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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.

  1. Carmel Cove
    This home allows you to bring up to 2 dogs, without any additional fee. Please review the dog friendly portion of the contract upon booking, for full details. This home allows you to bring up to 2 dogs, without any additional fee. Please review the dog friendly portion of the contract upon booking, for full details.
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4 Beds
3 Full Bathrooms
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12 Guests
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A NOTE FROM THE OWNERS:
We are the owners of A Scandinavian Retreat. We want to thank all of our renters from the 2023 season. We hope you enjoyed your time at our property and made a lot of forever memories while you were there. Our family also makes it to DCL several times during the year to enjoy life at the lake. We love our property and are always thankful when the visitors (both people and animals) who enjoy it are careful and respectful. Sharing a property is always easier when visitors treat a property the same as they would if it were their own. We hope those of you who enjoyed your time at our home will return in good health next year for more family enjoyment. Till then...    ---- Amanda 12/15/2023

DESCRIPTION:
A Scandinavian Retreat is a fabulous chalet set upon a wooded lot on the banks of the quiet Carmel Cove. This dog-friendly home offers beautiful cathedral ceilings and large decks, paired with the stunning stone fireplace and airy loft that are reminiscent of the Swiss style. And the lavish delights of this lake chalet go far beyond the architecture! The comfort of the wooded setting encourages you to linger on the deck to take in the sounds of nature, fresh mountain air and the stunning colors of the changing seasons. The large lot is great for kids and dog to enjoy and expend some extra energy. The warmth of this beautiful chalet offers a quiet relaxing retreat while still keeping you close to area activities and family favorite destinations. The local movie theater, Deep Creek Lake State Park, and a plethora of local favorite restaurants are all just short drives from the home. At the end of the day be sure to enjoy a dip in the bubbles of the hot tub or cozy up in front of the fire pit telling stories. In the winter, being curled up with a good book in front of the fireplace as the snow falls outside couldn't be a more picturesque way to spend the day! A Scandinavian Retreat is a vacation destination that will keep you coming back again and again (no matter the season)! 

ACCESS DETAILS:
Private Lake Front. No Dock Slip Provided. Swim Platform on community docks is available for guest use for swimming, fishing, and kayaking. Please note that docks are only guaranteed from Memorial Day through Labor Day.


COMMUNITY/AREA DETAILS:
Located in the Carmel Cove Community at Deep Creek Lake.

LAYOUT DETAILS:
Main Level (Entrance):
- Living Area
- Dining Area
- Kitchen
- Full Bath
- Bedroom: Queen Bed
- Bedroom: Twin Bed & Twin Bunk Beds

Upper Level:
- Loft 
- Bedroom (Suite): King Bed, Attached Bath with Shower

Lower Level:
- Sitting Area
- Game Room
- Bedroom: Queen Bed
- Full Bath: Shower/Tub
- Laundry Room

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.

DOG BREED LIMITATIONS: Even in dog-friendly homes, it’s prohibited to bring any dog with a history or instance of aggressive or reactive tendencies. We welcome any dog which you know to be well-socialized, trained, and friendly in any situation involving others, both human and canine, as there may be nearby dogs at neighboring properties. However, due to restrictions in place by homeowner insurance policies, breeds listed as most aggressive are banned from all rentals, regardless of the training and temperament of the individual dog. You can view this restriction list and our full policy regarding dogs at https://www.deepcreek.com/contact-railey under “Pet Policies”.

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 (Filtered)
  8. Minimum Rental Age: 24
  9. No Smoking or Vaping Allowed
  10. Pets: Dog Friendly (Max. Allowed = 2)
    This home allows you to bring up to 2 dogs, without any additional fee. Please review the dog friendly portion of the contract upon booking, for full details. This home allows you to bring up to 2 dogs, without any additional fee. Please review the dog friendly portion of the contract upon booking, for full details.
  11. Water Equipment Not Provided (i.e. Kayaks)
  12. Wooded Setting
  13. Contactless Check-In & Check-Out

Bed Sizes & Suites

  1. Bedroom Suites: 1
  2. Kings: 1
  3. Queens: 2
  4. Twin/Twin Bunk Beds: 1
  5. Twins: 1
  6. Queen Sleeper Sofas: 1
  7. Twin Rollaways: 1

Booking & Renting Details

  1. Winter: 2+ Nights
  2. Spring: 2+ Nights
  3. Summer: Saturday - Saturday
  4. Fall/Autumn: 2+ Nights
  5. Holidays: 3+ Nights
  6. Now Accepting Short Summer Stays for 2024!

Community Perks

  1. Community Tennis

Inside

  1. A/C: Central Air
  2. Bath Towels Provided
  3. Bed Linens Provided
  4. Fire Extinguishers: 1
  5. Fireplaces (Gas): 1
  6. Internet: Wifi
  7. Landline Phone: None
  8. Ping Pong Table
  9. Pool Table
  10. Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
  11. Smoke Detector(s)

Inside | Appliances

  1. Coffee Makers (Drip): 1
  2. Dishwashers: 1
  3. Full-Size Fridges: 1
  4. Microwaves: 1
  5. Ovens: 1
  6. Stoves: 1
  7. Washers: 1
  8. Dryers: 1

Inside | Electronics

  1. Blu-Ray Players: None
  2. DVD Players: 1
  3. TVs (Box): 1
  4. TVs (Flat Screen): 3
  5. Peak WIFI Speeds: 100+ Mbps
    Speeds measured based on one user using service provider's network performance at time of testing. Data rates dependent on household usage and subject to variations.

Outside

  1. Grills (Gas): 1
  2. Max. Parking: 4 Vehicles
  3. No Off-Road Vehicles Permitted in Community
  4. Outdoor Fire Pit (Wood): 1
  5. Outdoor Hot Tubs: 1

Outside | Dock

  1. Swimming Dock Only, No Vessels Permitted.

Availability

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

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#Night Available#Night Unavailable#Arrive Only#Depart Only
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Location

33 Carmel Cove Drive, Swanton, 21561 US
Attraction Approximate Distance
Fireside Deli & Wine Shop 0.29 mi
Deep Creek Lake Discovery Center 0.36 mi
Deep Creek Lake State Park 0.93 mi
Dutch's at Silver Tree 1.43 mi
FunTime Watersports 1.48 mi
Copper Kettle Popcorn Factory 1.48 mi
Deep Creek Donuts 1.49 mi
Lakeside Creamery 1.49 mi
Ace's Run Restaurant & Pub 1.55 mi
Firewater Kitchen & Bar 1.55 mi
Uno Pizzeria & Grill 1.69 mi
Honi-Honi Bar 1.69 mi
Tourist Trap 1.69 mi
Christmas Chalet 1.70 mi
Arrowhead Market 1.73 mi
Bill's Marine Service 1.76 mi
Garrett 8 Cinemas 1.84 mi
Casselman Bakery & Cafe 1.88 mi
Fox's Pizza 1.90 mi
Deep Creek Seafood 1.91 mi
Trader's Coffee House 2.21 mi
Brenda's Pizzeria 2.22 mi
High Mountain Sports 2.27 mi
Thousand Acres Lakeside Golf Club 2.64 mi
JG's Pub 2.89 mi
Aquatic Center 3.41 mi
Little Sandy's 3.60 mi
219 Indoor Flea Market 3.62 mi
Deep Creek Axe Throwing Company 3.73 mi
Monkey Business Adventure Park 3.74 mi
Massage at the Lake 3.77 mi
Deep Creek Fun Zone 3.97 mi
Black Bear Tavern & Restaurant 4.01 mi
Short Story Brewing 4.02 mi
O.M.G. Relax & Gifts 4.02 mi
Pine Lodge Steakhouse 4.03 mi
Cashmere Clothing Co. 4.14 mi
Moonshadow Restaurant & Bar 4.35 mi
Deep Creek Marina 4.42 mi
Maryland 4-H Environment Education Camping Center 4.53 mi
Outdoor Elements at Wisp Resort 4.60 mi
Lodestone Golf Course 4.61 mi
Funland 4.65 mi
Glazed & Confused Donuts 4.65 mi
Ledo Pizza 4.65 mi
Deep Creek Pizza 4.68 mi
Adventure Sports Center International (ASCI) 4.77 mi
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery 4.79 mi
The Greene Turtle 4.79 mi
Trout's House Seafood 4.83 mi
Bear Creek Traders 4.84 mi
Shop 'N Save 4.84 mi
Ursus Americanus Trading Post 4.85 mi
Deep Creek Salon 4.85 mi
Mountain Flour Bakery 4.85 mi
Fantasy Valley Golf Course 4.95 mi
Canoe on the Run 5.01 mi
Silver Tree Marine 5.09 mi
Archie's Barbeque 5.41 mi
Shawnee Trading Post 5.54 mi
Katie's Ice Cream 5.78 mi
Fork Run Recreational Area 5.88 mi
Mountain State Brewing Co. 6.37 mi
Schoolhouse Earth 6.69 mi
Swallow Falls State Park 6.83 mi
Deep Creek Lavender Farm 6.86 mi
Sang Run Sports Shop 7.11 mi
The Rolling Pin Bakery, LLC 7.73 mi
China Wok 7.80 mi
Sang Run State Park 7.87 mi
Firefly Farms Creamery & Market 7.89 mi
Don Patron 7.93 mi
Wal-Mart Supercenter 8.05 mi
Simon Pearce Glassblowing 8.15 mi
Dairy Queen 8.29 mi
El Canelo Mexican Restaurant 8.37 mi
Garrett State Forest 8.50 mi
Denny's 8.57 mi
Big Run State Park 8.61 mi
Oakland Golf Club 8.79 mi
3rd Street Diner 8.98 mi
The Alley 9.02 mi
Herrington Manor State Park 9.12 mi
Pizza Hut 9.19 mi
Garrett County Museum of Transportation 9.29 mi
The Book Mark'et & Antique Mezzanine 9.32 mi
Garrett County Historical Museum 9.33 mi
Rudy's Clothing 9.35 mi
The Vagabond Taproom 9.37 mi
Englander's Antiques & Grill 9.39 mi
Devlers Ice Cream Co. 9.43 mi
Tomanetti's Pizzeria & Italian Eatery 9.46 mi
Miner Hickory Horseback Riding 9.75 mi
Alpine Lake Resort 11.27 mi
Sugar & Spice Bakery and Cheese 11.52 mi
Schrock's Country Store 11.82 mi
New Germany State Park 12.00 mi
Precision Rafting Expeditions 12.10 mi
All Earth Eco Tours 12.11 mi
Cove Run Farms 12.17 mi
Saffitickers Ice Cream 13.08 mi
Blue Moon Antiques 14.74 mi
Hey Pizza 14.74 mi
Grantsville, MD 14.75 mi
The Casselman Hotel & Restaurant 14.83 mi
JTF Ice Rink 14.89 mi
Casselman River Bridge State Park 15.06 mi
Penn Alps Restaurant & Craft Shop 15.13 mi
Grant's Mercantile 15.16 mi
Cornucopia Cafe 15.17 mi
Backbone Mountain Sports Shop 15.83 mi
Hill Top Fruit Market Home of Candyland 16.31 mi
Savage River Lodge 17.58 mi
Savage River 18.70 mi
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Vacationed November 2024

Reviewed on 2024-11-12 by Steve
5

Great House - Great Location. Close to restaurant's and State Parks.

Love to hear that you had an awesome time with us, Steve! It’s great to hear that the home, location, and amenities all came together for a great vacation experience. Thanks for the review and please come see us again soon! Madison, Railey Vacations

Better every time

Reviewed on 2024-10-04 by Lynne , Columbia, MD USA
5

This was our fourth stay at A Scandinavian Retreat. The owners have made small improvements between each visit. We love being able to bring our dog and the community path along the lake.

Hi Lynne! Thanks for the kind words. We love to hear that you had another great stay with us and enjoyed the new improvements made by the homeowners. We look forward to seeing you again soon! Madison, Railey Vacations

Vacationed September 2024

Reviewed on 2024-09-16 by Jill
4

Great location and easy access to the water.

Hi Jill! Thanks for the review. We are happy to hear that the location was optimal and that there was easy access. Please come see us again soon! Madison, Railey Vacations

Vacationed September 2024

Reviewed on 2024-09-16 by Jill
4

Great house! We truly enjoyed our stay.

Hi Jill! Thanks for the review. Glad to hear that everyone had a great time together and please come see us again soon! Madison, Railey Vacations

Vacationed August 2024

Reviewed on 2024-09-02 by Kirsten
3

The location is nice, quiet cove, near state park hiking trails and close to community dock for launching kayaks and SUP. The house feels like it has been a rental for a long time and could use some updates. The kitchen appliances, countertops and bedroom furnishings all were rather dated. The outdoor spaces were nice: good deck furniture, grill, hot tub and fire pit. The water front was less inviting, felt kind of neglected. We had a party of 11, seven adults and 4 kids and it felt a little tight—this would be a better fit for 8-9 people.

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback regarding your recent stay at our property Kirsten. We are pleased to hear that you appreciated the location, particularly its proximity to the state park hiking trails and the community dock for kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding. We also value your insights regarding the condition of the house. Your observations about the kitchen appliances, countertops, and bedroom furnishings are duly noted, and we understand the importance of providing a modern and comfortable environment for our guests. We will certainly pass this information over to the homeowners for consideration to future upgrades. We are glad that you enjoyed the outdoor spaces, including the deck furniture, grill, hot tub, and fire pit. However, we regret to hear that the waterfront area did not meet your expectations, and we will certainly look into ways to improve its appeal. Lastly, we appreciate your feedback regarding the accommodation capacity. We strive to provide accurate descriptions of our property, and your comments will help us better communicate the space available for larger groups. Thank you once again for your valuable feedback. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future and provide you with an improved experience. Madison, Railey Vacations

Vacationed August 2024

Reviewed on 2024-08-19 by Robyn
5

Absolutely fabulous location, we couldn't have asked for a better first experience coming to Deep Creek Lake!

Hi Robyn! Thanks for the kind words. Our staff and homeowners strive to provide a wonderful rental experience and we love to hear when we've succeeded. Please come see us again soon! Madison, Railey Vacations

Vacationed July 2024

Reviewed on 2024-08-06 by JANET
4

Nice house, good location, a few cons

Reviewed on 2024-07-29 by Sarah , Manchester, PA United States
3

Overall, we had a pleasant stay and would consider returning to this house. The cove is nice and reasonably quiet (dependent upon your vacationing neighbors) - good for families. The house sits near the end of a cul-de-sac so the street is also quiet and secluded. The kitchen is well stocked, although there is not much counter or storage space for extras. The upper deck is nice and we appreciated the gate for our dog. Plan on using the community dock for swimming as the lake entrance pictured at the house is very rocky.Cons are as follows:1. The mattress in the master bedroom is awful. It is so stiff that it's uncomfortable to sleep on. (Everyone else had no complaints about their mattress.)2. The ping pong table is not usable due to warping of the boards. Very disappointing.3. The neighbors at the end of the cul-de-sac, who we presume to be permanent residents, have 2 dogs that bark constantly when they're outside (which was a lot during our stay). Being a dog owner & lover myself, I found it disruptive, which says a lot.4. The hot tub stopped heating after only a handful of uses and we were told it wouldn't be fixed before we checked out because the rental company had to "vendor out" the work. They didn't even send someone by to check it.With a few reasonable upgrades, this house would have a 5 star rating from me.

We appreciate you taking the time out to leave us with your thoughts Sarah and are glad to hear that overall you had a pleasant experience and would consider returning in the future. We also appreciate your positive comments about the cove, the quiet street, and the well-stocked kitchen. Your feedback regarding the lack of counter and storage space, as well as the need for upgrades like a better mattress in the master bedroom, is duly noted. We will certainly pass these along to the homeowners to take these suggestions into consideration for future improvements. We do apologize for any inconvenience caused by issues such as the unusable ping pong table, noisy neighbors' dogs, and the malfunctioning hot tub. Rest assured that we will address these concerns with our team to ensure they are rectified promptly. Your valuable input helps us strive towards providing a 5-star experience for all our guests. We hope to have another opportunity to host you again in the future. Madison, Railey Vacations

Vacationed June 2024

Reviewed on 2024-07-02 by Mark
5

The location was great. Easy access to lake at community dock. We were able to walk to State Park for hiking trails. House was very clean and up to date decor. Would definitely stay again

Hi Mark! 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 A Scandinavian Retreat and hope to have the chance to rent to you again soon. Madison, Railey Vacations

Vacationed June 2024

Reviewed on 2024-06-16 by CODY
5

Vacationed in August 2023

Reviewed on 2023-09-01 by Devora
4

Vacationed in July 2023

Reviewed on 2023-08-07 by Charles
5

This house is perfect for large families or gatherings of extended family. Our group had 5 adults and 3 children and there was plenty of space/privacy as well as space for everyone to sit together and visit/chat. The public dock is close by for swimming/boating. Outdoor entertainment for the children/adults was not far. One child enjoyed the rope course while the whole group enjoyed a walk in Deep Creek State Park. We recommend this house to others to enjoy.

Hi Charles! We love hearing that you and your family had a great time and that there was plenty of space for all! And that you enjoyed all the activities here at the lake! Come see us again soon! Madison, Railey Vacations

Quiet and cozy

Reviewed on 2023-07-18 by Jennifer
5

This location is perfect if you're interested in a quiet week at the lake. The cove was perfect for kayaking and swimming and the community dock was a hit with the kids. We had a wonderful week!

Hi Jennifer! Thanks for the review! Pleased to hear that you and your family had a fun filled time together enjoying all the amenities the home had to offer! Please come see us again soon! Madison, Railey Vacations

My favorite house I’ve stayed in

Reviewed on 2023-05-21 by Lukas
5

Everything about the house was as advertised. Community docks were close too. We had one little complaint about poison ivy covering the path to the lake but other than that the place was perfect

Hi Lukas! It's great to hear that the home was all you had expected and even more! Sorry to hear about the poison ivy and will pass that information along to maintenance. Thanks for the review and we hope to have the chance to rent to you again soon! Madison, Railey Vacations

Great stay

Reviewed on 2022-09-17 by Lynne
5

Great stay

Hi Lynne! Thanks for the great review and so glad to hear that you and your family enjoyed your time with us at Scandinavian Retreat! We hope to see you soon!
Madison Miller, Railey Vacations

Perfect!!

Reviewed on 2022-08-14 by Elizabeth
5

This house easily accommodated our large group. It was well-equipped, well-maintained and comfortable. We had no complaints. The location is great, too. It’s close to the State Park and beach, horse-back riding, activities at Wisp, stores and restaurants. The cove is quiet and pretty.

Hi, Elizabeth. Wow! Thank you so much for your awesome review of A Scandinavian Retreat. The details you've shared here will be so helpful to other guests who are considering where to stay. We are so excited to hear that you had such a wonderful vacation, that the home accommodated your large group so comfortably, and that the amenities and location exceeded your expectations. When you're ready for another awesome Deep Creek vacation, please give us a call. We would love to host you again. -Susan, Railey Vacations

Vacationed In July 2022

Reviewed on 2022-08-08 by Margie
4

Amazing Stay

Reviewed on 2022-07-28 by Shannon
5

Great house! Had plenty of space for our group of 9.

Happy to hear it, Shannon! We appreciate you taking the time to leave your review and hope you'll be back to visit us again soon. - Jenn, Railey Vacations

Awesome house !!!

Reviewed on 2022-06-08 by Rose Fetchin
5

A Scandinavian Retreat was exactly like the photos . Awesome house. Quiet and had everything we needed .Kids loved the firepit, the hot tub, the ping pong table, we grilled, cooked and was a short stroll to the lake. Would definitely give it 5 stars. Thank you for a wonderful stay.

Hi, Rose. It's so wonderful to hear that A Scandinavian Retreat provided your family all the indoor and outdoor space needed to really have a great vacation. It also sounds like the amenities and extras provided in the home were put to good use. We are so pleased your family enjoyed their stay, and we would love to host you again soon. - Susan, Railey Vacations

Nice home! Clean and comfortable!

Reviewed on 2022-05-25 by Jin Ma
5

Nice home! Clean and comfortable!

We're so glad to hear that your stay was everything you wanted it to be, Jin Ma. Thank you so much for your kind review. We're looking forward to hosting you again. -Susan Railey Vacations

Lovely Location, Dog Friendly!

Reviewed on 2021-10-25 by Stephanie
4

The location for this place is great - at the end of a quiet road, with lakefront access. The house was very clean and tidy, and fitted our group of 4 adults and 2 dogs well. Loved the hot tub, and so grateful to the owner for allowing pets! Especially loved the addition of a gate on the dock upstairs to keep the dogs in while we relaxed outside. The rockers on the deck were lovely and comfy. One update that would be helpful are new couches - we found the couches in the main living space to be very deep and uncomfortable, and they were difficult for a few members of our party to get up and down from. We would definitely stay again if those were updated, as it's a lovely property overall.

I’m happy to hear that your group had a great time at A Scandinavian Retreat overall, Stephanie! Thanks for your feedback regarding the couches; we’ve shared your suggestion with the homeowner for consideration when making updates. Your review is so appreciated! We hope you’ll return for another DCL getaway soon. - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Cute House

Reviewed on 2021-09-23 by Susan
5

The house was great, nice quiet location tucked into Carmel Cove. House was clean and comfortable.

I'm happy to hear A Scandinavian Retreat offered everything you needed for a fun and relaxing getaway, Susan! Please don't hesitate to visit again soon. - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Great House for Multi-Generational Small Family

Reviewed on 2021-09-01 by Crystal
5

For a small family with 4 generations (ages ranging from 3 to 83), it was the perfect size and location. The house was nicely appointed and comfortable.

We're so glad your family felt right at home at A Scandinavian Retreat Crystal! Thanks for staying with us. We hope you'll visit again soon! - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Great house!

Reviewed on 2021-08-31 by Kelly
3

We loved the privacy of this house. It was very cozy in the evenings. The lake access was great but very rocky and slippery. Once you get past the rocks, the water was perfect. The grill was questionable. It clearly hasn’t been cleaned for a while. If you like softer pillows then bring your own. The pillows are very very firm. Otherwise this was a great place to stay. Very convenient to get to the state park and shops.

Hi there, Kelly - thanks for your review! I’m so glad to hear that you found much to love about A Scandinavian Retreat and appreciate you leaving some feedback on the aspects of the home that you feel could be improved. We’ll have our maintenance team take a look at the grill to make sure it is in good condition for our future guests. Should it need to be replaced, we’ll inform the homeowner right away. We’ll also share your feedback on the pillows with the homeowner for consideration, but because mattress and pillow preferences vary so greatly, we appreciate your advice to our future guests who prefer softer pillows. We thank you again for taking the time to share your thoughts and sincerely hope we can host you again soon! - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Beautiful location, nice but small house, awful couches.

Reviewed on 2021-08-18 by Karen
2

Furnishings and kitchen need a lot of upgrades but the deck and location and privacy are all terrific. Know your priorities but the lake and the cove never disappoint!

Thanks for your review, Karen - I’m sorry to hear that you found the furnishings and kitchen at A Scandinavian Retreat to be disappointing. Your feedback is greatly appreciated and will be shared with the homeowner for use during future updates. I’m glad to learn that you were able to enjoy the deck and the Carmel Cove area, and hope that these aspects helped you to have a good visit overall. Thanks again for taking the time to share your experience, and we hope to host you again soon. - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Beautiful, best vacation in a while!!

Reviewed on 2021-06-29 by Danielle
5

We had so much fun and it was a beautiful location. Can't wait to go back next year!!

So glad to hear you had a great time, Danielle! We'll see you again next time - can't wait! - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Vacationed in May 2021

Reviewed on 2021-05-31 by Amanda
5

Very nice stay and clean. Good location and access to the lake. Great that we could bring our dog too! (Reviewed on Airbnb)

I’m glad to hear that your entire group had a wonderful time at A Scandinavian Retreat, Amanda, and am happy to know that your pup was able to join the fun! Please come back for another DCL getaway soon. - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Great stay; needed guidance for using TV

Reviewed on 2021-05-27 by Frank Quine and Mary Ellen Doran-Quine , BROADLANDS, VA United States
4

First stayed at Scandinavian Retreat in 2003, and then many times after that. Another enjoyable visit to the Carmel Cove area. One suggestion: Owners should provide an instruction sheet for the TV in the main-floor living room (LIVING ROOM TV INSTRUCTION: Use Samsung remote to turn on Samsung TV. Use Comcast remote for channel selection. Use number pad to enter a station (0-2), then Channel Up arrow to determine all available stations and their access numbers. Use Mute button on Samsung remote for volume control or volume on/off.) We finally called your IT office on Day Two, and they provided guidance that we noted above.

We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed another relaxing stay, Frank and Mary Ellen! Thanks so much for providing your feedback and some helpful tips for future guests, as well. We'll see you again next time! - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Vacationed In May 2021

Reviewed on 2021-05-26 by Allan
4

No Additional Comment

Thanks for taking the time to leave your review, Allan! Glad to hear you enjoyed your visit. Come back and relax again soon! - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Pet friendly but needs small improvements

Reviewed on 2021-05-20 by Lynne
4

We loved being able to bring our dog. We enjoyed the hot tub and the easily accessible path along the lake. However, there is too much furniture in the house. Several of the seats at the table are blocked by a desk and the upstairs bedroom had a Christmas tree (in May), a massive chair, and a rollaway bed leaving almost no floor space. There were only two of us and it felt crowded.

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback, Lynne - we'll pass along your comments to the owner in order to make your next visit even better than the last! I'm so glad to hear that, overall, you were able to enjoy your stay at A Scandinavian Retreat. We hope to have you back again soon! - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Great getaway for a small gathering

Reviewed on 2021-05-05 by Nicholas
5

We had a great time at this property. The house was a great size for 5 people, and we didn't even use the 4th bedroom. The lake is a few dozen feet away from the back door and the community dock is only a couple houses down. The location puts you extremely close to DCL State Park. The internet was solid for us, even when popping on a work Zoom call and streaming at the same time. Comfortable bed in the upstairs master, which is a nice change from many rentals and hotels. It isn't a fancy house, but it is just a nice place to relax and base from.

Thanks so much for the great review, Nicholas! We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay and hope to have you back again soon. - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Vacationed In April 2021

Reviewed on 2021-04-15 by Tom
5

Peaceful location and well appointed and cared for. Our entire family enjoyed the time there, including our 4 legged little guy.

So glad you and your pup had a great time, Tom! Please come back and visit us again soon. - Jenn, Railey Vacations

Vacationed In August 2020

Reviewed on 2020-09-22 by Carroll
5

Nothing wrong with the home! Our party size will require more space next time.

Glad you enjoyed the home, Kim! If you need assistance finding a larger accommodation next time, please feel free to reach out to one of our Vacation Specialists; they'd be happy to help! - Jenn, Railey Vacations

Vacationed In July 2020

Reviewed on 2020-08-27 by Mike
4

The property management was fantastic. Responded very quickly to the dishwasher issue and went beyond necessary when the WiFi quit working. Losing the WiFi wasn’t that big of deal but the response was!

Thanks Mike, we're always happy to hear that our staff provided such a great guest experience. We hope you'll be back to visit us again soon! - Jenn, Railey Vacations

Vacationed In July 2020

Reviewed on 2020-08-25 by Julie
4

No Additional Comment

Thanks so much for taking the time to leave your review, Julie! We hope to have you back again soon. - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Vacationed In June 2020

Reviewed on 2020-06-29 by Renee
5

We had a great time at the beautifully wooded Scandinavian Retreat! It's a beautiful & well cared for home. We mainly go to Deep Creek to spend some much needed time with family, and to give our husbands some time to fish. This house worked out perfectly for that. The only downfall, which we knew when we selected the house, was that we wouldn't be able to rent a pontoon boat and dock it near the house. It's too shallow, and there's also a really low bridge that goes over the inlet that leads to the house. My brother-in-law brought his small fishing boat and said that they even had to duck below the bridge on his boat. Other than that, we feel that the place was perfect for us. We spent the rainy days at the house playing games or relaxing in the hot tub (since it's undercover). It was a very nice, relaxing time for the whole family.

Thanks for the great review, Renee! We hope you'll be visiting us again in the near future - we look forward to it! - Jenn, Railey Vacations

Vacationed In June 2020

Reviewed on 2020-06-17 by Kriste
5

No Additional Comment

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave your review, Kriste! We're thrilled to hear that your stay warranted 5 stars. Come back and relax again soon! - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Vacationed in November 2019

Reviewed on 2019-11-30 by Lauren
5

Wonderful location and great venue. (Reviewed on Airbnb)

We’re so glad you enjoyed it, Lauren! Please come back for another great Scandinavian Retreat soon! - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Location and Retreat was great.

Reviewed on 2019-10-23 by Frank
5

Location and Retreat was great. Accommodations were outstanding. The Hot Tub was most enjoyable. Grand kids and pets felt right at home too.

Thanks for the review, Frank! Glad you enjoyed your time and we hope to see you again soon! - Jenn, Railey Vacations

enjoyed our stay

Reviewed on 2019-10-01 by Marcia & Rich
5

We really enjoyed our stay! Everything was nice and also clean. Thank you for allowing our Scottie to come. We respected the property so that we may return next year! Hopefully we can stay longer next year!

Glad you enjoyed your stay, Marcia and Rich! We look forward to seeing you all again in the future! - Jenn, Railey Vacations

Vacationed in August 2019

Reviewed on 2019-08-21 by Barbara
4

We had four teenagers and two younger children; all of whom (along with some of the adults) enjoyed the hot tub and pool table, the younger two were also enthusiastic fishermen. We roasted marshmallows at the fire pit for s'mores, took advantage of the lake for swimming, paddle-boarding and kayaking, and found a pleasant route for walking to the Discovery Center in the State Park. We had some issues with wi-fi and internet--Railey response was excellent. We did miss having our own dock, and would have preferred a better view of the lake and easier access. All in all, though, we had a very good week.

Glad to hear you and your family had a good time, Barbara! Please come back and see us again soon. If you decide you'd like a home with different amenities, please don't hesitate to reach out to one of our Vacation Specialists - they'd be happy to assist!  - Jenn, Railey Vacations

Home was very clean

Reviewed on 2019-07-26 by Clarice
5

We enjoyed our vacation stay at Scandinavian Retreat. The home was very clean. We liked the lake view. We enjoyed the public dock which was quick and easy to walk to and because of the dates we stayed, it was not busy. We set up our flotilla of floating flamingos, rafts, and a unicorn and lazed on the lake. The grandkids and grand dogs loved it. All enjoyed the swimming in the beautiful clean fresh water lake. We fished, caught some fish, and threw them back. I enjoyed walking down to the home’s private view of the lake. I drank my morning tea at the lakeside table and chairs that are set up there. We all enjoyed roasting marshmallows around the fire pit. And grilling one night on the large deck overlooking the lake. The kids and grandkids enjoyed playing pool on the pool table. And one couple enjoyed the hot tub. We went to Wisp for the mountain coaster. And to Funland for miniature golf and go-karts. The dogs loved the outdoors and we are thankful to the home owners for allowing them. We were respectful of the property so dogs will continue to be welcome. The home is towards the end of the street so it was quiet. Everyday, the kids and grandkids said it is a great place and a great vacation. We were there basically Thursday - Saturday with great weather. We had plenty to do at the home and the attractions in the Deep Creek area.

Thank you for the great review, Clarice! We truly appreciate you taking the time to leave it and are so happy you and your family had a wonderful time. We hope to see you all back here again soon! - Jenn, Railey Vacations

nice location

Reviewed on 2019-06-10 by Kristy
4

Nice location with everything we needed or wanted within minutes . Water front property with wooded yard . State park nearby. Beautiful place would rent again .

Glad you had a great time Kristy, please come see us again soon! - Jenn, Railey Vacations

We will book again

Reviewed on 2019-02-27 by Courtney
5

We had 7 adults, couples and singles, and there was plenty of private space for everyone to not have to feel like we were "bunking over." The gas fireplace was lovely, and there was plenty of couch and table seating for both relaxing and meals. Having bath towels and linens provided was a nice touch. Water pressure and hot water availability was never an issue. The kitchen was well-appointed, had plenty of everything, and was comfortable for some family-style cooking in. We did not use the TVs, but even with everyone on the internet, occasionally working, we did not notice any lag. The home was very clean, uncluttered, but comfortable and homey. No access issues whatsoever: the drive was steep but plowed, deck was shoveled, and steps were clear (save for the weather that happened during our stay). The dog was very welcome, and we made sure to treat the home with respect - hopefully more pups can make the trip. Office staff was welcoming and had treats for him when I popped in for check-in and check-out. We could have used more ice-melt, and the trash bins were full from previous tenants or neighbors, but it was nothing we needed to call for. I reported it upon check-out and the staff was already heading to address it. We adored the setting and having the luxury of being able to walk to the lake on the property was a treat. Thank you for a super stay - we will book again!

What a wonderful review Courtney, we're so glad you had a great time! We appreciate you taking the time to write this and truly look forward to having you and your group back again in the future! - Jenn, Railey Vacations

Great place, minor complaints

Reviewed on 2019-02-04 by Jon
5

This was such a great place with a perfect atmosphere. Loved the "tucked away" location which made for a beautiful, cozy view with the 8" of snow that day! Unfortunately neither the dishwasher or toaster worked for us, but my main complaint is that with all of the snow, the steep driveway was not salted and the top deck was left un-shoveled. I thought that would have been taken care of for arriving guests since its a main feature of the house. Luckily we brought a shovel and cleared the snow from the deck ourselves. Nonetheless, we had a great time and would definitely rent again!

Thank you for the feedback, Jon. We've passed along the comments regarding the toaster and microwave to ensure these are in proper working order for future guests and sincerely apologize that we did not meet your expectations with the salting and clearing of snow. Please know this is not the typical Railey standard. We hope you'll give us a chance to make up for it during a future visit! - Jenn, Railey Vacations

Amazing property gorgeous home

Reviewed on 2019-01-25 by Joshua
5

Loved the house it was the perfect place and very close to wisp. I would definitely stay again as I had zero issues when I was there. Even the neighbor was helpful when we got stuck on the driveway getting out due to snow.

Happy to hear it was a great stay, Joshua! Please come back and visit us again soon. - Jenn, Railey Vacations

Everything was clean

Reviewed on 2018-12-30 by Jose
5

Everything was clean beautiful the lake is beautiful around is beautiful the house was beautiful. The whole family enjoy the holidays in this house we appreciate are you guys for the service great great great service. We hope we can go back and that year that’s our goal again thank you very much.

Thanks so much for the wonderful review, Jose. We hope to host you again in the coming years as well! - Jenn, Railey Vacations