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Riverfront Retreat 7mil from MD Renaissance Fest!

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A hot tub with a wooden deck and a view of a lake.
Saltwater Swimming Pool open for season only
A spacious living area with a fireplace, a ceiling fan, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk with a chair, and a large window with a view of trees.
A spacious living area with a wooden staircase, a large mirror, and a sofa.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
10 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 28

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Explore the area

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Riva, MD
  • Place, Patuxent River
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Westfield Annapolis Mall
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Annapolis Mall Shopping Center
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Baltimore, MD (BWI-Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

10 bedrooms (sleeps 28)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

+2
4 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 7

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 8

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 9

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 10

2 Single Beds

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Bathroom 6

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Riverfront Retreat 7mil from MD Renaissance Fest!

Welcome to your serene retreat on the South River! The heart of this expansive estate is a charming cottage with 5 bedrooms and 2 baths, complemented by a newer addition with 5 bedrooms and 3.5 baths. The addition hosts a recreational haven, complete with a pool table, table tennis, and a gym.

Nestled on a 4-acre parcel, this enchanting property offers a perfect blend of tranquility and entertainment, minutes away from Annapolis and the iconic Maryland Renaissance Festival!!

Immerse yourself in the joy of water activities with kayaks at your disposal or simply relax by the private dock, overlooking the South River. Enjoy a dip in the amazing saltwater pool or soak your cares away in the hot tub. The expansive yard invites friendly matches of volleyball, croquet, or cornhole, promising endless hours of fun under the sun. There are also boat rental services nearby that we can recommend.

Come experience the charm of our riverside oasis, where every detail has been crafted to ensure your stay is nothing short of extraordinary. Book now and create lasting memories in this picturesque retreat!

In the back yard there is 220 feet of water front with comfortable seating overlooking the South River and a horseshoe pit. There is also a dock for some fishing.

In season you will have access to a lagoon-style swimming pool with extended shallow end for chaise lounges and a waterfall or access to a water view hot tub on the back yard deck.

The home is centrally located for easy access to: Annapolis 15 min (via West St.), Baltimore (via Rt.97), or Washington DC (via Rt.50 or Rt.214): The Naval Academy (9 miles/15 minutes), Downtown Baltimore (29 miles/35 minutes), and Washington DC (26 miles/35 minutes).

The original house is the cottage and was built in nineteen twenty. It has 5 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms and its own HVAC system.

In 1997 an brand new addition was built which is attached to the original house, they look like one big house from the outside. The Luxe has 5 bedrooms and 3 1/2 bathrooms as well as its own HVAC systen.

On the main floor of the Luxe you will find 1 King bedroom and 1 full hallway bathroom with a tub/shower combination. Upstairs has 1 King bedroom with an ensuite bathroom complete with a jacuzzi tub and separate shower. In addition, the upstairs features 1 Queen bedroom and a bunkroom with 6 twin beds. There is also a hallway half bathroom upstairs. In the basement there is an additional King bedroom and a full bathroom with a standup shower.

On the main floor of the cottage there is 1 Queen bedroom, 1 Full bedroom, a Twin bedroom with 2 twin beds and a full bathroom. Upstairs in the cottage is 1 Queen bedroom and a Twin bedroom with 2 twin beds.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2611733vb
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

About the area

Riva

Located in Riva, this apartment is on the waterfront. Shoppers can check out Annapolis City Dock, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Chesapeake Bay and Sandy Point State Park. Annapolis Bowl and Wild Bird Center are also worth visiting.
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Riva, MD

What's nearby

  • Patuxent River - 10 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Renditions Golf Club - 10 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Westfield Annapolis Mall - 11 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Annapolis Mall Shopping Center - 11 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Annapolis Harbor Center Shopping Center - 12 min drive - 10.4 km

Getting around

  • New Carrollton Station - 24 min drive
  • Fort Meade, MD (FME-Tipton) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Paris Baguette - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverfront Retreat 7mil from MD Renaissance Fest! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Riverfront Retreat 7mil from MD Renaissance Fest!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Riverfront Retreat 7mil from MD Renaissance Fest!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverfront Retreat 7mil from MD Renaissance Fest!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Riverfront Retreat 7mil from MD Renaissance Fest! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is within 6 miles (10 km) of Annapolis Harbour Center, The Kunta Kinte Alex Haley Memorial and Westfield Annapolis Mall. Annapolis Mall Shopping Center and Annapolis Harbor Center Shopping Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 22 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was amazing. Perfect for our family reunion.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2026
We're so glad to hear the home was a great fit for your family reunion. It was a pleasure hosting your group, and we truly appreciate you choosing our home for your stay. We hope to welcome you back again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kris C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was sparking clean when we arrived. The Host was extremely responsive to our questions and a few very minor concerns. The kitchens are well-equipped, but we did occasionally have to move equipment from one to the other. Hubs and I had the master bedroom and bath. Bed very comfortable, bathroom large. All family members reported comfortable beds. 6 cousins shared the “bunk room”, they loved it. The pool was terrific, we got a lot of use out of it due to jellyfish fish infestation in the river. Plenty of room for the lawn games we brought, fire pit for making s’mores, bball hoop…so much to do! There are games, but we brought our own. Our 3 generations had a wonderful week. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Kris! We're delighted to hear that your family had such a memorable stay and enjoyed the home, the pool, and all the amenities. Thank you for choosing to stay with us, and we truly appreciate your recommendation!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Harold F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All around great stay! Plenty of space and activities. Great host and home!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jan 2026
Thank you so much Harold! You all were fantastic to host :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tanya W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Communication was excellent. Home was wonderful. Great size for a large family gathering.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jan 2026
Thank you so much Tanya, we hope to host you and your folks in the future so happy your enjoyed your time during the Holidays!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Helen P.

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

Perfect place for family reunion

It was a beautiful and private setting for a family reunion.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Margaret J.

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

Stay at Riva

Our family very much enjoyed our stay at this comfortable and well appointed property.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

AH C.

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

Family Fun

4 generations had a great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lawrence H.

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

Overall a solid property

We had a great family reunion/xmas celebration on this property. The property itself is amazing. Huge piece of land....and great views.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great trip

Wonderful spot for large group. House was massive. Comfortably slept 17 of us. The views of the canals were great and close to Annapolis. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

EMILY R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Upon entering the property, you are welcomed with an oversized beach chair and the pool. The house itself looked a bit rough on the outside but everything appeared clean. It isn't fancy but checked all the boxes although I did expect something a bit nicer for the price (marks on walls, chandelier coming out of wall, dingy blankets). There are a lot of beds and bedrooms which worked out great for our sized group. However, the bathrooms don't quite work out relative to their location. The room with 6 beds (1 additional bed entering) is super cute and comfortable, but there is only one half bath for 7 people! The view is lovely but please note the stairs to the dock is quite steep and a lot of stairs. There was a molded coffee pot that had been there awhile. Luckily, the owner responded quickly and directed me to the other kitchen which had another. Last but not least, the water. It was unusable for showering, drinking, or cleaning and the rotten eggs/sulfur smell lingered long afterwards. All in all, it met our needs for the weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're glad the home accommodated your group well, Emily and that you enjoyed the spacious layout, and beautiful waterfront views. We also appreciate your comments, as they help us continue improving the guest experience. Since your stay, the water issue has been fully resolved, and we remain committed to maintaining the high standards our guests expect. We're also glad we were able to respond promptly whenever assistance was needed during your stay. Thank you again for staying with us, and we wish you all the best.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan F.

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

Great spot for a reunion

10 adults and 12 or 13 kids (who's counting) and we had a blast. The pool is incredible, plenty of space, lots of seating. Great time!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eliyahu M.

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

Superb

Large. Peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

M R.

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

Amazing private property

We had such a wonderful surprise at this property, the views, the pool and the homes were so wonderful. We did not realize it was so private and so much land was part of this property. It was perfect for our family and we did not want to leave. We could kayak each day then swim and play volleyball. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2023
We are so happy you had a wonderful stay, and we really appreciate you taking such great care of the property while you were there. Please let us know if you are ever interested in a return visit as we provide special rates for our spectacular return guests :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jodi P.

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

Wonderful week long family reunion

Will stay here again! This property has everything! Great pool, hot tub, fire pit, kayaks, beautiful river view, balls, corn hole, grills, linens, great kitchens, pool table, ping pong, yoga mats, exercise bike, tread mill, screened in porch, outside porch swing, and a giant Adirondack chair that was great for the family photo! 17 of us spent a week here for a family reunion and only basically left for food shopping. The property is amazing and the owner is responsive to any questions. We will be back again for the next reunion!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emily C.

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

Fabulous experience!

This property is truly amazing. So many fun things to do - horseshoes, ping pong, pool table, hot tub, fire pit - the list goes on. We hosted a small gathering after a family funeral, and the property provided beautiful open spaces outside as well as a perfect inside gathering space with a well-stocked kitchen. Three families with members ranging from 6 - 75 years old stayed at the house, and the accommodations were great for all ages. The property was clean, the host was responsive, and we look forward to coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Carrie T.

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

Family Reunion

We had 24 people ranging from ages 1 - 83 so we used every bed and we stayed for a week. As we arrived there were a few things that needed to be attended to but the property manager responded and sent workers over to fix them. It was very hot and humid outside the first few days and the A/C worked great! We enjoyed the pool, volleyball net, hammock, fire ring, exercise equipment, and the large living area on the Luxe side. We even brought in a big round folding table and chairs from the garage for extra seating. There were 4 refrigerators and a chest freezer that made it easy to store food to feed us all. We also used the dock to tie up a boat for the week but the boat lift that is pictured does not work. The steps down to the dock are very steep so our 83 year old did not get a boat ride. We had 8 kids, 10 years old and under, that loved playing in the bunk room on the Luxe side. There is lots of grassy area on the river side and the other side of the house to play games and run around. Sunset views are pretty on the river side and we even saw a July 4th fireworks display from the river side lawn. A perfect ending to our week together!
Sunset view from the back lawn.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jan 2026
Thank you Carrie, we take pride in hosting our guests!
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy

NOT what I expected

I reserved this property because a) the Guest Reviews were unanimously very positive and b) because I needed ten separate bedrooms for ten co-workers in town for a business offsite. The reality is that the two buildings and the configuration of the rooms is very choppy and not nearly close to one another in terms of comfort or atmosphere. One of the bedrooms is only accessible by walking through another bedroom. Others appear to originally be closets that have been poorly repurposed. The "Cottage" is musty and was unacceptable for my colleagues with sensitive respiratory issues. The basement bedroom in the "Luxe" is more bomb shelter than bedroom. In the end, I felt the need to offer to any of my colleagues to leave and stay down the road at the Courtyard Marriott. Also, this is not a new or property or "high-end" experience by any measure. I was sadly and significantly disappointed with this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Oct 2024
Hi John, we really appreciate your feedback on our property as it helps us to grow. We try to do our best in the description to portray the layout of the property as a duplex and also have a video listed to show incoming guests the layout. The Lux side of the property was completely renovated in 2021 and the cottage is original from the 1950s. We are deeply sorry you did not have the experience you intended and will take all of our suggestions into consideration to improve the experience for our future guests.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Robert H.

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

beautiful location on the river

Everything was acceptable
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kate S.

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

Perfect for a large group with kids

This met our needs for a large group gathering with lots of young kids. Loved the amount of games and activities available for everyone. We found the house well stocked with basics and feel it was even better than expected. Wish the dock were safer - seems treacherous even for adults. But there’s plenty to appreciate aside from that.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andy B.

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

Beautiful house and great location

This house was amazing. There was plenty of room and bedrooms for our group. It was secluded and quiet on the river. Our host was so great and had timely responses. I would highly recommend this rental!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anh N.

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

Perfect weekend getaway

Great experience. Everyone enjoyed the stay. The house was cleaned and updated. Thank you for thinking about the little things like the pool table, the ping pong table… There was something for everyone to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Teresa Truc P.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by Samantha DiPietro

Host profile image
My husband, Dominic, and I love to travel all over the world but Maryland will always be home for us. We have plans to visit a few more places in Europe in the near future before settling down and starting a family of our own. Currently our only babies are our Rhodesian Ridgeback pup Rufus and our roofing business.

In our spare time we enjoy hiking, live music & comedy shows, and meeting new people which is what lead us to hosting our home. There is so much to do and see in the Annapolis area and we are more than happy to share some of favorites!

Why they chose this property

Our home is centrally located to many popular attractions such as downtown Annapolis, Washington D.C., and Baltimore. There are many beach & nature parks within driving distance and the U.S. Naval Academy is just a short 15 minutes away. We have direct water access from our private dock to the South River which feeds into the Chesapeake Bay. You can crab, fish, or swim off the dock or enjoy a day by our saltwater pool. We provide outdoor/lawn games such as volleyball, tether ball, bocce ball, croquet, horseshoes, and corn hole.

What makes this property unique

Enjoy waterfront views from every room on the back of the house or have a seat at the edge of the property for a direct overlook onto the South River.
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