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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
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

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West River, MD
  • Place, Shadyside Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Annapolis City Dock
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Place, U.S. Naval Academy
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Airport, Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)
    ‪55 min drive‬

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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.
During your stay at this cottage, you'll be close to Galesville Heritage Museum. Features include laundry facilities. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the cottage.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, washing machine and fireplace
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 7 minutes by car from Franklin Point State Park and 10 minutes from Shadyside Park
As a guest of Serene spot, West River dock, sunsets, the Bay, only 40 min from Alexandria, DC., you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This cottage is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • 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

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

Rules

Maintaining a quiet place while you are at the little green house is a condition of staying there.
N0 children on dock alone, no kayaking for first time, can safely get in, always with life vest + extra paddle, never alone or past Galesville.
No more than 2 cars to be parked at the house

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Holly S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cottage was very comfortable, and you can't beat the view. My husband and I enjoyed relaxing and looking out at the water, and the sunsets were beautiful. The bed was surprisingly comfortable, and the entire place was well appointed with everything you need for a short-term stay. The owner is extremely friendly and responsive, and quick to make suggestions for local places you might want to check out. We enjoyed our stay so much we've decided to reserve this cottage again for our next trip back to Maryland.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

STEPHEN P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meghan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was such a beautiful property right on the water! It was everything I wanted for a quiet weekend away. The host was quick to respond and full of great recommendations. I am definitely planning on staying here again and will recommend it to anyone else 10/10
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia D.

Liked: Cleanliness
The home is tucked away in a quiet and charming neighborhood, directly on the water. This is an older home with lots of character that has all the amenities you need for a short-term or long-term stay. The house provides all supplies for the kitchen, bathroom, and bedroom (all you need to bring are clothes and food). The house is approximately 35 minutes from downtown Annapolis, with a straightforward drive. The home features a covered carport located at the back of the property. The enclosed front porch is great for watching the sunset over the water. The kayak is great for taking out into the water to paddle around, one of our favorite activities, and the neighborhood is also lovely for walking. The host was excellent in communication, offering local suggestions and being readily available to address any issues that arose during our 6-week stay. This house is ideal for singles or couples seeking a relaxing retreat in a cozy cottage by the water, especially if you have a boat.
Stayed 43 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Storm H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing serene spot

Perfectly situated on the water for a fair price and plenty of room for me and my husband would recommend to anybody who wants a quiet stay with a amazing view
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

RC, Miamisburg

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful vacation getaway.

The house was very clean with all needed amentities plus. Mary was very responsive to any questions, including suggestions of local beaches. The view is incredible, especially late evening. Location wise, you are within 1-2 hours of several major cities. Will definitely plan to stay here for any future trips!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaci K.

Liked: Cleanliness
So much fun! The house and location were perfect! I had so much fun kayaking and walking around the gorgeous neighborhood- there were friendly ducks/geese that would come up to the lawn and sleep right outside the windows. This was a perfect get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great getaway

Great property in beautiful neighborhood with incredible views. Private pier and front porch were extras!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig C., Los Gatos

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely

A beautiful stay on the Chesapeake.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stinky S.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Christie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

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

6/10 Okay

Deborah H., Sunbury PA

Beautiful sunsets.

Was disappointed at the cleanliness of the property (mice droppings). Bed was very uncomfortable due to two mattresses being put together. We took out the AC filters and cleaned them. This home has great potential, just needs a little updating.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Right on the water

Very nice, would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet retreat with short drive to D.C.

My family stayed at this VRBO and it couldn't have worked out better. Small quaint house tucked away by the water was very peaceful to come home to after a busy day touring D.C. Many things to do nearby with just a short drive. We enjoyed the kayaks that came with the house with a 10 minute paddle to a fun restaurant. Mary was very responsive to my messages and a very kind person.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved the dock.

Your own private dock and boat house to fish, crab, and kayak.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful!

What a wonderful cottage! I stayed a week in July, while taking a sailing class with the Annapolis Naval Sailing Association in nearby Galesville. The only potential drawback is lack of central AC, but I ALWAYS felt very cool and comfortable thanks to all the window units. The king(!) bed is super comfy, and I loved spending time on the porch, living room and dock - all very lovely spaces. The neighbors are friendly, host super-helpful, and sunsets AMAAAAAZING. Looking forward to staying here again soon.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie f.

Liked: Cleanliness

Restful, lovely waterfront location, vintage home

Appreciated the lovely waterfront location, independence , nice filtered water tap for drinking and coffee. Especially enjoyed meeting owner, delightful visit.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori B., Washington, DC

Liked: Cleanliness

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

vickie p.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

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

8/10 Good

Teresa C.

Liked: Cleanliness

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