Title: Peaceful Dog Friendly Escape w/ Dock & Fire Pit - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Peaceful Dog Friendly Escape w/ Dock & Fire Pit Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21870000/21865900/21865872/730c07e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21870000/21865900/21865872/f08cf04f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21870000/21865900/21865872/17ea6d24.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21870000/21865900/21865872/9388cc01.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21870000/21865900/21865872/6847cb67.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to Sunlit Serenity, a serene lakefront haven nestled in the Carmel Cove Community. Unwind with friends and family in this spacious chalet featuring cathedral ceilings, towering timbers, and plenty of outdoor space for recreation. With a shaded lot perfect for kids to play and a fire pit for s'mores nights under the stars. 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101910 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Pet-friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Peaceful Dog Friendly Escape w/ Dock & Fire Pit Name: Sunlit Serenity | Bedrooms: 4 | Bathrooms: 3 | Sleeps: 10 | Access: Lake Access | Dogs Welcome: Max: 2 | MUST BE 24+ YEARS TO RENT | Free WIFI Provided Breathtaking cathedral ceilings and towering timbers combine to create Sunlit Serenity! DESCRIPTION: Let the sunlight streaming in through the trees welcome you to your Deep Creek Lake vacation at Sunlit Serenity! This little chalet is perfect for a private family reunion or an intimate gathering among friends. Located close to quiet Carmel Cove, this home is an easy walk away from the home’s community dock slip and lake access point, yet offers the tranquility of a private wooded setting. This home provides plenty of space for outdoor pursuits with a shaded lot for the kids to run around, as well as a fire pit for s’mores, campfire songs, and time spent together with those you love most. Any time you want, walk down to the lake by way of a community foot path to enjoy the serenity of Deep Creek Lake or hop in the car to hit up area restaurants and family-favorite activities. Book your stay today! ACCESS DETAILS: Parking for community dock is located on Carmel Cove Drive. Please note that docks are only guaranteed from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Please Note: To access this home’s dock, you must pass under the State Park Bridge, which, due to height restrictions, is considered impassible by any vessel with a tower or Bimini top. Access with your own vessel is at your own risk; pontoon boats are not recommended. Due to this restriction, please note marinas in the area will not rent boats to this address as all of their vessels have a tower or Bimini top. COMMUNITY/AREA DETAILS: Located in the Carmel Cove Community at Deep Creek Lake. LAYOUT DETAILS: Main Level: \- Living Area \- Dining Area \- Kitchen \- Full Bath: Shower/Tub \- Bedroom: Queen Bed \- Bedroom: Queen Bed ​​​​​​​Upper Level: \- Loft: Twin Sleeper Chair \- Bedroom (Suite): King Bed, Attached Bath with Shower Lower Level: \- Game Room \- Bedroom: Queen Bed and Twin Bunk Beds \- Full Bath: Shower/Tub 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. DOG BREED LIMITATIONS: Even in dog-friendly homes, it’s prohibited to bring any dog with a history or instance of aggressive or reactive tendencies. We welcome any dog which you know to be well-socialized, trained, and friendly in any situation involving others, both human and canine, as there may be nearby dogs at neighboring properties. However, due to restrictions in place by homeowner insurance policies, breeds listed as most aggressive are banned from all rentals, regardless of the training and temperament of the individual dog. You can view this restriction list and our full policy regarding dogs at https://www.deepcreek.com/contact-railey under “Pet Policies”. 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. There is a working wood fireplace available for use, however firewood is not provided. Locally available for purchase. DOG BREED LIMITATIONS: Even in dog-friendly homes, it’s prohibited to bring any dog with a history or instance of aggressive or reactive tendencies. We welcome any dog which you know to be well-socialized, trained, and friendly in any situation involving others, both human and canine, as there may be nearby dogs at neighboring properties. However, due to restrictions in place by homeowner insurance policies, breeds listed as most aggressive are banned from all rentals, regardless of the training and temperament of the individual dog. For a list of restricted breeds and our full policy regarding dogs, please contact us directly. AFTER BOOKING: An email will be sent to the address provided during check-out; please check for action items needed to secure your reservation. The subject of this email will start with "URGENT: Complete Your Booking For"... and may be in your Promotional/Marketing folders depending on your email provider and settings. TOILETRIES & PAPER PRODUCTS: Bed linens and bath towels provided w/rental. No soaps, toiletries, paper products, trash bags, etc. will be provided with the exception of a welcome bag including a few starter items. Please pack accordingly. NOTE: A copy of the contract holder's Photo ID, a signed contract, and a list of your full travel party (names/ages of all attending) will be required to complete your booking. If booking last minute, you may be required to stop by our main office to show your photo ID and the credit card used on the reservation. This policy is in place to help combat fraudulent activity that is more likely to occur in last-minute arrivals. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Phone ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the marina - On a lake ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table - Golf - Tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Spelunking nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### 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 ### General - Unit size: 1,910 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82530000/82523000/82522915/37c1e1a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Do Friendly Retreat w/ Deck & Meadow Views North Glade Hills - 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dog-friendly Swanton - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.0 Wonderful 12 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=101335696&PinnedHotelID=101335696&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 24 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. 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 A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Sunlit Serenity 4 Bedroom Lake Access Home Community Dock Slip Sunlit Serenity Lake Access Home w/ Community Dock Slip House Sunlit Serenity Lake Access Home House Sunlit Serenity Lake Access Home w/ Community Dock Slip Sunlit Serenity Lake Access Home Sunlit Serenity- Lake Access Home w/ Community Dock Slip SWANTON Sunlit Serenity Access House Sunlit Serenity Lake Access Home w/ Community Dock Slip 610 ## About the area Located in Swanton, this vacation home is in a rural area and on a lake. 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 check out Wisp Resort. Funland and Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Station are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Swanton travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Swanton.dx164144) [View more Vacation homes in Swanton](https://www.expedia.ca/Swanton-Private-Vacation-Homes.d164144-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C39.51038%2C-79.29085&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=cLCJmXZUSM5iFJzwe1klk0hdL5E=) Swanton, MD ### What's nearby - Deep Creek Lake - 1 min drive - 0.7 km - Deep Creek Lake State Park - 2 min drive - 1.1 km - Thousand Acres Lakeside Golf Course - 12 min drive - 6.9 km - Wisp Resort - 15 min drive - 15.3 km - Lodestone Golf Club - 20 min drive - 18.6 km ### Getting around - Hagerstown, MD (HGR-Hagerstown Regional) - 111 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive - ‪Burger King - ‬10 min drive - ‪UNO Pizzeria & Grill - ‬4 min drive - ‪Casselman Bakery and Café - ‬4 min drive - ‪Brenda's Pizzeria - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Peaceful Dog Friendly Escape w/ Dock & Fire Pit pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Peaceful Dog Friendly Escape w/ Dock & Fire Pit? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Peaceful Dog Friendly Escape w/ Dock & Fire Pit? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Peaceful Dog Friendly Escape w/ Dock & Fire Pit located? > Situated on a lake, this vacation home is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Deep Creek Lake and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Deep Creek Lake State Park. Thousand Acres Lakeside Golf Course and Mount Nebo Wildlife Management Area are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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