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2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 51400 sq ft
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air-conditioning
Explore the area
Saint Michaels, MD
St. Michaels Marina
Place, St. Michaels Marina
2 min walk
Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum
Place, Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum
5 min walk
St. Michaels Winery
Place, St. Michaels Winery
8 min walk
Easton, MD (ESN-Easton - Newnam)
Airport, Easton, MD (ESN-Easton - Newnam)
20 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Master bedroom
1 King Bed and 1 Crib
Second bedroom
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Toilet
Bathroom 3
Toilet
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
John Bruff Waterview Cottage - on Harbor and on Park - In Town St. Michaels!
The extraordinary fully restored historic John Bruff House, located on the Town park and harbor, has magnificent St. Michaels harbor and Miles River water views. The house is 2 bedroom cottage with plenty of living space and a rear screened porch. It is a short walk from all museums, parks, restaurants, churches and shops in St. Michaels. Rates vary by season, and whether stay is weeknight or weekend. Stays of a week or longer are discounted, as are "last minute" bookings.
The house was built around 1805 by wheelwright John Bruff who is believed to have constructed the magnificent mantel and paneled wall in the living room. The house was expanded, to include a family room and bedroom above it, and updated (including central HVAC, cable and wifi) in 2006.
The first floor of the original portion of the Bruff House includes a LIVING ROOM with original paneling, a DINING ROOM, and small DEN. To the rear of the original house on the first floor is a KITCHEN area connected to a large paneled FAMILY ROOM with a queen sleep sofa. To the rear of the kitchen is a screened PORCH facing a large backyard. There is a full bathroom on the first floor.
Up an original staircase (which is narrower and steeper than a modern staircase and which can create a mobility issue for some), on the second floor of the original portion of the Bruff House is a very large MASTER BEDROOM having a king size bed.
The second floor to the rear of the house (accessed via a separate modern code staircase) includes a SECOND BEDROOM with a queen size bed. There is a bathroom with sink and toilet in each bedroom.
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Dog must be up to date on meds incl flea and tick.
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No smoking indoors
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
St. Michaels
Downtown St. Michaels, a neighbourhood in St. Michaels, is home to this cottage. Chesapeake Bay and Muskrat Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum and Easton Cycle and Sport. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum - 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
The Crab Claw - 5 min walk
Foxy's Harbor Grille - 1 min walk
t at The General Store - 8 min drive
Carpenter Street Saloon - 3 min walk
Chesapeake Landing - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does John Bruff Waterview Cottage - on Harbor and on Park - In Town St. Michaels! have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at John Bruff Waterview Cottage - on Harbor and on Park - In Town St. Michaels!?
As of 18 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at John Bruff Waterview Cottage - on Harbor and on Park - In Town St. Michaels! on 2 Aug 2026 start from £253, 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 John Bruff Waterview Cottage - on Harbor and on Park - In Town St. Michaels! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at John Bruff Waterview Cottage - on Harbor and on Park - In Town St. Michaels!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at John Bruff Waterview Cottage - on Harbor and on Park - In Town St. Michaels!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at John Bruff Waterview Cottage - on Harbor and on Park - In Town St. Michaels!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is John Bruff Waterview Cottage - on Harbor and on Park - In Town St. Michaels! located?
Located in Downtown St. Michaels, this cottage is steps away from Muskrat Park, St. Michaels Marina and Higgins Yacht Yard and Marina. Saint Marys Square Museum and Saint Marys Square are also within 5 minutes.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Checking in was easy & the host was kind and readily available if needed. The location and uniqueness of this historic house couldn’t be beat. Thank you!
We love staying at the John Bruff house in St. Michaels. The location is great, right in the heart of town! Our family has been staying here for the past few years and we can’t wait to go back!!
We once again enjoyed our stay here. Perfect location to every where you’d want to go in St. Michael’s! Loved sitting out front looking at the water and park and enjoying music from our front yard. Highly recommend this cottage.
St Michaels is so charming and historic and so is the John Bluff house! Everything is in walking distance, beautiful view of the water and the perfect location to sit back and relax!
We again enjoyed our stay at your lovely home. Great location to everything in town and close to Oxford, Blackwater Refuge and Tilghman Island. Thank you for another nice stay!
The house is amazing. Owner has done a terrific renovation. A couple of issues: the stairs are the originals, evidently, and way too steep for seniors to safely navigate. And the master bedroom mattress really needs to be turned or maybe replaced. We struggled to get comfortable. But kitchen works well. Location is fantastic. There is a lot to recommend this property for the right renters.
If you want to be in a perfect location to town and beautiful water views John Bruff is your destination. Host is very quick to respond to all requests and this home is a fun step back in time . Property is appointed with circa 1800 furnishings. Each bedroom has toilet and sink . Full bath on main level. You will need to be able to climb stairs to access bedrooms. A great stay.
Our stay in St Michael's was wonderful. The location of this property could not be better. Close to marina, parks, restaurants, historic downtown and the maritime museum. We never needed to use our car! Tom is an excellent host.
The house was perfect with water views and a park across the street. Just blocks away to amazing stores and restaurants. Walked the dog all over the place. Relaxed on the screened-in-porch. Just a wonderful, relaxing, and delicious vosit
The house is in a fantastic spot in town, close see to a park, the water, and the shops and restaurants. We love the old house. The stairs to the bedroom are steep and narrow but we were totally fine with them.
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
About the host
Hosted by Thomas Byrne
I have been enjoying St. Michaels and restoring historic houses there since 1991.
Why they chose this property
I purchased this remarkable property because of the historic character of the house and the area, the wonderful yard, the remarkable harbor and river views, the location on the Town park and harbor, and the convenience (walking distance) to everything in St. Michaels. It is also adjacent to other houses I have restored.
What makes this property unique
The harbor and river views, the location on the Town park, the walking distance to everything in St. Michaels, the architecture and character, the history, the yard, all make this an extraordinary property.
Languages:
English
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