Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
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Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
BEACH WITHOUT THE BUSTLE
This condo is situated in the quiet town of Betterton and located just steps away from the largest and most beautiful beach on the Northern Chesapeake Bay. The condo has a large deck accessible from two nine foot sliding glass doors from both the family room and master bedroom. Enjoy true indoor/outdoor living with meals or drinks on the deck while watching the spectacular sunset over the water.
This nicely furnished and well appointed 2 bedroom 2 full bathroom condo has everything your dream vacation needs minus the hustle and bustle. Relax on the spacious deck and bbq while enjoying the water view looking North towards Turkey Point and Havre DeGrace. Enjoy a family day on the beach and feel free to use our beach chairs, rafts, and sand toys. Betterton is located just far enough North in the Bay to have a salinity low enough to keep the Jellyfish away. The beach has a lifeguard during the summer months.
Betterton is a quaint little town on the Chesapeake Bay located at the mouth of the Sassafrass River. It is the perfect destination for your family getaway where you can relax in tranquility far away from the crowds and traffic. Stroll down to the beach to catch the sunset or fish from the pier for the easy to catch giant blue cats and the occasional striper. You can even try crabbing from the dock (July 15th to November 1st). If you have a boat you may dock on the town pier for up to 72 hours or use the town boat launch. Boat trailers may be stored at Turners Creek Launch about 5 miles away. You will need a 3 day permit ($30) or a yearly permit that may be purchased at "Mollys" just up the road or ahead of time with a mail in form. https://www.kentcounty.com/recreation/paddling/launch-ramps
Families are welcome! We have a portable crib, booster seat and kiddie dishes. In town there are two parks each with a playground within walking distance for the kids. The park at the top of the hill has tennis and pickleball courts, basketball courts and a baseball field with public restrooms. There is an electric car charging station 2 blocks away.
Highly rated Marzellas, the local pizza shop delivers directly to the beach and has excellent pizza, cheese steaks, and subs with great tasting rolls and chopped steak imported all the way from "Philly"!
Historic Chestertown is only 20 minutes away through beautiful farm country. Enjoy shopping, walk along the Chester River boardwalk, coffee in the town square, or dine at one of its fine restaurants. On weekends there are free concerts and on Saturday morning there is a "not to be missed" farmers market.
Rock Hall is 30 minutes away and has a quaint main street with art vendors in the summertime, an ice cream shop, restaurants on the water and Crab Houses with a view. There are also fishing charters if you are looking to catch the big one.
Visit Hopkins Game Farm for a private hunt or for sporting clays. Lockbriar Farms has homemade ice cream, farm animals and old tractors for the kids to play on and a pumpkin patch in the fall. Crow Winery is just 15 minutes down the road. Visit the Sassafras Park for hiking and river views (5 miles away).
Historic Chesapeake City with shopping and restaurants is 30 minutes away with a nice drive crossing the drawbridge on the Sassafras river and the Bohemia River.
KITCHEN The kitchen is well-stocked with all of the items you will need to prepare your meals. There is a 12 cup coffee maker as well as a Keurig if you prefer. Sharp knives, non stick pans, big pasta pot and crab pot and electric tea kettle round out the kitchen. There is an electric grill on the deck (gas grills are not permitted). Plan to stock up on groceries and supplies before getting to town, the nearest full service groceries are 20 minutes away. You can find gas, and essentials at Molly's just 6 miles up the road.
MAIN BR The MBR has an ensuite bathroom and a sliding glass door to the deck with a water view. There is a queen bed and a roll-top desk if working remotely is part of the plan. The TV is 47 inches and has a ROKU adapter as well as a 6ft HDMI cord.
2ND BR The second bedroom has a queen bed and a bunk bed.. Access to the full bathroom with a tub/shower is located in the hallway. There is a folding double mattress that may be used for extra sleeping space if needed. Sheets and mattress are stored in the closet alongside the portable crib. The TV is a ROKU.
FAMILY ROOM The family room overlooks the 9ft slider and the water view. It has a couch and a love seat with a 50" ROKU TV that will allow you to access your streaming services. It is attached to a 6ft HDMI cord. So if you can watch it on your laptop you can watch it on the big screen. Of course there is high speed internet with excellent connectivity in the whole condo including the deck. There are puzzles and games for family game nights.
DECK The spacious deck has views of the water. There is a large table with seating for up to 6 people, two Adirondack chairs, and an electric grill.
BASEMENT- The basement has a separate entrance located right by the front door. The basement has a 7ft pool table for your family game night entertainment! There is also a full size washer and dryer, storage for all of the beach toys including chairs, umbrella, and inflatable rafts. There is enough space to store your bikes for exploring the beautiful country roads.
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Please respect our neighbors and observe quiet time after 10pm (quiet on the back deck after 9pm).
No smoking on the premises (includes back deck and front porch). No candles or open flames on the condo premises.
Important information
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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
About the area
Betterton
Located in Betterton, this condo is on the waterfront. Betterton Historic District and Historical Society of Kent County Maryland are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Larrabee Arts Center and Garfield Center for the Arts at the Prince Theater. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Betterton Beach, MD
What's nearby
Betterton Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Betterton Historic District - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Betterton Community Park - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
Christiana Mall - 60 min drive - 84.6 km
University of Delaware - 62 min drive - 81.7 km
Getting around
Perryville Station - 64 min drive
Baltimore, MD (MTN-Martin State) - 106 min drive
Restaurants
Marzella's By the Bay - 12 min walk
Legion Post 246 - 17 min walk
Barbara's on the Bay - 1 min walk
Clarks Country Store - 13 min drive
O'Brien Compound Maryland Edition - 15 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does BEACH WITHOUT THE BUSTLE have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at BEACH WITHOUT THE BUSTLE?
As of 8 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at BEACH WITHOUT THE BUSTLE on 2 Jun, 2026 start from S$261, 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 BEACH WITHOUT THE BUSTLE pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at BEACH WITHOUT THE BUSTLE?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at BEACH WITHOUT THE BUSTLE?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at BEACH WITHOUT THE BUSTLE?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is BEACH WITHOUT THE BUSTLE located?
This family-friendly Betterton condo building is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Betterton Beach and Betterton Historic District. Betterton Community Park is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) away.
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Beautiful and spotless and the most relaxing weekend I’ve/we had in quite some time . Will definitely be re booking this coming year for spring/summer get away
We had an amazing experience staying at this property! The condo was exactly as described—clean, comfortable, and beautifully maintained. The location was perfect, and everything we needed was readily available. The host is very responsive!
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The condo is everything we expected, clean, quiet, spacious, and comfortable. The beach and fishing pier are nice as well. The best part is the owner, Steven is prompt, accommodating, and kind. My son and I had a great time over the Labor Day weekend, we would recommend this condo wholeheartedly.
Just lovely! Wonderful family time. Had everything we needed. Very clean, quiet, and relaxing. Thank you so much to our hosts! We would love to return.
Beverly G.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May, 2023
Thank you Beverly for your review. We are glad you and your family enjoyed your stay and would love to have you back again soon!
We needed tranquility after returning from a deployment in the Mideast. All was perfect for my team and I.
Jennifer M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Oct, 2023
Hi Jennifer - Ihappy to hear that you enjoyed your stay and were able to rest and relax after your deployment. Thank you for the nice review and we hope to have you back again!
Jeannie & Steve
Lovely stay at this Betterton Beach property.
The convenience of having so many essentials at your finger tips helped make this a great stay. Providing towels, sheets, soap, paper products, spices, coffee and condiments along with beach gear is a great touch. The property has a lovely view of the bay. The location was convenient with easy access to the beach. Enjoyed staying at this comfortable home, found the decor intriguing. Owners were very responsive.
Catherine B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul, 2024
We are happy you enjoyed your stay and we hope to have you back again. Thank you! Jeannie and Steve
What a wonderful place for a relaxing and beautiful low key getaway with friends! The condo is well stocked, super clean, has a community pool and is just a short walk to the water. We spent 4 nights here and would love to come back! Highly recommend!! Betterton is a sweet retreat for a quiet vacation- very safe. The sunsets there are gorgeous. We enjoyed the community pool (had it all to ourselves!) - the pool is located behind the other set of condos above the marina. We shopped and ate in cute Chestertown (20 min drive) and enjoyed a nice dinner out at the restaurant at Kitty Knight Inn in Galen/Georgetown (20 min drive). Accommodations at the condo were comfortable, communication with owners was easy and we were surprised at how well stocked the condo was. Truly a wonderful trip!
Great experience overall... Very responsive prop manager. Beautiful property; spacious. Thoroughly clean and refreshing...fully equipped kitchen with condiments, delicious coffee and tea, paper goods. Great AC. Very comfortable beds. Bay view...about 1000 ft to beach. Be prepared to drive some distance for supplies, restaurants and entertainment. Bring a robe...no window coverings in main room or kitchen.
YVETTE W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Oct, 2022
Hello Yvette - we wanted to let you know we made some off season updates to the condo including adding window coverings in the family room and kitchen. Thanks for your feedback and we hope you will stay with us again! Jeannie & Steve
We stayed at Steve & Jeanie’s condo for part of the week in July and it was excellent. The communication from them was great and everything in the condo was spelled out and labeled. They provided cutlery, plates, cookware, cleaning supplies, basic toiletries, etc. It was a very well appointed property!
The town of Betterton consists mainly of the beachfront and the condo was very close by. We used some of the many beach toys they provided and everyone had a great time at the beach. The pool is also easy to get to but is a little bit of a walk. We ordered pizza and steaks from the pizza place and all was very good.
Overall a great property in a very quiet beach town! Great hosts and a great experience!
Sean M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug, 2023
Thank you for the very nice review Sean! We are very happy you and your family enjoyed your stay! Hope to have you back to stay at our condo again soon.
We had a fabulous week in Betterton at this property. The condo is very clean and comfortable. The decor made the place feel warm and relaxing - which is exactly what we hoped for. Its equipped with everything we needed - including sharp knives. Loved that we did not need to supply dish soap, etc. We enjoyed walking along the beach and exploring local small towns, winery, etc. We enjoyed many meals on the deck, loved that the master suite opened to the deck and that we could see the beach/water from the property. Steven was incredibly responsive (within 5-10 mins). But we had zero problems. I’d put this up as one of the most comfortable VRBO rentals we have ever stayed in. If you are looking for a place by the water away from the bustle - this is it. While we did not use the beach toys - there were plenty to make a family happy too!
Crystal S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun, 2023
Thank you Crystal for the review! We hope to be able to host you again soon.
The condo was nicely decorated and comfortable, Except for the bunkbeds. The bunkbeds are probably great for kids, but we had an adult sleeping in one of them and, Despite the wider width, The mattress was not comfortable for a heavier body. A massive amount of little bugs made sitting outside in the dark Difficult. Kitchen was very well equipped and bathrooms Were lovely. There is not much around Betterton Beach, except the beach, which is on the river. The compound had a pool, but it was not open during our stay, due to problems with the water quality. We did go to Annapolis one day, Rockhall, And Chestertown other days. But we did leave one day early as Two days on the beach seemed to be plenty And the pool was not open.
elaine k.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
About the host
Hosted by Steven Matsen
I am a recently retired school teacher and Jeannie works in Information Technology. We have two daughters, one is in Veterinary School and the other just finished her junior year of electrical engineering at the University of Maryland. All of us enjoy most things outdoors. Walking/running with the dogs, cycling on the road and the trails, skiing, gardening, boating and relaxing on the beach in Betterton.
Why they chose this property
Our older daughter went to Washington College in nearby Chestertown, Maryland. During her tenure there we took a day trip to Betterton. We had a great time and really enjoyed the little town and beautiful beach. A few years ago we purchased a boat and have spent many wonderful days on the vast and beautiful waterways of the Chesapeake Bay. While searching for a vacation home on the water, a condo in Betterton popped up and we remembered our visit to the beach with our daughter. We looked at the pictures and immediately fell in love with the place, so we bought it and made it our own. We hope you will enjoy Betterton Beach and the condo as much as we do!
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