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Potomac River Woodland Cottage, Polite Pets welcomed, Central Air, Killer Sunset

Experience serene riverfront living in this cozy cottage. Watch wildlife from your patio then stroll through historic St Mary’s City just 15 miles away.

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • 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.

Potomac River Woodland Cottage, Polite Pets welcomed, Central Air, Killer Sunset

Time stands still at Tall Timbers; an almost forgotten Maryland treasure. Consisting of two rows of houses sandwiched between the Potomac River and a dense timbered forest we are uniquely located 3 miles east of the Piney Point/ St. George's Island Bridge not far from where the Potomac River flows into the Chesapeake Bay. Fully renovated, with stunning sunset views over the Potomac River and woodland to the rear you will find a spotless single-level home less than 2 hours from D.C. Located across the street from River at its widest (about 3 miles), an easement runs along the side of our home to the water's edge however the slippery bulkhead stones make entry difficult. The best launch spot is at the marina or one of the many creeks or parks. Two of the three bedrooms are furnished as bedrooms. The third is used as a den with an ambiance fireplace, Smart TV, playbox, and fold-out bed to supplement the living room sofa-bed. Tall Timbers Cottage is cozy to sleep 7. We love to watch the abundance of wildlife from the large flagstone patio. Well-trained polite pets are welcomed with advance written approval provided you agree to pay for any extra cleaning or damage charges incurred.

This modern and year-round retreat is equipped with linens and any other items you might expect in a well-equipped home, including bikes, puzzles, a Keurig coffee maker, Smart TVs with local channels, Netflix, Wi-Fi, and fast internet.

The central heat and air conditioning means comfortable all the time. In addition, to the electric fireplace in the dining room, there is an outdoor fire pit for wood fires, and the ambience of a faux fire with battery operated candles in the den. All windows are screened and open if you want to feel the breezes off the river and listen to the chorus of bird songs.

Fishing and Crabbing for our famous Maryland Blue Crabs is a popular activity in our local Herring Creek. The village of Tall Timbers and the Marina are both easy walks. Picking up boxed lunches or great steaks at Wm Dents Grocery is a tradition. You will find a local watering hole and cafe in the back of the grocery. The famous Reluctant Navigator is at the Marina.

The beaches, docks, lighthouse, and bridge at Piney Point and St. George's Island are all a short drive. We are happy to assist you in booking fishing charters or cruising the Potomac with a qualified waterman. Located fifteen miles by car from Historic St. Mary's City (Maryland's Colonial Capitol dating to 1634) and many other adventures.

Property manager

Lolly and Lindley

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Kitchen island

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Video library
  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Printer
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevators
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • 2 stairs to reach property
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: $250 fee for excess cleaning if violated.

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayak on site
  • Bicycle on site
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing 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

  • Unit size: 1100 sq ft (102 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Subject to approval and pet guidelines

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Note from host: All guests must be registered in advance.
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Beautiful Old World Charm Potomac River Woodland Cottage House
Beautiful Old World Charm Potomac River Woodland Cottage
Old World Charm Southern Maryland National Water Route House
Old World Charm Southern Maryland National Water Route House
Old World Charm Southern Maryland National Water Route

About the neighborhood

Map
Tall Timbers, MD

What's nearby

  • Piney Point Beach - 7 min drive
  • Piney Point Lighthouse - 9 min drive
  • Patuxent River Naval Air Station - 21 min drive
  • St. Mary's College of Maryland - 26 min drive
  • Historic St. Mary's City - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ruddy Duck Seafood and Alehouse - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Gridiron Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Riverside Bistro - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪China Cafe - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Potomac River Woodland Cottage, Polite Pets welcomed, Central Air, Killer Sunset pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Potomac River Woodland Cottage, Polite Pets welcomed, Central Air, Killer Sunset?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Potomac River Woodland Cottage, Polite Pets welcomed, Central Air, Killer Sunset?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Potomac River Woodland Cottage, Polite Pets welcomed, Central Air, Killer Sunset located?

This family-friendly Tall Timbers vacation home is located on a river, 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Potomac River, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Piney Point Beach and Saint George Island Beach. Jimmy Island and St. Mary's River State Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Potomac River Woodland Cottage, Polite Pets welcomed, Central Air, Killer Sunset Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommended
Lolly and Lindley are wonderful hosts, and very responsive to an inquiry I had a 10PM. I wasn't expecting a response until the morning, but was pleasantly surprised when my phone rang! Will stay here again!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tall Timbers Cottage
This was our second stay to visit family nearby for our annual 4th of July gathering. The cottage is clean, cozy, and comfortable. The owners are fantastic communicators and made sure we had everything we needed. We won’t hesitate to stay again in the future.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Gathering
This is a wonderful special place Tall Timbers, this house was lovely and perfect for our visit. The Lindley’s were very helpful and quickly responded to any communications. Wonderful place, if you have the chance to get away to this is a great place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing times
We had a lovely weekend stay at the cottage. It's impressively well-stocked and very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Peaceful Getaway
Everything we could want or need and beautiful sunsets too! Owners were available and helpful. Thanks so much for a much needed, quiet break.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Natalie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint cottage in a charming community
The property amenities are outstanding - the kitchen and bath are well stocked, the grounds are lovely with a terrific grill, the beds are comfortable, and the cottage is very clean and orderly. The neighborhood is quiet and friendly. We all had an incredible time.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing getaway!
Excellent experience from start to finish. Owner was communicative, welcoming and very helpful. Property in a very quiet neighborhood with amazing views of the Potomac River right across the street from the house (you can walk over and stand by river to see gorgeous views especially at sunset). Property is as described. Very clean, fully equipped kitchen, linens and towels provided. Lovely cottage - perfect size for our family of four plus our dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Potomac Getaway
Lovely stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paige M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Weekend
Great outdoor space in the back and also a very nicely stocked kitchen.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage
We found this property to be a lovely, comfortable cottage with a kitchen fully stocked with all the kitchenware and household supplies that we needed for our stay. The owners are very professional and quickly responded to any questions we had. The area is quiet and close to the water and I would highly recommend this property if you are looking to stay in the Southern Maryland area.
Stayed 18 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serenity
Quaint house in a lovely, wooded neighborhood. Well appointed, comfortable home away from home!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Aida Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice property. Beautiful area.
We spent two nights with kids. Great for social distancing. Marina was great too. The beach is not for swimming with kids, but Point Lookout is about 40 minutes drive and family friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carol H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Home and Location
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Tall Timbers. The home was lovely and had everything we needed. The shower is beautiful. The kitchen is set up for some serious cooking. We would love to stay again when we visit our old home.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Place
Very nice home in a really cool area off the beaten path! Nice walks to enjoy in quiet areas with beautiful landscape and wildlife! Love the Potomac! Thanks again to Lolly and Lindsey!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christine K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely little cottage
This was a wonderful home for a relaxing weekend with our family. We were looking for something close to the Naval base as my son was in town on a detachment. This was close and so relaxing. Lovely property, friendly neighbors and a comfortable, tidy home. We got there late and decided to add a day last minute and owners were very accommodating. Thank you for the lovely weekend with my kids!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything we needed!
Perfect from start to finish. Check-in and check-out seamless. Owners were accessible and so helpful. The home is situated in a cozy, peaceful setting near the river. It is well stocked with games, books, kitchen items, etc, very clean, and comfortable. Lolly and Lindley provided us with restaurant and other recommendations that were spot on. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sue W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful living and amazing sunsets
My son and I took a mom-and-son trip before he enlists in the Navy and found this gem in our former home area of Southern Maryland. The home was spotless, attractive, and quiet. The owners were very responsive and super nice. The sunset over the water was stunning! My son had a blast at the beach. The neighborhood is quiet and friendly, the kids giggling running home from the beach was perfect. It was also very nice to have 2 bedrooms and access to a washer and dryer at this point in our trip. I would love to bring my husband up there the next time!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Great Time!
My husband and I stayed for four nights in September. We loved the house and the setting, seeing a peak of the Potomac River and the beautiful sunsets at night. It was relaxing and quiet. The potential for the hurricane was looming in a few days making it cloudy and humid, but the house was comfortably cool. It only rained at night! While we were there we explored St. Mary's City which we enjoyed, lunch at the college cafeteria was a feast, Leonardtown had a great used bookstore that we enjoyed and an interesting antique store. A visit to the Piney Point lighthouse was interesting as well. We found the house well stocked for cooking. We took our small outdoor table top grill with us so we enjoyed several grilled meals. A Weis grocery store was a few miles away with a busy liquor store next door. The last night we ate at the marina which was fun. Friendly staff. We enjoyed our stay immensely and would recommend it highly.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sharon F.

It was just what we were looking for.
The home was nestled in the tall trees yet near the water. The kitchen was well stocked and we fixed several meals there. Our host was very helpful about the area. The house was clean and comfortable.

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey K.

Amazing cottage!!!
The cottage was perfect for my family! It had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. Lolly & Lindy made it feel like home as they were extremely helpful from start to finish!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Joseph G.

Great place on the Chesapeake!
Really beautiful and comfortable home between the Potomac and Chesapeake. Very close to a marina where I dropped my kayak and paddled around a calm bay exploring the nooks and crannies for two hours. Loved it!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Charming!
We stayed here for a long weekend this September. The cottage was clean, charming, and cozy. Lolly was wonderful to work with and checked in on us to make sure everything went smoothly. It was a wonderful location for our long weekend away!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

6/10 Okay

Kenda J., Bloomfield IN 47424

Comfortable. Needed better lighting at dinner table. Had to clean before leaving per house instructi
It was okay. Nice big kitchen. Worked well for a toddler. Shower did not drain well sorry we were not on the water.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Bethany T.

Such a cute house !
We loved this home. The house was perfect for what we needed and had such great touches in every room. So much storage it feels like you can settle in and be at home even away from home. The beds are very firm so if you don't like that bring a mattress topper. Great house and home owners were so nice and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Sandra C., Pinehurst, NC

Cute, clean cottage with easy access to the beach and great food
The property was perfect - well stocked, dog friendly and the owners were a pleasure and very helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017