1.5 hours from D.C. - No Bay Bridge - Indoor Pool - Private Beach - Sunsets
5.0
Outstanding(77 Reviews)House in Chesapeake Bay, NC
11 guests · 4 bedrooms · 6 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
About this house rental
Welcome to an exceptional private home on St. George Island--just 1.5 hours from Washington, DC (without going over the Bay Bridge!). This River Run property sits on 3 acres for the best in privacy, relaxation, and recreation. At this location, upriver from the Chesapeake Bay, the Potomac River is 4 miles wide, providing an exquisite vista and lots of opportunities for water activities. The 150 ft. pier with built-in benches is perfect for morning coffee, crabs for lunch, spectacular evening sunsets, fishing and checking for crabs in the pots attached to the pier – rods, reels and crabbing equipment provided. Various sizes of life jackets are provided. There is a nearby public ramp to launch your boat or personal watercraft. Solomons Island (popular weekend destination with boat/jet ski rentals) and wineries are within a 30 minute drive.
The private beach is great for sunning, reading, launching kayaks and paddle boards. Kids will have lots of fun playing in the sand and collecting sea glass. Beach toys and floats are provided. The huge screened-in porch is great for dining, chatting, or quietly enjoying the views. There is an indoor, heated (non-diving) swimming pool, and the pool room comes complete with a popcorn machine (popcorn supplied) and a commercial frozen drink machine for Slushies and margaritas (alcohol not provided). Pool toys are provided.
Outside there is ample room for volleyball, badminton, cornhole toss, croquet, bocce, horseshoes and barbecuing (provided). An old-fashioned tree swing is available as well as two full- size hammocks suspended from nearby trees. The outdoor shower also has a gorgeous water view. Plenty of wood is provided for the fire-pit on the beach which is a great conversation spot, and fun for roasting hot dogs and toasting marshmallows, utensils provided. Included, for your pleasure is a kayak, canoe, and two stand-up paddle boards. A variety of other pool/beach toys are also available for your fun.
The pier has a boathouse on which there is an osprey nest and usually occupied. Other wildlife which may be observed on occasion includes bald eagles, heron, seagulls, deer, fox, rabbits, and squirrels. Smaller birds usually visible include hummingbird, robin, redbird, bluebird, woodpecker and many others. Our friendly community cat CC is also likely to visit you if you choose to say hi to him or feed him. In the water you may see dolphin, skates, sea horses, and many variety of fish. September and October are excellent months for crabs.
Check in is at 4:00 pm. Check out at 10:00 am. A four-digit code will be configured in the digital locks at both entrance doors prior to arrival. This feature eliminates lost keys, lockouts, etc.
The 1st floor has a Master Bedroom suite with full bath and sleeps two. This level has an open floor plan, including a large family room, dining room and kitchen, all with river views. The main laundry and a powder room are on 1st floor. In addition, there is a pool room bath with shower on the 1st floor. A stair lift is available to use from the 1st floor to the 2nd floor. Upstairs is another family room with vaulted ceiling, another full kitchen, personal laundry, bedrooms and a private deck with spectacular views. The kitchens are equipped with range, refrigerator, microwave, and Keurigs, regular coffee makers, silverware, and dishes. A Pack-N-Play, booster seat and high chair are also provided upon request.
On the 2nd floor there are 3 bedrooms: a master bedroom (queen size) with an HDTV and a private bath, a queen bedroom, and a room with a full size bed. In the upstairs family room there is a queen sleep sofa and a twin convertible ottoman bed, for an upstairs sleeping capacity of nine. There is a 2nd floor hall bath with a tub/shower. Bed linens, towels, beach towels, and laundry detergent are provided. There is independent air conditioning on each floor.
Both family rooms are equipped with flat screen HDTVs, Blu-ray players and cable television. High speed Internet Wi-Fi is available throughout the house. Outdoors and adjacent to the house with a short walkway there is a large enclosed shower with hot and cold water, and at the steps to the beach there is a cold water shower to rinse off.
For child safety, the sliding glass door from the family room to the pool room has a lock at the top which is reachable to adults but not children. Please note that young children need to be supervised as the house is not child proofed. Electrical outlets are not covered and there are no child locks on kitchen or laundry cabinets. Having said that, all window and door blinds are Levelor cordless.
Unfortunately, we do not accept reservations where payment is intended to come from third parties such as businesses, trust managers, or foundations.
The private beach is great for sunning, reading, launching kayaks and paddle boards. Kids will have lots of fun playing in the sand and collecting sea glass. Beach toys and floats are provided. The huge screened-in porch is great for dining, chatting, or quietly enjoying the views. There is an indoor, heated (non-diving) swimming pool, and the pool room comes complete with a popcorn machine (popcorn supplied) and a commercial frozen drink machine for Slushies and margaritas (alcohol not provided). Pool toys are provided.
Outside there is ample room for volleyball, badminton, cornhole toss, croquet, bocce, horseshoes and barbecuing (provided). An old-fashioned tree swing is available as well as two full- size hammocks suspended from nearby trees. The outdoor shower also has a gorgeous water view. Plenty of wood is provided for the fire-pit on the beach which is a great conversation spot, and fun for roasting hot dogs and toasting marshmallows, utensils provided. Included, for your pleasure is a kayak, canoe, and two stand-up paddle boards. A variety of other pool/beach toys are also available for your fun.
The pier has a boathouse on which there is an osprey nest and usually occupied. Other wildlife which may be observed on occasion includes bald eagles, heron, seagulls, deer, fox, rabbits, and squirrels. Smaller birds usually visible include hummingbird, robin, redbird, bluebird, woodpecker and many others. Our friendly community cat CC is also likely to visit you if you choose to say hi to him or feed him. In the water you may see dolphin, skates, sea horses, and many variety of fish. September and October are excellent months for crabs.
Check in is at 4:00 pm. Check out at 10:00 am. A four-digit code will be configured in the digital locks at both entrance doors prior to arrival. This feature eliminates lost keys, lockouts, etc.
The 1st floor has a Master Bedroom suite with full bath and sleeps two. This level has an open floor plan, including a large family room, dining room and kitchen, all with river views. The main laundry and a powder room are on 1st floor. In addition, there is a pool room bath with shower on the 1st floor. A stair lift is available to use from the 1st floor to the 2nd floor. Upstairs is another family room with vaulted ceiling, another full kitchen, personal laundry, bedrooms and a private deck with spectacular views. The kitchens are equipped with range, refrigerator, microwave, and Keurigs, regular coffee makers, silverware, and dishes. A Pack-N-Play, booster seat and high chair are also provided upon request.
On the 2nd floor there are 3 bedrooms: a master bedroom (queen size) with an HDTV and a private bath, a queen bedroom, and a room with a full size bed. In the upstairs family room there is a queen sleep sofa and a twin convertible ottoman bed, for an upstairs sleeping capacity of nine. There is a 2nd floor hall bath with a tub/shower. Bed linens, towels, beach towels, and laundry detergent are provided. There is independent air conditioning on each floor.
Both family rooms are equipped with flat screen HDTVs, Blu-ray players and cable television. High speed Internet Wi-Fi is available throughout the house. Outdoors and adjacent to the house with a short walkway there is a large enclosed shower with hot and cold water, and at the steps to the beach there is a cold water shower to rinse off.
For child safety, the sliding glass door from the family room to the pool room has a lock at the top which is reachable to adults but not children. Please note that young children need to be supervised as the house is not child proofed. Electrical outlets are not covered and there are no child locks on kitchen or laundry cabinets. Having said that, all window and door blinds are Levelor cordless.
Unfortunately, we do not accept reservations where payment is intended to come from third parties such as businesses, trust managers, or foundations.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Chesapeake Bay, NC
Reviews
5.0
Outstanding(77 Reviews)5.0
Our family really enjoyed staying here. The house was spacious and there were many amenities. Outside, the property is large with a dock for fishing, a large lawn, small beach. We especially enjoyed the large indoor pool since a tropical storm came through toward the end of our trip. The owners were responsive and wonderful to deal with. We will definitely keep this property on our list for future vacations.
5.0
This is a beautiful and well kept property. So many extras were included in our stay to make our stay special. We all left with lots of sea glass and happy memories.
Our hosts were wonderful & easy to reach.
Ten stars!
Cannot
5.0
Our family had a wonderful time, with so many activities at the property we stayed together. The porches, swings, hammocks, pool, beach, pier, comfy couches, movies, music wow! AC worked as it should, a blessing in the heat and humidity. The lack of boat traffic made our stay peaceful.
Thanks Kristin and Doug for sharing your home with us.
5.0
Nice place for a family vacation. Good location. On the positive: Outdoor space is very nice. Owners tried to have everything available. The indoor pool is definitely a plus! But it gets extremely HOT & HUMID during the summer months. It was still a great option. Also plenty of towels for the pool area. The screened-in porch was nice. The popcorn maker was a nice option but it burnt the popcorn. The margarita machine was a nice feature. Very refreshing. The owner replied quickly to any texts or phone calls.
On the downside: Needs upgrades. The ceiling fans upstairs make annoying noise. Family didn’t use fans. Ice maker did not work in refrigerator downstairs. ( I saw a review from two years ago that it didn’t work then). We just bought a bag of ice. Dishwasher only had one cycle that worked (the 1 hour cycle). The hot water option did not work or the sani rinse option. So I hoped it was being washed with hot water. It was nice to have spices available, but again most were outdated when I looked at the expiration dates. Salt and pepper were available so that worked for us. Plates were glass. Not a good option. Bring your own bar soap if you like bars instead of liquid. Wash clothes were not supplied, just bath and hand towels. Dirt under beds. Trash was not emptied before we arrived in downstairs bathroom. I give it 3 out of 5 stars.
5.0
We absolutely loved our stay at Piney Point. It was wonderful for a family of any ages. Plenty to do to keep the littlest entertained and the water is so relaxing. Highly recommend.
5.0
We stayed comfortably and traveled with two infants, a child, and adults 40+ and our parents who are 60+! This place offered so many unique memories and much needed relaxation- there’s something about the sound of this water that cannot be found anywhere else in the planet. This property is such a Maryland paradise and my wife ended up with a new hobby, my father in law learned so many new things, all of us felt stress evaporate, and my nephew learned new words! This is definitely an incredible find and the hosts are so kind and communicative, we are so lucky and grateful for them.
5.0
This was our third stay at this house as a family and we had a great time again. Our kids, 7 and 4, loved the indoor pool and playing in the sand at the private beach, even in cold weather. My 81-year-old mother also loved once again swinging in the porch swing and watching the sunset from the screened-in back porch. The kitchen was well stocked for cooking and we had a nice dinner at the Ruddy Duck nearby. We hope to come back!
5.0
Our family had a wonderful trip away from the hustle and bustle of city living. The property was well stocked with activities for our kids and adults alike. We enjoyed crabbing, fishing, swimming, the play set, and baseball in the yard. We ventured out to dinner a couple times and the seafood was delicious! The family also enjoyed a nice day trip to Leonardtown, about 30 minutes away. Doug was very responsive when we had questions and Michelle the property manager was very helpful and provided excellent, local recommendations. There is an indoor/outdoor cat that frequents the property that we had to be mindful of as our family has 3 people that are allergic. Thank you for a great stay!
5.0
We had a wonderful time on our vacation. The house was clean when we arrived and all amenities were as advertised. Prior to arrival, there were several communications with the owners and they were very responsive.
It is a large house and there was plenty of room for the 9 of us. The teenagers especially liked the second kitchen and family room upstairs. The view of the river was awesome and the screened in porch got plenty of use as did the indoor pool.
This was an excellent vacation house and I am happy to recommend it!
5.0
This was our second stay at this property and had an amazing stay. Property is wonderful and Hosts are very responsive!
5.0
The house and location are perfect for a family get away. Fish and crabs are plentiful and the pool and popcorn machine were a big hit. Plenty of room to relax inside or out. The hosts could not have been more accommodating. Thanks for a great week.
5.0
Upon arrival we were pleasantly surprised by the size of the pool and the space between the properties. For some reason I expected a small splash pool, however, it was quite sizable. Plenty of pool toys with speakers surrounding it for music. Lots of green space for lawn games for children to run around and the lawn was well maintained. As for the home, it is slightly smaller than what we are accustomed to renting, but it was clean, functional and comfortable. We did have a need to reach out to the owner, Doug, with a problem (no worries, it was a weather related issue totally out of his control). He responded quickly, provided needed information and even offered to give additional bottles of wines to help comfort us in the dark, yes we lost power because of a storm. But there was no need to panic, as the house has a generator that keeps the fridge and the TVs working, although you will have limited light. We snacked on chips, watched a movie while Doug reached out to the electric company for a time estimate on the return of power. Overall it is a very nice place for a family vacation, worth the trip!
I do have a suggestion Doug, please do a better job at controlling the weather or at least have the rain go around your property😂🤣😂
Fun times were had by all❣️
5.0
My family and I had a wonderful stay at your river house. Everything that we could've thought of was there! Crabbing was good, fishing not so much but enjoyed by all.
Thank you for sharing your lovely property.
5.0
We really enjoyed the pool and the little things like the pop corn machine and slushies. Doug was very responsive and addressed questions and concerns immediately. The best part of this rental is that they didn't ask me to clean the entire house and do the laundry after charging a cleaning fee.
5.0
We had a great time! Doug was always available for any questions we had. We loved sitting on the screen porch watching the water, enjoying some pool time, making s’mores around the fire and of course the fun drink machines. Thanks for sharing your home with us!
5.0
Great place to stay! Kids loved indoor swimming pool! Doug was very responsive and we would love to stay here again in the future! Thanks!!
5.0
We enjoyed our stay. The home is comfortable. The pool is spectacular and clean. The sunsets are amazing. Great vacation!
5.0
Great location, place was clean, we didn’t lack anything. Kids loved the pool and the outdoors.
Doug was very responsive and available. We sent texts back and forth.
5.0
House and location were great. Need to pay attention to details such as: A) 1 roll of paper towels for entire house for 1 week; B) no laundry supplies in 2nd flr laundry; C) 1st flr ice maker not working/broken/not connected; D) numerous light bulbs out; E) 3 different-types of light bulbs in kitchen ceiling lights/canisters; F) lamp behind couch not working; G) glass plate in microwave doesn't fit the rotating rack, could result in spills; H) grass needed cutting; J) lack of outdoor chairs (no blue folding chairs that were there last year, outdoor swing was rolled up to the rear garage door); K) sense that the house was being shut down for the season.
5.0
Our family of 5 had a wonderful time at this super well appointed home, everything you could need including becah towels, chairs, pool toys and a very well equipped kitchen. The kids had a blast in the pool, we had lots of fun with the kayaks and paddle boards and enjoyed fishing on the pier as well. Fun for everyone and the hosts were so easy to get in touch with and super accomodating and helpful. This was our 2nd stay and we'll definitely be back, thank you!
5.0
Beautiful home, indoor pool, private beach, 150’ dock… what more do you need? Was a great week. Our third time staying here. Never disappoints.
5.0
Hosts were great helping with queries before and during the holiday. Indoor pool was perfect given the hot weather, canoeing on the lake in the early morning was fantastic, and watching the sunsets in the evenings was perfect. Would definitely recommend for families. Excellent stay!
5.0
Paradise on the Potomac
This was a wonderful find—a quiet, peaceful place to read, rest, swim, try our hand at crabbing, find and collect sea glass, and spend quality time with family! We had 10 people in our group ranging in age from 65+ to 18 months, and had plenty of room in the house and on the property for everyone to be together or spend time on their own things. We all thoroughly enjoyed watching the local wildlife, including ospreys, bald eagles, dolphins, and catching blue crabs and other creatures inadvertently in the traps (sea horses, pipefish, flatfish, and jellyfish). With the weather being so hot and humid, we really enjoyed afternoon pool breaks with slushees on the back porch! Evening sunsets were incredibly beautiful and we really enjoyed watching them from the water’s edge and pier. The accommodations themselves were great—comfortable beds, plenty of towels (pool and shower), adequate bathrooms, a well-stocked kitchen, and nice spaces to both gather and spread out. Our host, Doug, was great to work with and communicate with. We thoroughly enjoyed our experience and will rent again if we get the opportunity!
5.0
Fabulous Multi-Generational Vacation Spot
We had 4 generations on our trip including my 77 year old mom and 21 month old grandson. This property was perfect! The 1st floor master was great for mom and the full kitchen on the 2nd floor with small sitting area let my grandkids get up early and have their breakfast without disturbing anyone else. The owners supply EVERYTHING you could possibly need for a fabulous vacation. Never expected so many amenities. And with so much to do right at the house, we got to have great family bonding time. Fishing from the pier was great and we caught enough crabs for a feast before we left. Gathering sea glass was so much fun for everyone. I highly recommend this home and the owners.
5.0
Property was amazing! My family enjoyed every moment rain or shine.
5.0
Amazing Property
Property was amazing! My family enjoyed every moment rain or shine.
5.0
Best Vacation ever. Home has everything you need and want for everyone of all ages to be entertained.
5.0
Awesome vacation
Best Vacation ever. Home has everything you need and want for everyone of all ages to be entertained.
5.0
Had a great relaxing weekend! Beautiful property with all the amenities!!
5.0
Wonderful place!
Had a great relaxing weekend! Beautiful property with all the amenities!!
5.0
Great property with everything you need and more. Indoor pool was a huge hit. Sunsets on the pier were gorgeous. Just a wonderful vacation.
5.0
Amazing, relaxing getaway!
Great property with everything you need and more. Indoor pool was a huge hit. Sunsets on the pier were gorgeous. Just a wonderful vacation.
5.0
We love this house
This is our second stay at this house and we enjoyed it once again. The pool and beach are great for kiddos, as are the drink machine and popcorn popper. The main kitchen is well outfitted and dinner on the screened in porch is wonderful. Sunsets are amazing. Love it!
5.0
Amazing home and location!
This home was located in the perfect location and had everything you needed! It only took us an hour and half to get to from Northern VA. The views looking out to the private beach were beautiful from day to night! They had books, games, indoor pool, everything you need to cook! The landscaping gentleman that came by one day gave us fresh caught oysters! It was so peaceful and relaxing. We will definitely be coming back!
5.0
We had a great time. The House was very comfortable and the view over the river and sun sets were beautiful. The pool heater was not working at the start of our stay. However the owners had informed us prior to our stay and kept us updated on its progress. We enjoyed the pool the second half of our stay. The owners were very flexible with our departing time which we appreciated.
5.0
Down time
We had a great time. The House was very comfortable and the view over the river and sun sets were beautiful. The pool heater was not working at the start of our stay. However the owners had informed us prior to our stay and kept us updated on its progress. We enjoyed the pool the second half of our stay. The owners were very flexible with our departing time which we appreciated.
5.0
This location was exactly what the wish family wanted and went above expectations. The hosts were amazing throughout their entire process and very communicative and kind, I would recommend them to anyone looking to rent!
5.0
Amazing and accommodating hosts for the wish family, extremely communicative and understanding!
This location was exactly what the wish family wanted and went above expectations. The hosts were amazing throughout their entire process and very communicative and kind, I would recommend them to anyone looking to rent!
5.0
The property was well maintained, indoor pool was delightful, and hosts were very responsive. Sunsets were beautiful whether sitting by the dining room table or by the water.
5.0
Excellent vacation
The property was well maintained, indoor pool was delightful, and hosts were very responsive. Sunsets were beautiful whether sitting by the dining room table or by the water.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Chesapeake Bay?
The average price for a rental in Chesapeake Bay is R 4,818 per night. This rental is R 5,760 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at 1.5 hours from D.C. - No Bay Bridge - Indoor Pool - Private Beach - Sunsets. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at 1.5 hours from D.C. - No Bay Bridge - Indoor Pool - Private Beach - Sunsets. Enjoy the water!
Is 1.5 hours from D.C. - No Bay Bridge - Indoor Pool - Private Beach - Sunsets pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at 1.5 hours from D.C. - No Bay Bridge - Indoor Pool - Private Beach - Sunsets?
We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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