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Annapolis Garden Suite

Riverside holiday home with fitness centre and outdoor pool

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 492.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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  • Place, Annapolis Mall Shopping Center
  • Place, Westfield Annapolis Mall
  • Place, Anne Arundel Medical Center
  • Airport, Baltimore, MD (BWI-Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Annapolis Garden Suite

Welcome to our little oasis! We're tucked away on a beautiful residential street yet 7 minutes away from restaurants, coffee shops and all that Annapolis has to offer. 10 minutes from the coast, 30 minutes from Baltimore and 35 minutes from DC.

Your garden suite has a spacious kitchen complete with an oven, dishwasher and Nespresso, two bedrooms (main one comes with a TV opposite the bed, the second bedroom has a desk), a cozy tv nook, laundry and two separate entrances (one on each side of the house). Complete with high speed wifi and a private office space in the 2nd bedroom for remote work surrounded by nature.

This is an in-law suite on the bottom floor of a 3-level home where tenants live on the top floor. There are no shared spaces indoors. The pool is shared. Your suite has a door opening to the side of our backyard and another door opening into the garage. We tried to stock the suite with the things we always need when we travel (spices, pots and pans for cooking, Nespresso, pour over, coffee grinder, towels for sunbathing, Netflix for chilling, etc). Nuestra casa es tu casa.

In case it’s not obvious…we like plants. A lot. Please water our little ones and spritz our air plants if you stay for over a week. They’ll reward you for it!

Guest access

The garden basement suite has two entrances; one in the garage leading down a flight of stairs and another via a set of stone steps that wind through our garden. The garden route is more scenic but not ideal for big suitcases!

Park in our driveway or in the street if you prefer. There's plenty of room.

Our suite is big enough for one dog, but can't accommodate multiple dogs. It's just not big enough for everyone, we've found, and a deep clean between bookings is more thorough when only one dog has been in the space.

Please feel free to give the plants a spritz of water (we usually water on weekends; they'll be fine for up to a week).

We are new to VRBO but have been using other hospitality sites for some time (so far we have 100% five star reviews there)!

We follow an enhanced cleaning process, which is based on a cleaning handbook that was developed in partnership with experts.

Here are a few highlights:

We sanitize high-touch surfaces, down to the doorknob
We use cleaners and disinfectants approved by global health agencies, and I wear protective gear to help prevent cross-contamination
We provide extra cleaning supplies, so you can clean as you stay. Please do!

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Empty compost bin behind pool if you used it
Load sheets in washer for cleaners (not mandatory, but highly appreciated)
Start washer (again not mandatory, but this saves the cleaners an hour each time, as they often have 2-3 loads to wash and dry)
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No smoking in or near the house Smoking away from the house (for example, in the fire pit near the forest) is allowed
Quiet hours 11pm - 7am
Pool use at your own risk (guests assume all liability)

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
Long-term renters welcome
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Annapolis

Located on a river, this holiday home is in Epping Forest, a neighbourhood in Annapolis. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Jonas Green State Park and Sandy Point State Park, while Maryland Hall for Creative Arts and Ballet Theater of Maryland are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium or Alumni Hall. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching.
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Annapolis, MD

What's nearby

  • Annapolis Mall Shopping Center - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Westfield Annapolis Mall - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Anne Arundel Medical Center - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium - 8 min drive - 7.3 km
  • U.S. Naval Academy - 9 min drive - 8.7 km

Getting around

  • Odenton Station - 18 min drive
  • Fort Meade, MD (FME-Tipton) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cheesecake Factory - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Maggiano's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Noodles & Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Annapolis Garden Suite have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Annapolis Garden Suite pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Annapolis Garden Suite?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Annapolis Garden Suite?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Annapolis Garden Suite located?

Located in Epping Forest, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Annapolis Bowl, Westfield Annapolis Mall and Annapolis Mall Shopping Center. Anne Arundel Medical Center and Eisenhower Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a quick overnight stay to attend an event at the Naval Academy! This was the perfect spot!! The accommodations were exactly what we needed!! Thanks for a great stay!!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aja A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Laura was incredibly communicative and a delight as a host. She was understanding and accommodating. The kitchen is gorgeous—wish we had had time to cook! Beds were comfortable, apartment was well laid out. Did not use the pool but it looked like it would have been a good time if we had. Would recommend staying here!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was so amazong and laura could not have been any mroe helpful. It was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were only at this residence for one night, even though we booked for 2. We needed a "base" until 6pm and didn't want to be wandering around Annapolis. This is the first time I've stayed in an owner occupied rental, so I was a little nervous. There was no reason to be. Our hosts were wonderful, friendly, and helpful. It is clear they have worked hard to make a nice place for people to stay and are very generous with their beautiful home. We didn't get to use the pool as we weren't there long, but it was beautiful and inviting (as was the whole area). Wonderful, peaceful visit and we'll certainly give them a look the next time we're back in town. Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karyn O.

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

ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC!

The house is beautiful, clean, and comfortable with a lot of amenities. The grounds are gorgeous -- so peaceful and spacious with lots of plants, trees, and a koi pond. It is just beautiful and serene. While it felt like we were in the woods, the house is just minutes from restaurants, stores, etc. It was a very quick drive to USNA. My mid stayed with me for the weekend and was able to really unwind and relax. Laura is fantastic and so responsive. She even stocked some 1/2-1/2 for my morning coffee! I highly recommend this place and I look forward to coming back when it is warm so that I can sit on the deck and use the pool! The only caution: there are stairs so if someone is disabled, it may not work as the unit is in the bottom part of the gorgeous home.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Laura was a wonderful host, and she made sure we had all the details we needed prior to and during our stay. We felt very welcomed and at home! Great space to come back to following activity-filled days in downtown Annapolis.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nanci W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful space, perfect for our needs. Close to everything in Annapolis. Pool/property was gorgeous. Host was very responsive and was available for all of our questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenni M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, clean and comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shavonne R.

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

Just what we needed.

Needed a central but more importantly private location for our girls trip. Our stay and accommodations were top-tier. The details and amenities were very thoughtful. Beautiful location. Will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

sabrina z.

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

A wonderful retreat

The property is situated in a quiet neighborhood with woods surrounding a spacious backyard. It is well equipped, from cookwares, seasonings, teas, and coffee etc. in the kitchen to toilette, chargers for gadgets, and pet water bowl. It really makes it a home away home. The host, Laura, is always within reach for things and makes sure everything is ok for us. We will come back to stay if we are in town again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lars H.

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

Annapolis Garden Spot

We saw some beautiful fall color on our stay in Annapolis. This was a good stay in a nice basement walkout.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

William L.

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

Laura was great, so was property!

Cool house. Great location. Laura was always quick to respond.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosalynn G.

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

Idyllic stay

I found this idyllic spot when I was looking for a landing spot for a cross country move. The place is beautiful and well furnished - the hosts have thought of everything. The neighborhood is gorgeous and quiet. And very friendly when I was out walking my dog. It was so nice to come off of days of driving to land in a lovely, quiet, comfortable place.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Franca M., Long Branch, New Jersey

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

Fairy Garden

We had a wonderfully, relaxing week in Parole, MD. The accomodations were clean and comfortable. We were in a beautiful woodland setting with a private pool. Our hosts Laura and Jefferson were lovely and ready to assist us in every way. We highly recommend this property. Thank you for a great getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Laura Gamse

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I'm a fairly nomadic filmmaker.

Find my work here: www.daydreamreels.org

Why they chose this property

Our home is on a safe quiet street lined with beautiful trees. Our extended neighborhood has coffeeshops, a movie theater, a True Food Kitchen, a Whole Foods and (most importantly) a kitty cafe all within a ten minute drive. Take a look at our guide to Annapolis for suggestions.

What makes this property unique

We've installed a reverse osmosis water filter for the purest water available, placed plants throughout the suite and added two air purifiers to help spruce up your air quality during these extraordinary times. We also have HEPA air filters in our HVAC systems to further filter coronavirus and other viruses (yes, this is a science-backed intervention used in hospitals and airplanes to keep our air safe).