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Chestertown Watson Family Farm
We had a great time. The view is one of the best we have stayed at. The hosts have thought of almost everything you could need or want to do. Our kids wanted to come back just to do more of the activities. The interior is obviously dated but it is thoughtful, functional, and clean. We felt cozy and at home! We will be back!

House in Edgewater Maryland
It was amazing.The pool is so fun.We had bad weather but we were still a little inside.The location is quiet and beautiful. We will come back for sure. Thank you

Beautiful Home Near Beach and Patapsco River
Place was great and large enough to accommodate 2 families (9 total people). We were excited to have a place with a pool but didn’t end up using it because it was a little chilly. Neighborhood was quiet and early morning walks were pleasant. Beds were comfortable too.

Rockfish Keeper
It was a great stay after a long day roaming around Washington DC and Maryland. The accommodation was clean and nicely decorated with very inspiring words of wisdom providing a cozy and comfortable retreat throughout our stay. Kelly has been very informative and detailed on the instructions to help us on a very smooth check in and check out process. The location was fantastic and quiet neighborhood. Overall, we had a wonderful time and would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a memorable Airbnb experience!"

South River Beach Front House
I stayed here the week of my wedding and it was absolutely perfect! From waking up each morning to have coffee on the dock with my pups and husband, to the beautiful views from each room in the house, we truly had a lovely time and chose the right Airbnb for such a special week in our lives.

Waterfront Farmhouse Meets Modern Luxury
The house is beautiful and worked well for our family. The host was very helpful and responded quickly to any questions we had. The grounds are lovely and very peaceful. Pictures don’t do this property justice.

Luxury 4 Bedroom - Pool/HotTub/Fire Pit
5 Stars – A Wonderful Stay! I had such a great experience staying at Raquel’s place! From the moment I arrived, she made me feel right at home. The space was exactly as described—clean, cozy, and thoughtfully decorated with everything I needed for a comfortable stay. Raquel was incredibly responsive and helpful, offering great local recommendations and making sure I had everything I needed. Her attention to detail and warm hospitality truly made a difference. I would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend her place to anyone visiting the area!

Casa Blanca—where luxury meets tranquility
My stay at this Airbnb was absolutely wonderful! The space was beautifully decorated, clean, and had all the amenities I could have needed. The hosts were incredibly responsive and helpful from booking to check-out, answering all my questions promptly. I highly recommend this Airbnb to anyone looking for a relaxing and memorable getaway. I will definitely be back, in fact, I'm already exploring availability!
Weekly house rentals

Waterfront Retreat close to Downtown Baltimore
I needed a place for my family to gather for my son’s college graduation. Carlene’s house was exactly what we needed. She responded quickly to all of my questions and the process was very easy. The house was fully renovated and immaculate. Most importantly the location was quiet and peaceful while close to downtown Baltimore and the graduation ceremony. I highly recommend Carlene as a host and this property.

Glen Burnie Escape
Andrew's place was perfect for families with kids. We only stayed for one day but wished we had booked a longer stay. A full basket of snacks was waiting for us, which was a thoughtful touch. We loved the sunroom, and there were many board games and books to enjoy. My kids had a great time finding hidden animal figurines throughout the space. We highly recommend this property for friends and family!

Elegant and Safe 4BR Oasis by Patterson Park
The house is clean, spacious (especially the bedrooms), and pleasant. Beds are quite comfortable. The kitchen is adequately equipped. The host was proactive, friendly, and helpful. We enjoyed our stay with our extended family and would recommend it for others.

Charming Cottage-3Bedrooms in Middle River
I enjoyed my stay the air Bnb was nice and comfortable and the host made it very easy to communicate with in a timely manner as well.

Spacious Retreat:4-Bedroom Home with Hot Tub/Sauna
I stayed at Fannie’s place for the long weekend and it was by far one of the best air b&b experience I’ve had yet. The house is beautiful, I love the furniture, and the house smells so good!! Not to mention they had a cute sign by the kitchen with my name welcoming me, and she went above and beyond having goodies for us!! The area is perfect. It’s not far from the main Baltimore area and there’s so many food places in the area that you can walk to and she had great recommendations as well. The backyard was so beautiful with the lights, the hot tub, and the outdoor room with the TV we really enjoyed our time out there. Fannie is extremely communicative with a fast turn around time, cares about her home, and is extremely helpful. I would 10000000% stay here again I love the area check out the Ethiopian cafe too!! Thanks Fannie 😊

Chesapeake Bay, Waterfront Home near Baltimore
I had a wonderful weekend stay at Erika's house! The house was nice and comfortable and the location was perfect. We walked to both of the restaurants, which were great, and both had playground areas for kids. We used Erika's kayaks to paddle to Pleasure Island which was the highlight of our trip! I would recommend staying here for a fun stay on the water.

Rock Creek Cottage, Waterfront
The place was spotless and had all the amenities we needed for a 4 day stay. We enjoyed the water view and had a crab feast on the deck overlooking the water. It was a perfect Memorial Day weekend.

Chic & Serene Baltimore Escape - 2BR/2.5BA
Perfect stay! Clean, comfortable, and in a nice location with access to most anything. Host is very responsive and helpful. Thanks!
Private house rentals

Waterfront Annapolis Getaway!
Beautiful place with a lovely spot on the south river. Loved the views and how the space allowed the views to really shine. Comfortable, clean, would stay again if I come back to the area. Very peaceful and what I was hoping for. (And not far to town/other things either!)

Bay Breeze - 3BR Waterfront Chester River Retreat
Katie's house was beautiful. It was very clean, beautifully decorated and in a great location! We look forward to staying here in the future.

Mac's Waterfront Wonder
I’ve been to this location three (3) times now and each time was a pleasure. Communication was great and him allowing a late check out was fantastic (especially with multiple kids, trying to get them ready). I will continue to select this location when we have to come into town for the location, price, communication, and peace of mind knowing exactly what we’ll receive. The only issue with this last stay (and I can only assume it was due to holiday because never happened before) was the trash can being full. I do not suspect this is a regular occurrence as he is very transparent. I’d recommend this place to anyone and again, will be booking multiple times in the future as we will be traveling to MD a lot more.

Lotus House: porches, decks, yard, beach access
House was beautiful, clean and host was phenomenal. Highly recommend!

Water Views in Rock Hall
Incredible, serene home with thoughtful design and furnishings. Our family loved the house, which served as a great space to gather over meals, games and stories. The deck on two sides of the house, with great seating, provided a gentle welcome to the nature around with harbor views in the distance. As seasoned Eastern Shore folks, this was an introduction to Rock Hall, which we really enjoyed, especially the refuge. Thanks, Lauren, for your insightful planning and attentive care for the house and your guests.

Rumsey Island!
This space was immaculate - there was not an ounce of dirt or dust it looked like a brand new spotless home. Everything was squeaky clean from bathrooms, to linens, to floors and fridge. I will definitely be staying again next time I am here for work! The view of the water was so serene and there were a ton of great restaurants, too. 10/10!!!

Historic Riverside Cottage
Fabulous hosts! The place was perfect. We attended a music festival and Christina was so kind to offer up chairs, blankets, coolers, etc. Phenomenal hosts!!! Would recommend to anyone... and will.

Cozy Is Just The Beginning
🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Absolutely loved our stay! The place was spotless, stylish, and exactly as described. The host was incredibly welcoming and responsive, making check-in a breeze. The location was perfect—close to everything but still peaceful and quiet at night. We felt right at home and would definitely stay here again. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a comfortable and hassle-free stay!
Quick stats about house rentals in Essex
Total rentals
20 properties
Nightly prices starting at
ﺩ.ﺇ294 before taxes and fees
Total number of reviews
510 reviews
Family-friendly rentals
10 properties are a good fit for families
Rentals with dedicated workspaces
10 properties have a dedicated workspace
Wifi availability
20 properties include access to wifi
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- Nationals Park
- The White House
- Betterton Beach
- National Mall
- Georgetown University
- Oriole Park at Camden Yards
- National Museum of African American History and Culture
- Hampden
- District Wharf
- Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
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