A Beautiful Waterfront Retreat for Family Gatherings!

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Evening sunsets from the front of the house

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

6 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12353 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Pet-friendly

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Explore the area

Woolford, MD

Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Historical Park15 min drive
Harriet Tubman Museum and Educational Center18 min drive
Choptank River Lighthouse20 min drive
Easton, MD (ESN-Easton - Newnam)43 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Guest Room - Main Level (King)

1 King Bed

Guest Suite - Main Level (Twins)

2 Single Beds

Master Suite - Main Level

1 King Bed

The Loft

1 Double Sofa Bed

The Orange Room - (Twins)

2 Single Beds

Upper Level - Queen Suite +Twin

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Main Level - Full bath (Guest Suite)

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main Level - Powder Room

Toilet

Master Suite

Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Upper Level Full Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Outdoor shower

Kitchen

Office

Separate dining area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Come take a break with your extended family and friends to a remote area of Dorchester County, Maryland. With 2.5 acres and plenty of waterfront, there is ample ways to enjoy all the property has to offer and the beautiful scenery. Enjoy the pool (May thru September - Not heated) or swim in the protected Mallard Cove. Catch crabs or fish off the dock or explore the water views on 2 provided kayaks. It is a perfect getaway! The outdoor space includes a saltwater pool, deck for sunbathing and dining, screen porch, extended dock and plenty of lawn for family activities. Enjoy the outside fire pit, wood burning fireplace in the family room, or the gas fireplace in the living room overlooking Mallard Cove. You can be assured that the property will be properly cleaned and sanitized.

Property manager

Tom Hutchinson

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 35

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Excludes Doberman, Rottweiler, and Pit Bull breeds

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No glassware on the deck, pool area, or in the pool

No parking in the garage

Owner requires a short-term lease agreement and a security deposit of $1000 when the Property Protection Plan is selceted.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Woolford

Located in Woolford, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Choptank River Lighthouse and Cove Point Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Richardson Maritime Museum and Ruark Boatworks. Bay Country Shop and Phillips Wharf Environmental Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Woolford, MD

What's nearby

Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge - 13 min drive
Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Historical Park - 15 min drive
Harriet Tubman Museum and Educational Center - 18 min drive
Choptank River Lighthouse - 20 min drive
Dorchester County Visitors Center - 20 min drive

Getting around

Cambridge Station - 22 min drive
Easton, MD (ESN-Easton - Newnam) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

Lindy's Seafood - 4 min drive
Carmela's Cucina - 16 min drive
Woolford Country Store - 5 min drive
La Bella Pizzeria - 16 min drive
Bombay Tadka - 16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does A Beautiful Waterfront Retreat for Family Gatherings! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is A Beautiful Waterfront Retreat for Family Gatherings! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at A Beautiful Waterfront Retreat for Family Gatherings!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Beautiful Waterfront Retreat for Family Gatherings!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A Beautiful Waterfront Retreat for Family Gatherings! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge, Harriet Tubman State Park Visitors Center and Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Historical Park. Harriet Tubman Museum and Educational Center and Richardson Maritime Museum are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Melanie M.

13 Aug 2023

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

A slice of paradise

Perfect stay from beginning to end. Cooks kitchen perfect for our group. Lovely house and pool. We’ve stayed two years in a row and can’t wait to come back in 2024. Thank you Tom for everything!!!!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy C., Palmerton PA

7 Aug 2023

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

Best Vacation!

This home is amazing! We had a big family group stay here and so many memories were made. The home is just like advertised-plenty of space for all of us. Tom-the owner-made sure we had everything we needed and answered all of our questions. The home, the pool and the dock were all clean and well maintained. So many extras included! Also, close to a couple of towns so lots to do and great places to eat. We would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

30 July 2023

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

Amazing!

The pictures do not do this house justice! The house was very clean, well stocked for anything a cook would need, the location was so quiet and it was just paradise! If you have multiple families, they can stay in their own areas of the house for sleeping arrangements. You can watch beautiful sunrise while sitting on the deck, in the pool or in the sunroom! You can watch storms roll in or roll out over the bay! We caught and released crabs using the cages that Tom provides. The pool was so nice, warm and relaxing even in the 99 degree weather! There are some many local businesses close by that you can easily support them, Lindy’s Seafood, Emily’s Produce, Bay County Bakery and Simmons Grocery Market. The Half Shell definitely will not disappoint you and Tom was an amazing host! He answered all my questions promptly! Thank you so sharing your beautiful home!!

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Artise S.

8 July 2023

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

Perfect Escape

The Half Shell property was more than we had hoped for! Tom really has thought of everything here---everything you would need for cooking- including pots, burner, and propane for cooking crabs (which you can catch right off the dock or pick up at Lindy's down the road) and for shrimp boils. We cooked most of the nights here and enjoyed the lawn games provided while cooking and enjoying cocktails. We all (kids, teens, and adults) loved spending time by the pool. There is a wonderful shelf in the pool where you can have your feet in while sitting in the pool chairs! It was perfect for lounging while the kids swam. We traveled with 3 separate families and there was more than enough room for everyone. Other wonderful amenities: provided pool towels, on site washer/dryer, crabbing traps and lines, large dining table so everyone can eat together (back deck and inside), and fishing rods on site. Tom was very quick to get back to us on anything we needed or questions we had---we even had wonderful suggestions for where to view the Cambridge 4th of July fireworks! This was a perfect escape, beautiful house, and a backyard/pool area that we were all sad to leave.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathi H.

13 Aug 2022

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

Fun Family Time!

Tom was a terrific host and the home is even better than in pictures/description on VRBO. KITCHEN FULLY STOCKED! We were able to cook full meals for the family just like at home--every type of cookware, utensil, and small appliance we needed was there and paper towels, foil, plastic wrap, and plastic containers. Cook inside on the stove or in the oven/microwave or outside on the grill (or s'mores on the firepit). Plenty of cleaning supplies, good dishwasher. BEDROOMS Primary BR is huge as is accompanying full bath. Gorgeous views to start your day or sleep in on the comfortable king bed. Two upstairs BRs. Zero complaints from our younger kids about the beds! Entry level BRs private--older kids stayed there and could sleep in without being bothered by the younger kids. They are smaller rooms; comfy beds and bedding. BATHROOMS All quite clean and functional. The primary BR has a full; the upstairs BRs have a full; and the entry level BRs have a full. And there is a powder room on entry level. OTHER We used the family room off the kitchen when we were inside (why be inside??). We did not use the formal dining room or living room but they are sizable with good furniture. The screened in porch was perfect for getting out of the sun and doing crafts or reading on the nice chair or loveseat. OUTSIDE This is where you will want to be. The pool was great--clean and with a nice walk in so you could actually sit on chairs with your feet in the water (the chairs are there). Do your part to skim and run the pool vacuum and you'll have a pristine pool like we did. The the dock was perfect for morning coffee and to check the crab traps--we had crabs every day, though we released them as most were undersized (but the dog loved to investigate). The younger kids fished from the pier and kept a close eye on the osprey family living adjacent. There is a small break along the bank to put in kayaks--super easy (and there are two excellent kayaks there with paddles and life vests). And the yard was perfect for frisbee, playing catch with the rugby ball or football, croquet, or chasing the dog! The dog also got into the water at the kayak put-in. You really cannot swim in hot months unless you're pretty brave about jellyfish. MISC Laundry works well (and detergent there). Plenty of bath and beach towels. Super quiet neighborhood. Eat seafood from nearby Lindy's and Emily's for produce/meat/cheese/beer. In town, go to Blackwater Bakery, RAR, Snappers. And mostly, RELAX

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Tom Hutchinson

I grew up in the beach town of Stone Harbor, NJ. I love the water and the changing tides. I've owned the home since 2003 when it was a part-time, weekend property. I moved permanently from Baltimore, MD to Dorchester County in 2010 and have been a full-time resident ever since. I have enjoyed renovating every aspect of the property and house over the years and I am very vested in Dorchester County. I enjoy and support the community and have been very active in various groups. I enjoy swimming, biking, and running and either participate in or volunteer for our local Ironman 70.3 Eagleman and Ironman Maryland annually.

Why they chose this property

You can easily bring a large family and man’s best friend to enjoy the property without ever leaving. Relax, swim, exercise, crab, fish, walk, run, bike onsite and right out the door or just do nothing. And if you do want to get away, you can take a long car ride and see many beautiful areas of Dorchester County like the Black Water Refuge for bald eagle sightings or visit historic Cambridge which has a quaint downtown with shops, ice cream, plus restaurants, and bars.

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