Private Studio on the Monocacy River. Sleeps 4, 1 Full Bath, Kitchenette Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

Q: Is Private Studio on the Monocacy River. Sleeps 4, 1 Full Bath, Kitchenette pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Q: Where is Private Studio on the Monocacy River. Sleeps 4, 1 Full Bath, Kitchenette located?

Situated in Frederick, this apartment building is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Regal Westview and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Westview Promenade. Francis Scott Key Mall and Buckeystown Community Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

10/10 Excellent

Bailey K.

12 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

This was such a great property. The views of the river were amazing, and we even saw a few young foxes playing nearby. There was a little miscommunication right at the beginning of the stay, but Joe was really flexible and sorted everything out right away. Would happily stay here again.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

18 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little spot on the river

Nice small place right on the river and close to everything. It’s perfect for a few nights stay and 2 people.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

18 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Saint Pat's daughters birthday weekend.

Scenic beauty overlooking montacy river and historic battlefield.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robbinette D.

10 Dec 2018

Our quiet retreat!

I wanted to get away from the hustle and bustle of the holiday, just wanted to spend some quiet time with hubby, just him and I! We were not disappointed. Every statement made about this place proved to be correct during our uneventful stay!!! Thank you!!

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth K.

12 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place on the river

Location is great. It sits in a secluded part of Frederick along the Monacacy River. If you wanted restaurants, businesses or downtown Frederick they all were plentiful and less than 8 miles away. I was there for my Godson’s confirmation and ask Joe if I can have some family over for a small barbecue. He was understanding and permitted it but just said respect the neighbors space. It was a good size yard with a fire pit and scenery of the river. There is a charcoal grill provided for barbecue cooking. Room was adequate for relaxation and a place to sleep. The air conditioner worked great.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Barbara M.

10 May 2023

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Not Happy

Place was not clean. Towels were dingy and frayed. The air was musty. The only place to sit was on the edge of the bed or on a bar stool because the futon was broken and was laying flat. The listing was confusing because it showed pictures of a porch that was not part of our unit. I had to call the manager 15 minutes before check in because he had not given me key codes etc. I had rented the unit for one week. I left after two days and checked into a nearby hotel for the remainder of my week costing me additional expenses.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin K.

24 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding Host!!

From the very start of our booking, Mr. Bartlett was a fantastic host who went above and beyond for us. Due to a scheduling error on the part of the website, NOT the host, we weren't sure we could keep the initial reservation. However, Joe was right on top of it and ensured we had a place to stay at the house, without any hassle to us. The home was gorgeous, and the view of the river, even in late September, was the perfect getaway for my wife and I's trip. Anything we needed, and any questions we had were quickly answered and/or fixed, without question, or argument, and with absolute professionalism. Joe(Mr. Bartlett) could not have been a better host, and my birthday weekend could not have been a better trip. If I am ever back in this area, I know exactly who I will be contacting for another reservation. Thank you, Joe, The Kindsvaters.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori S.

30 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Would visit again

Joe was very receptive to questions. Scenery was just as pictures portrayed, it was very nice with the fall foliage! We would definitely visit again!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hope S.

18 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint and quiet

We were staying in Frederick for a wedding and opted for a rental instead of hotel. It was a nice stay. Quiet area, nice view of the Monocacy river from the deck, and close to shopping/food. I would definitely stay here again, but next time I’d choose one of the rentals facing the river.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

William Maryalice E.

13 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Simple Overnight Stay

We only slept here and spent about 2 hrs outside the property overlooking the Creek. Extremely noisy upstairs tenants but thankfully we were exhausted from visiting Frederick and returned rather late from a wedding. Although we did not bring our dog (and have yet to receive a refund) we are happy we didn't! The tenant noise would have caused the dog to yelp loudly if he was left alone. getting to the location was via a secret single lane trail. The owner was a bit tardy with giving location and instructions regarding the secret single lane entrance.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Charles D.

27 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Check-in, communication

OK if all you want is a room to sleep in

Close to everything in Frederick, MD. - Great Host wont give check in info until a few hours before check in time so you have to stop, find a wifi hotspot and check your email before you arrive. - Unacceptable Dishes are not microwave safe but guests have been using them in the microwave so they seem dirty. - Unacceptable Only one hand towel and no washcloths. - Unacceptable We only got the Dish TV network to work once. - Unacceptable If anyone is in the room above you the noise is quite bad but we got lucky and they went to bed about the same time we did.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dale R.

1 Jun 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great stay for a weekend!

Flew in from Detroit for the Memorial Day weekend to see my wife's 93 year old aunt. We selected the small unit but it was sufficient and provided a great place to sleep and relax in between visits with the aunt. The deck overlooking the river was a great plus. Highly recommend if you're looking for a weekend retreat. Joe was a great host and was quick to reply to any questions we had.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

4/10 Poor

Dawn K.

1 May 2022

Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy

Has potential

This place has potential. Unfortunately, there were a lot of things that were lacking and others that weren’t consistent with the information in the listing. We messaged the host in the morning on the date that we were checking in to advise about our arrival time and get check in information. Our flight arrived six hours later and I still hadn’t received the property address or check in information. I called the host. He seemed confused about my arrival, as if he though it was a different day. He did send the information immediately after my phone call. Unfortunately, I realized when we arrived that the information he sent didn’t include which unit I was checking into. I had to call again. We finally got into the unit and we’re about to go to bed around 11pm when the smoke alarm started beeping. It wasn’t a good first impression. He came the next day and replaced it and it didn’t beep after that. Some things to consider taking with you when you stay here. The only kitchen supplies are a few plastic plates, a couple mismatched pieces of cheap silverware, a couple coffee cups, and a couple random cooking items. There is a microwave but no microwave safe cookware or plates. There is a coffee maker and some coffee and tea. That’s it. If you want to use the kitchen for breakfast and reheating fiod, you will need to bring some microwave safe cookware, some bowls for cereal, a can opener, a knife, food storage pieces, sugar and cream for coffee, and garbage bags. Some additional things to note. The air conditioner is programmed to only go down to 72 degrees. It was 84 when we arrived. There are no screens so you can’t open the windows and there aren’t any fans. The front door is shared by three units and the other guests kept leaving the front door unlocked. The only other security door is a hollow core bedroom door for the unit. It seemed like there was no soundproofing between the units. We could hear EVERYTHING in the other units. The upstairs guest came home at 2 am a few nights and we were woken up and kept awake while he walked above us. We ended up wearing headphones during the day and earplugs at night to sleep. The exterior of the building is in poor shape. There is a fallen tree in the front yard and there are a bunch of bugs flying around. It is very muddy if it rains. Hope this helps another guest.

Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Jamie J.

2 Jan 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Great for short term visit.

Property needs some work, especially ourside. Decaying fallen trees, black walnuts all over, which roll when stepped on. I almost fell a couple of times. The location is absolutely beautiful. When people are in upstairs you can hear every footstep. Sounds like they are coming through the ceiling. Overall rating it is a nice place that just needs some work. I would stay again because it is pet friendly and there is room for my furbabies to run and play. It is also a safe and quiet place.

Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Jamie J.

21 Oct 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

No cooking facility except microwave. One had to eat out unless you grill. I'm not a grilled.

Beautiful location. Variety of restaurants nearby. Wish it had a toaster oven or something to prepare a meal other than microwave. The unit was extremely small but served my needs. I'm renting it again but will be better prepared for longer stay. Property is absolutely beautiful.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

1 Oct 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anna F., Wales

6 Jul 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good place for the price

This area is very expensive and has a lot of recent growth. Staying in Fredrick proper, or Harpers Ferry costs a lot more than staying here. We were in the studio apartment. It was clean, the bed was comfortable. The swing on the deck is a quiet pretty place to sit in the morning with coffee. The location itself is ok, but it is behind a large business park. It is not easy to find. We spent an afternoon in Fredrick, a morning in Harpers Ferry, and hiked on the Appalachian trail one afternoon. Overall it was a great place for these activities and a two night stay. Fishing on the river is difficult as the banks are steep. Good place for the price.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

D H.

31 Jan 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden Gem

Most beautiful view you'll find in Frederick!

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

D H.

27 Jan 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

I can't say enough great things about this property. I have stayed in all 3 spaces in this home. If you enjoy beautiful settings I promise you will be wowed. Convenient to all that Frederick has to offer. Joe the property manager is great!

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

James S., Lancaster

24 Mar 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What I Was Expecting

First I want to say that for the price this is a good deal. I also need to be clear that if you are expecting to pay this price and get a big house with lots of space and high speed internet and TV with unlimited channel selections you may want to reconsider. I was a little disappointed with the lack of hot water because it was just enough for 2 people doing a quick shower. And I said about the internet it may be high speed but we could not watch Netflix or any other internet TV because of the bandwidth. Noise can be a problem if other people are there because the room door is hollow core. Now I need to say that other than the tub not being very clean everything else was and we enjoyed our stay. Joe was quick to respond to any questions and the bed was very comfortable. Nice to walk around the back and see the river. Very quiet setting and secluded. It served our purpose and we were comfortable, plus it didn't break the bank.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth C.

7 Nov 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bargain on the Monocacy

The property manager was friendly and responsive. The river view from the swing in the yard on a gorgeous fall day was delightful. The lighting over the bathroom vanity was better than I've experienced in luxury hotels. The unit had every required element. It wasn't the Ritz, but it was a Five Star bargain at the price, and we would return.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Teresa M.

19 Jun 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Business Weekend

Entry was easy and the unit was nicely equipped. The river and decks were nice. Neighbors upstairs were a little loud but tolerable. I would stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kristin A.

30 Nov 2018

Nice Studio on the River

The Studio was cute, clean and the property was nice. The unit was pet friendly, and we had a very comfortable stay! Check in and out was self service and a breeze, which was wonderful given my weekend schedule! Joe communicated with me well, through some weather (Snow) related issues, and made sure everything was ok through out my stay. Definitely on my list as a place to return!

10/10 Excellent

Karen A., Heathsville, VA

22 Aug 2018

Great location

This location is very convenient to restaraunts, stores, etc. yet it is tucked away in a private, serene setting. We loved watching the deer, rabbits, and squirrels. The studio provided ample space for us and Joe was very easy to communicate with.

Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

ramsey b.

24 Jul 2018

The property was perfect! An adorable studio on the river is a 1 in a million property!

I would love to go back on my next trip to Fredrick!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018

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