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Serene spot, West River dock, sunsets, the Bay, only 40 min from Alexandria, DC.

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Serene spot, West River dock, sunsets, the Bay, only 40 min from Alexandria, DC.

A perfect getaway spot, on a peninsula on the West River just across from Galesville. Houses on the point are mostly waterfront and neighbors are friendly and quiet. Say hi or just enjoy the sunset from the porch or the dock. Kitchen is fine for cooking, though nearby restaurants in Deale and Galesville are tempting and Annapolis is only 20 minutes away. If you are a boater, the Bay awaits! Galesville is even closer by water and you can kayak to dinner. I love going to this peaceful place, and I hope you will too.

The house is available at reduced rates during the colder months, a perfect spot for a sabbatical or writing that book. It's cozy in winter with baseboard heat, and the fireplace works.

Property manager

Mary L Lovering

Languages

English, French

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Garden
  • Porch

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Garden

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Policies

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

Children are welcome
Note from host: Waterfront: children must be watched at all times.

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
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 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

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West River, MD

What's nearby

  • Shadyside Park - 10 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium - 27 min drive - 28.5 km
  • Annapolis City Dock - 29 min drive - 30.4 km
  • U.S. Naval Academy - 30 min drive - 30.8 km
  • Maryland Quiet Waters Park - 33 min drive - 31.5 km

Getting around

  • Bowie State Station - 41 min drive
  • Fort Meade, MD (FME-Tipton) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pirates Cove Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Skippers Pier - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Happy Harbor Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Petie Greens - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Old Stein Inn - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serene spot, West River dock, sunsets, the Bay, only 40 min from Alexandria, DC. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Serene spot, West River dock, sunsets, the Bay, only 40 min from Alexandria, DC.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serene spot, West River dock, sunsets, the Bay, only 40 min from Alexandria, DC.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Serene spot, West River dock, sunsets, the Bay, only 40 min from Alexandria, DC. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Franklin Point State Park, Shadyside Park, and Captain Avery Museum. Galesville Heritage Museum and Sand Point Marsh are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Serene spot, West River dock, sunsets, the Bay, only 40 min from Alexandria, DC. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Craig C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely
A beautiful stay on the Chesapeake.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stinky S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice house near marina
Beautiful setting, the house was clean, and the host communicative when needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

vickie p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very peaceful & quaint place to stay
Emwe enjoyed our time here, it was relaxing and close to travel around the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Memorial Day weekend Getaway
Had everything we needed for a quiet weekend away! Mary is a delightful host and was readily available. We enjoyed the kayaks and the electric grill. Property was easy to find.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing long weekend at a lovely cottage
Enjoyed our stay at this very nice property! Very clean with a quiet neighborhood and beautiful view of the water. Lovely sunsets most evenings!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mrs. Terry H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect getaway location for Hubby & I. The house is full of character w/ views to die for!
Beautiful, quiet, clean. comfortable, oasis. We LOVED it!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tammy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect and rustic
We really enjoyed the simplicity of the cottage - no bells and whistles, but that's perfect for us. The location and views were outstanding and the enclosed porch faving the water was wonderful for relaxing with a good book.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
West River
We had a lovely stay at this cottage. It was very convenient to the family event we were attending. Views out to the water were wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rich M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just What the Doctor Ordered
What a wonderful place in a beautiful setting. I will look to return soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
The views are stunning and we could not have asked for more. I especially liked being able to cook and make coffee in the mornings. If given the opportunity we would love to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to unwind!
We had a wonderful getaway at this property! We thoroughly enjoyed seeing the many ospreys in the area, and we got some spectacular sunset photos while we were there! Worked in the dedicated office area for a couple of days and enjoyed the view of the lake while working. Great place for a couple to unwind and relax.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for R and R
I stayed in this quiet little cottage for two weeks. I was in need of R and R, and I found it. Thank you Mary, I'll be back.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Chalk Point Stay
The river views made this place for us. The house is old and needs some upgrades, but we thought the place was charming. The kitchen was well equipped for cooking meals. Many comfy places to relax with great water views. TV, WiFi and charging station was a plus and for us having a washer & dryer was great. Our host was terrific. We would definitely stay here again. A counter of some kind in the bathroom and another in the bedroom for clothes would be helpful but all in all, a fun little cottage.
Stayed 63 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna C., Jamison, PA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful sunsets
We could have stayed on the porch looking at the water, boats and sunsets our entire stay. In fact, one day we did! We imagine it would be great when the leaves change. We might plan our next stay around that .
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming older home with amazing views
The place was exactly as pictured. The location was perfect and the view was spectacular. Check in and out was very simple and the owner is very responsive. I had no problems during my stay but we had communicated before and after. I highly recommend this charming home.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic retreat on the water
My wife and I had a wonderful weekend on the water at this lovely house. The property is clean and well stocked, perfect for a cozy stay-in or a home base to see the Bay or day trip out to Annapolis. Mary was very communicative and helpful, and the setting is beautiful in a very friendly neighborhood, a few minutes drive from groceries and local dining (check out the BBQ Pit down the road!)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Korey C., Cincinnati, United Satates

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views
This is an older home with some quirks but plenty of charm! The bed was very comfortable and the wifi/tv worked well. However the real highlight of this home is the location and the beautiful views! This is close to Annapolis, Baltimore and D.C. if you want a quick day trip- but the highlight for us was just relaxing on the dock catching blue crabs and enjoying the local restaurants. The neighbors are all friendly and happy to share recommendations if needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nostalgia on the Water
This quaint cottage will take you a step back in time to more simpler time. We enjoyed watching the sunset each evening from the front porch. It was all about the water view for my husband and me. The house was well appointed with everything we needed for a pleasant get away. We plan on returning soon. Thank you to our host.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect cute quiet getaway
My husband loves to crab and it's just not possible with 2 young children near water. This was our first time away to crab and first time at this lovely house with a dock. The house is so cute and neighbors are very quiet hardly ever seen them. We had a awes
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Db M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Getaway to a nice quiet neighborhood by a marina
First off Mary was exceptional in communicating with me during the entire process and stay. She was quick to respond and more than accommodating. The property is well kept and situated in a wonderful neighborhood. Everyone greets you very warmly. The interior is quite spacious. There are seating areas throughout. The dock is great for enjoying your morning coffee or relaxing and watching the boats pass through the marina. I’d definitely return in the future and would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Teresa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Crabbing fun
Since the crabs caught off of the dock are that big, a large steamer or bigger pot would have been useful. Even though it was September, it was probably the hottest week all summer. Thankfully the window units kept us cool. I like renting quirky places like this, more so before vrbo became a big business taking their big share with fees.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cameo S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint little house on the water
My partner and I spent an extended weekend at this house and had a lovely time. The neighborhood is picturesque and peaceful. The views from the back of the house and the porch of the water are beautiful. We enjoyed our morning coffee in the porch and just looked out over the water. The owner gives you a document called Quirks and Perks which is apt. The house is a century old and does have some little quirks but nothing that doesn't add to the charm of the house. We had a lovely stay and are so glad we booked.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection
This quaint cottage on the water was everything my family never knew we needed! No, it’s not a brand new home or luxury mansion. It’s actually way better because it has charm and character. It’s bigger than it looks, comfy/cozy, sooo quiet, and has everything you could need. We ate out on the porch area, soaking in the views; we each utilized the office in different ways (my son wrote a letter to his grandmother, my husband wrote (he wrote on the porch as well) and I looked at shark teeth we had collected; I sat out on the steps just listening to the birds and watching them; the sunsets truly are incredible and they’re always different (there are lots of places at the home to enjoy them from); … Check in/out was a total breeze and communication, if necessary, was delightful. Ooh, and the location couldn’t have been more perfect. We visited what seemed like ever corner of the state (including DC and Mount Vernon in Virginia), and we were never in the car for long (the longest drive was to Assateague and it was worth it). My only wishes…A) That the weather would’ve been better so that we could have utilized the kayaks B) That I would’ve booked our stay during crabbing season because that would’ve been an awesome experience C) That we would’ve ate out more as so many places sounded amazing D) That we could’ve stayed longer
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great visit
Wonderful place to stay south of Annapolis. Yes, it’s an older cottage, with all the requisite quirks you’d expect. That’s part of its charm, just as much as the sunset views and peaceful neighborhood that feels like you’re on a small island.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage
We had a great stay in this quiet beautiful house. Annapolis was close by and a fun time.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024