Family-friendly vacation rentals in Carroll County

My father and I stayed at Elizabeth’s place for my brother’s graduation from Gettysburg. We thoroughly enjoyed the peace and quiet of the location. Elizabeth’s place was beautifully styled and I really appreciated her attention to detail. Elizabeth was a great host. She was so responsive and I could tell genuinely cared for our every need. I would recommend her place!

Place was very beautiful and was such a nice area, definitely recommend driving over to Columbia during your stay. Place was a bit more renovated than the pictures which was a nice surprise.

We had an excellent stay! We were able to get a parking spot right out front before the post-work rush. The park across the street and neighborhood were very nice. It was a 20m walk to Fell’s Point and the grocery store and waterfront were a 10m walk. Brandon was a communicative and very thoughtful host. We would certainly stay here again!

We had a great golf weekend in the area and really liked the accommodations. It was private, enough to fit 8 golfers, and close to many of the course we played. We will go back again.

This home was the perfect place to celebrate my daughter’s graduation! We had family travel in from several states, and everyone felt comfortable and truly enjoyed the spacious layout. It was a bit too chilly to use the pool, but I’m already looking forward to booking this home again. I’ll definitely be a repeat renter!

We had a wonderful family reunion here with 3 generations. Each family had their own private space but there was tons to do on the property together as well. The hosts were very responsive to our questions and made sure we were comfortable and happy! We appreciated that the kitchen was well stocked, too.

Brandon's place was absolutely perfect! We couldn't have asked for a cleaner or more comfortable space. The location was great and Brandon is an amazing host. We would definitely stay here again!

The lovely “cottage” on Deb‘s property was gorgeous, serene & just what the dr ordered for this exhausted DC mom! Deb couldn’t have been more welcoming; provided an amazing spread of fresh fruits, cookies, a lemon cake, wine, bagels w/cream cheese & OJ in the fridge. Super appreciated as we didn’t arrive until 9:30PM the 1st night. The 1st few days, my teen son & I enjoyed the tranquility of the property, including the refreshing pool & plenty of fun activities nearby. Then, my husband (who had to work), picked up our son so I cld decompress & have a couple much-needed days to hang out w/girlfriends who joined me @ the cottage. Although our last full day was a tad rainy, it didn’t deter us from having a delish brunch in town, checking out the arts festival by the canal & stepping into some cool stores on the main st of vibrant Frederick. Deb‘s accommodations were uber-plush; by far the most luxurious AirBnB I’ve ever stayed in. Thank you so much for the cathartic reset, Deb! 😮‍💨

This 5th Wheel is like a water front Tiny Home. It is accurately described and pictured in the listing. It was clean and had everything needed for a short stay. It is in a working boat yard so it was cool seeing the owners working on and moving boats around. Also had some nice conversations with some of the people who dock their boats here. The marina itself seems very healthy. Clear water loaded with schools of bait fish so the blue heron, great egret and osprey were easy to spot. Unique and fun Airbnb. Highly recommend.

Stanley's place was a great for our two night stay. It is secluded and very private - the garden offers a private oasis and there's plenty of parking! We had four guests stay with tons of suitcases and space was not an issue. The house is older, but very clean. There are three bedrooms that can sleep 2 adults each. The bedroom off the living room is a little warmer than the rest of the house, just an fyi. The kitchen is well stocked with utensils, plates etc. Overall a great stay!

I can't wait to go back! The house itself was more than comfortable for 2 very large dogs and my husband and I. The property is very serene, private and just beautiful! Sitting outside you can watch their 3 horses in the pasture or look at the lake (or walk around it) with it's gorgeous white water lilies. If your looking for a place to destress or just looking for a quiet area, this is the place. My dog's go 160 and 114, so you can bring your pups here too

I had a wonderful stay at 7 Elms. I had to come to the area for a work event in Gainesville, and my team and I decided to stay at this AirBNB. It was so lovely. Such a cool restoration of an old farmhouse, and the property was serene and wonderful. We didn't have time to explore the area, as we were working so much and long hours. the only thing I can speak to is the grocery store - and it had everything. We saw a bunch of wild animals during morning coffee time, and that was really special. I don't think I've actually ever seen groundhogs in person, and there's a hysterical duo that run the show. The hosts were easy to communicate with.

Yangchen’s place was spotless and the perfect location for our drive down to Washington DC this weekend. It was quiet and calm and a great place to relax after a long day of adventuring. My friends and I all got our rest and relaxation in. I would definitely stay again during our trips to DC/Baltimore.

We had a lovely stay in Boonsboro with our group of 6. The house is full of charming features, with antiques, art, and a stocked kitchen for cooking. We also enjoyed sitting on the porch and listening to the water in the fish pond and watching the fireflies in the garden. It was easily accessible to the Appalachian trail via Washington Memorial State Park. We also ventured into town for some nice food, and to tour the caverns nearby. Overall, we had a lovely stay and would highly recommend!

Hassan’s home is beautiful and the apartment is lovely. There was more than enough room for the 7 people we had. It’s a quiet neighborhood and it looks like it would be a nice place to stroll through but I never got the chance. Hassan himself is very communicative and kind. He answered all of our questions in a timely manner and was just a lovely host. There is only one bathroom in the apartment and it is off of one of the bedrooms, so just keep that in mind if you have several people. We made it work just fine and it did not bother us at all. Thank you Hassan! ❤️

When Luann says it's in the woods...she means it. Beautiful wooded lot with a paved driveway. The house was perfect for our stay. If you don't like the woods this place is not for you. Very quiet, very peaceful. The house is well kept and has everything you could need. Although tricky to get to, pay attention to her directions and you'll have no trouble getting there.

Dorie and her daughter are wonderful hosts. The area is nice and walkable. We took a walk everday while there. Central to shopping and parks. It is a family neighborhood. Dorie initiated contact several times during our trip to see if we needed anything, to clarify check out instructions, and to let us know she was available if needed. This apartment is upstairs, the host lives below. You will enter through your own private entrance. As far as the dust or noise others mentioned...that was not our experience. This isn't a hotel. Theres no housekeeping. The homes aren't brand new. Its a charming apartment with great hosts in a sweet little neighborhood. Think of staying at your aunts place, not the Ritz. If your standards are perfection, you'd likely prefer a hotel. If you are more relaxed and want a ready made apartment that feels more like home than a vacation spot, this is your spot. I found the apartment clean and comfy! Age is not dirt or grime. Just a normal spot! Airbnbs are homes

The place was charming, well stocked and very comfortable. The communication was great and we would definitely rent again.

From the moment we arrived, Eric and his family welcomed us in to their stunning and well equipped home, provided us with everything we needed and gave us great recommendations for local sights, trails and food spots The place itself is spectacular, steeped in history and is impeccably clean. You can lounge by the pool, grill, relax with a drink at night or dine in the lavish dining room - all of which we did and would absolutely do again. FYI considering this place has been in many movies the pictures really do not do it the justice it deserves !!!! Couldn’t have asked for more welcoming, genuine, down to earth hosts or a better location to get away with during unprecedented times - it’s really somewhere where you can balance relaxation with hiking, visiting breweries / cideries, antiquing and even visiting Baltimore in ~20 mins I would 100% recommend the property, the location and our gracious hosts to anyone in future and would hope to go back again some day

The Host the best of the best. Very attentive and very helpful when you need anything. This is the best place I have stayed. The entrance is very safe and easy. The cleanliness in the room and bathroom and the towels are very clean. The calm and peace on another level. I can say that I recommend this place as a 5 star suite and 100% sure

Would recommend this place to anyone! Our son had a basketball tournament that weekend and the residence was only 5 minutes away from great restaurants, entertainment and where the tournament was being held! Will definitely be staying here again for the next tournament! Thanks again for being a great host and hope to see you soon!