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Waterfront Wildlife Retreat on the Patuxent River

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Interior
Smart TV, DVD player, books
Exterior
Property grounds
Marina

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Lusby, MD
  • Place, Calvert Marina
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Drum Point Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Seahorse Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Lusby

With a stay at this vacation home in Lusby, you'll be on the waterfront, within a 10-minute drive of Chesapeake Bay and Drum Point Lake. .This vacation home is 5.8 mi (9.4 km) from Chesapeake Hills Golf Course and 6.2 mi (9.9 km) from Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center.

What's nearby

  • Calvert Marina - 1 min drive - 0.3 miles
  • Drum Point Lake - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Seahorse Beach - 7 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Calvert Cliffs State Park - 10 min drive - 7.7 miles
  • Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center - 11 min drive - 7.2 miles

Getting around

  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Buckets Sports Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 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.

Waterfront Wildlife Retreat on the Patuxent River

This contemporary waterfront home, located on the Patuxent River, near the entrance to the Solomons Island Harbor, is bustling with activity on the land, water and in the air. From the sail, power and workboats going in and out of the harbor into the Patuxent River and Chesapeake Bay, to the sights and occasional sounds of aircraft from NAS Patuxent River, your cares will simply melt away. In addition, the wildlife including all kinds of birds (osprey, eagles, ducks, geese, herons etc.), deer, foxes and many more provide plenty of enjoyment and photo opportunities. Fish and crab from the bulkhead or just sit and enjoy.
This 3-bedroom, two story, modified A-Frame with an all-glass front will provide plenty of opportunities to rest and enjoy it all. The open plan format kitchen, dining and living room and walkout deck give you spectacular views of both sunrise and sunset. There is one adult bedroom (1 queen) and one bedroom (2 twin beds) for the kids to enjoy on the first floor and a an en-suite bedroom (1 queen) on the second floor.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. The bathroom with a shower/tub combination features a jetted bathtub and a hair dryer.
This smoke-free vacation home features books, games, and sailing nearby. Recreational activities include windsurfing nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Rules

#1. Relax and enjoy!
#2. See Rule #1. This property is operated under PAX Retreat LLC and conforms to its terms and conditions.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Sm dogs only (2 @ 25 lbs). Fee ($75)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Proximity to the water! Pond not accessible

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

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Waterfront Wildlife Retreat on the Patuxent River Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 173 out of 178 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 178 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 178 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 178 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 178 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kitchen fully equipped, house clean, family friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tova A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very welcoming and helpful. Home was comfortable and quiet. Homeowner very responsive to our questions and needs. It was a peaceful retreat
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenna G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location! Host is equally amazing and the home was perfect with everything we needed for a long relaxing weekend. Views are stunning and home was very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for our visit! Very comfortable with a gorgeous view. Thanks so much, Pete!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was fully equipped, decorated nicely, and very clean and welcoming for us. It worked perfectly for our holiday plans! The waterfront view was amazing! It’s close to shopping and the Solomon’s Island area. Peter is a great host and we’re looking forward to returning!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chrissy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is tops in all of Maryland. If you want to catch crabs in a perfect property this is the place.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kat A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very quiet to get away. Enjoyed all the wildlife neighbors!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan O.

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

Perfect visit

Absolutely loved staying here! Property was exactly as advertised, well stocked and excellent wildlife watching opportunities!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view. Well equipped. Wonderful wall art.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
ALWAYS ALWAYS A Beautiful Getaway. Literally any and everything you could possibly need & ask for, super relaxed vibe, great fishing & crabbing, and homeowners are as pleasant as they come. If you haven’t been to this Lusby get away, book ASAP! Have FUN!!
Ps. Inlet/Creek next to house, keep an eye out for Exotic Birds!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony R.

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

Great Stay

Property is better in person… Pete was a great host, no issues with check in.. House was spotless, well stocked and ready for us.. Everything is there for you to have a great time… Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole V.

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

Amazing

We went here just for a little weekend getaway for my boyfriend, his brother, his brother’s girlfriend and their kids. We had the absolute best time, such a nice getaway even if it was only for 3 days. The view of the bay from the house is gorgeous and everything was perfect. I will be recommending this stay to anyone I can!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Reed C.

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

Base camp for hunting trip

It was a very nice place. Great location and very clean. Wonder views of the Bay!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle B.

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

Wonderful retreat

My stay was beautiful, excellent, peaceful, very relaxing. My views from the house was beautiful, the sounds of the waves of the water was much needed to detox from everyday life. We fished & crabbed took in the scenery. Our host is/was great wonderful timely response to all my questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan B.

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

Loved the Location!

We had a wonderful stay and loved the location. A highlight was catching 2 crabs the last day and eating them for breakfast. Thanks for providing everything that we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela P.

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

Peaceful refuge

Wonderful stay in a well appointed home. Osprey watching on the deck while sipping coffee with no bugs was the best. We greatly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauri U.

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

Quiet and Peaceful

Clean and nice location. Worked perfectly for our visit to the area to spend time with our daughter, son-in-law, and two perfect grandsons. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home and location.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PJ J.

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

Amazing, calming views

We stayed here for 4 days. The place was as lovely as the pictures. Decor was tasteful. The host was very responsive before our stay. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

andrea b.

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

Graduation weekend

Rented the house to celebrate a graduation from St Mary’s College. It was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fran F.

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

Great house, clean, kitchen spices and cookware great, lovely house big enough for a family.

Great location and view of river /naval base. Highly recommend. Will definitely be back! Pete a great host, house accommodations were awesome.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg H.

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

A Fantastic Getaway!

The Waterfront Retreat on the Patuxent River is better than advertised. Our whole family stayed -- everyone loved it! It was clean, comfortable, with everything needed to stay comfortably, sleep, eat, relax and use as a home base for exploring. Solomons Island and the surrounding area was filled with lots of fun things to do (restaurant's, museums, history, boating, walking, etc.).
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra G.

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

Perfect Place

The house was awesome, the view couldn’t have been better. Loved everything about it, quiet and peaceful and it is on a dead end short road with wildlife in the yard in the morning, deer, fox, blue heron, bald eagle, geese and ducks, just fabulous. Will definitely be going back soon I hope.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney W.

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

Beautiful home with a beautiful view!

Absolutely wonderful home in a really beautiful area. The home has everything you need to feel like it’s your own home away from home! We hope to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve E.

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

Great Location

Property was very clean and right on the water. Listing was as described.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy F.

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

Amazing Stay

This property was amazing. Everything was clean and stocked with anything you could need. The view is amazing, Couldn't have asked for a better place. Very comfortable. Loved sitting on the deck and relaxing as the boats came by, watching the birds, fishing and crabbing from the front. Just an amazing stay. Close to everything we came to do.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024