Nestled on a serene wooded hillside above Deep Creek Lake, this cozy home offers the perfect rural retreat without sacrificing proximity to the area's best attractions. With its charming birdhouse accents, this house gives you the feeling of being nestled in your own private nest. The recently updated kitchen is a delight, ensuring meal preparation is a breeze, while the newly renovated basement has been transformed into a spacious family room, ideal for movies, games, and relaxation. A warm gas fireplace sets the mood in the living room, where large windows frame picturesque views, perfect for enjoying with a book or your favorite TV show. This property isn't just a house; it's a home ready to create memories in. Conveniently located just a few miles from Wisp Resort, Deep Creek Lake State Park, Swallow Falls State Park, and Herrington Manor State Park, it offers endless outdoor activities. Local dining and a movie theater add to the appeal, ensuring entertainment is always close at hand. The home comes with significant updates and conveniences: a fully renovated basement featuring a separate laundry room with stylish barn doors, premium vinyl plank flooring, fresh paint, and a new slate tile pad for the pellet stove. The water system has been upgraded with a new 800+ foot well, complete with a new pump and pressure tank. For safety, new fire safety casement windows have been installed in the main bedrooms. Additionally, the property is being sold furnished and is ready to rent with a current Temporary Vacation Rental Unit (TVRU) permit, allowing for immediate rental opportunities. It also boasts two additional backup heat sources beyond the standard heat pump: a propane fireplace and wall heater in the basement, and a pellet stove capable of heating the entire house, ensuring comfort no matter the season. This home is an exceptional find, a cozy getaway that you won't soon forget, ready for both personal enjoyment and as a potential rental property.