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Hideaway on the Bay: Waterfront Vintage A Frame
The Hideaway on the Bay is a waterfront A frame where you can disconnect from the things that can wait so you can connect with the people who matter most. A place where kids fall in love with nature, and where old friends make new memories. The house is a 2 bed 1 bath 1974 flat top A Frame that sits on two acres on the outskirts of Lusby, MD—and a low traffic hour(ish) drive from the DMV. Enjoy the indoor fireplace, outdoor fire pit, swinging chairs, kayaks, canoe, fish, and catch crabs --

Private Waterfront Home W/ Hot Tub, Dock & Kayaks
Soak in the waterfront hot tub or sit around the waterfront fire pit in this one story completely renovated house w/ 3 bedrooms and 2 full bath. One master bedroom with private bathroom and one bathroom for the rest of the house. Tv in each room and expansive views of the Chester River. There are tons of outdoor activities to do from fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding and biking. This is a gorgeous piece of property on Maryland’s eastern shore. Great crab houses and restaurants minutes away.

Waterfront Guesthouse II on the Rappahannock
The “Beach House” is a guest cottage at Snug Harbor, a 2 acre private property overlooking the Rappahannock River and Chesapeake Bay. Perfect for a couple’s getaway, this well-appointed cottage has beautiful water views and includes access to our private beach & dock (with guest slip) with use of our paddle boards and kayaks. The cottage’s 1st floor features an open liv/din/kit area, full bath with large shower and a covered patio. The 2nd floor features a large loft bedroom with a queen bed.

Beach Front and 'Perfectly Placed'
Escape to our charming Potomac River waterfront cottage, complete with 2 cozy bedrooms, 1 tastefully appointed bathroom, and stunning river views. Enjoy a comfortable living area with large windows, a fully equipped kitchen, and an outdoor picnic table. Perfect for small families or friends seeking a peaceful retreat, our cottage is conveniently located just a short drive from local restaurants and shopping. Come relax, unwind, and make unforgettable memories on the beautiful Potomac River.

Waterfront home, private dock
Relax right next to the water in this tranquil Montross getaway. Fish, crab, kayak, paddleboard, or just sit on the swing and watch dolphins, eagles, herons, and stingrays from your private dock. Dine outdoors on the spacious deck, spend some some quality family time with an in-ground trampoline, tree swing, cornhole, bocce ball, spikeball, and a unique custom-built treehouse. Or just stay inside, relax, and enjoy the views, with an indoor electric fireplace and jacuzzi bathtub.

Sunset Breezes - quiet waterfront retreat
Enjoy well equipped waterfront home styled after historic lighthouses. Relax in the hammock by the water under the pines; Enjoy smores by the fire pit. Wood included. Free use of 4 kayaks, 2 paddleboards, and a 3 person canoe. Yard games include corn hole, croquet, & bocce. Dine on the deck while enjoying beautiful sunsets. Bring your cameras for local wildlife. NEW Fun & Fitness Barn: sauna, golf simulator, free weights, game space and more. Ask about access code and hours.

Iconic Chesapeake. Unparalleled Luxury.
Summer at The Cottage at Silver Water is effortless and indulgent. A sweeping waterfront lawn leads to a private shoreline for swimming, kayaking, and long days in the sun. Evenings bring golden skies, spectacular sunsets, and fires by the water’s edge. Inside, the cottage is beautifully designed with luxurious bedding, curated art, and thoughtful amenities that make every stay relaxed, refined, and unforgettable. See why all our guests only have a 5-Star experience.

Long Beach Cottage, Hot Tub,Wood Burning Fireplace
The cottage is waterfront and is a PERFECT spot for a romantic couple's getaway! honeymoon/celebrations Designed with that in mind, a kitchen w/ espresso machine, living room with wood burning fire and a romantic luxurious suite with a king bed & cozy ambiance complete w/ water views and a stunning bathroom that features a double vanity, a large soaking tub, a tile shower with a soothing 3 function rain shower is complete with luxury linens, cozy robes & soft towels...

Spacious Gorgeous Waterfront Home with Sunset View
Dreamy weekends on the water, the perfect getaway for the entire family and friends in the southern tip of St Mary’s peninsula. This gorgeous newly remodeled house with 5 Bedroom 3.5 Bath sleeps 10 very comfortably. Wake up with amazing water views and access to the water with your own private pier. Spend your day crabbing, fishing, kayaking, or paddle boarding. Amazing beaches at Point Lookout State Park, just a few minutes away. High speed internet, WiFi, and cable.

Peace Point - Waterfront, Secluded, Home w/hot tub
Take a break and unwind at this peaceful oasis. Very quiet, and secluded waterfront getaway is the perfect spot to relax with nature. House is located approximately 150 feet from the creeks edge providing amazing views. Located on a very quiet and unpopulated creek (no other houses) off the Chesapeake Bay, our home offers a scenic deck with hot tub, waterfront fire pit with seating for up to six people, private floating dock with kayaks to explore the scenic creek.

Waterfront Sanctuary only 50 Min. From DC/Balt.
New full home renovation with gourmet kitchen, wide open floor plan, multiple guests rooms, and a bunk room that accommodates 12. An inviting space that welcomes any couple or a large extended family. This home sits with only three other homes on a private peninsula and has water access on both sides. It is conveniently located less than an hour from DC and Baltimore on the west coast of the Bay (no need to cross the Bay Bridge).

Water's Edge Cottage | Luxury Retreat
We are thrilled to host guests at the newly renovated Water's Edge Cottage -- a serene oasis offering what may be the best views on the Potomac. The rural charm of St. Mary’s County is among Maryland’s best kept secrets -- 90 minutes but a world away from Washington DC (with no Bay Bridge traffic!). We are near historic Leonardtown, boasting one of Maryland’s few remaining town squares (we affectionately call it “Mayberry”).
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