Mountaintop Castle @ Deep Creek Lake w/ Alpacas
Castle in Oakland, MD
Why you'll love this stay
Outdoor Living
Private mountain setting with panoramic views and serene outdoor spaces.
Entertainment & Amenities
Luxor Grand Cabin offers exclusive hot tub, sauna, and game lounge.
Location & Accessibility
Exclusive use of resort-like amenities within 10 minutes of Deep Creek Lake.
Property details
Welcome to Phoenix Crest: Your Egyptian-Inspired Micro-Resort
Step into Phoenix Crest, a mountaintop micro-resort near Deep Creek Lake that blends Egyptian elegance, modern comfort and a touch of architectural brilliance. Our Luxor Grand Cabin is not just a place to stay—it’s a Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired masterpiece. Known for his organic architecture, Wright’s influence makes the cabin a truly unique cabin castle, and it includes an exclusive private hot tub reserved just for Luxor guests.
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A Vision Reborn: From Charity’s Hope to Phoenix Crest
Phoenix Crest is the heartfelt continuation of our founders’ journey, evolving from their beloved Charity’s Hope Family Farm to this new haven of renewal. After facing zoning limitations at their previous resort, the founders created Phoenix Crest as a place where guests can finally experience rejuvenation and fun in a welcoming, open environment designed for both relaxation and inspiration.
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Access
Enjoy exclusive use of the Luxor Grand Cabin and its private hot tub, while also exploring the resort’s shared amenities that give Phoenix Crest its vibrant character. Visit our adorable alpacas at our seasonal petting zoo (May through October). Gather under the Osiris Pavilion or unwind with games inside Cleopatra’s Clubhouse (Fall of 2026). For stargazers and nature lovers, the Celestial Meadow offers a wide-open lawn with panoramic mountain views—perfect for quiet reflection or evening stargazing beneath the vast night sky.
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Perfect for Special Occasions
Whether you’re hosting a wedding, corporate retreat, birthday celebration, or family reunion, Phoenix Crest provides an unforgettable backdrop for life’s biggest moments. With options for exclusive use of the entire resort, you can transform this serene mountain property into your own private oasis. From intimate gatherings to larger celebrations, every stay at Phoenix Crest becomes a one-of-a-kind experience surrounded by beauty, peace, and purpose.
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Experience the Magic
Come experience the magic of Phoenix Crest—where ancient inspiration, modern relaxation, architectural beauty, and the wonders of a mountaintop meet.
When you book the Luxor Grand Cabin, you will have exclusive access to your own private amenities. These include a private hot tub reserved solely for Luxor guests, a soothing sauna for relaxation, the Hathor Courtyard featuring a brick patio and outdoor fireplace, and more. The only other accommodations onsite is a RV for four guests and this accommodation is only available during warmer months (May through October). It is located about 400 feet from the Luxor home offering more privacy and space than many of the traditional lake houses.
In addition to your private spaces, guests have access to select shared resort amenities that make Phoenix Crest so distinctive. The Osiris Pavilion (coming Fall of 2026) serves as a covered gathering area for lounging or light events, while Cleopatra’s Clubhouse (coming Fall of 2026) offers a recreation lounge with a pool table, shuffleboard, and classic games. For nature lovers, the Celestial Meadow is a wide, open lawn ideal for yoga, meditation, or stargazing under the expansive mountain sky.
For those seeking complete seclusion, exclusive buyout options are available, allowing private use of the entire five-acre resort for the duration of your stay.
WATER CONSERVATION AREA: This property requires water conservation due to being a rural mountain property with a well. When the water table in the region is low, it requires water conservation. We provide additional sources of water as a backup but guests should be mindful about running the water for long periods.
VISITORS: All visitors must be included in your guest count even if they are not staying overnight to avoid overcrowding and account for use of amenities. We allow events but there is an additional fee per guest per day. If you need more than 16 guests, please let us know. Some apps only goes up to 16 but we allow more. Just tell us about your vision for the property and we will let you know if we can accommodate.
Sleeping arrangements
Bedroom 1
1 king Bed, 1 single Bed, 1 sofa Bed, 1 air mattress
Bedroom 2
1 king Bed, 1 sofa Bed
Bedroom 3
1 king Bed, 1 sofa Bed
Bedroom 4
1 king Bed, 1 sofa Bed
Bedroom 5
2 bunk Beds
Bedroom 6
2 bunk Beds
Bedroom 7
2 bunk Beds
Living room
3 bunk Beds, 2 air mattresses
What’s included
Self check-in
Free parking on premises
Private hot tub - available all year, open 24 hours
Paid washer – In unit
Paid dryer – In building
Central air conditioning
Central heating
Radiant heating
Guest reviews
Jessica
November 2026
Our stay was amazing. Beautiful grounds, gorgeous sunset views, and eclectic vibe. Lots of great photo opportunities for the bride and groom we were celebrating. The kitchen was well stocked and had everything our group needed including a great coffee bar and lots of extras. The house had plenty of space, comfortable beds, and a generous supply of linens and towels. Especially nice was that the host went out of their way to keep the alpacas onsite for our stay. She was extremely responsive when we had questions, I would give her more than 5 stars if I could!
Joyce
October 2026
Great house. Cold inside though. But we had a great trip and loved the Alpacas!! Grounds are beautiful. Coffee bar was perfect.
Emily
October 2026
The property was lovely and private. Unfortunately we had issues with the water supply in the home that made the last day of our stay less than great. Also the Alpacas were in a very small enclosure with just a roof and did not seem to have much shelter from the elements (it rained and they were soaked).
John
September 2026
The Youth Linganore MTB stayed here with almost 40 parents and youth riders. All of our families and loved the space and it fit our purposes so well. Such a unique space with plenty of room, beds, and spaces for everyone to be comfortable and have fun! Everything was clean and easy to find. Heather and Charity were amazingly responsive hosts and made sure we had everything that we needed and were in touch with us through out our stay to make sure we were enjoying ourselves and if we needed anything else. Would recommend them as a host and will certainly try to stay here again next year! Thank you Heather and Charity from all of us on the Linganore MTB Team, it’s helped our kids and families make memories that will last a lifetime!
Know before you go
House rules
16+ overnight guests
Pets allowed
Smoking allowed outdoors only
Quiet hours
Commercial photography allowed
Lock up at checkout
During the stay
Before checkout
About the host
Heather & Charity
Host rating
4.81
Years hosting
4