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Premier St. Michaels Cottage - T. Blades House - Walk to Everything in Town

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Front and side view of Blades House from Locust St.
Town Park and harbor view 1/2 block from house. Farmer's market in park on Sat.
Rear of house with Screened Porch and Patio great for barbecuing!
Large screened porch with ceiling fan allows outdoor dining and relaxing.
Living Room with working fireplace-very cozy on fall and winter evenings!

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 51400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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St Michaels, MD
  • Place, St. Michaels Marina
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Michaels Winery
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Easton, MD (ESN-Easton - Newnam)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Child Bed

Convertible bed(s)

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Premier St. Michaels Cottage - T. Blades House - Walk to Everything in Town

The truly special and recently restored historic Thomas Blades House is centrally located in the Historic District of St. Michaels, a few steps from the Town Park with magnificent waterviews. It is a 2 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom vacation cottage. Rates vary by season, and whether stay is weeknight or weekend. Stays of a week or longer are discounted, as are "last minute" bookings.

Museums, shops (including grocery stores and a drug store), restaurants, churches, parks, tennis courts, Town pool. library, the weekly farmer's market, and other attractions are within walking distance of the house!

The house is very comfortable and beautifully decorated with period and reproduction furniture. Perfectly suited for a small family or one or two couples. The house is also an ideal romantic getaway for a couple. The large family room and big back porch create an ideal environment for relaxing!

The house was built around 1850 by Thomas Blades, a young sailor.

The first floor of the original portion of the Blades House includes a LIVING ROOM and a DINING ROOM. To the rear of the original house on the first floor is a KITCHEN area connected to a large wood paneled FAMILY ROOM. There is a half bath off of the family room.The rear of the family room opens up by French doors to a large outdoor PORCH with ceiling fan and dining area. There is a deck to the rear of the porch for outdoor grilling.

The second floor of the original portion of the Blades house includes a large BEDROOM with a queen size bed and an antique child's bed (cot size). The second floor to the rear of the house contains the large MASTER BEDROOM with a king size bed. Off of a hall between the two bedrooms is the master bathroom.

An additional cottage and large waterfront house are also available for rent.


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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 20 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

About the neighborhood

St. Michaels

Downtown St. Michaels, a neighborhood in St. Michaels, is home to this cottage. St. Michaels Museum and Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at St. Michaels Marina and Higgins Yacht Yard and Marina. Traveling with kids? Consider Easton Cycle and Sport and Phillips Wharf Environmental Center. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • St. Michaels Marina - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • St. Michaels Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • 1879 Hooper Straight Lighthouse - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • St. Michaels Winery - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Cambridge Station - 34 min drive
  • Easton, MD (ESN-Easton - Newnam) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stars - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Crab Claw - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Carpenter Street Saloon - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Foxy's Harbor Grille - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪t at The General Store - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Premier St. Michaels Cottage - T. Blades House - Walk to Everything in Town have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Premier St. Michaels Cottage - T. Blades House - Walk to Everything in Town?

As of Mar 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Premier St. Michaels Cottage - T. Blades House - Walk to Everything in Town on Mar 25, 2026 start from $319, 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.

Is Premier St. Michaels Cottage - T. Blades House - Walk to Everything in Town pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Premier St. Michaels Cottage - T. Blades House - Walk to Everything in Town?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Premier St. Michaels Cottage - T. Blades House - Walk to Everything in Town?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Premier St. Michaels Cottage - T. Blades House - Walk to Everything in Town located?

Located in Downtown St. Michaels, this family-friendly St. Michaels cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Muskrat Park, Saint Marys Square, and St. Michaels Marina. Higgins Yacht Yard and Marina and Saint Marys Square Museum are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 147 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 147 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 147 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 147 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 147 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jody M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot for waking around the entire town. Centrally located to literally everything. Parked the car on Friday at noon and didn’t move it for three days.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

maggie k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is such a great house - perfect location. Very roomy and comfortable. The owner is super responsive as well. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nora L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for our stay, and we loved it. Very convenient location to downtown and the finish area of Historic Bridge Marathon. We appreciated the cleanliness of the house, lots of pillows, blankets towels - if needed. Beds were comfortable. Loved the history of 1850 T. Blade house. Although the furniture suited the era, a couple of pieces should be replaced or restored. I saw previous reviews for concerns of floorboard safety in upstairs bedroom, again realizing it's an 1850 house. It certainly is an old floor with imperfections, but it is safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A lovely cottage to stay in. Lots of old world charm and location is unbeatable when want to stay in St. Michaels
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn B.

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

Great stay

Great location and house with a lot of history. Easy parking!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne S.

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

Charming House, Great Location

We loved this house, it was perfect for exploring town and as a base for things further afield. Comfortable, thoughtfully and well stocked with lots of charm.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amh S.

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

Classic St Michels property

Perfect place to stay for a cousins reunion, Central location to all the shops and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

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

Good things come in small packages

The seemingly small cottage was deceptively large and well appointed on the inside. We also have a historic home so we loved the mix of original and contemporary additions. The screened in porch was especially delightful on a warm summer night. The location couldn’t be beat. Very pleased with all aspects!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea C.

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

Didn’t use our car for 3 days!

My husband and two dogs and I really enjoyed staying at this property. Half the house seemed original and half an addition, and we appreciated staying in a part of history. We walked everywhere in town.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Eileen Q.

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

Beautiful trip location

Enjoyed the house and its location very much. So much better than staying in a hotel. Eating meals in the screened in porch was lovely - beautiful grounds & neighbors property was lovely too!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

L H.

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

Perfect

Had a wonderful time. This home was just perfect for us. Great location and charming. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian T.

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

Romantic getaway!

Fantastic location, cute romantic cottage. We had a wonderful time and would definitely go back to this cottage again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay at Thomas’s beautiful historic home in St. Michaels! The house itself is stunning—full of character, yet updated with all the modern comforts we needed. It was spacious, clean, and had everything we could ask for to make our trip enjoyable.The location couldn’t have been better, Just a block away from charming shops, fantastic restaurants, and cozy cafes. Our favorite spot was the gorgeous waterfront park, just steps away, where we loved sitting by the water, taking in the view, and watching the boats come in. It was the perfect way to relax!Thomas was a wonderful host who was responsive, helpful, and made sure we had a seamless experience. We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend this property to anyone visiting St. Michaels. Thank you for a fantastic getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

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

Perfect historic cottage

The Thomas Blades cottage is truly charming. We enjoyed our stay and found the house to be comfortable, clean, and in a perfect location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey B.

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

Great

We enjoyed the stay. Beautiful place. Right near the harbor because we came in by boat so only a short walk was very convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

TANYA D.

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

Awesone !!!

Wow! Property was great. Like steping back in time with all the amenities. Only 1 block from shops and restaurants. Just a few blocks to beautiful boats and park. Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

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

Sons wedding weekend

Great home and excellent location !
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Perry B.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Amazing town

It was comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Steps to the waterfront, enchanting historical home. Excellent restaurants and cafes nearby. Eastern shore biking along scenic routes.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

amy b.

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

Beautiful home & Great location

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. It was just a short walk to the water and to all of the shops & restaurants in town. Theo's and Limoncello are fantastic. We love historic homes and this one was absolutely beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

April D.

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

Cozy and Good Location

The house looked better than the pictures. It was very cozy and had everything we needed. It’s probably the best location for walking around town. Water pressure in the shower was decent, and the beds were comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack L.

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

Off season review

Fine stay pretty quiet off season
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arturo B.

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

Great location and very nice place

Great location and a lovely place to stay. It lacks a bit in terms of cooking, no oil or spices, but that is about the only problem that I found. Water pressure is fine, the beds are comfortable, the house is cozy and the communication is easy. This is a great option when staying in St M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Bob W.

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

Quaint style 1800’s restored house 1block from main street

Awesome decor, clean, and fully equipped home. Just 1 block walk to center of town with shops, bars, and restaurants. Nice screened in porch on a quiet backyard.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Thomas Byrne

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I purchased and restored the nearby Thomas Harrison House (VRBO 198445) in 1991. As my interest in the area grew, I purchased and restored the Thomas Blades House as well as the Washington Melson House (VRBO 359766) and John Bruff House (844888).

Why they chose this property

The proximity (walking distance) to the beautiful St Michaels harbor and to almost everything in Town, quiet street location, the architecture and the historic character of the house and area.

What makes this property unique

Walking distance to everything...harbor, shops, restaurants, museums, library, tennis courts, community pool etc. Large screened porch off of the family room. Very comfortable and relaxing home.

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