House in Port Republic, MD

Our Always Dreaming Cottage - The Bay At Your Back Steps

Our Always Dreaming Cottage - The Bay At Your Back Steps

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The Bay is our backyard.
Double decker on the beach!
Steps to the beach
Walk right out to the waters edge, shallow depth
Lower deck with pier to our community pier

Overview of Our Always Dreaming Cottage - The Bay At Your Back Steps

4.8 out of 5 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 4115 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Beach viewBeach viewBeach view

Check out the area

Port Republic, MD
  • Popular LocationCalvert Cliffs State Park18 min drive
  • Popular LocationBreezy Point Beach26 min drive
  • AirportLeonardtown, MD (LTW-St. Marys County)29 min drive
  • Popular LocationPatuxent River Naval Air Station32 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1st Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2nd Master Bedroom

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Our Always Dreaming Cottage - The Bay At Your Back Steps

Welcome to The Aways Dreaming Cottage with two bedrooms which sleeps four (4) – where dreaming is a pastime you will enjoy. There is not another cottage with this Bay access and two level decks, for these multi-walking miles of beach front. Our cottage is a privately-owned Chesapeake Bay front home only steps from the water’s edge. Located just 50 mins from Washington, DC, 14 miles north of the quaint seaport village of Solomons Island and 40 minutes south of Maryland’s capitol of Annapolis, the Always Dreaming Cottage at Kenwood Beach will relax you with quiet walks on the beach, fossil, shark tooth and sea glass collecting and best of all the lull of lapping waves as you enjoy the sunsets on the water’s reflection.
Don’t fight the bridge traffic, come enjoy all the Chesapeake Bay has to offer on the Western Shore!
During your week stay with us enjoy nearby Calvert Marine Museum, Calvert Cliffs, Flag Pond, craft, flea and antique malls, concerts of mainline stars in intimate venues or local wineries and evening music entertainment. Prefer quiet afternoons? Enjoy a book on the back deck, track marine traffic as it steams by or sun bathe on the master suite’s private deck on the second floor of our Always Dreaming beach side cottage.
If you enjoy kayaks and swimming our calm bay waters are inviting you to visit our shores. One of the few Bay coastlines where you can walk for several miles, this section of the Chesapeake Bay Western shore is an uncrowded wonderland. If you enjoy fishing or crabbing, our private community dock is only steps away from our house. Amenities such as restaurants and grocery shopping are nearby for your convenience either north to Prince Frederick or South to Lusby/Solomons Island.
Our Always Dreaming Cottage is a two bedroom, two and a half bath home, with a fully equipped kitchen and gas barbecue grill. The owners are in the neighborhood easily available if a need arises or for suggestions of local activities of interest. We are a water conservative community and household, so showers only and no baths. The home does not have a dishwasher or washer/dryer at this time. There is a local laundromat. Sheets, bath and beach towels can be provided for a small additional charge or you may bring your own. The master suite has a queen-sized bed. The second bedroom has a full-size new bed with a private bath. The house is limited to four adults maximum occupancy. Bring your own water sport toys, sand castle building sets, kayaks, etc. to enjoy your time with us at the Always Dreaming Cottage.



Property manager

Robert
Premier Host
Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill
Beach view
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed
With prior agreement w/owner

Pets

Pets allowed
Please provide info on pets in order to be approve

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only on driveway and not on deck, thanks
It's our home and not a motel, please enjoy this awesome beach location and we hope you love it as much as we do.

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: With prior agreement w/owner
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

About the area

Port Republic

Located in Port Republic, this cottage is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Battle Creek Cypress Swamp Sanctuary and Calvert Cliffs State Park, while Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center and Bruce Gabrielson's Surf Art Gallery and Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum and Chesapeake Beach Water Park. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkelling and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and ecotours.

What's nearby

  • Calvert Cliffs State Park - 18 min drive
  • Cove Point Lighthouse - 20 min drive
  • Breezy Point Beach - 26 min drive
  • Chesapeake Beach Water Park - 29 min drive
  • Patuxent River Naval Air Station - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 10 min drive
  • Gordy's - 10 min drive
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill - 10 min drive
  • Brick Wood Fired Bistro - 9 min drive
  • Heritage 485 - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Our Always Dreaming Cottage - The Bay At Your Back Steps pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Our Always Dreaming Cottage - The Bay At Your Back Steps?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Our Always Dreaming Cottage - The Bay At Your Back Steps?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Our Always Dreaming Cottage - The Bay At Your Back Steps located?

Nestled on the beach, this Port Republic cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Battle Creek Cypress Swamp Sanctuary, Perigeaux Vineyards and Winery and Running Hare Vineyard. Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum and Calvert Cliffs State Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

4.8

Exceptional

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4.8/5

Cleanliness

4.9/5

Check-in

4.9/5

Communication

4.9/5

Location

4.9/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Dianne E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Wonderful Stay!!
My friend and I stayed at this wonderful VRBO for 3 nights and loved every minute. The beds are very comfortable, Robert is very responsive in communication and the setting on the Bay cannot be beat. The house is quaint, kitchen is stocked well and again, the view cannot be beat and the two decks and porches are special. We will be back. Thank you Robert!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

5/5 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The View
The view was spectacular!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

5/5 Excellent

Rashell W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach Paradise⛱️🏖️
As soon as I seen the view of Bay from the pictures, I was SOLD!!! ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS!! Having basically our own private beach just a few steps away was PRICELESS. Robert was a pleasure to communicate with and was available immediately if needed and was very accommodating. Having access to the Pier was a bonus and we also met a few locals that were very informative and friendly...we can't say enough of how much we enjoyed our stay and we are already planning our stay for next year. Thank you Robert for the memorable beach vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

5/5 Excellent

Lori B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
We had a wonderful time! The property was clean and comfortable. The view amazing! Very responsive owners, dog friendly setting, and nice community made it the perfect getaway for our family!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

3/5 Okay

Donna I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation
Was disappointed, that we weren’t able to swim, due to jelly fish. I wish was knew, would not have booked. But did enjoy the view and quiet beach, although locals, say not to go pass pier due to rivalry with the neighbors, so, only walked few feet from house. Suggest a another queen size bed. Doors and storm doors could use oiling up, upstairs kept flying open at night. Trash containers were already full when we got there, so, our trash went over flowing. We did arrive a few hours early, my apology, but door was unlocked. The deck close to the beach was awesome. Had to fill up a bucket to wash off our feet, cause hose had a hole in it. But, we had the best time with what we had. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Robert

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Love the neighborhood and this is our second home and just around the corner to assist our guests.

Why they chose this property

Comfortable, laid back, friendly neighborhood, good for families and couples

What makes this property unique

Close to so many attractions and great for families. Miles of beach to walk, easy living, a view and location that can't be beat by any other house in the area.

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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