House in North Beach, MD

Waterfront, Private Beach, Peaceful Family Getaway

Waterfront, Private Beach, Peaceful Family Getaway

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Back Yard launch
SE View
Sun-spashed front wrap-around deck
View from Kayak
Water on 3 sides - Fantastic Views!

Overview of Waterfront, Private Beach, Peaceful Family Getaway

4.8 out of 5 Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Water view

Explore the area

North Beach, MD
  • Popular LocationBayside History Museum10 min walk
  • Popular LocationChesapeake Beach Water Park4 min drive
  • Popular LocationRod n Reel Charter Fishing4 min drive
  • AirportWashington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)52 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Waterfront, Private Beach, Peaceful Family Getaway

Experience the Chesapeake from your very own front row seat at Murphy Point on the Chesapeake! Watch dolphins, turtles, sea rays, crabs and gamefish forage for food on one side, and waterfowl prowl the shallow side with a family of otters. Surrounded by water on three sides, the living area is 1300 sq feet with an indoor stair case walk up from the utility area on the ground floor. The layout is open floor plan with kitchen, dining and living room facing the Chesapeake with stunning views out the large atrium doors. For security purposes, there are 5 cameras outside facing the exterior yard and driveway that we deactivate after check in and reactivate day of check out. This property offers a 2nd level wrap around deck with water views on 3 sides and stairs leading to the yard. Fish feed on the surface before your eyes. Crab or fish from the property. A birder’s paradise—adjacent to marshes, and tidal pools lee-side of the property. Regular residents include diving ducks and dabblers, egrets, great blue heron, sea gulls, gannets & terns. Osprey nest within sight and a bald eagle visits late afternoons. Launch our angler kayaks and paddle boards from OUR PRIVATE BOAT RAMP/BEACH in the back yard and paddle to attractions north and south, or fish deeper waters. Take a swim or float in the shallow 4-foot water next to the property, or sit on the deck and watch ships roll down the channel.

Only 30 minutes to Washington DC and Annapolis. Locally it's a short walk or bike ride to the boardwalk/pier or shops, restaurants, and wine bar. Fine dining just 3 blocks away. Chesapeake Beach water park and charter boat fishing 2 miles south. Herrington Harbor 4 miles north. Stop by the Bay History Museum and browse the local shops. Walk to the "First Fridays" of the month market where pop up shops, food and drink trucks and antique cars gather. Check out the Saturday morning farmers market for local produce and meats and every 3rd Saturday of the month are free outdoor movies on the 10 ft. high screen on the beach. Into night life? There's bingo, gaming and slots at many establishments within walking distance, as well as live music venues up and down the western shore. Drink Maryland festival with live entertainment and crafts 4th weekend in June. September brings free campfires on the beach. Updated free events at the Nature Center and throughout the town can be found by checking the local calendar at northbeachmd.org/calendar. Plan your vacation now for Murphy Point on the Chesapeake, the envy of North Beach.

Property manager

Patrick and Annie Murphy

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Water view

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed
NO PARTIES or EVENTS ALLOWED

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please respect Town of North Beach Noise Ordinance in effect from 10pm to 7am: Refrain from loud, excessive, unnecessary and disturbing noise.
See lease agreement for more information.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: NO PARTIES or EVENTS ALLOWED
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

North Beach

Located in North Beach, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Rod n Reel Charter Fishing and Fridays Creek Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Merkle Wildlife Sanctuary and Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary. Travelling with kids? Consider Chesapeake Beach Water Park and Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Bayside History Museum - 10 min walk
  • Chesapeake Beach Water Park - 4 min drive
  • Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum - 4 min drive
  • Rod n Reel Charter Fishing - 4 min drive
  • Breezy Point Beach - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Easton, MD (ESN-Easton - Newnam) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • 1936 Bar & Grill - 5 min drive
  • Traders Seafood Steak & Ale - 4 min drive
  • McDonald's - 5 min drive
  • Abners Crabhouse - 5 min drive
  • Neptunes - 14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront, Private Beach, Peaceful Family Getaway pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront, Private Beach, Peaceful Family Getaway?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront, Private Beach, Peaceful Family Getaway?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront, Private Beach, Peaceful Family Getaway located?

Nestled on the beach, this North Beach holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Bayside History Museum, Rod n Reel Charter Fishing and Chesapeake Beach Water Park. Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) away.

Reviews

4.8

Exceptional

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4.9/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

5/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Simone T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bay house
We were hesitant to book b/c of the 1 bathroom but this was a great place with lots of special amenities.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

5/5 Excellent

Lizzie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place
You absolutely can’t beat this location. We went paddle boarding, went to the beach every day, and took our small boat out that we were able to put in right there in the backyard. We watched the sun rise over the bay and saw a full double rainbow as the storm rolled out. My kids fished, crabbed, and my husband and I drank wine on the porch every night after bedtime. The house was very clean, had everything we needed, and the views were fantastic. We’re definitely planning to come back if we can!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

5/5 Excellent

Benjamin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer Vacation
The property is in a great location and had easy access to the bay and the beach. We really enjoyed the opportunities to bike, kayak and crab.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

5/5 Excellent

Alice M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful stay on the water
This was the perfect place for a relaxing family get-together, with a lovely spacious living area on the second floor, and a wrap-around deck which meant that you could always find the sun, shade, or shelter from the wind. There is instant access to the water - first in a very sheltered lagoon and then in a bay - so great for having fun on the water with a variety of kayaks, SUPs, and other floating devices available. The owner was very quick to respond to questions. The house is located right at the end of North Beach so was quiet, but only a short walk to shops and restaurants. We had a fun week there.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

5/5 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So close but felt so far. Beautiful getaway.
Quick vacation with my three daughters in July. Amazing views. Felt secluded. Cute town. Simple home which is all we needed. The kayaks were easy and awesome to use. Only downfall for us, it was during a heat wave and swimming was limited because of jellyfish. I didn’t mind a sting here and there but my daughters weren’t having it. Would definitely go back though when it wasn’t 100 degrees. Great host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Patrick and Annie Murphy

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The Murphy Point Family Property was established in 1979. Patrick Murphy and Annie Murphy Roberts carry the legacy from their father, James Michael 'Mike' Murphy. Mike Murphy was an engineer who assisted in the design of the Smithsonian American History Museum and oversaw construction & maintenance of many Smithsonian buildings in DC for over 20 years before retiring at the house in North Beach to conduct oyster research under grants from Univ. of MD and Univ. of NC. During World War II, he worked as a physicist on the Manhattan project at Los Alamos. In 1986, he designed/engineered the building to withstand hurricane force winds with a 12-telephone pole foundation driven 34 feet into the ground. A category 4 hurricane (Isabel) has since passed in 2003 without disturbing the solid construction. He also engineered the tidal pool in the rear of the property to attract wildlife and serve as a boat launch. Patrick Murphy is an avid fisherman and retired health care executive. Annie Murphy Roberts is a health care provider.

Why they chose this property

We chose to keep the property in the family because it is unique among bay properties. There are water views on three sides, it has it's own private harbor, and unmatched proximity to the water. It is also less than 2-hour drive from our primary homes, making it the perfect weekend get-away.

What makes this property unique

The deck overlooks the water. The house has its own protected harbor for small water craft. The close proximity to the water allows you to see breaking schools of fish feeding, dolphins, sea rays, ospreys, egrets or the blue heron residing in the back yard and adjacent marshes. Terrapins & River Otters nest in the beach nature preserve behind the property. Otters fish within sight some days. Recently, there have been many sightings of bottlenose dolphins off the property. And otters began nesting and hunting in the waters around the house. Unlike other houses on the street, you may crab or fish from the property. We have five security cameras outside the house for monitoring between guests. Cameras are paused during guest rentals.
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