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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. Lake Forest Estates
Booked 1 Time In The Last Week
Dog Friendly
1 Bed
1 Bath
House
5 Guests
4.5143
(70 Reviews)
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Description

DESCRIPTION:
Reserve this adorable stone cottage with everything you will need to enjoy a quaint visit to Deep Creek Lake! Feel right at home at Water in the Sky! A wooden door opens to the cozy interior that is truly an original cottage to our area. Spend your time outdoors enjoying all the amenities this wonderful cottage offers. Venture outside to find a spacious gently sloping yard and a whimsical path to the water’s edge. This home offers a dock slip and lake front area. Roast marshmallows around the stone fire pit, and use the grill to enjoy lunch around the picnic table. If you’re up for a challenge, try your hand at horseshoes or find the face in the tree trunk! Step into Water in the Sky and Find a Slower Pace at Deep Creek Lake!


ACCESS DETAILS:
Private Lake Front and dock slip located on property. Please note that docks are only guaranteed from Memorial Day through Labor Day.


COMMUNITY/AREA DETAILS:
Located in the Lake Forest Estates Community at Deep Creek Lake.


LAYOUT DETAILS:
Main Level:
- Living Room: Queen Sleeper Sofa
- Kitchen: A/C: (Window Unit)
- Bedroom: King Bed, Twin Bunk Bed and Twin Roll-A-Way Bed
- Sunroom
- Full Bath: Shower/Tub
- Laundry Area


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.
There is a working wood fireplace available for use, however firewood is not provided. Locally available for purchase.

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

Bed Sizes & Suites

  1. Kings: 1
  2. Twin/Twin Bunks w/Trundle: 1
  3. Queen Sleeper Sofas: 1
  4. Twin Rollaways: 1

Booking & Renting Details

  1. Winter: 2+ Nights
  2. Spring: 2+ Nights
  3. Summer: Short Summer Stays (2 Night Min.)
  4. Fall/Autumn: 2+ Nights
  5. Holidays: 3+ Nights

Community Perks

  1. No Community Amenities

Inside

  1. A/C: Partial/Other
  2. Bath Towels Provided
  3. Bed Linens Provided
  4. Fire Extinguishers: 1
  5. Fireplaces (Gas): 1
  6. Internet: Wifi
  7. Landline Phone: None
  8. Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
  9. 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: 1
  2. DVD Players: 1
  3. TVs (Box): 2

Outside

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

Outside | Dock

  1. Private Dock: 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

440 Lake Forest Drive, Oakland, 21550 US
Attraction Approximate Distance
Lodestone Golf Course 1.49 mi
Fork Run Recreational Area 1.80 mi
JG's Pub 2.12 mi
219 Indoor Flea Market 2.22 mi
Little Sandy's 2.26 mi
Swallow Falls State Park 2.43 mi
Brenda's Pizzeria 2.55 mi
Trader's Coffee House 2.56 mi
High Mountain Sports 2.57 mi
Deep Creek Seafood 2.61 mi
Aquatic Center 2.65 mi
Garrett 8 Cinemas 2.70 mi
Fox's Pizza 2.70 mi
Adventure Sports Center International (ASCI) 2.70 mi
Casselman Bakery & Cafe 2.71 mi
Christmas Chalet 2.79 mi
Tourist Trap 2.80 mi
Arrowhead Market 2.80 mi
Uno Pizzeria & Grill 2.83 mi
Honi-Honi Bar 2.83 mi
Deep Creek Axe Throwing Company 2.83 mi
Monkey Business Adventure Park 2.84 mi
Ace's Run Restaurant & Pub 2.90 mi
Firewater Kitchen & Bar 2.90 mi
Bill's Marine Service 2.92 mi
Lakeside Creamery 2.95 mi
Deep Creek Donuts 2.96 mi
Copper Kettle Popcorn Factory 2.96 mi
FunTime Watersports 2.97 mi
Deep Creek Fun Zone 3.19 mi
Dutch's at Silver Tree 3.20 mi
Black Bear Tavern & Restaurant 3.23 mi
Pine Lodge Steakhouse 3.24 mi
Short Story Brewing 3.28 mi
O.M.G. Relax & Gifts 3.28 mi
Outdoor Elements at Wisp Resort 3.31 mi
Cashmere Clothing Co. 3.37 mi
Fantasy Valley Golf Course 3.57 mi
Sang Run Sports Shop 3.69 mi
Deep Creek Marina 3.70 mi
Trout's House Seafood 3.76 mi
The Greene Turtle 3.77 mi
Ledo Pizza 3.78 mi
Funland 3.85 mi
Glazed & Confused Donuts 3.86 mi
Deep Creek Pizza 3.90 mi
Canoe on the Run 3.90 mi
Silver Tree Marine 3.90 mi
Bear Creek Traders 3.94 mi
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery 3.95 mi
Ursus Americanus Trading Post 3.96 mi
Deep Creek Salon 3.96 mi
Mountain Flour Bakery 3.96 mi
Shop 'N Save 3.96 mi
Moonshadow Restaurant & Bar 4.01 mi
Archie's Barbeque 4.05 mi
Garrett State Forest 4.07 mi
Deep Creek Lake Discovery Center 4.09 mi
Deep Creek Lake State Park 4.27 mi
Katie's Ice Cream 4.44 mi
Fireside Deli & Wine Shop 4.55 mi
Massage at the Lake 4.58 mi
Sang Run State Park 4.79 mi
Mountain State Brewing Co. 4.84 mi
Shawnee Trading Post 5.23 mi
Herrington Manor State Park 5.30 mi
China Wok 5.64 mi
Schoolhouse Earth 5.68 mi
Don Patron 5.75 mi
Wal-Mart Supercenter 5.97 mi
Dairy Queen 6.06 mi
El Canelo Mexican Restaurant 6.12 mi
Denny's 6.28 mi
Oakland Golf Club 6.29 mi
Deep Creek Lavender Farm 6.35 mi
Thousand Acres Lakeside Golf Club 6.44 mi
3rd Street Diner 6.67 mi
Pizza Hut 6.93 mi
Garrett County Museum of Transportation 6.97 mi
Garrett County Historical Museum 7.02 mi
The Book Mark'et & Antique Mezzanine 7.02 mi
Alpine Lake Resort 7.04 mi
Rudy's Clothing 7.04 mi
Simon Pearce Glassblowing 7.07 mi
The Vagabond Taproom 7.09 mi
Englander's Antiques & Grill 7.09 mi
Devlers Ice Cream Co. 7.10 mi
Tomanetti's Pizzeria & Italian Eatery 7.16 mi
The Alley 7.29 mi
Maryland 4-H Environment Education Camping Center 8.17 mi
The Rolling Pin Bakery, LLC 8.32 mi
Firefly Farms Creamery & Market 8.54 mi
Schrock's Country Store 9.49 mi
Sugar & Spice Bakery and Cheese 9.51 mi
Precision Rafting Expeditions 10.89 mi
All Earth Eco Tours 10.92 mi
Saffitickers Ice Cream 11.01 mi
Miner Hickory Horseback Riding 12.54 mi
Big Run State Park 12.99 mi
Cove Run Farms 13.13 mi
Backbone Mountain Sports Shop 14.37 mi
New Germany State Park 15.68 mi
Bruceton Wellness Center & Himalayan Salt Cave 17.37 mi
Blue Moon Antiques 17.57 mi
Hey Pizza 17.58 mi
Grantsville, MD 17.60 mi
JTF Ice Rink 17.70 mi
The Casselman Hotel & Restaurant 17.71 mi
Casselman River Bridge State Park 18.01 mi
Penn Alps Restaurant & Craft Shop 18.10 mi
Grant's Mercantile 18.12 mi
Cornucopia Cafe 18.14 mi
Hill Top Fruit Market Home of Candyland 19.59 mi
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Things to Know

Additional Details

  1. Area of Lake: Central
  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

Memories

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Vacationed November 2024

Reviewed on 2024-11-28 by Tanner
5

Beautiful home, furnished extremely well, highly recommend.

Happy to hear that Water in the Sky was a perfect vacation rental for you and your group Tanner! Thanks for the review and please come see us again soon! Madison, Railey Vacations

Holiday Stay

Reviewed on 2024-11-27 by Kate
5

My husband and I stayed here with our small dog for a few days over Thanksgiving. It was wonderful! The kitchen had everything we needed to make a big meal, the living room was cozy with the fireplace on and the bathroom and bedroom were clean and comfortable. We really had no complaints and would absolutely visit again during the warmer months.

Thank you so much for your kind review! We're happy to hear that you and your husband had a wonderful stay with us over the Thanksgiving holiday. It's great to know that the kitchen, living room, and accommodations met your needs and provided a cozy and comfortable experience. We appreciate your feedback Kate and look forward to welcoming you back during the warmer months. Madison, Railey Vacations

Vacationed November 2024

Reviewed on 2024-11-11 by Phyllis
5

Fun time

Reviewed on 2024-11-07 by Kristen
5

We really enjoyed the location of the property. We had our own private access to the lake. Sun room was nice with a little heater, we had coffee and breakfast there in the morning. We got an email a couple days before our trip that the hot tub was broken, but they were awesome and fixed it quickly so we could use it on our trip! Cabin was very clean and stocked with all the kitchen appliances and amenities needed! Hope we will be staying there again next year!

Hi Kristen! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the property's location, the sun room, and the hot tub. We strive to provide our guests with a clean, well-equipped cabin and a comfortable experience. Your feedback is greatly appreciated, and we look forward to welcoming you back next year. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we're thrilled that we were able to meet your expectations. Thank you for choosing our property, and we can't wait to have you stay with us again. Madison, Railey Vacations

Hot Tub was Broken

Reviewed on 2024-10-25 by Cynthia
3

We received notice on the day of check-in, that the hot tub was broken. This was one of the main reasons we chose this property. Very disappointing…

We apologize for the inconvenience caused by the hot tub being out of order during your stay Cynthia. We understand this was one of the key features that influenced your decision to book with us. Please know that we are working diligently to have the hot tub repaired as soon as possible. We value your feedback and hope you will consider staying with us again in the future. Madison, Railey Vacations

Vacationed October 2024

Reviewed on 2024-10-21 by Patricia
4

Cabin is cozy for 2 people, as long as temps stay in the 40s or higher. Area is quiet; maintenance by Railey is responsive.

We appreciate you for taking the time to leave us with your feedback Patricia. Our Railey staff and homeowners strive to provide the best rental experience and we love to hear when we’ve succeeded! Looking forward to seeing you again soon! Madison, Railey Vacations

Water in the Sky property

Reviewed on 2024-10-08 by Robert
5

Property was well maintained. Pictures were spot on. Clean, well equipped and hot tub was clean and ready but hose was left running from cleaning the hot tub which left puddles and slightly muddy condition. There was no charcoal grill as advertised and propane grill was on premises but no propane tank attached

Thank you for your feedback Robert. We appreciate you taking the time to review your experience. We are glad to hear that the property was well-maintained and the pictures were accurate. However, we regret the issues you encountered with the hot tub and the missing charcoal grill. We will address these concerns to ensure a better experience for our future guests. Please accept our sincere apologies for any inconvenience caused. We hope you will consider staying with us again in the future. Madison, Railey Vacations

Quaint & Cozy

Reviewed on 2024-10-07 by Brett
5

Perfect little cottage tucked away in the woods with a great view of the lake which our dogs were absolutely thrilled to swim in

Thank you so much for the wonderful review Brett! We're delighted to hear that you and your furry friends had such an enjoyable stay in our cozy cottage. Your feedback is greatly appreciated and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Madison, Railey Vacations

Don’t come here—we want it all to ourselves!

Reviewed on 2024-06-17 by Nikki
5

Such a cool hidden gem. Absolutely perfect place for me, my husband, and our two kids. It was so peaceful and quiet. We can’t wait to come back!

We appreciate you for taking the time to leave us with your feedback Niki! Our Railey staff and homeowners strive to provide the best rental experience and we love to hear when we’ve succeeded! Looking forward to seeing you again soon! Madison, Railey Vacations

Vacationed May 2024

Reviewed on 2024-05-29 by Beth
5

Vacationed May 2024

Reviewed on 2024-05-20 by Sharon & Albert
5

Very cute small rental. No curtains on front windows and people walking can look in. No closet to hang up clothes. Sofa needs replaced bottom cushions slide off. Walkway to dock had washed out. Back door on sunroom broken did not latch or lock. Overall it's a nice small rental.

We appreciate your feedback Sharon and Albert and we will be sure to pass along your recommendations to the homeowners for consideration of future improvements to the home. However we are so happy to hear that overall you had a good time and we hope to have the chance to rent to you again soon! Madison, Railey Vacations

Vacationed May 2024

Reviewed on 2024-05-11 by Sharon
4

Nice small home. Bathroom recently updated, kitchen fully stocked.

Thanks for the review Sharon! We are happy to hear that you enjoyed the new renovations and that the home was equipped for all of your needs. Please come see us again soon! Madison, Railey Vacations

Vacationed February 2024

Reviewed on 2024-02-24 by keith
5

It's been years since we stayed at the particular home but great memories were made and we enjoyed the community pool

Thank you for the kind words Keith! It's great to hear that you and your family made life long memories and enjoyed the amenities. Please come see us again soon! Madison, Railey Vacations

Vacationed in February 2024

Reviewed on 2024-02-22 by Don
4

Wish I could have given it a 5 and the location would dictate as much but we had a couple issues with the cabin. First the great. The hot tub/view was awesome. Little icy so exercise caution. We really enjoyed the back porch too. Firepit worked as expected :) Internet. big TV with cable/movies a nice added touch. Issues keeping it from a 5. One was the lack of a functioning fireplace. Its in the pictures but according to the maintenance tech it is not yet hooked up to gas. Bummer. Also there was an issue with getting in and out of the cabin. We knew the road was unimproved and the driveway was little better. NP we had 4x4 but the entrance to the cabin was either icy or muddy. We had to use salt so we didnt fall but that created some mud. Which made a mess. Perhaps a concrete walkway would help. We were vigilant about trying to keep the floors clean but we couldn't find any cleaning products, mop, vacuum or a decent broom. Anyway we bought some salt, a broom, 409 and some more paper towels and survived. Also not pleased with Railey for telling us we could check in early. We got there early (1pm) only to find out there is a 90 dollar fee for checking in early. Remember this. You can check in early but not before one. You can pay the early check in, which we did, since we were there at noon and check in after one or you can save 90 bucks and check in for free after 3pm. Perhaps there is a miscommunication but when someone tells you that you can check in early and then you get there early only to find out if you want to check in early its going to be 90 bucks. Well that's a little bit of a gotcha IMO

We appreciate you taking the time out to leave us with a detailed review Don! It's good to hear that the location, hot tub and view were the highlight of your trip! We will be sure to pass along your suggestions and concerns to the homeowners including the fireplace, cleaning products, and walkway entry for consideration of future upgrades to the home. Our staff and homeowners value your feedback and will be doing all that we can to make the property safe and functional for future rentals. Also we would like to mention that all early check in's come with a required fee before our check in time at 4pm but we will be sure to follow up with our staff and ensure that the correct policy is being advocated. Otherwise we are pleased that overall you and your family had a great time with us and we hope to have the opportunity to rent to you again in the future where I am confident we can provide a better rental experience. Madison, Railey Vacations

It's great by the lake

Reviewed on 2023-12-27 by Mike
5

This Lake Forest property is rustic and cozy. The Lake Views and Sunsets are spectacular. The house has good amenities and we had a great time. Railey's staff was professional, courteous, and provided great service. Thank you.

Hi Mike! We are happy to hear that the home, location, and amenities all came together for a wonderful rental experience. Thanks for the review and please come see us again soon! Madison, Railey Vacations

Could have been so much better

Reviewed on 2023-12-20 by Roberta , Lutherville Timon, Maryland United States
3

With a little effort, this place could be great. There’s no curtains on the windows in the kitchen so you feel like you’re in a fishbowl. There’s not a single hook or bar to hang things on in the bath. No place to hang towels or robes to dry - it’s literally ridiculous. As many others have written, when will properly management take a few minutes to add some Velcro and fix the couch cushions so the couch can be used without the cushions and guests sliding onto the floor. The quantity of chipped and damaged dishes and mugs is insane - this stuff harbors germs - just toss it - there’s so much other stuff for a cabin that sleeps so few people. There no broom or dustpan or vacuum. After a few days we had tracked in so many leaves and there was nothing to clean up after ourselves with. We grabbed a broom at a local spot to not leave a filthy mess and to no live in filth while we were there. Hot tub heated up first day then fuse tripped and couldn’t be reset was unusable. Fire place was marked out of service. Oven door didn’t close and was unable to cook in oven. The pantry is so crammed full of a million multiples of things that there’s no room to put your food stuff when you arrive. The bedroom is dark - no ample light for getting ready. I mean - I could keep going but I don’t see why I should.

We appreciate you taking the time out to leave us with your feedback Roberta and we sincerely apologize for any inconvenience you experienced during your stay with us. We take our guest's experience very seriously and will be sure to pass along these issues to the homeowners as well as our property management to ensure that these issues are corrected in a timely manner. However we do hope you and your group had a good time here at Deep Creek and to have the opportunity to rent to you again in the future for a better rental experience. Madison, Railey Vacations

Vacationed October 2023

Reviewed on 2023-10-24 by Patricia
4

Vacationed September 2023

Reviewed on 2023-10-13 by Renee
4

The cabin was perfect for a getaway for my husband and I. Very cozy, clean and well equipped. The cabin was scheduled for some updates that were well needed so we took that into consideration. We’ll be renting from Railey Vacations again.

Hi Renee! We appreciate your feedback and are pleased to hear that you and your husband enjoyed your time at Water In The Sky! We look forward to seeing from you again soon! Madison, Railey Vacations

Vacationed October 2023

Reviewed on 2023-10-10 by Lisa
5

Vacationed in September 2023

Reviewed on 2023-09-19 by Kristen
4

We enjoyed our week at the cottage. It was so nice to walk out the back door and down to the dock. We enjoyed a multi-day boat rental to take advantage of the wonderful waterfront and our biggest decision each day was which direction to head to go fish and explore the lake. The hot tub was a great way to top off a day on the water upon our return to the house. We enjoyed the back porch for morning coffee and evening reading. The king bed was very comfortable. Our dog loved the opportunity to romp in the water by the dock, we appreciate that we were able to have him with us on our vacation!

Hi Kristen! Thank you for the kind review! It's great to hear that you and your group had an amazing time enjoying all the amenities the home had to offer. We hope to have the opportunity to rent to you again in the future! Madison, Railey Vacations

Perfect Getaway!

Reviewed on 2023-07-04 by Joann , Baltimore, Maryland United States
5

Water in the sky was the perfect place for me and my hubby to escape for a while. It was rainy, windy and cooler than we expected it would be so we didnt enjoy the use of the hot tub, but this property was comfortable, clean, beautiful and well maintained. Our dog enjoy it too.

So glad you enjoyed your stay at Water in the Sky, Joann! Happy to hear it was the perfect getaway and we truly appreciate you taking the time to let us know. Please do come back and see us again soon! - Jenn, Railey Vacations

Charming cottage for a quiet getaway.

Reviewed on 2023-06-12 by Shivaugn
5

Lovely, but....

Reviewed on 2023-05-28 by Lea , Pittsburgh, Pa. USA
4

We are repeat renters for this lovely cabin. It is so quaint and well stocked and clean. However, the sofa desperately needs replaced. The cushions slide off and quests can not sit on it comfortably.

Hi Lea! Thank you for your feedback! We will be sure to pass this along to our homeowners for future improvements to the home. Otherwise we are glad ti hear that you and your family enjoyed your time with us and we hope to see you again soon! Madison, Railey Vacations

A surprising gem!

Reviewed on 2023-05-02 by Cara
5

Yesvery good

Reviewed on 2023-04-29 by Kurt
4

Cute Cottage

Reviewed on 2023-04-17 by Kera
3

This little Cottage was super cute, cozy, and private. It was very nice to have a view of the lake from the sun porch. Lots of mosquitos this time of year. I was disappointed that the hot tub wasn’t clean enough to enjoy. It looked like it wasn’t cleaned for a good while — dirt/film around the inside of the hot tub/seats and dead mosquitos floating in the water.

Kera, thank you for your comments regarding your stay at Water in the Sky. We certainly do apologize that you had issues with the hot tub. Please know that if you ever stay with us again, we are always available to come out to the property and address any issues that you may have. We hope you will come back to stay with us again in the future so that we can make your next stay the best it can be! Jenny, Railey Vacations

Cute Cottage

Reviewed on 2023-04-14 by Kera
4

This cute cottage had a great view of the lake. The sun porch was a great amenity as the rain brought out the mosquitos. My partner and I felt that the property was private enough. The only negative was that the hot tub was not very clean despite it being serviced 4 days before our stay.

Hi Kera! We appreciate the feedback! We are sorry to hear about the hot tub and will be sure to pass along this information to our guest experience department. Otherwise we are happy to hear that you had an amazing time with us! We hope to have the chance to rent to you again soon! Madison, Railey Vacations

Terrific off season gem

Reviewed on 2023-04-10 by Judy
5

Water in the Sky is a cozy and eclectic gem of a cottage! We spent 3 days here in early April during an unexpectedly warm early spring getaway. The cabin was clean and well stocked and has lots of charm. It is located on a quiet arm of Deep Creek Lake, even more enjoyable because of the solitude and serenity of the early spring. We enjoyed the waterfront seating (dock wasn’t in yet, but it didn’t bother us), the fire circle, the view of the dark skies from the hot tub and time spent on the enclosed porch when it was a bit chilly. The king bed was really comfortable and we had everything we needed in the kitchen. The updated bathroom was great too. This was a perfect place for a couple’s getaway, with Swallow Falls and plenty of other hiking locations nearby. We will come back when the water is warmer and enjoy kayaking and fishing.

We appreciate you taking the time out to leave us with your feedback Judy! The Railey's staff and homeowners strive to provide the best rental experience possible and we love to hear when we've succeeded! It's wonderful to hear that the location and amenities came together for you to enjoy! Looking forward to having the opportunity to rent to you again in the future! Madison, Railey Vacations

Great Spot for a Couple's Getaway

Reviewed on 2023-01-05 by Joe & Kayte
5

Vacationed in December 2022

Reviewed on 2022-12-25 by Robin
5

Cozy get away

Reviewed on 2022-06-08 by Brian
4

We liked the location. It was close enough to the lake but far enough away that you didn't have all the Lake noise. The beds were comfortable, even the pullout couch. The screen doors could use some TLC, and the log holder in the indoor fireplace needs replaced, but these items wouldn't stop us from renting again We also enjoyed the closed in rear porch and the hot tub which was very clean. If you're looking for a nice get away, Water in the Sky is a great place to stay

Thanks for the review Brian! We love to hear that you and your group had a wonderful stay at Water in the Sky! The Railey Vacations staff and the homeowners strive to provide the best rental atmosphere for our guests and we love to hear when we’ve succeeded. We will be sure to pass these minor suggestions along to the homeowners for consideration in future upgrades. Please come see us again soon!
Madison Miller, Railey Vacations

Nice place to stay!

Reviewed on 2022-06-08 by Marcia
4

The home is nice and was perfect for our extended weekend vacation.

Hi Marcia! Glad to see that you and your family enjoyed your vacation! Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review and please come see us again soon!

Madison Miller, Railey Vacations

Perfect Spot for Small Family

Reviewed on 2022-04-13 by Erin Cucarese
5

This one bedroom cabin was great for our family of three. Well stocked kitchen and other necessary items included were a nice surprise. Great location on the lake and very close to Swallow Falls Park for hiking. Even though it was a bit chilly during our visit, the fireplace made for a very cozy stay. We arrived to no internet, which was quickly resolved first thing the next morning. Would definitely recommend!

Thank you so much for your review, Erin. We're so glad that Water in the Sky met all of your families needs. It's also nice to hear that your internet issue was quickly resolved. We're proud of our maintenance staff and their commitment to our guests, but they don't always get the recognition they deserve, so I'll pass this on to them. We look forward to hosting you again. -Susan, Railey Vacations

Great!

Reviewed on 2022-01-15 by Madison
5

Beautiful home with the perfect amount of space! My boyfriend and I enjoyed a lovely weekend! The house came equipped with all of our needs and the hot tub was an added bonus with a great view!

We’re so glad you and your boyfriend had an awesome time at Water in the Sky, Madison! Thank you for staying with us. We hope to host you again soon! - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Vacationed In December 2021

Reviewed on 2022-01-04 by Thomas
4

Cozy Spot

Glad you enjoyed it, Thomas! Please come back and visit again soon. - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Beautiful cabin, great views!

Reviewed on 2021-12-30 by Marcia
3

This cabin is spacious and well-appointed. Beds very comfy. Kitchen extremely well stocked. Our problems were the lack of any hot water (warm at best) in the gorgeous bathroom, and a three-seat sofa bed whose bottom cushions wouldn’t stay in place, creating a fall hazard.

I’m sorry to hear that the water was not warming properly during your stay, Marcia. We have shared this comment with our maintenance team and will resolve the issue prior to our future guests’ arrival. We have also relayed your comment regarding the sofa bed with the homeowner for reference when making updates at Water in the Sky. Thank you for sharing your concerns! We are glad to know that you enjoyed many aspects of your stay in Deep Creek, and we hope for the opportunity to host you again. - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Cozy Stay at Water in the Sky

Reviewed on 2021-12-01 by Bruce
3

Snow falling outside but you will be warm and cozy by the gorgeous fireplace that fills the living room. We enjoyed our Thanksgiving holiday at this quaint, water-front home. This home is a good fit for a couple or a couple with 1-2 children.

Thanks for allowing us to host your holiday, Bruce! We're glad you enjoyed a very cozy Thanksgiving. Please don’t hesitate to visit us again soon! - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Deep Creek Review

Reviewed on 2021-10-04 by Theresa
5

We had a wonderful time during our stay at Deep Creek. By far one of the most relaxing vacations ever. Booking thru Railey was so easy too. Would definitely book again.

This is so great to hear, Theresa! Thanks for staying with us. We hope you'll visit again soon! - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Vacationed In June 2021

Reviewed on 2021-06-23 by Sharon
4

No Additional Comment

Near perfect, cozy place for two

Reviewed on 2021-06-06 by Shane
4

Sitting down on the dock at night with some cold beers, listening to nothing and watching the fish eat bugs off of the lake surface. Beyond peaceful.

Shane, thank you for staying with us at DCL! We look forward to your return! - Seneca, Railey Vacations

Relaxation retreat!

Reviewed on 2021-05-20 by Justin
5

Water In the sky! How beautiful! From the home to the Lake my family and I were very pleased! You have a returning laker!

We're so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay at Water in the Sky and can't wait to have you back soon. ~Deborah Fike, Railey Vacations 

Wonderful!

Reviewed on 2020-10-26 by Allyson
5

We honeymooned here and it was a fantastic trip! House was adorable, clean, and felt like our own home. So welcoming! We will definitely book again! Can’t wait to go back!!

We can't wait to have you back, Allyson! So glad to hear you had a great honeymoon in Deep Creek and we look forward to seeing you again. - Jenn, Railey Vacations

Vacationed In October 2020

Reviewed on 2020-10-08 by Kenneth
4

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Lovely getaway

Reviewed on 2020-09-27 by Anita
5

We truly enjoyed our small getaway at the Water in the Sky in Deep Creek. This home is located in a private community and is located on a quieter side of the lake. We loved having direct lake access and a hot tub. The house was very clean and had plenty of towels and sheets for our stay. We also appreciated the rental company for leaving us a bag of toilet paper, dish soap, laundry detergent, etc. One quick tip: be sure to turn the hot tub on as soon as you get there! We didn't realize that it would take 6 hours to heat up and we were bummed when we couldn't use it the first night because we waited too long to turn it on. Another great feature was the glass enclosed porch with accent lighting! What a peaceful place for an evening drink and a morning coffee.

Thank you for the review, Anita! Regarding the hot tub, we're so sorry this was not prepared for your arrival. We do not have any expectations of our guests to prepare the hot tub for your own vacation and this would typically be ready to go as soon as you arrive. We're glad to hear you otherwise had a great time and hope we'll see you again soon! - Jenn, Railey Vacations

Vacationed In August 2020

Reviewed on 2020-09-22 by Audrey
5

The house was a perfect size for two people, with direct access to the lake.

Thank you for the review, Audrey! Glad you had a great time, we hope you'll visit us again soon. - Jenn, Railey Vacations

Vacationed In September 2020

Reviewed on 2020-09-21 by Ashley
4

We LOVED Water in the Sky - it was the perfect cabin for our family of 4 with two boys (2 and 8) and a German Shepherd. It was clean, decorated PERFECTLY, and had everything we needed. The kitchen was equipped with anything we'd need and we loved the hot tub. The beds were super soft and we slept great. The lake view was beautiful and we had no issues accessing it or traversing the path to the lake, even for our 2 year old. We would definitely return to the sweet cabin.

So happy to hear it, Ashley! Glad you had a great time and we look forward to your return soon. - Jenn, Railey Vacations

Vacationed In July 2020

Reviewed on 2020-08-26 by Kelly
4

No Additional Comment

Vacationed In June 2020

Reviewed on 2020-06-29 by Katie
3

No Additional Comment

Charming cabin

Reviewed on 2019-10-15 by Linda
4

Charming cabin, comfy beds, great location.

Thank you for the review, Linda. Please come back and see us again soon! - Jenn, Railey Vacations

Relaxing and Refreshing!

Reviewed on 2019-07-29 by Philip
5

One of the best vacations I have had in a while, relaxing, refreshing, overall just great.

Happy you left Deep Creek feeling refreshed and relaxed from your time spent here, Philip! Please come back and see us again soon. - Jenn, Railey Vacations

Great Property

Reviewed on 2019-07-03 by Cara
5

What a great property--from the quaint home, the lovely screened-in porch overlooking the yard and lakefront, the hot tub and private dock! We had an amazing time and were very satisfied with our choice to rent on Deep Creek Lake!

Happy to hear your time spent at Water in the Sky was amazing, Cara! Please come back and visit again soon. - Jenn, Railey Vacations

Valentine Weekend

Reviewed on 2019-02-18 by Glenda
5

The cottage was perfect for a "Couples Retreat." The cabin was cozy and clean and of course, the lake view was awesome. According to earlier reviews, the back door was not working and the house smelled heavily of pet odors. Those issues must have been taken care of before we arrived as the house smells quite pleasant and the back door worked just fine.

Happy you had a great Valentine's getaway, Glenda! Please make a visit to see us again soon. - Jenn, Railey Vacations

Perfect size for quiet vacation

Reviewed on 2018-09-03 by Cheryl
4

We really liked the location, very private, pretty and quiet. The dock access and lake were nice. Fire pit and hot tub nice. Great kitchen, great mattress . A few things to improve on would be landscaping, rethink that Victorian tub/ shower, fix the back door so it locks and opens, pet odor was strong.i have a dog but really strong odor. A bit pricey for the overall condition.

Hi Cheryl, thank you for the feedback. We'll absolutely be sure to address the concerns you've listed for any necessary cleaning and repairs needed. We apologize for the inconveniences. We hope you'll give us another try again in the future. - Jenn, Railey Vacations

Nice little cottage and dock.

Reviewed on 2018-07-16 by Chris
5

Nice little cottage but Lake Front and Dock are the best features. Dock is great to just sit and float on with many ways to moor your boat, PWCs, kayak, etc. That is where we spent most of our time besides on the water. The semi- circular driveway is nice so you don’t have to back out on a narrow gravel road. It is in a private community so most of the time the surrounding neighbors were quiet with little traffic. Some minor fixes would be new floors, back porch door, rotting steps to dock, etc. Also wish the boat ramp was closer. Overall would stay here again.

Thank you for the suggestions, Chris, we'll be sure to take a look! Happy to hear you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to hopefully hosting you again in the future. - Jenn, Railey Vacations

Cozy, Clean, Comfortable

Reviewed on 2018-06-25 by Alex
5

If you want an inexpensive visit to a nice area of the lake with a dock, fire pit and tall trees giving privacy you can't beat this one bedroom cottage. We rented "Water in The Sky" as a second property for additional guests and a place to park a boat and jet skis for the week. It fulfilled our needs and we would rent it again.

Happy to hear it was perfect for you stay, Alex! Please come back and see us again soon. - Jenn, Railey Vacations

Water in the Sky

Reviewed on 2018-04-29 by Marty
5

A very relaxing vacation. House was well maintained and clean. Enjoyed the fireplace and convenient location.

Glad you had a chance to relax, Marty! Thank you for the review, please come back and see us soon. - Jenn, Railey Vacations

Quick look back

Reviewed on 2018-04-20 by David
4

First time back in 40 years, to show my wife what I have been talking about to her for over 30 years. Deep Creek lake was awesome. It was off season so the weather was nott great but we loved the beautiful scenery and the cabin was perfect for my wife and I and our Yorkie.

Welcome back to Deep Creek, David - don't wait another 40 to come see us again! We're so glad you and your wife had a great time, please come visit again soon. - Jenn, Railey Vacations

Great last minute getaway!!

Reviewed on 2018-01-05 by Christie
4

Booking at the last minute, One bedroom/one bathroom was the only initial concern, but quickly went away at the site of this cabin. What a wonderful stay, quaint and peaceful. Designed for a small gathering only though.  Views are breathtaking inside and outside.
Enjoyed our stay tremendously here and would recommend this place. Great service with the property management. Thank you

Glad you had a great time, Christie! Thank you for the review and compliments, we hope you'll visit again soon! - Jenn, Railey Vacations

Magical Christmas Getaway

Reviewed on 2017-12-29 by Dennis
5

My husband and I (along with our two little Shihtzus) decided to go away for Christmas this year for the first time. Our goal was to find the perfect little cottage and hopefully have a white Christmas. Water In The Sky did not disappoint and neither did Mother Nature with 10” overall of snow!! Our Christmas was MAGICAL! We put up a Christmas tree, roasted hot dogs, made smores in the fireplace and had the traditional holiday ham. We LOVED the property and we are planning on making it a Christmas tradition. THANK YOU for the memories!!

We're go glad Water in the Sky offered wonderful memories and a place to host all your future Christmas traditions! Happy New Year and we look forward to seeing you again next year! - Jenn, Railey Vacations

Beautiful setting!

Reviewed on 2017-10-31 by Jo
5

Wonderful location, cozy house

Thank you for the review, Jo! We hope you'll visit again soon. - Jenn, Railey Vacations

Water in the Sky Rental

Reviewed on 2017-10-15 by Michele
5

This cabin was great. There was a nice view to the water and the dock, and although there were neighbors on both sides, the cabin felt private due to the large trees separating the properties. We enjoyed our time there, and found the property and the hosts to be friendly and amenable to making our stay relaxing and special. We would definitely stay there again!

Glad to hear it, Michele! We look forward to your next visit. - Jenn, Railey Vacations

Great cabin and trip

Reviewed on 2017-09-20 by Chris
5

It was just myself and my fiance that rented this cabin and it was the perfect size. Cabin was clean and in great shape. They even left a bag on the kitchen counter with a few small supplies. Great access to the lake less then 100 yards from the cabin. We will definitely be back to the same place again soon.

Happy to hear you had a good time, Chris! Please visit us again soon. - Jenn, Railey Vacations

Perfect Girls Weekend!

Reviewed on 2017-08-02 by Tayler
5

We had a great getaway this past weekend! The house was the perfect size for me and my friends.

Glad you enjoyed yourselves, Tayler! Please come back and see us again soon. - Jenn, Railey Vacations

Home Away from Home

Reviewed on 2017-06-26 by Terry
5

My husband and I stayed with our two small dogs. We loved the little care package left for us when we got there (toilet paper, paper towels, deck of cards, tablet, pen, etc) all in a great reuseable bag. The house was very clean and well kept. The renting company was also very helpful

Happy to hear it, Terry! Please come back and see us again soon. - Jenn, Railey Vacations

Fantastic!

Reviewed on 2017-05-30 by Julius
5

This was our third visit to this little property - the house is small-ish, but kitchen and bath are lovely, and the property itself is delightful, with a long, sloping hill down to the lake shore. We feel like we've come home every time we show up!

Thank you for your continued visits to Water in the Sky, Julius! We're so glad you love it here. We look forward to seeing you again next time! - Jenn, Railey Vacations

Water View Magnificence

Reviewed on 2017-05-01 by Jane
5

Awesome view of the lake. Immaculately clean house. The softest comforters and pillows I ever had in my life! We kayaked right out back from property. Super nice fire pit. Loved everything especially walking in the door to find a lovely gift bag from Property Management Company! That was a very nice welcoming treat.

We're so glad you had a great time, Jane! Please visit us again soon. - Jenn, Railey Vacations

Cute and relaxing

Reviewed on 2017-04-19 by Monika
5

It was really cute and comfortable. It was exactly what I was looking for. It was clean. I would recommend this place for a single traveler, a couple or a young family. My dogs also enjoyed the cottage. My only complaint was that the WiFi was iffy but I went there to relax and get away so it wasn't that big of a deal. I had to unplug it a couple times and it worked. I would definitely rent this place again. Loved the location. It was far enough from the main road but convenient to get to things.

Thank you for the review, Monika! Glad you had a great time, please come back and see us again soon. - Jenn, Railey Vacations

Winter Weekend in the Woods

Reviewed on 2017-03-11 by Janet
4

My husband and I had a great winter weekend at Water in the Sky. The cabin is cozy and clean and the décor is great for a cabin in the woods. The sun porch is wonderful to sit in except when it's too cold even with the space heater. The walk down the steps to the water is easy and the water view from the sun porch is relaxing and pretty. The kitchen is newly updated and nice, the king bed is comfy, and the bathroom is updated, clean and nice. Our golden retriever had a blast chewing sticks and chasing squirrels! We might try to go for a summer visit too. A few glitches were that the WiFi worked the first day we were there but then didn't on the second day, but we called the 800 number for the WiFi service and they walked us through how to fix it, and then it worked. We did have a safety concern about the shower that we shared with Railey to pass on to the owner that should have a very easy fix.

Happy to hear you (and your pup) had a great time, Janet! We hope you'll make that summer visit with us soon! - Jenn, Railey Vacations

Last Minute Weekend Getaway

Reviewed on 2017-02-03 by Amavy
5

Cabin is CUTER in real life, pictures do not do it justice. Cabin was SPOTLESS! As soon as we opened the door we were greeted by warmth, warm lights, a gift basket (notepad and pen, toilet paper(1), paper towels(1), a souvenir mug with tea and coffee bags, etc. So cute!) It was so CLEAN; we were so impressed. The furniture was cozy, the bathroom is super charming, the fireplace was perfection (we used it all weekend. Also, buy your own logs.) and the kitchen was stocked with tons of cooking and eating/drinking utensils. We literally felt like it was OUR cabin and we had just come home. NO WiFi. NO working landline. Frustrating as phone service is spotty out there being out in the woods and we really could have used BOTH for GPS/directions around town and also checking up our daughter back at home. Also, these amenities are both included in the rental price, so that was a little annoying. Make sure to prepare yourself to know where you want to go/get going in case you don't have gps or service to the outside world. Specially when it gets dark! Very dark at nighttime! The bed was super, super plush. Get ready for an awesome nights sleep! Cabin very close to all attractions. The water view was awesome and the nature all around was so inspiring. It was a really great cabin. Even with the little hiccups we would rent this particular cabin again!

Thank you for the review, Amavy! We're sorry to hear you had troubles with the WIFI and service. Deep Creek Lake can be spotty for cell phone reception throughout the entire area because of its rural location, which would affect both your service and your data. We'll be sure to check the WIFI at this home for any issues. Please know that we do not charge additionally for homes that include WIFI or Landline Phone service. Glad you hear you otherwise had a great time and we hope you'll come back to see us again soon! - Jenn, Railey Vacations

Great New Years Weekend Away

Reviewed on 2017-01-05 by Trish
5

My husband and I love the Deep Creek area and have stayed in multiple locations around the lake. This house allowed pets, so it was perfect for us to get away for the weekend. Water in the Sky was a very cute, nicely decorated house with many updates. The view of the lake was extremely pretty, especially since it snowed that weekend. Located in a quiet neighborhood, we would definitely recommend to family and friends. Thanks for a wonderful weekend!!

Thanks for the review, Trish! We're happy you had a great time and hope you'll come see us again! - Jenn, Railey Vacations