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Life is better at the RIVER!--Cozy waterfront cottage

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A garden with a wooden fence, a potted plant, and a wooden table.
A two-story house with a front porch, a red door, and a chimney.
A neatly made bed with floral pillows, two bedside lamps, and a bedside table with a tissue box.
A bedroom with a bed, pillows, a nightstand, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.
A bedroom with a window covered by blinds, a bed with white bedding, and a framed picture on the wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Porch or lanai
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Galena, MD
  • Place, Toal Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Galena Town Hall
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Galena Town Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, DE (ILG-New Castle)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Downstairs

1 Queen Bed

Upper Left

1 Queen Bed

Upper right

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Galena

Located in Galena, this cottage is on a river. Middletown Historic District and Betterton Historic District are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Chesapeake Bay and Old Bohemia Wildlife Management Area. With kayaking, power boating and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Galena, MD

What's nearby

  • Toal Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Galena Town Hall - 8 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Galena Town Park - 8 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Sassafras Harbor Marina - 11 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Skipjack Cove Yachting Resort - 12 min drive - 10.7 km

Getting around

  • Perryville Station - 57 min drive
  • Wilmington, DE (ILG-New Castle) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Royal Farms - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Fish Whistle at the Granary - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kitty Knight Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Granary - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Full Moon Saloon - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Life is better at the RIVER!--Cozy waterfront cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Life is better at the RIVER!--Cozy waterfront cottage?

As of 25 Oct, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Life is better at the RIVER!--Cozy waterfront cottage on 25 Apr, 2027 start from S$740, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Life is better at the RIVER!--Cozy waterfront cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Life is better at the RIVER!--Cozy waterfront cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Life is better at the RIVER!--Cozy waterfront cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Life is better at the RIVER!--Cozy waterfront cottage located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Galena Town Hall, Galena Town Park and Toal Park. Sassafras Harbor Marina and Granary Marina are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 119 out of 122 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 122 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 122 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 122 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 122 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, comfortable cottage with great view of the river(with a short walk).
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug, 2026
Thank you, Dorrie. We hope you found rest and respite on the Eastern Shore. Suzanne
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfect place to retreat. The house are genuinely loving, and it shows in every detail about the cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house itself was very clean. I feel that the outside of the property could have been kept nicer. The location was great. The host was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Sassafras Cottage was just what our family was looking for! Our host made sure we felt welcomed and had everything we needed throughout our stay. It was clear when we arrived that the cottage is well cared for and beautifully maintained.Our favorite part was watching the sunset from the boathouse rooftop and seeing all the deer nearby. Having the dock available for our boat was also a huge plus. We had a wonderful stay and will definitely be back in the future. We highly recommend the Sassafras Cottage for a relaxing getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very kind and friendly hosts, everything is clean and beautiful and I would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was clean and had e erything you need. The view of the river was amazing as well. I broke my foot prior to ariving and the hosts let us borrow a wheelchair to make our stay more convenient. They were both very nice. We will definitely co.e back again after my foot heals so I can fully enjoy the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean and homely. The neighborhood was peaceful and quiet. We had no complaints whatsoever.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great, friendly, quiet, relaxing cottage.

Great experience, friendly host with tons of hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Dec, 2022
I am thrilled you experienced the quiet and relaxation at our cottage. The river is the foundation of our gift to guests and we are so pleased to share it. Fondly, Suzanne
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely river stay

A very nice stay, from the very kind and friendly hosts, to the cosy accomodation and facilities at the river, everything was quaint and serene.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Sept, 2022
Thank you, Gert, for your kind words. It is hard to beat the hospitality of the Sassafras. We are so happy that the accommodations of the cottage met your expectations. Suzanne
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for us to stay

Great place for us to stay when visiting the in-laws. Only complaint, the bed downstairs way too firm.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug, 2022
So glad your experience was a good one. Sorry about the mattress :-) Suzanne
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great, peaceful stay

Really enjoyed the leisurely mornings and evenings along the waterfront! House was well stocked and beds were quite comfortable. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May, 2022
Joe, Thanks for your review. It is hard to beat the beauty of the river at any time, but we agree that mornings and evenings are special. Thank you for staying with us and hope you will consider another time in the future. Gratefully, Suzi
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely beautiful view of the Sassafrass

We really appreciated access to the kayaks and proximity to beautiful places on te Eastern Shore.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug, 2022
Thank you for your lovely review. We are happy that you were situated such that you enjoyed the proximity to additional locations of interest. We hope you will consider us for another 'landing place' on the Shore. Suzanne
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Very clean, very friendly, super easy to work with. Great sitting area above the water to just hang out and relax.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct, 2023
Thanks, Bret. We love hosting and are glad you found the best spot in town...the boathouse. Please consider returning to us in the future. Suzanne
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Weekend

The property and hosts were absolutely amazing! Everything we needed and wanted for a weekend peaceful escape.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct, 2023
We are happy to know we met your expectations. You were delightful!! We do love hosting guests and hope you will return in the future. Suzanne
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome experience

great place to stay, would do it again. Loved working with the owners.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug, 2022
Thank you so much for the lovely compliment about our cottage. Hope to see your name pop up in the future. We would love to host you again. Suzanne
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent property

This was the second year in a row staying at this property and we had a great time. Very peaceful and relaxing with a lot of activities in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Sept, 2022
What a lovely review. It humbles us that the hospitality of the Sassafras is welcomed. We looked so forward to being with you again. Glad the space brought you peace and relaxation. Hope to see you once again. Suzanne
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts were kind and attentive. The cottage is as described. Very comfortable experience. Only wish it was warmer and that I could have taken advantage of the river access.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute A-frame house on the river.

Comfortable stay with excellent hosts. Nice retreat for a weekend. Quick drive from Philadelphia, so a nice getaway from the city. Go relax on the river!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful little cottage

It was very nice staying there. We enjoyed our time there. It was nice getting to know you and please tell Dru and Maryann we said hi.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul, 2023
Thank you for your time with us on the river. What a lovely way to touch base with dear friends and have a base by the water. I will certainly see that Andrew and Marianne know we had the pleasure of hosting you. Suzanne
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

GREAT Little Cottage

Great little place to stay. Views from dock and deck fantastic. Fire pit was wonderful. A wonderful place to get away and relax. Full kitchen a real plus
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr, 2021
So sorry that this response for your kind words is so tardy. Thank you!! We hope you will be able to stay with us again. Suzanne
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cottage with many peaceful nooks outside. Comfortable for 5.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Attentive host. Great cottage, very comfortable. The view! What a gem, wish we had more time there. Sitting on the deck over the boat house, we saw three eagles soaring above.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Eastern shore getaway

We had so much fun during our stay. Suzanne and Gene were so friendly and the girls meeting little River made their day! Beautiful view and the house was incredibly clean and inviting.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept, 2022
Thank you, Jennifer, for your kind words. We so enjoy hosting on our property and it makes us smile when a family has fun!! We would love to welcome your wonderful family back for another outing. Suzanne
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute

We had a very nice stay. Owners are wonderful and property is beautiful and secluded. House was clean and comfortable!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug, 2022
Thank you, Amanda, for your lovely review. I am too tardy in responding, but no less appreciative of your kind words. We hope you will consider returning to us in the future. Suzanne
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