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2 Mi to Lighthouse: Waterfront Home w/ Dock!

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and furnished balcony

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California Vacation Rental | 4BR | 2BA | 2,500 Sq Ft | Step-Free Access
Exterior Space | 4 Kayaks | Bring Your Own Boat | Owner's Boat Not for Use
Living Room | Free WiFi | 1st Floor
Living Room | Smart TV
Interior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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California, MD
  • Place, Patuxent River Naval Air Station
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, St. Mary's College of Maryland
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Maryland International Raceway
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 (Accessible via Bedroom 4)

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

2 Mi to Lighthouse: Waterfront Home w/ Dock!

Discover an unforgettable vacation with this 4-bedroom, 2-bath California vacation rental as your home-away-from-home! Primely situated on a private peninsula with over 1,000 feet of waterfront space, this 120-year-old historic home is the perfect vacation destination for fishing, kayaking, and exploring the Chesapeake! After a day filled with on-the-water fun, shoot some hoops in the driveway, or fire up the grill for a seafood feast.

-- THE PROPERTY --

2,500 Sq Ft | 4 Kayaks | Ping Pong Table | Water View From Every Room | 4 Bikes Provided

Ideal for fishermen and sailors, 'Sailor's Delight' offers an unbeatable location for aquatic excursions, plus all the desirable amenities imaginable for a stress-free stay.

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed, Twin Bed | Bedroom 3 (Only Accessible via Bedroom 4): 2 Twin Beds | Bedroom 4: Twin Daybed w/ Twin Trundle, Twin Futon

OUTDOOR LIVING: Private dock (bring your own boat), basketball hoop, furnished patio, BBQ, propane fire pit, crab pot
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, Keurig coffee maker, toaster oven, dishware & flatware
INDOOR LIVING: 2 Smart TVs, fireplace, dining table, ceiling fans, foosball table, piano player (built in 1898, plays with or without scrolls), ping pong table
GENERAL: Free WiFi, towels, linens, central heating & air conditioning, keyless entry, washer, dryer
ACCESSIBILITY: Step-free access, 2-story home, both bathrooms on 1st floor
FAQ: Owner's boat not for guest use
PARKING: Driveway (8 vehicles), RV/trailer parking

-- THE LOCATION --

OUTDOORS: Patuxent River (on-site), Myrtle Point Park (3.3 miles), St. Mary's River State Park (11.5 miles)
ATTRACTIONS: Drum Point Lighthouse/Cove Point Lighthouse (1.9 miles), Calvert Marine Museum (1.9 miles), Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center (3.7 miles), Patuxent River Naval Air Museum (6.3 miles), Historic St. Mary's City (15.5 miles), Piney Point Lighthouse Museum & Historic Park (18.3 miles)
NEARBY TOWNS: Solomons Island (2.8 miles), Leonardtown (9.6 miles), Chesapeake Beach (33.9 miles)
GOLF: Chesapeake Hills Golf Course (6.8 miles), Breton Bay Golf & Country Club (14.4 miles), Cedar Point Golf Club (15.6 miles), Wicomico Shores Golf Course (25.1 miles)
RENTALS: Spring Cove Marina (2.1 miles), Chesapeake Bay Charters - A Family Sailing Adventure (2.1 miles), Solomons Boat Rental (2.4 miles), Bunky’s Charter Boats (2.4 miles)
AIRPORT: Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (62.5 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly with a $100 fee (dogs only, no cats,+ fees & taxes)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This 2-story home offers step-free access. Both bedrooms are on the 1st floor, which is typical for a home built in 1900
- NOTE: Bedroom 3 is only accessible via bedroom 4
- NOTE: Guests are welcome to bring their own boats. The owner's boat is not available for guest use

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

Pets allowed
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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

California

Located in California, this holiday home is on the waterfront. St. Mary's River State Park and Salem State Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Calvert Marine Museum and Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Saint Mary's Fairground, or check out an event or a game at Jamie L. Roberts Stadium. With kayaking, scuba diving and power boating nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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What's nearby

  • Calvert Cliffs State Park - 10 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Patuxent River Naval Air Station - 12 min drive - 10.3 km
  • St. Mary's College of Maryland - 21 min drive - 23.1 km
  • Historic St. Mary's City - 25 min drive - 26.8 km
  • Maryland International Raceway - 33 min drive - 46.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 2 Mi to Lighthouse: Waterfront Home w/ Dock! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 2 Mi to Lighthouse: Waterfront Home w/ Dock!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 2 Mi to Lighthouse: Waterfront Home w/ Dock!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2 Mi to Lighthouse: Waterfront Home w/ Dock!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 2 Mi to Lighthouse: Waterfront Home w/ Dock! located?

This family-friendly California holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Patuxent River, Calvert Marine Museum and Drum Point Lighthouse. Southern Branch Library and J.C. Lore Oyster House are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 41 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Levi T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and beautiful property. Clean and spacious with unique amenities. Great communication as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

nikole h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kitchen was large and well stocked! Clean and loved the originality of the home. We loved the front porch and views were spectacular! Property manager Melissa was amazing! The only downside is that the beds were not comfortable at all. If the beds would be upgraded it would be the perfect stay. The dock was amazing and would love to stay again...if the beds were more comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Teresa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location and scenery! We had a great time and I would definitely return. The house was nice & spacious and the host was readily available! Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Gerald S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Excellent location. Our dog loved it. Main sitting area in the house has very little day light. Both bathrooms are on the first floor but 3 bedrooms are upstairs.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Erin T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Ok property.

No real problems with the stay. Pictures need to be updated. Descriptions of rooms need to be more accurate. Would recommend to bring your own pillows.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David L.

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

great spot in a great area

we stayed for work, plenty of things to do in the area. plenty of space in the house. everything was clean.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Marita C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
We enjoyed our stay but the 95-100 degree weather made it hard to fully enjoy the area. The house was located near many of them. We fished snd crabbed from the dock and did use the kyacks once early in the day.House air conditioning was much appreciated.Melissa was responsive and helpful. Wi/fi was fineHouse worked for us but could definitely use a lot of improvements. We loved the player piano!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Catherine L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
We enjoyed the location of the property, and the beds and spaces were clean. Using the kayaks was a plus as was the availability of the bikes (good condition and pumped tires ready to go). The house did have a musty smell to it throughout our stay, the carpets felt damp, and the owner should note that there is duct tape keeping the microwave handle on, as well as tape holding the rear screen door handle. There are also spiders/cobwebs between the windows and screens. Also- renters should note that if you are sleeping in the master bedroom downstairs, and there are people also sleeping above you- you will hear all movement.It worked out for our family since we spent all of our time at another house and didn't have to use the kitchen to cook, or the living room to hang out in.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Walter C.

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

Convenient Wedding Venue

Great location to downtown Solomons Island Center.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

janice

Great!

We had a nice stay. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Ray C.

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

Great Trip. Highly Recommend

Had two nights in this wonderful cabin-like rustic river inlet home. Two homes in the neighborhood don’t was quiet and quaint but about 25-30 minutes away from St Marys College of Maryland so not as convenient as we would have liked but best option available. Disabled mother stayed on first floor which was spacious and great. Upstairs room and Air Conditioning were acceptable. Dining room and Kitchen were great. Dog loved the back yard. Kids loved the ping pong table and foosball table. Overall, Great house that has aged well and has character. I highly recommend. No real issues at all and checkin was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie F.

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

We'd love to go back

It's a magical little place. We loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ibin Q., Washington DC, USA

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

Great home

Brought in the new yer with my family here. The Home has a rustic charm, location is great and by the water, tons of yard space and the game room is an awesome amenity. Would love to stay again next time during the Spring/Summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

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

Wonderful Property

We love this place. The property is amazing. The house was great. All the kids had so much fun swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding, and floating. Check in was simple. The owners and PM were super helpful. My only advice is to bring shade and lawn chairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Douglas S., Baltimore

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and amenities. Could use some updating.

Great location and amenities. Could use some updating. Dock and waterfront were pretty. Great we could have our dogs there. House was dated, but clean and everything worked.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex B.

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

Perfect Private Peninsula

We had a great stay during Thanksgiving, enjoying the private waterfront yard, and close proximity to food and activities. We stayed with our pup who loved the yard and being able to explore the dock and kayak in the river. The kitchen worked great for cooking our Thanksgiving meal, and the rustic charm interior made the home feel cozy and warm for the holiday. We can’t wait to return in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken N.

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

Family Fun Time

Quitesential bay vacation. The house is old and loaded with character. As a person that has been visiting the Pax river area since the early 70's, this brought back many childhood memories.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dodie H.

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

Quaint

We stayed for a motorcross race (son was racing). We didnt do much at the house. Its nestled back in a quiet point on the water. Easy commute to and from to the grocery/simple shopping stores. Starbucks right down the street for you coffee lovers. The interior decor is simple and antique.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas D.

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

Relaxing Stay

The house was nice and the property is spacious. Great views from the dining room table. A little steep heading down to the dock but not terrible. Very private setting, but also only 5 mins away from pretty much anything you could need. Some nice restaurants just across the bridge in Solomons Island. Would love to return in warmer weather to take advantage of the kayaks and water.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Cindy N.

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

nice spot

It is a cool house that has a lot of potential, but it definitely needs some work to make it more comfortable and livable.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth C.

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

Large Property and House with Water View

This house was perfectly located four visit purpose and intent. The large hose was located on a creek off teh Patuxent RIver, had great views of the water with kayaks to enjoy, bikes to ride and a sailboat for cruising. It was a rare find in the rental world.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Extended Wedding Weekend

We visited the area for a nearby wedding and really enjoyed the house! It was very clean and close to grocery stores, etc which made stocking up easy. Comfy beds, plenty of room, and lots of charm! At the suggestion of another visitor we spent a morning at Sotterly Plantation and would highly recommend it if you're a history buff - a fascinating look at the area's rich history. If we were able to stay longer I would have researched the sailboat rental. I look forward to the possibility of visiting this beautiful area again in the future when we can spend more time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Danita

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Limited towels and supplies for keeping things neat while we were there. Sponges in the sink were nasty.

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

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

Wow property!

The house is beautifully set atop a hill forming its own peninsula. The grounds are well maintained and the gazebo outback is great for viewing the river. While the house is historic, it is charming, and some updates have been made. Kitchen was well stocked with all the items needed to prepare a meal . There is no door for privacy between two sleeping areas up stairs, and both bathrooms are downstairs. Two bedrooms are completely private with great views. We had a terrific weekend. It was perfect for our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debra C.

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

Like Going to Grandma's House

We thoroughly enjoyed our brief stay at this cozy house, a little piece of history on the Patuxent River with serene water views. The connected rooms, bed configurations (and foosball table!) upstairs were a good set up for family with children; grandparents were able to have more privacy on the main floor. The house is old but we like that. It is clearly well-loved, and has much more character than most newer, sleeker properties. For one, I have certainly never stayed in a rental house with a real player piano. (We did have to make an effort to keep the kids from playing with that fragile antique!) We loved our visit and hope to have occasion to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

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