Hillside Haven

Mount Airy, Maryland

Fully Fenced

1 acre

4.6425 Reviews

Sniffpass

Hosted by Kirsti L.

Fencing

100% of guests said fencing at this spot was secure enough to contain their dogs

This spot is fully fenced

Info provided by host

Note from host

Most of the fence is 4’ tall wire mesh, with white tape to make it visible. My large dogs dont try to jump it. Some of the fence up by the house is 6’ wood slats with 6” gaps in between.

Fencing height

4 feet (at lowest point)

Fencing type

Cattle with wire mesh

Gaps or holes in fence

No gaps

Enclosure

fully fenced

Fencing height (at lowest point)

4 feet

100% of guests said fencing at this spot was secure enough to contain their dogs

Fencing type(s): Cattle with wire mesh

Gaps or holes in fence: No gaps

Fencing details: Most of the fence is 4’ tall wire mesh, with white tape to make it visible. My large dogs dont try to jump it. Some of the fence up by the house is 6’ wood slats with 6” gaps in between.

Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Distractions seen/heard from the spot

Other dogsSometimes

Other domestic animalsSometimes

Other peopleSometimes

Private entryYes

Amenities

Dog drinking water

Chairs

Dog toys

Woods

Trail

Trash can

Pricing

5 credits per dog per hour

50% off all dogs after the 1st dog

25% off hourly price for 30 min visit

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Location

Mount Airy, Maryland

Description

The fenced yard is u-shaped and is a grassy hill, with flat spots on the top and bottom, just about an acre at this point. Our entire yard is about 3.5 acres and may be used, details under this. Great terrain to help your dog build some muscle or play fetch on for high energy dogs. Nice tree cover in the summer, and I’ll put out a couple chair swings under our shade tree - or bring a hammock, we have a couple trees perfect for it! We have an almost constant breeze that keeps the bugs away and the temperature comfortable. Wi-fi is available in most of the yard if you need it and there is electrical on the porch. We also have a small creek, flat grassy area and wooded area outside of the fence that you can use. The creek is spring fed and clean and the woods are on a hill. Great fun to walk around in. Please only use this if your dog is on a leash or 100% recall. We do have deer and other wildlife that visit. Hose for rinsing off provided. Water for dogs and poop bags and trash can will be by the porch. We will be expanding the fencing this fall to include another 1/2 acre or so and completely 6’ fence.

Cleanliness

82% of guests said this spot was as clean as expected during their visit.

Hazards

HOST NOTE

Not many, sometimes we see turtles in the yard but we have never seen any venomous snakes or other hazards. We keep the yard cleared of anything that might be injested or stepped on and holes are filled in.

Extras

Doggy Bath10 credits

I’ll wash and dry your dog for you if you need a hand. :) I have experience with large and feisty dogs, so it’s not a problem.

Doggy Playdate8 credits

If your dog likes other dogs, we have a group that would love to meet them! I’ll let one or more of our kids out and help supervise. Both males and females, if your dog is same-sex aggressive we have you covered. We only have large dogs on the property, they are good with little dogs but just so you’re aware.

Handmade Paracord Collars30 credits

Handmade paracord collars, martingale style. We can measure your dog while you’re here, or you can do it at home. If you know what you want I can have it ready for you when you arrive. Or pick from the color options when you get here and I’ll have it ready for you next time. Shipping or pick-up can be arranged.

Host Rules

Minimum visit length

30 minutes

Required advanced notice for visits

1 hour

Max dogs per booking

Is the host present?

I generally do not meet my guests

Additional rules

Proof of rabies and DHLPP shots required. We need to keep our dogs and visitors dogs as safe as possible.

Community safety rules

	Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
	Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
	Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
	Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
	Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
	Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.

Booking Policies

Community safety rules

	Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
	Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
	Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
	Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
	Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
	Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.

In addition, please make sure to read Sniffspot's booking policies

4.64 (25 Reviews)

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Meet your host

Kirsti L.

Joined in June 2020

Hi, we love adventure and the outdoors and are always looking forward to the winter! We’ve had Malamutes for almost 10 years now and love every single fur-ridden part of it. We enjoy kayaking, SUP, sledding, bikejor, canicross, fast cat, obedience, rally, agility, hikes, swimming, camping... I think that’s everything our dogs do with us? And visiting stores, Home Depot and tractor supply know most of our dogs names. I hope you enjoy our backyard and check-in often as we expand the fence and clear the pond so it can be a nice swimming area. If you have any questions, please ask!

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	Only one booking is allowed at a time at any spot and there is an enforced 30 min buffer between all bookings to ensure dogs in separate bookings do not meet.
	This spot is set for Booking, which means you will be instantly confirmed for any booking you request. You will receive the address and access instruction immediately following booking.
	Visits can be moved or cancelled up to 2 hours before a visit.
	Visits can be extended and dogs can be added throughout the visit.

Hillside Haven

Hillside Haven

Distractions seen/heard from the spot

Amenities

Description

Cleanliness

Hazards

HOST NOTE

Extras

Doggy Bath10 credits

Doggy Playdate8 credits

Handmade Paracord Collars30 credits

Doggy Bath10 credits

Doggy Playdate8 credits

Handmade Paracord Collars30 credits

Homemade Dog Treats3 credits

Private Training15 credits

Soap, Towel and Blower DIY5 credits

Host Rules

4.64 (25 Reviews)

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