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Bay Views & Fire Pit: Taylor’s Island Retreat

Experience a relaxing retreat with scenic waterfront views. Kayak across Chesapeake Bay and cozy up by the fire pit.

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
TV, books
Miscellaneous
Outdoor dining
3 bedrooms, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9195 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Bay Views & Fire Pit: Taylor’s Island Retreat

Pet Friendly w/ Fee | Near Cambridge | 2,100 Sq Ft | Wildlife Viewing

Elevate your next family gathering when you stay at this waterfront vacation rental home on the eastern shore of Taylor’s Island. ‘Taylors Watch’ features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a screened porch, a sunroom, and an on-site dock. Keep an eye out for Sitka deer and migratory birds as you sip your coffee with views of Chesapeake Bay, bring home dinner from a hunting or fishing excursion, or cozy up at a Cambridge coffee shop.

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 king bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 3: 2 twin beds
- Loft: 3 twin beds
- Additional Sleeping: 1 portable crib

INDOOR LIVING
- Smart TVs, board games
- Sunroom, telescope
- Expansive windows, natural light

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Deck, outdoor seating
- Fire pit, outdoor shower
- Waterfront yard, kayak, canoe, bikes
- Charcoal grill, park grill

KITCHEN
- All major appliances including dishwasher
- Keurig coffee maker (coffee provided)
- Cooking basics, Crockpot, spices
- Instant Pot, blender, tea & snacks

GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Central heating & A/C, ceiling fans
- Linens & towels, complimentary toiletries
- Washer & dryer, laundry detergent, hair dryer

FAQ
- Pet fee (paid pre-trip)
- 2 exterior security cameras (facing out)

ACCESSIBILITY
- Steps required for entry
- 2-story home

PARKING
- Driveway (4 vehicles)
- Street parking

-- THE LOCATION --

- Quiet neighborhood
- On-site access to Chesapeake Bay
- 5 miles to Taylors Island Wildlife Management Area
- 12 miles to Church Creek
- 15 miles to Cambridge: antique shops, restaurants, galleries, boat dock
- 90 miles to Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ fees & taxes)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras: 1 camera is located above the front door, and 1 camera is located above the back sunroom door. The cameras are outward facing monitoring people coming and going, and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras record video and sound when activated by motion
- This property requires 1-2 steps to access; 2 bedrooms are 2 full baths are located on the 1st floor

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces)
  • Street parking available
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Ice maker
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Telescope
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry detergent

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Bicycle on site
  • Hunting nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Marina 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
  • Security system

General

  • Unit size: 2100 sq ft (195 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

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
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 security system, and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

489998

About the neighborhood

Map
Taylors Island, Maryland

What's nearby

  • Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge - 4 min drive
  • Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Historical Park - 22 min drive
  • Harriet Tubman Museum and Educational Center - 26 min drive
  • Choptank River Lighthouse - 27 min drive
  • Great Marsh Park - 30 min drive

Getting around

  • Cambridge Station - 29 min drive
  • Easton, MD (ESN-Easton - Newnam) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Woolford Country Store - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Lindy's Seafood - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Madison Bay Rnr - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Palm Beach Willies - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Millie's at Madison Bay - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bay Views & Fire Pit: Taylor’s Island Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bay Views & Fire Pit: Taylor’s Island Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bay Views & Fire Pit: Taylor’s Island Retreat?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bay Views & Fire Pit: Taylor’s Island Retreat located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly vacation home is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge and 11.2 mi (18.1 km) from Pot Island. Gunners Island and Christ Rock Park are also within 16 mi (25 km).

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Bay Views & Fire Pit: Taylor’s Island Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We really enjoyed our stay, and our dog was able to get into the water with the ramp that they have built there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect retreat
This was a great spot to come and visit. The dock gave the ability to crab and fish whenever. The house and view of the water were amazing. The only downfall for us was the amount of jelly fish so we did not get in the water much. We did bring our boat and launched it right down the road. We are out at the local restaurants and the community was welcoming. We drove around and saw the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad and visited Cambridge many times.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherry G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Taylor’s Watch
Taylor’s Watch was the perfect getaway for our family. The house is beautiful and the location is very peaceful. We took our boat and dropped it in at the public ramp nearby. We were able to tie on the dock at the property. Our kids enjoyed fishing, kayaking, and canoeing from the dock. The house has lots of little extras. There is a closet full of games, books to read, binoculars, and a telescope. We look forward to returning!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Celebrating 50th birthday!
A group of ladies rented this house for a 50th birthday celebration! The house was very cute and clean! Kitchen was well stocked with what we needed to cook. Lots of floating was done.....Thanks for the rope to tie off so we wouldn't float away. Lots of catching up and card playing we done! The screen porch was amazing! Thank you for sharing your house with us!!

10/10 Excellent

Rossana L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Sunsets!
My husband and I were looking for a place to relax and unwind and this house was the perfect place! Taylor's Watch was everything we were looking for. The house was so pretty and the views from the back windows, sunroom and bedroom were spectacular. The kitchen was fully stocked with everything we needed. The beds and pillows were very comfortable. Lots of bath towels that were fluffy and plentiful. Mornings were spent sitting on the dock with coffee watching the sun come up and evenings were spent in the same place with wine watching the gorgeous sunset. A beautiful house in a beautiful location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine Nicklow

Amazing water front home!!
Taylor's Watch exceeded our expectations! We had 9 family members and everyone loved it! The water views from each room are stunning!! The spacious house has so many different areas to relax. The sunroom was awesome for morning coffee and afternoon naps or reading! The screened in porch was massive and was the center of all our meals and hanging out! The kitchen was huge and fully stocked with everything we needed to prepare and serve all our meals (the knives were top quality!) The welcome basket with snacks and the fully stocked coffee/tea station were such a nice touch! The large shoreline with a beautiful, private dock was a gorgeous backdrop for pictures plus it provided hours of entertainment! We relaxed out back on the Adirondack chairs, fished off the dock and caught crabs for dinner. We had fun on the canoe that was provided, and we rented a boat from the marina (2 minutes away.) We enjoyed the fire pit at night and did some stargazing. The air conditioning cooled the house down quickly when we needed it, but mostly we had the windows and sliding glass doors open and got a nice breeze. We felt very comfortable, safe, and it was very clean. The location was beautiful and peaceful. We just loved every minute of our visit! Thanks for a wonderful vacation! We will be back!! Next time, we are planning to stay longer! Sincerely, The Nicklows, Garsons and O'Haires

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view
The house had a beautiful view. It was well stocked. Management was very responsive. Enjoyed a nice Thanksgiving with beautiful sunsets. Very private. Loved every aspect.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toya G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Taylor’s Island Vacation
This is a hidden jewel. We had so much fun fishing and crabbing. The home was everything you could ever ask for. We will definitely be back next year for a longer stay. If you are looking for some peace and quiet, this is the place to be. Thank you to the owners for making this a great place.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Meredith

Enjoyed it!
We enjoyed our stay and it had everything one could need. We enjoyed the pier and the privacy of the area. The screen porch was also enjoyed a lot during our stay. Thank you!
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10/10 Excellent

Liza

Great place!
Our family had a fantastic time here! The house has absolutely everything you could need for a nice vacation. Plenty of towels, fully equipped kitchen , and linens. The host of this home has thought of everything so do t worry if you forget anything. The pier was the highlight for our family. The kids fished all day and I really enjoyed the sunset from the bench on the pier. I highly recommend this rental!

10/10 Excellent

Zurabi

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024