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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.

Pretty Byrd Cottage, a Victorian Bayfront Getaway!
Imagine getting away from it all by crossing a footbridge to a private island with a Victorian cottage on your own private 3-acre lake! This property is a unique oasis that combines today's modern conveniences with the charm of elegant decor. Enter the front door and be taken in by the surrounding water views, and enjoy charming verandas and a balcony that overlook the lake and gardens surrounding the cottage. Guests can also enjoy the use of a private beach, fishing, kayaks and a paddleboat!

Private romantic pet friendly waterfront cottage
On Virginia’s beautiful Eastern Shore, The Birdhouse at Windfall Farm is the ultimate romantic getaway. Just steps from Pungoteague Creek (a short boat ride to the Chesapeake Bay)on one side and a picturesque large stocked pond on the other, The Birdhouse is a charming 1 bedroom hideaway, with abundant wildlife, walking trails on our 62 acre working farm, kayaking, fishing, crabbing, and stargazing, all amid Nature’s beauty. Be our guest for an unforgettable time on Virginia’s Eastern Shore!

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.

The Laughing King Retreat Honeymoon Island Cottage
Honeymoon Island Cottage is an adults-only lodging experience like no other. You and your guest will stay in a charming tiny farmhouse that is located just steps from the Chesapeake Bay on a USDA certified organic farm. Enjoy access to a private saltwater pool, private beach, Chesapeake Bay water access for boating, swimming, paddleboarding, fishing or just soaking, dig for clams, collect wild oysters, or just sit and marvel at the beauty. We look forward to welcoming you.

"Dragonfly" Waterfront Cottage on Chesapeake Bay
Bayfront beach vacation? Kayak out to dolphins? Breathtaking sunrises & sunsets? Yes, please! Relaxation and fun await at 'Dragonfly', a gorgeous cottage right on the Chesapeake Bay with spectacular views from every room. Nestled on acres and acres of waterfront, this magical property has its own cove for all the swimming, kayaking, SUP boarding and fishing you can manage. If you love nature, bring your water shoes and sense of adventure and we will take care of the rest!

Long Beach Cottage, Hot Tub, Beachfront
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...

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 Cottage ❤️ Private Beach, Dock & Kayaks
Welcome to Sunset View Cottage. A spacious and bright two-level waterfront home with a private dock and beach access in Leonardtown, MD. Enjoy swimming off the dock and beach in the Potomac River. Full western views across the widest part of the river make for unbelievable sunsets. Your ideal family vacation, couples getaway, or work-from-home retreat just 90 minutes outside DC. Visit us on IG @sunsetviewcottage
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