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Serene Waterfront Cottage with dock and gorgeous views.

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From your private pier
Front of house
Entry area w/ half bathroom
Entry area
Half bath on first floor

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

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Rock Hall, MD
  • The Mainstay
    4 min drive
  • Rock Hall Harbor
    5 min drive
  • Waterman’s Museum
    5 min drive
  • Baltimore, MD (MTN-Martin State)
    129 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 7)

Master Bedroom

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Half bath on 1st floor

Toilet

Master Bathroom

Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Serene Waterfront Cottage with dock and gorgeous views.

Egret's Nest is a charming waterfront cottage located on Gray's Inn Creek with access to the Chesapeake Bay. Drive up an elegant tree lined path and enter paradise! This gorgeous two story Victorian has stunning views from the living room and Master bedroom. Sip wine or morning coffee from the balcony or enjoy dinner on the screened porch. Take a stroll onto your private dock with use of 4 seater paddle boat and/or 2 kayaks. Fish right off your pier.

Property manager

Diane Oliver

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Water view

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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

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
1 well behaved dog

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside is ok with windows and doors closed

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Rock Hall

Located in Rock Hall, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The Mainstay and Waterman’s Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Rock Hall Harbor and Rolphs Wharf Marina. Hazel Miner Monument and Paul Reed Smith Guitars are also worth visiting.
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Rock Hall, MD

What's nearby

  • The Mainstay - 4 min drive
  • Rock Hall Harbor - 5 min drive
  • Waterman’s Museum - 5 min drive
  • Ferry Park - 7 min drive
  • Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Baltimore, MD (MTN-Martin State) - 129 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Harbor Shack - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Waterman's Crab House - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Java Rock - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Get The Scoop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fords Seafood - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serene Waterfront Cottage with dock and gorgeous views. pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Serene Waterfront Cottage with dock and gorgeous views.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serene Waterfront Cottage with dock and gorgeous views.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Serene Waterfront Cottage with dock and gorgeous views. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of The Mainstay, Rock Hall Harbor and Waterman’s Museum. Ferry Park is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Amenities

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

deb r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Triathlon Weekend
Love this place. It was perfect for us. Rooms are spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden slice of heaven
A must book!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice
Nice place with everything I could want. Would stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Dan

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is ideal. House beautiful. Sofa bed not made and we had to search for linens. Kitchen disorganized and lacking appropriate glassware and utensils. We made do but for the price this was not up to standard. We own rental properties and know what is expected of guests. More attention needs to be made. House is lovely despite this
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful relaxation
Beautiful property with wonderful scenery- loved the bird watching, so may Great Blue herons and Great Egret’s. We had everything we needed and enjoyed the house so much
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vickie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Escape
Cute cottage, nicely decorated. River was dirty and full of jellyfish during our stay. One large bedroom so no privacy if bigger party than just a couple. Hide a bed in couch is worn out along with couch. But we made the most of it. Kayaks and peddle boat was awesome!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was very nice
House was very comfortable, great views of water, very quiet area, but close to town. Kitchen was nicely stocked with glasses, plates, utensils. Nice local information packet provided by Diane. Entering and departing process was easy, smooth. Would definitely stay again. Was convenient for local fishing.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fran Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect birthday weekend
A great relaxing weekend. Laid back, quiet, and the house had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joyce G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxed Eastern Shore with birds galore.
Egret's Nest is a charming, comfortable, well appointed home, perfect for relaxing on and off the water. The bird watching is fantastic whether you are looking out the lovely bay windows, sitting on the dock or paddling the calm an beautiful Grays Creek. Each day, we saw Bald Eagle, Heron and Osprey, to name a few. We watched many butterflies in the back yard and got our first view of a tiny hummingbird moth who visited daily. The neighborhood was very peaceful during our August visit. The kitchen is very well stocked. We cooked almost all of our meals and did not want for any cookware. The drive into Rock Hall for provisions or a meal out is quick and easy . Historic Chestertown is only 25 minutes away and is a great place to explore history, cute shops, restaurants and the surprisingly delightful (for cat lovers) Cat Colloquium. Note that the house has only one bedroom - which is enormous, gorgeous and sleeps 4-5. It's great for family togetherness and teenagers may want to stay on the sleeper sofa in the living room.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing five day stay.
The house was comfortable and very clean. My husband and I enjoyed relaxing at this home away from home. We kayaked everyday. Had our breakfast and a couple dinners on the screened in porch. We would love to return in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brenda T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace, water, fireflies and stars.
We all really enjoyed our stay. Very peaceful. My granddaughter and the dog had great fun swimming in the creek. We also enjoyed the kayaks. The house had everything we needed although the water supply was a bit quirky! We appreciated the wine. Thanks for a relaxing vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tuan N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Memorial Day weekend
Beautiful location with a great dock for my boat. The house is very nicely decorated and in great condition. The only problem was the water. Would be taking a shower and the water would go down to nothing. We will surely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

John U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquil Christmas Getaway
We spent 10 incredibly relaxing days at Egret's Nest. Very quiet, lovely views of the creek, geese, and ducks.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing vacation
We both enjoyed the beautiful area and relaxing vibe of the house and area.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rick F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
Great place. Looking forward to next year
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and calm!
A spectacular place to relax and base to visit Eastern Neck Wildlife Refuge and Betterton Beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Nicholas V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Great location. Minor irritation
Loved the property and the kayaks and dock. Water pressure problems entire trip though. Even sent a video to property manager with what was happening. Not resolved. We dealt with it. Water also never actually got hot. Also the smoke detectors would randomly go off. Happened about 5 times. Once at 2am. Ugh. Great place. Minor irritation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristin Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Days by the Water
We spent 6 days there. I enjoyed sitting on the dock and watching the birds, lots of herons and ospreys. The screened in porch was great for meals. The inlet was quiet without much boat traffic. We enjoyed the kayaks and the paddle boat. We did not try the canoe. The kitchen was well stocked with kitchenware. We enjoyed some of the supplied games. Rock Hall is a quiet little town, not much in the way of shops, but there is a small grocery and drug store and coffee shop. Property manager responded quickly when I texted a question. Would recommend for a quiet family trip on the water.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alison P., Washington, DC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
We just spent a long weekend here and had a wonderful time. Our kids absolutely loved fishing off the dock in the back and our dog was in heaven with the trees, lovely back yard and water. We spent some time at the nearby Eastern Neck Wildlife Refuge, just a short drive away, and Rock Hall’s Main Street area. Great little shops, coffee and food. Will definitely return if we get the chance!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden gem!
We had a lovely stay at Eagle’s Nest and look forward to returning for another relaxing weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ann C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location and So Serene
We had a fabulous, relaxing vacation while staying at Egret's Nest. The location is beautiful and so serene. We thoroughly enjoyed the kayaks and the convenience of being right on the water. Hanging out on the pier reading and snacks an cocktails on the screened-in porch were also favored activities. Thank you for sharing your slice of heaven!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Denette S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Waterfront Cottage
Great location in quiet neighborhood with views of the water. Very nice property with kayaks and fishing right out the backdoor. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

6/10 Okay

Jackie and Rick H., Chatham

Liked: Check-in, location
Nice but not without problems
My husband, dog and I spent 3 days at Egret's Nest in early May 2021. The house itself is nicely laid out and more spacious than expected. Lots of windows overlooking the river, a small screened-in porch off the living area on the first floor and a small deck off the bedroom on the second floor. The house was reasonably clean. However, we lost power on our first two nights. The first night was due to high winds, the second night due to an accident, which was miles from the house. Both outages lasted less than a few hours BUT be aware that no power means NO WATER! The water is supplied via electric pump (read: low water pressure), hence no water during a power outage. Not even a dribble. To make matters worse, there was no bottled water in the house. We had to make do with what was in our water bottles that we had brought with us. A rental house situated in an area with such a fragile infrastructure should be equipped with a generator, a water cooler or, at the very least, a supply of bottled water for guests' use. And guests should certainly be forewarned rather than left to figure things out in the dark with only one flashlight and some sad candles. Overall we enjoyed our stay, though it was an overpriced, frustrating experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Jon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful MD getaway
This was a wonderful vacation rental that had much to offer. The property was very clean and well-organized. Eating our meals in the 180-degree vestibule viewing the water was an everyday joy. We enjoyed the kayaks and was able to take our toddler out on the gentle creek, which he fully enjoyed. Overall we had a wonderful, relaxing time at the Egret's Nest and would certainly come again. The only minor hick-up we were not fully expecting the house to be a one-bedroom based on the profile. This may have been my oversight rather than the listing's. In any event, this was not a problem for us with toddler who could use the pull out in the master. But I could see it being an issue with families with multiple children if they were not expecting it.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nina K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely wonderful
In addition to the wonderful house and water (and kayaks), we were pleasantly surprised by the eating options at (outside on decks) at nearby Rock Hall - on the water and good seafood each night. The little town looked cute but few things open right now.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021

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