were a few things that could use some maintenance. Overall, we were very satisfied with our stay. We had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Feb 2025
Thank you very much for your review! You all are welcome back anytime!

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