[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/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 ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37810000/37805300/37805223/48f353a8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37810000/37805300/37805223/53c50f97.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37810000/37805300/37805223/c1f540ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37810000/37805300/37805223/2eb92a14.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37810000/37805300/37805223/5d12d612.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location 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. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Washer - Dryer - Kitchen - Parking available - Air conditioning - Outdoor space ## 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 transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - 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 elevator - Smooth flooring in public areas - Stair-free path to entrance - Thin carpet in public areas - Visual alarms in hallways - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city center ### 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/112000000/111740000/111731800/111731774/f7a4db8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Large Open Suite nestled among the Trees Marriottsville - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=111731774&PinnedHotelID=111731774&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116460000/116452700/116452605/cf2f1577.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming studio with 1 queen sofa bed and 1 full bath . 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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 elevators ### 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 - Sykesville Town Hall - 13 min walk - 1.1 km - Patapsco Distillery - 13 min walk - 1.1 km - South Branch Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km - Freedom Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 km - Howard County Fairgrounds - 10 min drive - 11.0 km #### 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? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Quiet Apartment in Coolest Small Town in America!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Quiet Apartment in Coolest Small Town in America!? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Quiet Apartment in Coolest Small Town in America! located? > Located in the center of Sykesville, this family-friendly apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Hugg-Thomas Wildlife Management Area and Old Main Line Park. South Branch Park and Little Sykes Railway Park are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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