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Kayak friendly home on the Chesapeake Bay with bikes, paddle board & golf cart

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Smart TV, fireplace, ping pong, books
Terrace/patio
On the tranquil island, Smith Island Home offers a peaceful retreat. Unwind in the comfortable family room with new furniture or enjoy meals prepared in the fully-stocked kitchen. The enclosed patio is perfect for warm summer days, and easy access to water allows you to kayak or paddleboard at leisure.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 390 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Gym
  • Dryer
  • Washer
The current price is AU$523
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Kayak friendly home on the Chesapeake Bay with bikes, paddle board & golf cart

Relax in this 1910 era Smith Island home. Has one large upstairs bedroom with second twin bed separate from main bedroom. A short 3 minute walk from the ferry dock for the boat Island Belle II by Harborside restaurant to the house. Comfortable family room with new furniture and seating for 5. Enclosed patio with new screens is ideal in the summer. Large kitchen fully stocked to cook your meals. Large bathroom recently renovated (Summer ‘23) with new shower, vanity and washer/dryer. Easy access to the water. Kayak, SUP, and bikes are available. Island is only accessible by boat. Keypad entrance is on the side patio door.Enjoy the tranquility of this unique place. Truly a special place never to be forgotten. Golf cart is included and may be covered and parked on the property. You may use but please rinse off entire cart including underside and on bricks to side of house and cover (if it was covered) and strap down the cover. Ferry boat leaves Crisfield,MD daily at 12:30pm. Park one block away at Tawes lumber yard for $3/night or about 10 minutes walk from ferry at Somers Cove Marina which is gated, lit and secured for$5-$10/night. Ferry (Island Belle II or Capt Jason) leaves the island at 7:30am Mon-Sat and 11:00am on Sunday (weather dependent). It is about a 40 minute ride and around $25 cash per person plus luggage(check with captain on price but around $5/luggage.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Use ashtray and empty ashes. Ok to smoke outside.

Services and conveniences

  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Water sports equipment

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Bicycles
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Recycling
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Unit size: 972 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 8:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
If golf cart was used spray down with hose and cover (if was covered upon arrival)
If Kayaks were used spray them down and cover them and return to stand
Unplug a/c units and during winter if heat is on turn to 57 place any trash in bags both inside and outside in bins.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Place dirty linens on floor in bathroom. Take trash outside to bins. Unplug both a/c units in summer, turn 2 downstairs thermostats to 57 in winter
If using bikes or kayaks please rinse after use. Return bikes to shed and kayaks to the stand with covers.
Rinse golf cart including underneath with hose in back of house. Park on bricks to side of house and cover and secure with straps. Key on kitchen wall

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: $50 for each pet per stay

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Use ashtray and empty ashes. Ok to smoke outside.

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Smith Island is home to this holiday home. J. Millard Tawes Museum and Tangier History Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Tylerton County Dock and Crisfield City Dock.
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Smith Island, MD

What's nearby

  • Terrapin Sand Point - 5 min walk - 0.4 km

Restaurants

  • Bayside Inn Restaurant
  • ‪The Roost - ‬6 min walk
  • Drum Point Market
  • ‪Smith Island Cake Store at the Bayside Inn Restaurant & Carryout - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ruke's General Store and Seafood Deck - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Kayak friendly home on the Chesapeake Bay with bikes, paddle board & golf cart pet-friendly?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Kayak friendly home on the Chesapeake Bay with bikes, paddle board & golf cart?

As of 18 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kayak friendly home on the Chesapeake Bay with bikes, paddle board & golf cart on 20 Sept 2025 start from AU$523.06, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Kayak friendly home on the Chesapeake Bay with bikes, paddle board & golf cart?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kayak friendly home on the Chesapeake Bay with bikes, paddle board & golf cart?

Checkout is at 8:00 AM.

Where is Kayak friendly home on the Chesapeake Bay with bikes, paddle board & golf cart located?

Situated in Smith Island, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Terrapin Sand Point and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Smith Island.

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