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The Blackwater refuge country house on a quiet 12 acres

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A wooden gazebo with a peaked roof and open sides, situated in a grassy field with trees in the background. - The Blackwater refuge country house on a quiet 12 acres (Crapo)
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white stove, and a black refrigerator. - The Blackwater refuge country house on a quiet 12 acres (Crapo)
A bedroom with two beds, wooden headboards, a dresser, and a window with sheer curtains. - The Blackwater refuge country house on a quiet 12 acres (Crapo)
A living room with a plaid sofa, wooden coffee table, and a brick fireplace. - The Blackwater refuge country house on a quiet 12 acres (Crapo)
A long, narrow hallway with wooden flooring and light-colored walls. - The Blackwater refuge country house on a quiet 12 acres (Crapo)
You can look forward to a firepit, a garden and laundry facilities at The Blackwater refuge country house on a quiet 12 acres. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

The Blackwater refuge country house on a quiet 12 acres

  • Newly renovated house located in lower Dorchester County with fire pit and gazebo for entertaining family and friends. Property is ajoining to Blackwater national refuge which is very popular for nature watching and biking. The Blackwater river is only one mile away with great fishing and crabbing. Property is located 15 minutes from Cambridge, MD and approximately 10 minutes from the refuge visitor center and Harriet Tubman museum.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • 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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 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

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs and cats only

2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
On-site 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

About the area

Located in Church Creek, this holiday home is in a rural area. P. L. Jones Marina and Layton's Chance Vineyard and Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Chesapeake Bay and Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge. Kayaking, power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting nearby. Visit our Church Creek travel guide
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Crapo, MD

What's nearby

  • A wooden boardwalk extending into a grassy field.
    Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge
    11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • A marina with numerous sailboats docked at wooden piers.
    Long Wharf Park
    36 min drive - 34.1 km
  • A lighthouse on a wooden pier with a boat docked nearby.
    Choptank River Lighthouse
    36 min drive - 34.1 km
  • Harriet Tubman Museum and Educational Center
    36 min drive - 33.4 km
  • Gerry Boyle Park at Great Marsh
    38 min drive - 35.1 km

Getting around

  • Cambridge Station
    33 min drive
  • Easton, MD (ESN-Easton - Newnam)
    52 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bestpitch Bridge
    64 min drive
  • Steaks To Seafood
    8 min drive
  • The Royal Tea Co
    9 min drive
  • Carolyns Stonehouse
    17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Blackwater refuge country house on a quiet 12 acres pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at The Blackwater refuge country house on a quiet 12 acres?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at The Blackwater refuge country house on a quiet 12 acres?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Blackwater refuge country house on a quiet 12 acres located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is steps from Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge and within 9 mi (15 km) of Harriet Tubman Birthplace Marker and Asquith Island. Harriet Tubman State Park Visitors Center and Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Historical Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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The Blackwater refuge country house on a quiet 12 acres Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent place to stay

House was very clean and comfortable. Location was excellent. Very quiet neighborhood. Property had a pond to fish, gazebo and outdoor fire pit.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Stay!

House extremely clean on 12 acres near Blackwater Wildlife loop. Flooded roads made navigating challenging but nothing that couldn't be overcome. Rental of bikes and kayaks nearby.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Get outdoors

Listing and photos accurately describe accommodations. We were comfortable and satisfied. A nice rural location for perusing outdoor activities - fishing, hunting, boating, paddling, birdwatching. Good parking for a boat trailer.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great retreat from it all!

My 14-year-old son and I booked this house for a last-minute, 4-day, get-back-to-nature trip centered around fishing. And we couldn't have found a better spot. Andy, the host, was as helpful and generous as could be with information and guidance, even arranging a fantastic night-fishing trip for us. The house is set up generously with kitchen, cleaning, and linen supplies, which made for simpler packing and much convenience during our stay. The property is totally comfortable and easy to manage, with laundry, WiFi & TV, lots of places to sit and eat. And the location of it in the nature refuge makes it feel like traveling to another world altogether. The pond next to the house was awesome for fishing, and there is lots to explore in the area for other nature experiences. We were excited to find the listing, and the reality of our trip was even better than we'd imagined it was going to be!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to get away... from everything.

The property is best reviewed in four components: 1) The House. It's great for anyone who just wants to get away from the world. Simple. Clean. Has all the stuff in it you normally expect (linens, towels, forks, pots, pans, internet, etc.) The matresses could maybe stand an upgrade, but the water pressure is great and it even has a massage chair! The Property: It's unique. It's big. There are visiting sitka deer and other types of wildlife. Bring muck boots if you plan to wander beyond the driveway. The Pond: AWESOME! Fishing is what we were there to do. We caught more bass and snakehead in that pond than we did at any other area we visited. Hope it stays that way. The Commute to the Property: We weren't expecting the main roads leading to/from the house to be flooded ALL THE TIME. It seems to just be the way things are down there. Be prepared for 6-8" of standing water on the roads. It can catch you off guard, especially if you find out at night. OVERALL: I catch wait to bring my kids to this place. If you have littles you want to teach how to fish, or just want quiet quality time with family, this is a great spot for it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome property! My son and I had a great time fishing the ponds and exploring the area. We will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great weekend getaway

Very happy with this place, quiet, clean, all good.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Enjoyed the house. Everything great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice home with close proximity to Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge. Very quiet and peaceful. The instructions were very simple and clear. Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Blackwater National Refuge

Property owner was great. He text to answer a question and proceeded to give advice on the fishing we were there to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was amazing! We were hoping for a quiet, peaceful getaway in nature and this space delivered it. We read reviews for a hiking trail nearby as we brought our dogs with us. Many warned about the biting flies, a common staple in wetlands areas, and so we brought along netted beekeeper's hats which made all the difference. Without them, I think we would have struggled at dusk and dawn each day as the bugs are very active. So are the rest of the beautiful geese, birds, deer, rabbits, hawks, bald eagles, and a multitude of other creatures. I could see this being an amazing family getaway for a wetlands immersion lesson, Magic School Bus style. :) Other reviews have covered how great of a spot this is for onsite fishing and nearby hunting so I'm hoping to share the other perspective as we had a great time just enjoying the scenery. There is a lovely gazebo outback that is screened in. We enjoyed breakfast here and birdwatching. The drive in takes you down a winding two lane road with the wetlands to either side. In some spots the road does flood over completely but you can drive through it slowly. At night this scene was beautiful with the full moon reflecting off the water. The house has everything you could possibly need and a beautiful simplicity to it. I appreciated the decor so much - there are many antique elements so be mindful if you bring pets or kids. Comfy bed, hot shower, internet and well-equipped kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed here for the Ironman 70.3 held in Cambridge, MD. We brought our dog and did plenty of exploring in Blackwater Wildlife Refuge. It was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024