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Quiet Apartment in Coolest Small Town in America!

Sip coffee on the porch while planning your historic adventure to nearby Gettysburg or Baltimore. Enjoy some friendly competition over board games after exploring.

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Terrace/patio
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

Quiet Apartment in Coolest Small Town in America!

The apartment (aptly named Whistling Trains) is one-half mile from Sykesville's Main Street - the 2016 Coolest Small Town in America. There are lots of events in town, many walking paths through the community, a train that runs along the Patapsco River and through brick tunnels built in the 1800's. The town has
a lot of history and you are less than an hour to Gettysburg, Antietam, Harpers Ferry, Baltimore, Annapolis and Frederick. Washington DC is about 45 miles away.

The space

There is a Flat screen TV giving access to Cable only TV which includes Netflex and many other channels. There are also some board games, books and puzzles for your enjoyment.

The kitchen is intended to meet your cooking and dining needs. There is a Keurig coffee maker with K cups. You will find tea bags, sugar and a variety of sweeteners.

The HVAC system was replaced in 2016 and the new system has an air scrubber.

There is a Graco Pack N Play and a Fisher Price Space Saver highchair to accommodate our younger guest.

Guest access

Guests have full use of the apartment, covered porch, and designated off street parking. They may enjoy the front yard as well.
Guest must be able to step over a 3-4" threshold to enter the apartment. Also, the doors from the bedrooms to the bathrooms are a bit smaller than standard measuring 22".

Other things to note

Debbie lives off site. Co-host, Chris, lives on site but we respect our guests’ privacy. We can be contacted through Airbnb messaging or by text.

NO pets are allowed - NO exceptions.
NO smoking on the property

Property manager

Debbie Scheller or Chris Scheller

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Pool

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Porch or lanai
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

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Interior

Large Open Suite nestled among the Trees

  • Air conditioning
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

Quiet Apartment in Coolest Small Town in America! Apartment
Quiet Apartment in Coolest Small Town in America! Sykesville

About the neighborhood

Map
Sykesville, MD

What's nearby

  • Howard County Fairgrounds - 12 min drive
  • Under Armour Performance Center Baltimore Ravens - 17 min drive
  • The Mall in Columbia - 25 min drive
  • Merriweather Post Pavilion - 25 min drive
  • Oriole Park at Camden Yards - 34 min drive

Getting around

  • Halethorpe Station - 28 min drive
  • Gaithersburg, MD (GAI-Montgomery County Airpark) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Oscar's Alehouse - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Quiet Apartment in Coolest Small Town in America! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Quiet Apartment in Coolest Small Town in America! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Quiet Apartment in Coolest Small Town in America!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet Apartment in Coolest Small Town in America!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quiet Apartment in Coolest Small Town in America! located?

Located in the center of Sykesville, this family-friendly apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Hugg-Thomas Wildlife Management Area and Old Main Line Park. Patapsco Distillery and South Branch Park are also within 15 minutes.

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Quiet Apartment in Coolest Small Town in America! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 41 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Would definitely stay here again when in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Macario

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful owners and the accommodations were wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I do a lot of small trips. This was one of them. I find that a good b and b is often better than a hotel for less money. That was the case here. Very easy, comfortable stay, and I'd certainly visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property just as described. The beds are very comfortable, the property is well equiped with everything you will need, the front porch is very relaxing. The weather was great. The hosts communicate well. You will enjoy your stay in Sykesville.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

William K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location and Nicely Done
Very nice apartment and great location. Apartment is well appointed for a long or short stay, with everything needed for comfort, including a small desk for working (this was a "working" trip). With family in the area, we will be back and this is a perfect spot for a getaway. Very clean and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daulet J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful stay
Booked for 4 nights to stay during business trip. Very nice, clean, quiet. Overall accomadating.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

charles

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Simple, clean, nice outside patio, very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything we needed!
Everything we needed for a short trip to Maryland. Great location. Easy check in. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ingo L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Grandparents Visit
We encountered a beautiful comfortably furnished apartment where we felt very comfortable. It was our starting point in the morning and our place to relax in the evening after visiting family. Due to the proximity to the old town, we even enjoyed an evening of live music. We will be happy to come back again.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing find
We are so thankful we found this adorable apartment. Our company needed a place nearby with no stairs. They loved the porch and the privacy it allowed. Owners were very accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We enjoyed our stay. Didn't get info on how to check in. But the guy helped us when we rang the doorbell.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

2/10 Terrible

Jason P.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Meh
We arrived in the evening and the property was not very well-lit. I wondered aloud which of the two doors was our entrance. A voice from a speaker answered our question, which was a little creepy. They were watching us. If you are watching us, why not open the door and say hello? The property is nothing to write home about. It is decent, but dated and absolutely nothing special. The bathroom floor was filthy and the shower wasn't clean. The furnishings were pretty old and uncomfortable. The beds were fine. Plenty of towels and linens. The neighborhood felt safe and friendly. The bedrooms from the inside appear underground, with the sole windows high up on the wall. One window is covered by a deck. This was not mentioned in the posting. This poses a safety hazard in a case of a fire or intruder. Additionally, there is no natural light, leaving us, literally, in the dark. It was fine, but not worth the price. We won't be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jackie O.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All the essentials at reasonable cost
Furnished with all the basics needed for 3 night stay. Comfortable beds. Easy parking and access. Nice area and easy walk to historic downtown Sykesville, which has couple of restaurants, bars, ice creamery, coffee. The house entry way could be significantly improved by moving the trash/recycling bins, and thus flies and foul odor, away from the front door, and removing the numerous cobwebs.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Retreat For Business Trips
Close to quirky artsy town with great food options. Have stayed twice and will definitely stay again if I return to the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Value Value Value
We sent 8 nights while celebrating a 50 year HS Reunion, visiting friends, and attending a wedding reception! The place was clean, beds comfortable, and located in a quiet neighborhood. If you are looking for high end luxury probably not what you want but if you are looking for great comfortable place to stay at one of the best values you could find in this area it’s wonderful! Would definitely stay again!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

jim m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
No thanks
Very nice
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Winnie M., Central Kentucky

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient and comfortable
This property met all of our expectations and provided us with comfortable beds, a full kitchen and convenient access to the area. When we needed help with the smart t.v. the owner responded immediately and gave us the help we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and quiet.
Quiet, comfortable, well equipped, safe and secure. Has a covered outdoor porch area to relax and view the distant hills and trees. Very private area of family homes that are well spaced on large lots.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Elizabeth F., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for our visit!
We throughly enjoyed our stay, we were a 4 minute walk from our son and his family. Great area close to everything, loved the front porch for reading and relaxing. Debbie was very helpful and replied quickly to our emails. Beds were comfortable appreciated the washer and dryer. Thank you we will certainly be back and would recommend it to our family!
Stayed 19 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
The rental was very clean and inviting in a beautiful neighborhood. It was exactly as stated in the listing and we would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C., Cheyenne, Wyoming USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful, wooded location
Very quiet property within walking distance of historic downtown. Excellent restaurants. Parks for extended walks. Exceptionally well stocked kitchen. High end washer and dryer. Owners were prompt to fix a couple minor repairs. Definitely a great find!!!
Stayed 11 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022