Renovated Historic Waterfront Home with Pool, Dock, 200 acres

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7 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 18418 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Fireplace

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Washer

Explore the area

Cambridge, MD

Spocott Windmill4 min walk
Harriet Tubman Museum and Educational Center11 min drive
Choptank River Lighthouse12 min drive
Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional)50 min drive

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 6

1 King Bed

Bedroom 7

2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Outdoor Shower

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Spocott is a 350-year-old house, newly renovated to provide a unique blend of history, environment, and modern comfort for a large multigenerational family. Located on Gary’s Creek on the Little Choptank River, 5.5 miles west of Cambridge in the historic Neck District of Dorchester County, Spocott House was built in 1663 and has since been owned by the same family. Spocott is the home of a former US Senator and provided inspiration for James Michener in writing Chesapeake. Immerse yourself in history, gaze at wildlife from spacious porches, and engage in a number of indoor and outdoor recreational activities. Sleeping 18 people comfortably, the house with its large waterfront, pool, boat ramp, and dock offers a wonderful opportunity for a private family getaway. Recently renovated, the house has central heating and AC, 7 bedrooms all with a water view and new beds, 3 1/2 baths, and a billiards room. Situated on 200 acres of wildlife management area, the property, bordered by over 1 mile of waterfront, has 5 miles of walking trails, birdwatching stations, ponds, proximity to great biking trails, and scenic views of the Little Choptank River. Consider off-season vacations when up to 10,000 geese inhabit the surrounding waters.

Property manager

George Radcliffe

Premier Host

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Comfortable, Spacious, Family-Friendly Second living room

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Return all furniture to its original location.

Smokers may use the nearby campfire circle.

No one should swim in the pool alone.

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

Parties and events are allowed on site

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 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

Cambridge

Located in Cambridge, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Richardson Maritime Museum and Harriet Tubman Museum and Educational Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Ruark Boatworks and Bay Country Shop. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Cambridge, MD

What's nearby

Spocott Windmill - 4 min walk
Harriet Tubman Museum and Educational Center - 11 min drive
Choptank River Lighthouse - 12 min drive
Long Wharf Park - 12 min drive
Dorchester County Visitors Center - 13 min drive

Getting around

Cambridge Station - 15 min drive
Easton, MD (ESN-Easton - Newnam) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

Lil' Bitta Bull BBQ - 12 min drive
Great Wall Chinese Restaurant - 10 min drive
Snappers Waterfront Cafe - 12 min drive
Portside Seafood Restaurant - 11 min drive
Thai Talian - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Renovated Historic Waterfront Home with Pool, Dock, 200 acres have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Renovated Historic Waterfront Home with Pool, Dock, 200 acres pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Renovated Historic Waterfront Home with Pool, Dock, 200 acres?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Renovated Historic Waterfront Home with Pool, Dock, 200 acres?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Renovated Historic Waterfront Home with Pool, Dock, 200 acres located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Spocott Windmill and within 6 miles (10 km) of Richardson Maritime Museum and Brannock Maritime Museum. Christ Episcopal Church and Harriet Tubman Museum and Educational Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

15 August 2023

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

Maryland vacation

We had a great time . There was something for all ages to enjoy. The pool was great and well maintained. The home was different than any place we have stayed-old farmhouse- but even kids found it to be fun.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary B., McMurray, USA

30 July 2023

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

Relaxing

We had a great time with extended family so nice to have this private area. Lots of activities for all ages. Caught lots of crab had a great lunchtime feast couple days.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew T.

18 July 2023

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

Great for a family reunion

George and Jackie were very accommodating and wanted to make sure we really enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connie F.

29 June 2023

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

Wonderful!

This beautiful historic home sits right on the banks of the Little Choptank river.Really enjoyed morning coffee on the screened in porch looking out at the river. George and Jackie supplied us with all we needed to catch and cook crabs for our entire family of 12. We all enjoyed the extremely clean large pool and fishing off the dock was fun too. Weather wasnt the best, rainy and a bit chilly, but that did not dampen our good spirits. We cooked and enjoyed every meal in the house. Honestly we did not want for a thing. This house has it all. We felt so welcomed and at home. Thank you!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

diana f.

7 September 2022

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

It had it all

Beautiful setting. Very natural. Trails to walk. Very old house with history. Each room tells a story. So interesting. Rented house for 10 days so that our family could all be together. By Friday, all arrived. Very comfortable. Enjoyed crabbing, fishing, kayaking (brought their own), swimming in the pool, softball games, barbecuing, fire pit chats and music jams. Second time we rented this great home. Hosts are wonderful. You can't beat the Spocott. Highly recommend.

Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by George Radcliffe

George and Jackie Radcliffe have spent the 48 years of their married life on the property, raising 3 wonderful sons. George Radcliffe is the six great grandson of the original owner of the property and lives on the adjoining property. His grandfather, U.S. Senator George L. Radcliffe, was born and spent much of his life in the house. Both retired school teachers, George and Jackie, with the help of their children, have restored and modernized Spocott House and developed the 200 acres as both a working farm and wildlife management area, They both retired to help take care of 3 of their grandchildren, who live on the adjoining property. George is also an avid birdwatcher and Youth Coordinator for the Maryland Ornithological Society and has set up the property as an eBird Monitoring Station.

Why they chose this property

The property has been in the family for 350 years. In 1662 the land was given to George's ancestor, Stephen Gary, for whom the Creek is named, by the King of England in exchange for Gary becoming Sheriff and High Judge of the area that would become Dorchester County. The home site was also the location of a major Native American assembly area and burial ground. In the 19th Century, Spocott was a major shipbuilding center for the area and was hence was used by James Michener as a resource in writing the novel Chesapeake. Many of the original buildings are still located on the property. The Radcliffes, in restoring the house and property, have tried to retain its historical and environmental uniqueness. The property is protected by a perpetual environmental conservation easement.

What makes this property unique

Spocott House provides a unique blend of history and environment. Located on a spacious 200 acres with over 1 mile of waterfront and 5 miles of trails, there is ample opportunity for wildlife viewing and exploration. The modernized house with its pool, largedock, and spacious lawns allows visitors multiple recreational opportunities as well as a comfortable place for a large family gathering. Part of the house has been restored to its 17th Century look, but the modernized bedrooms and geothermal heating and air conditioning make the house a comfortable place to stay year round. Step back in time to the early days of our country, and surround yourself with beautiful views of the Little Choptank River. The historic Spocott Windmill, the only working grist windmill in Maryland, and the accompanying museum complex are located on an adjacent property. Optional tours of the historic areas as well as bird walks are available to renters.