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Stunning secluded Luxury waterfront cottage with private deep water pier!

Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Exterior
Walk around Deck
Exterior
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8176.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Lusby, MD
  • Place, Calvert Cliffs State Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Cove Point Lighthouse
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Patuxent River Naval Air Station
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Guest Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Stunning secluded Luxury waterfront cottage with private deep water pier!

Ivy Cove is located in the The Soundings neighborhood; a family community designed exclusively for boating enthusiasts. The placid waters of Mill Creek, which is considered one of the finest natural harbors available from Chesapeake Bay. Only ten minutes by boat to the Patuxent River and Chesapeake Bay, yet, when you look out over the waters of Mill Creek you have the feeling that you are on the pine-wooded shores of a beautiful Northern Lake.

A newly renovated waterfront cottage with a warm charming appeal capture the unique features of this 1965 home. Take in the beautiful view of Brooks Cove, an inlet off of Mill Creek, from the large wrap around porch while enjoying the morning sunrise. Spend your afternoons paddling around the creek inlets and the evenings relaxing by the fire pit watching the bald eagles sore over the cove. Or take a short ride to beautiful Solomon’s Island. For breath-taking sunsets visit Solomon’s Pier, or take a stroll down the boardwalk to Cone Island.

Additional Amenities:
Outdoor Shower
Barbecue Grill with utensils
3 Kayaks (1 sit in; 2 sit-on)
Bistro Lighting
Corn hole

There are two security cameras located on the property for your security and mine. The first camera is located on the front corner of the home facing the driveway and the second camera is located on the beam above the porch facing the fire pit and the dock. All audio is turned off and these cameras do not face the inside the property.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside of the house allowed.
Windows and doors must be shut when a bonfire is lit
All bedding (linens/blankets/comforters) and towels to be placed in the laundry room prior to departure.
Trash can to be placed by the mailbox on Monday evening for a 8:30AM Tuesday trash pickup or prior to departure.

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Lusby

Located in Lusby, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center and Calvert Marine Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Saint Mary's Fairground and Michael P. O'Brien Athletics and Recreation Center.
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Lusby, MD

What's nearby

  • Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Drum Point Lighthouse - 8 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Calvert Cliffs State Park - 9 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Cove Point Lighthouse - 14 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Patuxent River Naval Air Station - 22 min drive - 18.2 km

Getting around

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Buckets Sports Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Salsa's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Roy Rogers - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning secluded Luxury waterfront cottage with private deep water pier! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stunning secluded Luxury waterfront cottage with private deep water pier!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning secluded Luxury waterfront cottage with private deep water pier!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning secluded Luxury waterfront cottage with private deep water pier! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Drum Point Lake and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Chesapeake Bay. Chesapeake Hills Golf Course and Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was absolutely amazing and exceeded the expectations that the pictures had set. Fire pit, kayaking and relaxing in a wonderful home!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Loryn P.

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

Great stay!

Great location. Spacious and clean. Easy checking in and communicate with owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie H.

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

Wonderful visit.

The retreat we all needed. A wonderful stay with great communication and superb amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid K., Virginia, USA

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

Staycation

The lake home was absolutely beautiful and KJ was very helpful during our stay. I would definitely recommend this home for families and friends who want to make great memories together.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

joe g.

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

Holiday Retreat

Property was wonderful, exactly what the family was looking for during the long holiday weekend. Very clean and secure place to stay, especially during a pandemic. Very secluded with water access, easy drive to Solomons and local parks. Highly recommend this property.

10/10 Excellent

Erin C.

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

Wonderful Holiday Weekend Getaway

We spent New Year's weekend at Ivy Cove and loved every minute of it. The house had everything we needed (shout out for having Old Bay!). The location was perfect and the views were outstanding. KJ is an awesome host. I can't wait to come back in warmer weather and enjoy the kayaks!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy K.

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

Amazing property!

We loved our time at Ivy Cove! The cottage is super clean, the beds and furniture are really comfortable, the amenities are great and the view can’t be beat. You can tell a lot of love went into renovating and decorating the cottage. KJ was wonderful to work with. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zach G.

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

Serenic property for relaxing and waterspouts

We had a wonderful stay here - kayaking, camp fires, tv night. The property is lovely - completely redone in the last year and slept all of us comfortably. The owner KJ, was highly responsive when the AC broke our first night. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

marcy r.

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

4 days of peace and happiness

This property was absolutely fantastic. I can't say enough good things about it. Very comfortable, very peaceful, plenty of great things to do at the house and in the area. We will definitely be back again. KJ is an awesome host. Thank you for sharing your great home with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynne B.

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

Beautiful house and area

The house was exactly as advertised. It was beyond clean. The games were a fun indoor thing to do. Lots of wildlife to view. Super quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad B., Franklin TN USA

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

Chilling in the Cove.

The place is awesome. Everything that you need to have a nice relaxing time with the family. The game room downstairs was a huge plus for the kids. So many things to do at the place and in the area. The place is secluded with many wildlife friends and critters. We would definitely recommend for great family time together.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel P.

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

Perfect Thanksgiving Getaway

Perfect place for Thanksgiving getaway with family. House was cozy and comfortable with great view of the water. Kids enjoyed all the games- corn hole, air hockey, and board alike. Close to amenities, yet feels secluded and remote. KJ was a pleasure to rent from and had great suggestions for things to do in the area. We hope to stay again during the warmer months to take advantage of the kayaks as well as fishing and swimming from the dock.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beth B., Monrovia, MD

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

Loved Ivy Cove

We can’t say enough great things about Ivy Cove! The home was spotless and well decorated. Great kitchen with everything we needed to prepare a family dinner. The outside space is so pretty and serene. My adult children (ages 19-26) loves kayaking and laying out on the pier and we loved sipping our coffee on the porch in the mornings. Solomons is just a quick 10 min drive away and a nice place to walk around! The main living space was great for us to comfortably enjoy a relaxing movie night! We would love to make staying at Ivy Cove an annual family event!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Izabela K.

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

Wonderful place,wonderful time

Very relaxing. We absolutely loved our stay. Great location .The property exactly as advertised and kept Immaculate . We spend most of our time on a porch enjoying the wildlife and surroundings . You can just hit the reset button and unwind. If you don’t like crowds and it noise this is perfect place for you. Great energy.KJ ,the owner made sure we had everything what we need while staying in Ivy Cove. Already thinking of coming back.Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

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

Perfect Long Weekend Retreat

This property and house are beautiful. Came here for a long weekend with friends to celebrate all of our birthdays and we were not disappointed. The house is tastefully and beautifully appointed, you can tell the owners take great pride in this property. Additionally, the owners go above and beyond to make your stay perfect. We wanted to use the in-ground fire pit, but rain had pooled inside the pit. I contacted KJ to ask what the best way was to empty it out, and he came down himself to do it for us. The only downside, we all agreed, was that we did not stay longer. We would definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Hanna C.

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

Perfect stay

We loved staying at Ivy Cove, which is a beautiful and thoughtfully appointed home, from the inside to the outside. Views are amazing from the entire living space and from the porch. We got to see ospreys building a nest just outside. Everything is recently renovated or brand-new. We had everything we needed for a perfect stay. Kids (3 and 6) enjoyed kayaking and roasting marshmallows around the fire pit outside, and of course the pinball machine downstairs. Very convenient area with supermarket (Giant) and restaurants nearby, plus multiple state parks. Awesome playground at Cove Point Park, and the Marine museum in Solomons Island has otters. KJ was an outstanding host. We’d love to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darci P., Richmond, VA

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

Beautiful, clean, and fun getaway

We stayed in Ivy Cove for four nights and had a wonderful time. The house is so clean and well stocked, from the kitchen to the bathrooms to the outdoor gear. We loved the water views from almost the entire house, and especially from the porch swings! We had four adults and two toddlers there for the weekend, and there was plenty of space for us all to have fun. The games and Wurlitzer in the basement were a huge hit for everyone too. We loved seeing so much wildlife around the entire weekend- fish, birds, a bald eagle, a heron, a fox, and more! It was also super convenient to get out to the grocery store, as well as to a nice playground and area attractions. KJ was incredibly responsive and helpful, and made sure we had everything we needed for a great vacation. We look forward to visiting again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marlene O.

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

SPECTACULAR!!!!

We had the most amazing Christmas vacation at Ivy Cove! The home is truly spectacular in every way. It is kept in pristine condition, beautifully renovated and decorated , cozy, and has gorgeous views. Relaxing by the fire pit , playing corn hole and watching movies on the comfortable couches are some of things we really enjoyed. KJ is a wonderful and thoughtful host. He gave great suggestions about the surrounding area and was very responsive to any questions we had. Don't hesitate to book if you are considering this home!! Thank you Kj, for sharing your beautiful home with us!! We will definitely be back:))) Marlene
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian N.

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

Beautiful Home, Great Location

Just completed a week stay at this property. The group consisted of myself, wife, 20 year old son, 17 year old daughter, and her 18 year old friend. All in the group enjoyed themselves. The house itself was beautiful and had everything that was needed for a comfortable stay. The master bed was a bit firm for me, but that is no knock on the bed, it was a quality mattress. There was plenty to do inside with TV's and games in the basement, but we spent little time in the house. The deck on the second floor was our favorite place. I took my morning coffee, we read books, talked, and ate all of our meals out there. The view of the cove was spectacular. My wife enjoyed walking around and taking pictures of the flora and fauna on the property. During the day we kayaked and fished. The fishing was not action packed, but fun enough. Caught some puppy drum, white perch, croaker, and spot. Had a snakehead following the lure but he would not commit. Taking the kayaks out to explore the cove and the neighboring coves was fun. the water was generally flat and not too much boat traffic. The girls enjoyed spending the afternoon floating in a double tube we brought with us tied up to the dock. The jelly fish were not too bad and caused no issues. We were greeted each morning by a beautiful Northern Water Snake which would swim past the dock and then come back each evening. Wonderful coloring on him. There were birds galore to watch and listen to as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Effie K.

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

Family Celebration

Quite: This riparian home sits in a mature neighborhood along the headwaters of a large creek. Neither car nor boat noise is obtrusive. Secluded: Large trees on the property, and throughout the neighborhood, in addition to the natural topography of the area provided uninterrupted privacy. Outdoor Comfort: The deeply overhung wrap around porch and generous seating enabled hours of reading and lounging for our party of 5. The double hammock and hexagonal picnic table also enjoy shade from the tree canopy. There is a park bench on the pier and foldable chairs available for even more seating. Indoor Comfort: A new 3-piece suite in the living room, along with a ceiling fan and flat screen, rendered evening entertainments a delight. The kitchen has EVERYTHING - full stop! The bedrooms are cozy with a ceiling fan in the primary. The bathrooms, like the kitchen, have updated tiles, fixtures, etc. Bedding and towels are all new and soft. Activities: Three kayaks & life vest, fishing polls, pier, corn hole, pin ball, and arcade games were a real hit with our crowd. All implements are clean and in good working order. We also enjoyed evening constitutionals in the neighborhood. The Host: KJ is welcoming and kind. It is obvious that he takes great pride in this listing. The house and environs are all well appointed and maintained. We have stayed in many VRBO listings in the past and can honestly say that this is one of, if not the, best.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay couldn't have been better. The house was comfortable and well stocked, the games were fun and the outdoor space was incredible! Definitely on our list to come back to and highly recommended to anyone looking to stay in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a nice home on the water at Mill Creek. Our group enjoyed crabbing on the dock and relaxing on the covered porch. House is very comfortable, in a quiet neighborhood and is close to Calvert Cliffs and Solomons Island. The owner KJ lives close by if you need anything. Would definitely recommend. Hope to return sonn.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rented a pontoon boat and parked it right out back ! There were also kayaks and a canoe we used. Great spot
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darrin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My wife and I had an absolutely incredible experience! From the moment we stepped into this waterfront home, we were blown away. The views of the water are stunning. The home itself is spacious, clean, beautifully designed, and tastefully appointed. Every room feels like a peaceful retreat, and the outdoor deck is perfect for enjoying the breeze and taking in the views.The attention to detail is evident throughout, from the furnishings to the fully stocked kitchen. The game room was a blast. We also enjoyed the private dock and the easy access to the water—it’s a great spot for kayaking, crabbing or simply relaxing by the shore and enjoying the firepit.The host KJ was great and made sure we had everything we needed for a perfect stay. If you are looking for a place to relax and undwind, this is the place. Can’t wait to come back! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, peaceful home on quiet cove. Direct, private water access. Tastefully decorated and perfectly maintained. Nothing but grest things to say about it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

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Hosted by KJ Kolterjahn

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