By: Mike Kennedy mkennedy@railey.com 301-616-6106 December 30th, 2009 Category: Deep Creek Lake Activities, Deep Creek Lake Area Things To Do, Wisp Ski Resort

If you are looking for some activities on New Year’s Eve in the Deep Creek area - the Wisp Ski Resort will once again display fireworks at midnight over the ski area that the whole family can enjoy. Much like the annual Fourth of July show, the fireworks will be viewable from most of McHenry Cove but from my experience the best viewing area is usually near the Bear Claw Snow Tubing Park. The Wisp is also having a New Year’s Eve Party inside the lodge that includes drinks and a live band. Advanced reservations are recommended!

For something  a little more relaxed, Pleasant Valley Dream Rides is once again offering horse drawn sleigh rides. Blankets are provided and the cold, crisp mountain air is sure to leave you rejuvenated. Reservations are required. Call (301) 334-1688 for more info and current conditions. Pleasant Valley is about 20 minutes south of Deep Creek.

With more snow predicted this weekend, if you are seeking a place to snow sled or toboggan in the Deep Creek and Garrett County areas I’ve found that Herrington Manor State Park usually is the best public spot and has some really good sledding hills and trails for kids and families to enjoy. The park’s concession stand does rent sleds along with cross country skis and snowshoes. The park’s concession will NOT be open on New Year’s Day but you can still bring your own sled and use the trails.

(Photo courtesy of Marcia Warnick of Four Wheels Photography - Deep Creek Lake and Garrett County Photography.)

By: Mike Kennedy mkennedy@railey.com 301-616-6106 December 24th, 2009 Category: Deep Creek Lake Area Things To Do, Deep Creek Lake Real Estate

If you want to take a break from skiing, snowboarding, or any other winter activity this week - please stop by one of our open houses between Christmas and the New Year. Railey Realty, Deep Creek Lake’s leading real estate brokerage, is hosting a few select open houses this upcoming holiday week.

Brand new Cedar Creek townhomes with views and just a minute drive to Wisp Ski Resort. These brand new 3 bedroom, 3 bath townhomes start at $339,900. Great for rentals or a weekend get-a-way for family and friends.

And if you are in the area of Uno’s, the Honi-Honi, or Garrett 8 Cinemas make sure you stop in our open house at Creekside - luxurious lakefront townhomes with 4 bedrooms and incredible frontage on the shore of Deep Creek Lake.

Both of these properties will be open everyday, all week long.

Here is a link to a Google Map for directions to these Deep Creek Lake Area Open Houses.

Here is a link to some additional details about these properties on our web site -dates, times, and property details.

If you are interested in any other real estate opportunities in the Deep Creek Lake and Garrett County area please stop by our main sales office at 2 Vacation Way in McHenry, MD and talk to one of our knowledgeable sales agents. We are located right on Rt. 219 in between the First United Bank and the Garrett County Visitor’s Center. We are open 7 days a week from 8:30 am to 6:00 pm - so stop by, warm up, and learn how you can realize the dream of owning a second home in a fabulous resort area!