Title: Quiet Apartment in Coolest Small Town in America! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Quiet Apartment in Coolest Small Town in America! Family-friendly apartment in Sykesville ## Photo gallery for Quiet Apartment in Coolest Small Town in America! ![Property grounds - Quiet Apartment in Coolest Small Town in America! (Sykesville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37810000/37805300/37805223/48f353a8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Quiet Apartment in Coolest Small Town in America! (Sykesville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37810000/37805300/37805223/53c50f97.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Quiet Apartment in Coolest Small Town in America! (Sykesville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37810000/37805300/37805223/2eb92a14.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Quiet Apartment in Coolest Small Town in America! (Sykesville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37810000/37805300/37805223/639e5b4a_edited_465f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Quiet Apartment in Coolest Small Town in America! (Sykesville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37810000/37805300/37805223/bd595d95.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of Sykesville, Whistling Trains offers a charming retreat with modern comforts. Unwind on the covered porch or enjoy board games and books in your cozy apartment. With a fully-equipped kitchen featuring a Keurig coffee maker and tea, you'll feel right at home. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Quiet Apartment in Coolest Small Town in America! The apartment (aptly named Whistling Trains) is one-half mile from Sykesville's Main Street - the 2016 Coolest Small Town in America. There are lots of events in town, many walking paths through the community, a train that runs along the Patapsco River and through brick tunnels built in the 1800's. The town has a lot of history and you are less than an hour to Gettysburg, Antietam, Harpers Ferry, Baltimore, Annapolis and Frederick. Washington DC is about 45 miles away. The space There is a Flat screen TV giving access to Cable only TV which includes Netflex and many other channels. There are also some board games, books and puzzles for your enjoyment. The kitchen is intended to meet your cooking and dining needs. There is a Keurig coffee maker with K cups. You will find tea bags, sugar and a variety of sweeteners. The HVAC system was replaced in 2016 and the new system has an air scrubber. There is a Graco Pack N Play and a Fisher Price Space Saver highchair to accommodate our younger guest. Guest access Guests have full use of the apartment, covered porch, and designated off street parking. They may enjoy the front yard as well. Guest must be able to step over a 3-4" threshold to enter the apartment. Also, the doors from the bedrooms to the bathrooms are a bit smaller than standard measuring 22". Other things to note Debbie lives off site. Co-host, Chris, lives on site but we respect our guests’ privacy. We can be contacted through Airbnb messaging or by text. NO pets are allowed - NO exceptions. NO smoking on the property ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift - Smooth flooring in public areas - Stair-free path to entrance - Thin carpet in public areas - Visual alarms in hallways - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city centre ### 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89960000/89951400/89951388/w1015h683x4y0-6f9bca76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Contemporary home away from home in very beautiful location. 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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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Quiet Apartment in Coolest Small Town in America! Apartment Quiet Apartment in Coolest Small Town in America! Sykesville ## About the area ![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%7C39.36711%2C-76.97488&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=c5QrBOWc4F03bPLzS3N-oeu3fL8=) Sykesville, MD #### What's nearby - Hugg-Thomas Wildlife Management Area \- 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Sykesville Town Hall \- 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Old Main Line Park \- 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Patapsco Distillery \- 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Little Sykes Railway Park \- 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles #### Getting around - Halethorpe Station - 28 min drive - Gaithersburg, MD (GAI-Montgomery County Airpark) - 37 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Wawa - ‬6 min drive - ‪Panera Bread - ‬7 min drive - ‪BierBath - ‬7 min drive - ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive - ‪Pizza Hut - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Quiet Apartment in Coolest Small Town in America! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Quiet Apartment in Coolest Small Town in America!? ### What time is check-in at Quiet Apartment in Coolest Small Town in America!? ### What time is check-out at Quiet Apartment in Coolest Small Town in America!? ### Where is Quiet Apartment in Coolest Small Town in America! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Quiet Apartment in Coolest Small Town in America! 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 46 8 - Good 8 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 6.0 Staff & service ### 9.6 Eco-friendliness ### 9.4 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristy C. 27 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We loved our stay. ##### Kristy C. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tessa H. 29 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This is the best place to stay, it is so cozy and cute! Thank you to our hosts! ##### Tessa H. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maureen M. 3 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Comfortable house and nice nice neighborhood. ##### Maureen M. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### debbie 26 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication We enjoyed our stay! ##### debbie Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa 5 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Would definitely stay here again when in the area. ##### Lisa Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kenneth 18 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Nice neighborhood, private studio apartment attached to single family home, easy driveway parking, very close to small town main street with shops, sidewalk bistro, restaurants, ice cream, brewery, and weekend outdoor bands. 2 comfortable bedrooms and shared bathroom between.them. separate private laundry room with full size washer dryer. We would stay here again, good value. Thx! ##### Kenneth Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Macario 26 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Wonderful owners and the accommodations were wonderful ##### Macario Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ruby H. 27 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Super chill and quaint My son and I were in town for a summer camp he wanted to attend. I had to telework while he was at camp. This was conveniently located and super chill. The space was cozy and plenty of room for the two of us. Well stocked and grocery options were nearby with lots of shopping and dining options as well. The beds were comfy and everything worked and was clean in the kitchen and bathroom. ##### Ruby H. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa M. 23 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet Retreat For Business Trips Close to quirky artsy town with great food options. Have stayed twice and will definitely stay again if I return to the area. ##### Lisa M. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Susan M. 30 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice Stay Furniture was a little shabby. The bed was comfortable, but sheets didn’t fit well, slipped around quite a bit, and pillows were not comfortable. Location was very good and close to restaurants and shopping. We asked for a folding table and property manager brought us one right away and helped with the TV. ##### Susan M. Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ray K. 22 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Whistling Trains We were for a funeral…we were looking for a place close to the funeral home and we found it! Very quiet, nice and cozy! ##### Ray K. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dena E. 7 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We really enjoyed our stay. It was just a few minutes to downtown. We had to bring our own food and toiletries, but not much else. There were plenty of dishes, silverware, and pots and pans. The beds were comfy and there were more than enough towels, sheets, pillows and comforters. It was well stocked with paper towels and TP. There were full-sized front-loading washer and dryer. The only (minor) issue we had was that the shower was smaller than we expected. Not so much a problem for my daughters and I but it was a bit small for my 6' tall grandson. Overall a very enjoyable stay for all of us. ##### Dena E. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### charles 13 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Simple, clean, nice outside patio, very comfortable. ##### charles Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daulet J. 18 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful stay Booked for 4 nights to stay during business trip. Very nice, clean, quiet. Overall accomadating. ##### Daulet J. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim C. 7 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Everything we needed! Everything we needed for a short trip to Maryland. Great location. Easy check in. Would stay here again. ##### Kim C. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William K. 11 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Location and Nicely Done Very nice apartment and great location. Apartment is well appointed for a long or short stay, with everything needed for comfort, including a small desk for working (this was a "working" trip). With family in the area, we will be back and this is a perfect spot for a getaway. Very clean and quiet. ##### William K. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert 6 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Property just as described. The beds are very comfortable, the property is well equiped with everything you will need, the front porch is very relaxing. The weather was great. The hosts communicate well. You will enjoy your stay in Sykesville. ##### Robert Stayed 5 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vincent 7 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication I do a lot of small trips. This was one of them. I find that a good b and b is often better than a hotel for less money. That was the case here. Very easy, comfortable stay, and I'd certainly visit again! ##### Vincent Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Jackie O. 23 Sept 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### All the essentials at reasonable cost Furnished with all the basics needed for 3 night stay. Comfortable beds. Easy parking and access. Nice area and easy walk to historic downtown Sykesville, which has couple of restaurants, bars, ice creamery, coffee. The house entry way could be significantly improved by moving the trash/recycling bins, and thus flies and foul odor, away from the front door, and removing the numerous cobwebs. ##### Jackie O. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ingo L. 15 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Grandparents Visit We encountered a beautiful comfortably furnished apartment where we felt very comfortable. It was our starting point in the morning and our place to relax in the evening after visiting family. Due to the proximity to the old town, we even enjoyed an evening of live music. We will be happy to come back again. ##### Ingo L. Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wendy G. 30 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing find We are so thankful we found this adorable apartment. Our company needed a place nearby with no stairs. They loved the porch and the privacy it allowed. Owners were very accommodating. ##### Wendy G. Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David J. 1 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Value Value Value We sent 8 nights while celebrating a 50 year HS Reunion, visiting friends, and attending a wedding reception! The place was clean, beds comfortable, and located in a quiet neighborhood. If you are looking for high end luxury probably not what you want but if you are looking for great comfortable place to stay at one of the best values you could find in this area it’s wonderful! Would definitely stay again!!! ##### David J. Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James 23 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication We enjoyed our stay. Didn't get info on how to check in. But the guy helped us when we rang the doorbell. ##### James Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### Errol H. 15 May 2025 Liked: Communication, location Disliked: Check-in #### Little disappointed Communication before we got there was good. When we arrived the code to the door would not work luckily the owner's son was there he literally had to redo the codes and he couldn't figure it out at first took a while to get in and he never said sorry about the door lock not working or anything it was like we bothered him. Entranceway was very dirty with leaves and grass cuttings thought it would be a little bit cleaner when you walk up to the front door . The carpet also was dirty didn't look like anybody had vacuumed I have pictures but don't know how to post. last thing is be careful when you walk out the front door there's a 2-in lip that is at the threshold of the door that you could trip on my wife did. The pictures are old the train out front is nothing like in the picture. ##### Errol H. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 13 Oct 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Missed the second day. Knock on the door at 11:05, saying check out is 11:00\. I had to say three time I was scheduled for 2 nights. Do to family travel delay, I had gotten to bed at 6:00 AM. I was left with the impression that the staff member didn;t actually believe ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019 ---