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Bear Hollow Lodge | 5 Minutes to Lake Activities

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Welcome to Bear Hollow Lodge!
Private Dock
Fire Pit
Great Room
Lakefront Al Fresco Dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 14234.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Oakland, MD
  • Deep Creek Lake
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Wisp Resort
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Deep Creek Lake State Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Oakland, MD (ODM-Garrett County)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Lower Level Bedroom 1

1 Single Bunk Bed

Lower Level Primary Suite

1 Queen Bed

Main Level Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Main Level Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Upper Level Primary Suite

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Lower Level Hall Bath

Lower Level Primary Bath

Main Level Half Bath

Main Level Hall Bath

Upper Level Primary Bath

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Bear Hollow Lodge | 5 Minutes to Lake Activities

Find the time to reconnect with family and friends at Bear Hollow Lodge! Centrally located, this spacious log home it outfitted for fun and relaxation. You will feel an immediate sense of relaxation upon entering the main level that is highlighted by lake views, cathedral ceilings and a floor to ceiling stone fireplace.



Prepare homestyle meals in the fully equipped kitchen, share laughs around the family dining table, and watch your favorite shows on TV with cable service while sitting on the sectional sofa in the great room. For your convenience, this home also offers free wifi.



Tastefully furnished, the main level bedroom with a king is a comfortable place where you can catch up on some much needed rest. A second bedroom with a queen is equally as comfortable. You can dream of Deep Creek and wake ready to take on the day!



Upstairs, a private primary suite is your own personal haven when you need to unwind. A king bed and TV welcome you to rest up. Before you retire for the evening, let your worries fade away with a soothing soak in the jetted tub that will leave you completely at ease.



Outfitted with all of the essentials for entertainment, the lower level family room has a pool table, TV and a wet bar with a full-sized refrigerator. Everyone will love kicking back to watch a favorite movie or breaking out the board games. The gas fireplace provides a warm and cozy ambiance. At the end of each evening, step outside onto the patio to take a dip in the bubbling hot tub. The lower level is also where you will find the second primary suite with a queen bed and TV. It has a door that leads outside so that you can take one last glimpse of the stars before getting a good night's sleep. Rounding out the sleeping quarters is a bedroom with two duobunks that gives the kids a place to call their own.



Everyone will be drawn outdoors to lounge on the expansive deck that overlooks the gently sloping lake front. It is the best spot to sip your morning coffee as you watch the sunrise or to host an afternoon barbecue in the summer sunshine. Bring your boat or rent one locally to make use of your private dock. You can fill your days with swimming, fishing, kayaking or paddleboardiing. There is plenty of space for the kids to run and play on the grassy lawn too. When dusk falls, warm yourself around the outdoor fire pit as you roast s'mores and reminisce.



It is an easy drive in either direction to experience all that Deep Creek Lake has to offer. Restaurants, shops, kayak rentals, mini golf, the movie theater, nightlife, and arcades are all close-by. Plus, Wisp Resort is just five-minutes away. Their four seasons of adventures include skiing, golfing, snow tubing, mountain biking, ice skating, canopy tours and much more! You can also try white water rafting at the Adventure Sports Center International on top of the mountain.



Get together with your favorite people at Bear Hollow Lodge and look forward to making lasting memories in a very special place! Bear Hollow Lodge offers a membership to the Community Aquatic Recreation Complex (CARC). You can enjoy the indoor pool and fitness facilities during your stay. Get more info.

If your rental is listed as having a Boat Dock as an amenity provided with this property, this is subject to weather conditions, water levels, and other natural factors.

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NEW Taylor Made Office
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Languages

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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

About the area

Oakland

Located in Oakland, this holiday home is on the waterfront. 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. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, power boating and sailing adventures can be found near the property.
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Oakland, MD

What's nearby

  • Deep Creek Lake - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Wisp Resort - 8 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Deep Creek Lake State Park - 10 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Lodestone Golf Club - 12 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Swallow Falls State Park - 13 min drive - 11.1 km

Getting around

  • Morgantown, WV (MGW-Morgantown Municipal) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Arrowhead Market - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Deep Creek Yacht Club Turkey Neck - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪UNO Pizzeria & Grill - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Trader's Coffee House - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Bear Hollow Lodge | 5 Minutes to Lake Activities have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Bear Hollow Lodge | 5 Minutes to Lake Activities pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Bear Hollow Lodge | 5 Minutes to Lake Activities?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bear Hollow Lodge | 5 Minutes to Lake Activities?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bear Hollow Lodge | 5 Minutes to Lake Activities located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Deep Creek Lake and within 6 miles (10 km) of Deep Creek Lake State Park and Funland. Mount Nebo Wildlife Management Area and Wisp Resort are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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6/10 Okay

Nice house but.....

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We were basically happy with our vacation stay however there are a few things that really need attention at this rental home. The first thing we noticed is the trash laying around outside. All of the outside furniture could use a good cleaning and the hot tub is very small. We had to call the rental agency every day about different issues that came up (mostly minor) The house needs a deep cleaning and a bug bomb! Biggest complaint was the lack of seating in the dining room, downstairs pool room, and most of our outside fire pit chairs were at the house next door. We didn't want to be rude and take them but they were clearly marked on the back that they belonged at Bear Hollow. I did let the rental company know about that, but nothing was done. And lastly, the Wi-Fi is terrible! I know it shouldn't matter if you are on vacation, but it was needed for some to work while there.
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4/10 Poor

Rose D.

Made the best of a rainy week

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a lovely even though it rained every day. We enjoyed our stay boating, jet skying, fishing what we did between the rain drops. We were disappointed in the cleanliness of the house. We cleaned what we could and housekeeping did come back and vacuum but this house needs a serious deep cleaning. in spite of the dirty house we had a great time.
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10/10 Excellent

eugene s.

Bear hollow stsy

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great stay. Rental house was very nice. A couple of minor things needed to be fixed but had quick response from the maintenance crew.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Awesome place, great memories

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have rented the Bear Hollow and Raccoon Lagoon houses 2 times, once for our wedding and again recently to celebrate my wife's 40th. Both times were absolutely amazing and memorable times. The houses have everything you need and really provide the perfect setting for fun with family and friends.
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8/10 Good

Margaret K.

Outstanding March 2018 Vacation at Bear Hollow

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our family had an OUTSTANDING rental experience at the Bear Hollow Property for one week in March, 2018! Our ONLY recommendation is to provide two more trash cans, bringing the total number of trash can to four for this rental property. The two provided trash cans were not sufficient for our one week stay. If no additional trash cans are able to be provided, recommend scheduling a trash pick-up not later than the fourth day of a seven day stay. Renters do not want to place trash on the ground of the wooden trash can holders that would attract bears or rodents. We want to extend a special thanks to the Taylor-Made Office Staff for their superb courtesy and helpfulness in arranging our stay. Our family will definitely return to Bear Hollow!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Brooke I.

Amazing Trip in a Beautiful Place!

The properties are beautiful, well kept, and in the best location at the lake. The homes were spotless and had all the accessories and kitchen tools you would need. You are close to anything/everything you could want and yet you feel immersed in the natural beauty of the lake. The homes are stunning and spacious so you do not feel cramped at any time. The views of the lake and mountains are unmatched by any other property at the lake! The homes are the perfect place to spend time with family and friends in a beautiful setting. The owners are communicative and so helpful, they made our trip that much better. Trust me, you will not regret staying here!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Brooke I.

Amazing Trip in a Beautiful Place!

The properties are beautiful, well kept, and in the best location at the lake. The homes were spotless and had all the accessories and kitchen tools you would need. You are close to anything/everything you could want and yet you feel immersed in the natural beauty of the lake. The homes are stunning and spacious so you do not feel cramped at any time. The views of the lake and mountains are unmatched by any other property at the lake! The homes are the perfect place to spend time with family and friends in a beautiful setting. The owners are communicative and so helpful, they made our trip that much better. Trust me, you will not regret staying here!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jim & Connie N.

Lovely home

This home was everything it was advertised to be. Great setting, five large bedrooms, four and a half baths. Nicely decorated. Completely furnished kitchen with all the tools and accessories you could want. Good sized yard that ends at the dock, gas grill, hot tub, pool table and more.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Nice place as advertised

This was a nice place for a great rate. The house was just as described on this site an in the pictures. The only thing keeping me from giving it 5 stars is that the house needs some seasonal maintenance. A few screws and bolts loose throughout the house that made us think we broke something. The eaves need cleaned of the various 6-8 legged critters that have taken roost there, too. The grill needs a deep cleaning. The cleaning crew on check-in day missed a couple beer cans and some lingerie left by the previous tenants. Honestly, nothing major, just a few suggestions for some easy improvements. But those things wouldn't prevent me from renting the place again. It's in a great spot and if you're looking for a place that's right in the middle of things (but still is a quiet spot), has plenty of room for the kids to run around and plenty of room for the adults to be a family and individuals, go for this one.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kristin L.

BEYOND PERFECT LAKE HOUSE

House is an amazing location directly on the lake with a beautiful flat front lawn to the lakefront and your own firepit and dock. It was beautifully furnished and the pictures do not do it justice-it's very updated! It was impeccably cleaned and anything you could want was in the home (except the things that Stacey clearly states on your check in info to bring) The views from every room are gorgeous and it truly felt like our family was staying in a home away from home. Stacey was amazing with suggestions for what we could do with kids and a dog. She was so quick to respond to any question we had. We are already asking to book again for next year!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

Great property, very spacious

Bear Hollow was prefect for a multi family weekend away. Plenty of room, well appointed house, beautiful views of lake. Boat slips made it easy to rent a boat and utilized it for the whole day. Loved having the fire pit for camp fires at night, nice to have plenty of chairs as well. House and hot tub was clean and well maintained. We would definitely rent again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

Former best kept secret

This was the 4th or 5th time we have stayed in Bear Hollow and my husband and I could not be happier. This is our dream lake/mountain home. We have stayed in other accommodations in the area but these sister homes are the very best you can find. So many desirable amenities, very close to local hot spots (including the adorable coffee shop, Arrowhead market and the Honi Honi), and the backyard with dock and amazing views have us sold as very happy return customers year after year. Also, the fact that these houses are dog friendly makes them an A+ in my book. Thank you for allowing us to make wonderful family memories in your gorgeous log homes!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Barry P.

Relaxing vacation on the lake

This was our second time staying at Bear Hollow and we enjoyed this trip better than the first. The weather was perfect. The accommodations were excellent for our family and friend group of 9(actually 10 with the dog). The property was clean and well-maintained. I have already recommended this property to a friend who just happened to mention to me that he was looking for a 5 bedroom property on the lake for his family vacation. I gave him one of your cards, and I am sure he will be in touch! The younger adults enjoyed the white-water rafting at WISP, and we all enjoyed renting a pontoon boat for a day on the water. The brick-oven pizza at Mountain State Brewing Company, and the food and drinks at Boardwalk and Honi-Honi were excellent.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Denise V.

The Van Rye Family

We arrived at Bear Hollow and was pleasantly surprised by the location and house! Not only was it spotless, but also well equipped from lines to dinnerware! We had noticed by day 2 that the light in the refrigerator was out and one over the sink! We called the repair service and within a couple of hours he arrived! Enjoyed having a conversation about the area, since it was our first visit and he was very knowledgeable! We loved our family vacation there and would recommend it in the future!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Brenda S.

Deep Creek's best lodging

We went for a family reunion. This is the second year we have stayed at Raccoon Lagoon and Bear Hollow. Love these two houses. Great location. The kids and adults had great fun in the water and the beautiful yard. The houses have all the comforts of home. The owners respond promptly and are very friendly and helpful. Can't say enough good things about these properties. Have already rented again for next year.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Donna W.

Amazing!

This property has everything and well appointed! I am hard to please but found the property in great shape and very clean....location was ideal! View was never ending!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Peggy A.

Perfect Double Rentals for Large Families!

We were very impressed with the homes when we walked in....the pictures didn't do them justice. They are updated and very nicely decorated. The layout of the homes was perfect for multiple families and teens. When you rent both homes and have all that yard space it makes for some fun yard games. We had a perfect vacation and definitely plan to return!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

sue d.

Sad to pack up our things and leave.....

The judge of a wonderful vacation is when you hate to pack up your bags on the last day because you've had a marvelous time. Part of that feeling is that I have an amazing family, and the other part is Raccoon Lagoon was a perfect location for our adventure!! Plusses: - cozy log house with all the amenities needed. -evening walks to the Creamery and morning walks to the donut shop!! -Easy boat rental from Bill's Marina just down the road. -Great back yard for PLAY and camp fires -Close to Bear Hollow, but not a problem. We actually made friends with our neighbors there!! -Plenty of parking, and we hardly drove all week (just for groceries) -Hot tub a JOY -Owners very accessible with the planning and questions. We would do it all over again!!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful, spacious lake-front property

We rented this property for a family reunion weekend, with ages ranging from 14-60- so we needed some serious space. The house had the perfect layout for this; large kitchen-dining-family room area leading to a large deck with great lake views and a downstairs game room ideal for the teens. The woodwork on the inside was very impressive, the kitchen had literally everything you could need for any level of cooking, the dock was well set up for swimming or boating (we rented jet skis and kayaks), and there was a nice fire pit for cool evenings under the stars; with a good sized hot tub nearby. We also enjoyed a beautiful day hike and swim in the falls at the nearby Swallow Falls State Park. We would definitely try to rent Bear Hollow again for our next reunion.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Douglas C.

Guys Weekend

This is I think our fifth year to rent this house. We love the location, the condition of the house and the overall beauty of the property. We come for a guys weekend from all over the US as a small class reunion of high school friends. The owners are super to work with and are always interested in how the weekend went for us. The fire pit and boat dock always get used as we love to sit by the lake and enjoy the view. Great house for any occasion!!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Beautiful Place

We stayed at Bear Hollow over our spring break. We had 6 adults and 3 kids and there was plenty of space for all of us and an extra bedroom. This place is beautiful, well taken care of and very comfortable. We have stayed in many cabins and this by far had the best view. We loved the large dining room table because we all fit around it. The kitchen was fully equipped and having two dishwashers and two refrigerators was great!! My only complaint which obviously didn't affect my rating is that we were only given 2 kitchen towels for the week. We look forward to staying here again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Eloise S.

Delightful

We (3 generations) had an enjoyable stay in early March. The house was comfortable, attractive, and well maintained. The kitchen was well-supplied and there were plenty of games as well as TV in each room. There is enough room so the family could spread out and pursue different interests, but with plenty of space to gather at meals and visiting together. We enjoyed the hot tub overlooking a snowy yard and lake and time spent in front of large picture windows taking in the view. Excellent location close to stores and activities and right on the lake. The owner was extremely pleasant and helpful, organized and prompt to respond. We only wish we could have stayed longer. .
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Anastasia M.

Beautiful lakefront getaway that permits dogs

My husband, my dog, and I stayed at Bear Hollow from March 6 to March 10 and had an absolutely fantastic stay. The house was lovely, spacious, well-equipped, and clean. The view of the lake from the house is outstanding, serene, and unobstructed. The house is situated off a main road and you can hear traffic noise from the outside deck. But, the location is very convenient to nearby restaurants, attractions, and markets. Overall, I would highly recommend this rental unit and plan on returning next year.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

Amazing!!

Wonderful property, pictures don't do it justice! Amazingly convenient to Wisp and the local attractions. Beautiful view of the lake surrounding the property. Attended with a large group for a ski getaway weekend- plenty of space for everyone. Overall amazing experience!

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