Nestled in the woods near Deep Creek Lake, Life's A Bear offers a family-friendly retreat with a private outdoor hot tub and furnished deck. Enjoy CARC Membership access to a pool, hot tubs, and gym area. Gather around the firepit for s'mores or cozy up by the fireplace on cooler nights.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81680 sq ft
Popular amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
Gym
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About this property
Homey getaway among the trees with bar, foosball table, hot tub, deck & firepit
Life's A Bear
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Experience your next vacation in western Maryland at this family-friendly home in the woods complete with a furnished deck, a private outdoor hot tub, a wet bar, and a foosball table. Located near the northern tip of Deep Creek Lake in the quaint community of McHenry, this two-story home is perfect for those looking to spend their days out on the nearby lake indulging in a number of watersports or just casting a line for bass, trout, perch, or pike. The Wisp Resort, just a little over a mile from this home, offers a wide variety of year-round activities including skiing, snowboarding, and tubing in winter, and climbing, biking, golfing, and even gem mining during the warmer months.
Guests of this rental will enjoy the quaint cabin feel. The lovely backyard is perfect for lawn games. The well-appointed deck with ski slope views includes a gas grill for summer cookouts and a private outdoor hot tub. Cook s'mores around the firepit. There's free WiFi, multiple flat-screen TVs, and a foosball table for nights of entertainment inside. Set the mood during the cooler months with the fireplace.
Get away from it all with the family or a group of friends at this charming and very affordable home.
THINGS TO KNOW There is a 13 night limit on reservations per local regulations. Reservations over 13 nights are prohibited and cannot be honored.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.
Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!
Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit. More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.
Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Property amenities
Ski
Close to skiing
Snowboarding nearby
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Private hot tub
Internet
Available in the house: Free internet
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Wet bar
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Stereo
TV with cable/satellite channels
Video library
Outdoor areas
Firepit
Gas grill
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
Services and conveniences
Phone
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Foosball table
Gym
Golfing nearby
Swimming nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
McHenry is home to this holiday home. While the natural beauty of Deep Creek Lake and Deep Creek Lake State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Wisp Resort.
Funland and Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Station are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing, skiing and swimming. Visit our McHenry travel guide
Is Homey getaway among the trees with bar, foosball table, hot tub, deck & firepit pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Homey getaway among the trees with bar, foosball table, hot tub, deck & firepit?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Homey getaway among the trees with bar, foosball table, hot tub, deck & firepit?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Homey getaway among the trees with bar, foosball table, hot tub, deck & firepit?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Homey getaway among the trees with bar, foosball table, hot tub, deck & firepit located?
Situated in McHenry, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Funland Go Cart Racetrace, Deep Creek Lake, and Wisp Resort. Funland and Garrett County Dog Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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Homey getaway among the trees with bar, foosball table, hot tub, deck & firepit Reviews
Reviews
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property is so cozy and welcoming. It has tons of space and plenty of room for everyone to hang out. The hot tub is so relaxing and you can see Wisp across the street. We enjoyed playing games and the extensive library that the house has. It’s close to everything which is also great. I highly recommend this property.
Courtney
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Mary Ellen P.
19 Aug 2024
Our girls weekend
There are lots of games and books to read
Mary Ellen P.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Chase M.
17 Oct 2024
Good location, room for improvement
Convenient location, clean house, private location. Though, something is going on with the water. The water pressure on the showers “pulsed” from high to low pressure consistently. The hallway shower water was also very high in metal. Could smell/taste it
Great place great location I would highly it to anyone
Kate H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
James R.
16 Mar 2020
Just Right
The property was exactly what we were looking for. Plenty of room to spread out, fire place, board games, hot tub. Was very private in the woods however was literally a minute from the shops and lifts.
James R.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
From a partner site
8/10 Good
David O.
30 Jul 2024
Away from water
House is in a secluded location with no view of the water, but it is near a lot of things.
I was attending a conference at Wisp and there were no rooms left, so Zi booked this. Unfortunately, I hardly dpeng sny time at the house, but would love to come back sometime and enjoy it
Shannon S.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Katie Y.
26 Jul 2018
Clean, but outdated and run down
Quiet and clean, but the beds, carpet and sofas need to be replaced. Kitchen is well equipped but the sink faucet sprays everywhere. Would not recommend this home.
Katie Y.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
From a partner site
2/10 Terrible
Katie Y.
9 Jul 2018
Quiet but outdated
Quiet home, but very outdated. Furnishings are uncomfortable and beds are way too old, as well as their bedding. Screens are broken in the front door and no central a/c.
Katie Y.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Verified traveller
28 Dec 2023
Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Not happy
Place was not clean
Lite bulbs burnt out
Used the stove and it stunk the whole house up
Hot tub was green and parts were floating in the water
House was so clean. I agree with the other reviews it needs some updating. No much silverware but we made it work. Beds were comfy and if there could be a bathroom upstairs it would be over the top great!!
Vicki B.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Melissa B.
17 Oct 2022
Quaint and Cozy
We are a family of 4 with two kids under 3. We stayed for an extended weekend and this was a perfect place for us. The layout is very open, everything was very clean, and exactly as described. In addition, the power went out briefly and Vacasa was extremely responsive in addressing the outage even though it was an issue in the area and not specific to the property. We would definitely stay again during future trips to the area.
Melissa B.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Bill M.
5 Aug 2022
Nice place to stay
House very well equipped. Bed is comfortable
Bill M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Timothy K.
22 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Family white water rafting
Property was super clean and larger than photos depict. Plenty of space for two families or families with kids.
Furniture was like new
No Central air was only drawback
Timothy K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
susan b.
10 Jul 2022
Home Away From Home
Perfect vacation spot. Minutes from the lake, shopping and activities
susan b.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sherry B.
24 Jun 2022
Loved our stay
So much space, had everything we needed. Could use a new hot tub- jets worked on and off - will definitely be back
Sherry B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
David W.
18 Jun 2022
Great Location
This home is close to everything right off Garrett Highway, but feels secluded and hidden away in the beautiful woods. Quiet and relaxing. Impeccably clean and comfortable!
I've stayed at Life's A Bear several times over the last 13 years and it has always been a good home to rent. The house is dated, but it's solid and the location is great.
The hot tub (same hot tub for 13 years now) and rear deck could use some updating (some boards are very weak), but again the house is solid and the location is great.
Sam T.
Verified
2/10 Terrible
john j.
30 Nov 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
HOUSE SUCKS
House sucks and Vacasa is a horrible company to deal with