We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Petite Maerin on beautiful Smith Island . The cottage is a delight and wonderfully situated to take in the Chesapeake Bay sunsets , nicely decorated with comfortable beds . The instructions to get the ferry and return to Crisfield were easy to follow and it was a great start to relax. My 7 year old didn't tire of riding her bike while we walked and explored the island. So much rich history to take in about Smith Island. I couldn't recommend enough to order your meals from Sharon , she presented us with the most delicious crab cakes and sides I've ever experienced. The next night Sharon brought us seasoned steamed crabs and both she and her lovely husband Barry showed us how to pick them! It was a great meal and experience.

Cynthia's cottage is absolutely dreamy. I am pretty sure its the best accommodation on the island -- it's set off a bit from the main street so it's very private and overlooks the water which is a big plus. Neighborhood cat - Smoky - likes to hang around too, and he is super friendly :) We liked our stay very much!

Cindi's cottage is so cute and perfect for viewing fantastic sunsets. There is plenty of common space to hang out in. It's so quiet you can really relax. We followed her recommendation of asking Sharon to cook dinner. We have lived in Maryland a long time and we know good crabcakes, but Sharon's were without a doubt the best we've ever had. We also arranged for Sharon's husband to take us on a boat tour to Pelican Island (quite amazing!) and to view his crab shack. A great way to see the way Smith Islanders live.

This place is amazing. My research partner and I stayed her for a brainstorm retreat and had a very fun and easy time. We enjoyed the small but well designed space. The kayaking right off the dock was great and I loved the beaches and birds. People on the island were extremely friendly and helpful, especially when we forgot to bring beer. Cynthia was a fantastic host and will do everything to make sure you have the stay you want.

We really enjoyed our stay on Smith Island in the Petit Maerin. It is a very pleasant little place, in a good location on the island with a great view and nice breezes through the reeds. We were able to kayak off the shoreline just down the road from the house. Cynthia was very helpful with planning transportation and making sure we had what we needed. Highly recommended!

We had an amazing time at the cottage. It was the perfect escape for a few days, complete with nautical themed interior and vintage inspired appliances. Cynthia did a great job at communicating everything we needed to know and expect before leaving. Smith Island is a truly unique place filled with some very welcoming people. Paddling through the wildlife filled marshes and across the bay to the sandy beach for a swim, home-cooked meals delivered right to our door, and watching the sunset from the private dock were among the highlights of the trip!

Best place to stay on Smith Island! Cindy was very generous with her time and recommendations for a great getaway. Sharon's crab cakes are a "must" ...we are still talking about them! We kayaked for hours and explored many of the canals and islands. Loved meeting the locals and biking the island. Sunsets are breathtaking and the peace and quiet is renewing! The Petite Maerin is a gem ...a restored shanty that is historic and beautifully decorated! Very private at the end of the road with a dock to enjoy too. The bed linens were very nice quality and the cottage was very clean and bug free. Highly recommend and would ONLY stay there again!!

Smith Island is a true Maryland treasure. Cynthia's cottage gave my wife and I an authentic experience to life on the island. The crab cakes and smith island cake were terrific and the hospitality and kindness shown to us by everyone on the island made the trip more memorable.

Smith Island is a wonderful place to experience. Without the opportunity to spend several days at an AirBnB like Longbranch, I don't think someone can begin to appreciate what a treasure it is. The history, the close knit community, and the Waterman culture have shaped this unique treasure. Add to that a beautiful, comfortable, and well equipped home like this, and I only wish I could add an extra star or two. We arrived by boat, and I would suggest that having the freedom to ply the waters around the island enhances the experience greatly. This is a community that lives by and on the water. My only suggestion to guests is to bring along any goodies or special meal items. The local store was open from 9 till 3 and had plenty of essentials (and incredible crab cakes), but the selection was limited.

Duke was an exceptional host and went out of his way for our stay. We arrived to a chilled bottle of wine to celebrate our occasion. He was easy to get in touch with and helped coordinate a handful of activities for our stay - even calling the day before to ensure we had all the proper information we needed. His home is beautiful, perhaps the nicest on the island. We'd highly recommend staying at Duke's place. You won't be disappointed. p.s. Pick up and read the book, 'An Island Out of Time' during your stay. Wonderful read about the history of the island.

Duke was very welcoming and helpful.

Duke was awesome. He was in constant connect to answer any questions we had. He had steamed crabs ordered for us and a trip with Eddie Corbin to see the Pelican nesting grounds set up. The house is beautiful and relaxing. Duke was there to meet us at the dock when he got off the ferry and made us feel right at home. It was a perfect couple days of pure rest and relaxation. If you are looking for a place with a beach to lie on or tourist attractions, this is not the place to go though. If you are looking for an off the grid experience (house has modern amenities) and enjoy things such as fishing or canoeing/kayaking then this is perfect. The town is a very small, fishing community with golf cart pathways the residents use to get around.

Duke waited for us at the dock and walked us around town. It was super helpful that he gave us a call the day before our visit to make sure we'd get on time to the right boat. The house itself is fantastic. It is large, very comfortable, and nicely decorated with Smith-island artifacts. This is an absolute gem. We had a fantastic time kayaking around Smith island and lounging in the screened-in porch. Do bring some bug spray!

We had a really great time. The house is exactly as pictured, very comfortable, clean, relaxing and quiet. There is plenty of room and the house has everything you need. We felt right at home and wished we could stay longer. We thoroughly enjoyed the pleasant people, the delicious crab cakes and Smith Island cake, and the beautiful wetlands. We loved our tour to pelican island to see the roosting wildlife. Our host was very helpful and assisted us in making any arrangements that we needed.

My family and I loved Dwight's home in Tylerton.! From the house it's self, the family and friends that surrounded this home was amazing .! The ferry ride to the and from the main land was flawless and on time, even when my daughter needed antibiotics for her ear infection , the medicine was delivered by captain Larry.! Dukes house is about 50 yards from the Soft Crab processing shacks of Mr.Bill and his wife(I forget her name) but every day we would walk down and pick out FRESH Soft Shell crabs for our family to have for dinner and also purchase fresh picked crab meat from his wife..! It was awesome.! If you want to experience a "off the grid" place that has an amazing history and culture of how a couple of species of marine life could create hundreds of years of community and history this is the place for you. I have to say be ready to battle the black flies while hanging around the house .! We came prepared with our own brew of Amber Listerine-Skin So Soft and Citronella oil.. We also brought our own boat with us to enjoy tubing and fishing with our kids .. We will defiantly return to Tylerton to stay at Dukes home .!!

As we prepare to leave after our return visit to Smith Island, I wanted to express my family's respect and admiration: you see, there was a funeral for a town elder the day after we arrived. People came from near and far to pay their respects and the love they felt for him was very evident. We got a sense of what it was to be from the "Island." Although the "tides" were against us and we didn't get to go fishing this time, we still loved our too-brief stay and will definitely be back! As before, Duke was there to help us and going back to his place felt like visiting an old friend! We are gonna have to make sure we grab some MORE crab cakes and Smith Island Cake on our way out!

Amazing get away, really get away, lol. Islanders were super nice, and the bunnies were very sweet. TV was not big enough for group to watch. Kitchen was super stocked and a great place to cook and have meals together. Beds were extremely well appointed and super comfy. Be prepared to be off grid as cell service is spotty. The Smith Island cake totally lived up to the hype. Boat trip to Ewell was charming and we had a nice lunch and golf cart around the island.

Gretchen made awesome arrangements to ensure that the home was immaculate. She left handwritten notes to personally welcome me and provide hospitality directions and other insight to enhance my visit. The house is spectacular and on the waterfront. It was congruent with the description given and exceeded my expectations.

This is a wonderful spot on a special and unique island! I've been coming here for years and highly recommend. Very cute and comfy house.

We had a great stay at Gretchen's. It's a lovely home with a welcoming, fantastic community! Smith Island is an excellent place to get away and unplug for a few days. There are fewer things to see and do in the winter, but the people are terrific and go out of their way to make you feel welcomed. We definitely plan to return.

A very nice place to spend a calm and relaxed weekend. The house is extremely comfortable and with a stunning view and we found it clean and in perfect order. The village is friendly and welcoming after the first "cultural shock" of being away from it all, with neighbours eager to help and give advice, and in general happy to have a chat or tell us what's great of Smith Island and Tylerton. Overall, a nice and unexpected experience in an almost unknown corner of America.

Gretchen was warm and welcoming to our request to book and helped us line up some incredible support from the folks who live on the island. She connected us with Eddie Corbin who motored us into Ewell for a lunch at Bayside and some time at the museum. Eddie then took a couple of us into Virginia waters to see the pelican rookery. Amazing! I've never seen so many Pelicans in one place and they were actively breeding. Gretchen also hooked us up with Joan Corbin, Eddie's I few who made us a traditional smith island feast..the best cod I've ever had, twice baked stuffed potatos, corn bake and smith island cake...and oh, yeah...a bushel of crabs. Let me tell you about Pauline's house! Just beautiful! All the beds were super comfy with nice fluffy pillows. We comfortably slept 8 and could have had a few more. The kitchen had everything we needed. All the other rooms and outside furniture were perfect for our group. We were steps away from the dock and had two beautiful sunsets as we sat in the back yard. Oh...don't forget getting crab cakes at the Drum Point Market just steps from the front door. And look for the two male peacocks roaming the streets. Great fun! You should go to Smith Island and spend a few nights. Gretchen's "Pauline's House" is perfect for that. And make sure you talk with the people who live on the island. As beautiful as the island is, the people are even more so. And you will want to come back.

Great house on Smith Island, one of our favorite places! House is very roomy, very comfortable, and in a great location.

Everything was ready for us when we arrived. The air was on which was welcome. Beds were very comfortable, everything clean. The location a few steps from the market, and on the waterfront could not have been better. House had everything we need. The air conditioning in every room was a plus since it was very hot and humid. The people all were friendly and helpful. The only con while we were there was the aggressive flies. We understand that they are not always as bad as we experienced.

Amazing home, open and airy with spectacular master bedroom, filled with Laureen's art, big backyard for morning coffee or dinner, a block from water, quick walk to town. Yummy is a reasonable description. Laureen lives off-island but has friends who do necessary.

As I child I stayed in B&Bs across Europe. I remember many lovely trips really getting to be a part of the community and culture we were visiting. Laureen’s Smith Island Yummy Artist’s Retreat took those experiences to an entirely new level. The girlfriends and I were ready for an escape from the main land and everyday life. The pictures of the island and Laureen’s Retreat do not do them justice. The Retreat is representative of her art. I found myself sitting in one cozy spot after another and meditating on what was to be seen. Delicate stained glass filtered the island sunlight as it illuminated the space. From the colors on the walls to the things the cottage is filled with, I found myself both fascinated and soothed by the beauty surrounding me. And then I went outside. The community of Ewell on Smith Island is the friendliest I’ve encountered. Folks make eye contact, say hello, and, even, engage you in conversation if you are interested. I’d highly recommend you be interested. The island is rife with interesting characters. There aren’t many options for places to eat on the island. We brought our food with us on the ferry. However, ask Laureen to order some fresh picked crab meat or crabs and a Smith Island Cake. You will not find better anywhere! The island’s primary industry is crabbing. Expect to share the ferry with some of the tastiest passengers around, but watch out for the ferry captain. Otis is a bit of a joker. It makes for a merry experience. My biggest regrets were that our trip was too short and there is not a bug spray on Earth that will discourage the flies and mosquitos. Be prepared and pack clothing that will cover skin, because the bike ride through the marsh and along the shore line is worth battling the bugs. I’m pretty sure my visit to Laureen’s Retreat is the only time in my life I’ve been still and not gotten antsy about it. I find that pretty amazing, especially since there is pretty much no cell service on the island. There is wifi in the cottage, but I didn’t even have a desire to log on until we’d been there for a day or so. The place is so soothing. It was an opportunity to recharge. We will definitely return again. Thank you, Laureen and the Ewell community for such a welcoming experience.

Warm and wonderful! Loved the feather bed! Something interesting everywhere you look.

The whole visit to Smith Island was wonderful and smooth. We enjoyed meeting the locals, taking a boat tour, canoeing the flats, and resting at the retreat after a steamed crab feast. Laureen set us up with great info and answered all our questions promptly. Her place is probably the best rental option on the island and we highly recommended it for any traveller.

Wonderful house on a very original island, in particular the two beautiful decks and the canoe make it a real hidden gem. If you want a nice weekend away from everything, this is the place to go! Just bring bug spray, it is marshland.

We had a great time at this charming bungalow on Smith Island! Laureen was very accommodating and it was always easy to reach her about anything. This was my family's first time visiting Smith Island, so I was grateful for some of the tips shared (bring your own groceries! Plan your meals ahead of time!) Some of the things I loved about this house: -The bikes and canoe available were a great resource. We used these every day. -The personality and character of Laureen and her family were felt in their home! It's such a great experience to stay someplace with character and expression. It's one of my favorite things about airbnb; it feels like you are using a friend's place instead of being in a boring hotel room. -There are great porches/patios/decks here. One off the front door where we ate dinner, one off the back where we ate breakfast, and one upstairs where we watched sunsets and clouds. -Great shower! -There is a great collection of puzzles. We spent our evenings doing jigsaw puzzles and talking after putting the kid to bed. Bliss! -Plenty of toys and things for small children. The play kitchen was a big hit with my 4 year old. -There are lots of windows, wonderful stained glass panels and open space in the house so it feels very open and sunny. -There was a flock of ducks that would walk by the house every afternoon! Loved them! Things of note: -Like many homes, there were some projects that were in the middle of being worked on. Not a big deal, but we did find some loose nails on the porch and there are some stacks of tiles and whatnot in one of the bedrooms. -This place is best suited for a couple, a family, or a single person. There is no door on the downstairs bedroom, and the bathtub is in a common open area in the house (not the bathroom). To sum up, I would go back to Smith Island in a heartbeat and I would definitely want to stay at Laureen's place again. Thank you Laureen!

Laureen was a wonderful host. Her eclectic home is beautifully laid out for reading, games, and overall relaxing. We were looking for a place o spend our one year wedding anniversary completely "off the grid" and Smith Island and Laureen's home was the place to be for that! One of the things I loved most about this place is there was no TV (at Laureen's) and little to no cell phone reception on the Island. We spent the whole weekend reading, riding bikes, and canoeing and the home has everything needed for that. Laureen's amazing welcome letters outline everything you'll need to know. When she says its a "fully functioning home" she means it. We brought everything we thought we might need from olive oil to aluminum foil, but the house already had plenty of spices, coffee, etc., which was a great surprise, but you will definitely need to bring the main components of all your dishes as there really isn't a grocery store on the island. The home has a firepit in the back yard, but Smith Island is very buggy (at least for my husband who is a bug magnet), so we didn't get around to using it. Make sure take an opportunity to watch the sunrises/sets from her porches and the dock right down the street. We have already recommended this place to all of our friends and family looking to just get away from everything.

My husband, two young sons, and I stayed in Laureen's house on Smith Island for a weekend and it was a magical experience. Truly. If you haven't been to Smith Island - go - it is unique, beautiful, and the people are generous and kind. Laureen was a wonderful host and answered all of my pre-trip questions without hesitation. Once we arrived, the house was perfect - cozy and artistic. We thoroughly enjoyed exploring the island by bike and by canoe. Laureen put us in touch with a local family who we were able to buy a homemade Smith Island cake (the official dessert of Maryland) - delicious! It was a wonderful weekend and I am so grateful for Laureen's hospitality! Highly recommend!!

What a wonderful surprise and relief to arrive at James' place after the Friday summer shore traffic - the condo completely blew our expectations. My group of 8 was more than comfortable in this 3-BR; we were surprised to find 2 baths (great with a larger group), 3 bedrooms, 4 beds, plus a pull-out couch! The kitchen was well-stocked and we easily cooked for all of us the entire weekend. A half screened-in/half open double balcony was West-facing for excellent sunset views over the marina and ocean. The pool was a nice perk, open until 9 pm, as was the parking below the building. The complex was very quiet, but we only had friendly encounters with neighbors. The Food Lion, liquor store, and beer & wine distribution center up the road served all our needs. The town was small and quiet, so we really relied on each other for entertainment - not a problem for us! There wasn't too much to do except take a boat cruise or explore the nearby parks - a good time definitely hinges on having good or bad weather. Luckily we had good weather and were able to keep busy. This is definitely a fishing/boating town - not a relax on the beach kind of place. The nearby Wellington Beach was fine for what we needed it for, but the water was Bay-like, murky and shallow. I would definitely look into a boat rental next time. James was very responsive and accommodating throughout the booking and stay process. He made a directory of all the local businesses for our reference, and the condo was clean and organized. I would absolutely come back. Thanks, James!

My 5 friends and I loved our stay at James' condo! It is a very spacious and clean condo with great views of the marina. The kitchen is fully stocked and the condo in general had everything we needed for a 3 day weekend. James was very easy to communicate with before our stay (very responsive and helpful). Crisfield a great place for vacation if you're looking to get away from bustling cities--very quiet with a small town feel. The locals are very friendly too--one let us watch him and his son crab for over an hour and was happy to explain the process/share knowledge about crabbing with us. Although there are not any big beaches nearby, there are still opportunities to get in the water at the community Wellington beach and at Janes Island State Park.

James was able to accommodate me at the last minute notice. The check-in process was convenient with instructions on where to pick up the keys, etc. Positive experience: The rental apartment is spacious and airy. It overlooks the marina and has gorgeous sunset views. It easily accommodates 6 people, and maybe more if you are willing to crash on the couch. The kitchen has all the basic utensils to feed a small family. The beds are comfortable, with plenty of linens. Not-so-positive experience: Although the apartment appeared clean when we walked in, we spent the next 45 minutes chasing away about a dozen flies inside the living room and the kitchen. We found many more the next day and it turned out to be a bit annoying. The apartment water supply appears to be softened and feels a bit soapy when you shower. We wanted to check out the pool but it appeared a bit dirty so we skipped it. This is not a negative to the rental place, but the neighborhood seems a bit dilapidated and there is really nothing much to do unless you have a boat on the marina. We did not feel unsafe, however don't expect to plan any activities in the immediate neighborhood (unless, you're boarding a boat to Tangier or Smith Island). A final note: This was a family reunion and there were few elderly people in our party. It was brought to my attention (few days after the check-out) that a lid was found damaged/broken. The host charged me $10 towards replacement, which I agreed and obliged to pay. We packed all our trash in trash bags and left it inside the apartment. However, the host pointed out that there was a pot of rice left behind and he didn't seem happy about it. While I understand we may have overlooked cleaning that pot, we DO pay for cleaning as part our rental fees. We took very good care of his property and it is possible sometimes you may overlook something small since you are on vacation. I truly feel he could have been a little bit more accommodating considering the elderly folks in our party. It's suffice to say one time was enough for us.

Great condo. Could use some minor repairs. Lovely view. Would like to have more than 1 TV being there were 6 of us. Everything was clean and stocked. Would go back.

We had a 4 night stay in Crisfield .. The condo is as described very big, very comfortable with a gorgeous view. We swam in the pool each day .. lovely We enjoyed the area .. Had a boat trip to Tangier Island, a fun few hrs for lunch a whizz round on bikes, we went to Asseteague Island, the beach is vast & very pretty ... Saw the horses at a distance ! Overall a lovely relaxing few days. Thoroughly recommend this property.

The house was great, as always. Nice, comfy home that is in a quiet neighborhood and nice, small town feel. the beach in about 1/2 mile away, and the downtown is about 1/5 mile away. its all flat, so biking is a definite possibility. the library in Crisfield is very nice too, and under a mile away.

I'm really not sure how they do it. First, I'm staying for an extended period due to work int he area, and airbnb is such a nicer way to stay than hotels, especially when it starts to get into months. I'm gone one or two nights a week to go and se the family, and everytime i come back, the place is pristine. now i don't trash it, but i am very impressed at not just how clean it is, but how everything is laid out just so and nicely distributed. i.e. the cushions on the couch are always straightened, and the rug is always square. Now, i try not to leave a mess behind me, but still, I am always impressed when i walk in the door first thing that week.

As always, the house was impeccably clean. the location is great, under a mile from a great beach where the sunset over the bay is reliably awesome, and the town of Crisfield is quite nice and exudes that small town feel.

The House is rgeat, its cozy and comfortable. its in a slow neighborhood, 1/2 mile from the beach and less than a mile from the library. My little girl really liked hanging out at the library, they have a 3d printer there too, which is just cool to watch. Also, if you stay here, do yourself a favor and watch the sunset across the bay at the beach, just drive out, the setting is phenomenal.

The house was great, as always. The host knew that I was bring my family and left some beach toys we enjoyed at the beach on the bay that is less than a mile from the house. Sunsets over the bay there are beautiful.

The place was adorable. Any issues or questions were addresses promptly by Noah. He also recommended a great place to eat while chatting. The house was really quaint and clean. Everything you'd really need was in the kitchen. Noah and Carolyn were kind enough to leave some food there, which was wonderful. Bed was comfy! The town - everything closes at like 10 - except mcdonalds. But that's the point of going to a small town. The house is a mile from the pier, great location. Neighbors were not seen often, quiet neighborhood. Crisfield seems to have soil that ants love, but they're harmless. Small price to pay for a quiet town with kind people, right by the water. Will be visiting Noah and Carolyn's house again!

Noah met me when i showed up, he had expanded his guide to include some local knowledge i had asked about after my last stay, and encouraged any additional feedback. The house was clean as before and has a kitchen full of most everything you might need to cook with. They always stock some milk and eggs and have a small snacks tray to eat on with some random candy and fruit. I'll be staying again.

This cozy house had everything we could have needed and wanted. It was helpful to have a few things in the refrigerator when we arrived...thanks! The quiet neighborhood gave us a good nights sleep and the perfect base for exploring the area.

Troella is a great host with a fantastic home and a very tasty healthy Breakfast. I would recommend My Fair Lady Bed & Breakfast to anyone that is looking for an exceptional place to stay.

Nice room with private bathroom. Landlord is nice person. Give us nice breakfast also. Very nice house. Worth the price.

That was an experience like no other!!! Troella is a fantastic lady! Her place is gorgeous to say the least! I honestly do not know what to start this review with, as everything about that stay was absolutely amazing - from communication with Troella prior to arrival and during/past our stay, to the way Troella greets and treats her guests, gives great recommendations about places to visit/dine at, to the way she cooks and much more! She goes above and beyond for her guests - she offered us an upgrade to a spacious most beautiful room I have ever seen. I am always very particular about cleanness of rooms, and Troella's Victorian-style house, which is beautifully decorated by the lovely host, sparkles with cleanness and beauty. The way Troella cooks cannot be compared to anything - homemade food with fresh organic ingredients - I have never tasted anything better. Even though we were not supposed to get a breakfast with our reservation, Troella offered us an 11-course menu for no additional cost. After that she kindly offered to show us a few places we feared we would not be able to find on our own, which were way out of Troella's way, and despite being busy keeping the house so nice and clean in addition to other many great things she does, she drove with us 30 minutes away from her home just to make sure we knew where these places were. A huge bonus is how sweet and knowledgeable Troella is. She is considerate of every guest, gives personalized service to each person. I am overwhelmed with positive emotions after this weekend and regret to have stayed for only 1 night. But we are definitely coming back. If you plan a trip to VA, MD or anywhere in that area, I HIGHLY recommend that you stay at Troella's "My Fair Lady B&B", even if it's out of your way - there is nothing you will regret! I am starting to

The house was fully stocked, clean and inviting! Our hosts did a great job of providing info about the local and surrounding area and where to go for great food in town. We enjoyed the quiet, laid back neighborhood too! This is a wonderful location to get away from the hustle of life back home!

This was a wonderful, quiet neighborhood that is perfect to get away from the city. Kathleen and Dave are very welcoming and always made sure you're able to get in contact with them if you ever needed anything. They are very flexible when you check in and check out which helped make our trip go smooth. The house was spotless when we got there and very cozy. They had a bunch of fliers in the house about things to do and places to eat with a map on the fridge which made that aspect very easy. We had a great time there.

Had another wonderful and peaceful stay! So cozy!

Dave met me and showed me to the house. The house is very nice. He even had popcorn and some chocolate available with the tea and coffee on the table. The area is very nice, i took a walk and saw a WWII memorial a block over. it was very quite and comfortable. ample towels where available as well.

Dave and Kathleen's house is very comfortable and nicely decorated. It worked well for us. We were able to walk around Crisfield. We started our day with a crab omelet and then ventured on. There is a local beach, new library, State Park and museum. Boats leave daily to Tangier or Smith Island. We were given a lesson in crabbing our first evening in town. Crisfield is a small quiet town where it's possible to sit outside read and wave to the few people driving by. We had a great visit.

Kathleen and Dave have a cute bungalow in Crisfield which really suited our kayaking weekend plans. From the start, they were incredibly responsive to rental queries and follow-up questions. The property was neat and clean as can be. Kathleen and Dave were kind enough to have some basics and treats available for us too. (Super thoughtful!) Thanks so much to them both for sharing their lovely property with us.

What a great stay! A great cottage with lots of room, good wifi and everything I needed, and away from the hustle and bustle of the touristy sites. Dave and Kathleen were certainly SuperHosts, providing recommendations, both in town and for the full DelMarVa peninsula. They even arranged a lift-off from the Mid-Atlantic Spaceport while I was staying in Helen’s cottage – what more can you ask? If you have a cat allergy, you may want to know the cottage is free of them but there are many on site.

Plenty of space and very well furnished. Thoughtfully equipped. Large comfy beds. Quiet.

Dan was an excellent host -- easy communication and all necessary information was was posted and readily available. The pictures do not do justice Mimosa Cottage!!

Great location. Cozy, Clean, and Comfortable for the six of us. Dan was very helpful and promptly answered all of our questions. We had a wonderful family vacation. About Tangier Island: "Each place has its' own depth, character and spirit" The community of people on Tangier Island are welcoming, proud of their heritage, and are an example of what it means to live in true community.

Staying at Mimosa Cottage was the perfect way to enjoy beautiful Tangier Island. Dan's place has a stocked kitchen, comfortable, clean bedrooms, and is only a short walk to a pristine beach. My friends and I had a great weekend enjoying Tangier Island hospitality!

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We had a wonderful stay at the Mimosa cottage on Tangier Island. The accommodations were clean and inviting and it was really convenient to have kitchen access and wifi during our stay. We would absolutely stay here again on future trips to Tangier.

Dan's place was great! A+++ The people of Tangier were very welcoming and the house was everything that Dan said it would be. Very comfortable and inviting. Would certainly stay there again!

Clean, cosy, calm. Great place to go with kids. Dan was really helpful with information about the ferry. Would definitely return and recommend. thanks Dan. ;)

Dan called the day before we arrived to make sure all was good to go. Mimosa cottage was bigger than we expected and reasonably clean. Everything was there that you would need. Neighborhood was quiet and people on the island were quite friendly. Would surely stay at Mimosa again should we make a return visit.

Great house on a wonderful Island. Patsy is a dear and called me before the trip to make sure we were all set and to tell me about the island and give suggestions. The house is in good condition, has plenty of space, and has a/c in all the rooms. It's only a short distance to a wonderful beach with water that is surprisingly clear and warm for the Chesapeake. Great place to relax and get away from life.

The listing was accurate and the neighborhood was lovely. The whole island is actually the neighborhood because of its size and everyone was very nice and welcoming. The house was ready for us when we arrived and spacious enough for our 5 guests, although we could have have had a few more people - there were that many rooms and beds. Tangier is really a unique getaway and the beach was both beautiful, calm and mostly empty. A few things to keep in mind if you are staying the weekend: Bring water to drink! The tap water smelled like iron and wasn't tempting to drink. The ferry didn't mind that we had things to bring and there was plenty of room. Tangier has public purified water, however it was broken during our stay. The small shop has only liter bottles of water and they're expensive. Make a reservation for the ferry (we took the Sharon Kay III from Crisfield, MD). If you are leaving from Crisfield, you'll park your car in a public lot about 1.5 blocks from the dock. Obtain a parking permit for $5/night from either the police station or the tourist office. We liked the Sharon Kay III because it was only a 45 minute trip, compared to the larger cruises which took double the time for sightseeing. If you take those cruises I believe they have their own parking lots. Bring your own food. There's a Food Lion a mile or so before you get to the dock. If you want alcohol, you'll have to bring it with you as well - there's a liquor store between the Food Lion and the dock. The store on the island didn't have a great selection and was more expensive than the Food Lion. Rent a golf cart to take your luggage to and from the house. We were lucky with friendly neighbors that saw us confused on arrival and carrying too much luggage on departure and gave us a ride on their carts. We did rent a golf cart to take to the beach on our first day. Bring bug spray - there are flies on the beach (if the wind is right) and they were both annoying and painful bites. Patsy recommended Deep Woods Off and I didn't listen, but wish I would have! Tangier is really a neat place to visit. It's a small island where we met only kind people. It was a unique getaway.

In our stay at the Island Girl Getaway my friends and I immediately felt part of the community. Tangier Island is a special and beautiful place, and Patsy's lovely home made a great base from which to enjoy it.

We had 5 of us traveling to the island for a quick weekend getaway. We brought most of our own food and drink, but ate at Loraine's restaurant Saturday night and it was delicious. The crab is tasty! Patsy made every effort to make sure our trip to the island was smooth and easy. Being from DC, it was a bit of a trek to the island, but Patsy made sure we knew everything we needed to know. The house was beautiful and a quick bike ride from the beach. The horse flies were BRUTAL so make sure you bring extra bottles of bug spray. We ran out within a few hours, but luckily the general store had enough for us. We took a golf cart tour with Patsy's cousin, Sharron, and then she even offered to drop us off at the house. Best deal yet. We took the Chesapeake Breeze boat, and it was definitely the best option for us. There's no wifi and little phone service at the house, and that ended up being exactly what we needed for our island getaway. Overall, it was a really cool experience and such a gem in the middle of the bay.

The house was super cute, clean, and the view of the Bay spectacular!

I only have good things to say about Patsy and Doug. They are absolutely wonderful people, and made us feel extremely welcome in their beautiful home. It's a quaint place, with plenty of space for the five people we had staying there. The home is situated in a quiet corner of a quiet island, very close to the beach. We found it very well maintained and clean, with all the amenities we could possibly need--AC, plenty of stovetop space, and a big fridge for all the fresh crabs we bought and cooked up later. Patsy was always easy to reach and responded to all our inuqiries rapidly. Since she wasn't on the island when we arrived, she gave us the contact info for her housekeeper, who lives two doors down. This was extremely helpful when we needed to both find a place to buy fresh crabs and the pots to cook them in! Patsy's great advice about Tangier helped us make the most of our trip. This really is an incredible place--extremely relaxing. The beach is clean and beautiful, and the water is warm. Besides that, the food is extraordinary.

We had a lovely time on the island. The house was perfect. The island was very friendly and peaceful. Everything was lovely. Our only regret is that we only had one night. Don't forget the bug spray when you go though! The biting horse flies are intense!

Tangier Island is a very interesting place and Patsy's house was a great home base to explore it! The beach is close to the house and is lovely, the water and sunset were both great. The bug are intense, so be prepared. The whole island was very hot, as there is very little shade. You will definitely want to rent a golf cart to bring your stuff to the house and to explore. We brought most of our own food but went to the local restaurant and had ice cream in town. It's a very small town that closes when the ferries go back to the mainland. Definitely worth checking out but you can see all of the island pretty quickly!

The Windrush Cottage was wonderful. My wife and I enjoyed the solitude and our host could not have been nicer. We were able to go for a long bike ride on the country roads, had blue crab delivered to our front porch and picked fresh asparagus in the backyard! The sunrises and sunsets were beautiful.

This charming listing was everything I'd hoped it would be. Tucked away without being isolated. Great views! Quiet and comfortable! One of the best parts was to have such a terrific kitchen! I love to cook and to find that in such a quaint little cottage was a delight. Iris was a quick communicator and i felt well supported while there though I had little reason to contact anyone for anything. Oh! Folks should know about the great Jazz CD collection and the lovely skylight in the master room. I really loved my stay and look forward to returning some day! Thanks, Iris

An amazingly authentic spot with family run soft shelling crabbing happening at neighbors. More quiet, bird watching and scenic beauty than could imagine. Would love to relax, read a book and enjoy quiet for days!

Dana made us feel most welcome. She communicated closely with us before we got there. The house and setting were lovely.

A house in the most beautiful natural landscape, surrounded by marshes, reeds and water, alive with birds, and the most beautiful skies... from every window in the house. I nearly forgot, lying in bed and watching the stars.

This house is a total gem. Secluded, quiet, and cozy--a perfect getaway. Great light in every room and amazing views from every window. Iris was very communicative and quick to answer my questions. Can't recommend it enough! A quick tip--if you're going in the off-season, make sure to bring your own groceries. It's a 25 minute drive to the nearest restaurant or grocery store.

We had a terrific 4 days in Chesapeake Bay. The cottage had everything, including spices! It was exactly as pictured and the neighbours were so friendly - everyone waved as they passed by. We were treated to a magestic light show one stormy evening that we observed safely from the panoramic windows in Iris's kitchen. No problem getting in, close to everything we wanted to do but not in the fray!

We liked our stay at Iris' cottage. The breezes off the water (which is on both sides of the house!) were lovely. Such a lovely, peaceful location. Beautiful garden. 2 kayaks and 2 bikes available. The bed was comfortable. Kitchen and bath were clean and well-stocked. Beautiful floors and newly painted inside. Matt, the property manager, was easily available when we got a little lost getting to the house. There were only 2 things that are misrepresented in the pictures. I was really looking forward to the screened porch, but it's gone! Also the living room pictures show a couch, but instead there was a futon with a pretty uncomfortable mattress. In spite of these 2 things, we really enjoyed our stay.

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