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Nancy’s Touch, A Waterfront Paradise!

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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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North East, MD
  • Place, Roachs Shore
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Delaware
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Wilmington Riverwalk
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, DE (ILG-New Castle)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Guest bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Master

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Nancy’s Touch, A Waterfront Paradise!

Nancy’s Touch, named after the amazing woman who developed and maintained the beautiful gardens, is situated in one of the best locations available on the northern end of the Chesapeake. From sunrise to sunset, the view of the juncture of the three rivers (the North East, Susquehanna, and Elk) that merge to create the Chesapeake Bay commands your attention. Soaring osprey, bald eagles, great blue heron and other waterfowl delight as well.

This one-acre property has been in the same family since the 1920’s, and we look forward to now sharing it with others. The one-story home features:
• large “river room” with an amazing view, sitting and informal dining area
• great room featuring a large congenial living space with TV
• formal dining area
• fully equipped kitchen
• laundry room with washer, dryer and pantry located off the kitchen
• large master bedroom with a queen size bed
• two additional bedrooms; one with a queen and one with twin beds
• all bedrooms have water views
• two baths
• game room complete with a pinball machine, foosball table, and baseball game
• outdoor deck, patio seating, and covered deck near waterfront
• lush lawn and garden areas directly accessible from the river room
• well behaved, mature dogs allowed for a nightly fee (Absolute limit is two dogs, and a full description will be required prior to approval); a large, fully fenced yard is available to them directly from the laundry room
• two single kayaks, two stand up paddle boards and life preservers
• recommend bringing water shoes, as the beach is rocky
• main entrance of home is wheelchair accessible; remainder of home is not ADA

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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 (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Mature dogs only. Not allowed on furniture.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

North East

Located in North East, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Elk Neck State Park and Rising Sun Pond Fish Management Area, while Upper Bay Museum and Milburn Stone Theater are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Elkton Golf and Batting Center and Plumpton Park Zoo. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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North East, MD

What's nearby

  • Roachs Shore - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • University of Delaware - 27 min drive - 37.1 km
  • Ripken Stadium - 27 min drive - 38.3 km
  • Christiana Mall - 29 min drive - 47.3 km
  • Wilmington Riverwalk - 37 min drive - 59.9 km

Getting around

  • Perryville Station - 21 min drive
  • Wilmington, DE (ILG-New Castle) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Peet's Coffee and Tea - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Royal Farms - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Nancy’s Touch, A Waterfront Paradise! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Nancy’s Touch, A Waterfront Paradise!?

As of 17 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nancy’s Touch, A Waterfront Paradise! on 8 Apr, 2026 start from S$480, 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 Nancy’s Touch, A Waterfront Paradise!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Nancy’s Touch, A Waterfront Paradise!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Nancy’s Touch, A Waterfront Paradise!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Nancy’s Touch, A Waterfront Paradise! located?

This family-friendly North East holiday home is located on the waterfront, 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Roachs Shore, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Chesapeake Bay and Northern Chesapeake Bay. Elk Neck State Park and Upper Bay Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 172 out of 174 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 174 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 174 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 174 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 174 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is such a beautiful home and property. It was a perfect spot for family games surrounded by an incredible view. The home is so well stocked, and the hosts are wonderful to interact with. We can’t wait to return in the summer when we can access the water!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

chad t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location and lovely home.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Celia E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was nicely appointed with very comfortable rooms and a wonderful ambiance. The kitchen was well stocked, which made it a pleasure to cook. All around it was a very lovely respite from the daily responsibilities of “real life”.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Natalie Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay! The house has everything you could possibly need and is very clean. The location right on the water is glorious!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alyson O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely fantastic. House wonderful. Views of the water beautiful.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rudolph C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was quaint, scenic, well maintained and in a great location with a breathtaking view of the bay. We had a wonderful time there, would definitely recommend it and would love to revisit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Denise M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our third stay and we lucked out with beautiful weather. We were outside the whole time we stayed. We invited our good friends who stayed for a night and they loved the place too. Our dog Moe also loves the fenced yard and our strolls around the beautiful garden. Thanks for sharing your home!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren P.

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

Amazing house

We stayed here as a staycation while we moved. It was a welcomed rest and relaxation spot. It has an amazing view, great space. I could definitely see ourselves staying there again… even though we are locals to the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely fantastic place to stay. When we walked in, it just felt so comfortable. The gardens are beautiful and we were able to see Eagles most every day. Communication was excellent.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely and relaxing. Even our excitable westie is calm. We spent our days just reading, stitching, playing in the side yard with our westies and visiting local restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pet-friendly property with so many outdoor areas to choose from. The fenced area for dogs is ample and completely enclosed - something we rarely find when searching for rentals.What a delight to see evidence of Nancy's love of gardening. Paths wend among planting beds, with benches for quiet contemplation.This is a home we will return to.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ellen M.

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

Excellent stay

This was our 2nd stay at Nancy's Touch and it was perfect. Although the weather wasn't great there are so many things to do at the house and in the area. The house has everything you need and is so comfortable and the views are amazing!! Already looking to book next year!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Amazing location and well-appointed home. Best VRBO stay to date.

Owners truly care for their home and guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nancy’s Touch is a gorgeous home set right on the water. Very secluded with a gated entry for security. The home and property are well maintained. We really enjoyed the beautiful gardens around the house. The house is tastefully decorated with comfortable furniture. We loved all the original paintings, many by the owner. The kitchen had absolutely everything we needed. We loved exploring the area with all the shops, antiques and fabulous food. The only negative we had was the pillows could use an upgrade. We were a group of senior ladies and we all want to comeback.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jo Ann W.

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

A place of serene beauty

Our stay was a delight! The house was truly a home away from home!
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judith W.

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

Perfect Property

The views alone are worth the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
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10/10 Excellent

John J.

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

Amazing property

We had a great stay. Going to try and stay there again next year. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

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

Amazing view

Just a great, quiet, cottage for our mini vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Buff J.

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

What a great place!

Fully stocked. Clean. Well maintained B-U-TEE-FULL property. Great, quite, private location close to anything you may need. The views are amazing. The hosts are great...
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

karen h.

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

Another wonderful stay at Nancy's Touch

Beautiful and relaxing. We enjoyed the house, the grounds and the water
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second stay at Nancy’s Touch. It’s a beautiful setting, right on the northern reaches of the Bay. You will notice speedboats of course, especially on weekends, but they are usually far off shore and quiet. You will also notice many shorebirds, geese, and osprey. One osprey landed on top of the whale weathervane you see in the picture on this site! The kitchen is well-stocked, and the propane grill was easy to use - and we used it quite a bit. There are restaurants in town, but on our second trip we decided to cook our own dinners, family style.
View of a corner of the house, from the bay side.
The Bay, with our family dog (mature dogs are allowed).
Sunset
Moonset - time for reflection…
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

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

3rd visit

We have been coming here for one week in the summer for three years. We love it here! This place has everything we want in a vacation home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Seth B.

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

Homey and inviting with an amazing view

The hosts have done a great job making it feel like you’re visiting family (if you like your family). Everything was very comfortable and the view is fantastic.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Jan W.

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

Family Get Together

This was a great Property, with a Great View. Wife & her sister, and 98yr old Mother really enjoyed it.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Brooke N.

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

Relaxing water front excursion

We enjoyed spending the day on the water ! The town of North East is lovely with shops and restaurants!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Christy Keating

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We are two sisters (Betsy and Barbara) whose family has owned this property since the 1920's. As a result we spent weekends and summers here throughout our childhoods, and love the memories we have of growing up there. When my parents retired they built the home you will be staying in. The house may have changed, but the magic of the place for us never has.

Why they chose this property

Our mother (Nancy) expressed the specific desire that we keep the property in the family, that we name it Nancy's Touch, and make it into a business that would allow others to enjoy the beauty of the property. Her touch is indeed throughout: from the beautiful gardens, to her artwork, to the antiques she and our dad collected over the years.
The special benefit of the plan is that we and our families can also continue to enjoy it at various times throughout the year, hopefully for many generations to come!

What makes this property unique

The home and property are the epitome of peace and quiet, with unequaled views - enough that many of you may not even feel motivated enough to explore the easily accessed town of North East with its charming shops and wonderful restaurants. If you do venture out you will find elsewhere on this site a long list of sights and activities within about an hour's drive.

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