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Waterfront:Panoramic Views/Hot Tub/ Pool/Sleeps 16 /Early check in/out off seaso

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Scenic sunset by the pool.
Amazing sunsets!
Beach
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
7 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 16557.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Elkton, MD
  • C and D Canal Museum
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Bohemia Vista Marina
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • University of Delaware
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Aberdeen, MD (APG-Phillips Army Airfield)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 7

1 Queen Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront:Panoramic Views/Hot Tub/ Pool/Sleeps 16 /Early check in/out off seaso

Off season months: Check in is 11am and Check out is 2 pm.
Summer Months: Minimum rental periods of a full week Sunday to Sunday is preferred. Check in is 4pm and Check out is 10 am. This works best for our cleaning staff. Shorter stays can be requested and may be considered on a case by case basis. Please reach out with questions.

WE Do ALLOW SMALL INTIMATE PARTIES with permission from the owner. Additional fees may apply.
For your family enjoyment, this 6,000 sq. ft riverfront retreat offers panoramic water views and breathtaking sunsets over looking miles of the Elk River. It is a perfect property to have family reunions and celebrate holidays together. Kitchen is fully equipped to cook holiday dinners. It is amazing place for yoga and business retreats, bridal showers, engagement parties and will consider renting for this depending on how the property will be used during your stay.** Minimum stays may be required dependent on season and availability. Additional fees will apply.

Nestled on 5.5 acres on top of a 40 feet bluff above the water you will enjoy the waterfront lifestyle. From this vista, the river appears to be more like a lake with the sun kissing the water in the evening. The property has approximately 400 feet of waterfront, and a 120 foot dock. The manicured estate starts as you pass through the large brick double gates down the illuminated tree-lined driveway that changes color with every season. You will enjoy the outdoor park-like activity areas which include: sand volleyball court, tetherball, basketball, horse shoes, fire pit, fire table, barbecue areas, landscaped bridge, children's playground with swing set, picnic tables, 2 two person kayaks with life vests, scenic track for running or walking that meanders throughout the property, and professionally landscaped areas which complement the Chesapeake Bay's setting and ambiance. Internet and Wifi will be available to you.The home has been completely updated with fresh paint and new furniture and lighting fixtures. In the warmer months, sit by the in-ground pool and enjoy the amazing sunset views. In the cooler months, enjoy time gathering with family to play games in the cozy mahogany library, get warm by the large fire pit area, fire pit table, or one of the two indoor fireplaces, relax in the new 7 person hot tub overlooking the water, visit nearby attractions and restaurants, or cook in the gourmet kitchen. The kitchen is well stocked with dishes, pots and pans, casserole and baking dishes, 2 dishwashers, 2 refrigerators, and a Scotsman ice maker with large slow melting cubes.
You will enjoy the Eastern Shore lifestyle at any time of year in this spectacular estate home.

The home is conveniently located and is a short 10 minute drive to Chesapeake City that has shops and restaurants by the water, a 25 minute drive to Christiana Mall that hosts a wide array of shopping of all kinds, 20 miles to the casino at Delaware Park, and a 20 minute drive to North East where there are shops and restaurants. There are several golf courses and a batting center nearby as well. It is also very close to a large variety of grocery stores, restaurants, fresh seafood store, liquor stores, and a roadside market in the warmer months.
Additional Property Details: We have added the option of filling your fridge prior to your arrival. There is a link below for a local grocery store where you can place your order. Our property manager will pick up your items and have your refrigerator stocked prior to your arrival. There is an additional fee for this service. Link for the grocery store is: https://www.rednersmarkets.com
Orders under $75
Service charge of $45
Orders between $75 and $150 Service charge $ 100 Orders over $150 Service charge $125 Please let us know if you would like to add this service prior to your arrival.

Living Room:
Living Areas:
Living room offers updated comfortable leather furniture, fireplace, 65 inch art tv and amazing views of the water. Theater Room has new comfortable leather seating with 72 inch cable TV, DVD player with a large selection of DVD's, beautiful water views, and blackout curtains for watching movies. Large mahogany library with fireplace. This room is perfect for playing games, reading, or enjoying cocktails before or after dinner.

Kitchen:
The gourmet kitchen offers a gas oven with 6 burner gas cooktop, 2 large refrigerators with freezers, bar fridge, a 2 drawer fridge under the Island, 2 dishwashers, Scotsman ice maker with large slow melting cubes. The kitchen has recently been completely upgraded and has granite island for meal prep, bar area for serving and extra storage, toaster, blender, Kitchen Aid stand mixer, food processor, Keurig and standard coffee maker, foreman grill, and crock pot. The fully stocked kitchen offers dishes for 16 or more, large selection of pots and pans, serving platters and bowls, bakeware, tools for grilling, and electric roaster upon request.

Indoor Dining:
Dining room table seats 10, kitchen table seats 8, 4 bar stools at the kitchen island, all with fabulous views of the water.

Outdoor Dining:
Seating for 12 in 3 season room with panoramic views of the water and also has a separate seating area and kids picnic table. There is an outdoor table with seating for six that sits under a pergola, and multiple picnic tables throughout the property. There is a fire table with 6 Adirondack chairs that can be used for an additional dining space. 6 additional adirondack chairs overlooking the water.

Bedrooms:
Bedroom 1
Large primary bedroom with comfortable King size bed, fabulous views of the water, sitting area, and large full en suite bathroom with shower. 65"inch TV

Bedroom 2
Large primary bedroom with comfortable King size bed, fabulous view of the water, large full en suite bathroom with shower. 42" TV

Bedroom 3 Queen size bed with partial view of the water. Full bathroom with tub and shower are next to this bedroom.

Bedroom 4: One bunk bed with full and single bed, one bunk with two single beds offering sleeping for 5. Full bathroom with shower directly across the hall from this bedroom.

Bedroom 5: King size bed with view of the front of the property, full en suite bathroom with tub and shower.


Bedroom 6
Queen bed with one of the best views in the house. This room is an indoor walk through to one of the primary bedrooms. Primary bedroom has an outdoor entrance that can be used if privacy is needed in this bedroom. Full bathroom with shower and tub are beside this room.

Bedroom 7 :
Private cedar house complete with queen bed, couch, microwave, beverage fridge and TV. There is no bathroom, but it is a very short walk to the house. This is perfect for a young couple, or teenagers that want privacy. It does have heating and air conditioning. It smells like cedar so you have to like that smell to stay there.

Swimming Pool:
Heated swimming pool with amazing views of the river. Pool will open in Mid-May and close in Sept depending on weather. Life vests are provided. New hot tub with water views coming in 2024.

Water Sports:
2 2 seater Kayaks. Feel free to bring your own. 120 ft dock is perfect for fishing, crabbing, and sun bathing. Dock can be used to dock your boat or jet ski however lifts are not available for use. You will be responsible for any damage caused by docking there. Discuss with property manager planning on bringing a boat as some boats are too large for low tide (3 ft.)
There are 2 marinas close by that will rent boat slips. One is North East River Marina located 16.7 miles from the River House that offers boat slips, (nightly or weekly rentals), pontoon boat rentals, a chartered 50 ft luxury cruiser that holds 10 people that allows you to customize your trip, and single and double kayaks. It is recommended that you reserve well in advance so that you assure availability. The other one is Locust Point Marina and it only rents boat slips.

Rental does not include access to the garages, sheds, or cottage. Property managers live in the cottage to help you with check in, oversee maintenance of the property grounds, and to promptly address any problems that you may have during your stay. They may or may not be living on site during your stay but are available 24 hours a day should you need assistance or have questions. Please be assured that you will have complete privacy and full use of all of the amenities without any interference. For added safety the outside of the property has security cameras that will only be viewed if there is a problem. There is no ongoing monitoring of these cameras, and there are NO active cameras inside the home during your stay.
We look forward to hosting you and your family!
Barbara and Alex

Property manager

Barbara Connor
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
1. A picture ID of the renter must be sent within 48 hours to honor your booking.
2. Maximum 16 guests on property at one time. No guests permitted unless they are listed on the contract. Children included in number of guests.
3. All guests names and ages must be on the short term rental agreement and sent back to the host to consider reservation complete.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Elkton

Located in Elkton, this holiday home is on the waterfront. C and D Canal Museum and Historical Society of Cecil County are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Chesapeake City Docks and Chesapeake Inn Marina. Travelling with kids? Consider Elkton Golf and Batting Center and Fred Rust Ice Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Elkton, MD

What's nearby

  • C and D Canal Museum - 13 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Lums Pond State Park - 16 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Bohemia Vista Marina - 22 min drive - 20.1 km
  • University of Delaware - 25 min drive - 23.2 km
  • Elk Neck State Park - 31 min drive - 29.9 km

Getting around

  • Newark Station - 25 min drive
  • Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Chesapeake Inn Restaurant & Marina - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Schaefer's Canal House - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Waterfront:Panoramic Views/Hot Tub/ Pool/Sleeps 16 /Early check in/out off seaso have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Waterfront:Panoramic Views/Hot Tub/ Pool/Sleeps 16 /Early check in/out off seaso pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront:Panoramic Views/Hot Tub/ Pool/Sleeps 16 /Early check in/out off seaso?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront:Panoramic Views/Hot Tub/ Pool/Sleeps 16 /Early check in/out off seaso?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront:Panoramic Views/Hot Tub/ Pool/Sleeps 16 /Early check in/out off seaso located?

This family-friendly Elkton holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Elk Forest Wildlife Management Area and Chesland Park. Brantwood Park and Canal National Wildlife Refuge are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 137 out of 162 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 162 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 162 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 162 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 162 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful inside and out

This is a wonderful property for a large group who needs large spaces for everyone to be together. The amenities were great, beds were perfect - even the bunk beds. The house manager checked in upon arrival and was close by if we needed anything. Every room has a great view of the river. We stayed in winter and the fireplaces are a great touch. This would be wonderful in the summer without a doubt. thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Extended family get together

Perfect in every way! Lots of really comfy beds, lots of space to spread out and play, walk, recreate, and a great well-equipped kitchen in a beautiful setting. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

River house

Great property, lot’s of space. Beautiful river views. Tremendous kitchen with everything needed for larger family gatherings. Pool and hot tub was clean and well maintained. Very responsive support during our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Florence W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Slice of Paradise

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this magnificent home. The view of the river is splendid. The communication with the owners was perfect. We plan to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing on the River

The house and grounds are large and clean. The pool and hot tub were great fun. The outdoor room was great, especially on a rainy day. We also really enjoyed the dock and the kayaks. The kitchen was beautiful, and the ice maker and the two refrigerators were extremely useful. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another great stay!

Our large group of family and friends had another wonderful stay here. This is our second time with the current home owners and third time overall staying at the house. It is well kept and plenty to do for everyone. The dock is awesome for fishing, crabbing and boating. The kitchen has everything you could need to cook meals. We will be back again :)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay, again!

We love this place. Our family - grandparents, their adult kids, spouses and their children - have come here twice now and it is the perfect big family vacation home. Spacious, gorgeous sunsets, pool and hot tub and fire pit used everyday - we love it. The caretakers are so helpful and responsive and make sure we have everything we need. thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Getaway

The property was beautiful and just as described. The property managers were quick to respond and very helpful. We truly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

MaryAnn H., REINHOLDS

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

River House Retreat

Best location ever....beautiful views of the river...awesome salt water pool overlooking the river..very clean..well furnished...private spacious grounds Barbara was a friendly available host
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

christina d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic property!

We have rented this house the past couple of years and had a great stay every time. The location is perfect and it’s easy to get into Chesapeake city for shopping, dinning or drinks. And the home owner is always responsive and great to work with!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Geoff C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another fabulous stay

Everything about his property is fantastic. Always enjoy coming here. We'll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maria P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome for families

The home is beautiful and perfect for family vacations. We loved hanging out in the pool and watching movies together in the media room. We were weary about staying somewhere with property managers living on site, but it really wasn’t an issue.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

We spent our days enjoying being with our family and celebrating our anniversary. Our surroundings contributed to facilitate this gathering.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gina Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

August getaway

Beautiful property with fabulous sunsets over the river. It was great for our extended family. The owners were very responsive to any questions we had. I would recommend this rental for a quiet time to unwind!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

Lovely stay for extended family of ages 80-3. All had a wonderful time. Well equipped house, lots to do and property manager so helpful. Gorgeous view every am and sunsets at night. We all unplugged, relaxed, and enjoyed being together!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great escape!

Perfect for our needs: 3 queen+ beds with attached bathroom for 3 couples, plenty of room, secluded, pool and hot tub, and sunsets we can't stop thinking about!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ryan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a find! Everything you need and more

Absolutely amazing listing! The pictures don’t do this property justice. Thanks Barbara for a wonderful trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charlie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home

This home had everything you can imagine. We had 13 adults, 3 boys from 7-9 years old and our granddaughter of 1. We all had a great time and the views were amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Vacation house yet!!!

Sometimes it's hard to please everyone on a family vacation, but not with this house!!! This property has it all! We played pool , we swam, we fished! We never left the property! Well maintained, clean, and super nice people through the entire process!!! 100 Stars!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rickye D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous River House

The location was fabulous, the house was beautiful with everything you could ever need. It was spacious, clean and the pool was great. The only thing that could have made it better was the weather. The pictures do not begin to show how large the home is and the layout is perfect. We were indoors most of the week due to rain and had plenty of space for everyone to do their own thing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place for a Gathering

This lovely home was the perfect place for a gathering with our children and grandchildren. There is plenty of living space for family members to relax and enjoy a special occasion. Since we cooked multicourse meals for the group, we especially enjoyed how well equipped the kitchen is: plenty of cookware and serving pieces. The grounds have wonderful options for outdoor activities and there is plenty of sports equipment - all in good condition. Would recommend this lovely home to anyone wanting a beautiful location and excellent amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Get Away

Gorgeous, spacious house! Grounds are lovely with lots of amenities. My kids loved going for walks around the path at night with lanterns and of course the salt water pool was amazing. Lovely easy to use hot tub & comfortable river room with brand new teak furniture. We had a great week in MD! Thank you for everything!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Twila R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous family vacation

Our family enjoyed our third, fabulous family vacation in this luxurious, very accommodating house. We are deeply grateful to the owners and groundskeepers for their attention to detail. The location is fantastic! There are many convenient local, fresh, homegrown vegetable and fruit roadside markets and small town destinations. Thank you very much!! We are deeply grateful!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Twila R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous family vacation

Our family had a fabulous vacation at this gorgeous property. The owners of the property and staff who care for and maintain the property did not disappoint. They answered our questions immediately and were very accommodating. We received a very warm welcome and are looking forward to returning for our family vacation next year. A warm, hearty thank you to the owners and staff! We are very grateful!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dylan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

BEAUTIFUL ESTATE PROPERTY

My wife and I brought 12 teenagers ages 15-19 years old. They loved the pool/volleyball/boat dock and exercise trails. We docked our boat however that takes some creativity. Pay attention to tides as the water is LOW at low tide. The home is amazing. The sunset is unparalleled.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Barbara Connor

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The River House is our second home and we keep it very well maintained for us and our guests. We have four children and eight grandchildren with more to come. The time we spend here with our family and friends is magical. We continue to add activities to the property and upgrades to the house. We enjoy sharing our home with families as it is an amazing place to make forever memories with your loved ones.

Why they chose this property

This property has amazing views from mostly every room in the house. It serves as a resort in that it has many activities and amenities all year round. In the summer months the pool is open from early May to mid September. The property makes you feel relaxed the moment you turn in to the estate and you have a water view straight through the house as you drive down the driveway. There really is nothing like this property in the area.

What makes this property unique

Large pool with views of the water and a veranda with seating by the pool.
Large boat dock
Large fire pit with views of the water
Hot Tub with water views
Two two seater kayaks
Basketball hoop
Horse shoes
Volleyball / Badminton court
Exercise trail around the 5.5 acre wooded property
Disc golf
Large 6 bedroom home with 4 bedrooms having water views
Two large primary bedrooms with expansive water views
Gourmet Kitchen well stocked with pots/ pans/serving dishes, bowls and plates.
Three refrigerators
Three season room with a sitting area and two eating areas with expansive water views.
Two electric fireplaces
A private cedar house close to the main house with a Queen size bed, TV, heat and air conditioning, seating, and mini fridge.

***Coming in the fall of 2023 the volleyball court will become a new pickle ball court.



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