2016 has been a record year for tourism in the Deep Creek Lake area and Garrett County, Maryland with a 6.3% increase in county accommodations sales, a 19.3% increase in heads on beds, a 2.3% increase in sales tax collections and a 23% increase in visitors to the Garrett County Chamber of Commerce’s website, visitdeepcreek.com.
The increases follow a banner 2015 in Deep Creek Lake and Garrett County, which saw a 3.1% increase in county accommodations sales, a 2.5% increase in sales tax collections and a 46% increase in visitors to the Garrett County Chamber of Commerce’s website, visitdeepcreek.com.
The Chamber attributes much of the increase to the Chamber’s aggressive marketing plan with concentrated efforts and new ad strategies.
And, according to the Maryland Office of Tourism, Garrett County’s increases have even outpaced Maryland’s tourism growth. In Fiscal Year 2016 (July 1, 2015 – June 30, 2016), Maryland grew tourism sales tax revenues 6.4%, while Garrett County grew tourism sales tax revenues 7.0% during the same time period.Maryland grew lodging sales tax code collections 6.3% in FY16 while Garrett County grew lodging sales tax collections 9%.
“Tourism is an economic engine for Garrett County and we are pleased to see that this engine continues to churn out additional revenues and business for our community,” said Nicole Christian, president & CEO of the Garrett County Chamber of Commerce. “Even with Mother Nature being less than cooperative last winter and an abbreviated ski season, Garrett County’s overall tourism sales tax revenues still outpaced the state’s growth. We attribute this continued growth to our aggressive marketing efforts.”
This custom 5 bedroom masterpiece features some of the best views at Deep Creek Lake!
Grandview Drive
Filled with modern craftsmanship, towering stonework and elegant designs, the home boasts three fireplaces, sauna, bar, screened in porch, attached garage, extensive decking and much more.
Dock slip availability through HOA as Class A lot. Truly a must see! Established vacation rental, $51k YTD 2016.
This home is a Taylor-Made rental home. For a 3-D tour and more, click here.
My assistant, Ally, and I spent an October morning driving around the lake and enjoying the weather. I love it when it gets to this point in the year- all of Western Maryland is absolutely stunning.
Arguably the best location at the lake! Deep Creek Village is right on the water AND directly across the street from Wisp Ski Resort! Enjoy year-round activity (and income!) in this vacation rental townhome.
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Dock privileges available through association, community tennis courts and walking distance to ski lodge, dining, entertainment & shopping. Lower level BR currently used as 2nd living area.
