Places to stay near Chesapeake Bay

Quiet Coastal Cottage Escape with Water Views

Want to get away? Come relax and escape in our updated bay view cottage. You'll enjoy stunning sunsets, warm surroundings, and all the amenities you could want in our cozy, peaceful cottage home. You'll find plenty of comfortable spots to relax, inside and out. Located on a quiet street, while still close to the small-town charm and offerings of North Beach, Chesapeake Beach, and Herrington Harbor. Walk along the bay, enjoy the local restaurants, and get ready to relax. Stay a week and save!

Hideaway on the Bay: Waterfront Vintage A Frame

The Hideaway on the Bay is a waterfront A frame where you can disconnect from the things that can wait so you can connect with the people who matter most. A place where kids fall in love with nature, and where old friends make new memories. The house is a 2 bed 1 bath 1974 flat top A Frame that sits on two acres on the outskirts of Lusby, MD—and a low traffic hour(ish) drive from the DMV. Enjoy the indoor fireplace, outdoor fire pit, swinging chairs, kayaks, canoe, fish, and catch crabs --

Modern Cabin w/ Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Creekside views

Escape to this beautifully remodeled guest cottage, designed for an unforgettable stay. Nestled in a serene 6.5-acre setting with private creek views, it's just minutes from shopping, breweries, and dining. Wake up to breathtaking scenery, unwind in a peaceful setting, and enjoy modern amenities. Relax by the fire pit or soak in the hot tub. Perfect for a romantic retreat or a fun-filled family getaway in the Historic Triangle. Unmatched comfort, charm, and relaxation—your perfect escape awaits!

Waterfront Guesthouse II on the Rappahannock

The “Beach House” is a guest cottage at Snug Harbor, a 2 acre private property overlooking the Rappahannock River and Chesapeake Bay. Perfect for a couple’s getaway, this well-appointed cottage has beautiful water views and includes access to our private beach & dock (with guest slip) with use of our paddle boards and kayaks. The cottage’s 1st floor features an open liv/din/kit area, full bath with large shower and a covered patio. The 2nd floor features a large loft bedroom with a queen bed.

Cass-N-Reel Luxury Houseboat

Kent Narrows Rentals Welcomes you aboard Cass-N-Reel! A 432sqft luxury getaway in the Kent Narrows. With 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, and a gorgeous covered rear facing deck; this is the ultimate couples retreat! 9 waterfront/waterview bars/restaurants within walking distance! Get a taste of what the eastern shore has to offer. Minutes from the Chesapeake Bay Bridge and a short drive to Annapolis, D.C., St. Michaels, and Ocean City. Come stay and live like a local! NO Fishing/Crabbing on property

Private romantic pet friendly waterfront cottage

On Virginia’s beautiful Eastern Shore, The Birdhouse at Windfall Farm is the ultimate romantic getaway. Just steps from Pungoteague Creek (a short boat ride to the Chesapeake Bay)on one side and a picturesque large stocked pond on the other, The Birdhouse is a charming 1 bedroom hideaway, with abundant wildlife, walking trails on our 62 acre working farm, kayaking, fishing, crabbing, and stargazing, all amid Nature’s beauty. Be our guest for an unforgettable time on Virginia’s Eastern Shore!

White Point Cottage -- Quiet Waterfront Getaway

Welcome to White Point Cottage on the beautiful Potomac — 90 minutes from Washington, DC, but a world away. The renovated 2 bedroom, 1 bath cottage sits on nearly an acre of south-facing waterfront property, affording a sense of privacy along with sunrise and sunset views. We’ve owned in the same neighborhood in St. Mary's County since 2005 and are eager to show guests why we love it here. More on IG @whitepointcottage, and be sure to visit our sister property, Water's Edge Cottage.

Waterfront Cottage Getaway Views/Kayaks/Fire Pit

A timeless cottage on a quiet property on the Rappahannock River with charming rose garden, relaxing pool, and quintessentially Virginia feel. Find us on IG @rosehilllcottagerappahannock! Explore nearby towns of Urbanna, White Stone, and Irvington, or stay close to home to enjoy sweeping views, waterfront adirondack chairs, and kayaks — perfect for a cocktail or coffee, or take a dip in the river or pool. With open living spaces and thoughtful decor, this is your waterfront retreat.

The Laughing King Retreat Honeymoon Island Cottage

Honeymoon Island Cottage is an adults-only lodging experience like no other. You and your guest will stay in a charming tiny farmhouse that is located just steps from the Chesapeake Bay on a USDA certified organic farm. Enjoy access to a private saltwater pool, private beach, Chesapeake Bay water access for boating, swimming, paddleboarding, fishing or just soaking, dig for clams, collect wild oysters, or just sit and marvel at the beauty. We look forward to welcoming you.

Peace Point - Waterfront, Secluded, Home w/hot tub

Take a break and unwind at this peaceful oasis. Very quiet, and secluded waterfront getaway is the perfect spot to relax with nature. House is located approximately 150 feet from the creeks edge providing amazing views. Located on a very quiet and unpopulated creek (no other houses) off the Chesapeake Bay, our home offers a scenic deck with hot tub, waterfront fire pit with seating for up to six people, private floating dock with kayaks to explore the scenic creek.

The Llama House

Located half-way between Mathews and Gloucester on the beautiful North River with views of the Mobjack Bay, New Point Comfort Lighthouse and Gloucester Point. The ideal spot for anyone needing to reconnect with someone, nature, or themselves. Enjoy fishing, crabbing, kayaking, playing corn hole, birdwatching, napping in a hammock, sipping wine, grilling out, amazing sunsets, listening to old records, playing the ukulele, and other simple pleasures of days gone by.

Adorable Waterfront Apartment Weekend Getaway

Bright & cheery 1 bedroom waterfront apartment nestled on the banks of the St. Mary's River. Amazing, dreamy views. It's a sweet spot to relax and enjoy a quiet get-away or launch a kayak, take a walk, enjoy great food cuisine. We sit next to St. Mary's College of MD and Historic St. Mary's City. You may see college sailing races, crew teams rowing, or the historic Maryland Dove sailing down the river. It's lovely here fall, winter, spring, summer! SUNSETS!