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Garden Cottage · Garden Cottage - Fire Pit and Grill near Beaches

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Cottage Living/Dining Area
Entry Door and Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom - Queen Bed
Private Yard for Garden Cottage with Seating and Fire Table

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Lusby, MD
  • Calvert Cliffs State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Cove Point Lighthouse
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Leonardtown, MD (LTW-St. Marys County)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Cottage Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Garden Cottage · Garden Cottage - Fire Pit and Grill near Beaches

Summary:
Spacious Cottage near beaches, marinas, fishing, boating.
Warm Up around your own secluded propane fire pit!

Near Calvert Cliffs Power Plant and Dominion. Happily hosting longer term stays for transient employees. Please message me for details.

The Space:
Experience a piece of Southern Maryland history. Bancroft Manor was among the first homes along St Leonard's creek. Every square foot of this house was renovated in 2019 - but the unique Tidewater Maryland architecture remains.

The Manor resides on 3 secluded acres. Close to everything Southern Maryland has to offer, yet feels a million miles away.

The Garden Cottage has a private yard with gas grill and and it's own private entrance. There are no spaces (other than the 3 acres of property grounds) that are shared with other guests or the owners.

Your suite is appointed in absolute luxury! Not a detail has been missed in making this your new favorite get away spot.

The kitchen has a full fridge, electric range/oven and large single basin sink. As well as everything you need to prepare and enjoy a meal. The kitchen also has a microwave, keurig coffee maker and dishwasher.

You'll find a starter supply of coffee pods, sugar packets, toilet paper (3), and paper towels (1).

Your living room is appointed with a 32 inch smart TV. Login to your Netflix, Hulu or Prime TV account and watch your favorite movie or show.

WIFI is available.

Your bedroom has a comfortable plush queen bed with nightstands and a lamp as well as easy reach for wireless device charging.

The bathroom has a shower/tub combo, and a good sized single sink vanity. You'll also find premium shampoo, conditioner and body wash should you need it. This bathroom is equipped with all the luxuries of home - including the size.

Enjoy your evenings in the garden with a glass of wine. Grab some local meat/produce just up the road at The Chesapeake's Bounty and fire up the grill. Or take a 5 minute stroll just down the road for a drink and dinner on the water at Vera's Beach Club.

The Neighborhood:
While this property is not directly on the water, the water is all around us and our property has seasonal water views. You can take a 5 minute walk down the road to Vera's and be right on the water for lunch/dinner and water fun.

Whatever you're looking for in a relaxing get away - you'll find it here in Solomons/Lusby! Launch a kayak, stand up paddle board, ride a jet ski, take a hike...or bring a book and just relax and enjoy a picnic on the property.

Solomons boardwalk is a 10 minute drive down the road with the best seafood this area has to offer. Drive (or take an Uber if you want throw back a couple cocktails) to Solomons and enjoy the best sunset you've seen in a long time.

We are incredibly grateful to be your hosts. Please reach out with any questions.

Getting Around:
Everything SOMD has to offer is within a 10 minute drive -
Solomon's Island Boardwalk and restaurants, Calvert Cliffs State Park beaches and hiking, Fishing, boating and marinas are all within a short drive.

Other Things to Note:
** Parking will be in the lower driveway on the side of the house. You will walk the gravel path along the side of the house and across the length of the back of the property to find the Garden Cottage. Please see pictures in the listing showing the walk. It's about 250 feet of gravel path from the parking area to the Cottage. **

Interaction with Guests:
We are available via text or email.

Property manager

Julie

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 11:00 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
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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

Lusby

Lusby is home to this cottage. Cove Point Lighthouse and Drum Point Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Vera's White Sands Marina and Chesapeake Hills Golf Course. Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center and Calvert Marine Museum are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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Lusby, MD

What's nearby

  • Calvert Cliffs State Park - 6 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Cove Point Lighthouse - 13 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Perigeaux Vineyards and Winery - 14 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum - 16 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Patuxent River Naval Air Station - 25 min drive - 28.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bucket Sportsbar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Vera's White Sands Beach Club - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Golden Chicken - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Garden Cottage · Garden Cottage - Fire Pit and Grill near Beaches pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Garden Cottage · Garden Cottage - Fire Pit and Grill near Beaches?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Garden Cottage · Garden Cottage - Fire Pit and Grill near Beaches?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Garden Cottage · Garden Cottage - Fire Pit and Grill near Beaches located?

Situated in Lusby, this cottage is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Vera's White Sands Marina and 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Flag Ponds Nature Park. BGE Field and Calvert Cliffs State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin J.

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

Garden Cottage Review

The property was clean, attractive, and comfortable. The property manager was responsive, proactive, and friendly. This property is perfect for those who are looking for a smaller but clean place to stay in a prime location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia R.

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

Wonderful weekend away

Had an excellent time here. Was so nice and clean very homey close to all the beaches and places we wanted to go. She had all the extras for our stay Great communication. Would love to come back
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arnold j.

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

Quick Getaway

Overall a very nice stay… Secluded, Private… Very enjoyable… Don’t forget you chargers and adapters… Lol!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim R.

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

Cottage

Excellent. Comfortable bed. Affordable .We came in on a red eye from the West Coast and it worked out for both of us that we could check in early.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

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

Great Weekend Getaway

The cottage is cute, clean and cozy. Well decorated and has all the comforts of home. The location is quiet. There is a dehumidifier in the cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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

Excellent apartment

This is a wonderful, exceptionally clean and comfortable place to stay in a quiet neighbourhood. The host, Julie, was excellent with respect to communicating and making sure everything went smoothly. We will definitely stay here again when in need of accommodations in the area.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy S.

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

Great place to stay!

The cottage was very clean. The owner Julie communicated very well with us and also gave us our space while we stayed. The cottage is set in a peaceful and relaxing environment but close enough to town. Very nice place to stay for a weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda J.

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

Fabulous Weekend

The property was lovely - well decorated, clean and nicely appointed. The bed was very comfortable. Location was close enough to everything we wanted to do and communication with the host was great. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha D.

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

Perfect Getaway

Everything about this cottage was special. From the location and well maintained grounds, to the beautifully decorated interior, no detail was spared. We absolutely loved staying here and will most definitely be back again. Loved everything about this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

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

South Maryland Getaway

Beautiful accommodations with all modern appliances. A peaceful and relaxing setting with outdoor lighting and seating. A variety of restaurants and vineyards are nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julia S.

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

Adorable Getaway

Absolutely loved our stay here. We had never been to the Lusby/Solomon's Island area and it did not disappoint. The little oasis Julie has created was perfection. The string lights from the car to the cottage, the homey vibe, and the seclusion from the rest of the manor was executed flawlessly. Thank you so much for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert H., Montgomery Village, MD

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

Great Place - so much to do in the area.

The place is fantastic, and there is so much to do in the area. Julie sent an email with some excellent local information, and we took advantage of her knowledge. Thank you, Julie.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Antonio L.

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

Very Nice and Quiet

The property was nice. Quiet neighborhood and a very short distance from the town center. A nice getaway. -TL
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda D.

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

Birthday/Anniversary Getaway

We wanted a get away to relax. This place was perfect. It was extremely clean and welcoming. We enjoyed the outside space in the evening. It was a great location to restaurants and local attractions. Restaurants at Solomon's Island were fantastic. We greatly enjoyed the seafood at the Hideaway and the Light house restaurants. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill E.

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

Just fishing

Perfect location for fishing , point lookout Solomon’s fishing boat ramps. Easy drive . Peaceful quiet stay with everything u need just bring passwords and food or dine out. Will book again soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany S.

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

Perfect Getaway

This is a lovely cottage that is perfect for a couple and/or a single person looking to getaway from a busy city lifestyle. Especially if you're in need of r&r. Julie is a great host. She emailed excellent recommendations of things to do in the area and even emailed us to make sure we had everything we needed. We definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth G.

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

Great stay near Solomons

This property was spotless and well-appointed. It had all of the typical starter things and much more - great soaps, plenty of Keurig cups, sugar, creamer, etc. The cottage isn't huge but the space is used well. Also all of the furniture was in very good shape - we couldn't be happier with our 4 night stay! Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gayle H., Westminster, MD

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

Weekend Getaway

My husband and I enjoyed a weekend getaway at Julie’s cozy cottage. The place was exactly as described and from the pictures shown on line. Super clean, new, quality kitchen wares, and very comfy beds. The location was very accessible to Calvert Cliffs, Anne Marie Sculpture Museum, and the Calvert Marine Museum. Julie was super sweet once we made contact with her. We would definitely recommend to friends and family, and would book again on a return trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth H., Frederick USA

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

Exactly what we were looking for!

The property was exactly as advertised. Julie was awesome she had great communication from the time that we booked until the moment we left. The property was very nice and well maintained. The outside fire pit area was very nice and private. The unit was extremely clean and updated. Everything you would need was provided including amenities. The location is very convenient to local attractions. And a restaurant on the water only a 3 min drive away. Next time in Lusby I know where I am staying.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sean C.

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

Lovely, comfortable getaway!

We found this great property when looking for a convenient and comfortable place to stay near Jefferson Patterson Park (for a summer 5K). The apartment delivered! It is clean and welcoming with a well-appointed kitchen and modern decor. We ate several of our meals there and made use of the grill (modern, clean, and easy-to-operate). Our favorite times were in the morning, enjoying coffee in the main living area. This property is great for couples. It is a short drive to the grocery store, restaurants, and local attractions. We plan to sign-up for another 5k soon and stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jana K.

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

Romantic Getaway

My boyfriend and I spend the weekend at this lovely garden cottage. We spent a lot of time in the beautiful garden just enjoying the quietness. The only sounds that you hear are birds singing or the squirrels rustling through the leafage. The cottage is very cozy, clean and had to offer everything that you need. I would definitely recommend this to our friends. Thank you Julie for being a wonderful host!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

Pascal C.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Not a retreat place for elderly people

We got there early. Thanks God. Parking is very narrow and tricky, I would advise to back up to park. And cook luck in the dark. This is a nice property to walk around. From parking to the cottage, there is a pretty heavy walk on stone and a few high steps. Inside was clean but very small compared to the picture. There was a light smell of humidity and an air filter in the corner. Wi-Fi was inconsistant. Many light bulbs were burnt out. Kitchen has some minor issues too. Very basic appliances. So if you prepare to make a smoothie in the morning, bring your equipment. This is a nice place but it needs some love. Maybe for young people it would be ok. This said, the property manager, Julie was very quick answering our emails.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gillian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Taryn N.

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

Wonderful place!

This is a great spot in a really convenient location just a few minutes away from Calvert Cliffs. Julie was incredibly communicative and helpful. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey B., Colora, Maryland

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

Good Time on the Manor

We really enjoyed our visit to the Solomons Island area. It was always so nice to return to the Garden Cottage. It was as advertised, clean, well equipped and offered great outdoor space to start and end a day. Julie was attentive and quick to respond when we had questions. We would definitely consider a return trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Julie

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Hey, I'm Julie! My husband Jason and I are real estate investors in Southern Maryland. We are just two Libras trying to make the world a more beautiful place one renovation at a time.

Why they chose this property

I specifically remember the first time I saw this house shortly after relocating to Southern Maryland. I was incredibly intrigued by it and wondered what it even was - it was so mysterious. Just my style. Little did I know that a few years later we would get to turn it into our dream home.

When we saw the house for sale, despite being in pretty bad shape, we knew it had to be ours. The complete restoration/ renovation took over a year to complete.

I immediately had a vision for what I wanted to create, in that I knew this property was meant to be shared. With friends, with family and anyone else who wants to experience its majestic beauty. It really is quite a magical place. The home and the property has a personality of its own. And as I dreamed up the renovation, I fully listened to what this house and this land wanted to be again, and that's exactly what we created. And we hope and pray we did it justice.

It was definitely the biggest project of our lives. But now we are grateful to sit back and enjoy this as our full time home and share it with others as they pass through.

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