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Greetings from Deep Creek Lake-Wisp Labor Day Sale

Greetings from Deep Creek Lake-Wisp Labor Day Sale. The end of the summer is approaching like a freight train and I am very happy to have finally had a chance to get on the lake with family. Our oldest sons, Brendon and Peyton, and their girlfriends came up last week to visit with little brother Griffin. They ziplined, rode the mountain coaster, went for a swim at Swallow Falls, jet skied to the southern end of the lake, enjoyed some Brenda’s Pizza (their favorite DCL pizza), and had ice cream at Huey’s. I had a busy week of appointments but caught up with them to go white water rafting at ASCI, a sunset paddleboard session and an amazing dawn patrol wakeboarding/slalom ski session. We also took little Griffin on his first pontoon boat ride (with the older boys tubing the whole way) to Dutch’s Daughter for lunch on the veranda. I suggest you come visit this weekend and cram it all in. Here are some photos of the 4 days of fun!

Betsy and Griffin

Betsy ripping

ASCI

Peyton tubing

Brendon airing it out

Me trying to keep up…

My boys

This weekend is the famous Wisp Sale! Details are…

Wisp Outdoors Equipment Blow Out Sale

Friday, August 30 thru Monday, September 2

9am – 5pm – Wisp Outdoors Adventure Park

Wisp Outdoors Rental Equipment: Limited supply.

Come early for the best selection and save big $$$$!

Sale equipments includes but not limited to
Kayaks,
Canoes,
Mountain Bikes,
Paddleboards and Accessories.*

*Products are in limited supply and based on availability and subject to change.

On the real estate home front, here are 3 great properties at Deep Creek Lake:

Split lakefront chalet with great lake views and a dock slip for $322,000! http://vt.realbiz360.com/Listing-588925.html
Lake Access (no dock slip) 1+ acre home site in The Pinnacle, a well-cared for community with tennis court & lakeside clubhouse for under $95K! http://mrislistings.mris.com/DE.asp?ID=53975317973
Ski-in/Ski-out + Lake Views! Townhome in Villages of Wisp with Lake Access! Established rental. http://vt.realbiz360.com/Listing-1393263.html

Have a great holiday weekend!

58 TIMBERLOFT LN 10- OAKLAND, MD

Water Views with a Dock Slip at Timberloft! This single-family detached condo is centrally located near the state park, cinema, restaurant/pub, grocery and shopping. Within a few hundred feet you will be enjoying Deep Creek Lake from your very own deeded dock slip. The deck off the dining room/kitchen and the lower level covered patio are great for grilling out. Established rental.

Directions:
Rt.219/Garrett Highway South to Glendale Road on the left. Follow approximately 1 mile to Timberloft on the right. First unit on the right.

Check out the visual tour: http://vt.realbiz360.com/Listing-1238073.html

Call Betsy Spiker Holcomb for more details at 301-616-5022.

Check out our website:http://deepcreeklakeproperty.com/

Do a seach for yourself: http://deepcreeklakeproperty.com/search-mls/

Greetings from Deep Creek Lake-Circle R Ranch-Fishing-Tennis

Greetings from Deep Creek Lake-Circle R Ranch-Fishing-Tennis. Are you ready to try something new while visiting Deep Creek Lake? How about venturing to Sand Flat Road and paying The Circle R Ranch a visit. Saddle up with the family (ages 7 and up) and go for a trail ride across a gorgeous ridge line in the heart of DCL. Prices are reasonable, and the experience will penetrate deep memories that will last a life time. Get out and smell the summertime air as you travel on the oldest transportation in the history of the world. You will fall in love with these wonderful animals while having the time of your life!

Check out the fishing report here at the lake as well as any information regarding boat rentals, tackle suppliers and hot spots (If anyone shares their secret spot). I can give you the best fishing tip for the serious angler… Get out there EARLY! As you know fish have a tendency to feed early in the mornings but more importantly you want to get out there before the boat traffic.

Please see the photo below…

Chances are they caught some fish… Early bird gets the worm, which gets the fish:).

It is tennis time again and the 92^nd Annual Western Maryland Tennis Championships will be held August 1-4^th. Played on red clay, the tournament is sanctioned by the USTA. Our cooler mountain air makes playing in August tolerable. Below is a link to the web site for the tournament as well as a link to the entry form. Cut-off for signup is Tuesday July 30^th. Even if you don’t play, come watch some great tennis.

http://www.mlptc.org/index.html

The real estate market at Deep Creek continues to show some healthy signs as activity continues to show strength through the summer. If you have interest in buying a second home here at the lake, I would advise getting started before the interest rates creep up.

We have 2 featured listings this week:

A 3-bedroom home in Red Run Heights that just had a $15K price reduction. This home is close to Deep Creek Lake and offers seclusion, two family rooms, multiple garages and more. http://vt.realbiz360.com/Listing-1032448.html

In addition, this is a great home site listing in Meadow Lake Estates. Former home was lost to fire and the lot is ready to go with all the extras – septic, well, driveway, garage and pavilion are in place….plus a wonderful water view and use of a private lake. http://vt.realbiz360.com/Listing-1331771.html

Feel free to contact us with any questions – real estate or otherwise. Have a great week and enjoy the sunshine!

Greetings from Deep Creek Lake-Update-DockDogs

Greetings from Deep Creek Lake-Update-DockDogs. DockDogs was a success over the weekend with super hero canines competing in long/high jump competitions that really were exciting and entertaining. The crowds fell in love with these Olympian dawgz who were fired up about showing their skills and had their owners sweating trying to take home 1^st place. Check out more details.

“I believe I can fly…”

Michael Jordan eat your heart out!

Tomorrow, July 3^rd, starts the popular Stage Wisp Concert Series with music by The Steve Hussey Band starting at 6pm and wrapping up at 8:30pm. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, kids, dogs and come relax on the bunny slope at Wisp Resort. This is really a nice chill event that has a cult following by locals and some out-of-towners. If you are here with us, don’t miss it. For the Wednesday night line-up of bands visit www.wispresort.com.

July 4^th On the Mountain is a few days away!!! I always get the Marshall Tucker song “Fire On the Mountain” in my head during the week of July 4^th. I can tell you that the excitement and anticipation comes to a peak for Garrett County for this famous event here at the lake. Find a vantage point from the lake on a boat, on the ski slopes, on highway 219, or any place with a view of the Adventure Park at Wisp. The start time for the event is at dusk on July 4^th with a rain date of July 5^th.

Our featured listing this week is this 4-bedroom lakefront home that has deep water and a dock! The kitchen has been recently remodeled with new appliances & granite counters. New tile flooring and painting was done in many rooms of the home. Take a tour of this great home, which is also an established rental: http://vt.realbiz360.com/Listing-729777.html.

Look at the sold properties in the last 30 days. Woo-hoo…things are getting hot! http://mrislistings.mris.com/DE.asp?ID=53174861925

Interest rates are going up and supply is going down=time to buy!!! Let me know if I can help you find your secondary or primary home here at the lake.

Check out our photo gallery as motivation and inspiration for things you have not experienced here at the lake.

Have a fun and safe holiday weekend!!

Dock Dogs McHenry Maryland

Dock Dogs McHenry Maryland. Dock Dogs is leaving positive footprints throughout the world as it currently continues to grow in popularity among all ages, races, and creeds. Deep Creek Lake was very fortunate to once again have these talented canines and dedicated owners display physical talents that would parallel Michael Jordan in human terms. I was lucky enough to catch these wonderful doggies competing in both long and high jump competitions and I can tell you with certainty that these dock dogs rock!

It was absolutely apparent that the dogs were having just as much fun, if not more, than the spectators. The owners of these special pets would get their dogs revved up during the 30-second time limit they had to complete their jump and every one had their own pre-jump ritual. After they set the dogs loose to make the big jump it was fun to watch not only the dogs jump, but also to see the way the owners moved and gyrated. They used body language techniques to “make” their dog sail through the air higher and in some cases defying the laws of physics by moving to the left and right while in the air!

Dogs had fun, owners gained a few grey hairs, and spectators fell in love with every dog as well as getting Dockdogs deeply ingrained in their hearts! Don’t miss it next year!

Greeting from Deep Creek Lake-Gran Fondo-Sailing School

Greeting from Deep Creek Lake-Gran Fondo-Sailing School. This past weekend was the 4^th annual Gran Fondo. Over 1200 riders took to the beautiful back roads of Deep Creek and Garrett County on rides ranging from 22 miles to the infamous Diabolical Double…125 miles. Riders started at 7am and some were still riding at 6pm. Weather was exceptionally hot for the lake in June (low 80’s) making the ride even more difficult. My teammate and Buyer Specialist, Kathy Johnson, has promised her husband she will do the 44 mile ride next year on their tandem bicycle. Stay tuned!

Something to consider next year… I have been spending the week learning the basic sailing fundamentals at Deep Creek Lake Sailing School. On day 3, I am already solo-ing with other students and putting the heat on the veteran sailors on the race courseJ. A lot of the students are on their 3^rd to 5^th year of sailing and they annually take off a week to enjoy the course and brush up on advanced sailing techniques. All kidding aside, you better sign-up in advance as the class is always booked. They hold the school twice each summer at the Deep Creek Lake Yacht Club.

Flying Scot circa 1968 getting the job done

Just a quick hint for your primary home or your vacation home. I’ve had several requests in the last 10 days asking what lockbox I would recommend they use for their home. This is one of the best investments I have made. Combination is very easy to change.

http://www.amazon.com/Master-Lock-5401D-Wall-Mounted-Set-Your-Own/dp/B0002YP1UI/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1372266810&sr=8-2&keywords=master+lock+box

Our featured listing for this week is a great mountain home in the Sunset Ridge community of McHenry close to Wisp. Never been rented; exceptionally clean and new-feeling. http://vt.realbiz360.com/Listing-1304165.html

Our market in DCL is gaining momentum, especially since the interest rate hike. We’ve seen rates go from 3.875% to 4.75% on a 30-year fixed (conforming – under $417,000). Some project that they will come down but I wouldn’t wait to find out! However, there are still some good loan programs. One of our clients was just quoted a 3.175% rate on a 10/1 ARM from a local bank. That’s hard to pass up! The inventory is up with plenty of homes to choose from. Most owners list their properties this time of year in time for the summer selling season. We are still seeing some great deals for buyers. If you’d like for us to do an updated property search for you just shoot us a quick email or call with your search criteria.

Greetings from Deep Creek Lake-Bankruptcy Homesite Sale

Greetings from Deep Creek Lake-Bankruptcy Homesite Sale. There is so much going on this weekend that I thought I would just list the events to keep this a little shorter. If you are thinking of building here on WispMountain I would not missed the home site sale below.

Bankruptcy Home Site Sale

This goes under the category of “Heads Up!” There has been great anticipation building up to this event. Many people wondering just how low the pricing will get for the available inventory on Wisp Mountain. NLP of Maryland, who bought the real estate surrounding Wisp & Lodestone, is having a one-day sale on Saturday, June 22nd. Appointment times for this date can be reserved by calling or emailing us. A few sales have already been made and I’m hearing some of the slope-side home-sites that were originally selling in the $400’s have been sold for around $100,000.

Call me if you have any questions-240-321-5335. Don’t regret not taking a look at this sale!

Garrett County Home & Garden Show June 15-16

SATURDAY 10 AM-7PM SUNDAY 11 AM-4 PM, EXHIBIT HALL, GARRETT COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS at RTE. 219 & MOSSER RD. in MCHENRY. If you are building, remodeling, or landscaping your home…If you just own a home and need some inspiration…If you would like a free chance to win a $500 Giveaway…You can’t miss this show! No admission. Ample parking. Rain or shine. An event for the whole family—

☞ $500 Cash Giveaway for Saturday visitors and Lowe’s $500-value Gas Grill Giveaway for Sunday visitors. You do not need to be present to win. Must be 18 years or older to enter the free drawings.

☞ Kid Zone for children, including free crafts and face painting

☞ Sugar Foot Stompers Dixieland band on Saturday 3:30-6:30 PM

☞ How-to demonstrations by Lowe’s Pros ☞ Food Court, beer for adults Saturday

Deep Creek’s Got Talent

Red Neck Dayz

http://redneckdayz.webs.com/skedule.htm

The Spiker Team’s featured listing is Unit 302B at Will O’ the Wisp – Great lakefront condo living… completely renovated, on-site restaurant, indoor pool, dock slips, fitness room, game room & more. http://vt.realbiz360.com/Listing-1304216.html

Sailing Deep Creek Lake-Deep Creek Lake Sailing School

I was showing property this weekend starting at Thousand Acres when I discovered something with my clients while checking out a waterfront property/dock. I have been on this lake for over 6 summers but have never seen the amount of sailboats out and about, although I have understood that it is the norm. Without sounding corny, you could almost liken the movement of the numerous sailing rigs on the water to a gripping scene at a fine ballet with a symphony playing some world renowned score.

There was a calm amongst the chaos as boats zig zagged through random trajectories trying to juggle the jib, tiller, battens, turn buckle, chain plates, cleats and winches (yeah, I googled those terms!). Actually, the two person crews that captain these sailing rigs had an immense amount of experience and it only seems chaotic for a novice like me…BUT NOT FOR LONG!

I have signed up for the adult Deep Creek Sailing School to get my “wings” or “anchor” or what every term is used after you become a veteran Sailor. After all, my father was a submariner which is kind of close to an actual sailor, so there are bloodlines! DeepCreekSailingSchool offers a week-long sailing school for both adults and juniors beginning with the basics and working up to being able to sail with confidence with any deckhand who has ever swabbed a deck. I talked to a friend last night who has vast experience in sailing who told me that the first thing to do is get a deep understanding of the winds and then apply it to the information learned at the sailing school and that’s just what I’m going to do.

Don’t ever feel it’s too late to find a new passion or love. Life is too short not to find new and exciting things and sailing is at the top of the list at the moment.

1491 Wisp Mountain Road-Renters Delight

1491 Wisp Mountain Road-Renters Delight. Here you go folks! Everyone is always looking for an established investment property! Well, HERE YOU ARE ——————————–>

Let me touch on the basics… Just reduced $50K to $1,145,000…Ski-in/ski-out on a prime location on the tippy top of Wisp Mountain… Indoor pool… Hot tub… Massive game room downstairs… Huge mudroom with lockers… Western exposure=SUNSETS from the hot tub and pool… a few hundred feet from the recirculating whitewater course to maximize summer rentals… Chairlift just a few steps from the house for quick access to skiing and fun ride down to enjoy summer zip lining…People love this place and it continues to knock the rentals out of the park!!

Listing-http://mrislistings.mris.com/DE.asp?ID=52766460585

Visual Tour-http://vt.realbiz360.com/Listing-1018535.html

~$100K GROSS ANNUAL RENTAL INCOME

Look at the PROFORMA for yourself!

Boulder Lodge sits atop Wisp Mountain with something for everyone. In just steps you can be on any level ski slope, or be enjoying the whitewater course. Built for rental, this home has 2 of every appliance. The lake is less than 2 miles away. And for rainy days, the family can take a dip in the indoor swimming pool or outdoor hot tub. This property defines ski-in/ski-out!

Greetings from Deep Creek Lake-Summer Activities-McHenry, Maryland History

Greetings from Deep Creek Lake-Summer Activities-McHenry, Maryland History. This weekend is a little slow on events but never comes up shy on the vast amount of summer activities. The tubers and fishermen have been steady on the lake as the weather remains perfect here at the lake. I noticed local ski and wakeboard instructor Greg Rouse on the water barefoot skiing at 6am a few days back, which is the most exciting/interesting thing I have seen on the lake.

Deep Creek Marina has recently acquired the popular Lakeside Club from DC Development and has re-directed the course from how it operates. There is a full-term commitment to their clients and the new ‘Deep Creek Marina Club’ is sharing this wonderful amenity with them on several different levels. Here are more details.

Deep Creek Marina is proud to announce the opening of the Deep Creek Marina Club. We have never been so excited to give something back to our customers as this private club. We believe we have come up with the ultimate customer loyalty program that exceeds any points programs and other typical customer loyalty programs by tenfold and we are pretty certain you’ll agree.

DEEP CREEK MARINA CLUB

Would you like to have another boating destination on Deep creek Lake? One that you can call your own? Well, now you have it. Members get their own private club to hang out and socialize or just kick back and relax. The Deep Creek Marina Club was conceptualized as a way to capture the boating lifestyle for our customers and offer an additional boating destination (plenty of parking by auto as well). The Club currently offers incredible gourmet sandwiches and Pizzettes. You can pick from our boat brand sandwich menu or build your own just the way you want it. We also offer weekend and daily food and drink specials. Beer, Wine, and top shelf liquor are offered exclusively for our members and their guests. Best of all membership is free to our boat owners (certain restrictions apply).

Other benefits of membership include complimentary use of paddleboards, pedalboats, and kayaks, use of the lakefront tables and Adirondack chairs that make for a pleasant afternoon, or evening outing. Kids or kids at heart can relax with our indoor pool table and game room and there is even a spot for little kids right where mom and dad can keep an eye on them and still enjoy the club offerings. Hours for June are Thursday- Monday 11

Betsy captured this photo last week of a fox in the middle of the day which is very rare. It’s kind of neat photo because you’ll notice a reflection in the glass of the front door which gives the illusion of two foxes.

Here is the flood of new lakefront listings that have come on the market over the last 30 days – http://mrislistings.mris.com/DE.asp?ID=52730674197.

And for a little trivia…DID YOU KNOW…?

Dr. James McHenry, Secretary of War during the administrations

of Presidents Washington and Adams, purchased

almost 1,000 acres in the Buffalo Marsh area

which is today known as Marsh Run Cove or McHenry

Cove. After James and his son William died, a nephew,

John McHenry, moved to the Buffalo Marsh property.

After the death of John and his wife, the land passed

through many hands but today we know the area as

McHenry.

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