This cottage places you next to Chesapeake Bay and within a 10-minute walk of Flag Ponds Nature Park. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
Calvert Cliffs State Park - 14 min drive - 10.9 miles
Patuxent River Naval Air Station - 33 min drive - 24.2 miles
Restaurants
Linda's Produce Stand - 11 min drive
Vera's White Sands Beach Club - 18 min drive
Frying Pan - 15 min drive
Gateway Restaurant & Lounge - 13 min drive
Adam's The Place For Ribs - 12 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Cottage on the Bay
Relax with the whole family at this peaceful place to stay. This beach cottage is in walking distance or a short drive to three private beaches in our community. We provide a parking pass to two of the beaches (one has no parking available).
1 hour from DC/Joint Base Andrews /Annapolis. 45 minutes from Waldorf. 15 minutes from Solomons Island and Prince Frederick
Updated pictures 7/3/2023.
The cottage sits on a hill (there are steps and a grassy hill to access the front or back doors). It has 2 bedrooms with one with queen size bed 43 inch smart TV, and one with bunk beds (twin and full size bed) with a 43 inch smart TV and a spacious bathroom with tub. The living room has a 55 inch smart TV, couch, two chairs, pellet stove. The fully stocked kitchen has spices, cookware, fiesta-ware dishes, dishwasher and offers a 4 chair seating dining table. There is a washer/dryer combo (all in one- it washes and dries in the same machine) available, please note: a wash/dry cycle will take 3-4 hours total. Laundry detergent is not provided. For more space information: click each picture.
Coffee, teas, spices and olive oil are provided.
Shared spaces and items: parking pad (this is a tight fit…two large vehicles will not fit best suited for mid size to compact additional parking can be provided a block away from the property) , fire pit area/back yard, two kayaks and two paddle boards are available for use and are shared with Studio on the Bay guests.
Also, if you need more room we can arrange to combine Studio on the Bay with the Cottage for a discounted rate (if not currently booked/rented).
Please see our other locations: “Studio on the Bay” in Saint Leonard Md or “Cabin in the Woods” in Oakland Md.
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels, and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Upon checking out please place all sheets and towels in the hamper and have any dishes washed.
Return HVAC to 76 in summer (AC) and 68 in winter (heat).
Trash receptacle is a BLUE Amber’s can on the left side of the parking pad.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
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.
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do near this cottage?
Located steps from Chesapeake Bay, this cottage is in St. Leonard, and within a 10-minute walk of Flag Ponds Nature Park and Flag Harbor Marina. You'll also find Northern Chesapeake Bay and Long Beach less than a mile away.
Will I be able to park at this cottage?
No, there isn't parking available at the cottage.
Is this cottage next to a casino?
No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?
No, this cottage doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.
Is Cottage on the Bay good for couples?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this cottage include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.
Does Cottage on the Bay have a hot tub?
Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this cottage.
Does this cottage provide breakfast?
No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this cottage allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.
Does this cottage have connecting rooms?
No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Are there rooms with balconies at Cottage on the Bay?
Yes, every accommodation at Cottage on the Bay comes with a deck.
Cottage on the Bay Reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Mark T.
Dec 1, 2025
Mark T.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
k w.
Aug 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful visit! The cottage was exceptionally equipped with towels, kitchen, beach chairs, wood for the fire pit, ect.
k w.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
6/10 Okay
Victoria M.
Aug 3, 2023
Just know what to expect.
This property has some good qualities. For one, it is right on the water, and you have access to three small beaches and good fishing. It was nice to wake up and drink coffee next to the waves. The house was stocked and seemed to have everything we could’ve needed. However, for us, the negatives far outweighed the positives here. Most significantly to me, the property did not mention that the outdoor amenities - the fire pit, grills, and boats - are shared between you and the adjoining property. The adjoining property is actually a studio garage in the same yard. The fire pit sits directly in front of the other “apartment,” so you will stare directly into the other home should you sit out at night. In fact, this house has little to no privacy at all. If privacy is important to you, you will not enjoy this property - at either sides, you stare directly into the windows (and sometimes the eyes) of neighbors. The house was also grubby. There were dirty dishes in the dishwasher; the knob falls off the shower every time you turn it on. The washer/dryer combo works so inefficiently that it’s not worth your time to use it at all (that is, if you figure out how to use the machine via YouTube, as per the owners’ instructions). Yet, the owners were kind and responsive when I reached out to them upon arrival. They even updated their listings to address some of the aforementioned issues. Just know what to expect at this location, and be willing to relinquish your privacy and perhaps some