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Peaceful Waterfront Retreat ~ 23 Private Acres With Dock & Pool

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Marina
Pool
Front Yard
Deck

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 17278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Cambridge, MD
  • Harriet Tubman Museum and Educational Center
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Choptank River Lighthouse
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Long Wharf Park
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Easton, MD (ESN-Easton - Newnam)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 17)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Double Beds

Family room

1 Double Futon

Sun room

1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Deck

Outdoor shower

Hallway

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Laundry room

Toilet

Master Bedroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bedroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Peaceful Waterfront Retreat ~ 23 Private Acres With Dock & Pool

Brick rancher nestled on a 23-acre nature hideaway. Large deck attached to a huge screened porch overlooking (private) in-ground pool and private cove. Quiet, peaceful, tranquil--the PERFECT vacation location.

BRING YOUR BOAT (boat slip provided), kayak, row boat, rafts, etc. and launch from the (private) dock. Fish and crab from the dock or get out the binoculars and do some bird watching. Bring your bike or rent a bike, the terrain is flat and scenic. Enjoy the pool, relax in a hammock, play croquet (provided) and/or horseshoes (provided), the possibilities are endless.

Kitchen is fully-equipped (electric stove, 2 large ovens and an ice maker) and open to family room (with queen sleeper sofa) and dining room. From this 'great' room you can see the cove/fishing creek, woods, pool and gardens (and you will most likely see deer eating the flowers). Two master bedrooms, both with king-sized beds, private baths and one has a fireplace; bedroom three has one double bed and one bunk bed with double futon on bottom and single bed on top; bedroom four has two double beds. House is 1 story, all rooms on same level. Sunroom has queen sleeper sofa with its own air conditioning/heating unit.

Screened porch is furnished with small refrigerator to keep cold drinks close at hand.

Some dogs are allowed with prior approval of the owner. No Pitbull dogs allowed.

Cambridge offers many fine restaurants, antique shops, fishing, boating and much more. Serenity Acres is ten minutes from downtown Cambridge, 15 minutes from Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge, ten minutes from the Cambridge Hyatt Resort located on Route 50, 90 minutes from Ocean City Maryland and 100 minutes from Baltimore and Washington.

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Property manager

Addie Bowler
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Prior approval required NO PITBULL DOGS ALLOWED.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

About the area

Cambridge

Located in Cambridge, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Richardson Maritime Museum and Harriet Tubman Museum and Educational Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Ruark Boatworks and Bay Country Shop. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
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Cambridge, MD

What's nearby

  • Harriet Tubman Museum and Educational Center - 23 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Choptank River Lighthouse - 24 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Long Wharf Park - 24 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Gerry Boyle Park at Great Marsh - 24 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Dorchester County Visitors Center - 24 min drive - 16.6 km

Getting around

  • Cambridge Station - 25 min drive
  • Easton, MD (ESN-Easton - Newnam) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Lil' Bitta Bull BBQ - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Great Wall Chinese Restaurant - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Portside Seafood Restaurant - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Peaceful Waterfront Retreat ~ 23 Private Acres With Dock & Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Peaceful Waterfront Retreat ~ 23 Private Acres With Dock & Pool pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Peaceful Waterfront Retreat ~ 23 Private Acres With Dock & Pool?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful Waterfront Retreat ~ 23 Private Acres With Dock & Pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful Waterfront Retreat ~ 23 Private Acres With Dock & Pool located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Christ Rock Park, Snows Turn Park and Spocott Windmill. Eastern Shore Hospital Center and Richardson Maritime Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 73 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

HARRY M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
fantastic. it was everything we had hoped for and more. would recommend it to anyone wanting to enjoy a relaxing vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina G.

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

Family getaway

Great spot away from the big city nice swimming pool private dock for fishing beautiful landscape… kitchen is full equipped with everything you need from grilling to cooking inside nice ice machine to help keep all drinks cold as well as a beverage fridge. Large master bedrooms good size house for a large family get away would stay here again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home / property. Check in process was easy. Excellent communication from host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra D.

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

2 families vacation

My sister and I had both of our families stay in this home for our family vacation. We have 8 teenagers between us. There was so much to do at this house and the kids were entertained all week. The home was spacious, clean, and well stocked! Great home!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jean R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Rustic but not remote

The road to the property is not paved. It is one lane. We had to back up to let trucks through. Wi Fi was challenging since we had to check work emails. The grill was charcoal not gas. There were issues with the garbage which were addressed by the landlord. The pool and house were enjoyable.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William O.

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

Just the right place for our stay

This house was amazing. Very clean and well kept place. Stayed for a long weekend and the layout and house was all we could ask for. I would highly recommend this place to anyone who wants a great place to stay in Cambridge MD.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

darlene t.

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

Great place for family gatherings

Wonderful property with plenty of space to spread out. Quiet and peaceful. Our family loved spending the weekend here. Thanks.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ed K.

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

perfect retreat

Everything was perfect, the house, pool, and dock! Relaxed in the pool, crabbed from the dock and watched the deer and rabbits from the dining room window. We did not want for anything! Would definitely return!!!!!!!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

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

Idyllic getaway

Wonderful place for an extended family get-together. Have stayed twice and undoubtedly will visit again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

William F.

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

Bay House Vacation

We had a fantastic vacation. Most days were spent lounging around the pool. We enjoyed fishing and crabbing from the pier.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria C.

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

Amazing

This places is amazing!!! Kitchen has everything you need. Also, the owners are super nice and super responsive. I love it!!! I will probably book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

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

Large ranch style Chesapeake Bay house rental

Well maintained large private property, nice big dock, we were able to bring our own boat, fun to fish and crab from dock and kayak/paddle board in the quiet cove area. Nice large screened in porch, good sized pool, very clean, quiet, fully stocked kitchen, easy check-in process, ample parking for multiple cars and our boat trailer. Allowing pets was an added bonus!! My family ranging from ages 9-71 years old enjoyed our 5 day, 4 night stay. Would definitely rent again! Thank you for sharing your home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Teresa H.

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

Family vacation

Wonderful private property set back on the water. Easy access to Cambridge. We fished, crabbed, and swam all week. Very relaxing and peaceful. Accomodations were great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katy F.

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

Wonderful house, great pool, private location!

House was amazing, everything in working order, and pool was perfect. Very much enjoyed our stay! Only disappointment was the water level and murkiness in the creek, but didn't stop us from crabbing, fishing, and taking our kayaks out!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tammy R.

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

Annual family vacation

We recently stayed at this fantastic house and it was everything we hoped for and more! The property featured a private dock and pool, which were perfect for our family. We spent countless hours fishing and crabbing right off the dock, and the pool was a great way to cool off and relax. The kitchen was spacious and well-equipped, making it easy to prepare meals for our group. We also loved the abundance of outdoor seating options, which allowed us to enjoy the beautiful weather and scenic views comfortably. Overall, this house provided the perfect setting for a memorable vacation. We highly recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway with plenty of amenities and activities! Tammy R.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irwin W.

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

A Perfectly Serene Location for Our Family Vacation

We thoroughly enjoyed the spacious, well-equipped, comfortable home and property, spending much of our time on the screened porch and around the pool. We enjoyed crabbing and fishing from the dock as well. The house was perfect for six adults and two children. In the words of our 10-year-old granddaughter, “This is the best vacation house ever!”
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Courtnay S.

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

Family Getaway

My family had an awesome weekend! The house was clean and well stocked. The area is quiet and private. A wonderful place to relax and unwind. Flies are a serious problem!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara A.

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

3 generations

Property was clean and well supplied. We loved the private dock that was perfect for crabbing, fishing and paddle boarding. The charcoal grill was a surprise so make sure you bring charcoal and lighter fluid. Our only challenge was the number of flies. I'm told that this is a problem in the entire area. Bring fly strips! We loved the screened in porch. Be careful of the ceiling fans if you are tall.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Billie Jean D.

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

Awesome Getaway

It was a wonderful location! Not only did we crab off the dock but we brought our boat. We caught the biggest crabs..just amazing. The kitchen was FULLY equipped! Love the pool and the screen in porch. House had everything that is needed. It was so peaceful, quiet, and relaxing!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

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

Unbelievable!

This property was fantastic! It was stocked with every comfort you could ask for. The owner was so gracious when we had an AC problem, repair men were there in minutes. Definately going back! Thank you Addie for a glorious getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Beth O., Ellicott City, MD

Best Kept Cambridge Secret

This is a great find! We were so happy with Serenty Acres that we booked two years in a row! The house and grounds are very well taken care. The kitchen is very well stocked and the beds are very comfortable. We enjoyed the screened porch every evening. We love the freedom of being able to bring our dog who definitely enjoys frequent "dips" in the cove! We had a blast fishing and crabbing right from the dock. We were very happy to hear that Serenity Acres survived Hurricane Irene! We are looking forward to coming back next year!

10/10 Excellent

Ruth M., Alden

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

Wonderful family vacation

We had a great time at Serenity Acres. The house is as large as the photos show. We LOVED the pool, the ice maker and the way the bun machine makes coffee fast! Even though it rained a lot, the bugs weren't too bad. We spent hours outside every day and weren't bit much. Never used our insect repellant. The birds are fantastic. You can hear birds calling all the time. There are eastern bluebirds, bald eagles, swallows, doves, so many mocking birds and more to be seen every day. We hope to return someday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Kristine C.

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

Peaceful getaway

My family and I had a great, peaceful stay with fun times crabbing off the dock and swimming in the pool. We caught dozens of crabs! Addie was quick to respond to questions and address the pool issues. We encountered many flying insects, but we were able to fend them off with a few cans of insect repellent, and the property has mosquito traps that were very helpful. The multiple refrigerators were great to keep cold drinks on hand, and the kitchen was well-appointed. The layout of the house worked out well with everyone having their own room and then everyone being able to comfortably hang out and watch movies in the family room. The privacy of the property and serene waterfront views added to the peaceful nature of the property. It was a wonderful place to spend time with family and relax.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy B.

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

Beautiful Home!

We had a lovely stay at your beautiful home. We were very happy with the location on a private bay area with dock and crab traps! The kids loved floating on the water and hanging out, crabbing and fishing off the dock. The pool was also a special highlight, and we all spent many hours each day lounging and swimming. The house itself was perfect! The rooms are all beautifully furnished and very comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked and state of the art. The appliances worked perfectly and the air conditioning was also in top working order. We played lots of the games in the closet (competitive pictionary was a big it!!), bocci ball, volleyball and foozball, and watched movies together in the evening. It was a wonderful vacation. We have not one complaint and would to come back again. Thank you so much!!! Tracy, Tom and kids (ages 10, 13, 16)
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

C.F. (Nick) W., Brecksville, Ohio

Private, Serene and Luxurious

This aptly-named property is the best on the Eastern Shore! Spacious, totally private property on beautiful Fishing Creek just 10 minutes south of Cambridge. It has all of the sought-after attributes:a private, deepwater cove; a nice dock for boating, crabbing and fishing; a convenient put-in for kayaks; lovely, unending shoreline to explore; very large yards surrounded by trees; a refreshing pool and a lovely house that is large and well-furnished. The house is designed and stocked for large gatherings, yet comfortable for 2. We could have accommodated 15 for our birthday party (and for overnight). Tranquil, early-morning kayaking made a Bay believer out of my Midwestern girlfriend. Off the dock we caught a few crabs, we caught fish (a nice hardhead or croaker) and we just enjoyed the beauty of the waterfront site. Can't believe it was available as recently as 2003. What a find! Good job, Dwight!.

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