Potomac River Getaway at McKays Beach

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6121 sq m

Popular amenities

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Washer

Dryer

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Leonardtown, MD

Piney Point Lighthouse14 min drive
Patuxent River Naval Air Station18 min drive
St. Mary's College of Maryland23 min drive
Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)98 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2nd Bed room

2 Single Beds

Master Bed Room

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

1930's remodeled 2 bedroom, 1 bath beach cottage. Sleeps 6. Two twin beds, one queen and a queen size hide-a-bed. Dishwasher, washer and dryer. Views of the river from most windows. 2 hours from Baltimore and 1 1/2 hrs from Washington DC, this locations offers the opportunity for many natural and cultural experiences. Located near the first capital of Maryland, St. Mary's city, historic Colonial and Civil War sites and memorial, and the United States Naval Test Center, St. Mary's county offers something for everyone. This is an excellent sandy beach for SUP and kayaks. Fish off the beach or paddle out into the river. Local marinas offer boat launching facilities. A list of near by restaurants, markets, shops, hiking trails and museums are provided.

Property manager

Lauri Bruce

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Two night minimum stay

You will be charged $100 per person if there are more guests than stated in the original reservation or more than the house allows.

If extra people arrive to stay your reservation will be canceled with no refund and you will be asked to leave.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Leonardtown

Located in Leonardtown, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Cecil's Old Mill and Piney Point Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at New Towne Neck State Park and Potomac River. Travelling with kids? Consider Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center and Kinsale Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Leonardtown, MD

What's nearby

Cecil's Old Mill - 12 min drive
Piney Point Beach - 13 min drive
Piney Point Lighthouse - 14 min drive
Patuxent River Naval Air Station - 18 min drive
St. Mary's College of Maryland - 23 min drive

Getting around

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

Ruddy Duck Seafood and Alehouse - 15 min drive
Chief's Your Neighborhood Bar - 10 min drive
Tacos Hacienda Mexican Grill - 11 min drive
Riverside Bistro - 17 min drive
Tim's at Coles Point - 124 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Potomac River Getaway at McKays Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Potomac River Getaway at McKays Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Potomac River Getaway at McKays Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Potomac River Getaway at McKays Beach located?

Located on the riverfront, this family-friendly cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Potomac River, Piney Point Beach and St. Mary's River State Park. Dennis Point Marina and Cecil's Old Mill are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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10/10

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10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Muriel C.

15 April 2024

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

A Little Piece of Heaven

Our stay at this home was everything we wanted and needed. It was peaceful, clean, quiet, and everything was just as advertised. We will definitely be back again. The owners were GREAT and very accommodating.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan K. T.

25 March 2024

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

Stillness, quiet, and a fantastic water view

After a frenzied week (month?) of work we were really happy to arrive for a quiet weekend away, and we were richly rewarded for choosing to rent this property. It was clean, had comfortable furniture, and was quiet. The Potomac river was fantastically close. The hosts lived next door and were able to respond to some minor issues (we thought we were going to run out of the bottled water they supplied, and they dropped off a new container within a few minutes). We had a fantastic dinner in nearby Leonardtown. We absolutely loved our visit and hope to return soon (perhaps with our adult children in tow).

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin W.

3 March 2024

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

Perfect Little River Get Away

We absolutely loved the house at McKay’s Beach - beautifully restored classic river cottage with stunning views. We had everything we needed; coffee, kitchen well-stocked, super comfortable rooms and spacious common areas. We came for a weekend to check out St Mary’s College and can’t wait to come back when the weather is warm to take advantage of all the fun summer activities on the water. Pleasantly surprised to have charming back deck with fire pit. We all loved it. The host is lovely and made us feel very welcome. Highly recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martina W.

23 October 2023

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

Beautiful gem of a Cottage on the Beach

Our stay was absolutely wonderful. We could not have asked for a better place to stay while we visited our son at St. Mary's College. The cottage was clean and spacious. The kitchen was stocked well and the neighbors were lovely. We will be back

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine G.

9 October 2023

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

Perfect weekend getaway

The photos just don’t do this lovely cottage justice. The space is airy and welcoming, and Lauri’s paintings were an unexpected touch that made all the rooms feel personal. A little corner of heaven on McKay’s beach. Thanks, Lauri and Scott!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Lauri Bruce

We recently purchased the cottage next door from family friends. We set about a year converting it to open, airy cottage. We have lived in this neighborhood for over 30 years and are happy to share this amazing and magical place with you. Scott is a retired Navy Test Pilot and currently working in the Electric Vehicle Industry and Lauri is a Yoga Therapist and Artist. Many of her paintings hang in the cottage. We are happy to help you make your stay as memorable as possible. Enjoy!

Why they chose this property

Valley Lee Maryland has been home to us since 1984. The home next to the cottage was our first home we ever purchased. This is one of the most beautiful spots on earth. We have travel extensively but for pure peace and beauty this is it for us.

What makes this property unique

You can see some body of water from every room in the house. The living room faces west and the sunsets paint the house with every color you can imagine. You can swim, float, borrow our kayaks, fish, crab and just sit and gaze at the beauty around you. Enjoy a picnic or a cookout and dine as the sunset over the Potomac.

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