An Eastern Shore GetawayCattail Cove · Cambridge, Maryland

Room to gather. Water all around.

Settle into a four-acre riverside retreat with a main house and guest house, a private pier and two boat slips, seasonal saltwater pool, and year-round hot tub. Bring the whole crew — up to 13 guests.

Two houses included 6 bedrooms 3.5 baths Sleeps up to 13 4 private acres 2 boat slips Lit pickleball court Parking for 10 cars

Coffee by the river. A paddle from the private launch. An afternoon at the pool, then a fire beside the water.

Cattail Cove gives your group room to be together and room to unwind, with a second house when someone wants a little quiet — all on four private acres where the nearest neighbor is a shape through the trees, not a driveway away.

On the water

Two boat slips, your call

Bring your own boat — two private slips are yours for the stay. No boat? A public launch is about 10 minutes away. A provided kayak and crab traps are ready whenever you are.

Space for your group

Two houses, one reservation

The main house and guest house are both included — room for grandparents, teenagers, and everyone in between to spread out on four private acres.

Every season

Hot tub, pool, fire pit

The hot tub runs all year. The saltwater pool is usually open early May through early October. Evenings end at the bluestone fire pit — just bring the wood.

Coming October 2026

Pickleball & basketball

A regulation, lit 60′×30′ pickleball court and a half basketball court are being built on-site, arriving this fall.

Race weekend ready

18 minutes from Gerry Boyle Park

Cambridge hosts IRONMAN 70.3 Eagleman each June and full IRONMAN Maryland each September. Bring your whole crew somewhere with room to recover, not just a room to crash in.

A local favorite

Crabbing off the dock

Traps and a private launch are provided. Families tell us an afternoon of crabbing is the part of the trip they remember most.

Book direct, see the full price first.

Reserve with the Cattail Cove hosts and communicate directly with the people who know the property — no middleman, no surprise fees.

Direct-rate savings shown at checkout once dates are confirmed. Compared against identical dates, guest count, taxes, and cancellation terms.

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Two houses. One reservation.

Cattail Cove is a four-acre waterfront retreat made up of a fully renovated main house and a separate guest house — both included in every reservation.

Main house

Four bedrooms, built for a group

  • ◆ Two king bedrooms, each with a TV
  • ◆ One queen bedroom with a crib and changing table
  • ◆ One bedroom with four full beds — ideal for cousins or a group that wants to bunk together
  • ◆ A highchair and booster seat live in the kitchen
Guest house

Room to spread out further

  • ◆ Two queen bedrooms
  • ◆ A loft with two twin beds
  • ◆ Its own screened-in porch overlooking the pool
On the water

Pier, slips & a provided kayak

Private pier, two boat slips for your own boat, a provided kayak, and crab traps waiting on the lawn. No boat? A public launch is about 10 minutes away.

11
beds total
3.5
bathrooms
13
max guests
4
private acres

Privacy

Four private acres on the water. Neighbors sit on roughly ten acres each and are only just visible through the trees — secluded without being isolated.

Accessibility

A disabled parking spot, a lit path to the guest entrance, step-free access, and a guest entrance wider than 32 inches.

Everyday comforts

Two full kitchens, in-unit washer/dryer, Level 2 EV charger, free parking for up to 10 cars, central heat and air, Wi-Fi throughout.

Your Eastern Shore basecamp

Cattail Cove sits on four private, wooded acres along the water — close enough to reach downtown Cambridge, Blackwater, and Gerry Boyle Park in minutes.

IRONMAN 70.3 Eagleman

June · half distance

Starts and finishes at Gerry Boyle Park, 18 minutes away. Room for your crew and support team before and after the gun.

IRONMAN Maryland

September · full distance

The full-distance race through Cambridge and the Blackwater refuge. Come stay like a Crabby.

  • Gerry Boyle Park / IRONMAN venue18 min
  • Downtown Cambridge — dining & shops~15–18 min
  • Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge~20–25 min
Embedded map — property, downtown Cambridge, Blackwater & Gerry Boyle Park

Crabbing off the dock

One of the most-loved parts of a Cattail Cove stay. Traps and a private launch are provided, so an afternoon of crabbing is ready whenever you are — many families tell us it's the reason they keep coming back.

Where to eat, and what to do

Recommendations from the hosts, not a generic list.

Food
  • ◆ Soft & Salty Seafood — some of the best crabcakes around; outdoor gazebo seating, limited space
  • ◆ RAR Brewing — local craft beer, great vibe, great bar food
  • ◆ Ava's Pizzeria & Wine Bar — handcrafted pizzas, downtown Cambridge
  • ◆ Black Water Bakery + Eats — breakfast, lunch, homemade cookies & bread
  • ◆ Emily's Produce — fresh local produce, apple cider donuts, milkshakes
  • ◆ Danny's Seafood — about 20 minutes away, pick your own crabs
  • ◆ Carmela's Cucina · Don Chuy · Bombay Social — Italian, Mexican, and Indian in town
On the water & outdoors
  • ◆ Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge — walk the boardwalk, bring binoculars
  • ◆ Hoopers Island Oyster Co. — learn about oyster spats, pick up local oysters
  • ◆ Skipjack Nathan of Dorchester — public sailing and charters
  • ◆ Salt Tale Charters — guided fly fishing on the Chesapeake
  • ◆ Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Historical Park
  • ◆ River Marsh Golf Club

FAQ & Policies

Everything you need to know before you book.

Is this the same place I saw on Airbnb?

Yes. This is the direct-booking site for Cattail Cove, including the main house and guest house. You can still view the public listing as independent verification of the property.

How do I know my payment is safe?

Your reservation is completed through our booking partner's secure checkout. We will never ask you to send payment by wire transfer or text message.

Will I see the full price before I pay?

Yes — nightly rate, cleaning fee, and applicable taxes are all shown before payment, with no hidden charges added at checkout. Taxes total 11% (5% Dorchester County hotel tax + 6% Maryland state sales & use tax). Payment is charged in full at the time of booking.

What's the cancellation policy?

Free cancellation up to 1 month before check-in. 50% refund up to 2 weeks before check-in. Non-refundable inside 2 weeks of check-in.

What are check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is 4:00 PM. Check-out is 10:00 AM. Entry details are sent ahead of your stay.

Is the pool open year-round?

No — the saltwater pool is typically open early May through early October, weather dependent. The hot tub is available year-round. Pool heating outside the normal season requires 72 hours' notice and is billed based on actual propane usage.

How many guests can stay, and is there enough parking?

Maximum occupancy is 13 guests — a limit tied to the property's septic system. The gravel driveway comfortably fits up to 10 vehicles.

Can I bring a pet or host an event?

No pets are permitted anywhere on the property, and no parties or events are allowed without prior host approval. Smoking and vaping are not permitted inside or within 25 feet of the house or pool.

What are the pool and dock safety rules?
  • No diving — the pool is shallow
  • Children under 14 must be supervised by an adult
  • Shower before entering the pool; no glass in the pool area
  • Dock: no diving or swimming — the water is shallow and rocky
What's the quiet hours policy?

Quiet hours are 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM, out of respect for neighbors.

Your waterfront stay starts here.

Choose your dates and guest count for the current total, including cleaning fees and applicable taxes. Minimum stay is 3 nights (4–5 during peak periods).

Availability at a glance

Total includes nightly rate, cleaning fee, and 11% in applicable taxes (5% Dorchester County hotel tax + 6% Maryland state sales & use tax). Payment is charged in full at booking.

Get in touch

Questions before you book? Reach out and we'll get back to you directly.

You'll hear from us directly

You'll book through our secure checkout and communicate directly with the people who know the property. We'll send your confirmation and arrival details after the reservation is complete.

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