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Chesapeake Houseboat Getaway on Kent Island, Maryland

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Marina
Exterior
Marina
Smart TV, fireplace
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire house boat

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

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

Chesapeake Houseboat Getaway on Kent Island, Maryland

Looking for a peaceful waterfront, floating experience on the Chesapeake Bay? Julia’s Arc has got you covered. Easy access to the boat at high or low tides from a 5 foot wide floating dock. Well protected in the marina and yet right next to beach, waterfowl and the nautical life. Come to relax, come to celebrate, bring your kids or getaway for a romantic celebration. Only 20 minutes to Annapolis, 50 minutes to Chestertown, 45 minutes to Easton, St. Micheals and Oxford. With a full galley that any chef would be pleased with, you can cook up a feast or throw an intimate party. Some even come for work. The wifi signal is fast enough to stream your favorite shows and games or a work video call. Come restore your peace, restore your balance you won’t be sorry.

Property manager

Julia

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sunloungers

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shampoo
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Golf on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting 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)

General

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally sourced
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Unit size: 1000 sq ft (92.9 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

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
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Kids must be attended to at all times on the docks

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: Noise should be kept down after 8 Sun-Th, 9 FriSat
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
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

About the area

Map
Stevensville, MD

What's nearby

  • Matapeake State Park - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Sandy Point State Park - 17 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Chesapeake Bay Bridge - 21 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Annapolis City Dock - 31 min drive - 32.2 km
  • U.S. Naval Academy - 33 min drive - 32.8 km

Getting around

  • Easton, MD (ESN-Easton - Newnam) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Chesapeake Houseboat Getaway on Kent Island, Maryland pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Chesapeake Houseboat Getaway on Kent Island, Maryland?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Chesapeake Houseboat Getaway on Kent Island, Maryland?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Chesapeake Houseboat Getaway on Kent Island, Maryland located?

Situated on the waterfront, this houseboat is within 9 miles (15 km) of Matapeake State Park, Paul Reed Smith Guitars and Island Dog Park. Love Point State Park and Chesapeake Exploration Center are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Chesapeake Houseboat Getaway on Kent Island, Maryland Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ken k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
We had a wonderful stay on this luxurious houseboat! Clean, comfortable & fun and Julia is an excellent host. We highly recommend Julia's Arc!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katy & Joe F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sailor's Serenity
We loved our stay. It was particularly nice to get away from all the "hustle and bustle" of the Sailboat Show. The unit was well-equipped and comfortable. We loved the upper deck! In fact, we had morning coffee, on day, and watched 2 eagles in a nearby tree.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ari J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved this stay!
Julia was so nice and I absolutely loved my time on her house boat. I was sad to leave! It was so quiet and comfy and relaxing and the Kentmorr is so close that you could walk right over anytime you wanted. Cant wait to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly P.

Liked: Cleanliness
So Fun!
We loved our stay at Julia’s Arc! The houseboat was absolutely lovely - even better than the pictures showed. Julia was communicative and thoughtful throughout - she’s a great host! The location is nice - it’s in a marina, so it’s safe if there is bad weather. There’s a beach there and a restaurant in the marina. Be warned though - everything in the area closes early. We tried to get dinner around 9pm and absolutely nothing was open (we wound up ordering pizza which was very good). Annapolis is a short drive away and it’s always a great visit, especially if you’re a sailor like me. If you’re looking for something a little different for a vacation stay, consider Julia’s Arc. We’re glad we did!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Special place
Julia’s house boat was beautifully unique and provided a clean and relaxing touch down spot for checking out the bay area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unexpected Delight
Host very easy to work with and what ended up to be a gifted stay for a couple rather than a girls weekend away was much appreciated. Would recommend this property and would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Dave K.

Liked: Cleanliness
DC,Baltimore,Beach
B- temperatures were in the upper 90s, so the air conditioning had a hard time keeping up. Bed linens can use an upgrade.cozy and quiet
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

JEANETTE G.

Disappointed
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey R.

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Freedom to Choose a Houseboat.
My husband and I had a wonderful time clebrating the 4th with friends at Julia's Arc houseboat. The beach at the Marina was a nice place to have a cookout and watch fireworks, up and down the entire Chesapeake shorelines. Julia had everything there we needed for grilling on the beach. The houseboat was well appointed, clean and comfortable. Well equipped kitchen, even supplying condiments, some spices and paper products like foil, plastic wrap, etc. True to everything listed online. Only drawback: It says it sleeps 6, with 2 bedrooms, however; the twin futon room is better suited to sleep 2 children. We ended up using the sleeper sofa in the main living area. While it was comfortable, and served the purpose; we would have preferred having another usable bedroom for adults. Overall, it was a perfect getaway for 4. Celebrating our freedom to do things like this. Julia was very accommodating and available for questions. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Maryland getaway
Beautiful houseboat to stay in for a week and explore the Eastern side of Maryland. The houseboat is gorgeous inside and has many private areas if you just want to get away from the group. Highly recommended and look forward to renting it again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Houseboat heaven
This houseboat was amazing. Tha amenities were all top rate. Great setting also looking out on the water
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

brenda r., Newark

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique & Beautiful
My husband and I both LOVED this property!!! The houseboat was beautifully decorated, so relaxing and in a great area. We cant wait to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unexpected Delight
My daughter & I had 4 nights of pure joy in this boat house. It was a new experience and so worth it ! Thank you, Julia The upgrades & space are fantastic in this boat house.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

alice F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Slept like a baby!
The boat house was so relaxing and just what we needed to get away and unwind. We would love to come back when it is not off season because I imagine then it is even more fun! We loved it !
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Getaway
My husband and I and our dog had a lovely getaway on "Julia's Arc". This was our first time on a Houseboat and it was a wonderful experience. So much light! And the movement of the boat was just enough to be comforting. The home was very clean and beautifully adorned with great attention to detail. Julia, the host, was very responsive and very generous in doing all she could to make our trip as comfortable and pleasurable as possible. The views over the water were gorgeous and we really enjoyed watching the local wildlife. The neighborhood is quiet and the small marina beach park was clean and lovely. Obviously, there are limitations to being on a boat such as limited hot water, needing to use bottled water for drinking and tooth brushing, etc., but that's the nature of any houseboat, not something the host could do anything about. Just be aware if you plan to have a larger group or do a lot of cooking, maybe a house on land would be better.:) This was a first class experience and I would highly recommend this property for a cozy and peaceful getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corey R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relax and Unwind
Great getaway owner was just the best.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

joe d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very relaxing
We enjoyed our stay,very relaxing and it’s cool to see all the boats and inter workings of the marina..we were there when it was cold so I bet the warmer months would be really nice,everything we needed was supplied as far as kit.. just a nice stay and the owner was very nice and responsive,even took the time to mail back a box we forgot.. cya again 4sure Joe n kel
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Getaway
I surprised my wife with a weekend getaway. Julia's place was lovely. VRBO had some technical issue, yer she was able to provide me the check-in information. Never been on a houseboat. The place is beautifully decorated and she still had some Valentines themed items out. Which made our romantic weekend even more special. Breathtaking sunsets. Definitely coming back in the warmer season. You should definitely consider coming to Julia's Arc. Thanks for letting us enjoy your place.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian K., Cleveland Tx

Liked: Cleanliness
Quite peaceful and gently rolling.
Very clean and quiet place. This was a great place to get my “mid” off the yard for some time to decompress. The only note I would make is that the second bedroom with the “double sofa bed” is really more suited for little people. This would be a little small for 6 full sized adults.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023