Betsy Spiker Holcomb, Deep Creek Lake’s Favorite RealtorTaylor-Made Real Estate Betsy Spiker Holcomb-301-616-5022
134 Quiet Quail Way-Deep Creek Lake Real Estate. Log home living at its best on the exclusive mountaintop community of Sandy Shores Vista. This home offers amazing mix of rustic/modern log home architecture with beautiful views of Deep Creek Lake. This property is nestled perfectly on 2.3 private acres.
The main level has a spacious and open kitchen/dining area with granite countertops and modern appliances. The kitchen stretches into a beautiful great room with elevated log fireplace and many windows to enjoy your own secluded and scenic view of the lake. The great room adjoins a wonderfully laid out master bedroom with both stand up shower and sit down tub. Outside the Master Bedroom, enjoy your own private deck that also has an outdoor fireplace.
Upstairs you’ll find a charming sitting room that has a large bathroom that services too large sized bedrooms. Downstairs you’ll find an amazing entertaining area. It has a pub size bar with a sink and plenty of counter/cabinet space. Entertaining family and friends will never be as easy and fun! There also is a mud room downstairs to enter during the snowy winter season that help protect the plush carpet downstairs. This home has plenty of outdoor space with nice wood decking off the main level and brick veranda off the lower level.
It has a very special feel and has a personal place in my heart because it’s right down the road from our house. Give a call at 301-616-5022 or email me at betsy@deepcreekvacations.com to schedule a showing.
Betsy Spiker Holcomb, Deep Creek Lake’s Favorite Realtor
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It’s mid-September and we are transitioning into an absolutely gorgeous time of the year here at the lake. Temperatures are comfortably maxing out to the mid 70’s during the day and cooling down to the mid 50’s at night with very low humidity. It’s not quite feeling completely like fall but you can feel a subtle transition towards the season.
On the way to work this morning, I noticed the lake was free of any activity, be it boating or water sports. The winds, like most days this time of year, were very calm and the aura the lake gave off was both peaceful and soothing. It’s amazing how this affects everyone who lives and visits at the lake. Everyone I’ve run into today has been all smiles with a common discussion about the beautiful weather we are so fortunate to enjoy. I have mentioned this in the past many times, but if you can get here this time of year with your family you will experience a different and special personality of Deep Creek Lake. Maybe you need to unwind with your loved one and have a romantic get-away. This is the time of year where your focus can be crisp and clear like the weather surrounding you.
It’s also a great time to preview real estate since the crowds have thinned down and the rental homes are a little more accessible. Book a long weekend here at the lake and let Betsy Holcomb show you homes within your criteria. Start planting the seed now for your home here at the lake so you can enjoy these special surges in the season. Call Taylor-Made Deep Creek Vacations & Sales @ 866-351-1119 to find a great rental property to help enjoy your stay.
Enjoy beautiful Deep Creek lakefront living at Marsh Hill Road. As you walk into the main level, you’ll notice a good view of the lake from a perched kitchen and dining living area. Just down the hall is a wonderfully cozy sitting room with a huge stone fireplace that also overlooks the lake. On the opposite end of the main level, you’ll find a huge master bedroom with plenty of closet space and a washer/dryer area with an enormous folding space. This joins a massive and gorgeous master bathroom which gives a mini-suite feel. You’ll notice beautiful wood floors throughout the entire main level as a class accent. Upstairs you will find three additional master bedrooms that have plenty of space and that are laid out perfectly. Downstairs you have a great sized recreation area with a pool table next to a nice wet bar. You also have an additional laundry room downstairs which has plenty of room for ping pong tables and bumper pool style games. There’s also a spacious bedroom that walks out onto a stone terrace and hot tub. This property is perched perfectly above Deep Creek Lake across from the 219 Bridge. The landscaping throughout the entire property is gorgeous. There’s plenty of room here with 180′ of lakefront. The house almost has a park-like feel to it. Take some time on your next visit to come visit this gorgeous property. You will not be disappointed.
Betsy Spiker Holcomb, Deep Creek Lake’s Favorite Realtor
Sweet & tangy with a hint of spice“Three food processors” full of sweet banana peppers.
Sweet Banana Pepper Mustard Recipe. It is that time of the season! Canning, canning and more canning! While over at a friend’s house a few weeks back and tried an amazing sweet banana pepper mustard. I literally could not put it down. The next day I immediately went out and bought a fresh peck of peppers and got to work. Recipes online are all similar for the most part with one major fault in my opinion…too much sugar!!! Most recipes call for 6 cups of sugar which is far too sweet for me. Here’s what I suggest as a base recipe. You can’t go wrong.
Combine…
1 QT of yellow mustard
1 QT of cider vinegar
2 cups of sugar
2-4 Tbsp of honey
1 Tsp salt
1 cup flour
1 1/4 cup of water
36 large, 40 medium or 50 small banana peppers
Optional- 2-4 hot banana peppers
Directions…
Seed and chop peppers
Mix everything together
Warm to a boil stirring constantly so you don’t burn the mustard.
Ladle into hot sterilized jars. Cap with sterilized hot lids and snug rings and process 10 to 15 minutes in water bath.
Fall in love with this delicious snack! Eat it with pretzels, hot dogs, sandwiches, glazes on hams or whatever else floats your boat! Try adding your own flair to each batch if you like. I tried fresh ginger on my last batch and it was a hit with the family!
Substitute hot peppers if you like.
Processed peppersStir!! Mustard can burn easily on med high heat!Let jars cool slowly after water bath.Dry seeds on a paper plate/paper towel for next year!
Betsy Spiker Holcomb, Deep Creek Lake’s Favorite Realtor
Art and Wine Festival 2016. This year we will celebrate the 12th annual Art and Wine Festival. The event benefits HART for Animals and the Garrett Lakes Arts Festival. This festival consistently brings in huge crowds of people and is always an enjoyable success. They boast 200 local and regional wines to sample and enjoy. The wine store is available to purchase your favorites during the day long tasting.
Friday night many restaurants will participate in wine pairings/tastings. Cornish Manor, Pine Lodge Steak House & Saloon, Uno Chicago Grill, Dutch’s at Silver tree and Savage River Lodge will have special menus and wine pairings.
The Deep Creek Lake Art & Wine Festival starts on Saturday from noon until 6:00 PM at the Garrett County Fairgrounds. The wine store will be open until 7 pm.
Wine Tasting: National distributors and Maryland wineries will offer samplings of a variety of over 200 wines to satisfy even the most discriminating tastes. Premium Wine Tasting Area: $20 for 10 tasting tickets. Must have purchased festival adult entry fee. Wine Shop: Guests may purchase the wines at the festival’s retail store (open until 7 PM), with net proceeds donated to the HART/GLAF. This is the main event of the weekend and will wonderfully stimulate your wine pallet.
Artists: Over thirty professional artists and craftsmen will display and sell their art, from handcrafted jewelry and wood carvings to oil paintings, and hand painted furniture and accessories.
Food Artisans: Taste and purchase homemade products from local food artisans including Firefly Farms, DeBerry Farms, Yummy Crumbs, Bisselli Pasta, and more!
Food: Delicious sandwiches, cheeses, ice cream, salads and more will be available for sale throughout the day from Archie’s, Lakeside Creamery, TJ’s Crab Wagon, Rotary Club, Our Kitchen Here at Home, Knights of Columbus, and Copper Kettle Popcorn Factory.
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Silent Auction: The auction includes art, wine and wine accessories, jewelry, children’s items, gift certificates and other great finds. Auction begins at noon and ends at 4 pm.
VIP Wine Tasting Room Noon to 4 pm
Taste a selection of premium wines chosen by our wineries and have a bite to eat in our VIP Premium Wine Tasting Room. $20 per person includes 10 wine tasting tickets and appetizers. Plus you can now purchase your wine in the tasting room! We’ll have it waiting when you’re ready to leave! Additional tasting tickets available at $10 for 10 tickets. Premium wine is limited. Wine Tasting Room closes at 4 pm. Tickets available at VIP Wine Tasting Room entrance only. Must have purchased festival entry fee to enter VIP Wine Tasting Room. General admittance only is $10 and children12 and under are free.
After the festival, walk across the street to the Deep Creek Volunteer Fire Department for a Crab Feast! 1609 Deep Creek Drive, McHenry (entrance on Route 219 across from Garrett County Fairgounds). 5:00 – 9:00 pm Saturday, Sept. 10.
Betsy Spiker Holcomb, Deep Creek Lake’s Favorite Realtor
Taylor-Made Real Estate Betsy Spiker Holcomb-301-616-5022
Betsy Spiker Holcomb, Deep Creek Lake’s Favorite Realtor
Boyhood wonder and excitement…
Our professionals taking great care of our people.
Thank you Firefighters, EMS and State and Local Police-Deep Creek Lake! I just want to take some time to give a sincere and well deserved thank you to our Rescue Squad, Firefighters and State/Local Police. It takes special people to work hard in not only securing our safety, but also helping us when our families lives are on the line.
A couple of weeks back there was a bad accident on the Glendale Bridge and I came upon the crews handling it while at Arrowhead Market. The firefighters, emergency medical technicians and state police handled the situation seamlessly. The professional chemistry that these men and women showed when performing their jobs gave me a sense of safety and security for my young family.
Yesterday up in our Sandy Shores neighborhood my two young boys heard the roar of fire truck sirens heading our way. As you can imagine, there is nothing more exciting than young boys hearing and seeing firetrucks. Our home is filled with every type of rescue toy known to man. Two trucks and one ambulance passed us on their way to a call. Both of my sons sat in the front yard waiting and listening to the sounds down the street from us. It wasn’t too long before we heard the mighty diesels roaring slowly back up the hill. My oldest went up the driveway to wave at the firefighter and was so happy and excited to get a honk from these kind folks. It made the world to him and that’s all he talked about for the rest of the day.
I am happy to see this positive interaction with the young children in our county. I believe in teaching my family respect for these honorable folks and show them the value of their actions. I feel fortunate to live in a town that has such a strong pillar of police and safety crews truly protecting and serving the good people of Deep Creek Lake.
Betsy Spiker Holcomb, Deep Creek Lake’s Favorite RealtorSpringtime glass Deep Creek Lake
Springtime Weather Update Deep Creek Lake May 19, 2016. As the abundant and looming Springtime rain gives us a reprieve from its fury we start to understand again why Deep Creek Lake is such a special place to so many. On my commute to work this morning it was refreshing to see Blue Skies above me as the fog burned off the lake. You notice instantly all the springtime flowers that have been blanketed by rain over the last few weeks flexing their colors and reaching for the sky. The birds have come alive and are vibrant in their springtime splendor with the warm temperature returning like a welcomed friend.
Betsy Spiker Holcomb, Deep Creek Lake’s Favorite Realtor939 Glendale Road, Glendale Shores #1
939 Glendale Road, Glendale Shores #1 Oakland, Maryland 21550. This town home goes under the category of great Deep Creek Lakefront! The first thing you’ll notice as you walk up to the house is the new railing and steps built out of pressure-treated lumber. Continue reading 939 Glendale Road, Glendale Shores #1
Betsy Spiker Holcomb, Deep Creek Lake’s Favorite Realtor
16 Cedar Shores Drive #17. In the heart of McHenry at Deep Creek Lake, you will find this three level log townhome at Cedar Shores. Walk into the spacious great room where you’re immediately struck by beautiful hardwood maple floors. There’s an open floor plan with kitchen and entertaining room perfect for family get-togethers. There is also a cozy dining area with a nice view of Deep Creek Lake and Wisp ski slopes. Continue reading 16 Cedar Shores Drive #17
