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Sunset Lodge on the Bay

Family-friendly beachfront vacation home with free WiFi

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Property grounds
Outdoor banquet area
Interior
On the beach
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms4 bathrooms5000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Rock Hall, MD
  • Place, The Mainstay
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Rock Hall Harbor
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Baltimore, MD (BWI-Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall)
    ‪113 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Rock Hall

On the beach.Within a 5-minute walk of this Rock Hall vacation home, you'll find Chesapeake Bay and Northern Chesapeake Bay. The Mainstay and Rock Hall Harbor are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • The Mainstay - 5 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Rock Hall Harbor - 6 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge - 6 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Waterman’s Museum - 7 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Ferry Park - 8 min drive - 5.2 miles

Getting around

  • Baltimore, MD (MTN-Martin State) - 129 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ford's Seafood - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Waterman's Crab House - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Harbor Shack - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Blue Heron Oyster House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Java Rock - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Sunset Lodge on the Bay

A waterfront estate set apart from the rest, offering something unique that’s hard to find on Maryland’s eastern shore. Sunset Lodge offers a refreshing new twist on how to vacation! We are a privately owned 58-acre estate located on the Chesapeake Bay offering a private beach, stunning waterfront views and picturesque sunsets every evening. This estate provides the ultimate tranquility and privacy that is hard to find. A long, secluded driveway leads the way to a large house sitting just yards from the water's edge.

This newly updated 5,000 square foot house has 7 large windows facing the bay, providing waterfront views from both ends of the house. There are 6 spacious bedrooms, including two master bedrooms. An open floorplan takes you from the kitchen and dining area to the living room and onto a spacious porch, extending the living space for entertainment or the ultimate place to relax. For entertainment the game room has a pool table, TV and board games. The bar room provides extra comfy seating for our guests, with a TV and views to die for. Other favorite past times are eating locally caught steamed crabs, taking walks along the beach, collecting sea glass, swimming in the bay, relaxing and watching the regattas pass by in front of a captivating sunset.

The town of Rock Hall, known as the “Pearl of the Chesapeake”, made “Southern Livings” Best of the South Small Towns list. This historic waterman’s town, established in 1706, is an exceptional place to experience the bay for crabbing, fishing, hunting, bird watching and boating.

This private waterfront getaway on the Eastern Shore is only 3 miles from town where you can stroll Main Street, explore the unique shops, go on a self-guided waterman’s tour, enjoy the live entertainment, check out the Farmers and Artisans Market (in season) or bike to Eastern Neck Island National Wildlife Refuge, a birdwatchers delight and home to bald eagles and migratory birds..

Don’t miss this opportunity to experience something different, come be our guest.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 5,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

House fireplaces operational April 1-October 31. Outside firepit can be used year round.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed
Special Events are priced differently.Contact us

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
Note from host: Special Events are priced differently.Contact us
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: Special Events are priced differently.Contact us For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Sunset Lodge on the Bay to the airport?

This vacation home is 91.5 mi (129-min drive) away from the Baltimore, MD (MTN-Martin State) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Sunset Lodge on the Bay have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Sunset Lodge on the Bay to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Sunset Lodge on the Bay offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sunset Lodge on the Bay?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Sunset Lodge on the Bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Sunset Lodge on the Bay?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Sunset Lodge on the Bay have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Sunset Lodge on the Bay have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Sunset Lodge on the Bay to downtown Rock Hall?

This vacation home is 2.4 mi away from Rock Hall.

Sunset Lodge on the Bay Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Doug B.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Rock Hall paradise

We had an amazing week full of sun, sand and relaxation with our extended family. This house is the first vacation house big enough to fit the whole group (up to 10 adults) that had a table we could all sit down to eat at and a living space we could all relax in together. We’ve already booked the house again for next summer and are truly looking forward to our return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Annual Visit

Third year staying at Sunset Lodge, home has everything you could need. Location is very peaceful; family enjoyed their time relaxing on the bay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph G., Wilmington, DE USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Sunset Lodge

Beautiful secluded property on the Bay. We would make it our go-to selection whenever we visit the area. If you like peace and quiet with waterfront and sunsets, this is a great choice.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Reunion

This house and private beach was a perfect match for our family reunion that included children ages 2,4,6, and 8 !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elisse K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exceeded expectations

This house was simply amazing. It was somehow spacious and cozy all at the same time. There was ample seating for our large group both at the indoor dining table and the one on the covered porch. The pool table was a huge hit as was the porch for relaxing/bird watching and the beautiful, secluded beach. Everyone absolutely loved this place, we all agreed that it was even more impressive than the photos, and are already making plans to return next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Marriage Getaway

Rented the house for a place for my family (10 adults ans 3 children). House was amazing. Plenty of bedrooms, bathrooms and lounge areas for everyone to enjoy. If you didn't like what was on the TV, simply go to another room and turn on a different TV. We were supplied with a pool table, boxes of games, cards and our own private beach, including chairs. could not have found a better place to stay and within a couple of miles to town and the wedding.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing, idyllic property on the bay!

Our multigenerational families enjoyed a glorious Memorial Day weekend and big birthday celebration at Sunset Lodge. We can’t recommend it too highly for anyone looking for a private, spacious site right on the water. The kids, ages 4-10, spent most of the daylight hours swimming in the bay. Dinners on the screened in porch were delightful. Everything was as advertised. We all want to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect getaway

Had an amazing weekend just relaxing on the bay and enjoying this huge, very private house. Everything was as advertised. The sunsets are amazing. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful quiet property

House was clean, furnished well, and spacious. The screened-in porch was huge with a gorgeous view.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

It was perfect for our family, swimming every day in the Bay, large property for kids to run around. Property manager and owner easy to reach. Would recommend to anyone
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

We spent a week at this property with our adult children and their families including four children under age six. We all absolutely loved our time at Sunset Lodge. The house is incredibly spacious with plenty of room to congregate or to spread out. The bedrooms are large and extremely comfortable. The kitchen is spacious and it was easy for our crowd to cook and eat in. We loved the beach and spent long days there. The back porch is huge and a great viewing spot for the eagles that fly by. The property manager, Emily was easy to contact and very helpful. We are already talking about a return trip next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

We have been making an annual trip to Rock Hall for years, and this was our first time at Sunset Lodge, it won't be our last. The home is spacious and beautifully furnished. The view of the bay is spectacular, with beautiful sunsets. We enjoyed the large yard, playing lawn games, grilling and firepit. Grandson really loved the beach. Counting down the days until our return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra B.

Liked: Cleanliness

RELAXING

A very relaxing mini vacation. Spent most of time outside, fishing, reading, sun bathing, most relaxing vac. House was perfect. Very clean. Would not hesitate and would recommend to others to stay there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mariah E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent family vacation home

The property & sunsets were beautiful. We stayed in late November. We traveled to small towns to explore in the day and enjoyed family evenings on the porch and back lawn. We found sea glass on beach walks. Great space for multiple families of all age ranges. 2 bonus rooms were used for games.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pam L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Love this property!

We stayed at Sunset Lodge for 4 days and 3 nights with a group of our friends, 10 of us total. We loved everything about this property! The inside is beautifully furnished and the kitchen very well stocked. But oh . . . The view of the bay and the sunsets were outstanding! We sat by the fire pit every night and enjoyed the porch every morning. Took walks on the beach searching for sea glass and just enjoyed spending time relaxing and enjoying our surroundings. Meagan and Fred were super nice and welcoming. We all highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brinda C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Family Home and Location

We were a party of 13. This house was absolutely perfect for our needs. 3 couples had 3 king bed rooms. Then the kids filed in to different rooms and shared. Everyone had a bed to sleep on. Took my mom who was in a single bed rooming with her grandson. Only one king bedroom has an attached bathroom but there are plenty of bathrooms for all. The living area is spread out for all to enjoy together or to have some quiet time. The back yard is huge and I wish we could have brought our dog. I did see jellyfish in the bay but not a deterrant as it was so beautiful and peaceful and quiet. Had a great time on the wooden deck over the rocks to enjoy the sunset. Was very close to Rock Hall and the marina. We went fishing with Brody Pearch who showed us an excellent time and we caught our limit of sea bass. Went kayaking with Jim our personal guide as all of us went. REally enjoyed our short time spent in this area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Warren H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Sunsets!

Great location and amenities for a multi-generational family reunion. We rented kayaks locally and spent the week on the water, playing games on the large lawn, watching Osprey & Eagles, sunsets, fire pit… the screened in porch was perfect for the grandparents to enjoy and participate. Be aware that the towels & sheets are an additional request to the rental.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Delightful Retreat

Our extended family had a wonderful weekend. The house is very comfortably appointed and well taken care off. Meagan was available and helpful when needed. The private beach was a huge hit with the younger members of our party. When we weren’t on the beach we were on the gorgeous screened in porch. We visited the wildlife preserve and a couple area restaurants. The perfect getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family time

Great time & house met all our expectations; wonderful to sit outside in beautifully shaded yard; Had a great time watching nature (eagles, herons and other birds) Our only problem was AC out in afternoons; but host was very responsive to this issue and sent service people out to resolve issue; Little coffee shop in town was excellent as was dinner out at waterman’s crab house (recommend crab pretzel) Local pub was very friendly and generous with beverages
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie S., Maryland, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great with minor hiccups

Great property & had virtually everything we needed. The host is fantastic. 5 star rating deserved. Only negatives: outside grill was really dirty/rusty. The beach chairs need to be replaced & the A/C system could not keep up with the exceptionally high temperatures. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alison M., Montclair, NJ, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Family Getaway

The waterfront home on the Chesapeake Bay is a hidden gem! My family - ages 3 to 70 - had a wonderful stay here. First, let me say that the entrance to the property is a very long beautiful driveway that leads up to the most dramatic view of the Chesapeake Bay. It's gorgeous! The house was better than expected - a long ranch layout with a screened in porch that overlooks the bay. Big enough for our 4 families - 14 people total. Very clean and well maintained. The backyard is perfect for yard games and water toys. We had 4 toddlers running around back there and it was perfect. For the 2 teens in the group, there was great fishing and a game room with a pool table. There is also a small path in the backyard that leads down to your own private beach. It's unreal. The water was mostly calm with some small waves. We were able to swim, kayak and even walk out a bit and fish right in the water. We cooked dinners each night. The local grocery store is a few miles down the road, albeit a bit pricey. The few times we ventured out, we went to the marina - there are a couple of beach restaurants where we were able to sit outside and enjoy a drink. Harbor Shack was a fave. In the evening, we went for ice cream! One of the most special parts of this location is that it is a bald eagle sanctuary. I don't think I've ever seen birds of prey in the wild like this - it was a real treat! They would perch in the trees and then fly down and grab their lunch out of the bay. It was fun to watch. We loved this getaway and hope to be able to go back. If you're looking for a low key getaway and you book your vacation here, you won't be disappointed!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ankur G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Terrific place for a family gathering!

This was a great place for our group of 13, aged 5 to 86, that had gathered for four nights to honor an 80th birthday. The screened-in porch with a view of the bay was particularly popular with the group, and even had views of 4th of July fireworks across the water as well as a real lightning show during a storm one night. We also enjoyed the glider chair next to the lawn facing the bay, and the group made it out to the small private beach area that is best accessed through the trees to the right of the property while facing the bay. The kitchen was well-stocked, and there was more space both inside and outside the house than we had expected. There are three indoor leisure areas: one room with a pool table, one area with a bar set-up and lounging area, and a somewhat smaller seating area just off the kitchen/dining area. The bedrooms are in two wings, and are wells-tied. At least one has a sleep sofa that appears not to be counted in the total number of occupants but provides some flexibility in the rooming arrangements. The home is sizable, well-kept, and well-equipped. Meaghan was gracious in meeting our group when there was a bit of trouble with accessing the property at check-in time using the assigned entry code, and was helpful in providing recommendations for bakers, restaurants, etc. If you're traveling with elderly or disabled persons, note that there is no shower in any of the bathrooms, and the entire living area is on the second floor of the house (the first floor is a locked garage). you may wish to inquire. In terms of the surroundings, Rock Hall MD is a small town a few miles away, and Chestertown is slightly larger with more restaurants etc and about a 20 minutes drive.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Better than expected - checked a lot of boxes

Wow - the view - the view - the view! We had been searching for homes on a lake and this view was so much better. The second priceless characteristic was the HUGE screened in porch which could convert to a sunroom to protect from the wind. Additionally, the grassy area was perfect for the kids, we pulled the picnic tables out near the water for lunch and enjoyed the firepit at night. The inside was more spacious than expected, and the beds and furniture were high quality and very comfortable. The kitchen was stocked with quality items and the flooring was durable for kids. The beach area and the water access was another huge bonus, our kids even swam in October. Wish they had a kayak for use. Only downside was the quality of the shower fixtures - which was a small downside. Megan was very responsive, detailed and made us feel like family. I am sure I am forgetting things, but the bottom line is we highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful location, great layout, quiet town

The property on which this house is situation is incredibly beautiful - the perfect spot for a quiet, relaxing vacation! Our family found the layout of the house perfect for our needs. There were so many spaces in which to relax! The game room with pool table was a favorite of our teen boys, the sunroom was perfect for reading, sorting sea glass, and looking out over the bay, the luxurious plush leather furniture in the den was perfect for those of us who like to stay in the air conditioning, or gathering to watch the Olympics, and the spacious table was plenty of space for our family to eat together. The nearby town was adequate for picking up the essentials, but don't necessarily plan on finding everything you would need to prepare full meals for a large family for a week. It was fun to explore, and there are some great restaurants nearby. The beach is small, but there was LOTS of sea glass driftwood to be found, so if you like to hunt for treasures (as we do), this is a great spot. The only reason I gave 4 stars for the listing accuracy was that the one bathroom was in need of some maintenance (the subfloor was really soft from rotting, the shower door leaked, and the hall door wouldn't latch), but the owner assured me they were on the to-do list. All in all, I would recommend this place to a family group looking to get away to a quiet destination for some relaxing time near the water.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021