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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Paddleboarding on-site
    A rare find — hit the water on a paddleboard right here.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Deck or patio
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Barbecue
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Tilghman Island, MD
  • Place, Tilghman Watermen’s Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Talbot County Library Tilghman Branch
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Kronsberg Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Easton, MD (ESN-Easton - Newnam)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

House on the Chesapeake Bay

Talbot County License STRN-23-41

Enjoy the beauty of the Chesapeake Bay on Tilghman Island. Enjoy fresh seafood from the local seafood market or grill what you catch from the private pier. The house includes access to a large backyard with private pier and fire pit, gas grill, 2 person canoe, 2 stand-up paddle boards, and bikes. Relax In the sunroom and watch the sunset over the Bay. Just a 15 min drive to St Michaels.

The house is a 3 bedroom with 2 full baths. The main bedroom has a private attached bath. There are 2 living rooms, a study, a sun-filled kitchen, and a sunroom.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
<18 months not included in 6 max guest count
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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

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number STN-22-11
Property # 2200806vb
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

Tilghman

Located in Tilghman, this holiday home is on the waterfront. St. Michaels Museum and Spocott Windmill are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Knapp's Narrows Marina & Inn and Tilghman Island Marina. Travelling with kids? Consider Phillips Wharf Environmental Center and Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum. Kayaking, power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Tilghman Island, MD

What's nearby

  • Tilghman Watermen’s Museum - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Talbot County Library Tilghman Branch - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Kronsberg Park - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Tilghman Island Marina - 3 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Phillips Wharf Environmental Center - 4 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Easton, MD (ESN-Easton - Newnam) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Two if by Sea - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Big Mack's Kitchen & Dock Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Marker Five Waterfront Dining - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Gina’s @ The Bridge - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tickler's Crab Shack and Restaurant - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is House on the Chesapeake Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at House on the Chesapeake Bay?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at House on the Chesapeake Bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at House on the Chesapeake Bay?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is House on the Chesapeake Bay located?

This family-friendly Tilghman holiday home is located on the waterfront, just steps away from Chesapeake Bay and Northern Chesapeake Bay. Tilghman Watermen’s Museum and Talbot County Library Tilghman Branch are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Great bay front place to stay

Excellent sunsets, nice kayaking in the cove, house is in great shape and very relaxing area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing week for the family. Best sunsets ever
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2025
Thanks for staying with us!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Another great stay

The house, owners and location were all great. We got to watch sunsets, kayak in the cove and see dolphins.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

edoardo R.

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

All perfet!

Great location and wonderful house!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L.

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

Lovely stay

Very clean, comfy and cozy. Many amenities. Walks out on the pier every day and beautiful sunsets. Great for long weekends with friends and family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Steve L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to stay. Had everything you might need. I really appreciated that the linens were not scented. The only thing that disappointed my husband and myself was the broken bench on the pier and all the bird droppings.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M.

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

Fun for Everyone!

We had the best time staying here. Lots of fun lawn games, kayaking, paddle boards, and fishing! The house is very well stocked and the communication with the owners was wonderful. We will definitely be back for another week of relaxing on the water!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew F.

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

Guys Fishing Trip on the Bay!

Our stay was a perfect getaway to chill, enjoy fishing off the pier and soak in the amazing sunsets every evening. House was perfect for our needs and everyone fit with tons of room! House came fully stocked with every vacation need. I would recommend this location to friends and family.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina B.

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

Stellar weekend on Tilghman Island!

This a wonderful property, right on the Chesapeake Bay. Stunning sun sets and great eagle watching. The house was well appointed, impeccably clean, and just charming in every way. Thank you Sarah!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 September 2023
Thank you for the kind review! I hope you all had a great stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer I.

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

Relaxing beautiful getaway

My family and I had a wonderful stay! It was so relaxing to just look out into the backyard where the water and dock are. The first day was rainy, but we were able to enjoy the games that were at the home. The second day had better weather and we took the kayaks out, tried crabbing on the dock and walked around St. Michael's. The fenced yard was perfect - my son was able to run around to his heart's content. The home was really well-stocked and clean. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mary l.

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

Wonderful weekend with friends

Absolutely wonderful. The house was Adorable , Comfortable and clean & private. Everything we needed was there. And to top it all off the view was Beautiful. We had a couple of questions upon arrival and the hostess responded almost immediately. A quick 15 minute drive and your in Saint Michael’s. We had a wonderful time all six of us agree this was one of the best VRBO’s any of us had stated thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2022
Thank you! I am thrilled that you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam M.

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

Perfect long weekend

We had a relaxing weekend at Tilghman Retreat. It felt like home - everything we needed for the weekend was there - outdoor games, comfortable chairs, beautiful water and view. My in laws have become less mobile as they have aged and this was the perfect place to enjoy each other and be able to do as much or as little as we wanted. Some of us ran, biked and attempted kayaking (water was too rough). We played corn hole, card games, watched movies and spent time wandering in St. Michaels and enjoying dinner. It was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2024
Pam, We are thrilled you had a great weekend away!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lavinia R.

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

Tilghman Island is a hidden gem

The property and home are lovely. The home was very clean and comfortable with lovely decor. Property is large and provides some privacy. We ejoyed the use of the private pier, fire pit with wood, kayaks and yard games. Appreciated use of bicycles (kids even gave tandem a spin). Tilghman Island is delightful for a quiet getaway with spectacular views. The sunsets are amazing. We chartered a fishing trip out of the marina in town. Our host provided some fishing charter options which was much appreciated. Enjoyed dinner at Chesapeake Landing in St. Michael's (Lobster night on Thursdays!). Several dining options within 15 min. The General Store on the island had all we needed for our mini stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susannah R.

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

Wonderful Getaway

This property is the perfect getaway for relaxing on the Chesapeake Bay. Being able to have coffee on the deck or private pier watching the eagles and water was so rejuvenating and peaceful. This house provides many amenities and the ones we enjoyed the most were the crab pots (which we tried, but only got 6 keepers, so decided to throw them back) and the bicycles (the island is very bicycle friendly!). We also enjoyed the fire pit in the evenings. Tilghman Island has a few restaurants on it - we enjoyed breakfast at Two If By Sea and dinner at Tickler's Crab Shack. We also enjoyed going to St. Michaels (such a cute little town!) for shopping, a sailboat ride on the Selina II, the Maritime Museum, and more restaurant choices. I would definitely recommend this house if you are truly looking to slow down, unplug a bit, and relax right by the beautiful Bay. I was exactly what we were looking to do, and found it perfect for our trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 September 2022
We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay and had a moment to relax! You found lots of my favorites in the area! We would love to have you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lisa J.

Liked: Location
This house was perfect. Despite lousy weather, we had a fabulous time. Such lovely accommodations. The attention to detail just added to the perfection. What a view. Can't wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2026
Thank you for staying with us! Hopefully the weather will be better next time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlie L.

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

Could not ask for more in a relaxing rental

This was an unbelievable rental. Quite possibly the best I've ever had the pleasure of staying in. The location was picturesque, and Sarah was in constant communication throughout. Property was clean and well furnished as noted, and had little notes all around to help you find things - even had little tips. Not too far from St Michaels to make day trips to the town, but far enough where you're not dealing with the traffic. Highly recommend this place for a true getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Sarah Thornton

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My family loves the water and wanted a place where we can relax and escape the hectic day to day. This house offers endless sunsets, a pier to catch crabs and fish, rural roads for a walk, run, or bike ride. Local eateries offering the best and freshest seafood of the Chesapeake Bay.

Why they chose this property

An amazing escape on the Chesapeake Bay. Explore Tilghman Island by bike or boat. Enjoy fresh seafood from the local seafood market or what you can catch from the pier. The house includes access to the private pier, large backyard, fire pit, grill, 2 person canoe, 2 stand-up paddle boards, and bikes. This is a unique spot with beautiful sunsets. Enjoy local restaurants on the island. Close to St. Michaels (15 miles) with boutique shopping and excellent dining options.

What makes this property unique

Enjoy 1.6 acres right on the Chesapeake Bay. There is a large fenced in back yard. Enjoy the private pier to fish or just relax and take in the sights and the wildlife. The property has a rip-rap shoreline with a small cove with steps leading down to the water. Feel free to use the 2-person kayak, stand-up paddle boards, and bikes to explore the island by land or sea. There are lifejackets and bike helmets for both children and adults.

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