Located in Sky Valley within a mile (2 km) of Thousand Acres Lakeside Golf Course, this vacation home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Deep Creek Lake. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
Thousand Acres Lakeside Golf Course - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
Deep Creek Lake - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles
Deep Creek Lake State Park - 10 min drive - 3.9 miles
Wisp Resort - 21 min drive - 13.1 miles
Blackwater Falls State Park - 57 min drive - 46.7 miles
Getting around
Hagerstown, MD (HGR-Hagerstown Regional) - 126 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 15 min drive
Casselman Bakery and Café - 15 min drive
Smiley's Fun Zone and Pizzeria - 21 min drive
UNO Pizzeria & Grill - 15 min drive
Brenda's Pizzeria - 17 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Cozy Mountain Retreat w/ Hot Tub & Fire Pit
Name: Lighthearted Lodge | Bedrooms: 3 | Bathrooms: 3 | Sleeps: 9 | Access: Lake Access | Pets Not Permitted | MUST BE 24+ YEARS TO RENT | Free WIFI Provided
DESCRIPTION: Cozy up as you enjoy the fresh mountain air and sleek design that this stylish cabin as to offer. Located in the quiet, wooded Sky Valley Community, Lighthearted Lodge will blanket you in a sense of warmth and comfort with plush furnishings, sleek kitchen, wood fireplace, and wrap deck all at your disposal. Snuggle up in front of the fire on snowy or rainy day and sunbath on the sunny on the bright summer ones. Gather around the campfire for s’mores and reminisce about your days on and around the lake. Take advantage of the community amenities like the quiet, low traffic roads perfect for evening or morning walks, the catch and release pond, and swimming area. Back at the home, who will be the first to enjoy the bubbles of the hot tub after your busy day and who will reign as the air hockey champion during your stay? Limitless possibilities exist with a stay at Lighthearted Lodge. What will you experience? Book today!
ACCESS DETAILS: Lake access is located along Piney Point Dr. While this home does not come with dock access, dock slips are available to rent on a first come first serve basis through the Sky Valley Community Association for an additional fee of $25/day. Please note that this association only rents slips to those who privately own their boats. Rental boats are not allowed. Please note that docks are only guaranteed from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
COMMUNITY/AREA DETAILS: This home is located in the Sky Valley Community at Deep Creek Lake.
LAYOUT DETAILS: Main Level: - Kitchen - Great Room - Dining Area - Full Bath with Shower/Tub - Bedroom: Queen Bed - Bedroom: Queen Bed, Twin Bed
Upper Level: - Loft: Daybed w/Trundle - Bedroom (Suite): Queen Bed, Attached Full Bath with Shower
Lower Level: - Game/Den Area - Full Bath with Shower/ Tub - Laundry
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.
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.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker. Limited housekeeping is available.
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: 1,745 square feet
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 24
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
Property is also known as
NEW! Lake Access Home!
Access With Fire Pit Swanton
New! Lake Access Home With Fire Pit! Swanton
New! Lake Access Home With Fire Pit! Private vacation home
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Frequently asked questions
What's there to see around this vacation home?
This vacation home is situated in Sky Valley within a short 16-minute walk of Thousand Acres Lakeside Golf Course. Deep Creek Lake is also within a driving distance of 1.4 mi.
Is parking available on site at this vacation home?
No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.
Is this vacation home associated with a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.
What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Cozy Mountain Retreat w/ Hot Tub & Fire Pit?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside vacation home include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.
Are there hot tubs at Cozy Mountain Retreat w/ Hot Tub & Fire Pit?
Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home provide breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.
Can I book a room with a balcony at Cozy Mountain Retreat w/ Hot Tub & Fire Pit?
Yes, every accommodation at Cozy Mountain Retreat w/ Hot Tub & Fire Pit comes with a balcony.
Cozy Mountain Retreat w/ Hot Tub & Fire Pit Reviews
Reviews
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Wonderful
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Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Anna Z.
Sep 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay at Deep Creek!
Anna Z.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Leandra S.
Aug 26, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, Relaxing property
Great stay with on a relaxing property. All had a great time
Leandra S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
6/10 Okay
Jake D.
Nov 2, 2022
Just shy of perfect
The Lighthearted Lodge was in a nice location and was decorated cute. The hot tub was a major bonus! However, I have two minor complaints: finding where to leave the trash was a treasure hunt all its own, and the cobwebs and dust (especially in the shower and the kitchen window) were a little off-putting. I am obsessively clean, so this may not be something that bothers everyone. As far as the trash, where to dispose of it was buried in the rental agreement and was time consuming to figure out. Maybe leaving a note by the door for trash disposal instructions or something would be more effective.
Jake D.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
SARA B.
Jul 22, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Girls weekend
Perfect place for a bunch of moms trying to have a getaway!
SARA B.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
10/10 Excellent
Joe S.
May 5, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect cabin for a family getaway!
This new cabin was perfect for our weekend family getaway! It was extremely clean and had everything we needed. This was our first time to Deep Creek and while this cabin is a little further from the water, it was only a few minutes drive away. The door code check-in was simple and easy to use. The hot tub was extremely enjoyable each night. We would have liked to have a TV in the main living area, but it was also nice to get away from it for awhile. There is a TV in the downstairs family room area and 2 of the bedrooms. It was a quiet neighborhood area during our stay. You do see other cabins around but the deck area sits up high and gives you nice privacy from the other homes. There are no curtains or shades on the windows in the main living area. We did not mind this, but may be something you should be aware of when staying here. The master bedroom has sheer curtains for privacy but it still gets very bright in the room each morning. Overall, we had a wonderful time and thought this cabin had a great layout, was modern, clean and quiet. Which was exactly what we were looking for. We would definitely stay here again if we come back to the area!
Tip for future guests: You must empty the trash at check-out. The trash compactor is located further down the main entrance road and not at the entrance as stated in the directions. Just keep driving on the main road a bit and you will see a GREEN building/shed with a white garage door on the left side of the road. Our entire stay we did not see it since we did not pass it on the way to this cabin. But did finally find it after driving around a bit on our check-out day.