Mountwood Park Campground — Hotel in St. Marys

We planned a three-day stay at the Lake House, but chose to seek other accomodations once we arrived. Our host, Briana, was clearly disappointed, but she treated us with consideration.

On arriving, we almost drove by the Lake House because we thought it was a public restroom for the archery course. We suspect the building was originally built as a public restroom and was modified to create one apartment from the men’s room and another from the ladies’ room. The front door opens to a narrow hallway, at the end of which hangs a dustmop and broom.

The back deck is spacious and has a scenic view of the lake, but traffic noise from Route 50 competed with birdsong. Deck seating is limited to a large picnic table with wheelchair access. Guests would apparently need to bring along any additional deck seating.

We do not recall seeing any closets. The walls contained no artwork. There is no TV or wifi, which we knew in advance. The furniture is plain and sturdy. The units are nonsmoking, as indicated by the sign on the front door.

In lieu of windows, translucent material covers openings in the walls and ceiling. Sliding glass doors to the deck lack screens, leaving no opportunity for fresh air ventilation. The fragrance of cleaning products was strong.

On the plus side: Brianna is delightful and an excellent communicator. The interior was spotlessly clean, and the kitchen and large bathroom looked new and quite functional. The building is located near the entrance to a mountain bike trail. Also, pricing is...

Nice place for an overnight stay passing through. Maybe 5-7 miles off the interstate on a nicely paved road until you get into the drive for the facility. Not pavement but no problems navigating, especially as it was getting dark. We were met just past the entrance by the innkeepers in a gulf cart and they couldn't have been nicer or more accommodating. Had to loop around to get lined up to our pull through lot, but probably had more to do with our hauling a car and being leery about backing up. Nice clean shower house smelled of bleach but that was no problem--smelled clean. Met a nice couple while walking our dogs and haven't forgotten them--very friendly people at the campground. Very quiet and could hear birds and other creatures. Would definitely stay there again when...

Great place to take a break and enjoy some squirrel and chipmunk games. Deer wonder by, it is just a beautiful place. Pack a lunch and enjoy. Would recommend the top of campground upper loop . Less campers and more wildlife activity. If camping would recommend at least going to the 3rd or 4th level .. level 1 and 2 seem to be more permanent summer spots. 1 and 2 would be harder to get in and out of. Cabins are nice and at the upper most part of the campground very...