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House on the Gwynns Falls

Holiday home in Baltimore

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Amenities
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Location

Very good

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Dryer
Washer
Air conditioning
Water view

Place, Maryland Zoo
Place, Johns Hopkins University
Place, Oriole Park at Camden Yards
Airport, Baltimore, MD (BWI-Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Garden

About this property

House on the Gwynns Falls

NEW INFORMATION: The property only sleeps 5 people comfortably

Welcome to Historic Dickeyville! Once a bustling village with paper and textile mills located within the Baltimore City limits, Dickeyville is named after the last mill owner, William J. Dickey. The Gwynn’s Falls, which once powered these mills, winds its way through the village and is now a scenic place for you to enjoy! Your home-away-from-home sits directly across from the Gwynns Falls river system and offers beautiful views of the surrounding 1,100 acres of natural forest. If you like serene, green habitats, you will love visiting Dickeyville. The property has a large mature perennial garden and front yard, with ample vehicle parking in front of the home as well as a pull in driveway for one car. The gardens are glorious starting in the Spring and provide for a lovely view from inside the home. The upstairs covered porch is a special place which to view the surrounding greenspaces and hear the sounds of the rushing water of the Gwynns Falls. I believe you will enjoy the serenity and country feel of historic Dickeyville, MD! .

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Amenities

Washing machine

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Water view

Outdoor space

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Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights and return the keys

Please do not use the dishwasher-it’s not working right now. I have plastic utensils and paper towel. Thank you

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

I can no longer rent to anyone under 25. There have been incidents of large parties at my home without prior knowledge. This happened twice recently.

VRBO will be notified, along with other local law enforcement if needed.

There is No Smoking on premises, and shoes must be removed after a guest has settled in. I provide cozy thick socks for anyone to use in the house.

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

Long-term renters welcome

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

Property Registration Number STR-129737

About the area

Baltimore

Located on a river, this holiday home is in Wakefield, a neighbourhood in Baltimore. CFG Bank Arena and Merriweather Post Pavilion are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Baltimore Inner Harbor Marina and Baltimore Cruise Terminal. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Oriole Park at Camden Yards or M&T Bank Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Baltimore, MD

What's nearby

Maryland Zoo - 8 min drive - 6.0 km
Johns Hopkins University - 13 min drive - 9.1 km
Baltimore Convention Center - 13 min drive - 9.4 km
Oriole Park at Camden Yards - 13 min drive - 9.8 km
M&T Bank Stadium - 14 min drive - 10.5 km

Getting around

West Cold Spring Station - 7 min drive
West Baltimore Station - 11 min drive
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

‪Lake Trout - ‬6 min drive
‪America's Best Wings - ‬6 min drive
‪China Garden - ‬7 min drive
‪Monaghan's Pub - ‬4 min drive
‪Bryans Chicken - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is House on the Gwynns Falls pet-friendly?

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

How much does it cost to stay at House on the Gwynns Falls?

As of 31 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at House on the Gwynns Falls on 1 Nov 2025 start from AU$383.57, 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.

What time is check-in at House on the Gwynns Falls?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at House on the Gwynns Falls?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is House on the Gwynns Falls located?

Located in Wakefield, this holiday home is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Coppin State University and within 6 miles (10 km) of Johns Hopkins University and Druid Hill Park. Jewish Community Center of Baltimore and Pimlico Race Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).

8.4

Very good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Amber Y.

12 Oct 2025

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

Highly recommend! You would never expect such beautiful scenery in the city. So much history surrounding the street and park. Mary was welcoming and really cares about the guest experience. The landscaping in the front is amazing and really adds to the privacy. We loved our stay!!

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelli H.

26 Aug 2025

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

Convenient and beautiful property for us to stay before departure on cruise ship

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

7 July 2025

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

A house for my Groosmen for my wedding

So thankful the owner was able to increase the amount of visitors from 3-5 when my groomsmen all decided to room together. They had a blast and truly enjoyed their stay. Thank you!

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Y.

22 May 2025

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

Lovely house.

The house was lovely. Beautiful, well-cared for garden. The house is spacious and cozy. The host was absolutely wonderful. The area was beautiful and charming.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

20 May 2025

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

Peaceful Place of Rest

Mary greeted us upon arrival and gave us a tour of the property and any instructions we needed to know and she was very sweet and inviting. The property itself is beautifully landscaped, clean, and quiet. There's a park nearby with a waterfall which blocks out the sounds of surrounding traffic. The bed is very comforable and gave my spouse and I a wonderful night of rest. Overall we would happily stay here again.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Denise R.

2 June 2025

Liked: Check-in, communication

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Confusing Description

Owner lives on site with a common hallway. Listed as having 2 bathrooms, one is located in the common hallway, and it had an overwhelming smell of cat urine. Kitchen whasa major ant problem

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin G.

22 Dec 2024

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

Sweet house and dog friendly in the charming neighborhood of Dickeyville

Mary was great to deal with, very accommodating, and happily welcomed our dog. It was super convenient when visiting dear friends nearby.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Joseph L.

8 Feb 2025

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Dave

Paid extra for persons above two,never did that before.Not mentioned in listing.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

sean o.

24 Sept 2024

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

Fairytale Setting

What a lovely home, hidden away in the woods. The neighborhood is filled with older homes. You'd never guess you were 20 minutes from downtown Baltimore. The host was lovely and very responsive. We will absolutely be back.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Elizabeth S.

29 Sept 2025

Liked: Location

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

The house is very lovely. Yes, it is incredibly old, so I understood the creaky floors. We absolutely adore old homes. The listing itself is, however, inaccurate. The second bathroom is within the shared hallway, which does indeed, smell of urine. The hallway and downstairs of the house smell of urine & mildew. I expected certain things.That wasn't an issue. The issue is with the host/owner. She was extremely adamant that she meet us. I, politely, explained that we check in late, typically as we like to do our own thing. Still, she persisted. The owner came to the house, just to count the number of people and make sure we hadn't brought pets. She told us, "I like to see who all is here and if you brought pets. People bring pets and don't tell me". This was at 7 pm. Honestly, made things very uncomfortable. We paid for the entire house, but her "cleaners" hadn't changed the sheets on one of the beds upstairs nor had the room we slept in been clean. The floors have plaster dust everywhere. She claims that she has cleaners, this is a lie. When we checked out, no cleaners showed. It was simply her, we watched. She lied to us. She claimed that she did not know that the other room had not been made. However, in her messages to me, she stated that she went into the upstairs to turn on HVAC in each room prior to our arrival. She shared that the dishwasher was broken, but she failed to inform us that the dishwasher was full of moldy/food soaked dishes: See below for further review:

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David B.

13 Sept 2024

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

Quiet Baltimore neighborhood by a park and falls

Last thing first - I would recommend and would stay again. Had a nice weekend stay that was far superior to a hotel stay at a comparable cost. Our dog was welcomed, and the park and falls (can hear the falls from the upper patio, very nice) provided a great place to walk. 3 beds and two baths provided plenty of space, kitchen had pans and spices and olive oil, and gardens were wonderfully kept. Mary was a gracious host and answered our questions when we had them. The neighborhood is full of 100-200 year old stone houses with plenty of history, and a very friendly vibe to the area. Great stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jay J.

30 Oct 2025

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

The house was cute. It reminds me of an old rustic style cottage I like the layout and the set up of the house, the original furniture. I don’t like that the bathroom door upstairs did not latch or lock. There was an issue with flickering lights, although it is an old house. Either I did not read all of the description or I was unaware that the host would be on site that was a little awkward, but I get it, but I think it should definitely be in the description when booking.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam D.

9 Sept 2025

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

Enjoyable stay in an awesome location, will come back again!

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke G.

22 Aug 2025

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

Great House! Super Cute and Mary is a great host

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jackie G.

27 July 2025

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

Short stay in Baltimore

Historically located older home with creaky wood floors with lots of windows, I felt like we never really had complete privacy. Beautiful plants surrounded the house and a walking trail and park down the street.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Keisha B.

2 July 2025

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

Stressful and unprofessional

Do not be fooled by this host’s listing. Upon arrival, we were met by an extremely condescending, nasty, and arrogant woman who immediately made us feel threatened and unwelcome. After a long day and a late arrival, we found her inside the property in her pajamas with her dog barking uncontrollably. From the moment we stepped through the door, she began yelling and aggressively questioning us, accusing me of lying and manipulating her booking system.I booked the property according to the number of beds needed for my staff while working a massive event in town, and was fully prepared to pay any additional fees for two extra staff members. Instead of calmly working out a reasonable solution, the host chose to humiliate and degrade us with harsh words, an unprofessional attitude, and outright hostility.We had no intention of spending time in her home beyond sleeping a few hours each night, given our 16-hour workdays. Unfortunately, she treated us as if we planned to destroy her home, leaving us deeply uncomfortable, unsafe, and completely unable to relax.In the middle of the night, with the city fully booked for the event, we were forced to scramble to find hotel rooms, spending 800 on three rooms the first night and another 600 the following night. This nightmare of a host turned what should have been a simple, professional stay into an experience filled with stress, fear, anxiety, and even depression.I would never recommend this property to anyone. No one deserves to

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn C.

8 June 2025

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

weekend trip to Baltimore

Host is extremely pleasant. Quiet cozy neighborhood. Nice porches.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa C.

19 May 2025

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

A lovely weekend getaway

Mary was an amazing host along with her dog Frankie who was a joy to get to meet! It was the perfect place to enjoy a cousin weekend vacation. I look forward to future visits as seeing how the gardens grow over time.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elena P.

30 Apr 2025

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

short but lovely stay

Mary's place is very nice, homey and in a pretty neighborhood. She has a cottage behind the property & is around & ready to help out. We had a very short but lovely stay.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Colleen M.

30 Mar 2025

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

Weekend getaway

The house is a gem. Very unique older home. Very comfortable and welcoming. Renovations are almost complete. The house is pet friendly. The location is perfect if you enjoy hiking trails, friendly neighbors and a view of the falls.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

S J.

18 Jan 2025

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

Women's getaway retreat

Mary was a very gracious host and very accommodating when we added a 6th person at the last minute. She was always very responsive when I messaged her and greeted us with a warm welcome when we arrived. The house is a beautiful historic home tucked away in quiet neighborhood

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia S.

30 Dec 2024

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

Great Stay in Historic Village

We needed a getaway near Baltimore so we could visit some family and attractions. The location was easy to navigate to and is nestled in a historic village. We enjoyed the ambiance of the house and the host made sure we were comfortable. We highly recommend this stay to anyone who enjoys a unique and quiet getaway. We particularly enjoyed listening to the nearby waterfall from the upstairs balcony. The house was clean and stocked with necessities. We would love to return as we found many places in nearby Catonville that we would like to come back to someday soon. The host was great with communication and made us feel welcome.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth f.

27 Dec 2024

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

Charming

The host was extremely friendly, meeting us inside and walking us through every aspect of the house. The home was charming, tidy, and full of lovely details. The beds were quite comfortable -- one bedroom is on the first floor and two others are upstairs. The host lives in an attached cabin, so was available to answer any questions or address any needs.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Dawuan L.

7 Dec 2024

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

Terrible

Kicked us out for the amount of people that was staying

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita S.

23 Oct 2024

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

Delightful Stay

Mary's home is lovely! She is welcoming and kind and the check-in process is simple. I would stay at the home in the future.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Mary Elizabeth Scarpa

Living within Baltimore City, I never would have believed there could be a park almost as large as Central Park in NY and contain the historic village of Dickeyville. Having always lived in cities, finding this space in the forest has turned city living into a nature conservatory. I hope this is something that makes you want to return to Baltimore again and again for visits to "the forest within the city", and the village of Dickeyville, in Baltimore MD. The House on the Gwynn’s Falls sleeps 5 people comfortably.

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

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10/10 Excellent

Amber Y.

Amber Y.

10/10 Excellent

Kelli H.

Kelli H.

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

A house for my Groosmen for my wedding

Daniel R.

10/10 Excellent

Mary Y.

Lovely house.

Mary Y.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Peaceful Place of Rest

Jennifer H.

4/10 Poor

Denise R.

Confusing Description

Denise R.

10/10 Excellent

Robin G.

Sweet house and dog friendly in the charming neighborhood of Dickeyville

Robin G.

6/10 Okay

Joseph L.

Dave

Joseph L.

10/10 Excellent

sean o.

Fairytale Setting

sean o.

4/10 Poor

Elizabeth S.

Elizabeth S.