Our Cottage with part of Deal Island WMA impoundment area in background
Location: Deal Island, Maryland, USA (Dames Quarter / Deal Island Md 20m S of Salisbury Rt 13)
Accommodations: Cottage, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 4-6)
Long term lease now available $650/month-not including utilities,Or Tvservice or Phone. Available 8/1 property available to show 7/1-75 call 301-526-2516
ATTENTION all Eco-Naturalists, Birdwatchers, Hikers, Kayakers, Trail Bike Riders & the like! Enjoy some of nature’s best on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Come stay at the "Adventure Outpost Cottage". Located next to the "less traveled" Deal Island Wildlife Management Area in scenic greater Deal Island of the pristine northwest quadrant of Somerset County. Hike or bike the trails of Deal Islands Wild Life Management area starting from your front door. Convenient to 6 public boat ramps.
**KAYAK RENTALS AND 14 ft MOTOR BOAT rentals available from Deal Island Living
Deal Island Wildlife Management Area info:
"One if by land". Features over nine (9) miles of trail to walk, hike, bike and even camp-on & through. And, over seven (7) miles of scenic roadway to travel along with 6 parking areas to access to take in the views whether by naked eye or with binoculars or the like.
"Two if by sea". There are 6 public boat ramps to launch from. So spend some time exploring the impoundment area of the WMA, then the Manokin River side, the Wicomico River side and/or the surrounding Tangier Sound region of the Chesapeake Bay itself.
The Town-The "Damned Quarters"
Today’s Dames Quarter was originally named the "Damned Quarter". A loosely formed settlement founded by pirates of the Bay. Back in the 1600s, the only way to reach what is now modern day Dames Quarter was by boat. Pirates would pillage merchant ships off of Deal Island. Then retreat back in to the "Damned Quarters" through a series of "guts" that only they knew how to navigate.
The Street
Riley Roberts is the Rd that leads to the main entrance of the Wildlife Management Area. From Deal Island Rd, the first 2 miles of it is a historic settlement of eclectic old waterman homes in various stages of age & remodel along with the since retired old Deal Island School & a classic Bay clapboard church. All of this intertwined with the tall soft Pines that dominate this region of the Eastern Shore. We're 1.5 miles in & just prior to the open water vistas of the WMA.
General Cottage Information
Sleeps 2-4 (floor space for up to 6), 1 full bath, all new kitchen appliances, washer/dryer, wood stove, binoculars, CAC/Heat, Satellite TV, 2 ceiling fans, pet friendly, wheelchair access, w/w carpet, parking area for boat/trailer.
Cottage Use Options
1. A "getaway".
2. Your "base camp".*
*we supply map guides with aerial photos.
From its doorsteps you can walk, hike, bike, drive and/or canoe/kayak through some of the east coast’s most pristine wetlands, preserved and maintained by the State of Maryland’s Department of Natural Resources.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Wood Stove
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Communications
- Telephone
- Other Amenities
- Water everywhere; 300 yards from main entrance of the Deal Island Wildlife Management Area. Features 9 miles of trail & 6 public boat ramps. So bring your off-road bicycle, hiking boots, kayak, canoe & the like.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Sightseeing
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Antiquing
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Long term lease avail 8/1 $650/month utilities not included 301-526-2516
September-November ...... $ 90/nightDec-April 15 $80/night $500/wk
Monthly short term and extended stay contracts available Sept-May
6% MD sales tax applies as well as 25% security deposit.Minimum $75
Pet fee $15/ per day per pet 2 pet minimum
cleaning fee: $35
Kayaks &25 per day each $75 for 2 for weekend stay /15 ft motor boat $80/da + fuel
boat rentals based on availability
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Property Photos
- Our Cottage with part of Deal Island WMA impoundment area in background - Deal Island, Maryland Vacation Rental
- Red marks us; bring your binoculars, kayaks, bikes & the like! Hunters welcome - Deal Island, Maryland Vacation Rental
- Classic Chesapeake Bay cottage style lodging. Walk to fishing& crabbing - Deal Island, Maryland Vacation Rental
- Greatroom woodstove on right, 32" TV w/cable back left, queen sofabed front left
- Prepare your catch of Chesapeake Bay fish and blue crabs !
- new queen size bed in bedroom
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