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Lovin’ Life !

Houseboat in Essex

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Property grounds
Marina
Interior
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Marina

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire house boat

1 bedroom2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Essex, MD
  • Place, Baltimore Yacht Club
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Baltimore Inner Harbor Marina
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, Johns Hopkins University
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, Baltimore, MD (MTN-Martin State)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

About the neighborhood

Essex

Located 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Essex Marina, this houseboat is within a 15-minute drive of Chesapeake Bay. Guestrooms at this houseboat include kitchens, patios, and dining areas.
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What's nearby

  • Baltimore Yacht Club - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Baltimore Cruise Terminal - 20 min drive - 16.2 miles
  • Baltimore Inner Harbor Marina - 24 min drive - 17.9 miles
  • National Aquarium in Baltimore - 25 min drive - 14.8 miles
  • Johns Hopkins University - 27 min drive - 14.6 miles

Getting around

  • Middle River Martin State Airport Station - 15 min drive
  • Baltimore, MD (MTN-Martin State) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Royal Farms - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪tavern in the quarters - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪LoonAsea - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pizza John's - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire house boat to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lovin’ Life !

About this space
You won’t forget your time in this romantic, memorable place! Come float on our well cared for 2003 Gibson Classic - a hybrid cross between a houseboat and a cabin cruiser - located on Sue Creek! Steps away from your slip is the Charley's Lawns where you can chill in Adirondack chairs or play outdoor games...cornhole, basketball, ladder toss, tetherball, mini golf, etc! Charley's Waterfront restaurant has both indoor & outdoor dining with lots of TV's to catch your favorite sports teams!

The space
This home adopted a Przewalski's Horse - Travel with Purpose when you stay with us and assist in global efforts to help save this beautiful species!

As you enter the boat thru the slider door you will walk into the living room with bar height counter & two stools along with an L-shaped couch. Take a few stairs down to the middle of the boat to the high ceiling dining and well outfitted kitchen space that includes booth like dining table. SmartTV mounted on wall with view from both kitchen and living rooms. Continue to the back of the boat where your bedroom with Double size bed, closet and bathroom is located!
Windows throughout with blinds that retract to let in all the natural light you desire OR lower whatever you choose for privacy!
BONUS - The roof top deck is the perfect place to retreat to be outside to catch some fresh air or enjoying live music that may be playing on Charley's Lawns.
Bathhouse on-land is located steps away from your slip with spacious private tile shower, toilet and sink!
Guest access
You have access to everything on the boat with the exception of engine room & locked owner's closets. Boat will remain at slip while guest occupied. The dinghy is not part of the rental.

Stay connected while you float with WiFi access on-board!

The boat is parked at The Baltimore Boating Center full of tons of outdoor amenities, bath houses, Charly's Waterfront onsite restaurant with craft brews at Diamondback Brewery, membership options with Freedom Boat Club, paddleboarding with B'more SUP, book a private charter....the FUN never stops!
For entertainment, guests can expect to find Smart TVs. Kitchens, washing machines, and 1.5 bathrooms are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Gather used towels Leave in a pile in hamper or bathroom. Leave bed alone - do not strip!
Throw trash away Remove all trash from house (kitchen, bathroom, etc) place in dumpster outside of house. Make sure all dishes are clean, dry and put away. 
Turn all lights off. Set AC to to 74 in summer and Heat to 68 in the winter at departure. Lock all doors & windows at your departure. If a key was used please put it back in lockbox.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

House rules will be sent via VRBO once your booking is confirmed. Have questions before booking? Feel free to message your host!

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to this houseboat?

This houseboat is located in Essex, close to Essex Marina, Miami Beach, and Rocky Point Park and Beach. You'll also find Chesapeake Bay and Northern Chesapeake Bay within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this houseboat?

No, this houseboat doesn't offer parking.

Is this houseboat next to a casino?

No, this houseboat is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this houseboat?

No, there is no indoor pool at this houseboat.

Is Lovin’ Life ! good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this houseboat, including a kitchen and a smart TV in each accommodation and kitchens in some.

Are there hot tubs at Lovin’ Life !?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this houseboat.

Does this houseboat include breakfast service?

No, this houseboat doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this houseboat allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this houseboat.

Does this houseboat have connecting rooms?

No, this houseboat doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this houseboat?

The closest major airport to this houseboat is Baltimore, MD (MTN-Martin State), which is 6 mi away (15 minutes by car). Another top airport is Baltimore Washington Intl. Airport (BWI), which is located 25.1 mi away (37-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Lovin’ Life !?

Yes, every accommodation at Lovin’ Life ! comes with a deck.

Lovin’ Life ! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

jessica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The houseboat is cozy and comfortable. It was very clean upon our arrival. No problem joining the WiFi or watching the TV, but we mostly listened to the local radio station that was on when we arrived. The host is awesome- very communicative and friendly. Her instructions were very clear and she was responsive to messages from the time we booked till we left. With the restaurant, games and outdoor areas we didn’t even need to leave the marina except for some minor grocery items to have on hand. There’s a business district within minutes that offers a little bit of everything. Overall great weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025