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Historic Oxford Waterfront Estate

Waterfront holiday home with private pool and kitchen

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Pool
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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
6 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 12473.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Oxford, MD
  • Place, U.S. Naval Academy
  • Place, Play Ball Dog Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Oxford Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Easton, MD (ESN-Easton - Newnam)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds

crib and kids' bed on request

2 Child Beds

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 6

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Historic Oxford Waterfront Estate

Bonfield Manor is located at the entrance of Oxford, a half-mile walk or bike ride to restaurants, shops and the Riverview Ave beach. The waterfront property offers a 12-acre park-like setting, fabulous views, and access to Boone Creek and the Choptank at its confluence into the Chesapeake Bay. Bonfield Manor and its plantation buildings were established in 1771-73. The original Georgian manor burnt down in 1927 and was replaced by an elegant lodge built on the original mound (and colonial basement kitchen).
With two master bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms on the ground floor, two queen size bedrooms and 2 bedrooms with 2 twin beds each on the second floor, and 3 additional shared bathrooms Bonfield Manor can accommodate up to12 people. There is an additional pull-out sofa in one of the twin bedrooms upstairs and a kids' bed that can be set up as additional beds upon demand. The 12-acre property with its shaded outdoor patio, swimming pool, large dock, and extensive grounds provides both privacy, time to relax and an extensive playground for young and old. Fishing, crabbing, canoeing, and swimming are at your fingertips as are games, TV, WI-Fi, piano, and books for indoor entertainment. You are at the entrance of Oxford with everything in walking distance, St Michaels a ferry trip away, and Easton a 15 minutes drive.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 35
Check out before 10:00 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
NON-optional: read/abide by terms of Rental Agreement before requesting a reservation online. 6 days minimum during High Season
The rate quoted includes a non-reimbursable portion of $ 500 in case of cancellation.. NO PETS, no exceptions
Day guests in addition to the 12 overnight guests allowed by Talbot County regulations require prior approval by the Owner as are boats/jet skis

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 deadlock
Property Registration Number ST-472-Hau
Property # 3622929

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Oxford

Located in Oxford, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Oxford Museum and Academy of the Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Talbot Massage and Hog Neck Golf Course. Travelling with kids? Consider Easton Cycle and Sport and Ruark Boatworks. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Oxford, MD

What's nearby

  • Play Ball Dog Park - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Oxford Museum - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge - 39 min drive - 47.4 km
  • Sandy Point State Park - 56 min drive - 80.2 km
  • Chesapeake Bay Bridge - 56 min drive - 80.9 km

Getting around

  • Cambridge Station - 28 min drive
  • Easton, MD (ESN-Easton - Newnam) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Doc's Sunset Grille - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪t at The General Store - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Momma Maria's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Trappe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Capsize - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Historic Oxford Waterfront Estate have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Historic Oxford Waterfront Estate pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Historic Oxford Waterfront Estate?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Oxford Waterfront Estate?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Oxford Waterfront Estate?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Oxford Waterfront Estate located?

This family-friendly Oxford holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Play Ball Dog Park and Oxford Museum. Easton Cycle and Sport and Academy of the Arts are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 90 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 90 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 90 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 90 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 90 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eric&Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House and its setting could not be more perfect. Everything you could imagine wanting was there and well maintained. Highly, highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everyone loved the home and property . The weather was beautiful as well. Thank you for opening your hometown us.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

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

Fantastic stay!

Absolutely beautiful house and location! The house had so many activities and water sports included too! Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful home along with a 5 star atmosphere (waterfront, pool, gorgeous landscaping, air conditioned sunroom allowing for continued awe of water etc., even when humid weather lingers outside, Plus, crabbing was fun for the whole family - great dinners!!!! Privacy, away from the crowds but not far from shopping centers, restaurants, food markets etc,Perfect 10
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen V.

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

Family

We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo J.

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

Great place for quiet/relaxing vacation

Good for a quiet getaway. Owner and agent were great to deal with and the property is beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jadzia M.

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

Chesapeake getaway

Beautiful property in an excellent location
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie A.

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

Another perfect family week

Bonfield Manor is a hidden treasure on Maryland’s eastern shore. We can honestly say that the owner has thought of just about everything that family vacationers might need. The kitchen is fully equipped for the size of the group which is rarely the case. The library is amazing!! The owner lists activities available locally such as boat charters. Our favorite thing to do is crabbing off the pier but this year we decided to try out the kayaks off the pier step down which worked out well. Biking into town for lunch or ice cream is also a favorite. You really will love it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

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

Wonderful Family Vacation

The house and property were absolutely beautiful! We enjoyed swimming in the pool, going out on the kayaks and paddle boards and bike riding into the quaint town of Oxford. We truly enjoyed our stay at Bonfield Manor and would love to come back again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat G.

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

Amazing Grounds and Beautiful Old House

The house itself was great, but the yard, pool, and dock make this the perfect summer house.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas Wendy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was spotless and filled with everything you can think of and then more. Extra towels, linens anything else needed. The grounds are well kept. Every morning someone could be seen cleaning any leaves from the pool. The house is filled with games and all different sizes of bicycles. All on acres of private property adjacent to a conservatory park.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

jackie p.

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

Summer 2023

Wonderful stay!! Spacious and plenty to do!! Beautiful views!! Great location in quaint town! Had a great relaxing time!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

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

Nice Property! Great Amenitites

Awesome property - lots of history. Many amenities offered to the guests! Large house with lots of room!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

michele m.

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

Perfect vacation!

This house was absolutely perfect for our family The layout of the house, everyone had their own space and bedrooms were very comfortable. A beautiful library of books, which we used in the evening after kids were in bed. The grounds and the pool, dock, kayaks, and every space was ideal. We will definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodie M.

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

Wonderful weekend get away

This was the perfect place for our girls get away. The house and location were perfect. There is plenty to do at the house and close by. The ferry to St. Michaels is not far. I would highly recommend this property and plan on booking again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

karen L., Philadelphia

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

A magnificent home in an amazing location

What a magnificent home. Fabulously appointed with thoughtful furnishings. Bedrooms and baths were perfect. The surroundings, pool, dock, boats, bikes are everything you could want. We would love to stay here again
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Family celebration

My wife, three children, spouses and four grandchildren and I spent a week at the manor. Very relaxing, pool was great. The house and the grounds were wonderful. Enough to do to keep busy, or just relax.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret (Meg) A.

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

Wonderful place for a family reunion

This is a great rental for a large family. The town is beautiful and quiet with marinas, a ferry, a 25 mile an hour speed limit so biking is easy and safe, great restaurants and one of the best ice cream places in all of Maryland. The property has so many activities — a huge yard with breath taking sunrises, games, bikes, canoes, a pool, BBQ grills, badminton…we had an amazing family reunion!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

david f.

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

Spectacular Wedding Weekend!

The house and grounds are wonderful. All the bedrooms were well appointed and very comfortable. The common spaces were very generous and very well appointed to make you feel right at home. The kitchen had everything we could have wanted and more. Pool, dock and yard were great for gathering and games - wish we could have stayed a month! Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

ELEANOR S., Florida

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

Family vacation

The house was amazing!!! Beautiful, clean, plenty of space for a family. The owner and property manager were both wonderful and very attentive to our needs. We’re booking again for next year. The house was exactly as described and the pictures did not do it justice Very highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna T.

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

Idyllic Location with lots of amenities for a group

10 of us spent a wonderful long weekend at the idyllic Bonfield Manor House. Gorgeous property with peaceful stunning views, an easy walk into Oxford and plenty to do at the house. Marianne was so easy to work with and very responsive! Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

F.E. and Diane M., Philadelphia suburbs

"ditto"

We stayed again at Bonfield Manor this summer [early August]. Read our review [5 stars] from July of 2015! Great time, wonderful facilities! A perfect vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

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

Anniversary Celebration

Beautiful home and setting! Lots to do to keep pre-teens and teens occupied: canoeing, paddle boarding, kayaking, swimming, games, plus large, flat yard for outdoor games, such as bocce ball. Very relaxing…highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne P.

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

Bonfiefd manor

Over the top
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Marianne Haug

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We have cherished Bonfield Manor for nearly 20 years and use the property YEAR Round as a 1-2 day retreat and for longer vacations. With children grown and heavy travel commitments, we would like to share this special historic property with others who are looking for a short-term 'get-away' or vacation rental. Bonfield has been updated to today's standards and furnished with 19th century antiques and engravings as well as modern art works and furniture.

What makes this property unique

Priceless setting and water views. Convenient, close-in but peaceful location, Abundant wildlife: ospreys, owls, blue herons, fowl, foxes, and deer. Remaining colonial buildings on the property. Plantation and literary history of Bonfield Manor.

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