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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Interior
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 15

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Chesapeake City, MD
  • Bohemia Vista Marina
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • C and D Canal Museum
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Elk Neck State Park
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Baltimore, MD (MTN-Martin State)
    ‪91 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Chesapeake City

On the beach.You'll find Two Rivers Yacht Basin and Bohemia Vista Marina within 2 miles (3 km) of this vacation home. Also, Bohemia Bay Yacht Harbour is within 2 miles (3 km) and Harbor View Community Park is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Bohemia Vista Marina - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Bohemia Bay Yacht Harbour - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Two Rivers Yacht Basin - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • C and D Canal Museum - 18 min drive - 9.4 miles
  • Elk Neck State Park - 51 min drive - 30.8 miles

Getting around

  • Newark Station - 35 min drive
  • Baltimore, MD (MTN-Martin State) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chesapeake Inn Restaurant & Marina - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Schaefer's Canal House - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Market Street Cafe - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Triton Bar & Grill - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Jojo's Diner - ‬13 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.

Exceptional River Front Family Retreat! - Dock, Private Beach & Bungalows

This Wonderful Waterfront Retreat is on The Elk River, just minutes from picturesque Chesapeake City. The 'River House' is a secluded sanctuary that offers inviting spacious living areas and two cozy bungalows. The Main House includes a great room with spectacular views of the Elk River and inter-coastal waterway, while two bungalows both offer more bedrooms and sun porches to enjoy the lovely breezes, views of the river and breathtaking sunsets. Enjoy the peacefulness of fishing from the dock or a beautiful day out on the magnificent river. Book Now, Serenity Awaits!

This is the perfect location for the multi family reunions, gatherings, and getaways. The ample grounds are ideal for wiffle ball, badminton, volleyball, horseshoes, and picnics. An intimate beach provides swimming, boating, and jet skiing, or just basking in the sun and napping in the hammock. There is excellent rock fish (striper) fishing or crabbing off the end of the 100 foot dock. In the evening, the kids can roast marshmallows in the fire pit and then pitch a tent and sleep under the stars. If you're looking for the perfect place for a guys weekend, a girls retreat, or a getaway for the whole family, you'll love the 'River House' !

Property manager

Dennis Manning

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 6 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

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 marina
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 26

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 15
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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. Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Exceptional River Front Family Retreat! - Dock, Private Beach & Bungalows to the airport?

This vacation home is 60.5 mi (77-min drive) away from the Baltimore, MD (MTN-Martin State) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Exceptional River Front Family Retreat! - Dock, Private Beach & Bungalows have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Exceptional River Front Family Retreat! - Dock, Private Beach & Bungalows to the beach?

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

Does Exceptional River Front Family Retreat! - Dock, Private Beach & Bungalows offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Exceptional River Front Family Retreat! - Dock, Private Beach & Bungalows ?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Exceptional River Front Family Retreat! - Dock, Private Beach & Bungalows ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Exceptional River Front Family Retreat! - Dock, Private Beach & Bungalows ?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Exceptional River Front Family Retreat! - Dock, Private Beach & Bungalows have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Exceptional River Front Family Retreat! - Dock, Private Beach & Bungalows have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Exceptional River Front Family Retreat! - Dock, Private Beach & Bungalows to downtown Chesapeake City?

This vacation home is 6.1 mi away from Chesapeake City.

Exceptional River Front Family Retreat! - Dock, Private Beach & Bungalows Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend in Maryland

Dennis and Carol,Our family had a great time, spent the weekend took boat out fishing, sat around fire pit in the evening, danced the night away in the great room, great property, just beautiful.The Smith Family
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exceptional Thanksgiving Gathering

We had an unforgettable stay at this property! The house and two bungalows exceeded all expectations. The entertainment/living room is massive—one of the largest I’ve ever seen—and offers incredible views of the river from almost every angle. Watching the sunrise and sunset through the large windows was absolutely breathtaking. The kitchen was impressively well-stocked, making meal prep a breeze. There are two dining areas: one table that seats ten and another that seats six, offering flexibility for both large gatherings and intimate meals. The master bedroom was a standout, with an incredibly comfortable mattress that felt like sleeping on a cloud. The other two bedrooms, with king and queen beds, were equally spacious and cozy. The bungalows were a nice touch, each offering a comfortable living area, a small kitchen (which we didn’t need), and a bathroom. The outdoor space is just as impressive, featuring a dock, a bench swing, a horseshoe pit, a basketball court, and scenic walking areas. It’s the perfect spot for relaxation and outdoor fun. The hosts were fantastic—always available, knowledgeable, and accommodating, making the entire experience seamless. Highly recommend this property for anyone looking for a peaceful retreat with top-notch amenities!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

leroy k.

Liked: Cleanliness

Impressed with cleanliness

The house is roomy and was clean and well stocked.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Couples Weekend Getaway

House was AMAZING and the location was very peaceful. A perfect place for our group of friends to gather and catch up. Dennis and his wife were the perfect hosts. We are already discussing a repeat visit.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kay C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Family Vacation Spot

Dennis’s property was everything we needed. We had plenty of room for our 14 people. The separate houses were nice to give the infants and their parents a place to retreat to. The older kids loved the great room with the juke box where they could look out for boats. The house was well stocked which made it perfect for preparing our Thanksgiving dinner! Thanks Dennis!!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

Family Vacation

The property was perfect for our group. We had 2 families (15 people) so the 3 different houses worked perfect for us. Dennis was very responsive when we had an issue with a water heater. the issue was fixed that day. The Brophy' Family
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Family Vacation

The property was wonderful! The three homes were extremely clean and well furnished. The owners, Dennis and Carol, checked in with us and were so kind. There is a sandy beach that the young ones could dig in the sand and a dock that we used for fishing. This was by far the best vacation rental we have ever had.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Grad Celebration

Beautiful property! The host was extremely accommodating. The listing details were spot on. My family enjoyed the weekend in this fantastic home. The views are breathtaking!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Trey H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home

Beautiful home, any issues were able to be proactively worked in with owner
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane T.

Liked: Cleanliness

On the waterfront

Fabulous view
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Wedding

Great place to gather family for wedding weekend! Relaxing, quiet atmosphere. Peaceful waterfront.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bob S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place.

House was clean plenty of amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kenny R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome property for a get away!

Great property and Dennis was awesome letting me know everything i needed when i checked in. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

kevin p.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful and relaxing vacation

Absolutely beautiful area with private beach and excellent floating and swimming fun. Awesome sunsets and plenty of room for outside games to be played . Lots of room inside and out for our big family of 15. Had great family dinners with the ease of the kitchen set up and dining areas. We were greeted by Dennis and Carol who answered our many questions 😊about the property. They are a very nice couple and checked in with a phone call mid week. This was a great quiet relaxing vacation with lots of family time. The fire-pit was excellent and fully stocked with all the wood we needed and we used it just about every night. Thank you Dennis and Carol for sharing your beautiful property with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jon W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great family place!

Could not have had a better time, nonstop fun on the dock, on the beach, and shooting hoops. Perfect layout for evening games, music and sunset watching. Dennis and Carol were great, look forward to using them again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place and location

This is a wonderful place and location. The house was well equipped . Dennis was very helpful. I would rent this place again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

kerry v.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good memories!

Fifteen family and significant others stayed and really enjoyed our stay! From fishing, floating on rafts to making s’mores ! Thank you For some great memories!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael K., Lincoln University, PA

Liked: Cleanliness

Good times had by all

Property was excellent and Dennis gave a an unexpected initial tour that was awesome. Great area for fishing and enjoying nature. Nice restaurants and a winery nearby. Just a perfect place to relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judith W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Gathering for out 50th anniversary

The houses and grounds are spectacular. There was room for all 14 of us to be together in the dining room or the living area and also room for people to gather in smaller groups - D&D in the Man Cave with appropriate decor, games in the den, Triple Solitaire on the kitchen table etc. We played and ate and fished and paddled. The house is well equipped with everything we needed from extra refrigeration, laundry facilities and kitchen equipment to fishing rods, and sports equipment. Everyone was happy and enjoyed being together. It was a memorable vacation and we are grateful to our wonderful hosts who made it all possible!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cyndy B., Chincoteague Island, VA

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous Vacation

We were super impressed by the size of all the bedrooms in the main house and the huge gathering places like the dining room, living room and bar room! The views are amazing, the beach and dock were favorite hangout places. The boat lift was excellent and allowed us to enjoy several trips per day with ease! The firepit is also wonderful and seats 12! The bungalow and man cave both with full kitchens allowed out group to spread out and really enjoy all the spaces. Thank you so much for a fantastic trip to celebrate the boys’ 25th!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Johanna V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lots of space and a beautiful property!

We had a great Memorial Day weekend!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property and owners in Chesapeake City

This property is truly special, right on the bay with amazing views and plenty of room for socializing. Having the extra cottages separate from the main house is also a big plus to give a larger group a little separation. The owners are also amazing, very accommodating and they want to make your stay memorable. I would recommend this property to anyone and everyone.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

amy b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Blevins family reunion Dec 2021

Amazing location, views, space....this is an amazing property that made our birthday/family reunion so comfortable for everyone. This house and property created much special memories that we will all go home to reflect on. The owners are wonderful 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peggy K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time spent with family

We had a great time at this lovely house! Dennis and Carol were very kind and gave us a tour of the property upon our arrival. The view was outstanding! So quiet and relaxing. Thank you Dennis and Carol for sharing your awesome home with us!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

peggy w.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our new annual large family vacation

My husband and I, our 5 children spouses and grandchildren rented this place for the first time after renting another property for the last 10 years. I was worried it wouldn't meet my family's expectations. The vote was unanimous, this will be our new vacation spot. The pictures don't do it justice. The room with the bar is right on the water. We were able to watch a lightning storm come in over the water while listening to the juke box with stupid sound speakers. The two additional guest houses were perfect for getting away from "too much family time". Again they were larger than the online pictures portray. We stopped cocktails while floating on one of the many floats provided and hung out on the private boardwalk overlooking the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021