Title: Relaxing Dog-Friendly Lake Escape w/ Fire Pit Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=73976977&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Relaxing Dog-Friendly Lake Escape w/ Fire Pit ## Photo gallery for Relaxing Dog-Friendly Lake Escape w/ Fire Pit ![TV, fireplace - Relaxing Dog-Friendly Lake Escape w/ Fire Pit (Swanton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73980000/73977000/73976977/8d8b4aa8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Relaxing Dog-Friendly Lake Escape w/ Fire Pit (Swanton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73980000/73977000/73976977/b5959d49.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Relaxing Dog-Friendly Lake Escape w/ Fire Pit (Swanton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73980000/73977000/73976977/580ac12b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Relaxing Dog-Friendly Lake Escape w/ Fire Pit (Swanton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73980000/73977000/73976977/3fce1b8b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Relaxing Dog-Friendly Lake Escape w/ Fire Pit (Swanton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73980000/73977000/73976977/03f9adb3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to A-Frame of Mind, a rustic retreat nestled in the Sky Valley community near Deep Creek Lake. Enjoy peaceful evenings gathered around the fireplace and fun-filled days swimming or kayaking at the community lake access, while your pets join in on the adventure. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71194 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Relaxing Dog-Friendly Lake Escape w/ Fire Pit Name: A-Frame of Mind | Bedrooms: 3 | Bathrooms: 2 | Sleeps: 5 | Access: Lake Access | Dogs Welcome. Max 2 | MUST BE 24+ YEARS TO RENT | Free WIFI Provided DESCRIPTION: Rustic and homey, A-Frame of Mind is the perfect spot to escape the day-to-day, relax, and recenter! This charming home is tucked away in the Sky Valley community and offers a calm, quiet vacation environment while being just a short drive from the eastern finger of Deep Creek Lake. Enjoy fun-filled days swimming, kayaking, and fishing at the community lake access and catch and release pond and then spend soothing evenings gathered around the fireplace, roasting marshmallows and storytelling. When hunger hits, head down the road to Fireside Deli and Wine for fantastic sandwiches, pasta, and drinks! Family and friends of all ages are sure to enjoy the bubbling hot tub, and flat screen TVs, making it easy to keep the kids (and kids-at-heart) entertained all day long. As a pet-friendly rental, your pups can join the fun, too! The quiet neighborhood roads are perfect for morning and evening walks with the whole family! If you’re ready to kick back and relax, plan your stay at A-Frame of Mind today! ACCESS DETAILS: Lake access is located along Piney Point Dr. While this home does not come with dock access, dock slips are available to rent on a first come first serve basis through the Sky Valley Community Association for an additional fee of $25/day. Please note that this association only rents slips to those who privately own their boats. Rental boats are not allowed. Please note that docks are only guaranteed from Memorial Day through Labor Day. COMMUNITY/AREA DETAILS: This home is located in the Sky Valley Community at Deep Creek Lake. LAYOUT DETAILS: Main Level: \- Kitchen \- Living Room \- Dining Area \- Full Bath with Shower/Tub \- Bedroom: Queen Bed \- Bedroom: Queen Bed \- Laundry Upper Level: \- Loft \- Full Bath with Shower \- Bedroom: King Bed 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”. AFTER BOOKING: An email will be sent to the address provided during check-out; please check for action items needed to secure your reservation. The subject of this email will start with "URGENT: Complete Your Booking For"... and may be in your Promotional/Marketing folders depending on your email provider and settings. TOILETRIES & PAPER PRODUCTS: Bed linens and bath towels provided w/rental. No soaps, toiletries, paper products, trash bags, etc. will be provided with the exception of a welcome bag including a few starter items. Please pack accordingly. NOTE: A copy of the contract holder's Photo ID, a signed contract, and a list of your full travel party (names/ages of all attending) will be required to complete your booking. If booking last minute, you may be required to stop by our main office to show your photo ID and the credit card used on the reservation. This policy is in place to help combat fraudulent activity that is more likely to occur in last-minute arrivals. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Limited housekeeping ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the marina - On a lake ### Things to do - Golf - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Spelunking nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 1,194 square feet ## Similar properties ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76020000/76011700/76011650/9379bc4f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Pines by Taylor Made Deep Creek Swanton - 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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. ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as 743 ## About the area Located in Swanton, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. 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. Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Station and Funland are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Swanton travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Swanton.dx164144) [View more Holiday homes in Swanton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Swanton-Private-Holiday-Homes.d164144-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C39.45898%2C-79.23087&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=KLf3kQ_YgbGVIQWLeiHBwrhx170=) Swanton, MD ### What's nearby - ![Woke up early on a girls weekend and had this amazing view of the lake. Such a backyard treasure... For someone who like to sleep in I sure do have a lot of pictures at dawn. #BackyardTreasure #GirlsWeekend #Adventure](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635959734861/6e545261-603a-4b22-93b5-58103f7d1821.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Deep Creek Lake 3 min drive \- 2.4 miles - ![Vacation home on Deep Creek Lake in McHenry, Maryland.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183310/7c0111c9-65b7-48f0-9b6b-a1629d604a96.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Deep Creek Lake State Park 12 min drive \- 8.2 miles - Thousand Acres Lakeside Golf Course 8 min drive \- 4.5 miles - Deer Park Town Hall 10 min drive \- 7.6 miles - Wolf Den Run State Park 14 min drive \- 11.0 miles ### Restaurants - McDonald's 16 min drive - Casselman Bakery and Café 16 min drive - UNO Pizzeria & Grill 16 min drive - Deer Park Inn 11 min drive - Honey’s Pawn Run Saloon 17 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Relaxing Dog-Friendly Lake Escape w/ Fire Pit pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Relaxing Dog-Friendly Lake Escape w/ Fire Pit? ### What time is check-in at Relaxing Dog-Friendly Lake Escape w/ Fire Pit? ### What time is check-out at Relaxing Dog-Friendly Lake Escape w/ Fire Pit? ### Where is Relaxing Dog-Friendly Lake Escape w/ Fire Pit located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Relaxing Dog-Friendly Lake Escape w/ Fire Pit Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional 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. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Mary Jo M. 4 Feb 2026 This is a very comfortable cabin. The living area and fireplace were especially welcoming in the 10 degree temp and 8" of snow that we woke up to on day two! This was a getaway for adult family members and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The kitchen was well-equipped and we each took a turn cooking gourmet meals. ##### Mary Jo M. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jordan and Michelle S. 13 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy House was clean! View was perfect for us, felt like total seclusion. Even though you had neighbors, it didn't feel like they were there. It was perfect. They're were a couple of minor fixes that could be addressed, but overall it was a great getaway weekend ##### Jordan and Michelle S. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katherine B. 4 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy Cabin We were so pleased with your stay at A-Frame-of-Mind! It was easy to check in and well-stocked (toiletries, dishwasher detergent pods, etc.) We had a minor problem when we opened the dishwasher, it was flooded and not usable. However someone was out within minutes to fix it for us! We really enjoyed the hot tub and cozy hidden escape! ##### Katherine B. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022 ---