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  1. Lake Front
    Any property that borders the state-owned ‘buffer strip.’ Lake Front means you have access to the water for swimming and a boat dock if applicable to your home. You can go directly to the water from your door with no road between. Lake Front does not necessarily mean you have a view of the water, since much of our shoreline is wooded.
  2. Golf Area
    Refers to a selection of our properties which are the most conveniently located within or near a golfing community. Some homes under Lake Front, Lake Access, or Lake Area categories may also be considered a Golf Area property.

  1. Waterfront Greens
Pets Not Permitted
5 Beds
5 Full Bathrooms
1Half Bathrooms
House
14 Guests
4.4667
(75 Reviews)
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Description

DESCRIPTION:
Imagine spending your perfect vacation feeling like a prince or princess in this castle at Deep Creek Lake! As you walk into this impressive home with stunning architectural details, be prepared to be wowed! The entry provides a sneak peek with a stunning grand curved staircase, monumental ceiling that extends to the top of the turret, and a country-Victorian style that greets you to stay and enjoy. This home is surrounded by beautiful landscaping and a level grassy lawn right down to the water’s edge. An awesome stone patio with a seating area for dining al fresco while grilling out or making s’mores in the outdoor fireplace. Bring your boat for the included boat slip or enjoy dipping your feet into the cool water. Located in prestigious Waterfront Greens community, you won’t run out of things to do with numerous four-season activities at your fingertips! This gorgeous luxury lake front home with an indoor pool and community amenities is waiting for you!


ACCESS DETAILS:
Lake access and dock slip located on lake front of property. Please note that docks are only guaranteed from Memorial Day through Labor Day.

COMMUNITY/AREA DETAILS:
Located in the Waterfront Greens Community at Deep Creek Lake.


LAYOUT DETAILS:
Main Level:  
- Great Room
- Gourmet Kitchen
- Dining Area
- Bedroom (Suite): King Bed, Attached Bath with Shower and Separate Tub
- Half Bath
- Indoor 28x15 Pool


Upper Level:
- Loft: Balcony Access
- Game Room: Pool Tables, Putting Green and 2 Futons
- Half Bath
- Laundry Area
- Bedroom: King Bed, Seating Area, Access to Balcony, Attached Bath with Shower and Separate Tub
- Bedroom: Queen Bed, Access to Balcony, Attached Bath with Shower and Separate Tub
- Bedroom: Queen Bed, Attached Bath with Shower
- Bedroom: Queen Bed
- Full Bath: Shower/Tub


DISCLAIMERS:
4WD/AWD or snow tires are always recommended for the area during the Winter months of November - March. For more house specific driveway information, please refer to your app/guest portal after booking.

Amenities

Additional Details

  1. Area of Lake: South
  2. Boat Trailer Parking: Permitted, 1 Trailer = 1 Parking Space
  3. Check-In Time: 4:00pm
  4. Check-Out Time: 10:00am
  5. Family Groups Only
    No sororities, fraternities, or non-chaperoned groups allowed.
  6. Firewood: Not Provided for Fire Pits/Outdoor Fire Areas
  7. Lake Views (Unfiltered or Panoramic)
  8. Minimum Rental Age: 24
  9. Mountain Views
  10. No Smoking or Vaping Allowed
  11. Pets: Not Permitted
    No pets are permitted at this property; however because all of our homes are owned by individual homeowners, we cannot guarantee any home is free of allergens.
  12. Signature Collection
    These properties are all about excellence. Each home in our Signature Collection has met specific requirements to maximize its appearance, quality, and comfort. Our Signature Collection homes facilitate the best guest experience possible.
  13. Water Equipment Not Provided (i.e. Kayaks)
  14. Contactless Check-In & Check-Out

Bed Sizes & Suites

  1. Bedroom Suites: 3
  2. Kings: 2
  3. Queens: 3
  4. Standard/Full Futons: 2

Booking & Renting Details

  1. Winter: 2+ Nights
  2. Spring: 2+ Nights
  3. Summer: Saturday - Saturday
  4. Fall/Autumn: 2+ Nights
  5. Holidays: 3+ Nights

Community Perks

  1. Access to Mini Golf Course (Equipment Not Included)
  2. Access to Par 3 Golf Course (First Come, First Serve)
  3. Access to Pondside Gazebo
  4. Community Basketball Court
  5. Community Building
  6. Community Canoe/Kayak Station
    This station is for storing your group’s kayaks and canoes during your vacation. Please do NOT handle/use the kayaks and canoes on this station that are not yours.
  7. Community Catch & Release Pond
  8. Community Covered Pavillion
  9. Community Tennis
  10. Paved Trails Nearby
  11. Sledding Hill Nearby
  12. Community Pickleball Courts

Inside

  1. A/C: Central Air
  2. Bath Towels Provided
  3. Bed Linens Provided
  4. Fire Extinguishers: 1
  5. Landline Phone: Available for Use
  6. Poker Table
  7. Pool Table
  8. Private Indoor Pool
  9. Single Jetted Tub: 3
  10. Internet: Mesh WIFI System
  11. Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
  12. Smoke Detector(s)

Inside | Appliances

  1. Coffee Makers (Drip): 1
  2. Coffee Makers (Single Cup: K-Cups Not Included): 1
  3. Dishwashers: 1
  4. Full-Size Fridges: 1
  5. Microwaves: 1
  6. Ovens: 1
  7. Stoves: 1
  8. Washers: 1
  9. Dryers: 1

Inside | Electronics

  1. Blu-Ray Players: None
  2. DVD Players: None
  3. TVs (Flat Screen): 6

Outside

  1. Grills (Gas): 1
  2. Max. Parking: 5 Vehicles
  3. Outdoor Fire Pit (Wood): 1
  4. Outdoor Hot Tubs: 1

Outside | Dock

  1. Dock Slip: 1 Motorized Vessel Allowed

Availability

Rates subject to change. Rental homes are only available to be booked one year in advance.

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Location

75 Lakefront Links Drive, Swanton, 21561 US
Attraction Approximate Distance
Fireside Deli & Wine Shop 1.04 mi
Deep Creek Lake Discovery Center 1.28 mi
Deep Creek Lake State Park 1.75 mi
Thousand Acres Lakeside Golf Club 1.77 mi
Dutch's at Silver Tree 2.09 mi
FunTime Watersports 2.34 mi
Copper Kettle Popcorn Factory 2.34 mi
Lakeside Creamery 2.34 mi
Deep Creek Donuts 2.35 mi
Firewater Kitchen & Bar 2.36 mi
Ace's Run Restaurant & Pub 2.38 mi
Honi-Honi Bar 2.44 mi
Uno Pizzeria & Grill 2.44 mi
Tourist Trap 2.46 mi
Arrowhead Market 2.47 mi
Christmas Chalet 2.47 mi
Garrett 8 Cinemas 2.58 mi
Casselman Bakery & Cafe 2.59 mi
Fox's Pizza 2.60 mi
Deep Creek Seafood 2.66 mi
Bill's Marine Service 2.69 mi
Trader's Coffee House 3.14 mi
Brenda's Pizzeria 3.15 mi
High Mountain Sports 3.21 mi
JG's Pub 3.50 mi
Little Sandy's 4.11 mi
219 Indoor Flea Market 4.14 mi
Aquatic Center 4.34 mi
Maryland 4-H Environment Education Camping Center 4.49 mi
Massage at the Lake 4.57 mi
Deep Creek Axe Throwing Company 4.67 mi
Monkey Business Adventure Park 4.67 mi
Deep Creek Fun Zone 4.89 mi
Black Bear Tavern & Restaurant 4.93 mi
Short Story Brewing 4.94 mi
O.M.G. Relax & Gifts 4.94 mi
Pine Lodge Steakhouse 4.95 mi
Cashmere Clothing Co. 5.06 mi
Moonshadow Restaurant & Bar 5.23 mi
Deep Creek Marina 5.33 mi
Lodestone Golf Course 5.52 mi
Outdoor Elements at Wisp Resort 5.53 mi
Shawnee Trading Post 5.54 mi
Funland 5.55 mi
Glazed & Confused Donuts 5.55 mi
Ledo Pizza 5.55 mi
Deep Creek Pizza 5.58 mi
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery 5.69 mi
The Greene Turtle 5.70 mi
Adventure Sports Center International (ASCI) 5.71 mi
Bear Creek Traders 5.74 mi
Shop 'N Save 5.74 mi
Trout's House Seafood 5.74 mi
Ursus Americanus Trading Post 5.75 mi
Deep Creek Salon 5.75 mi
Mountain Flour Bakery 5.75 mi
Fantasy Valley Golf Course 5.87 mi
Canoe on the Run 5.92 mi
Silver Tree Marine 6.00 mi
Archie's Barbeque 6.32 mi
Katie's Ice Cream 6.68 mi
Fork Run Recreational Area 6.77 mi
Mountain State Brewing Co. 7.27 mi
Schoolhouse Earth 7.56 mi
Swallow Falls State Park 7.59 mi
Sang Run Sports Shop 7.64 mi
Deep Creek Lavender Farm 7.67 mi
Big Run State Park 7.96 mi
China Wok 8.05 mi
Simon Pearce Glassblowing 8.16 mi
Don Patron 8.18 mi
Wal-Mart Supercenter 8.28 mi
The Rolling Pin Bakery, LLC 8.38 mi
Firefly Farms Creamery & Market 8.52 mi
Dairy Queen 8.54 mi
El Canelo Mexican Restaurant 8.61 mi
Sang Run State Park 8.81 mi
Denny's 8.82 mi
Oakland Golf Club 9.07 mi
The Alley 9.14 mi
3rd Street Diner 9.22 mi
Garrett State Forest 9.27 mi
Pizza Hut 9.41 mi
Garrett County Museum of Transportation 9.53 mi
The Book Mark'et & Antique Mezzanine 9.55 mi
Garrett County Historical Museum 9.56 mi
Rudy's Clothing 9.57 mi
The Vagabond Taproom 9.60 mi
Englander's Antiques & Grill 9.61 mi
Devlers Ice Cream Co. 9.66 mi
Tomanetti's Pizzeria & Italian Eatery 9.68 mi
Herrington Manor State Park 9.69 mi
Miner Hickory Horseback Riding 9.85 mi
Alpaca Acres Farm and Fun 10.86 mi
Sugar & Spice Bakery and Cheese 11.63 mi
New Germany State Park 11.74 mi
Alpine Lake Resort 11.94 mi
Schrock's Country Store 12.00 mi
Cove Run Farms 12.66 mi
Precision Rafting Expeditions 12.91 mi
All Earth Eco Tours 12.92 mi
Saffitickers Ice Cream 13.19 mi
Hey Pizza 14.76 mi
Blue Moon Antiques 14.76 mi
Grantsville, MD 14.76 mi
The Casselman Hotel & Restaurant 14.84 mi
JTF Ice Rink 14.92 mi
Casselman River Bridge State Park 15.04 mi
Penn Alps Restaurant & Craft Shop 15.11 mi
Grant's Mercantile 15.13 mi
Cornucopia Cafe 15.15 mi
Backbone Mountain Sports Shop 15.77 mi
Hill Top Fruit Market Home of Candyland 16.17 mi
Savage River Lodge 17.18 mi
Savage River 18.29 mi
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Memories

Photos submitted are of the guest's personal experience; photos may contain items or experiences not offered by Railey Vacations for your stay. Please contact Railey Vacations for any doubts or questions about items offered. These images are meant to inspire others with the possibilities of what memories they can make on their trip. Submitted images that do not follow this theme will not be posted.

Reviews

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Disappointed in amenities

Reviewed on 2024-10-24 by Brett
3

I want to start out with this is not the first larger, high end house that I have rented through VRBO which is also managed by a rental company. We were disappointed with several aspects of this house. While the location and the overall size of the house were amazing it was quite lacking as a house that is supposed to be in the rental companies "signature collection". Pool. Temp all over the place some days very warm others couldn’t stay in for more than 10-15 min. Thermostat is not accurate on pump, pump read 82.5 every day even though temp went up and down. 2-3 days out of 6 night stay usable. Kitchen. All nonstick/Teflon pots and pans unusable due to sever scratching/gouging except 3. 7 forks total in house not full set of wine glasses for table seating. Dining room chairs need replaced no support and uncomfortable. 3 bedrooms with outdoor access to patio or balcony no blinds on 10 ft glass doors. No privacy from outdoors or to block out morning sun. Little to no children's games or toys all were damaged or missing parts. No welcome package. Carpet torn or missing in dining room/tack strip visible. Carpet very worn and tired throughout house. I rated it a 3 as the space was nice and it is relatively child proof. The outdoors are where I think this house shines. A 1-2 star in my eyes is a house that you want to leave as soon as you walk in the door because it is extremely dirty or unsafe and this house was neither of those two things.

Thank you for your detailed feedback Brett. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. As the management company, we strive to provide a high-quality experience for all our guests, and we regret that certain aspects of your stay did not meet your expectations. We will review the concerns you have raised, such as the pool temperature, kitchen equipment, and lack of privacy, and work to address these issues with the homeowners and property management to improve the property. Your feedback is valuable, and we will use it to enhance the overall quality of our offerings. We hope you will consider staying with us again in the future, and we will do our best to ensure a more satisfactory experience. Madison, Railey Vacations

Bachelorette weekend

Reviewed on 2024-10-22 by Toshia , Turtle Creek, PA US
5

This was not the house we booked but something needed fixed at the original house so my girls and I lucked up on this beautiful castle! I had an amazing weekend for my bachelorette party! This house is really castle!!! It’s beautiful inside and outside!

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us Toshia! We are thrilled to hear that, despite the unexpected change in accommodations, you and your girls enjoyed your stay at our beautiful castle. It brings us great joy to know that you found both the interior and exterior of the property stunning, and we are thrilled that it contributed positively to your bachelorette party celebrations. We strive to provide memorable experiences for our guests, especially during such special occasions and we hope to have the chance to rent to you again! Madison, Railey Vacations

Great, Relaxing Time!!!!!!

Reviewed on 2024-10-16 by David , Parkhill, PA United States
5

Very pleased with everything. Right on the lake. Loved it!!!!!

Thrilled to hear that the home, and location were the perfect fit for you and your group David! Thanks for the review and please come see us again soon! Madison, Railey Vacations

Vacationed September 2024

Reviewed on 2024-09-01 by Connie
5

This property was beautiful! From the time you entered you would feel like you walked in to a fairy tale. Kids had a great time in the pool and adults had great time in the game room! Such a beautiful property!

Hi Connie! Thanks for the kind words. We are thrilled to hear that the home was well equipped with plenty to do for all. Please come see us again soon! Madison, Railey Vacations

Vacationed August 2024

Reviewed on 2024-08-19 by Thomas
3

Great view and lovely location on the lake. Furnishings and beds are worn out and need replacing.

We appreciate your feedback Thomas and will be sure to pass this information concerning the furnishings and beds to the homeowners for future consideration of improvements. Otherwise we are happy to hear that you enjoyed the beautiful views of the lake and we hope to see you again soon! Madison, Railey Vacations

Vacationed August 2024

Reviewed on 2024-08-18 by Susan
4

Wonderful

Reviewed on 2024-08-12 by Jerry
5

We loved the house. Loved the location on the lake. And really enjoyed playing the neighborhood par 3 golf course every day. Easy access to town, groceries and other activities. Would definitely stay here again.

Thank you so much for the wonderful review Jerry! We're thrilled to hear that you loved the house, its location, and the nearby amenities. It's our pleasure to provide a comfortable and convenient vacation experience. We greatly appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Madison, Railey Vacations

Vacationed July 2024

Reviewed on 2024-08-06 by Jenifer
4

Vacationed July 2024

Reviewed on 2024-07-27 by Jenifer
4

Vacationed June 2024

Reviewed on 2024-06-17 by Heather
5

Vacationed May 2024

Reviewed on 2024-05-30 by Noah
5

Nice place

Reviewed on 2024-02-14 by Scott , severna park, md USA
5

Nice house! The pool was great and the rec room was perfect for games and hanging out. Railey's staff was extremely responsive.

Thank you so much for the great review Scott! The Railey's staff and homeowners strive to provide the best rental experience possible and we love to hear when we succeeded. Happy to hear that we were able to quickly assist you as well. Please come see us again soon! Madison, Railey Vacations

Vacationed January 2024

Reviewed on 2024-01-22 by Lettie
4

Gorgeous home and back yard! We even made use of the fire pit and brought our own wood. Hot tubs are always a hit. We appreciate the goody bag as well! The indoor pool was great too and the speakers for music was awesome! I loved how you can control what rooms the music plays in. The fireplace inside is decorative only. There seemed to be a bit of a shortage with the hot water though.

Thanks for the kind words, Lettie! We are happy to hear that the home was all you had expected and the amenities were well-equipped. We hope to have the chance to rent to you again soon! Madison, Railey Vacations

Vacationed December 2023

Reviewed on 2024-01-16 by Renee
5

We had a wonderful vacation at this home in December! Everything was functioning! Had a great time in the pool, great time in the hot tub! It seem to be very roomy, and set up very nicely for us all to enjoy each other, and have our own little space to go to when we wanted to. Great kitchen to cooking also!

Hi Renee! Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! We are pleased to hear that you had a wonderful time with us here at Castle at the Lake and hope to have the chance to rent to you again soon. Madison, Railey Vacations

Vacationed October 2023

Reviewed on 2023-10-28 by Deaysia
5

Vacationed in August 2023

Reviewed on 2023-08-21 by William
3

Would definitely rent again. Very comfortable stay for our family of 14

Reviewed on 2023-07-09 by Christine
4

Great house. Does have some minor issues, new carpet needed, new outlets, doors stick. Pool was great, location on the water was great. Very roomy. Nice washer/dryer and clean home. Garbage bin was big to hold our garbage for the week. We had issues with wasps but Railey was quick to respond on July 4th. Would recommend and would rent again.

We appreciate your feedback Christine! We will be sure to pass along your suggestions to the homeowners for future improvements but otherwise pleased to hear that you and your family had a wonderful time together! Looking forward to seeing you again soon! Madison, Railey Vacations

Cool castle!

Reviewed on 2023-07-04 by Beth
4

Highly Recommend!

Reviewed on 2023-05-10 by Bonnie
5

Beautiful house with an amazing lakefront location

Reviewed on 2023-01-09 by Doreen , Gambrills, MD United States
5

Overall our family (11) had a wonderful stay at The Castle on the Lake over the New Year’s weekend. The house is large, beautiful and well equipped. We enjoyed the beautiful lakefront location and all the amenities, particularly its close proximity (less than 10 miles) to Wisp Resort. We would definitely rent the house again. The following are a few comments:1. There is limited privacy in street level suite. The owner should install window covering or stencil on the glass doors.2. The hot water is scalding and could potentially burn the skin. The owner would save money by lowering the hot water temperature. I would be hesitant to have little ones in the house until this is changed.3. I would have appreciated a text “heads up” that the pool or other maintenance services would be accessing the property after we checked in. I don’t believe the doorbell works.4. Hangers would have been convenient. Most people do not travel with hangers, even though we brought a lot of other stuff as required or suggested.5. Perhaps, consider offering additional towels and wash cloths. One per person was not enough. Also, there were sheets for the futons upstairs, but no blankets or towels/wash cloths.6. We appreciated the paper products available, they were a good supplement to our own.7. Although we were provided one, there’s not really a pool code to enter the pool unless you trigger the alarm. Access appears to be obtained by pressing the red button and closing the door within a specific timeframe. The posted code is only used to deactivate the alarm.8. Suggest checking the oven temperature. It seemed cooler than the selected temperature. It might need to be recalibrated. 9. Oven mitts should be replaced or washed. They were really filthy.10. We were able to download the app and stream music through the house system, but it was very spotty. It was constantly cutting off and on. It wasn’t usable or enjoyable as a result. The Railey staff and property management were very responsive before and after our arrival. They provided assurances that some of the previously reported issues with the house were resolved and to our delight, they were: beds were comfortable, new furniture was added to existing and no mildew smells during our stay. Thanks so much for your customer service.

Hi Doreen,
Thanks so much for the great review! We really appreciate you taking the time to provide your feedback, and we look forward to the opportunity to host you again in the future! We will share your suggestions and concerns with the owner and the property manager and will take these suggestions into consideration. Again, we certainly hope to see you again in the future. - Jenny K

Wonderful stay for a large family to bring in the new year.

Reviewed on 2023-01-02 by Doreen
5

Overall our family had a wonderful stay at The Castle on the Lake. The house is large and beautiful. We enjoyed the lakefront location and all the amenities, particularly its close proximity to Wisp Resort. We would definitely rent the house again.

Hi Doreen! We are so glad to hear that you and your family had an amazing time with us at Castle at the Lake. It’s great when the home, location, and amenities all come together to provide the best rental experience. Thanks for the review and please come see us again soon! Madison, Railey Vacations

Vacationed In July 2022

Reviewed on 2022-07-28 by Christine
5

Great location and amenities.

So glad to hear this Christine, and we are happy that you enjoyed your time at Castle at the Lake! We appreciate the review and would love to have the opportunity to rent to you again!
Madison Miller, Railey Vacations

Vacationed In February 2022

Reviewed on 2022-03-04 by Aaron
4

Not highly Satisfied

I’m sorry to hear this, Aaron. We’ll take a look at your survey notes for more information about how your stay could have been improved. We sincerely hope you were able to enjoy aspects of your stay in Deep Creek and we look forward to the opportunity of remedying your disappointment with a fantastic DCL getaway in the future. - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Great stay!

Reviewed on 2022-02-20 by Robert
5

Great stay!

Fantastic to hear, Robert! Please don’t hesitate to visit us in Deep Creek again soon! - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Vacationed In January 2022

Reviewed on 2022-01-11 by Tameka
5

Beautiful Home

We’re happy you enjoyed it, Tameka! Please don’t hesitate to visit DCL again soon. - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Castle at the Lake

Reviewed on 2022-01-05 by Chad
5

Home is absolutely beautiful! We had our family 2022 New Years here and we will be back next year. Had a few small issues that were resolved immediately thanks to the fast staff response. Most people shy away from the expensive places but you get what you pay for and this home is worth the price. If you are looking for one of the top homes in Deep Creek this property is definitely at the Top! See you next year

Thank you for this awesome review, Chad! We are so glad your group had a great time at Castle at the Lake and we can’t wait to host you again next year. - Lainey, Railey Vacations

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Reviewed on 2021-12-30 by Darlene
3

This property could be so much, but it is rundown and need cosmetic/structural help. House smells wet and mildewed. Furniture is broken, stained, moldy and smells. The dust in this place shows it is not cleaned often. Windows and door blinds are broken to the point they should be removed. Toilets run constantly and had broken handles…after further inspection, they need replacing in several rooms (thank goodness Railey’s team was able to get the flushing going again for the short term). Trim around borders are being held up with nails which are protruding. Broken door near game room. Flatware needs replacing, not complete setting; so many missing pieces. Cable goes in and out. Some rooms didn’t work period. Fire pit needs work. Signature properties should stand out like 5-star hotels. This property ranks a 3-star.

Hi, Darlene - I’m so sorry to hear that you did not enjoy your stay at Castle at the Lake and appreciate you taking the time to share your concerns. Though some of these issues are currently in the process of being addressed (e.g. damaged blinds in some areas of the home), we’ve not previously heard mention of many concerns you’ve listed, and we will have our teams visit the home to ensure these issues are resolved as soon as possible. We’ve also alerted the homeowner to your comments for review when making updates. While I’m glad to hear that our team was able to repair the toilets promptly, we do regret that you were left with many additional concerns. Your feedback will help us to ensure the comfort of our future guests, and likewise, we sincerely hope for the opportunity to remedy your disappointment with a fantastic DCL getaway in the future. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience, and we wish you the best as we enter the new year. - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Vacationed In November 2021

Reviewed on 2021-11-23 by Martia
3

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Beautiful home! Highly recommended

Reviewed on 2021-11-23 by Jerelle
4

We truly enjoyed this beautiful home. We made plans to leave out for activities but decided to stay in and just enjoy the home. The house has everything you need with the best view! Can’t wait to rent again!

This is so great to hear, Jerelle! I’m happy to know that Castle at the Lake was the perfect home-away-from-home for your group. Please don’t hesitate to visit again soon! - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Highly Recommend this property!

Reviewed on 2021-10-19 by Mary
5

We really enjoyed the great fire pit and the hot tub. The outside space was amazing, lots of very nice bedrooms and baths and furniture in the living spaces was very comfortable.

So glad you had a great time, Mary! Thanks for staying with us. We hope you'll visit again soon! - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Vacationed In October 2021

Reviewed on 2021-10-12 by James
5

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Vacationed In September 2021

Reviewed on 2021-09-16 by Alicia
4

This is a beautiful home that I've rented before. Great view of the lake. Good location. Sad to say I probably won't rent again based on pets not being allowed. My dog goes everywhere I do.

We're so glad you had another great getaway at Castle at the Lake, Alicia! That said, we entirely understand needing to bring every member of your family along for vacation. Our wonderful reservationists would be happy to help you find a rental that meets all of your needs and allows you to bring your pup. When you're ready to plan your next visit to Deep Creek, please don't hesitate to reach out. We hope to host you again soon! - Lainey, Railey Vacations 

Vacationed In August 2021

Reviewed on 2021-09-15 by Earl
3

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Vacationed In August 2021

Reviewed on 2021-09-01 by Martha
5

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Great!

Reviewed on 2021-09-01 by Martha
5

Castle at the Lake was perfect , we love being close to the lake hoping we can get Waterfront retreat for next year as well

We're so glad you enjoyed your stay, Martha, and we can't wait to have you back again next year! - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Vacationed In August 2021

Reviewed on 2021-08-24 by Sheryl
3

Beautiful home, needs work done to bring it to signature level.

Thanks for your review, Sheryl. We'd like to hear more about your experience and the areas of the home that you feel could use improvement. We'll be sure to share your feedback with the homeowner, but if you would like to provide details about your stay and observations, please don't hesitate to give us a call. We're so glad you had a good vacation overall and hope we can host you again in the future. - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Vacationed In August 2021

Reviewed on 2021-08-18 by Jenifert
4

The location is PERFECT! We boat early morning then play golf and boat again in the afternoon. We grill dinner and have a fire every night. The stars are amazing.

What a fun-filled getaway, Jenifert! We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay at Castle at the Lake and hope you’ll visit again soon! - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Vacationed In June 2021

Reviewed on 2021-06-29 by Gerald
4

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Vacationed In June 2021

Reviewed on 2021-06-23 by Daniel
3

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Amazing Vacation Home

Reviewed on 2021-04-11 by Cynthia
4

Our family vacationed at the Castle at the Lake. What a beautiful home. First I must say after reading the many negative reviews prior to us arriving I was very nervous. I emailed them with questions prior to our arrival and they would quickly respond. Thank Jenny Kahler for always responding and providing the great information that we needed. She is so helpful and I want to personally thank her for her assistance. Our arrival was as expected. No problems and the house is exactly what is pictured. Rooms are huge. The pool was a great addition and we all enjoyed it, along with the hot tub. Positives - House is huge Kitchen had everything that we needed Heated floors throughout the downstairs was awesome The surround sound throughout the house was great. We were able to hook up to it and play music throughout the entire house to include outside. Amazing. House was very clean Customer service was fantastic. We had to call about the TVs and lights and they came quickly. I think it was Brittney who always answered the phone as we also had to call back as the temperature rose and we had to use the AC which was not working. I did make a couple of calls but she was always so gracious and it was fixed the next day. The indoor pool very nice Local towns were not too far. Suggestions/Negatives The bed in the room downstairs needs new mattresses. It was sort of sunken in the middle and should be replaced. The blinds are broken and should also be replaced They did leave 2 small rolls of toilet paper but with that big of a house you should expect for many people to come so that definitely would not be enough. Thank God that Jenny suggested things for us to bring but these things should be included as this house is not cheap. The miniature amenities were not enough. No soap was provided and should have been especially during this pandemic, but we had our own. Not much else that I can say or suggest. The house was truly amazing and well maintained. Our family truly enjoyed. If you need a huge house with an added bonus of the pool inside I would book this house. Would I book again? I probably would not because the town had absolutely nothing open for activities during our time there, which we were surprised as it was Spring Break. This is not a big tourist area so there is not much to do if that is what you are looking for. We were looking for a great house for our family to get together and we were able to bring dogs which was another bonus so it was perfect for us. Castle by the Lake is amazing and we saw other homes in the area which looked amazing as well.

Thank you for taking the time out to share your experience with us. We're so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay at Castle at the Lake, and can't wait to have you back soon. ~Deborah Fike, Railey Vacations

Beautiful property

Reviewed on 2021-04-09 by Cyndi , Carrollton , Virginia USA
5

Our family vacationed at the Castle at the Lake. What a beautiful home. First I must say after reading the many negative reviews prior to us arriving I was very nervous. I emailed them with questions prior to our arrival and they would quickly respond. Thank Jenny Kahler for always responding and providing the great information that we needed. She is so helpful and I want to personally thank her for her assistance. Our arrival was as expected. No problems and the house is exactly what is pictured. Rooms are huge. The pool was a great addition and we all enjoyed it, along with the hot tub. Positives -House is hugeKitchen had everything that we neededHeated floors throughout the downstairs was awesomeThe surround sound throughout the house was great. We were able to hook up to it and play music throughout the entire house to include outside. Amazing. House was very cleanCustomer service was fantastic. We had to call about the TVs and lights and they came quickly. I think it was Brittney who always answered the phone as we also had to call back as the temperature rose and we had to use the AC which was not working. I did make a couple of calls but she was always so gracious and it was fixed the next day. The indoor pool very niceLocal towns were not too far. Suggestions/NegativesThe bed in the room downstairs needs new mattresses. It was sort of sunken in the middle and should be replaced.The blinds are broken and should also be replacedThey did leave 2 small rolls of toilet paper but with that big of a house you should expect for many people to come so that definitely would not be enough. Thank God that Jenny suggested things for us to bring but these things should be included as this house is not cheap.The miniature amenities were not enough. No soap was provided and should have been especially during this pandemic, but we had our own. Not much else that I can say or suggest. The house was truly amazing and well maintained. Our family truly enjoyed. If you need a huge house with an added bonus of the pool inside I would book this house. Would I book again? I probably would not because the town had absolutely nothing open for activities during our time there, which we were surprised as it was Spring Break. This is not a big tourist area so there is not much to do if that is what you are looking for. We were looking for a great house for our family to get together and we were able to bring dogs which was another bonus so it was perfect for us. Castle by the Lake is amazing and we saw other homes in the area which looked amazing as well.

Thanks so much for taking the time to share your experience, Cyndi, and for alerting us to your concerns. Your feedback is an invaluable component to providing quality for each of our guests. I'm so glad to hear that you had a wonderful stay overall! We sure hope you'll visit Deep Creek again soon! - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Vacationed In February 2021

Reviewed on 2021-03-29 by Marian
4

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Thank you for taking the time out to share your experience with us. ~Deborah Fike, Railey Vacations

Vacationed In February 2021

Reviewed on 2021-03-29 by Natalie
5

Great Winter Getaway

Thank you for taking the time out to share your experience with us. ~Deborah Fike, Railey Vacations 

Vacationed In January 2021

Reviewed on 2021-01-27 by Jon
5

Great winter getaway!

Thank you for your kind words, Jon! We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us. We're so happy you enjoyed your experience at Castle at the Lake and can't wait to have you back soon. - Deborah Fike, Railey Vacations

Reviewed on 2021-01-26 by Montana
5

Our kids loved playing in the game room at Castle at the Lake and spending time with each other. The hot tub and pool were appreciated after skiing in the mornings. The lake was frozen and the kids were able to ice fish and play ice hockey. Perfect winter home for entertaining teenage kids and toddlers.

Thank you for your kind words, Montana! We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us. We're so happy you enjoyed your experience at Castle at the Lake and can't wait to have you back soon. - Deborah Fike, Railey Vacations

Great multigenerational family get away

Reviewed on 2021-01-18 by Lyssa
4

We loved the pool, the hot tub, the game room. Plenty of space and the grands loved it.

Hi, Lyssa! Thank you for allowing us to host your family vacation! We love providing a great time for people of all ages, so we are happy to see all members of your multigenerational family enjoyed their time with us! We hope to have you back at DCL soon! - Seneca, Railey Vacations

Stunning and luxuriously appointed home.

Reviewed on 2020-10-20 by Michael
5

The home and location were absolutely perfect. Our family (of six) and two dogs had an excellent time staying here. The home is stunning and even more impressive in person. The photos do not do it justice. The sunsets were unforgettable and made for some great photos. We can't say enough about how wonderful our stay here was. Definitely planning to return!

Railey Vacations 11/21/20: Micheal, thank you for your kind comments! We are happy to have accommodated both the people and animals in your party! We hope you will come back to visit Deep Creek Lake soon! - Seneca, Railey Vacations

Fabulous Vacation Home

Reviewed on 2020-10-10 by Jennifer
5

We absolutely loved the Castle on the Lake. The location was perfect, the house was very spacious and the patio was our favorite spot to hang out. We caught an amazing sunset and beautiful fall foliage. Highly recommend.

There is truly nothing like Deep Creek in autumn. I'm so happy your group enjoyed Castle at the Lake, Jennifer, and we hope you'll visit again soon! - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Vacationed In August 2020

Reviewed on 2020-10-08 by Jenifert
3

The location was beyond perfect for us and the outdoor patio, furniture, hot tub were fantastic. We all love to boat and golf so the community was amazing

We're so glad you had an awesome time at Castle at the Lake, Jenifert! Thanks for staying with us. We hope you'll visit again soon! - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Vacationed In August 2020

Reviewed on 2020-09-21 by Lauren
5

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Vacationed in May 2019

Reviewed on 2020-06-01 by Amy
4

No Additional Comment

Vacationed in February 2020

Reviewed on 2020-03-02 by Marian
4

Love the activity room upstairs

Railey Vacations 3/11/20: Thank you the very nice review. We hope to host you again soon!

Vacationed in February 2020

Reviewed on 2020-02-18 by Joshua
4

Great home and a great stay!

So glad to hear it, Joshua! Please come back and enjoy Deep Creek again soon. - Lainey, Railey Vacations

No Comment

Reviewed on 2020-01-05 by Lovita
5

No Comment

Vacationed in October 2019

Reviewed on 2019-10-01 by Alicia
4

No Additional Comment

Love the home

Reviewed on 2019-08-19 by Brian
4

Great vacation home, makes the “ lake experience “

I'm happy you enjoyed Castle at the Lake, Brian! Please don't hesitate to visit again soon. - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Beautiful home

Reviewed on 2019-05-31 by Kathryn
5

Beautiful house in great location. The bedrooms were huge with their own bathrooms. Some of the bathroom showers need maintenance. All the kitchen appliances worked well. We had 2 children there and they loved all the room downstairs to roam in and there was plenty of outside lawn for them to run in. The pool and hot tub were very clean. There was nowhere to hang wet towels in the bathrooms or pool.

Thanks for your review, Kathryn! We'll share your feedback regarding the bathrooms (showers + towel hooks) with our maintenance team right away. We appreciate you alerting us to these concerns! I'm so glad to know that Castle at the Lake met your needs and expectations overall and hope you'll visit again soon! - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Beautiful and very clean

Reviewed on 2019-05-24 by Bernadette
4

The home is very beautiful & was very clean. The housekeeping staff is excellent! Beautiful surroundings all around the house! Very peaceful & relaxing atmosphere! Been here 3 times already!

We're so glad you've found a home-away-from-home in Castle at the Lake, Bernadette! We hope to have you back for a fourth visit soon. - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Exceeds expectations

Reviewed on 2018-11-26 by Thomas
5

Great location, incredible views, spacious with excellent amenities. There were a few small maintenance issues that were promptly addressed by Railey Vacations. We are frequent travelers to the Caribbean and appreciate the difference in this regard.

Hi there, Thomas - I'm sorry to hear that a few maintenance issues arose during your stay but am glad our team could resolve them promptly for you. Most importantly, I'm so happy to know that you had a great time at Castle at the Lake! Though vacations in snow are surely a bit different than what you're used to, Deep Creek is lovely in the winter months. Thanks for staying with us! - Lainey, Railey Vacations  

Truly a Castle

Reviewed on 2018-07-17 by Randy
4

The picture and positive reviews of this house did not disappoint. Great location and enough space for all that went. Offered things to do both inside with the indoor pool and outside with the hot tub, fire pit and lake access. There were a few minor items that did not work perfectly, but as expected, with a rental property that has as many visitors as this property likely does in a year there were none that would keep us from returning to this property in the future. Travel to the food store, etc. was a bit further than expected but again all positives clearly outweigh this or anything else.

Hi, Randy - thanks so much for your review! We're glad you enjoyed your stay at Castle at the Lake and want to make sure our future guests do, too. We'll take a look at your survey responses for more information on the amenities that weren't functioning properly during your stay so that we can repair or replace them ASAP. We appreciate your feedback and can't wait to host you again in the future! - Lainey, Railey Vacations 

Amazing relaxation

Reviewed on 2018-06-17 by ROBIN
5

Our group had an incredible time at this rental, mainly because of the size and the few extra amenities. We weren't ever on top of each other, the location was prime and when the weather was really nice, it was great to sit outside and soak up the sun!

Sounds like a wonderful getaway, Robin! Thanks for staying with us (and we hope you'll visit again soon!). - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Magical!

Reviewed on 2018-06-13 by Maisha
5

This house was truly awe inspiring! This house was ground zero for a fun filled wedding weekend and our guests could not have had more fun. Seeing my cousins and friends swimming in the lake, playing football on the lawn, or laying in the sun the day after our wedding was awesome. The kitchen and living area made entertaining a breeze and we all had comfortable and luxurious accommodations for the night. There's a wine cooler! A second freezer. So many great perks! And the game room will make your jaw drop - it's huge! Great for a family reunion or get away!

What a fantastic review, Maisha! Thank you so much for your kind words and, more importantly, for allowing us to host your wedding weekend! I'm thrilled to hear that everyone had a great time. Please come back and enjoy Deep Creek again soon! - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Highly Recommend Castle at the Lake

Reviewed on 2018-03-18 by Matt
5

Huge, beautiful home with a great view of the lake. Convenient to WISP and Smileys. The indoor pool was great. Lots of room for the whole family.

We're so glad the whole family had a fun and relaxing visit, Matt! Thanks for your review and we hope to host you again soon. - Lainey, Railey Vacations

A Weekend Getaway

Reviewed on 2018-02-21 by STACI
5

Perfection! Gorgeous home, plenty of room and great waterfront location.

I'm happy to know that you loved your time at Castle at the Lake, Staci! Please come back and stay with us again soon. - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Awesome experience!

Reviewed on 2018-01-30 by Susan
5

What a beautiful home and awesome winter vacation experience! The rental company was great to work with! Very responsive! Loved it!!

Thanks for the kind words, Susan! We're so happy you had a great time at Castle at the Lake and hope we can host you again soon. - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Family Thanksgiving 2017

Reviewed on 2017-11-29 by Marcia
5

The experience was great. My family and I were pleased with the inside and the outside of the home when we arrived . 
 

I'm glad to hear that Castle at the Lake met your expectations, Marcia! Please come back and enjoy Deep Creek again soon. - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Beautiful lakeside wedding

Reviewed on 2017-08-01 by Ashleigh
5

We had a beautiful lakeside wedding at this stunning home. We had plenty of room for all the days festivities and we're pleased to enjoy another weeks vacation afterwards.

Congratulations, Ashleigh! We're honored we could host your wedding and are thrilled that it went off without a hitch. Thanks for staying with us! - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Smith's Family Vacation - 2017

Reviewed on 2017-07-07 by Barbara
5

Excellent home - works well for our families.

So happy to hear it, Barbara! Please join us in Deep Creek again soon. - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Beautiful vacation and wedding spot!

Reviewed on 2017-06-21 by Michelle
5

We rented a few homes together to host our wedding, one of the guest homes being Castle on the Lake. It was a beautiful, clean home! Very spacious and great to accommodate a large number of guests. We appreciated all the separate spaces in the house so people were together, yet still had some privacy. We spent a ton of time on the beautiful patio and had a fire. The cove of the lake was not too busy. Neighborhood was quiet and perfect for us!

We're so happy we could provide the perfect guest home for your big day, Michelle! Our congratulations on your marriage, and we hope you'll join us again soon (perhaps an anniversary getaway?)! - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Perfect

Reviewed on 2017-06-13 by Kristina
5

It was an amazing house. The house is beautiful, spacious, and has everything you need. Planning on going next year!

We're so glad you enjoyed your stay, Kristina, and can't wait to see you again next year! - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Castle on the Lake Vacation rental review

Reviewed on 2017-05-05 by Derrick
5

As a resident of the area, I am usually working and don't get to experience the fun that Deep Creek Lake has to offer. Deep Creek Lodging and the Castle on the Lake opened my eyes to how much fun it is to vacation here at Deep Creek Lake. I urge all others to take some time to do this for themselves. It's a rare opportunity to live in a place where you do not need to leave to go on vacation.

What a fun opportunity, Derrick! We're so glad you were finally able to enjoy Deep Creek to the fullest. We hope you'll enjoy another staycation soon! - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Good for the most part.

Reviewed on 2017-04-05 by Charlie
4

The location was great. I wish we had more control of the heat it, it was cold most of the time, some shower heads need replacing, our oven went out twice and the fuse box had to be reset by a property manager and a few more kitchen items could be added (pots baking dishes etc). These minor things will not stop a good time and I still would recommend this property.

Thanks for your review, Charlie! I'm sorry to hear that a few inconveniences arose during your stay and will be sure to share your comments with the homeowner and our maintenance team to get these issues resolved ASAP. We appreciate your feedback and are so glad to know that you were able to have a wonderful time at Castle at the Lake overall. Thanks so much for your recommendation of the home! We hope we can host you again soon. - Lainey, Railey Vacations 

Great house

Reviewed on 2017-04-03 by Kevin
5

We came during the offseason and midweek, so it was very affordable. The house was clean and in great shape. The beds were comfortable and kitchen had everything we needed. Not really a complaint, but just be aware renting a house with a pool will smell like a pool and be quite humid inside. We would definitely rent again.

We're so glad you enjoyed the home, Kevin, and our future guests will surely appreciate your review. Thanks for taking the time to share. We can't wait to have you back again next time! - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Castle By the Lake

Reviewed on 2017-03-14 by Felice
5

Absolutely amazing property! Beautifully appointed home on the inside and out. My only complaint is that the driveway was not cleared of snow and it was unclear where the grass began.

I'm happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay, Felice! Our maintenance department does provide salt and shovels in case of snow pileup during your visit so as to not disrupt your stay with early-morning snow removal. That said, we are always happy to lend a hand, so please don't hesitate to give us a call should you run into this problem during future visits; we are no strangers to snow in Deep Creek! Thanks so much for your review and we hope you'll visit again soon. - Lainey, Railey Vacations 

Perfect Winter Getaway

Reviewed on 2017-02-10 by Andrew
5

The house was great and had all the amenities you could need. We loved the outdoor entertaining area and pretty much cooked over the fire pit the whole time. Hot tub to relax, secure pool area for play and great for kids. Would love the house in the summer, already looking into dates!

We're so glad you loved Castle at the Lake, Andrew, and we can't wait to have you back again for the summer! - Lainey, Railey Vacations