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Highland Retreat | Incredible Lakefront, Deck

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A spacious living area with a high ceiling, large windows, a stone fireplace, and a cozy seating arrangement.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a ceiling fan, and large windows with curtains.
A staircase with a wooden handrail, carpeted steps, and a view of the outdoors through a large window.
A wooden deck with a pergola, metal chairs, and a view of a forested area.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a ceiling fan, and a television.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Deep Creek Lake
Sleeps 14•5 bedrooms•6 beds

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Oakland, MD
  • Place, Deep Creek Lake
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Lower Deep Creek Heritage Conservation Fund Site
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Wisp Resort
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Morgantown, WV (MGW-Morgantown Municipal)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Lower Level Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Lower Level Family Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Main Level Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upper Level Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Upper Level Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Upper Level Primary Suite

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Lower Level Hall Bath

Main Level Hall Bath

Upper Level Hall Bath

Upper Level Primary Bath

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Highland Retreat | Incredible Lakefront, Deck

Mountain memories start here! Highland Retreat is a marvelous 5 bedroom lakefront home that combines elegant decor with a bevy of fun amenities.

Located on the western end of the lake, you and your guests will love cooling off on hot summer days by swimming and splashing from your very own private dock.

Spacious cathedral ceilings, large windows and a spectacular stone fireplace create the perfect warm ambience for gathering in the Great Room. Enjoy a game of billiards in the lower level or take a relaxing soak in the steamy outdoor hot tub.

Evenings will be enjoyed at the water's edge as you hang out around the outdoor fire pit making s'mores and sharing stories of the days adventures.

Enjoy peaceful morning strolls around the hiking trail that loops around the lake's edge. Conveniently located near area golfing and hiking and biking, this home also offers enough seclusion to give you the privacy you seek. Call today to begin planning your next Deep Creek stay in the dazzling home known as Highland Retreat.

For your convenience, this home offers free wifi.

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.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 715059vb
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
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 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. Funland and Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Station are also worth visiting. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Map
Oakland, MD

What's nearby

  • Deep Creek Lake - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Lower Deep Creek Heritage Conservation Fund Site - 5 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Wisp Resort - 15 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Deep Creek Lake State Park - 27 min drive - 23.2 km
  • Ohiopyle State Park - 60 min drive - 59.6 km

Getting around

  • Morgantown, WV (MGW-Morgantown Municipal) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Black Hawk Coffee + Kitchen - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪UNO Pizzeria & Grill - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Wispers Mountainside Bar - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Highland Retreat | Incredible Lakefront, Deck pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Highland Retreat | Incredible Lakefront, Deck?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Highland Retreat | Incredible Lakefront, Deck?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Highland Retreat | Incredible Lakefront, Deck located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Deep Creek Lake, Youghiogheny Wild River Natural Environmental Area and Lower Deep Creek Heritage Conservation Fund Site. Youghiogheny River and Swallow Falls State Park 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. 29 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 64 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

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

Great stay

Property was very nice,Clean and close to the lake. Also close to grocery stores. Etc.,,Very relaxing atmosphere.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Shirley G.

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

Winter getaway

Great House.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jan 2025
Thank you for the positive review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at our establishment. Your feedback is valuable and helps us continue improving to provide the best possible service to our customers. We appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Derek R.

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

Very Nice

Overall very nice property and great lakefront use.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2024
Thank you for the review of our property. We're pleased to hear that you enjoyed the lakefront amenities and found our accommodations to be satisfactory. Your feedback is valuable as we continually strive to provide our guests with an exceptional experience. We appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts and look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diane H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Easy access to house. Quite a few stairs.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2025
Thank you for your feedback.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chad B.

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

Great location

Quiet spot on Deep Creek. All the conveniences of home. Bedrooms felt spaced out. Very nice set up.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Karen K.

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

Family time

Set up was good.Dock and fire pit area were good. Outdoor decking super slippery when wet.Difficult to sleep 14.Extra fridge with 14 people would be a benefit..Great location plenty of parking.I would rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Archival

8/10 Good

Highland Retreat

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: Dock gets great sun all day long. House has amazing hot tub. Would be great if bedroom on main floor had screens on windows and dining room table had more chairs.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2023
Lisa, We would like to thank you for your feedback. We review our surveys frequently to better our homes. We have contacted the owner, and the owner has ordered more dining room chairs to be delivered for this home. Thank you again!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately 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: Had a great time. After a rainy start, the weather was perfect. Truly appreciated that the owners addressed the issues that we raised last year: there were new screens on window on the main floor bedroom and more dining room chairs. Only issues were with Taylor Made. We had problems getting into the house as they gave us the wrong lockbox code and their after hours service # wasn't working.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2023
Hi Lisa, I'm glad you had a good time during your second stay at Highland Retreat. We value your feedback and thank you for your review. I would like to personally apologize for any mix-up regarding the code to enter the home. I hope you'll consider giving us another chance when you come back to Deep Creek Lake. Thanks again!
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Michael T.

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

Not a good Experience

A few problem Place wasn’t clean Gas smell outside Door handle didn’t work
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Allison W.

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

Great lakeside location

Pros: Check in and check out were very easy. The lake views were beautiful especially with the fall foliage. Loved the waterfront area- the dock was in great condition. Also loved walking along the waterfront trail with our dog. Cons: the kitchen and bathrooms are dated and could use some updating/maintenance.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Haley A.

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

Great location! We had a lot of fun!

We really enjoyed our stay at the Highland Retreat. The location was great for swimming and the house had a lot of room and worked for our large group. The house did have quite a few things broken or not working when we arrived (small things), but none of that got in the way of us having a good time. The house was very clean when we arrived and we were happy to see the cots in the basement!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Joshua M.

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

Good location needs some work

First of all the garbage bin was atleast half full and not in bags either someone else used it. Couldn’t fit all trash in dumpster. Some visible damage throughout the house most of them easy fixes. Location was awesome away from everything and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Sharon P.

Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Deep Creek is great. The house needs some maintenance. Most outside doors knobs are broken. Doors lock but handles need replaced. Naked light bulbs, no shades. Most lights don't work leading down to firepit. Not a big enough trash can for a 14 person house. A little tender loving care would make this house worth the money. Also furniture in basement broken (chair) and the couch torn. Other great vacation destination.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2023
Hi Sharon, Thank you for the review! I am glad that you were pleased overall and that you enjoyed your time at the lake. I apologize for the issues that you experienced during your stay. I shared this with our team so that we can address these items and also make the owner aware. I hope that you will give us the opportunity to provide you with a more carefree stay in the future. Best, Stacy
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Vacation Location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. 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: We love staying in the Stockslager area. Much less traffic than other areas around the lake. Kids are able to Kayak and enjoy the lake without heavy boat traffic.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2023
Hi! So glad to hear you had a great time. Please come back and see us again soon. ~ Kristen
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Charley K.

Nice house - several minor issues

Rating Details: The property manager was more than 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: This was my family's first trip to Deep Creek, visiting for the week of July 4th. The house was pretty nice; it was as described in the listing. We enjoyed the pool table, hot tub, and the dock was convenient for lake activities. It was a very pleasant week. There were several minor maintenance issues with the home that kept the experience for being perfect, but we did not let them bother us. I would like to list them so that future guests aren't surprised: upstairs bathroom/shower leaked into the kitchen; master bedroom door handle came off; sliding screen door on main level door handle was loose/came off; master bath shower water temp was never hot enough; downstairs pull-out couch broken; downstairs recliner chair broken; sliding door on upstairs shower broken/off track; some of fire pit furniture (chairs) broken. The wifi seemed to work well. A/C was okay. It was a nice house, we went with the flow and had a good time. We'd probably seek another house in the future - this was pretty pricey for what it was.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2023
Hi Charles We are so happy that you had a great week at Highland Retreat. I have made note of your maintenance issues and we will definitely have them addressed. In the future, let us know if you need us to resolve anything for you at one of our homes, we are always happy and more than willing to help. Thank you for the opportunity to serve you, and on behalf of our entire Taylor-Made team we invite you back to be our guest again soon. Until Next Time, Shelia McCracken General Manager
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great Lakeside Location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very 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: Very nice location with a great lakeside fire pit and private dock. House is in need of some general repair and upkeep, but nothing terrible. Lack of a gas grille was inconvenient. Additionally, the house sleeps 14 guests but two of those are actually included as rollaway beds.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2023
Hello Daniel, Thank you for your review of your stay. We appreciate feedback. The firepit and dock at this home make for many lasting memories. I will pass along to the appropriate people about the home needing some general repairs. Some home owners enjoy charcoal grills as this home has. Please come back and see us again soon. Have a great day! Kristen
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Had a great time

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: Great view, beds comfy, the hot tub was clean and awesome, the fire pit was lots of fun and we had a skippy rock competition right there in the back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2023
Thanks, Andrew! So glad you enjoyed your time at the lake. We hope to see you again!
Archival

8/10 Good

Lisa N.

Great location

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: Great location. Nice hot tub and dock. House is showing the wear and tear of the end of the long summer season.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2023
Thanks, Lisa!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Chrissy P.

Highland Retreat @ Deep Creek Lake

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: This is one of the best family vacations we have had. The home was a perfect location, clean and spacious. Outstanding lake views, swimming and fishing. If you love the outdoors this is the place for you. Walking trails, kayaking, biking, alot of exercise. Plenty to do and if you just want to kick back and relax you can just sit on the outside deck and soak in the lake. Would return again and again. Taylor Made has outstanding service and always available. Would highly recommend.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2023
Hi Christine! So glad to hear you enjoyed your time at the lake and at Highland Retreat. Can't wait to see you next time! Regards, Lisa
Archival

10/10 Excellent

great views, great location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very 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: nice house with great views, plenty of space for guests. Fire pit is down by the water which makes for a nice night. Great dock to hang out and fish of off.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2023
Hi Andrew, Thank you for reviewing Highland Retreat and for staying with Taylor-Made! It is great to hear that you thoroughly enjoyed the home and your time at the lake. Give us a call when you are ready to come back! Thanks again, Stacy
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Shaunita B.

Perfect

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: I absolutely enjoyed my stay here. The home was clean and the view was amazing! Staff was also very friendly, welcoming and helpful. Getting dates together to book my next trip! We had an awesome time!!
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2023
Thanks Shaunita! Give us a call when you decide on your dates!
Archival

6/10 Okay

Kaala E.

Couples Ski Trip-Fun, but Dirty

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Multiple things in the house were broken upon our arrival-multiple door handles and knobs, broken deck posts, entryway picture frame, and fireplace. Multiple lightbulbs were also out. It would have been more helpful if toilet paper would have been provided. The house was very dirty. Condoms and an old hat were left in the master suite. The duvets and pillows on all beds had stains also. I had to disinfect the kitchen upon my arrival in order to clean. We loved the scenery, layout, and location of the house, but the cleaning staff needs to do more than just simple cosmetic cleaning. Very displeased overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2023
Hi Kaala! Thank you so much for you review of Highland Retreat! I do apologize about the maintenance and housekeeping issues you experienced while you were here. This information will be shared with both departments. We do hope to see you again next year, and we will strive to make you getaway the best it can be. Regards, Lisa
Archival

8/10 Good

patti t.

Our Mini Vacation for bringing in the New Year 2017

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The home was nice. We have stayed with other Rental companies in the past. This home has a lot of potential….Just needs a few repairs/items... door handles in kitchen and to go on deck area are all hanging not working. Felt very unsafe do to not locking/shutting properly. Need more mixing/prep/bowls. Hand mixer didn't work. Found out after making mashed potatoes ?? House has a lot A potential just need some upgrades.. wasn't a cheap stay !
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2023
HI Patti! Thank you for taking the time to review your stay. Your feedback is very important and has been shared with the owner of the house. Hope to see you at the lake again soon! Regards, Lisa
Archival

8/10 Good

Robin

Great Location

Rating Details: The property manager was very 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: This was our second year at Highland Retreat. We love this location with the paths running along the lake. The house itself is in great need of basic updates. But it is dog friendly which is what i needed.
Archival

4/10 Poor

Dana W.

Lakeside mess

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great spot on the lake, great dock, Great deck area, house needed a thorough cleaning, very many spiderwebs and dust, House really only sleeps 10 adults. Kitchen well supplied with pots and pans, utensils, plates, etc. seating for dinner inside only for 11 people. By far, the dirtiest house we have ever stayed in at Deep Creek.

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