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Great Family Retreat at Private Farmhouse

A peaceful countryside retreat where visitors can relax by the fire pit, enjoy scenic views, or spend time with farm animals on this historic property

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The Great Family Retreat at Private Farmhouse offers a rural escape on a 200+ year old farm with spacious gathering spaces. Relax by the fire pit or patio, visit goats, ducks, geese, and horses, or fish in two stocked ponds without leaving the grounds.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen

About the area

Located in Urbana, this farm stay is in a rural area. Monocacy National Battlefied and Schifferstadt are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Patuxent River State Park and Seneca Creek State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Adventure Park USA and Frederick Fairgrounds. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails, cycling and horse riding. Visit our Ijamsville travel guide
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Ijamsville, MD

What's nearby

  • Urban Green Bark Park
    7 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Worthington Manor Golf Club
    9 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Whiskey Creek Golf Club
    10 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • P.B. Dye Golf Club
    10 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Adventure Park USA
    11 min drive - 5.7 miles

Getting around

  • Frederick Station
    15 min drive
  • Gaithersburg, MD (GAI-Montgomery County Airpark)
    35 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    5 min drive
  • McDonald's
    12 min drive
  • Atlantic Grille
    6 min drive
  • Starbucks
    5 min drive
  • Dunkin'
    12 min drive

About this property

Great Family Retreat at Private Farmhouse

Family-friendly farm stay in a rural location
You can look forward to golfing on-site, a firepit and a garden at Great Family Retreat at Private Farmhouse . Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a playground and laundry facilities.
Other perks at this farm stay include:
  • A video library, outdoor furniture and books
  • Games, ping pong and a billiards/pool table
  • Barbecues, a table football and snow sports gear
Room features
All guest rooms at Great Family Retreat at Private Farmhouse include comforts, such as fireplaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and printers.
Other amenities include:
  • Highchairs, children's dinnerware and children's books
  • 3 bathrooms with baths and showers
  • Smart TVs with cable channels and DVD players
  • Porches or lanais, outdoor lighting and kitchens

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Foosball table
  • Games
  • Golf
  • Playground
  • Snow sports gear
  • Table tennis
  • Video library

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Note from host: NO SMOKING around house or buildings
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Printer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 30

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

All large gatherings must be approved prior to stay. No Parties allowed. Unauthorized parties will result in forfeit of deposit.
NO SMOKING around house or buildings - will result in forfeit of deposit.
Dogs allowed only with prior approval and payment. Unauthorized animals will result in forfeit of deposit.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pets are allowed with approval /additional deposit

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Horses, Goats, Cats, Fishing, Adventure.

Events

No events allowed
With special permission only

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO SMOKING around house or buildings

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: with special permission only
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Great Family Retreat Private Farmhouse Ijamsville
Great Family Retreat Private
Great Family Retreat at Private Farmhouse Ijamsville
Great Family Retreat at Private Farmhouse Agritourism property

Frequently asked questions

Is Great Family Retreat at Private Farmhouse pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Great Family Retreat at Private Farmhouse ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Great Family Retreat at Private Farmhouse ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great Family Retreat at Private Farmhouse ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Great Family Retreat at Private Farmhouse located?

This family-friendly Urbana farm stay is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Urban Green Bark Park and Whiskey Creek Golf Club. Buckeystown Community Park and P.B. Dye Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

Great Family Retreat at Private Farmhouse Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 103 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 103 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 103 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 103 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 103 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ashley P.

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

Fun farm

We spent a thanksgiving at the farm and it was great. The animals are fun to feed and the house had plenty of space. The kitchen was well stocked as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rakesh C.

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

A wonderful Farmhouse with lots of character

A very unique house which was great for a small group. Lots of farm animals around which added to the experience. If we ever need to rent a place again in or around Frederick, we'll definitely be looking at this house. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen F.

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

Family reunion

Enough room for all. House was cool even in the heat wave
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eileen M.

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

Private Farmhouse

We had a family reunion/ thanksgiving/ and celebration of a 90 th birthday at the farm. We loved the property. It was very kid friendly we had toddlers ages 2-4 that especially loved helping feed the goats and hanging out in the playroom. For the adults we enjoyed the calm laid back atmosphere. We would definitely book again
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kozal Home E.

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

A slice of heaven

It was so wonderful to see our teens all unplug and experience the property. They loved fishing and spending time with the goats. The outdoor shower was so fun for them too 😄 Thank you for an amazing stay. The house was nice and cool after hot days on the lacrosse field. We slept amazing. Truly felt like home away from home 💕
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce C.

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

Heaven on earth

What a wonderful slice of life on the farm which we all enjoyed! The animals are quiet at night but happy to say hello and/or be fed some apples during the day. It is perfect for 5-9 adults, 14 adults may be too many because there is only one bathroom on the 2nd floor (accessible thru one of the bedrooms. The sunrise and night sky were gorgeous from the upper patio. Your group will love life in this renovated 1700s farmhouse full of patios, porches, fireplaces and firepits! Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linn J.

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

Fun Farm Time

Our experience was wonderful. Our son got married and the location was perfect for us. The house is stunning, the land and farm animals were bonus. Jeff was a wonderful host. We spent most of our time on the back screen porch- it was so restful and peaceful. We will be back, when we don't have a wedding to attend to! My 14 year old daughter was off of her phone and out with the animals the entire time! Thank you, Jeff!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family experience. If you have kids or grandkids who love animals in a lovely open, safe environment this is the place for you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alon O.

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

Great Property

Really nice home and location and amazing grounds with multiple areas to congregate.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dan T.

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

Perfect seclusion for an intimate and relaxing setting

We rented the property with family to host an anniversary memorial for a departed loved one. It was the perfect setting for friends and family to share their stories and gather in remembrance.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip M.

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

Family weekend

Relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

john D.

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

Family reunion

We had over 10 adults stay in this great house for the weekend. The place was very nice and also nice interesting. The owner was very accommodating and easy to work
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

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

Relax

Great time 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annie G.

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

Beautiful

Perfect!! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

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

A magical place

Fantastic location -- nothing soothes the soul like waking up every morning and feeding goats and horses, or petting Precious the Cat. If you're looking to spend a weekend in Frederick with friends, this is the place to be.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Farmhouse Vacation

A fun place for people of all ages. You are on a farm but close to many historic sites. Everyone had fun with the animals and fishing in the pond.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda B.

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

We didn't want to leave!

Beautiful farmhouse with so much character and nature right at your doorstep!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl G., Ijamsville, USA

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

Peaceful and spacious

The Farm is a great place to gather and relax. Enjoyed the fields of Farm animals and wild life. The house itself was clean and had all the amenities needed. Easy check in and out- great owner to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Soledad A.

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

Great family getaway

We had such a wonderful time over the long 4th of July weekend. Jeff was very helpful and responsive, the property was clean, quiet and peaceful- everything we hoped for. The children had a great time swimming, fishing and petting the goats and horses. Thanks so much for a great experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

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

Great getaway

Rented the farm to get out of the city and celebrate our 1 year olds birthday. We had a great time and my kids and nieces/nephews from 1-12 loved the place and all the friendly animals. Place is great and Jeff made the whole process easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Keith C.

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

Family Trip

The home was very spacious and provided a great spot for hide and seek with our granddaughters. Loved the huge screened in porch. The animals were a highlight of our stay. The adults enjoyed the outdoor shower and the children enjoyed the attic and playroom. We would totally recommend this house!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

ANNE D.

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

Wonderful family getaway!!

Everything was perfect!! Kids had a blast and so did the grandparents!! Even though it was really hot, the house and farm allowed for lots of activities. Loved the large and well-stocked kitchen. Outside shower was a huge plus!!! Thanks for sharing your beautiful farmhouse with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

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

Wonderful getaway

We had a great time fishing and petting goats and horses. Perfect setting, perfect weather and lots to do. Will likely return when baby is old enough to appreciate it. The 3 year old grandson loved it. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cassie W.

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

Great Memorial Day Weekend Getaway!

We live in the DC area and were looking for something fun and different to do this Memorial Day with a group of friends in our 30s, some of who have kids and dogs. This was the perfect destination! The house is old and charming - of course there are some quirks but everything is advertised accurately. The property itself is beautiful - the ponds, the views, the animals, all wonderful. We had a great time and check in/check out were super easy!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

George M.

Great place to stay

Our paint crew stayed here for a month, and had good things to say. This is a great place, very roomy with lots of areas to hangout and do things. The only drawback is the place is (supposedly) haunted. Owner Jeff explained the history to our crew, and after that the crew started noticing things to reinforce that belief. So if that sort of thing bothers you, be careful, might want to discuss with the owner before booking. Otherwise, a very nice place and owner Jeff was very accommodating.
Stayed 31 nights in Mar 2019