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Ruby's Sea Glass Cottage near Betterton Beach

Family-friendly cottage in Betterton

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Private kitchen
The kitchen is stocked. We provide some spices, coffee, tea and condiments.
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Betterton, MD
  • Place, Betterton Community Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Betterton Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Ripken Stadium
  • Airport, Baltimore, MD (MTN-Martin State)
    ‪126 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

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

About this property

Ruby's Sea Glass Cottage near Betterton Beach

Have fun with the whole family at this cozy home in the center of Betterton, MD. You can walk to the beach to relax, find some sea glass or watch the sunset! The kids will enjoy the large park within walking distance while the adults enjoy a game of tennis or pickleball. This house has an adorable kitchen, three tranquil bedrooms, one amazing bathroom and three beautiful outdoor spaces to unwind. Bedroom #1 has two twin beds, bedroom #2 has a queen bed and bedroom #3 has a king bed. ALL BEDROOMS ARE ON THE SECOND FLOOR. The living room which is on the first floor has a sleeper sofa . The bathroom is also on the FIRST FLOOR. It has tile that resembles sea glass and heated floors! Besides the great location our cottage is known for the PORCHES! Enter the house through a screened porch on the first floor that is nice to enjoy in the evening. There is a covered porch/balcony upstairs which is great to sit on and read a book (you enter this porch from the queen bedroom). There is also an open deck in the fenced in back yard that has a gas grill (you enter the deck from the kitchen). There's also two parking spaces available. Kids items upon request. We have some beach supplies and sporting good equipment in the boxes next to the deck. We hope you come to Ruby’s Sea Glass Cottage and want to come again & again! *Furniture and decor may need to be replaced and can change from listing photos. *One night stays may be allowed by request. It is more likely to have this accepted in the off season.
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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Prior to your gathering get an approval from us.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Not required but appreciated: remove sheets from any beds that you used or leave them unmade.
Don’t forget to log out of Netflix;etc.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
The renter is responsible for their group and assumes responsibility for any damages. Do not use the fire pit in very dry or windy conditions.
Children must be supervised at all times. DO NOT ALLOW KIDS ON UPSTAIRS PORCH ALONE FOR SAFETY REASONS. Press in balcony door when locking.
Watch your head when going up/down the stairs and on/off the upstairs porch (there isn’t a lot of headroom). Stair treads are thin vs modern homes

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: Prior to your gathering get an approval from us.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Betterton

Betterton is home to this cottage. Kent Museum and Historical Society of Kent County Maryland are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Betterton Historic District and Concord Point Lighthouse. Travelling with kids? Consider Crumpton Auction and Havre de Grace Maritime Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Betterton, MD

What's nearby

  • Betterton Community Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Betterton Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Washington College - 24 min drive - 22.6 km
  • Mount Harmon Plantation - 48 min drive - 42.6 km
  • Bohemia Vista Marina - 53 min drive - 51.6 km

Getting around

  • Perryville Station - 69 min drive
  • Baltimore, MD (MTN-Martin State) - 106 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Legion Post 246 - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Marzella's By the Bay - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sassafras Chef - ‬42 min drive
  • ‪Molly Mason's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Stoltzfus Family Restaurant - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ruby's Sea Glass Cottage near Betterton Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ruby's Sea Glass Cottage near Betterton Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ruby's Sea Glass Cottage near Betterton Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ruby's Sea Glass Cottage near Betterton Beach located?

This family-friendly Betterton cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Betterton Community Park, Betterton Beach and Betterton Historic District. Main Beach and Hidden Lake 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. 29 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christin E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second stay at Ruby's Sea Glass Cottage and we loved it the second time as well! The house is meticulously detailed and cared for and the location is very sweet. Such a thoughtful place and host, we will book again next year for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maddie R.

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

Wonderful weekend

The property was in great condition and exactly as listed. We were there for four days and had a wonderful time
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elsie G.

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

Beach cottage

Beautiful house. Neighbors were friendly. Short walk to the beach. Highly recommended. Everything you need inside this charming beach cottage
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christin E.

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

Stay at Sea Glass

We stayed for just one night but wanted to stay longer! The house was impeccable, so cute, VERY clean and comfy. The backyard was great and shady and we had everything we needed. We will def stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

theresa s.

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

WASHINGTON COLLEGE Graduation- the perfect cottage getaway for ANY event at Washington College!

The perfect cottage getaway ! We recently had the pleasure of staying at Ruby's Sea Glass Cottage for the weekend and for Washington College Graduation and the celebration events . We can's say enough about all the good things there and about our experience ! The house is beautifully maintained, we found it to be exactly as described and even better in person! The property offers a nice deck and backyard , fire pit, BBQ , within walking distance from the beach and fishing .We were 15 minutes away from Washington College.This afforded us the flexibility to drive into Chestertown or stay in Betterton as that set the tone for a peaceful , relaxing pace for the weekend. Rob and Tanya were 5-Star hosts who thought of mostly everything to make our stay the very best it could be and to help us with any questions we had.We look forward to returning soon !
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rose W.

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

Multi-Generation Beach Trip

The cottage was beautiful! It looked even better in person than in the pictures. There was plenty of space for our party of 6. We really enjoyed the outdoor spaces, especially the upstairs balcony. The outdoor shower with sea glass was amazing! I also really liked having a dining table on the back patio right outside the kitchen for easy indoor/outdoor living. It was a short walk or even shorter walk to the beach, which made for a relaxed beach vacation. My kids loved the local playground which was also very close. Highly recommend to to those looking for a low key beach getaway on the bay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brett H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great and exactly as advertised. A few friends and I stayed in town as we did a mud run nearby. The heated bathroom floors were nice. Tanya was a great host and replied to any questions quickly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean and nicely maintained. I greatly appreciated having all of the linens and other supplies readily available. It made traveling so much easier. It was also so nice that they had children’s toys, bumpers, etc. available for travel with a little one. We really enjoyed the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best VRBO experience I’ve ever had! The cottage was impeccably clean, furnishings were well-appointed and practical (but still beautiful), it was very kid-friendly (ages 3-8) and just perfect for the quiet family vacation we were hoping for. The hosts were super helpful; we were really grateful for the gift card to Marzella’s (pizza on the beach!) and all the excellent recommendations. We enjoyed the farmers market in Chestertown too.We will absolutely be back! Thank you for everything!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

toast m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the house, it was neat & clean. We loved use of the porches. If we stay in the Fall we will use the fire pit. It’s a close walk to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin F.

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

Beautiful and comfy

Lovely home with caring touches. Comfy beds and sofas. Well thought out. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Carol B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, lovely, nice beach nearby, quiet. Great for family beach time.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kristin R.

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

Cute, cozy cottage

The cottage was neat, clean, cute and cozy. The heated bathroom floor was a wonderful bonus! However, there is zero privacy. It was fine during the day, although the neighbor my husband playing with our daughter in the backyard to start a conversation. He quickly realized that is the owner of the property. We planned to enjoy the outdoor porch upstairs and fire pit in the backyard, but the two houses were having a large get together of a sort with a dozen adults and many children going back and forth between the two houses right behind the cottage property, and riding around on golf carts. There was no way to enjoy a quiet family evening outdoors without being in the middle of their affairs. I wasn't even able to allow the cool night air in through the window when I went to bed at 11pm because of the noise of the host and their family. Quite disappointing for my Mother's Day evening.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophie M.

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

The Most Beautiful Place Ever!!!

So clean, so beautiful, the most wonderful beach themed cottage ever!!! The host was so kind to us and even left a present & game for the bride!!! 10000/10!!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darcy B.

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

Above and beyond

The house is comfortable and well appointed. You won’t need a thing but food. Very clean and welcoming!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jillian N.

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

Great place

The house was clean. Communication with the host was excellent. It was quiet and the walk to the beach was nice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jen B.

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

Sweet Cozy Cottage

The house is aptly named: it’s the perfect combo of function and aesthetics. We were in the area for an event at Washington College, and the house was conveniently located. We appreciated the binder supplied with recommendations for local activities and restaurants. Overall, it was an excellent stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha N.

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

Perfect weekend

Everything was fantastic!! Great communication with the host, easy check in and comfy details! We would book this property again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy S.

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

A nice little get away in the cold of winter

We were looking for a get away with our two grandchildren who were out of school for winter break. The cottage was perfect and so cute. Our granddaughter loved everything and said a sad goodbye to her room, the kitchen, the porch and the house. They enjoyed the games provided. Our grandson tried fishing on the pier but it was just too cold and windy. He asked to come back in the summer. The hot cocoa provided was just what we needed to warm up. We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank F.

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

great

it was wonderful 2necond time their we will be their next year again
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Camp S.

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

Thanksgiving Cottage!

Very thoughtfully appointed and super cozy cottage that's a 5 min walk to the water. Exactly what we expected and more.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

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

Wonderful respite from college life!

We visited our son at a family weekend at Washington College. We wanted to be in a rental for more room and to be able to relax. Ruby's was immaculate, comfortable and they thought of everythiperfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Very nice stay!!

Very pleased with the house and the things provided. It makes for a stress free and very enjoyable trip!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

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

A True Gem

We had a lovely weekend stay at Ruby’s sea glass cottage. It is newly renovated, completely outfitted with every amenity you could want or need, and walking distance to the beach and park. We enjoyed playing pickleball on the park’s courts and riding bicycles, grilling out and eating on the back porch, and sleeping in the comfortable beds! We were even entertained on the rainy morning as we played games and worked puzzles that the owner has on hand. A fantastic home that we heartily recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

FRANK F.

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

Perfect Stay

The property is beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Tanya Hutcheson

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I grew up in Betterton & love Betterton!

Why they chose this property

We named our little white cottage Ruby's Sea Glass Cottage after our little white dog we had named Ruby. I have also loved to search for sea glass on Betterton Beach for years.

What makes this property unique

This house is so charming and cozy! It is very unique and we think the porches are something you’ll enjoy!

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