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9.4

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 245 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Barbecue grill

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Scotland, MD

Confederate Memorial Park15 min walk
Point Lookout State Park5 min drive
St. Mary's College of Maryland17 min drive
Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)115 min drive

Most relevant reviews

4/10 Poor

Location is wonderful. Greeted by an overwhelming smell of ant spray and ants in the kitchen and living area. Lock stopp...

Kim L.

Jul 3, 2023

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

About this property

Culag at Scotland Yards

Modest and cozy, this one-bedroom, one-bath cottage is a sweet reminder of the classic love song of summer.
Culag translates to ‘wee one back behind’ from Scottish Gaelic. The heart of this natural beauty lies in its serene allure, allowing you to focus on the tranquility of the Chesapeake without interruption. Spend your getaway soaking your feet in the Bay as you wade with Maryland’s native blue crabs swimming along the Bay, then relax on the reclining outdoor Adirondack chairs afterwards in the warm evening. A surrounding greenery of lush, manicured yards and towering trees gives you the added embrace of nature to your vacation, all while the salted shoreline is a just short walk away down the road.
An untouched wonder, Culag is a comfortable retreat for those looking for meditation and relaxation in a rustic, remote setting. The cottage offers a number of amenities, including a full, complete kitchen, an outdoor grill on the private deck, a queen bed, and a washer and dryer for your ease. With coffee in hand, you can bask in the sun all while enjoying the air conditioning from within the extended sunroom, or meditate in the salted air on the front patio deck that overlooks the flowered garden.
For your stay, we’ve included two bicycles that are provided year-round, and two kayaks that are available from late spring to early fall only, for your safety.

Property manager

Mindy Klingensmith

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Water view

Take the kayaks out ( 2 available with life jackets)

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

This property accepts cash

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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Scotland

This holiday home is located in Point Lookout, a neighbourhood in Scotland, and is in a rural area. Dennis Point Marina and Smith Point Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Kinsale Museum and Reedville Fishermen's Museum.

Scotland, MD

What's nearby

Confederate Memorial Park - 15 min walk
Point Lookout State Park - 5 min drive
St. Mary's College of Maryland - 17 min drive
Elms Beach Park - 19 min drive
Patuxent River Naval Air Station - 24 min drive

Getting around

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 116 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Quarters at Pier450 - ‬11 min drive
‪Courtney's Restaurant-Seafood - ‬11 min drive
‪Kellam's Seafood - ‬8 min drive
‪Monk's Inn - ‬11 min drive
‪Club Maryland - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Culag at Scotland Yards pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Culag at Scotland Yards?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Culag at Scotland Yards?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Culag at Scotland Yards located?

Located in Point Lookout, this holiday home is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Confederate Memorial Park and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Point Lookout State Park. St. Mary's College of Maryland and Elms Beach Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

9.4

Exceptional

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

4/10 Poor

Kim L., Lewes, De

3 July 2023

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Underwhelmed

Location is wonderful. Greeted by an overwhelming smell of ant spray and ants in the kitchen and living area. Lock stopped working and it took over an hour to get someone on site to assist. That person did not Bring a key and had to “break into” the house to Put new batteries in the lock. Responders shared they they can break into many of the properties of this host. We left early since we did not know people who “broke into” the home to fix the lock. I tried to get someone to call me to discuss concerns. Nobody called me.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

12 June 2023

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

Wife's birthday weekend

The property was nice, just the right size for 2 people, a dishwasher would be nice. It was quiet, all the flatware,pots were ok.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren F.

1 June 2023

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

Great little cottage!

Such a cute little cottage, perfect for a weekend get away! We stayed here because we were attending a wedding in the area and I’d definitely stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher A.

28 May 2023

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

Awesome 9-5 Getaway

My wife and I, along with our doggo, spent 3 nights at Culag and it was everything we were looking for. We both work 40+ hrs weekly and haven't taken a break in a while, and this cozy little out-of-the-way house was a perfect escape from everything. Two bikes and kayaks were available for use (though we unfortunately only utilized the bikes due to the water currents [we're novice kayakers]), kitchen fully stocked with cooking utensils, bathroom fully stocked with towels and all toiletries, smart TV and WiFi, perfect all-around! Great for a single couple (1 bed in bedroom) or 1-2 kids (pullout loveseat bed in living area). Owner was very quick to respond to messages, both before we arrived and while at the house, really couldn't recommend more! Only "negative" is personal preference, the bed was just too firm, as we both prefer softer beds. Finally, as with any out-of-the-way properties, make sure you're prepared to lose cell service! I stupidly forgot and had to drive back to the main road to gather the entrance credentials as I had no service, totally my fault for not being prepared. We'd definitely love to return in the future!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

19 Feb 2023

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

Weekend getaway

Beautiful, quaint location. Quiet and secluded, just what we needed! Perfect size for the two of us.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Brian H.

22 Jan 2023

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

Culag

Host had great communication and was very helpful. Nice cozy little place in near point lookout.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline L.

23 Oct 2022

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

Repeat visit

Perfect spot. So perfect this was our second visit.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Kendra G.

19 Sept 2022

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

LOCATION!!

We love St Mary’s County but have never stayed at the southern tip. It was beautiful. What a surprise to see sunrise on the Chesapeake Bay right from the porch! Culag was perfect. It is tiny but has everything you need. There is a queen bed in the single bedroom. We normally like a king…a king might fit, but the quality of the mattress was perfect. Nice and firm and it gave us a comfortable night’s sleep. The main living space is a living room/kitchen combination. The loveseat is a twin pullout bed as well and the side chair and ottoman are substantial. We found the rolling kitchen cart unnecessary and taking up space so we easily moved it into the ample bedroom closet during our stay. The bathroom adjoins the bedroom and is roomy and includes a washer and dryer in the interior closet located in the bathroom. The sunroom gives more sitting space including a small dining space. I’d want to flip the chairs if possible to face the windows but it may not be possible to fit with the entry door swing, but that’s a minor suggestion. The kitchen is nicely equipped including a grinder for coffee beans—wish I had brought some! The porch offers even more seating to enjoy what is most spectacular, the location. The beach is a bit of a walk back towards the main road that takes you to the property but worth it. What a view and tiny slice of heaven. There is not a lot of restaurant selection south of Lexington Park. We ate at Hacienda Los Guayabos Mexican Grill one night and Pier 450 for Sunday brunch. The Mexican Grill had a good selection, great service and was a bargain especially noting that the kitchen is open after 9pm. Pier 450 was excellent! We would come back to the area just for that. Again, location, location, not to mention a wonderful chef and menu. I wanted one of everything! I know where to stay next time I’m in southern Maryland!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Morgan P.

12 Aug 2022

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

A great spot to get away

Overall we had a great stay! The property is very quiet with lots of space for pups to explore. My husband and I enjoyed the deck and grill every night. The private beach nearby is awesome, but was a little farther of a walk than expected. We went almost every day and were alone each time! The house was also great (the perfect size for two people). Wifi was perfect! We did have trouble with ants and spiders in the house. There were spiderwebs and dusty areas as well. All were manageable, but we wished we had brought a bottle of all-purpose cleaning spray or found some bug spray. Overall, we loved our stay and would recommend to anyone wanting a quiet little spot with a short walk to a quiet beach. Our pups loved it too!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kaley M.

5 Aug 2022

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

it was an amazing stay

it was a perfect size house for me and my spouse. it was an amazing experience! definitely recommend staying here!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Charles L., Aberdeen, MD

16 July 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

Quiet and cozy

This cottage was in a very friendly neighborhood. We felt like we had a private beach although it was close to a quarter mile walk. Bay views were limited as the front porch was unusable due to overgrowth of shrubbery and disrepair of porch boards. Upon arrival, the cottage had hair remains of previous pets with fur on bathroom walls. Also ceiling corners had cobwebs, and there was a hole in the kitchen cieling. Garden was so overgrown with weeds, my wife ended up weeding the garden and were pleasantly surprised to find flowers growing. With all of this, we had a wonderful vacation.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judith T.

9 July 2022

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

Relaxing

We had a great stay. Clean, neat. Everything we expected! We knew that it was secluded, but I want to make sure that whoever is coming, make sure you plan what you want to eat TOTALLY, and bring it with you. No ice cream stores, no grocery stores..all 20-25 minutes away, one way. Same with any restaurants. Great time.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet J., Middle River, Md

18 May 2022

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

Quiet, pleasant getaway

The property is just as advertised - small but with everything we needed for our short visit. Met our main criteria which is that we can bring our dog along with us. Not many options for food in the area so next time we will bring more groceries but other than that we thoroughly enjoyed the stay. Quiet and peaceful with views of the Chesapeake and a short walk or bike ride to the private beach area. The bed is very comfortable and there is plenty of hot water with good water pressure in the shower. Kitchen has all the dishes and cooking utensils we needed. We enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine C.

14 Sept 2021

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

Cute Little Cottage for a Getaway

A little bit off the beaten path, but this place was adorable! I happened to be in the area and the owner was nice enough to let me stay for just one night before I had to start heading home. It really was the breath of fresh - albeit salty! - air I needed to reset my mind. I used the provided bikes and biked to the community beach nearby, and got to dig my toes into the sand while watching the waves. It’s such a cute, removed, area too- I can’t wait to come back.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peg K.

12 Sept 2021

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

Adorable Cottage with Easy Beach Access & Views from Deck

This location on the Chesapeake Bay is perfect for a getaway. One one side of the property is wooded land and on the other side Bay views. Plus is only two hours from Washington, DC and no Bay Bridge backup! Feels spacious for size. The new local restaurant Pier450 was also a big plus. I love to cook but everybody needs to eat out sometime on vacation.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

4 Aug 2021

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Last minute switch made by company… pictures are deceiving

I rented a different cottage at first..,company said there was a septic problem at first choice, so they moved me to a different cottage right next door. The 2nd location smelled musty, spider webs were present, ac didn’t work properly, remote to ceiling fan not working, bikes were rusty, washing machine was very loud …AND when I drove by my first rental, it looked like they had rented it out. I didn’t see a septic company working on the property. There was a truck backed in there all week and towels on the deck. If there really was a problem at my first rental, I am very, very thankful this company didn’t cancel on me, but I would think some kind of refund for my inconvenience would be a nice touch. Especially if there wasn’t a real problem and they just wanted more money by renting out another place. With that being said, I would NOT use this company again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Lacey W., Arlington, VA, USA

3 Aug 2021

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

Cottage at Summerlee

My original booking had to be moved because of a septic issue at Culag, so the management company moved me to the Cottage at Summerlee. It wasn't as nice as Culag--no Florida room, a very small double bed, really just a studio with a partial room partition. The beach access was nice, though. The cottage was fine, a little dark, but the management company could take maintenance more seriously. An overhead light didn't work, and they insisted it never worked and no one could figure out why. Then they sent someone out, and it turned out there were no bulbs in there, and no one had ordered any. The AC in the main part of the house also did not work, and they insisted no one could fix it. The guy who came for the light tested the outlet and found the problem immediately. I wouldn't be surprised if these problems aren't fixed for the next guest. The cottage would be quite a bit nicer with more thorough maintenance, and the location is great.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K., Topeka Kansas

7 July 2021

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

Perfect for two!

Peaceful & comfortable cottage with everything you could need! Short walk to beach. Had fun crabbing! Bed was super comfortable & property manager was attentive & friendly!!! We’re coming back!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lilibeth S., Chesapeake Beach

18 Apr 2021

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

Wonderful get away

Beautiful little house with all the conveniences of home. We enjoyed walking to the nearby beach.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline L.

5 Apr 2021

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

Holiday weekend

Very tranquil location. Cottage has just what we needed.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Alicia S.

1 Apr 2021

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

Very bright and comfortable cottage. Good size for a couple.

We enjoyed our stay, nice and quiet as most of the homes around us were unoccupied.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

6/10 Okay

Brittany F.

18 Feb 2021

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice, but not clean

We have rented the Summerlee Cottage from Scotland Yards/Peggy Binzel before. This was our first stay at Culag with the same property management company. The house itself is nice, quiet, and peaceful. The heating was great for the very chilly stay. The only downside was that almost every single dish was very obviously dirty. Coffee droplets in mugs and yellow on forks, like egg yolk, and smears in cooking pans, and more. I emailed the property manager twice about this, but still have not received any response. It's not very reassuring for any potential future stays with this company. Great area for some down time and beach exploring, though!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

12 Jan 2021

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

A tiny bungalo for two and the four-leggeds

We loved our stay at this snug and cozy house by the bay. A lovely winter trip--we spent our days walking to the little beach head down the road, going to the State Park for a longer walk on the beach, and watching the skies. (By day, the clouds scud in from the bay At night, star watchers will be pleased, as we were, by the spread above.) The house had everything we needed to cook and relax. A lovely stay--we will definitely return!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth J., Fairfax, Virginia

27 Nov 2020

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

Point Lookout

We had a great time during our stay. The house was nicely furnished with a nicely equipped kitchen. Enjoyed our dinner at Pier 450

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth (Betsy) C.

2 Nov 2020

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

Liked the peace and quiet!

What a great place where we continue to reTurn!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

About the host

Hosted by Mindy Klingensmith

Love urban life; also, love the isolated beach with amazing wildlife. Scotland is a welcome retreat from hectic city life.

Why they chose this property

Scotland is a rare find. Rarely do you find an area that begins with beautiful forests and opens up onto fabulous beaches. Little traffic but only 2 hours from Washington or Baltimore. I discovered a jewel.

What makes this property unique

Sunrise over the Bay with morning coffee is heavenly. Walks on the beach. Take a 30 minute kayak ride or a 5 hours one - very convenient out the front door. Enjoy a tasting of good quality local wines at beautiful Woodlawn plantation just 10 miles away.