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Serenity Cottage: Central to state parks, historic towns, MD & VA beaches

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10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Serenity Cottage: Central to state parks, historic towns, MD & VA beaches

You leave the rat race behind when you turn off the county road onto the country lane leading between woods and fields to Serenity Cottage. This charming and unique octagon house is shaded by oak and maple trees and overlooks farm fields and woods of pine and hardwoods, home to deer, wild turkey, and fox.

Throughout the house, modern and casual furnishings blend comfortably with antique and vintage details which add to the attractive coziness of the open plan living, dining and kitchen areas. Tucked in one end of the living room, two easy chairs for reading and lounging can be turned to face the full-length windows to watch for wild turkeys. The smart TV is ready for streaming your favorite shows and there is a selection of books and puzzles in case of a rainy day.

The roomy kitchen has island seating and vintage farmhouse open shelving to complement the hand-built dining table surrounded by six antique oak caned-bottom chairs. The kitchen is fully equipped right down to cookie baking sheets and a retro cookie press as well as cookbooks offering recipes for regional foods.

In the second-floor cupula room, enjoy the tree-top sensation of being in your own treehouse get-away: perfect for an afternoon nap on the full-size futon, quiet reading, journaling at the antique drop-front desk or a session of meditation on the provided yoga mats.

Each of the two main floor bedrooms have their own unique style. The large primary bedroom directly across the hall from the bathroom, is roomy and light and airy. Twin bedside tables and reading lamps, two vintage dressers and double closets complete with hangers provide all the storage you could need. Down the hall, the second bedroom is a rich toned deep rust, olive green and teal oasis. Depression oak dressers and nightstands are accented with contemporary reading lights and wall art.

Just minutes up US route 13 is Pocomoke City and amenities. First settled in the late 1600s at the ferry landing on the south bank of the Pocomoke River and originally called Stevens Landing and then Newtown, it was reincorporated in 1878 as Pocomoke City, after the American Indian name of the river, meaning "black water." The town is host to the Delmarva Discovery Museum, an interactive museum focusing on local ecology (visit the river otters) and history. The Sturgis One Room School Museum, a one-room schoolhouse, was moved to its present location in the downtown area as a museum of local African-American history. In addition to the1927 Art Deco MarVa Theater, Pocomoke Historic District and Costen House, numerous other houses are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Close by is Pocomoke River State Park. There are two distinct areas of Pocomoke River State Park: Shad Landing on the south side of the river off Route 113 where you can picnic, swim, rent kayaks or canoes or just watch the lazy river flow by, and Milburn Landing, on the north side of the Pocomoke River on Route 364. Both areas are encompassed within the 17,676 acres of the Pocomoke State Forest which has over 25 miles of trails available for hiking, biking, and birding.

The charming village of Chincoteague is just a short drive away. The former fishing village now boasts exciting summer amusements, shopping, art galleries featuring regional scenes by local artists and family-owned restaurants serving some of the best seafood on the east coast. The town is a tourist gateway to Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge on adjacent Assateague Island, the location of a popular recreational beach and home of the famous wild Chincoteague Ponies. Visit the Nature Center and enjoy the many hiking and bike trails. If you want something a little more exciting, drive over to Ocean City, MD, a hugely popular beach resort where you can soak up all the excitement of the sights, sounds and smells of boardwalk entertainment.

For a more laid-back excursion, try visiting the many near-by historical towns, many settled before the revolutionary war: Snow Hill, MD,1686, Princess Anne, MD, 1733, Accomac, VA. dating back to 1634, Onancock, VA, 1680. Each town offers excellent examples of Colonial to Victorian architecture. Also, don't miss Berlin, MD, a Johnny-come-lately Victorian town incorporated in 1868 offering excellent shopping, restaurants and craft breweries. And all along the Eastern Shore there are dozens of antique shops where you are certain to find something to take home as a reminder of your time on the Eastern Shore, the land of pleasant living.

Property manager

kelly miller

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Books

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Property does not allow children

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Map
Pocomoke City, MD

What's nearby

  • Delmarva Discovery Center - 11 min drive
  • Wallops Flight Facility - 15 min drive
  • Robert N. Reed Downtown Waterfront Park - 22 min drive
  • Maui Jack's Waterpark - 24 min drive
  • Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lin's Asian Cuisine - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serenity Cottage: Central to state parks, historic towns, MD & VA beaches pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Serenity Cottage: Central to state parks, historic towns, MD & VA beaches?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serenity Cottage: Central to state parks, historic towns, MD & VA beaches?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Serenity Cottage: Central to state parks, historic towns, MD & VA beaches located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from US 13 North Welcome Center and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Virginia Welcome Center at New Church. Chesapeake Forest - Dunn Swamp Complex and Pocomoke Fair Grounds are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Serenity Cottage: Central to state parks, historic towns, MD & VA beaches Reviews

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Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janice M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely and quiet
Perfect peaceful days. Everything you could ask for and more. The house is charming and spotless. Communication instantaneous. Setting so calming. Thank you so very much for sharing your home! I want to come back please.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Better Than Perfect
I wanted to be close to Chincoteague / Assateaugue and get in some beach time but also wanted downtime and seclusion from the hustle and bustle of a beach town. When this place came up in my search I knew it was EXACTLY what I was looking for. The pictures are great and give a true sense of the cottage. It is EVEN BETTER in person. It is set on a beautiful open field. We saw so many deer and wild turkeys. The property is quiet --- so peaceful and a wonderful retreat. The upstairs sitting room was an added bonus to the living space. The hosts have done an amazing job at decorating - simple and inviting. I loved all the books tucked in and around the sofa! The kitchen has everything you need and then some. The hosts have thought of everything to make you feel at home. If I could I would rent this cottage for the whole summer. Gas and groceries are not far. And the drive into Chincoteague was not long at all. We even drove up to OCMD one of our days there and also not a bad drive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beatrice W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Renovation Escape
My husband and I were working on a fixer upper that we recently purchased. It was great to get back to this place as we were covered in construction dirt. The house was spacious, very clean, and well stocked. The neighborhood was quiet and we were able to see some of the local wildlife in the mornings.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca V., Virginia Beach, Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and Peaceful
This was a perfect location to explore Chincoteague, Ocean City and surrounding areas. You can watch the deer and wild turkeys from afar. So relaxing and restful. The home was super clean and tiddy.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023