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BEACH WITHOUT THE BUSTLE

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Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
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Marina
Smart TV, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Betterton Beach, MD
  • Betterton Beach
    3 min walk
  • Marzellas by the Bay
    12 min walk
  • Aberdeen Station
    78 min drive
  • Baltimore, MD (MTN-Martin State)
    106 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

BEACH WITHOUT THE BUSTLE

This condo is situated in the quiet town of Betterton and located just steps away from the largest and most beautiful beach on the Northern Chesapeake Bay. The condo has a large deck accessible from two nine foot sliding glass doors from both the family room and master bedroom. Enjoy true indoor/outdoor living with meals or drinks on the deck while watching the spectacular sunset over the water.

This nicely furnished and well appointed 2 bedroom 2 full bathroom condo has everything your dream vacation needs minus the hustle and bustle. Relax on the spacious deck and bbq while enjoying the water view looking North towards Turkey Point and Havre DeGrace. Enjoy a family day on the beach and feel free to use our beach chairs, rafts, and sand toys. Betterton is located just far enough North in the Bay to have a salinity low enough to keep the Jellyfish away. The beach has a lifeguard during the summer months.

Betterton is a quaint little town on the Chesapeake Bay located at the mouth of the Sassafrass River. It is the perfect destination for your family getaway where you can relax in tranquility far away from the crowds and traffic. Stroll down to the beach to catch the sunset or fish from the pier for the easy to catch giant blue cats and the occasional striper. You can even try crabbing from the dock (July 15th to November 1st). If you have a boat you may dock on the town pier for up to 72 hours or use the town boat launch. Boat trailers may be stored at Turners Creek Launch about 5 miles away. You will need a 3 day permit ($30) or a yearly permit that may be purchased at "Mollys" just up the road or ahead of time with a mail in form. https://www.kentcounty.com/recreation/paddling/launch-ramps

Families are welcome! We have a portable crib, booster seat and kiddie dishes. In town there are two parks each with a playground within walking distance for the kids. The park at the top of the hill has tennis and pickleball courts, basketball courts and a baseball field with public restrooms. There is an electric car charging station 2 blocks away.

Highly rated Marzellas, the local pizza shop delivers directly to the beach and has excellent pizza, cheese steaks, and subs with great tasting rolls and chopped steak imported all the way from "Philly"!

Historic Chestertown is only 20 minutes away through beautiful farm country. Enjoy shopping, walk along the Chester River boardwalk, coffee in the town square, or dine at one of its fine restaurants. On weekends there are free concerts and on Saturday morning there is a "not to be missed" farmers market.

Rock Hall is 30 minutes away and has a quaint main street with art vendors in the summertime, an ice cream shop, restaurants on the water and Crab Houses with a view. There are also fishing charters if you are looking to catch the big one.

Visit Hopkins Game Farm for a private hunt or for sporting clays. Lockbriar Farms has homemade ice cream, farm animals and old tractors for the kids to play on and a pumpkin patch in the fall. Crow Winery is just 15 minutes down the road. Visit the Sassafras Park for hiking and river views (5 miles away).

Historic Chesapeake City with shopping and restaurants is 30 minutes away with a nice drive crossing the drawbridge on the Sassafras river and the Bohemia River.

KITCHEN The kitchen is well-stocked with all of the items you will need to prepare your meals. There is a 12 cup coffee maker as well as a Keurig if you prefer. Sharp knives, non stick pans, big pasta pot and crab pot and electric tea kettle round out the kitchen. There is an electric grill on the deck (gas grills are not permitted). Plan to stock up on groceries and supplies before getting to town, the nearest full service groceries are 20 minutes away. You can find gas, and essentials at Molly's just 6 miles up the road.

MAIN BR The MBR has an ensuite bathroom and a sliding glass door to the deck with a water view. There is a queen bed and a roll-top desk if working remotely is part of the plan. The TV is 47 inches and has a ROKU adapter as well as a 6ft HDMI cord.

2ND BR The second bedroom has a queen bed and a bunk bed.. Access to the full bathroom with a tub/shower is located in the hallway. There is a folding double mattress that may be used for extra sleeping space if needed. Sheets and mattress are stored in the closet alongside the portable crib. The TV is a ROKU.

FAMILY ROOM The family room overlooks the 9ft slider and the water view. It has a couch and a love seat with a 50" ROKU TV that will allow you to access your streaming services. It is attached to a 6ft HDMI cord. So if you can watch it on your laptop you can watch it on the big screen. Of course there is high speed internet with excellent connectivity in the whole condo including the deck. There are puzzles and games for family game nights.

DECK The spacious deck has views of the water. A table with seating for the family, two Adirondack chairs, two breakfast chairs and an electric grill.

BASEMENT- The basement has a separate entrance located right by the front door. It has a full size washer and dryer, storage for all of the beach toys including chairs, inflatable rafts, and a kayak with life jackets. It has space to store your bikes for the beautiful country lanes which are available for exploring.
During your stay at this condo building, you're just a quick walk from Betterton Beach. An outdoor pool is available. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the condo.
  • Air-conditioned condo with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a car charging station
  • Onsite recreation includes tennis courts and a playground
  • Steps from Betterton Beach and 6 minutes by foot from Betterton Historic District
This condo offers its guests an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Betterton condo is smoke free.

Property manager

Steven Matsen

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sunloungers

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Shared/communal pool
  • Fence around the pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Spices
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Boating on site
  • Cycling on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Power boating nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1200 sq ft (111 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 is a carbon monoxide detector 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

BEACH WITHOUT THE BUSTLE Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barbara D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing stay
We enjoyed our stay. Condo was comfortable and very clean. It provided convenient access for our weekend plans in Kennedyville and Chestertown.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosemarie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach Without the Bustle
Good time and the condo was super.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice condo in quiet area
super clean and everything you needed
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Betterton 24
Lovely stay at this Betterton Beach property. The convenience of having so many essentials at your finger tips helped make this a great stay. Providing towels, sheets, soap, paper products, spices, coffee and condiments along with beach gear is a great touch. The property has a lovely view of the bay. The location was convenient with easy access to the beach. Enjoyed staying at this comfortable home, found the decor intriguing. Owners were very responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

elaine k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming condo
The condo was nicely decorated and comfortable, Except for the bunkbeds. The bunkbeds are probably great for kids, but we had an adult sleeping in one of them and, Despite the wider width, The mattress was not comfortable for a heavier body. A massive amount of little bugs made sitting outside in the dark Difficult. Kitchen was very well equipped and bathrooms Were lovely. There is not much around Betterton Beach, except the beach, which is on the river. The compound had a pool, but it was not open during our stay, due to problems with the water quality. We did go to Annapolis one day, Rockhall, And Chestertown other days. But we did leave one day early as Two days on the beach seemed to be plenty And the pool was not open.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness
PEACE
We needed tranquility after returning from a deployment in the Mideast. All was perfect for my team and I.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad T.

Liked: Cleanliness
In town for a friends wedding
It was a great condo with great views!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marian R. Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tremendous
All good,want to come back
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mantian

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The condo is everything we expected, clean, quiet, spacious, and comfortable. The beach and fishing pier are nice as well. The best part is the owner, Steven is prompt, accommodating, and kind. My son and I had a great time over the Labor Day weekend, we would recommend this condo wholeheartedly.

10/10 Excellent

Sean M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property and location!
We stayed at Steve & Jeanie’s condo for part of the week in July and it was excellent. The communication from them was great and everything in the condo was spelled out and labeled. They provided cutlery, plates, cookware, cleaning supplies, basic toiletries, etc. It was a very well appointed property! The town of Betterton consists mainly of the beachfront and the condo was very close by. We used some of the many beach toys they provided and everyone had a great time at the beach. The pool is also easy to get to but is a little bit of a walk. We ordered pizza and steaks from the pizza place and all was very good. Overall a great property in a very quiet beach town! Great hosts and a great experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway
A lovely place to unwind, enjoy a slower pace, and renew an appreciation for Chesapeake Bay and Maryland's Eastern Shore. We found a home away from home, with all the comforts and necessities for a week at this historic bayside resort where there is scant nearby shopping. Owners have thought of everything, even the little details like sunscreen, a map and history of the area, paper products, beach chairs and umbrellas, detailed guest expectations so that this well designed and nicely decorated condo can remain well maintained and clean for all. We especially enjoyed electric grill and dining on our deck with views of the Bay, daily chats with the Park Supervisor at Betterton Beach, short trips to Chestertown for history and ice cream, and to Rock Hall for seafood. Sunset at the Eastern Neck Wildlife Refuge with eagles and red winged blackbirds was a lovely end to a day of exploring. Friendly locals, no crowds, no traffic, no mini-golf, no jelly-fish, and the occasional barge, sailboat, fishing trawler, in view. Perfect place to restore and recharge. Hoping to return soon. Thank you, Steve and Jeannie for making your lovely Betterton home available on VRBO.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal S., Dayton, OH

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and relaxing with all amenities
We had a fabulous week in Betterton at this property. The condo is very clean and comfortable. The decor made the place feel warm and relaxing - which is exactly what we hoped for. Its equipped with everything we needed - including sharp knives. Loved that we did not need to supply dish soap, etc. We enjoyed walking along the beach and exploring local small towns, winery, etc. We enjoyed many meals on the deck, loved that the master suite opened to the deck and that we could see the beach/water from the property. Steven was incredibly responsive (within 5-10 mins). But we had zero problems. I’d put this up as one of the most comfortable VRBO rentals we have ever stayed in. If you are looking for a place by the water away from the bustle - this is it. While we did not use the beach toys - there were plenty to make a family happy too!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beverly G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
Just lovely! Wonderful family time. Had everything we needed. Very clean, quiet, and relaxing. Thank you so much to our hosts! We would love to return.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

frank F.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was the nicest I have evere stayed at
Beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

caroline O., Potomac, MD

Liked: Cleanliness
Ultimate relaxation
My boyfriend and I stayed at this condo in early October and really enjoyed the condo and the surrounding area. The condo is very well-appointed, well decorated and very cozy and clean. Really appreciated the keurig coffee machine! The owners are great to communicate with and were very understanding when we had to change our check-in date at the last minute. Chestertown is a very cute town about 20 minutes away. Lovely farmers market on Saturday morning, and we ate at both Figg's Ordinary (all gluten-free) and Cafe Sado (Thai fusion cusine) during the course of our stay. In town of Betteron where condo is located, we enjoyed peaceful walks and watching the sunrise/sunset. You won't be disappointed if you decide to stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daryl Ann F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Relaxation
We had a wonderful stay. The location is perfect and everything you need is there. The little touches were really appreciated (coffee, creamer, soap, paper products). The complex is quiet and the beach is beautiful and super convenient. It's perfectly furnished so it's easy to keep neat and organized. We loved it.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Surprise Gem So Close to Home
We truly enjoyed this beach without the bustle vacation filled with history, relaxing, and excellent seafood. The rental was well-appointed and clean, as well as nicely decorated and spacious. Thanks for this opportunity to explore the Chesapeake Bay from a peaceful, quiet, and naturally beautiful beach. We look forward to returning again soon. Thanks to our hosts for making our stay wonderful! Tom & Dot
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fred B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relax!
Beautiful property and location. Very serene - a place to truly relax. Very clean and up to date. Short walk to the beach. Highly recommend. Will stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

YVETTE W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Restful
Great experience overall... Very responsive prop manager. Beautiful property; spacious. Thoroughly clean and refreshing...fully equipped kitchen with condiments, delicious coffee and tea, paper goods. Great AC. Very comfortable beds. Bay view...about 1000 ft to beach. Be prepared to drive some distance for supplies, restaurants and entertainment. Bring a robe...no window coverings in main room or kitchen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot for a quick getaway.
We chose this location because it’s a proximity to Philadelphia and Washington. We enjoyed it so much we skipped Washington :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carl B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing condo with Chesapeake view
We enjoyed our stay in this well equipped and beautifully situated condo. Betterton is a quiet town away from stress, traffic and worries. Chesterton is only 20 minutes away with restaurants and a full grocery. We'll definitely consider returning.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marlene F.

Liked: Cleanliness
FANTASTIC CONDO!!
1. The condo is beautiful with a roomie porch that has a lovely view. 2. Well stocked kitchen, Kerig cups provided as well as sugar and creamer. So nice. 3.Beds were super comfortable. We were happy to have bunk beds in one room for the kids! 4.Use of all beach toys, beach chairs etc. This was an extra bonus since there really wasn't room in our car for toys. 5.The beach was a 3 minute walk.... How awesome is that! 6.Read the emails from the owners as there are no grocery stores close by . There is 1 pizza place that delivers but we preferred our own food and it was so easy to cook/warm up in the kitchen. 7.A GOOD TIME FOR ALL AGES!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brady L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful, family-friendly condo near charming beach
My family and I wanted a long weekend away to relax, spend time together, and enjoy the beach—and this place checked all three of those boxes and then some! A short walk from Betterton Beach, this was a perfect spot to enjoy a weekend out of town. Steven and Jeannie thought of everything: check-in and out were both easy and smooth, the basement was great for washing beach towels and suits, and each of the spaces in the condo had all we needed. For example, the kitchen had everything needed to prepare meals, and over the course of the weekend we used both the inside dining table and the porch table. The basement had sand toys and floats that were great for the beach. Such a nice touch! The condo is a short, easy walk down to the beach, and we spent a lot of our time swimming and playing in the sand. There are also tables in the shade within eyesight of the beach and a pavilion up a set of stairs. We had one of our lunches at the pavilion, and it worked great! Since it we were there only 48 hours and the beach was such a hit, we didn't take much time to explore the area. We did notice a couple playgrounds on the way into town. We ordered pizza at Marzella's on Friday and they were busy enough that I had to go pick it up (rather than it being delivered). No issue at all; just sharing that so there are no surprises. Like the listing says, there are not any stores close by, so I would recommend bringing groceries with you so you don't need to run errands. This was a great place to spend the weekend—clean, cozy, well-stocked, and perfect for our family! Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Family-Friendly Spot!
We loved our stay at this beautiful condo! Located steps from the beach (an easy walk even with a 2 and 3 year old), beautiful balcony with a water view, and plenty of space for our family of 4. The beach is calm and very safe for young kids which let the adults relax a bit too! We used the beach chairs and the kids enjoyed the beach toys provided. There is a great picnic pavilion directly across the street and a shaded area with grills right off the beach. Beautiful relaxing beach decor, comfortable blankets, a bunk bed set that our 3 year old LOVED and owners provided a pack and play with fresh sheets for the littlest one which was super convenient! We also made our way to a wonderful playground with sprinklers and an obstacle course just about a mile away and to Chestertown for a local Memorial day parade and festival! The owners were super nice and very responsive making sure we had everything we needed for a great long weekend. Somewhat random but if you happen to have a little one who is obsessed with trucks like we do be sure to stop by the Betterton fire department just about a mile away (across from the playground) it's a big fire house but all volunteer and the fire chief was very excited to give our kids a tour and even let them sit in a few of the engines and turn on the lights!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anita V.

Liked: Cleanliness
perfect relaxing weekend
Perfect spot to relax enjoying the view of the bay. Home away from home. Communication with owners is 5+ stars. We hope to be back very soon.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022