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Waterfront Wildlife Retreat on the Patuxent River

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Interior
Property grounds
Exterior
Marina
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6149 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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.

Property manager

Pete Worch

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • 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
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total (up to 23 kg 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

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

Waterfront Wildlife Retreat Patuxent River House Lusby
Waterfront Wildlife Retreat Patuxent River House
Waterfront Wildlife Retreat Patuxent River Lusby
Waterfront Wildlife Retreat Patuxent River
Waterfront Wildlife Retreat P
Waterfront Wildlife Retreat on the Patuxent River Lusby

About the area

Map
Lusby, MD

What's nearby

  • Drum Point Lighthouse - 9 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Solomons Island Boardwalk - 10 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Calvert Cliffs State Park - 13 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Cove Point Lighthouse - 17 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Patuxent River Naval Air Station - 23 min drive - 17.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bucket Sportsbar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Teariffic - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Mission BBQ - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Wildlife Retreat on the Patuxent River pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Wildlife Retreat on the Patuxent River ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Wildlife Retreat on the Patuxent River ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Wildlife Retreat on the Patuxent River located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Drum Point Lake and within 6 miles (10 km) of Seahorse Beach and Chesapeake Hills Golf Course. Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center and Cove Point Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Waterfront Wildlife Retreat on the Patuxent River Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 162 out of 166 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 166 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 166 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 166 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 166 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

PJ J., Bethesda, USA

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

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

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

Great Stay!

Beautiful home and property! The house was wonderful, clean, and comfortable. My wife, 9-year- old son, and I had a relaxing and enjoyable stay. We had some luck fishing as well, mostly Spot, but my son caught a Flounder on his first cast, riding the bottom. Highly recommend to families looking to relax and enjoy the river/bay. Thanks, Pete!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

Relaxing

Great house and location. Clean, well stocked, comfotable. Better than the pictures. Safe and Perfect for my little dog, 2year old grandson, my daughter and me.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Perfect DC getaway

My family and I were so impressed by this perfect home on the water. By far the best VRBO experience we have encountered. We were so impressed by all this house had to offer during our stay. Easy 10 out of 10 stars. Thank you Pete!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Sergey K.

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

Fantastic stay on the water!

Thank you, Pete, for a great vacation. The place is truly amazing and has everything you need: nice and clean house with it's sole and a fully stacked kitchen, great views on the water with different boats coming in and out, nice and spacious front lawn on the bank where we spent hours playing games, fishing, crabbing, and just relaxing in comfy chairs. Not for swimming though... Special thanks to Pete for his hospitality, prompt communication, answering all the questions and providing clear instructions.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pauline F.

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

Lovely relaxing weekend

We stayed with four adults and two kids and the house worked well for the group. The kitchen really is stocked with pretty much any and all equipment you can imagine as well as a great collection of herbs and spices. We had no problem cooking up a great Easter meal. There's plenty to watch on the water going by.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Otto W.

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

20 out of 5 ⭐️ s

Over all the property and property owner make this place a second home from myself and my crew. Pete is a gentlemen and an amazing host. He literally knew my team and I come every year and when I had the dates a week off he corrected it while we were Enroute to the event! I can’t say enough great things about tis property!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean C.

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

Perfect Getaway!

We love this place! This was our second time renting from Pete. He is listed as a VRBO Premier Host, defined as " Consistently provides great experiences for guests! " That is absolutely true, Pete goes out of his way to make sure that you have everything you need for a relaxing stay. ( Wine and chocolates too! )The house is beautiful , comfortable and clean with fabulous water views and is truly a wildlife retreat as described!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

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

Grandfather

We stayed with out children and grand children. We fished, checked crab pots, and jumped over to Solomons to dine. We had everything we needed for a nice stay! The view is spectacular!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet D.

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

DC tour and the new Nama-Ko Japanese Restaurant

We wanted to visit DC, but not stay there. This place was perfect, an hour to hour and a half away. Great home on a beautiful river. I cant think of anything that the owner missed.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy V.

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

Another Fantastic Stay

This is our second time staying at Pete's property. We spent a lot of time fishing, crabbing, and watching boats go by. Cages were already baited when we arrived, and we got 4-6 crabs per day during our stay. House had ample supplies of everything we needed to cook family meals throughout the week. Plenty of grocery stores and eateries within a 10 min drive. House was very clean and perfect as a quiet and relaxing place to spend some time with family. Great communication from host - made check in and check out very easy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

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

Bright and Beautiful Pax Home

We would give six stars if we could. The house was in the perfect location for everything. We saw tons of wildlife, got in some fishing & tanning. The owner, Peter, thought of everything (including Wine & chocolate)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay M.

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

Best Kick back spot ever

Always a phenomenal time, owners are super great down-to-earth people, just a place to relax enjoy crabbing, fishing, birdwatching, watching the roaring Jets go by from the naval airbase. Just super phenomenal. Literally 4,5 summers Consecutively. LOL Oh take a bike ride w/the Provided bikes ONSITE. A must do!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

jack d.

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

Just as it's looks and better

This was our second time staying at this house on the Patuxent River, it's a very well stocked and clean home. Pete is a great owner, and I would recommend this place again and again. Only thing that may be difficult for some are the steps going into the house. Pete, Thanks again for a Great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chrissy L., Pocono mountains of PA

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

Great house, great owner and crabs galore!

The house is beautiful and has EVERTHING you need if you want to chill and catch/eat crabs…and in comfort. Your host will have you set up to catch crabs and enjoy the water and the beautiful state of Maryland in every way. Thank you Pete!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

ed h.

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

Verynice

Place had everything you needed Very clean Owner was very responsive We were away most of the day but evenings to mornings very relaxing Entrance is little awkward but other than that no complaints
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane Z.

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

Memorial Day weekend getaway

I stayed at this property over Memorial Day weekend, and it was just perfect! The views are amazing and there are many different things to do in the area. We went kayaking and jet skiing just to name a few. Pete set up the crab traps for us, but we did not partake as it is still a bit off season and we only caught 5 crabs. The home has everything needed for cooking and enjoying the views. We had our small yorkie with us and he enjoyed the smells and running in the grass. Thank-you so much to Pete for sharing his wonderful home with us!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridget S.

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

Relaxing

We enjoyed our relaxing stay - we did not go out except one night - so we were cooking in a lot. Read books, feasted on wonderful crabs that we caught and watched the beautiful boats and F-16s. We thought the linens were really nice and the beds comfortable - which may seem like an odd thing to comment on but we care about that - and the cooking equipment, spices and supplies were one of the best of any rental we have stayed in.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023