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Family vacation on a farm near Washington DC, Baltimore, Gettysburg.

Escape to tranquility in this peaceful corner of Windsong Arabians Mayland horse farm. With golf courses and state parks nearby, enjoy your time relaxing with friends and family.

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4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Dining
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Family vacation on a farm near Washington DC, Baltimore, Gettysburg.

Up to 40% discount for weekly rentals for up to 8 guests!! Above All Else @ Windsong is situated in a quiet corner of Windsong Arabians Mayland horse farm. Bring your own horse(s) or watch ours graze alongside the deer as you sit on the porch and enjoy the view! (A corral suitable for four compatible horses is included in this vacation rental.)
This vacation home is perfect for small family reunions or gatherings, as well as for ACCOMMODATIONS for your wedding party, graduations, retreats, and celebrations of any sort. (We do not accommodate weddings, receptions, parties, ETC. Maximum # of guests on the property is 10.)
Above All Else is centrally located to Washington D.C., Baltimore, Harper's Ferry, Ellicott City, Hagerstown, and Gettysburg.
The house has four bedrooms, three full baths, a fully-equipped kitchen/dining area, a living room, TV room, and laundry room -- as well as a front porch and a rear deck. We supply the linens and towels.


There are 5 golf courses closeby. Also, nearby, there are 2 state parks with lakes. In Harper's Ferry there's a river for tubingor white water rafting! Go to a wine fest (our neighbors, Linganore Wine Cellars) or shopping. Or just stay 'home' and sit on the porch or the deck!


Above All Else, you'll love the peace and quiet!

Linens and things: Thanks, but we prefer and request that you allow us to wash our own linens. If there is a need for more towels or linens than are available in the house, just call us and we will provide you with additional linens and towels. We have stain treatments and peroxide available to treat stains/blood before they are laundered by us.

Property manager

Sue Doll

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Smoking permitted outside only.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Unit size: 2,400 square feet
  • Vegan dining options

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: $20/night/dog cleaning fee ... dogs only.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Stairs/steps; children are considered guests.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Family Vacation Farm Washington DC Baltimore Gettysburg House
Family Vacation Farm Washington DC Baltimore Gettysburg Mt Airy

About the area

Map
Mt Airy, MD

What's nearby

  • Hope Valley Golf Course - 11 min drive
  • Adventure Park USA - 12 min drive
  • Linganore Winecellars - 12 min drive
  • Francis Scott Key Mall - 21 min drive
  • Elk Run Vineyards - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Frederick Station - 23 min drive
  • Gaithersburg, MD (GAI-Montgomery County Airpark) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mount Airy Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family vacation on a farm near Washington DC, Baltimore, Gettysburg. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Family vacation on a farm near Washington DC, Baltimore, Gettysburg.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family vacation on a farm near Washington DC, Baltimore, Gettysburg.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family vacation on a farm near Washington DC, Baltimore, Gettysburg. located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Linganore Winecellars, Hope Valley Golf Course, and West Winds Golf Club. Watkins Dog Park and Carroll Hospital Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Family vacation on a farm near Washington DC, Baltimore, Gettysburg. Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gregory C.

Peace and solitude
Perfect place to rest, relax, read, whatever you want to do there. Central to many historic areas; 45 minutes to Gettysburg, 60-90 minutes to DC, 50-60 to Antietam, central to many others. Owners are awesome and very helpful. Place has about everything you need. Lots of wineries, breweries, restaurants, groceries within 20 to 30 minutes.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arnold B.

Beautiful & picturesque with a perfect fit
It is and was a perfect fit for the whole family including the family dogs. Host was extremly cordial and the home was very comfortable, the seen from the outdoor porch was breathtaking. I highly recommend a long week or long weekend for a family get away!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie J.

Johnson wedding
Very relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen K., FREDERICK

Great stay!
We loved our weekend at this beautiful and friendly horse farm! Sue and Jim were wonderful and we were so comfortable in this house!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Judyth

Stay in the country with all the modern amenities. Peaceful and very homely
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

Awesome place to stay!
I stayed here with my sisters and mom. We visited family all over Maryland and this house was the perfect spot to come home to after a long day hanging out with family near and far! We loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Terrific
This was a peaceful, pretty spacious location ideal for hanging out with family and celebrating a nephew’s wedding.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

We enjoyed our stay!
The house was clean and comfortable. The property was absolutely beautiful. The house was perfect for our extended family to stay together while attending a wedding at a nearby vineyard.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Don R.

Great vacation
Wonderful house and property. Jim and Sue were great. Close to many great activities - harpers ferry, Gettysburg, Antietam and DC. Great week!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

G R.

Excellent Stay
We had a great stay at Above All Else Windsong. Sue was fantastic! She put up a Christmas tree for us and made sure the house was spotless. She was very communicative before we arrived and even flew the Texas flag for us. We really appreciated Sue's hard work and attention to detail. We would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

Absolutely Beautiful Property!!
Such a beautiful property!! The house was super clean and was perfect for attending our brothers wedding at the winery. Jim and Susan could not be any nicer...they were both so wonderful and kind. Thank you and we hope to be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Virginia M.

Beautiful farm
Very simple
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracy H.

Great Getaway During Coronavirus
This house and the area were perfect for a long weekend getaway. After months at home, we were looking for a change of scenery and to avoid crowds. We enjoyed the house, the farm, all the nearby parks, and the winery. Staying here offered a much needed change of pace for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

Loved everything about it!!
This was an amazing place for our two families to stay! It was secluded and the house and property was gorgeous! It was so peaceful and nice watching the horses in the pasture. Sue was so very friendly and accommodating! The perfect host❤️ Thank you so much for allowing our family to share this beautiful home!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Margie U.

Wedding weekend
This is a beautiful peaceful property. We loved sitting on the porch watching the horses and looking for bluebirds. The house is very well equipped and spotless. We also enjoyed walking the trails of the adjacent Audibom sanctuary. It was a perfect place for our family to stay to attend a nearby wedding.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Donna L.

Almost Heaven
Loved the setting of this property. Everything we needed to prepare and serve Thanksgiving dinner was available. They missed the mark on the beds which were all extremely uncomfortable and made it difficult to sleep for all guests. If beds were changed we would book here every year.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth S., Florida, USA

Great Holiday
This rental on a working horse farm in a private setting was an ideal location for our family to gather over the winter holidays. It was secluded enough to allow for privacy, quiet reflection, and the enjoyment of nature --- while convenient enough to access good roads and nearby towns for dining or shopping. The accommodations were generous for our family to stay, and even host larger gatherings at lunchtime - for others to celebrate the holiday together. Our hosts were gracious, accommodating, and helpful at every step.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann H.

Great place for a family get together
This was a great place for our adult children and us to get together for a family wedding. The house was spectacularly clean, the rooms were as they were described and the location was beautiful. There were horses in every field kicking up their heels and putting on a show for us charmed spectators. Jim and Sue were easy to work with and made us feel at home. This was a perfect place to relax and enjoy life.

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

A Peaceful Haven Above All Else
Our stay at “Above all Else at Windsong” was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted by the immaculate house and well-maintained surroundings that immediately made us feel at home. The tranquility of the location provided a much-needed peaceful retreat. Sue Doll, the owner, was incredibly friendly and welcoming, adding a personal touch to our stay that was greatly appreciated. Her quick responses to our inquiries ensured that we had everything we needed, making our experience smooth and enjoyable. It’s rare to find a place that truly feels like a home away from home, and “Above all Else at Windsong” achieves this with ease. We highly recommend it to anyone looking for a peaceful getaway in a beautiful setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peg H.

Thanksgiving weekend
The house is just lovely, country setting and furnishings. Rooms were comfortable and furnished perfectly for the setting. The home was immaculate, and had all the necessities you would need - including individual shampoo and conditioner for those who (me) forgot to bring their own. The kitchen is stocked with whatever you would need to prepare and serve a meal. A true delight!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beverly A., Goldsboro, NC

Another wonderful stay at Above All Else!
Another wonderful stay at “The Farm” as we have come to call it! Our two grandsons had a blast helping Jim with the horses. And our daughter and her husband came over from Columbia to celebrate her birthday! And we drove to the Shady Grove Metro station and went into DC for a day! Great location, great people and waking up on the farm is a little piece of heaven!

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

Amazing House, and great hosts
We visited the Mt Airy area for my wifes birthday. She loves horses, and it was a no brainer for me to book our stay with Sue and Jim at Windsong Arabians. Checkin was smooth, and Sue and Jim were great. The house was perfect. Clean and spacious. We had a great time on the property hanging out with the horses. At night the property was peacceful, and allowed for a very relaxing time. We look forward to booking another trip to Mt Airy, and our only choice to stay will be with Sue and Jim. Thank you very much
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina H., Newmanstown, PA

Small slice of heaven
This tucked away abode was incredibly hospitable. Situated in the remote countryside, you never have to worry about traffic. Private gated entrance made sure we weren’t disturbing the owners when we went about our business. Our kids adored the horses and the ability to help out with farm chores. They’ve already begged me to take them back. Our dogs even enjoyed their time there which was a last minute addition to our trip. Early morning tea or coffee on the porch is a must as you watch the horses.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connie F.

Feizet/Carmel family vacation
Our family of 9 thoroughly enjoyed our week at " the farm". Our 3 grandsons could not get enough of the barn and beautiful horses. We were able to relax and just be together. The house was spotless and very well appointed. Jim and Sue could not have been nicer. Our oldest grandson had his first riding lesson with Sue! We hope to come back soon! Connie Feizet
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

John B.

A little slice of heaven
Beautiful property nestled in the rolling hills of Maryland. Very peaceful and serene. Far from the noise and traffic but close enough to shopping and restaurants. Bedrooms and baths set up well. Scenery is awesome. Feeding the horses carrots was fun. Just hanging out on the front porch is nice and relaxing. Host welcomed us then left us to ourselves. We didn’t need anything that wasn’t already provided. Just an overall wonderful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022