Title: Lake Access Lodge w/ Fireplace & Hot Tub - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # Lake Access Lodge w/ Fireplace & Hot Tub Lakefront vacation home with a hot tub, near Deep Creek Lake ## Photo gallery for Lake Access Lodge w/ Fireplace & Hot Tub ![Outdoor dining - Lake Access Lodge w/ Fireplace & Hot Tub (Oakland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92560000/92558900/92558851/45732011.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Lake Access Lodge w/ Fireplace & Hot Tub (Oakland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92560000/92558900/92558851/f725ccaa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace - Lake Access Lodge w/ Fireplace & Hot Tub (Oakland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92560000/92558900/92558851/f52aafb5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Marina - Lake Access Lodge w/ Fireplace & Hot Tub (Oakland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92560000/92558900/92558851/1c71b481.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace - Lake Access Lodge w/ Fireplace & Hot Tub (Oakland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92560000/92558900/92558851/99b0549c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located in Paradise Heights, Swimming Bear Lodge welcomes you with an open-concept living room and floor-to-wall wood finishings that flood the space with natural light. Unwind on the back deck, take a brisk morning walk through the quiet neighborhood, or relax by the hot tub after a day of exploring nearby Deep Creek Fun Zone and State Park trails. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102388 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Lake Access Lodge w/ Fireplace & Hot Tub Name: Swimming Bear Lodge | Bedrooms: 4 | Bathrooms: 3 | Sleeps: 10 | Access: Lake Access | Pets Not Permitted | MUST BE 24+ YEARS TO RENT | Free WIFI Provided DESCRIPTION: Kick off your next vacation with us here at Swimming Bear Lodge! Located off Paradise Heights, the home has lake access as well as close proximity to all local attractions. When first walking in you are welcomed by an open concept living room, with floor to wall wood finishing's and wall of windows allowing the home to be flooded with natural light creating an extra sense of warmth and comfort. Wake up feeling rejuvenated and take advantage of the ample outdoor seating on the back deck to soak in the sunrise! Go for a brisk morning walk throughout the quiet neighborhood, then head out for a fun filled day! In the Winter months make sure to pack up your snow gear for a day spent out on the slopes where there are trails for all levels of skiing or snowboarding. Looking for something to do indoors? Head over to Deep Creek Fun Zone for an afternoon of pizza, laser tag, and arcade games. There is also plenty to do in the summer! Pack your swimsuit, rent a boat and spend the day cruising across the lake; where after working up an appetite, dock the boat at one of the many restaurants along the lake! The fun doesn’t end there. Be sure to explore the State Park trails nearby or book an appointment to go horse back riding through the mountains. After an action-packed day head back to the house for an evening of relaxation. Fire up the gas grill and start a fresh, hot BBQ dinner or soak your muscles in the warm bubbles of the hot tub. On cooler evenings, challenge the kids to a family game night on the pool table or sit in front of the wood fireplace for a chill movie night. End the night out back roasting smores and sharing your favorite highlight of the trip. The possibilities are limitless, come book your stay now! ACCESS DETAILS: Lake access and dock are located down path from the back of the home to a set of stairs. Please note that there is a larger number of steps down to the water. Please note that docks are only guaranteed from Memorial Day through Labor Day. COMMUNITY/AREA DETAILS: Located in the Paradise Heights Community at Deep Creek Lake LAYOUT DETAILS: Main Level: \- Kitchen \- Living Room \- Dining Area \- Bedroom: King Bed \- Bedroom: 2 Twin Bunk Beds \- Full Bath with Shower/Tub \- Laundry Upper Level: \- Bedroom: King Bed \- Full Bath with Shower/Tub Lower Level: \- Den/Game Area \- Full Bath with Shower \- Bedroom: Queen Bed, Twin Bunk Bed 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. 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 - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Gas grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Limited housekeeping ### 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 - 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: 2,388 square feet ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51880000/51872200/51872135/413dd9e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stylish Lakeview Cabin w/ Pool Table & Hot Tub Mountainside - 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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 A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as 876 ## About the area Located in Thayerville, 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 Oakland travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Oakland.dx9160) [View more Vacation homes in Oakland](https://www.expedia.ca/Oakland-Private-Vacation-Homes.d9160-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%7C39.50226%2C-79.31285&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=1mEiFmjZYcc698ROhav3Z-T-sGU=) Oakland, MD ### What's nearby - ![Woke up early on a girls weekend and had this amazing view of the lake. Such a backyard treasure... For someone who like to sleep in I sure do have a lot of pictures at dawn. #BackyardTreasure #GirlsWeekend #Adventure](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635959734861/6e545261-603a-4b22-93b5-58103f7d1821.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Deep Creek Lake 8 min walk \- 0.7 km - ![Vacation home on Deep Creek Lake in McHenry, Maryland.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183310/7c0111c9-65b7-48f0-9b6b-a1629d604a96.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Deep Creek Lake State Park 3 min drive \- 1.8 km - ![A colorful evening sunset seen from the hills of an abandoned ski lift.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6091719/85dce189-7f31-478c-9979-d856b6bad244.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Wisp Resort 10 min drive \- 12.5 km - ![Uniontown showing rainforest and a waterfall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532660283/dab1aa13-e5be-4775-b7a5-2691e76f2a4f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ohiopyle State Park 46 min drive \- 56.9 km - ![Blackwater falls #Trovember #Trovemberphotocontest #wv #hiddentreasures](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6093877/064b7d0b-5384-4e05-96d1-eb378abbb3a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Blackwater Falls State Park 50 min drive \- 68.4 km ### Restaurants - McDonald's 19 min walk - Perkins American Food Co. 10 min drive - Burger King 9 min drive - Casselman Bakery and Café 17 min walk - Moonshadow 10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lake Access Lodge w/ Fireplace & Hot Tub pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Lake Access Lodge w/ Fireplace & Hot Tub? ### What time is check-out at Lake Access Lodge w/ Fireplace & Hot Tub? ### Where is Lake Access Lodge w/ Fireplace & Hot Tub located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Lake Access Lodge w/ Fireplace & Hot Tub Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Shaun O. Apr 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location Beds were a little hard to sleep on, but other than that, had a great time. ##### Shaun O. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cody K. Aug 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Cody K. 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