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  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. Carmel Cove
Pets Not Permitted
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
House
9 Guests
3.8095
(21 Reviews)
5 Views
(Past 24hrs)

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Description

DESCRIPTION:
Picture grabbing a book and sitting down before the lakefront, shaded under tall trees and warmed by the summer sun, for a lazy morning of reading, dreaming, and relaxing. From this tranquil oasis, you will find endless opportunities for fun and a thousand different ways to spend the day. Stroll down to the lake, sit before the fire pit, cannon ball off the dock, or challenge your friends to a game of pool; however you choose to spend the day, you are sure to feel awash with contentment and bliss. When you feel like venturing out, area attractions are just a short drive down the road! This lakefront chalet grants your party a treasured closeness to create incredible memories. Imagine That! 


ACCESS DETAILS:
Private Lake Front and community docks. Parking for dock is located on Carmel Cove Drive. Please note that docks are only guaranteed from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Pontoon boats not recommended.

COMMUNITY/AREA DETAILS:
Located in the Carmel Cove Community at Deep Creek Lake.
This home comes with free access to the Community Aquatic Recreation Center (CARC)! This fitness and wellness complex, located in the central Deep Creek Lake area, offers a modern gym and a full-size indoor pool. The free CARC membership is available to all guests in the home for the duration of your stay, up to the home’s full occupancy. 

LAYOUT DETAILS:
Main Level:
- Living Area
- Dining Area
- Kitchen
- Bedroom (Suite): King Bed, Attached Bath with Shower & Separate Tub

Upper Level:
- Bedroom: Queen Bed & Twin Bed
- Full Bath: Shower
- Bedroom: Queen Bed

Lower Level:
- Game Room
- Bedroom: King Bed
- Full Bath: Shower
- 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

Additional Details

  1. Area of Lake: South
  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: Provided for Wood Fireplaces (Valid: 9/15 - 4/15)
  7. Lake Views (Filtered)
  8. Minimum Rental Age: 24
  9. No Smoking or Vaping Allowed
  10. 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.
  11. Water Equipment Not Provided (i.e. Kayaks)
  12. Wooded Setting
  13. Remote Check-In

Bed Sizes & Suites

  1. Bedroom Suites: 1
  2. Kings: 2
  3. Queens: 2
  4. Twins: 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. CARC Indoor Pool & Fitness Membership (Book Conf. = Entry Pass)
    This home offers access to the Community Aquatic and Recreation Center (CARC) for indoor pool and fitness use, at no extra cost! This membership allows access of up to the maximum number of occupants the house sleeps (ex. if the home sleeps 12, then 12 people are allowed). There are no physical passes for this amenity, please bring a copy of your booking confirmation (emailed upon booking and completion of your contract) as your access.
  2. Community Tennis

Inside

  1. A/C: Central Air
  2. Bath Towels Provided
  3. Bed Linens Provided
  4. Dartboard
  5. Fire Extinguishers: 1
  6. Fireplaces (Wood): 1
  7. Internet: Wifi
  8. Landline Phone: Available for Use
  9. Pool Table
  10. Single Jetted Tub: 1

Inside | Appliances

  1. Coffee Makers (Drip): 1
  2. Full-Size Fridges: 1
  3. Microwaves: 1
  4. Ovens: 1
  5. Stoves: 1
  6. Washers: 1
  7. Dryers: 1

Inside | Electronics

  1. Blu-Ray Players: 2
  2. Desktop Computers: 1
  3. DVD Players: None
  4. TVs (Flat Screen): 3
  5. Peak WIFI Speeds: 100+ Mbps
    Speeds measured based on one user using service provider's network performance at time of testing. Data rates dependent on household usage and subject to variations.

Outside

  1. Grills (Charcoal): 1
  2. Max. Parking: 4 Vehicles
  3. No Off-Road Vehicles Permitted in Community
  4. Outdoor Fire Pit (Wood): 1

Outside | Dock

  1. No Dock Use Available

Availability

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

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Location

65 Carmel Cove Drive, Swanton, 21561 US
Attraction Approximate Distance
Deep Creek Lake Discovery Center 0.40 mi
Axe Throwing 3.75 mi
Escape Rooms 4.80 mi
Skiing & Snowboarding 4.83 mi
Deep Creek Lavender Farms 6.86 mi
Bowling 9.04 mi
Museums 9.38 mi
Corn Maze 12.14 mi
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Reviews

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Great family vacation for all!

Reviewed on 2022-08-18 by Jean
4

Just the right amount of room for our family

Hi Jean! So happy to hear that you and your family had a great vacation with us at Imagine That and the home was just the right fit! Thanks for the review and please come see us again here at DCL!
Madison Miller, Railey Vacations

Won’t stay again

Reviewed on 2022-07-04 by Debra , Winchester, VA United States
1

This place is too close to everyone and you can hear peoples music and conversations. We asked the neighbors to quiet down because of their language and we had our grandchildren. Nope they were very inconsiderate.Do you take down bad reviews?

We want to thank you very much for taking the time to voice your disappointment with your stay. To answer your question, we do not take down bad reviews if they are fair assessments of the home a guest stayed in and how the quality or condition of the home affected the guests stay. In this case, it appears that the main complaint about the property were the neighbors, which is completely out of the control of the homeowner and the management company. We do understand how noisy neighbors using foul language late into the night can ruin a vacation, especially when you have children along. We do have customer service on call 24/7, and If we had known this was an issue at the time and not after the fact, we would have tried to intervene on your behalf, or depending on availability, moved you to a comparable, more secluded, and quiet location. We are terribly sorry you had a bad experience. Of course we would like to host you again if you decide on another Deep Creek Lake vacation in the future. -Susan, Railey Vacations

A very comfortable home

Reviewed on 2022-06-22 by Jackie Schohn
5

It does need some updating

Hi, Jackie. We are so excited to hear that you had a wonderful stay at Imagine That!. The homeowner takes guest experience very seriously, and has already taken a look at your guest survey for specific details about what you feel needs updating. Thank you so much for your excellent review. We would love to host you again when you're ready for another relaxing vacation at Deep Creek lake. -Susan, Railey Vacations

Great place with a lake view access.

Reviewed on 2022-06-08 by Abigail
4

Great place with a lake view access. The location was next to Deep Creek State Park, close to the discovery center/beach area. Full kitchen, spacious. Only the basement A/C was working.

Happy to hear it Abigail! So glad you and your group enjoyed the property and proximity to the lake! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review.

Madison Miller, Railey Vacations

Vacationed In April 2022

Reviewed on 2022-05-25 by Tamikia Randall
3

This home needs updating

HI, Tamikia. We're so sorry the home did not meet your expectations. Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your experience. We will check you survey and provide the homeowner with your detailed comments and suggestions. Our homeowners take their guest's experience very seriously and use your comments and suggestions to make decisions about update / upgrades, repair and renovations to the homes. Deep Creek Lake is a beautiful area in any season. We would love to host you again on your next visit here. -Susan, Railey Vacations

Deep Creek First-Timers

Reviewed on 2021-12-08 by Nikki
4

Our property was very clean and spacious for our group. There were even additional amenities that we were unaware. Overall it was a good stay. Several mattresses could use some updating, and instructions for the heat and TVs would have been helpful. Also, the property didn't have good access to the beautiful, larger part of the lake. The driveway was kind of rough and with the big bump in the middle cars could easily get damaged if not properly navigated.

Hi, Nikki! I’m glad to see that you enjoyed your stay at Imagine That! Overall and appreciate you taking the time to share some ways that it could have been even better. Because bedding preferences can vary so greatly, it can be difficult to find a solution that is perfect for every guest. That said, feedback is always shared with the homeowner and is always appreciated and considered. We’ve also shared your suggestion for heat and television instructions with the homeowner as well as your concern regarding the driveway. Given the terrain, most driveways in Deep Creek are a bit challenging and we do encourage guests to arrive in AWD/4WD vehicles whenever possible. We do want to be aware of any potentially damaging features, though, and appreciate you pointing out the bump you noticed in the driveway. Further, if you found that a home on a different part of the lake would better suit your group next time, our wonderful reservationists can assist you in finding a rental that meets this need and any others you may have. When you’re ready to begin planning your next getaway, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We are happy to know that you had an enjoyable visit and we hope for the opportunity to host you again soon! - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Vacationed In October 2021

Reviewed on 2021-10-19 by Kelly
3

It was a lot bigger than we needed for a honeymoon but for a big family it would be good. The trip was very nice but it would have been nicer with better views and a dock. The free firewood was a nice touch.

I'm sorry to hear that some aspects of Imagine That! didn't quite meet your expectations, Kelly. If views and a dock are important to you, our wonderful reservationists would be happy to lend a hand in finding a home that meets these needs and any others you may have for your next visit to Deep Creek. When you're ready to plan another vacation, please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions you may have or for suggestions of homes that meet your needs. We're glad to know you enjoyed your stay overall, and we hope for the opportunity to host you again soon. - Lainey, Railey Vacations 

Amazing house!

Reviewed on 2021-10-19 by Jennifer
5

We loved the home and honestly the best part was the temperature of the shower water and the amazing water pressure. It was a great place for us to all hang out and spend time together, also close to the dock!

I'm so glad to hear that you had an awesome time at Imagine That!, Jennifer! We appreciate you taking a moment to share your experience with us, and we hope you'll visit again soon! - Lainey, Railey Vacations 

Great!

Reviewed on 2021-07-21 by Joyce
5

We had a fun and relaxing vacation. Few minor issues were taken care of in a timely fashion. Checking in and out was easy.

We're so glad you enjoyed your stay, Joyce, and that we could resolve any issues that arose promptly. Please come back and visit us again soon! - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Vacationed In June 2021

Reviewed on 2021-06-23 by Mark
3

Middle of the Road

Thanks so much for taking the time to share your experience, Mark. We sure hope you'll visit Deep Creek again soon! - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Vacationed In March 2021

Reviewed on 2021-04-01 by Brandon
4

No Additional Comment

Thank you for taking the time out to share your experience with us. ~Deborah Fike, Railey Vacations

Vacationed In December 2020

Reviewed on 2021-01-18 by Sharon
3

No Additional Comment

Vacationed In September 2020

Reviewed on 2020-10-08 by Jennifer
3

No Additional Comment

Vacationed In August 2020

Reviewed on 2020-10-05 by Susan
4

We plan to have another couple with a baby, next year. We need a dishwasher that works! Please let me know if the situation changes. Otherwise, we like the location and the proximity to Carmel Cove

Hi, Susan! Rest assured, the dishwasher has been fixed and is working properly. Thanks so much for sharing your feedback, and we sincerely hope we can host you again soon! - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Vacationed In August 2020

Reviewed on 2020-09-29 by Judith
4

we enjoyed the stay, but would prefer to bring our dog next time, so would need a house that allows pets. Overall we were happy with this house otherwise

I'm so happy to know that you had a great stay at Imagine That, Judith! We completely understand wanting to bring along your furry friends and would be happy to assist you in finding a pet-friendly rental that meets all of your needs. When you're ready to begin booking your next getaway, please don't hesitate to give us a call. We can't wait to host you again! - Lainey, Railey Vacations 

Vacationed In June 2020

Reviewed on 2020-07-06 by Kerri
3

No Additional Comment

Vacationed In June 2020

Reviewed on 2020-06-30 by Joanne
4

Overall we were very satisfied. We enjoyed being on the quiet part of the lake. We prefer a home with a private beach/dock area but found these homes are much more expensive to rent. We will probably rent this home again.

I'm happy to know that Imagine That offered everything you needed for a fun and restful stay, Joanne! If you're interested in a home with a private dock and/or beach area for your next visit, our wonderful reservationists can assist you in finding one that meets all of your needs; while these homes do tend to be a bit more expensive, rates do vary and we'll do our best to find one within your budget. That said, Imagine That is a great home and you're never doing yourself a disservice by booking it. Thanks so much for your review, and we can't wait for your next getaway to Deep Creek! - Lainey, Railey Vacations  

Vacationed in October 2019

Reviewed on 2019-10-23 by Deb
3

No Additional Comment

well-furnished

Reviewed on 2019-09-09 by Daryl
5

The house was well-furnished with both furniture and cooking items, i.e., pots, pans, etc. Although the view of the lake is obscured by the foliage in the summer and early fall, it is a short walk to the dock on the lake. Pool table and dart board were nice distractions.

I'm happy that you enjoyed your time at Imagine That, Daryl! Please don't hesitate to visit again soon. - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Wow!

Reviewed on 2019-07-18 by Gran
5

Wow! “Imagine That” was a great place to stay for our missions team from Smithsburg Valley Church. It was clean, comfy and had lots of extras like the hot tub and pool table! After a long day of mission work it was a great place to escape too.

Thanks for allowing us to host your team, Gran! We're so glad Imagine That offers everything you need for a restful stay. We can't wait for your next visit! - Lainey, Railey Vacations

Short and Sweet

Reviewed on 2018-12-27 by Kim
5

Our family was only at Imagine Tha!t for two full days, but we wished we stayed longer! The pool table was a fun diversion, the kitchen lends itself to great group time with the open concept, and we had a beautiful view of the lake. There was more than enough space for our little group of 5. Highly recommend!

We're so glad you enjoyed your stay at Imagine That, Kim! Thanks for this lovely review and we hope to host you again soon! - Lainey, Railey Vacations