House in Betterton, MD

Historic Waterfront Home with Chesapeake Bay View. Sleeps 9. Close to the Beach

Historic Waterfront Home with Chesapeake Bay View. Sleeps 9. Close to the Beach

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Betterton Beachhouse - historic Buena Vista,  overlooking the Chesapeake Bay
Expansive front porch overlooking the Chesapeake Bay and Sassafras River!
Plenty of seating. The screens need replacing, but it's still a great space.
View from the porch.  Enjoy ospreys and kingfishers, sailboats and ships.
Watch for our resident eagle nearby!

Overview of Historic Waterfront Home with Chesapeake Bay View. Sleeps 9. Close to the Beach

9.4 out of 10 Exceptional
5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Check out the area

Betterton, MD
  • Popular LocationBetterton Beach7 min walk
  • Popular LocationElk Neck State Park79 min drive
  • Popular LocationRipken Stadium82 min drive
  • AirportAberdeen, MD (APG-Phillips Army Airfield)88 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Captain's Room - Upstairs Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Downstairs Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 3

1 Twin Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Captain's Half-Bath

Toilet

Downstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Historic Waterfront Home with Chesapeake Bay View. Sleeps 9. Close to the Beach

Stunning view overlooking the Chesapeake Bay, and a quick 5 minute stroll to scenic Betterton Beach! This historic waterfront home offers everything you need for a relaxing vacation or family reunion.

Sit on the expansive porch with a cup of coffee and wait for eagle and osprey sightings, or just watch the ever-changing play of light and clouds as ships make their way up the Bay.

Cook meals in the fully appointed kitchen and enjoy family time in the adjacent dining room. Start a ballgame, set up a wading pool, or have a BBQ in the spacious backyard. The house can easily accommodate up to 9 adults and is equipped with fiber-optic wireless internet.

With this lovely old house on Bayside Boulevard as your home base, you'll be at the heart of Betterton, the "Jewel of the Chesapeake." Swim and sun at the beach, with its new bathhouse and outdoor shower. Take the kayak into the water, or take the kids up Main Street to enjoy the recently installed playground, with a splash pad.

Nearby towns of Chestertown, Galena, and Rock Hall offer great dining options, coffee shops, antique shopping, art galleries, and coastal culture. From Rock Hall you can charter a fishing boat, explore the Bay by sailboat, or pick up some steamed crabs to bring back and tuck into!

In the early 1900’s Buena Vista was a boarding house, where passengers who arrived on the ferry from Baltimore could stay while they vacationed in Betterton. She’s an old and creaky girl - over 100 years old, after all - but she's still gracious and comfortable, and ready to welcome you home!

NOTE: Buena Vista is a work in progress. We've updated the electrical system, and installed new AC/heat pumps upstairs and down, as well as a new washer and dryer. Carpeting has been replaced on the stairs and upstairs foyer. In May '22 we remodeled the upstairs bathroom, adding a shower. We also added a half-bath to the Captain's Room. May '23 we stripped wallpaper and freshly painted two more bedrooms upstairs.

There is still wallpaper in almost every room downstairs, and in one of the upstairs bedrooms. Much of it will eventually come down, but all living areas and bedrooms are comfortable and ready for you to enjoy.

Buena Vista is a grand old home and will provide you with plenty of room, quick and easy access to the beach, and of course that incomparable view!



Property manager

Bob and Debbie

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Please note that our house overlooks the Bay.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Owners must give prior approval. May allow 2 dogs.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

About the neighborhood

Betterton

Located in Betterton, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Betterton Beach and Wilmer Park, while Historical Society of Kent County Maryland and Garfield Center for the Arts at the Prince Theater are cultural highlights. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Betterton Beach - 7 min walk
  • Washington College - 20 min drive
  • Elk Neck State Park - 79 min drive
  • Ripken Stadium - 82 min drive
  • Cedar Lane Regional Park - 87 min drive

Getting around

  • Perryville Station - 64 min drive
  • Baltimore, MD (MTN-Martin State) - 107 min drive

Restaurants

  • Marzellas by the Bay - 14 min walk
  • Barbara's on the Bay - 6 min walk
  • Molly Mason's - 13 min drive
  • Stoltzfus Family Restaurant - 13 min drive
  • K-B Market and Kitchen School - 13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Waterfront Home with Chesapeake Bay View. Sleeps 9. Close to the Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Historic Waterfront Home with Chesapeake Bay View. Sleeps 9. Close to the Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Waterfront Home with Chesapeake Bay View. Sleeps 9. Close to the Beach?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Waterfront Home with Chesapeake Bay View. Sleeps 9. Close to the Beach located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Betterton Beach and within 12 mi (20 km) of Crow Farm and Vineyard and Washington College. Historical Society of Kent County Maryland and Garfield Center for the Arts at the Prince Theater are also within 16 mi (25 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

katie d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing weekend at Buena Vista
This was our second stay here. The property is well appointed for a relaxing stay with 5-star views! Lots of room for family to spread out and relax, and the kitchen has everything you need to make delicious meals. Betterton is extra relaxing with its beautiful views and quiet stillness. We'll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Duane G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an astonishingly property
I had rented this property with a friend for a long weekend a summer ago - and just decided to throw caution to the wind and try for a week away at Thanksgiving. The property was available and created an amazing memory. A few things - Betterton is pretty remote and small town - you do not go here for things to do. You go here for things to get away from. The nearest store is 15 minutes away and the nearest grocery story is 15 miles away. This was perfect. A friend and I planned it perfectly - and brought a turkey and enjoyed it completely. First the house is magnificent -right on the water and except for the wind - you don't hear a sound. It's not just well appointed - but INCREDIBLY well appointed - every kitchen utensil, appliance, spice, dish, or whatever is there. Except for you groceries you won't need a thing. They have books, games, puzzles, and even a TV - but nobody even turned it on. Generally - the morning started with coffee and evolved into a slow breakfast. Followed by working on last night's jigsaw puzzle - which led into a lunch of leftovers. And a nap and a book. Or a walk. About 4pm we'd figure out a dinner plan and by 6pm were yawning and went back to book time. By 8pm it was time for bed. Every single night. PERFECTLY quiet. I cannot compliment the communication and assistance of the owner - I had a few questions -and we didn't go more than a few minutes without a text reply. I will definitely be back! -
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house with a great location!
We had a wonderful stay at Buena Vista! Debbie was so responsive with answering all my questions as we were getting ready. The house is so well stocked with every amenity. It has such charm! For being such an old house, everything was comfortable - the dual zone AC worked great! We absolutely loved the location. The views of the bay were beautiful, and we loved sitting on the porch to enjoy them. The walk to the beach was very easy, even for the little ones and our carts full of stuff. We had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Beach House
This is a wonderful beach house for families! There were many bedroom options for our family including one on the first floor. There are beautiful views from the front porch and from many of the rooms in the house. The kitchen was well equipped with everything that we needed. It is an older house that the owners are updating and they have done a great job so far! They are also super responsive and very easy to work with! The beach is a short walk down a path and the neighborhood is pretty and quiet and the people in town seemed really friendly. There is not a lot to do in town, but there are some cute towns within a half hour ride. My family loved it and we can't wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dog friendly rental on the east side of Chesapeake Bay
This is a beautiful well appointed old school and pet friendly 5 bedroom home with an exquisite view of the Chesapeake Bay and a short walk to a public beach. The owners are welcoming and stay discreetly in touch. It is a wonderful spot for a family reunion.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Bob and Debbie

Host profile image
Hi! While Bob grew up in Maryland, and Debbie in California, we spend most of our time in Texas, where we raised our children. We love to travel, and our children caught that bug as well, with the seven of them living with their families in 5 different states. So Betterton is our eastern headquarters, a great place for family to rendezvous!

Why they chose this property

We bought our first house, Betterton Beachhouse, after years of bringing our kids to Betterton during summer visits to their grandparents. After offering it on VRBO for several years we had a chance to buy a larger house, Buena Vista, just across the alley, overlooking the Chesapeake Bay! Buena Vista is just as comfortable and as close to the beach as is Betterton Beachhouse, and also offers magnificent views! We hope you enjoy, as we do, the lovely beach, friendly neighbors and quiet pace of life. May you leave refreshed, with great memories of time well spent in Betterton.

What makes this property unique

Covered, screened-in porch with view of the Chesapeake Bay!

Languages:

English, Spanish
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