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The Bear Necessities

  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 Shore Dr.
Pets Not Permitted
5 Bedrooms
5 Full Bathrooms
2Half Bathrooms
House
14 Guests
4.8824
(17 Reviews)
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Description

DESCRIPTION:
Nestled on the shores of Deep Creek Lake, The Bear Necessities offers everything you’d ever need for a perfect vacation! Enter this stunning modern home to be greeted with the stunning waterfall feature in the foyer. Floor to ceiling windows in the great room and kitchen flood the home with natural light and make you feel like you’re staying in a magical tree house. The long open concept main level creates the perfect atmosphere for entertaining and coming together. The unique layout starts you out at the top of the home, with three total levels of living space as you work your way down. The indoor heated pool features a unique horse-shoe design that gets deeper as you swim around! In addition to the pool, you can gather in the home theater for a movie night. Rainy days will never be an issue here! Start or end your day on the lakeside deck beathing in the fresh air as you enjoy your morning coffee or an evening drink. On sunny summer days, hop in the boat to explore the lake or just relax on the private dock and go for a swim. Located on Lake Shore Drive, you are just minutes from all the action that the area has to offer. Fantastic restaurants, stylish boutiques, and an abundance of activities are just a short drive from the home! When you are ready to wind down after a day on the lake or on the slopes, you can come together in the great room to cozy up in front of the fire, or retreat to one of the 5 bedrooms for some quiet alone time. Whether you’re coming for a family getaway or a weekend away with your friends, a relaxing retreat or adventure-packed stay, The Bear Necessities has you covered! Book your stay today!


ACCESS DETAILS:
Lake Access and dock slip are located down from the back of the home. Please note that docks are only guaranteed from Memorial Day through Labor Day. View Map to Lake Front Here.


COMMUNITY/AREA DETAILS:
This home is located along Lake Shore Drive at Deep Creek Lake.


LAYOUT DETAILS:
Main Level:
- Kitchen
- Great Room
- Dining Room
- Powder Room
- Laundry


Lower Level 1:
- Study
- Indoor Pool
- Bedroom (Suite): King Bed, Balcony/Deck, Attached Bath with Shower and Separate Garden Tub
- Bedroom (Suite): Duo Bunk Bed, Attached Bath with Shower and Separate Garden Tub
- Bedroom (Suite): King Bed, Attached Bath with Shower and Separate Garden Tub


Lower Level 2:
- Den/Game Area
- Powder Room
- Bedroom (Suite): King Bed, Attached Bath with Shower and Separate Garden Tub
- Bedroom (Suite): Duo Bunk Bed, Attached Bath with Shower/Tub
- Laundry


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.

Amenities

Bed Sizes & Suites

  1. Bedroom Suites: 5
  2. Kings: 3
  3. Duo (Twin/Full) Bunk Beds: 2
  4. Queen Sleeper Sofas: 1

Booking & Renting Details

  1. Winter: 2+ Nights
  2. Spring: 2+ Nights
  3. Summer: Saturday - Saturday
  4. Fall/Autumn: 2+ Nights
  5. Holidays: 3+ Nights

Community Perks

  1. No Community Amenities

Inside

  1. A/C: Central Air
  2. Bath Towels Provided
  3. Bed Linens Provided
  4. Fire Extinguishers: 1
  5. Fireplaces (Gas): 1
  6. Fireplaces (Wood): 1
  7. Home Office Workspace
  8. Internet: Wifi
  9. Landline Phone: None
  10. Poker Table
  11. Pool Table
  12. Private Indoor Pool
  13. Fire Extinguishers: 2
  14. Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
  15. Smoke Detector(s)

Inside | Appliances

  1. Coffee Makers (Single Cup: K-Cups Not Included): 1
  2. Dishwashers: 3
  3. Full-Size Fridges: 1
  4. Microwaves: 1
  5. Ovens: 1
  6. Stoves: 1
  7. Wine Coolers/Fridges: 1
  8. Washers: 2
  9. Dryers: 2

Inside | Electronics

  1. DVD Players: 1
  2. TVs (Smart): 9

Outside

  1. Max. Parking: 5 Vehicles
  2. Outdoor Fire Pits (Gas): 1
  3. Outdoor Fire Pit (Wood): 1
  4. Outdoor Hot Tubs: 1
  5. Outdoor Shower (Seasonal)

Outside | Dock

  1. Private Dock: 2 Motorized + 1 Non-Motorized Vessels Allowed

Availability

Rates subject to change. Rental homes are only available to be booked one year in advance.

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#Night Available#Night Unavailable#Arrive Only#Depart Only
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Location

1239 Lake Shore Drive, Oakland, 21550 US
Attraction Approximate Distance
JG's Pub 1.40 mi
219 Indoor Flea Market 1.74 mi
Lodestone Golf Course 1.77 mi
Little Sandy's 1.78 mi
Deep Creek Seafood 1.78 mi
Brenda's Pizzeria 1.86 mi
Garrett 8 Cinemas 1.87 mi
Fox's Pizza 1.87 mi
Trader's Coffee House 1.87 mi
Casselman Bakery & Cafe 1.89 mi
High Mountain Sports 1.90 mi
Christmas Chalet 1.96 mi
Tourist Trap 1.97 mi
Arrowhead Market 1.97 mi
Uno Pizzeria & Grill 2.00 mi
Honi-Honi Bar 2.00 mi
Ace's Run Restaurant & Pub 2.08 mi
Firewater Kitchen & Bar 2.08 mi
Lakeside Creamery 2.14 mi
Deep Creek Donuts 2.14 mi
Copper Kettle Popcorn Factory 2.15 mi
FunTime Watersports 2.15 mi
Bill's Marine Service 2.18 mi
Aquatic Center 2.33 mi
Dutch's at Silver Tree 2.37 mi
Fork Run Recreational Area 2.53 mi
Deep Creek Axe Throwing Company 2.60 mi
Monkey Business Adventure Park 2.61 mi
Adventure Sports Center International (ASCI) 2.80 mi
Deep Creek Fun Zone 2.98 mi
Black Bear Tavern & Restaurant 3.03 mi
Pine Lodge Steakhouse 3.05 mi
Short Story Brewing 3.08 mi
O.M.G. Relax & Gifts 3.08 mi
Cashmere Clothing Co. 3.19 mi
Swallow Falls State Park 3.21 mi
Outdoor Elements at Wisp Resort 3.26 mi
Deep Creek Lake Discovery Center 3.27 mi
Deep Creek Lake State Park 3.50 mi
Deep Creek Marina 3.55 mi
Fantasy Valley Golf Course 3.58 mi
Ledo Pizza 3.68 mi
Trout's House Seafood 3.71 mi
The Greene Turtle 3.71 mi
Fireside Deli & Wine Shop 3.74 mi
Funland 3.74 mi
Glazed & Confused Donuts 3.75 mi
Deep Creek Pizza 3.79 mi
Moonshadow Restaurant & Bar 3.81 mi
Bear Creek Traders 3.86 mi
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery 3.86 mi
Canoe on the Run 3.88 mi
Ursus Americanus Trading Post 3.88 mi
Deep Creek Salon 3.88 mi
Shop 'N Save 3.89 mi
Mountain Flour Bakery 3.89 mi
Silver Tree Marine 3.90 mi
Sang Run Sports Shop 4.08 mi
Archie's Barbeque 4.10 mi
Massage at the Lake 4.20 mi
Katie's Ice Cream 4.51 mi
Garrett State Forest 4.87 mi
Shawnee Trading Post 4.88 mi
Mountain State Brewing Co. 4.99 mi
Sang Run State Park 5.32 mi
Thousand Acres Lakeside Golf Club 5.63 mi
China Wok 5.73 mi
Schoolhouse Earth 5.74 mi
Don Patron 5.85 mi
Herrington Manor State Park 5.87 mi
Wal-Mart Supercenter 6.05 mi
Dairy Queen 6.18 mi
El Canelo Mexican Restaurant 6.24 mi
Deep Creek Lavender Farm 6.34 mi
Denny's 6.42 mi
Oakland Golf Club 6.49 mi
3rd Street Diner 6.83 mi
Simon Pearce Glassblowing 6.95 mi
Pizza Hut 7.08 mi
Garrett County Museum of Transportation 7.13 mi
The Book Mark'et & Antique Mezzanine 7.18 mi
Garrett County Historical Museum 7.18 mi
Rudy's Clothing 7.21 mi
The Vagabond Taproom 7.25 mi
Englander's Antiques & Grill 7.26 mi
Devlers Ice Cream Co. 7.28 mi
The Alley 7.32 mi
Tomanetti's Pizzeria & Italian Eatery 7.33 mi
Maryland 4-H Environment Education Camping Center 7.49 mi
Alpine Lake Resort 7.76 mi
The Rolling Pin Bakery, LLC 8.15 mi
Firefly Farms Creamery & Market 8.37 mi
Sugar & Spice Bakery and Cheese 9.64 mi
Schrock's Country Store 9.70 mi
Precision Rafting Expeditions 11.11 mi
All Earth Eco Tours 11.14 mi
Saffitickers Ice Cream 11.18 mi
Miner Hickory Horseback Riding 12.04 mi
Big Run State Park 12.20 mi
Cove Run Farms 12.96 mi
Backbone Mountain Sports Shop 14.43 mi
New Germany State Park 15.03 mi
Blue Moon Antiques 17.08 mi
Hey Pizza 17.09 mi
Grantsville, MD 17.12 mi
The Casselman Hotel & Restaurant 17.22 mi
JTF Ice Rink 17.22 mi
Casselman River Bridge State Park 17.50 mi
Penn Alps Restaurant & Craft Shop 17.60 mi
Grant's Mercantile 17.61 mi
Cornucopia Cafe 17.63 mi
Bruceton Wellness Center & Himalayan Salt Cave 18.07 mi
Hill Top Fruit Market Home of Candyland 19.02 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. Firewood: Not Provided for Wood Indoor Fireplaces
  8. Lake Views (Unfiltered or Panoramic)
  9. Minimum Rental Age: 28
    This home requires the contract holder to be at least 28 years of age to rent the property. If you are not able to fulfill the age requirement for this rental, please know that we have over 380 other accommodations that will allow you to rent at 24 years of age.
  10. No Smoking or Vaping Allowed
  11. Pets: Not Permitted
    No pets are permitted at this property; however because all of our homes are owned by individual homeowners, we cannot guarantee any home is free of allergens.
  12. Contactless Check-In & Check-Out

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Lovely home

Reviewed on 2025-04-29 by Bridget
5

Absolutely stunning

Thank you so much for the kind feedback Bridget! I'm thrilled to hear that you found the home to be stunning. We will continue striving to provide the best possible service. Please come see us again soon! Madison, Railey Vacations

Vacationed April 2025

Reviewed on 2025-04-19 by Brooke
4

Amazing Property

Reviewed on 2024-10-25 by Autumn
5

This property has stunning views, an amazing indoor pool, an inground hot tub that you don’t have to climb into and lots of places to sit and enjoy the view. We had a wonderful time and would absolutely stay again!

Thank you so much for your wonderful review Autumn! We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic time and enjoyed the stunning views, amazing indoor pool, and inground hot tub. It's our pleasure to provide a comfortable and enjoyable stay, and we're grateful for your kind words. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Madison, Railey Vacations

Vacationed August 2024

Reviewed on 2024-08-07 by Adrienne
5

Our family of six greatly enjoyed our stay at The Bear Necessities. Everyone enjoyed the privacy of their own bedrooms and bathrooms. The weather was beautiful for our stay and we spent our days outside on the dock swimming, listening to music, basking in the sunshine and watching the boats ride through. We could make lunch close by in the house kitchen and bring it right down with the ease of the stairs and walkway. The large deck had ample seating and a fabulous view. We played billiards and board games and swam in the indoor pool. We prepared most of our meals in the well equipped kitchen and ate around the large table inside. The home had plenty of parking and our vehicles didn't have any trouble navigating the driveway. The home was convenient to all McHenry had to offer (Glazed and Confused Donuts, Uno's Pizza, Lakeside Creamery, Garrett Cinemas, Arrowhead Market) and we even drove to Oakland for coffee and breakfast at Black Hawk Coffee. It is to be noted the indoor pool has an alarm system that sounds throughout the home when the door is opened to enter or to exit the pool. This did deter us from swimming as much as we thought. Early morning swims or late night swims were avoided because of the sounding alarm.

Thank you for taking the time to share your wonderful experience at The Bear Necessities Adrienne! We are thrilled to hear that your family of six enjoyed a memorable stay, appreciating the privacy offered by individual bedrooms and bathrooms. It’s delightful to know that you took full advantage of our beautiful outdoor space, swimming on the dock, basking in the sunshine, and enjoying meals prepared in our well-equipped kitchen. We strive to create an environment where families can come together, so we’re glad that you found ample seating on the large deck while enjoying fabulous views. We also appreciate your feedback regarding the indoor pool alarm system. While safety is our top priority, we understand how it may have impacted your swimming schedule during early or late hours. However we do have those alarms in place due to county ordinances as well as keeping the safety of our guests as a top priority. We're pleased that you found convenience in both parking and access to local attractions such as Glazed and Confused Donuts and Black Hawk Coffee; it's always great when guests can explore what McHenry has to offer! Thank you once again for choosing The Bear Necessities for your family getaway. We hope to welcome you back soon for another enjoyable stay! Madison, Railey Vacations

Vacationed July 2024

Reviewed on 2024-08-05 by Anna
5

Vacationed June 2024

Reviewed on 2024-06-24 by Mackenzie
4

Great house. Responsive when needed. Beds need updated.

We appreciate your feedback Mackenzie. We will be sure to pass along your suggestions concerning the beds to the homeowners for consideration to future updates to the home. Otherwise we are glad to hear that the home was a good fit and please come see us again soon! Madison, Railey Vacations

Vacationed June 2024

Reviewed on 2024-06-15 by James
5

Beautiful

Reviewed on 2024-06-14 by Jim , Butler, Pa US
5

Stunning house. Loved the deck access, indoor pool, hot tub. The stone bath tubs were wonderful. We only wish the hot tub temp would stay high enough. And we wish the elevator would work properly. Had my elderly mother not been with us, the elevator issue wouldn’t have mattered. Give this place a 4.5 out of 5.

Hi Jim! We are pleased to hear that you loved the deck access, indoor pool, and stone bath tubs. However, we apologize for any inconvenience caused by the hot tub temperature not staying high enough and the issue with the elevator. Rest assured, we will address these concerns promptly to ensure a more enjoyable experience for all future guests. We appreciate your rating of 4.5 out of 5 and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future for an even better stay. Madison, Railey Vacations

Hello! We would like to reach out and mention that the elevator is no longer an amenity here at this property. Thank you, Madison Railey Vacations 7/30/24

Vacationed May 2024

Reviewed on 2024-06-03 by Mark
5

Amazing house, great views, great location. Would recommend to anyone in a heartbeat. Made us all want to go back there in the future.

Hi Mark! Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! We are pleased to hear that you had a wonderful time with us here at The Bear Necessities and hope to have the chance to rent to you again soon. Madison, Railey Vacations

Vacationed May 2024

Reviewed on 2024-05-25 by Brooke
5

The house was gorgeous and we had an amazing time. Highly recommend and we will be back.

It's so good to hear that the home was well equipped Brooke! Thanks for the review and please come see us again soon! Madison, Railey Vacations

Vacationed May 2024

Reviewed on 2024-05-22 by David
5

House was beautiful and loved the access to the dock and lake. Outdoor area was very nice in the back area especially with the option of wood or using the gas fireplace table. View from the family room window to the woods/lake was outstanding. I know this is a newer house and it may just be personal preference, but if the house could have additional items to easily clean the floor such as a wet swiffer it would have made it easy for a renter to clean the foot traffic. Otherwise, the home lived up to what was shown and expected.

Hi David! We appreciate you taking the time to provide feedback on your recent stay at our beautiful lake house. We are pleased to hear that you loved the access to the dock and lake, as well as the outdoor area with the wood or gas fireplace table option. The view from the family room window sounds truly outstanding. We appreciate your suggestion regarding additional cleaning items like a wet swiffer for easier floor maintenance. We will definitely take this into consideration for future improvements to ensure a more convenient experience for our renters and we hope to see you again soon! Madison, Railey Vacations

Great house/amenities!

Reviewed on 2024-04-21 by Lauren , Pittsburgh , PA
5

This house was the perfect place to spend our weekend getaway. My family of 5 absolutely loved the pool, the access to the lake and the beautiful views the house had to offer. We loved our weekend at this house so much we already booked it again for the fall.We wish there was access to a grill and thought the kitchen needed more functional supplies like coffee cups, spatulas, pans, etc. Other than those minor things, the house was wonderful! Can’t wait to visit again!

Hi Lauren! We appreciate you taking the time to leave us a such a kind review and we will be sure to pass along your suggestions concerning the kitchen to the homeowners for consideration of future improvements. Otherwise we are happy to hear that the home, location, and amenities were spot on and we hope to have the chance to rent to you again soon! Madison, Railey Vacations

OMG. What a view

Reviewed on 2024-04-15 by Morgan
5

This was Spring Break for our grandsons, ages 7 and 4; both are dedicated swimmers and spent hours in the pool. We hiked teails and ate famous donuts; read books and even went to the movies. The weather was so beautiful and could be enjoyed from every room.

Love to hear that you had an awesome time with us, Morgan! It’s great to hear that the home, location, and amenities all came together for a great vacation experience. Thanks for the review and please come see us again soon! Madison, Railey Vacations

Vacationed April 2024

Reviewed on 2024-04-12 by Ali
5

Very nice, comfy house we got. Loved the location and house. Loved the pool and pool table. So much to do around the house we didn't have to go anywhere. We had some maintenance issues with lights that they fixed immediately upon our request. Just the mattress comfort, HVAC unit operation, and trash can quantity in the house are our only critiques. We would definitely come back to this house when we rent again.

Hi Ali! We appreciate you taking the time out to leave us with your thoughts and we do apologize for the minor inconveniences you ran into during your stay. We will be sure to pass along your concerns with the mattress comfort, HVAC, and the trash can quantity to the homeowners for consideration of future improvements to the home. Otherwise we are pleased to hear that we were able to quickly assist you with the issues concerning the lights and we hope that you and your group had a wonderful time together! We look forward to seeing you again soon! Madison, Railey Vacations

Vacationed April 2024

Reviewed on 2024-04-02 by Steven
5

This property was absolutely amazing. Words can't describe what a great time my family had during our trip.

So happy to hear that the home was everything you expected and more Steven! Thanks for the review and please come see us again soon. Madison, Railey Vacations

Vacationed March 2024

Reviewed on 2024-03-11 by Michael
5

It was an amazing house my family and I really enjoyed the house the view overall excellent accommodations

Thanks for the kind words Michael! Happy to hear that you had a wonderful vacation with us and we hope to see you again in the future! Madison, Railey Vacations

Vacationed January 2024

Reviewed on 2024-01-30 by Inna
5

This home was absolutely beautiful. Very modern. Beautiful location. Close to stores, restaurants. We had a few issues but the host was quick to respond.

We appreciate you for taking the time to leave us with your feedback Inna. 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