Spring 2024 Deep Creek Lake Resort Report

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Volume 17 Issue 1, Spring 2024

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In This Issue...

How’s the Real Estate Market?

New Development Underway at Glendale Rd & 219 Intersection Arrowhead Pilot Dredging Project Completed Bear Cubs & Sow Relocated From Railey Vacations

Recently Sold Property Listings

Railey Realty Celebates 50 Years in Business

New Development Underway at Glendale Rd/Rt. 219 Intersection Local

Happenings and News…

The large parcel of land at the intersection of Glendale Rd and Rt. 219 has seen major infrastructure development as they ready the site for incoming businesses. Confirmed businesses include DG Market and Royal Farms. DG Market is an off-shoot of Dollar General that offers a more complete grocery and shopping experience, complete with fresh produce. Royal Farms is a gas station and convenience store chain headquartered in Baltimore, MD, with locations in the mid-Atlantic region. There are still additional pad sites available.

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Your 1st Choice in Real Estate Arrowhead Cove Dredging Project Completed

The pilot dredging project in Arrowhead Cove was successfully completed in January 2024. The process has been a long-time coming, both with securing the funds and permitting requirements for a project of this size. The actual dredging of the cove began in the fall of 2023 with the installation of coffer dams, isolating a three acre section of the cove to remove 11,000 cy of sediment. Local company Byco Enterprises was awarded the

bid and completed the dredging project early in 2024. After water was removed from the sediment, the sediment was then hauled to the Garrett County Landfill. Now that the sediment removal has been completed, the lakebed is ready for restoration of habitat and subaquatic vegetation planting.

As this was a pilot project, with full government funding, the next steps for county government and involved parties is to further evaluate

Bear Cubs & Sow Relocated from Railey Vacations

It’s not every day you find a bear den under the deck! A female black bear spent her winter hibernating under the porch at Railey Vacations, where she gave birth to four cubs in January. The den was discovered in late winter when Railey Vacations employees began remodeling the deck.

After noticing the cubs, they contacted Maryland Department of Natural Resources officers for next steps. DNR officers developed a game plan to keep everyone safe, including the bears, and were able to safely tranquilize the sow without incident. Each bear cub was

then removed from the den by DNR officers. As there’s no risk of rejection for the cubs after human contact, employees at the local businesses were able to safely handle the cubs – truly a once in a lifetime experience! DNR officials supervised and monitored the cubs during this time. The bears were relocated to an empty den on state land where they can thrive in the wild away from human interaction and traffic.

Bears should never be approached in the wild, especially bear cubs, and no baby animal should be disturbed or moved by a civilian. This was a controlled and

dredging the other sedimentimpaired coves. The other sedimentimpaired coves identified in the 2017 survey are Chadderton School Cove, Deep Creek Cove, Green Glade Cove, Harvey’s Cove, Hazelhurst Cove, Pawn Run Cove, Penn Cove, Poland Run Cove, and Turkey Neck Cove.

You can find out more about the dredging project from site manager Bruce Michael in his interview on the Not Salty Podcast.

isolated incident fully supervised by DNR officials.

Railey Realty Sold Listings

2524 Stockslager Rd Lakefront $3,537,000 - 12/23

589 Mountainview Dr Lake Access $685,000 - 11/23

33 Winding way Ski-In/Ski-Out $470,000 - 01/24

214 Meadow Mtn Ln Lakefront $2,550,000 - 12/23

81 Pinnacle View Ln Lake Access $1,355,000 - 11/23

443 Woodland Way Lake Access $533,500 - 11/23

319 Basswood Way Lake Area $660,000 - 02/24

100 Deer Crest Ln Lake Area $555,000 - 12/23

21349 Garrett Hwy Split-Lakefront $1,250,000 - 11/23

308 State Park Rd Split-Lakefront $1,299,999 - 12/23

1356 Stockslager Rd Lakefront $1,990,000 - 02/24

722 North Camp Rd Wisp Resort Area $990,000 - 12/23

230 Waterfront Greens Lake Access $820,000 - 02/24

2303 Lake Shore Dr Lakefront $2,450,000 - 03/24

1601 Deep Creek Dr Lakefront $775,000 - 02/24

65 Village Dr Lake Area $620,000 - 01/24

943 S Blakeslee Rd Lake Access $999,900 - 12/23

221 Randall Way Lake Access $1,500,000 - 01/24

For a complete, updated list of all our sold listings, please visit www.railey.com/sold-properties.

The Deep Creek Lake Resort Report Railey Realty Celebrates 50 Years in Business

The Railey name has been synonymous with Deep Creek Lake since the lake’s founding in 1925. C.M. Railey helped log what is now the lakebed and opened the first lakeside park, rented the first cottages to vacationers, and operated a general store and tavern.

Since then, the Railey family has made the visitors of Deep Creek Lake their legacy. After decades of successfully renting cottages, James and Violet ‘Sis’ Railey decided to offer their knowledge of the area to those looking to purchase a primary or secondary residence. Railey Realty was founded shortly after in 1974.

Originally operating from their home on Lake Shore, the Raileys opened their first official office on what is now Rt. 219. Railey Realty

soon outgrew their location and broke ground on the current office further down the road in the early 90s. Fifty years later, Railey Realty still stands true to the original principles on which it was founded.

To celebrate this milestone, the Garrett County Commissioners issued Railey Realty a commendation for 50 years in business. More than just the recognition of years in business, though, each commissioner commended Railey Realty and its agents for being involved in the community. From supporting youth sports to nonprofits to community developments, Railey Realty strives to give back to the community in as many ways as possible. The agents and staff at Railey Realty serve on dozens of committees, boards, and

spend their free-time volunteering at local events and for nonprofits.

Without the support from our clients, customers, past agents, partners in business, and community members, we wouldn’t have made it 50 years. Thank you to everyone who has helped us reach this milestone – and cheers to the next 50 years!

Remembering Railey Realty Agent Lisa Goodfellow We are saddened to announce that long-time local real estate agent and developer Lisa Goodfellow passed away in December 2023 after a short battle with cancer. Lisa

Local Happenings and News…

NEW Fox’s Pizza Den opened in the former Railey Realty midlake office at the lake! Offering online ordering, delivery, and pickup options, it’s a great addition to the lake community! Order pizzas, subs, calzones, and more!

NEW 206 Alder St Bistro & Bar opened in Downtown Oakland!

Featuring a varied menu and all-day hours, stop by for a quick lunch or for delicious dinner with a beverge!

They are also hosting evening events like locals night and karaoke.

Coming Soon! Opening soon at The Fort, Beef Jerky Experience will offer a wide and unique selection

will be forever remembered for her enthusiastic personality, dedication to her clients, and expert knowledge in the industry. Lisa will truly be missed by many!

of jerky products. Ranging from traditional beef and pork to exotic animals like buffalo or alligator, there will be plenty of options for everyone!

NEW Root Cafe opened in downtown Friendsville! Root Cafe offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and barista coffee options with new specials and items added frequently.

A great new addition to Friendsville!

GC Hosted Western Maryland Classic This past December, Deep Creek played host to a new basketball tournament bringing teams from across the country to play in a multi-day tournament. The

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teams are elite high school teams that garner national attention and produce players who go on to play in top college leagues and even the NBA. Upcoming Events....

Memorial Day – May 27 Fire on the Mountain - July 4 Victorian Chautauqua - July 7 Art in the Park - Early-Mid July Garrett Co. Fair - July 27-Aug. 3 Labor Day - Sept. 2 Art & Wine Festival - Sept. 14

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