Adventurer's perch with lake access, Milky Way views, & hot tub - dog-friendly

Swanton, Maryland
$286 avg/night
Bed 4

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Bath 3

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Sleep 8

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Brown Bear Lodge

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A fantastic lake retreat awaits you and your loved ones at Brown Bear Lodge! Located in a private, waterfront community, you'll enjoy access to a swimming dock, firepit, picnic tables, a covered gazebo, and a kayak/canoe launch. There's also a boat dock where you can moor your boat during your stay. After spending your dayssplashing in Deep Creek Lake or exploring the water, head back to the lodge to fire up the gas grill and host a cookout for your favorite people.

You'll also love the home's easy proximity to the best of western Maryland. Within an eight-mile radius, you can explore Wisp Resort, Swallow Falls State Park, Oakland Golf Course, Herrington Manor State Park, and Savage River State Forest.

Inside the lodge, you’ll quickly feel at home in the rustic yet modern ambiance. The living room features a large smart TV and plenty of seating, perfect for movie nights. Steps away, the spacious dining area and fully-equipped kitchen make it easy to prepare and enjoy meals together. The dining tables also lend themselves perfectly to family board game nights.

With four comfortable bedrooms, there's plenty of space for everyone to relax. The home also includes thoughtful amenities for families, such as a Pack-N-Play, baby gates, a high chair, and a private washer/dryer. Additional conveniences include smart TVs and central air-conditioning.

As the day winds down, the perfect way to cap off your adventures is by relaxing on the deck in the private hot tub, enjoying stunning sunset and Milky Way views.

Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 p.m.
Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.
All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 6 vehicles.

Dock details: This home has a private dock that guests are welcome to moor their boats at during their stay.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the Rental Agreement on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    Pet Friendly
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1677 Sq Ft (156 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Internet Access
  • OUTDOORS

    Firepit Gas Grill Patio
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub
  • BATHROOMS

    3.5 Bathrooms Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English French German Italian Spanish
  • THINGS TO DO

    Golf Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games TV
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Highchair Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    On The Lake
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Note From Host: Smoking Is Not Permitted Anywhere On The Premises. Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

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Review Review

  • Jordan T.

    Submitted Jan 3, 2026

    Stayed Dec 31, 2025

    Great house, wonderful location!

  • heidi h.

    Submitted Aug 28, 2025

    Stayed Aug 10, 2025

    This was a beautiful property, lots of room for everyone, a great view of the lake off the deck, a giant hot tub, and fire pit for smores at night. The beds were all comfortable and the kitchen had everything we needed.

  • Steven P.

    Submitted Jul 25, 2025

    Stayed Jul 18, 2025

    The neighborhood is close to everything you need, but you never feel like you are too close to your neighbors. The property and neighborhood are ideal if you plan to bring pets and the private dock is a big bonus. The house is clean, spacious, and well equipped for a long stay. We would definitely consider booking again. Highly recommended!

  • kelly b.

    Submitted Jul 16, 2025

    Stayed Jul 8, 2025

    We had a fantastic time at Brown Bear Lodge! The home had plenty of space for our large family to spread out comfortably, and the views of the lake were absolutely beautiful. One of the highlights was spending hours on the very large deck, relaxing and enjoying the peaceful scenery. We loved having access to the dock, which made it easy to keep our rented pontoon boat right on the water. The lake access was just a short walk away, and we spotted lots of deer throughout our stay, which was a fun bonus. The property itself is quite large, with lots of room for the kids to run around and play. This was the perfect spot for nature, relaxation, and quality family time. We’d definitely stay here again!

  • Sarah R.

    Submitted Jul 6, 2025

    Stayed Jun 29, 2025

    This property needs some minor repairs and clean up, but we would return.

  • Molly S.

    Submitted May 2, 2025

    Stayed Apr 16, 2025

    We had a wonderful time at this spacious home with a beautiful lawn, gorgeous water views, and easy access to the lake. My teenagers loved having the basement bedroom and family room to themselves, and the rest of us enjoyed the lovely deck, the rooms with water views, and the big family spaces to spread out. It was too cold to swim, but we fished and hung out by the water, explored the close by parks for beautiful waterfall hikes and mini-golf. Altogether a wonderful home and great area for a last minute spring break excursion.

  • Emily S.

    Submitted Nov 4, 2024

    Stayed Nov 1, 2024

    Loved the home! Great accommodations and distance to Deep Creek State Park!

  • Magdalena B.

    Submitted Aug 26, 2024

    Stayed Aug 23, 2024

    We really enjoyed our couples getaway at Brown Bear Lodge. Will for sure be recommending to friends and family!

  • Mona S.

    Submitted Aug 20, 2024

    Stayed Aug 9, 2024

    The yard is great, and to play ball with the kids and dog. Swimming was an additional bonus. It’s like your grandmothers summer house nice and cozy.

  • Kristin K.

    Submitted Jul 4, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    We had a great time with our family here! The kids spent lots of time down at the lake swimming off the dock. Theres a great area down by the docks with picnic tables and a gazebo as well. We also spent lots of time on the boat we rented and kept in the dock slip. We enjoyed some beautiful sunsets both from the dock and from the deck of the house! The house was very spacious with lots of room for all 8 of us and had everything we needed. We spent time in the hot tub, having fires in the backyard and on the rainy day we had, we played some of the board games that were there. We will definitely be back!

  • Morgan H.

    Submitted May 20, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    We loved staying here! Plenty of room to spread out and also come together for family meals! We loved the access to board games. The WiFi worked great! The view from the back deck was priceless and the short walk to the dock was nice! We hope to come back to this house when it’s a little warmer to make use of the beautiful lake!

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$286+
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