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1850 Historic Log Cabin

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Cabin Living Room
Bathroom
Kitchen
Washer and Dryer
Upstairs bedroom, couch/bed

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Westminster, MD
  • McDaniel College
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Carroll County Farm Museum
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Bear Branch Nature Center
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Gettysburg, PA (GTY-Gettysburg Regional)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Futons

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

+1
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

1850 Historic Log Cabin

This rare gem is both historic and one of a kind. The log cabin sits on 5 acres of beautiful land in the country with 2.5 acre fenced area. Central to Gettysburg, Baltimore, and Washington, DC. It's rustic with all the benefits of upscale modern appliances and amenities, including a super automatic espresso coffee machine, down pillows and bedding, memory foam mattresses, dishwasher, and a washer and dryer. With every visit you will be welcomed with a free bottle of wine.

Property manager

Linda S Jarrin
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children must be supervised by an adult all times!
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Permission must be requested from the Host
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
Note from host: Permission must be requested from the Host
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Westminster

Located in Westminster, this cabin is in a rural area. Alumni Hall Theatre and Decker Auditorium are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Western Maryland College Historic District and Union Mills Homestead Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kenneth R. Gill Stadium or The Danele Shipley Memorial Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Westminster, MD

What's nearby

  • McDaniel College - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Union Mills Homestead Park - 11 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Carroll County Farm Museum - 11 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Bear Branch Nature Center - 12 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Old Westminster Winery - 15 min drive - 13.0 km

Getting around

  • Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Roy Rogers - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Maryland Mallet - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 1850 Historic Log Cabin pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at 1850 Historic Log Cabin?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1850 Historic Log Cabin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 1850 Historic Log Cabin located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Westminster Community Park and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from College Square. McDaniel College and Dutterer Family Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 34 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Holly J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable and cozy

My family enjoyed our time here! My kids loved the yard. There was everything we needed in the kitchen and I loved the coffee machine I would love to know the history of the home.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dog Breeding

Second time staying in the cabin. It is delightful and cozy. We would certainly stay a third time.The dogs loved the fenced in yard where they can run freely. Everyone had a great time.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi Renee C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect little getaway

We were super excited to stay in such a charming historic cabin. Felt like staying at an old family homestead. The rental is furnished with absolutely everything you could possibly need if staying with dogs or family. We really appreciated all the character and thoughtfulness put into the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exactly as described

Linda is one of the most responsive hosts we work with. The home is full of character and clean. The bottle of wine is always a nice touch! We've stayed here twice and works book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

October Stay

The cabin was very cozy and comfortable.We enjoyed our stay there and the dogs enjoyed the fenced in yard.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice stay

I do feel like there should be a real fridge on the property but other then that we had a nice stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Michele R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Eclectic & Rustic with modern Amenities

We were at the cabin for an extended stay of 28 days. This was a work from home situation too. There are many impressive factors to staying there. It’s rustic in some respects with a highly slanted plank board floor upstairs. Rustic means that one should expect some bugs inside with an 1850s structure, in addition to the slant. However, this stay had everything we needed and more: Internet speeds and superior connectivity beyond what our own home has, mini-split AC in each room, outdoor security cameras, sun-drenched kitchen with peaceful sun rises and quiet. The kitchen is also well equipped with what one will need, including an espresso machine, electric kettle and washer/dryer too. There is a king bed upstairs and generous couches on both levels with a large Roku TV. We did not use the connected cottage but it did have a musty odor when we popped in to check out the space. The host is thoughtful, creative and responsive. We made certain to treat her home the way we would want our home treated. It is easy to notice things when staying for a longer period of time. There was mold and water collecting in the front load washer. We corrected that and let her know. The ants persisted under one kitchen door. I think that these issues simply need more maintenance checks, which can go unnoticed if an owner is not living there for a period. I do think that the structure can be a problem for anyone with mobility issues. Still fun, with some understandable flaws.
Stayed 28 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Claudia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cabin

My husband I enjoyed our stay at Linda’s home. It was perfect for what we needed, as we were in town for a family celebration in Westminster. It is a historic home, so as a therapist, I have to say that it would not be good for someone with orthopedic or balance issues since it has stairs with no handrail to get to the bedroom, and some of the wooden flooring is uneven. However, for able bodied individuals it is a cozy, warm and comfortable stay! The kitchen and bathroom are both recently renovated, bright and cheerful. The king bed upstairs was very comfortable and with the blinds and curtains on all the windows, it’s easy to sleep late, which we appreciated! There is also a pull out bed in the upstairs bedroom with a curtain separating it from the king bed. One thing to keep in mind is that the other double bed is in an attached building, (which may have been the kitchen building historically, not sure). It is fixed up really nicely, but it is a bit musty just due to the nature of that building, so it may not be appropriate for everyone. The grounds around the home would be nice to hang out in, although we didn’t really get the chance while we were there. The kitchen is well-stocked with basics and spices so if you’d like to cook, this would be possible. Thanks Linda for a wonderful stay, if we are back in the area again visiting family, we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Livia E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay

Linda was a wonderful host. She treated us like family. The cabin so also very inviting as soon as you came through the door. Would definitely stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Linda's place was great!

This little house was exactly as described! Our dogs loved the fenced yard...the house was well stocked and very clean. My husband and I are already planning when we can come again! Linda was an amazing host and very flexible and responsive! Thank you!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice older/historic home

We enjoyed our stay during our Gettysburg visit. Enjoyed the 1850 home. It had all the amenities needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Cynthia P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Definitely disappointing

From the minute we spotted the property, we were disappointed. It was located right on the corner road side of the property, car noise. It looked dilapidated, out-buildings especially. It’s an old house, so we expected some issues. HOWEVER. I am short (5') and have bad knees. The steps onto the "breezeway" were so high I barely got up, even with a cane, walls to grab onto, and assistance from my family. It was even worse TRYING to get into the house itself. I simply couldn’t. Since the bathroom (very tiny) was in the house, I wouldn’t be able to use it. So I thought my husband & I could sleep in the "cabin". NO WAY!!! It was overwhelmingly musty, and having asthma, not possible for me. I’m not the only one that had access issues. My brother-in-law had a bad time getting up too. He has a bad hip, making the entry stairs painful for him. The rest of the property was okay, nice sitting area under the trees. But all in all, nothing like we expected from the description. We all felt it was misrepresented, or at least missing a few pertinent details (like the stairs). All in all, way too tiny for more than two people. It should listed "possible access issues". We never spent our allotted time there; we are in the process of trying to get at least 50% of our money back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

8/25-27/23

Inside was wonderful, everything we needed was all provided by Linda very cozy. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taryn O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Historic Cabin

This cabin was just perfect! It was beautifully decorated with both the old & modern look. The cabin included all the cooking essentials we needed for our stay. The host was quick to respond with any questions. The place was super clean! We brought our 2 Golden Retriever girls with us & the fenced in field was perfect for playing fetch! They absolutely loved it! I loved the slanted floors & the old farmhouse appearance! I highly recommend this cabin! ❤️🐾🥰 The grocery store & other stores were only about 10 minutes away which was also great! I wish our stay was longer! Definitely will be back again! 💗
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home

Linda is a wonderful host! She anticipated my needs, and was incredibly responsivewhen I had a question. The log cabin is warm and inviting, and the property is a dog Mommy's dream! I have every intention of staying here each time I return home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely spot

Charming cabin with beautiful interior. Host was very responsive and accommodating for graduation party we had outdoors. It was a perfect garden setting to mingle and socialize. Very close to town too! Very happy with out stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous Property!

Linda has an amazing little spot in Carroll County. It's close enough to Westminster to hop down and grab some supplies, but far enough from civilization to enjoy the wilderness. The neighborhood is quiet, the cabin is a cute little joy, and the bumble bees are a treat.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie J., Union, CT

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing time

We enjoyed our long weekend at the cabin. The house was interesting and we got used to its quirks (low ceilings, slanted floors and steep staircase). The king sized bed was super comfortable. The refrigerator is small with other food in there but luckily they have a separate fridge in the cottage bedroom so we could fit our food. The immediate yard off the house is not fenced but is largely bordered by hedges. There is a separate fenced field that is secure. Our dog loved the yard and there was plenty of space for ball playing. The neighborhood was beautiful and the roads were quiet for walking. The first couple of days we used the electric fireplace for warmth in the living room, but at the end of our stay we took advantage of the outside furniture and the beautiful spring weather.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enchanting cabin

Wonderful experience for Gracie (my dog) and me. Linda was available whenever I had any questions. She also anticipated a guest’s every need! Truly able to unwind and disconnect ( I never even turned the tv on.) I will be coming back here, and telling all of my friends about this very special place. Thank you, Linda!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint and quiet

Loved the place, great scenery and would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chrystal Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cabin!

This place has a lot of charm! It’s decorated nicely and has lots of upgrades. We loved the combination of new and rustic! The kids got a kick out of the slanted floors and the bidet! We had a great 2 night stay with 6 people. I highly recommend this cozy cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shannon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun stay

Cute cabin. Great use of space. Enjoy our trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette A., Virginia beach

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We loved our stay!!

We booked this rental because my husband and my 2 sons are both history buffs and it was my 15yr old's birthday. There were 6 of us and it was enough room for us to all have our space but be close as well. It was about a 30 minute drive to Gettysburg. We enjoyed the museum and all of the battlefields during the day and came back in the late afternoon to enjoy the historic property. My son dressed up in his Army outfit and ran around the rather large property exploring and "ghost hunting" while we enjoyed the fire pit. For someone that lives on the computer, I was so happy to see him outside playing. My 3yr old grandson was there as well and he had a ball running around. It was very safe. One of the bedrooms is actually a separate building with a covered breezeway connected to the house. That was where my husband and I stayed and everyone else slept upstairs in the main house. The floors are slanted but that really added to the character to this house that was built in 1850. Very beautiful inside and we will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Todd L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing stay in a piece of history

We enjoyed our stay at the cabin. It was very peaceful and private. We relaxed in the evening by the fire pit and appreciated the complimentary bottle of wine. It was exactly what we were expecting.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tammy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cabin Stay

The cabin was clean and cozy. The yard was perfect for our labrador. My husband loved the quiet and peaceful location. We look forward to staying again and recommend this cabin rental to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Linda S Jarrin

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I am a wife to an amazing husband and mother of 2 wonderful children. Traveling is a passion of mine and when we found the Log Cabin, I knew it was a special find that I could share with others.

Why they chose this property

When we were downsizing after our children left the nest, we found the beautiful gem that we fell in love with immediately. We lived here for 5 years, farming the land (first time farmers), and really got connected with the place. When we moved, I couldn't imagine giving it up, so we decided to turn it into a rental because we thought others would enjoy it as much as we did.

What makes this property unique

When you stay here you get a unique opportunity to experience the past with the benefits of modern amenities. The cabin and cottage are filled with fairy lights on the ceilings, giving the place a magical glow. It's located on beautiful 5 acres with large trees and spacious grasslands to run and play.

Languages:

English

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