Magical Bayfront Home
- Minimum stay:2 nights
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:Yes
- Wheel chair accessible:Yes
Beautiful sunrises and panoramic bay views make this three-bedroom/two-bath (sleeps eight) beach front house spectacular. It's located on Maryland's western shore, just 45 minutes from Washington, DC. The area is rich in colonial history, as well as in fossils from the Miocene era. Enjoy miles of sandy shoreline, a 450-foot private pier, and two-mile nature trail through deep woods, open recreational field, playground, and plenty of fabulous seafood restaurants.
This is a magical place. I'm not sure there are words to describe the charm of our warm and inviting home on the bay. The views from every room are simply breathtaking! You'll truly feel like you are on a ship overlooking a vast body of water. The view is constantly changing -- either due to weather, or by the large variety of boats and birds.
The house itself has 'yesteryear' charm combined with today's modern conveniences. It has a wrap-around porch that now includes the gourmet kitchen where your views are magnificent. The kitchen has solid cherry cabinets with granite counter tops and top of the line appliances. It is fun kitchen to work in because of the views.
Recently renovated, the home has two stunning stone fireplaces, and hardwood floors throughout, with the exception of the porch, which is tiled. The lower level is open with walls of glass surrounding two sides …. the views are breathtaking from every room. We have two separate family gathering areas on the lower level, one on the porch and the other by the stone fireplace with a 45” screen T.V. This floor plan allows for everyone to have their space yet not fell separated from the group. The upper level is conveniently designed as third sitting area with another T.V over the fireplace. The sofa serves as a queen size bed and the blow up mattress is extremely comfortable, not something typically found in a sofa bed. There is a trundle bed in this room that serves as two twin beds. You will love the desk in this room, perfect for your computer, if you can stop looking at the bay as it has a 6’ picture window.
The master bath is spectacular. It has an oversized floor to ceiling shower with two shower nozzles. There is a 6’ picture window in the shower so the view while showering is not something you would find even in the Ritz. The master bedroom has a cathedral ceiling and is a wall of glass. You wake up every morning to the sun rise over the bay and every morning the sky looks different. Although we have wooden blinds, I think you will want to keep them up because it is truly like looking at a living canvas and it will be a memory you won’t ever forget.
Enjoy an enclosed outdoor shower that has wonderful views of the bay. The front deck spans the entire length of the house. Imagine sipping wine or your morning coffee and watching the blue herons -- our local eagles -- and an assortment of other birds diving into the bay in search of their next feast. Or watching the large variety of boats traveling the bay for commerce or pleasure. Or waking up in the morning to the sun rising over the bay, with spectacular colors that would inspire anyone to paint. Or spending countless hours fishing or crabbing off the 450-foot pier. Or walking the 3,000 feet of beach is search for sea glass or fossils from the Miocene era including sharks teeth. This is truly the place where special memories are made.
We also have a back deck which is wonderful for morning coffee. The deck is surrounded by beautiful gardens offering an assortment of color for your enjoyment. There is a 20 year old Crape Myrtle that graces our walkway. It starts blooming in mid July thru August and sometimes into September. You will really enjoy the beauty of its deep blossoms as you sip your coffee. There is another tree that sits close to our deck, offering you lots of privacy, which is a favorite sanctuary for an assortment of birds. Expect to be serenade by various songs as birds chat with each other. Download a bird app and listen to the excitement of the birds around you.
We also have a large open field, perfect for a playing soccer with your children or a baseball game. Also enjoy our miles and miles of nature trails that spread throughout our back 80 acres which is adjacent to an even larger nature preserve. It is hard to leave the beach and its miles of open beach but the back land is also nature wonderment.
As all my guests have said… “This is a vacation you will never forget… it is magical!”
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Property Type
- House
- 2200 sq. ft.
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Onsite Services
- Housekeeper Included
Suitability
- Children Welcome
- Non Smoking Only
- Suitable For Elderly Or Infirm
Bedrooms
- 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8
- Bedroom 1
- 1 queen, 1 double
- Bedroom 2
- 1 queen
- Bedroom 3
- 1 queen, 2 twin/ single, 1 sleep sofa /futon
- sleep sofa - queen
Bathrooms
- 2.0 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1
- toilet, shower
- Bathroom 2
- toilet, combination tub/shower
- Outdoor
- outdoor shower
Other Amenities
Entertainment
- Books
- Radio
- Television
- Video Library
- Games For Kids
- VCR
- CD Player
- Music Library
- Stereo
- DVD Player
Theme
- Romantic
- Adventure
Attractions
- Museums
- Winery Tours
- Bay/Sound
- Cinemas
- Marina
- Churches
- Theme Parks
- Restaurants
- Library
- Zoo
- Live Theater
- Forests
Leisure Activities
- Bird Watching
- Walking
- Boating
- Scenic Drives
- Horseback Riding
- Antiquing
- Sight Seeing
- Shelling
- Beachcombing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Miniature Golf
- Shopping
local services and businesses
- Hospital
- Fitness Center
- ATM/Bank
- Groceries
Location Type
- Beach
- Beachfront
- Waterfront
sports and adventure activities
- Kayaking
- Paragliding
- Jet Skiing
- Golf
- Sound/Bay Fishing
- Hiking
- Water Skiing
- Swimming
- Fishing
- Surfing
- Pier Fishing
- Golf Privileges Optional
- Sailing
- Wind-Surfing
- Fly Fishing
Amenity
- Outdoor Shower
Arrival Day
- Friday
Dining
- Dining Area
forms of payment
- Accept Credit Card
General
- Telephone
- Firewood
- Toilet Paper
- Wireless Internet
- Clothes Dryer
- Thermos Bottle
- Parking Off Street
- Linens Provided
- Free Long Distance
- Wood Fireplace
- Parking For RV/Boat/Trailer
- Internet
- Fireplace
- Washing Machine
- Broadband Access
- Heating
- Local Restaurant Guide
- Ceiling Fans
- Parking On Street
- Iron & Board
- Alarm Clock
- Hair Dryer
- Air Conditioning
house cleaning
- Housekeeper Included
Kitchen
- Toaster
- Coffee Grinder
- Kitchen
- Grill
- Dishwasher
- Stove
- Oven
- Ice Maker
- Coffee Maker
- Lobster Pot
- Refrigerator
- Cooking Utensils
- Pantry Items
- Microwave
- Blender
Outside
- Child's Swing
- Wood Deck
- Outdoor Grill
- Boat Dock
- Deck / Patio
- Barbecue
- Screen Porch / Veranda
Payment Type
- Amex
- Mastercard
- Discover
- Visa
Reviews
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exceptional
exceptional
- Guest warsavage
- Date of stay 07/01/07
- Review Submitted 07/16/07
This house was exceptional. My family and i loved it. We would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a private beach atmosphere. My family and I give it four stars. I recommend it to everyone.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/2
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Beautiful
Beautiful
- Guest Phyllis
- Date of stay 10/04/12
- Review Submitted 10/11/12
"Beautiful" is the best word to describe it. Amazing stay, the weather didn't last for us though. The last day was cold, wet & windy. Other than that we all had a wonderful time. Thanks for the memories!Recommended for: Families with young children, pet owners, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, sightseeing, age 55+, romantic getaway, girls getaway.
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Magical Indeed!!
Magical Indeed!!
- Guest Douglas D.
- Date of stay 09/13/12
- Review Submitted 09/21/12
Our family has just returned from our stay, and can't come down from the clouds quite yet. We had the pleasure of settling into someone's home, not a sterile/cold vacation rental property. The neighbors even greeted us as neighbors! A magical weekend in preparation and celebration of our daughter's wedding was truly energized and informed by a comfortable, clean, flexible home base, coming fully equipped with the beauty of the bay, the quietude of the perch, the conveniences of the modern world - all wrapped into one. There is a spirit of creativity and love we found pervasive, evidenced in the thoughtful decorations, the private nooks and the open social areas throughout the house. Bring your own spirit here and you'll find it emboldened upon leaving!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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WHAT A VIEW!
WHAT A VIEW!
- Guest Ashleigh L.
- Date of stay 05/10/11
- Review Submitted 02/23/12
This place was exactly what we were looking for - and more. The pictures of the house are truly what you get. The outside deck was really large and it became a favorite spot for us to gather throughout the day and enjoy dinner after dark. We enjoyed the whole house, every room, all of it was just perfect! Loved our long walks on the beach and finding all the fossils was an extra treatWe could not have asked for a more relaxing trip. My entire family decided it was the best vacation ever!!! Go there...you'll love it!!!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Beautiful Bay Getaway
Beautiful Bay Getaway
- Guest Marybeth D.
- Date of stay 01/08/12
- Review Submitted 02/22/12
We have been vacationing at the bay house for many years starting when our children were young. All four are now grown and married and have children of their own and they all love to go back to visit and introduce it to their children. We have enjoyed the surprise of new items and rennovations as the years go by each time we go back along with the usual expected ammenities. The bay house is what I think of when I think of Rest and Relaxation. The deck is heaven looking out over the cliffs at the Bay. The seagulls frequently wing by as do a pair of bald eagles. The pier enables us to get out on the water and fish and talk and dream and at night the stars are brilliant from the deck as the rising moon beams reflect on the water. The sunrise can't be put in to words. Our family favorite tho is walking on the beach below the house. It's a wonderful adventure each and every time with all sorts of finds while listening to the water lap again the sand. If you chose this getaway you'll want to keep going back. Nothing can compare.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Home Away from Home!
Home Away from Home!
- Guest Joyce A.
- Date of stay 09/04/11
- Review Submitted 02/21/12
This home is absolutely wonderful and I would strongly recommend it to anyone who wants to experience memories of a life time. The views from every window are incredible and the decks outside are great for enjoying a BBQ or the complete tranquility and magic of this unbelievable place!! This was the perfect place to stay to relax, while enjoying the comforts of home. We could not have asked for a better home to rent or place to vacation. My entire family decided it was the best vacation ever!!! Go there...you'll love it!!! The Anderson'sDid you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Great Vacation, Lovely Location
Great Vacation, Lovely Location
- Guest Joy D.
- Date of stay 06/11/11
- Review Submitted 02/21/12
My family had one of our best vacations at this beautiful location on the Chesapeak Bay. The house is spacious, clean and just charming with a spectacular view of the Bay. The furniture and the beds are very comfortable, and the property is well maintained and beautifully designed. There is truly something for everyone - whether it's total relaxation on the sandy beacfh, or something more active like swimming, fishing, walking the nature trails, or searching for fossils. We also enjoyed exploring the surrounding area and dining on great seafood on Solomon's Island. Relaxing on the deck at night, gazing at a star fillied sky while listening to the sounds of the Bay, was the perfect way to end an evening. This was a very memorable vacation and we are looking forward to reuturning.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Complete relaxation and beautiful surroundings
Complete relaxation and beautiful surroundings
- Guest G.M.K
- Date of stay 05/12/10
- Review Submitted 05/30/10
Wanted to thank Alicia and Greg for our wonderful vacation. The house was lovely and exceeded our expectations with its many amenities and beautiful furnishings. We departed relaxed and refreshed and full of delicious crab from Stony's. In the morning we found it difficult to leave the porch as there was always something exciting going on - eagles and hawks soaring over the cliffs, many cardinals and a host of other birds; there were people fishing on the docks, crabbers on the bay, people walking the beach - and most lovely of all the sound of the surf day and night. My husband was very pleased with his fishing! Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us and look forward to our return next year.Recommended for: Families with young children, sightseeing, age 55+, romantic getaway, girls getaway.
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Absolutely Lovely!
Absolutely Lovely!
- Guest Miko
- Date of stay 05/30/08
- Review Submitted 06/11/08
We had a girl's getaway here for my 30th birthday, and the experience far exceeded our expectations. The house was beautiful and was just steps from a private beach, there are clear views of the bay from almost every corner of the house, and I fell asleep to a 180 degree view of the bay and the sounds of the surf in the master bedroom. It's minutes from Solomon's Island and has something for everyone. The owners are extremely helpful and courteous. I'd highly recommend it and will come back again!Recommended for: Families with teenagers, sightseeing, age 55+, romantic getaway, people with disabilities, girls getaway.
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Beautiful spot
Beautiful spot
- Guest Bev S.
- Date of stay 05/23/08
- Review Submitted 06/03/08
This was a beautiful spot to spend the weekend, we left wishing we could have stayed longer. Very relaxing and the view from the deck is wonderful. Fantastic features inside the home also, sound system is great.Recommended for: Families with young children, pet owners, families with teenagers, sightseeing, age 55+, romantic getaway, girls getaway.
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Rates
| Dates | Nightly | Wknd Night | Weekend | Weekly | Monthly * | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base Rate 2 night min stay |
$425 | $2800 | ||||
| Non- peak Sep 4 - Dec 1 2 night min stay |
$350 | $2000 | ||||
Additional Fees and Taxes:
5% tax required
Rate includes cleaning fees
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Location
Owner info
Year Purchased: 1981
About the owner: My husband and I purchased this property in 1980. We are in a community called Governors Run that is rich in history. Where our pier exists, it was formerly one of the oldest wharfs in Southern Maryland. At the turn of the century, it was a resort for Washingtonians. A group of us purchased the entire 15 home resort, each owning our individual homes. We have successfully turned into one of the more magical and beautiful spots on the Chesapeake. One day, I will write a book about this great adventure.
Why the Owner Chose Port Republic:
Beautiful sunrises and panoramic bay views make this three-bedroom/two-bath (sleeps eight) beach house spectacular. It's located on Maryland's western shore, just 45 minutes from Washington, DC. The area is rich in colonial history, as well as in fossils from the Miocene era. Enjoy miles of sandy shoreline, a 450-foot private pier, two-mile nature trail through deep woods, open recreational field, playground, and plenty of fabulous seafood restaurants. This is a magical place. I'm not sure there are words to describe the charm of our warm and inviting home on the bay. The views from every room are simply breathtaking! You'll truly feel like you are on a ship overlooking a vast body of water. The view is constantly changing -- either due to weather, or by the large variety of boats and birds. The house itself has 'yesteryear' charm combined with today's modern conveniences. It has a wrap-around porch that now includes the kitchen where your views are simply magnificent.
Contact us
- Primary: +1 703 623-0463
Links to more information:
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Photos
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Magical Chesapeake Bay Front Home
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Front Deck
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Kitchen
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Living Room
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Sun room off of Kitchen and Living room, wall to wall glass,breathtaking views
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Trundle bed which opens to two twins in upstairs great room
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Upstairs great room, sofa converts to a queen size bed
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Master Bedroom, What a view
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View from mater bath shower
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View of our expanded beach, you can walk for miles
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Fossils Galore
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36" Rock caught off our pier
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Chesapeake Rainbows are such atreat
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Entrance Hall
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Perfect buffet table with granite, and our hiding place for the washer and dryer
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Amazing views from every window in the sun room
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Dining room off of Sun Room and Living Room, amazing views of bay and stone FP.
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Upstairs great room
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Upstairs great room, sofa opens to queen size bed
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Master Bath- 8 foot picture window of the bay
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Morning Sunrise
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You will love fishing and crabing off our pier
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Night sky
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You will love your pier
