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Historic Waterfront Home with Chesapeake Bay View. Sleeps 9. Close to the Beach

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Betterton Beachhouse - historic Buena Vista, overlooking the Chesapeake Bay
Expansive front porch overlooking the Chesapeake Bay and Sassafras River!
Plenty of porch seating for your entire group.
View from the porch. Enjoy ospreys and eagles, sailboats and ships.
Watch for our resident eagle nearby!

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Captain's Room - Upstairs Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Downstairs Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Captain's Half-Bath

Toilet

Downstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Historic Waterfront Home with Chesapeake Bay View. Sleeps 9. Close to the Beach

Stunning view overlooking the Chesapeake Bay, and a quick 5 minute stroll to scenic Betterton Beach! This historic waterfront home offers everything you need for a relaxing vacation or family reunion.

Sit on the expansive porch with a cup of coffee and wait for eagle and osprey sightings, or just watch the ever-changing play of light and clouds as ships make their way up the Bay.

Cook meals in the fully appointed kitchen and enjoy family time in the adjacent dining room. Start a ballgame, set up a wading pool, or have a BBQ in the spacious backyard. The house can easily accommodate up to 9 adults and is equipped with fiber-optic wireless internet.

With this lovely old house on Bayside Boulevard as your home base, you'll be at the heart of Betterton, the "Jewel of the Chesapeake." Swim and sun at the beach, with its new bathhouse and outdoor shower. Take the kayak into the water, or take the kids up Main Street to enjoy the recently installed playground, with a splash pad.

Nearby towns of Chestertown, Galena, and Rock Hall offer great dining options, coffee shops, antique shopping, art galleries, and coastal culture. From Rock Hall you can charter a fishing boat, explore the Bay by sailboat, or pick up some steamed crabs to bring back and tuck into!

In the early 1900’s Buena Vista was a boarding house, where passengers who arrived on the ferry from Baltimore could stay while they vacationed in Betterton. She’s an old and creaky girl - over 100 years old, after all - but she's still gracious and comfortable, and ready to welcome you home!

NOTE: Buena Vista is a work in progress. We've updated the electrical system, and installed new AC/heat pumps upstairs and down, as well as a new washer and dryer. Carpeting has been replaced on the stairs and upstairs foyer and hall. In May '22 we remodeled the upstairs bathroom, adding a shower. We also added a half-bath to the Captain's Room. May '23 we stripped wallpaper and freshly painted two more bedrooms upstairs as well as the stairwell and upstairs hall. April '24 we installed a new refrigerator and dishwasher.

There is still old wallpaper in most rooms downstairs, and in one of the upstairs bedrooms. Much of it will eventually come down, but all living areas and bedrooms are comfortable and ready for you to enjoy.

Buena Vista is a grand old home and will provide you with plenty of room, quick and easy access to the beach, and of course that incomparable view!



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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
Please note that our house overlooks the Bay.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Owners must give prior approval. May allow 2 dogs.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Betterton

Located in Betterton, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Betterton Beach and Betterton Community Park, while Kent Museum and Historical Society of Kent County Maryland are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Larrabee Arts Center and Garfield Center for the Arts at the Prince Theater. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Betterton, MD

What's nearby

  • Betterton Historic District - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Betterton Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Betterton Community Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Christiana Mall - 52 min drive - 84.3 km
  • University of Delaware - 54 min drive - 78.9 km

Getting around

  • Perryville Station - 64 min drive
  • Baltimore, MD (MTN-Martin State) - 107 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Marzella's By the Bay - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Legion Post 246 - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪K-B Market and Kitchen School - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Barbara's on the Bay - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪O'Brien Compound Maryland Edition - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Waterfront Home with Chesapeake Bay View. Sleeps 9. Close to the Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Waterfront Home with Chesapeake Bay View. Sleeps 9. Close to the Beach?

As of 19 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Waterfront Home with Chesapeake Bay View. Sleeps 9. Close to the Beach on 12 April 2026 start from NZ$558, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Historic Waterfront Home with Chesapeake Bay View. Sleeps 9. Close to the Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Waterfront Home with Chesapeake Bay View. Sleeps 9. Close to the Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Waterfront Home with Chesapeake Bay View. Sleeps 9. Close to the Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Waterfront Home with Chesapeake Bay View. Sleeps 9. Close to the Beach located?

This family-friendly Betterton holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Betterton Historic District and Betterton Beach. Betterton Community Park is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 47 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 47 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paige J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, clean, quirky spot. We loved relaxing on the porch overlooking the water. Would definitely recommend and hope to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth Y.

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

Amazing location with wonderful peaceful views

This is a jewel as it is private, peaceful with lovely setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a fun and relaxing girls trip at this lovely home. The view from the front porch is beautiful, the beds are comfortable, the kitchen is extremely well stocked. The house had everything we needed. The owner was very helpful and answered questions immediately. Overall a great experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melora H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here over the July 4th weekend. We spent many hours on the front porch watching the sun rise, the boats pass by, birds soar, including bald eagles nesting nearby! The house is charming and very well equipped. We appreciated the binoculars to watch birds and fireworks. Betterton Beach is a short walk. The owners were very helpful and quick to respond. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

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

A Blissful Escape

My husband and I reserved this place to get away from the chaos of our day-to-day, and we were so delighted with our experience. The view is to die for, everything is clean and in good working order, the neighbors are lovely and the access to the beach is just perfect. We will most definitely return!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie T.

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

Amazing House in a Relaxing Spot

This is the perfect house - great spot right on the bay in Betterton, plenty of space, and everything you need for a relaxing vacation. We had a great time and can't wait to come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele D.

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

Friends getaway

Home was a fantastic location for our friends Weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Milton I.

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

Great experience

we enjoyed our stay the weekend of July 4, the view of the bay is beautiful,
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

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

Excellent property

Everything was very clean!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy B.

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

Pequea group

It was a great getaway for our church group!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy B.

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

Enjoyed our stay!

Enjoyed our stay! This property worked out so well for our family of five! We loved the view, the cleanliness of the property, and how well the house was stocked! We would love to return again with family, our adult kids absolutely had a wonderful time and so did we! We like that it was so close to the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

katie d.

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

Betterton Visit

Buena Vista was well equipped and super relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

stanley T.

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

Quite pleased

Homey, comfortable, accommodating… no complaints. Would like to have spent more time on the beach and sitting on the porch enjoying the view, but it didn’t happen this time… so maybe next year. We are reasonably local and needed Buena Vista for myself and a few other family members driving over from the Western shore for our Annual Barbecue/Family Reunion. Our Host, Debbie, was there for us on the phone with answers to a few questions we had. Again, well pleased with our stay. S. J. (Bill) Tudor
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

robert S.

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

Betterton

Enjoyed the stay along the quiet and beautiful view of the bay
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frances R.

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

Waterfront wonderful

This is an amazing place. Truly magical and the hosts were fantastic. Will definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Don A.

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

Beautiful Place

It was so much fun to visit that area, the house is beautiful, well kept, and set up. Thank you Don
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

theresa p.

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

Awesome

Wonderful property.owners were very easy to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Stephen E.

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

Nice place

As noted in listing, some updating still being done, but overall quiet location, clean property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann F.

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

Winter Break

This is the second time my husband and I have stayed here. Despite a mixed bag of weather ranging from snow, rain, winds, and sunshine, the visit did not disappoint. We were still able to walk on the beach, view the resident bald eagle, immerse ourselves in the ever changing water views and visit surrounding towns.The house was warm and welcoming.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

katie d.

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

Relaxing weekend at Buena Vista

This was our second stay here. The property is well appointed for a relaxing stay with 5-star views! Lots of room for family to spread out and relax, and the kitchen has everything you need to make delicious meals. Betterton is extra relaxing with its beautiful views and quiet stillness. We'll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen J.

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

Great location for family trip

This house has many bedrooms and is only a short distance from the beach. It has a great view of the bay from the front porch overlooking a bluff. The kitchen has lots of counter space and the carpeted laundry room can serve as a rec room. Many things are provided including games and beach supplies. We hope to stay her again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen H.

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

Dog friendly rental on the east side of Chesapeake Bay

This is a beautiful well appointed old school and pet friendly 5 bedroom home with an exquisite view of the Chesapeake Bay and a short walk to a public beach. The owners are welcoming and stay discreetly in touch. It is a wonderful spot for a family reunion.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

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

My husband was working out of town so we stayed with him at Buena Vista while he was working closew

We had the most beautiful sunrises and sunsets from the front of the house
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann F.

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

Betterton in September

The house was very comfortable and suited us perfectly. We loved sitting on the porch drinking our coffee in the morning watching the ever-changing water views and eagles flying overhead. The house was also very close to the beach and at this time of the year, we often had the beach to ourselves.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

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

Peaceful destination

Buena Vista is a charming historic home with modern updates overlooking a beautiful river view. The house is comfortable and generously stocked. The hostess is quick to reply to inquiries. I enjoyed swimming and watching sunsets at the beach which is a 5 minute walk away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Bob and Debbie

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Hi! While Bob grew up in Maryland, and Debbie in California, we spend most of our time in Texas, where we raised our children. We love to travel, and our children caught that bug as well, with the seven of them living with their families in 5 different states. So Betterton is our eastern headquarters, a great place for family to rendezvous!

Why they chose this property

We bought our first house, Betterton Beachhouse, after years of bringing our kids to Betterton during summer visits to their grandparents. After offering it on VRBO for several years we had a chance to buy a larger house, Buena Vista, just across the alley, overlooking the Chesapeake Bay! Buena Vista is just as comfortable and as close to the beach as is Betterton Beachhouse, and also offers magnificent views! We hope you enjoy, as we do, the lovely beach, friendly neighbors and quiet pace of life. May you leave refreshed, with great memories of time well spent in Betterton.

What makes this property unique

Covered porch with views of the Chesapeake Bay and Sassafras River.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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