Potomac River Getaway at McKays Beach

Leonardtown, Maryland
$262 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

1930's remodeled 2 bedroom, 1 bath beach cottage. Sleeps 6. Two twin beds, one queen and a queen size hide-a-bed. Dishwasher, washer and dryer. Views of the river from most windows. 2 hours from Baltimore and 1 1/2 hrs from Washington DC, this locations offers the opportunity for many natural and cultural experiences. Located near the first capital of Maryland, St. Mary's city, historic Colonial and Civil War sites and memorial, and the United States Naval Test Center, St. Mary's county offers something for everyone. This is an excellent sandy beach for SUP and kayaks. Fish off the beach or paddle out into the river. Local marinas offer boat launching facilities. A list of near by restaurants, markets, shops, hiking trails and museums are provided.

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  • School District Availability
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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1300 Sq Ft (121 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee Grinder Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Basketball Nearby Birdwatching Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Marina Nearby Power Boating Nearby Sailing Nearby Water Sports Equipment Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby Windsurfing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Games
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location Near A Hospital Near The Bay On The River
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:30 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

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School District Availability

Review Review

  • Scott T.

    Submitted Jun 16, 2026

    Stayed Jun 10, 2026

    Great location, quiet place, clean and close to restaurants and entertainment.

  • Dovid J.

    Submitted Jun 7, 2026

    Stayed Jun 5, 2026

    It was a beautiful place for a getaway, and the hosts were very friendly and helpful.

  • Sharon M.

    Submitted Jun 7, 2026

    Stayed May 22, 2026

    What a great place to stay, all the comforts of home!

  • Helen B.

    Submitted Jun 4, 2026

    Stayed Jun 2, 2026

    This riverside cottage is an oasis to get away from the crazy world we live in. Spending time outside, watching the water work go by, or a roaring evening fire feels rejuvenating yet relaxing. The hosts are super nice and brought over some special treats - oysters! Great place to unwind and decompress. I would definitely rebook this one!

  • Cinthia C.

    Submitted May 4, 2026

    Stayed Mar 31, 2026

    Everything was amazing!!!! We just LOVE this place!!

  • Katherine S.

    Submitted Apr 18, 2026

    Stayed Apr 11, 2026

    We love it so much here, this was our 4th stay! Beautiful, peaceful spot with a clean, comfortable cottage and everything you need. The beach is perfect. And the hosts are so kind and accommodating!

  • Kellie F.

    Submitted Mar 8, 2026

    Stayed Mar 5, 2026

    Host was great to communicate with.

  • Cinthia C.

    Submitted Feb 24, 2026

    Stayed Feb 21, 2026

    We had an amazing time in this beautiful cottage! The owners were so kind and respectful. The cottage has everything you need to enjoy your stay comfortably and peacefully. The view of the sunset is breathtaking! We can’t wait to come back again and keep enjoying every minute of it.

  • Betsy R.

    Submitted Dec 8, 2025

    Stayed Dec 5, 2025

    The hosts were welcoming and responsive! our questions were answered in a timely way. Although we did not have good weather, we enjoyed the cozy charm of the cottage. We can highly recommend this site!

  • kevin r.

    Submitted Nov 10, 2025

    Stayed Nov 7, 2025

    Nice place.

  • John L.

    Submitted Oct 28, 2025

    Stayed Oct 24, 2025

    Above and beyond expectations! We have stayed in many VRBO's and this is only the second time that the property was much better than we expected. The pictures do not do the cottage justice. The decor is tasteful and comfortable. Many thoughtful extras were provided. The water is just a few feet from the back door and the sunset pictured on site is what we arrived to that evening. Only regret is that we weren't able to stay longer.

  • Ruaj P.

    Submitted Oct 26, 2025

    Stayed Oct 10, 2025

    No all thing that we need to cook, but most of it. The place was clean. The water wasn’t good, too salty, the bathroom too small. The mattress wasn’t comfortable. Water on the kitchen stink.

  • Kelly B.

    Submitted Sep 30, 2025

    Stayed Sep 27, 2025

    This is the 3rd time staying at Potomac River Getaway at McKays Beach, which should say it all. Very clean, homey, comfortable, unbelievable location and views. Lauri and Scott are so very friendly, as well. We'll be back again!

  • Maribel S.

    Submitted Aug 14, 2025

    Stayed Aug 11, 2025

    Thank you Lauri and Scott for welcoming us to your beautiful cottage and beach! This was a great fit for our family of four with two school age boys. I liked the open space in the home so I could see our boys play while I was prepping food in the kitchen. I appreciated that the kitchen had all I needed to make simple meals. I loved that the beach was right out down below the lawn so our boys could have fun skipping rocks, finding shells and sea glass and come right back inside to cool off. We had so much fun kayaking to the longer beach and back and on our last full day we got to see a thunderstorm roll in. It was a beautiful place to spend a few days to rest and play. Lauri annd Scott, you are wonderful hosts!! We hope to come back!

  • Randal R.

    Submitted Aug 12, 2025

    Stayed Aug 8, 2025

    10/10 Exceptional! Beautiful, clean beach cottage in friendly neighborhood with wonderful hosts! Amazing views of the Potomac River. Breathtaking sunsets! Highly recommend!

  • Matt C.

    Submitted Jul 28, 2025

    Stayed Jul 24, 2025

    The house/host exceeded our expectations! Lori and Scott are fantastic hosts and live right next door. The sunset views are amazing and the house is well equipped. We really enjoyed our stay and would love to stay there again. There are fantastic, affordable dining options.

  • Blue S.

    Submitted Jul 23, 2025

    Stayed Jul 19, 2025

    Beautiful, clean cottage with all the amenities and extras you could need for activities and relaxing right on the property. Very responsive, friendly and gracious hosts. Thanks so much, Scott and Laurie!!

  • Ruth M.

    Submitted Jun 23, 2025

    Stayed Jun 21, 2025

    Stayed while visiting some friends from the US, we are Dutch. Had a great stay in cottage, clean, comfortable and view is amazing!

  • NateAmy W.

    Submitted Jun 17, 2025

    Stayed Jun 13, 2025

    The cool ac and the clean home was a great introduction to our stay! The house was very nice and clean also well stocked. Lauri and Scott were both great hosts. We loved relaxing fishing kayaking and more on the Potomac river.

  • Jeff G.

    Submitted May 26, 2025

    Stayed May 23, 2025

    You couldn't ask for better hosts, who genuinely want to ensure you enjoy your time. Beautiful, well-appointed cottage right on the Potomac with a wonderful view in a friendly neighborhood. Close enough to everything you need but far enough away from it all at the same time.

  • Lynn P. A.

    Submitted May 22, 2025

    Stayed May 19, 2025

    Very comfortable property right on water. Incredible sunset. Away from hussel-bussel.

  • Katherine S.

    Submitted May 3, 2025

    Stayed Apr 12, 2025

    This was our third trip to the Potomac River Getaway and it was just as wonderful as the past two times! It’s so beautiful and relaxing, and Lauri and Scott are perfect hosts. Our family loves it. The beach is perfect for the kids there are plenty of things to do in the area! We plan to return again and again!

  • Jeannine A.

    Submitted Apr 27, 2025

    Stayed Apr 24, 2025

    Beautiful peaceful stay - in well appointed cottage. The artwork is wonderful.

  • Dianne J.

    Submitted Feb 24, 2025

    Stayed Feb 22, 2025

    Quaint home with great views of the river. Clean and well taken care of. Owners live next door and we’re very accommodating. Would highly recommend this for a nice getaway.

  • J. F.

    Submitted Nov 15, 2024

    Stayed Oct 31, 2024

    Wonderful backyard view, comfy beds and a overall great place to stay for a few nights. Kitchen was well stocked with anything needed for all meals.

  • Quitterie C.

    Submitted Nov 9, 2024

    Stayed Nov 6, 2024

    This is the 4th time we come and we love it just as much as the first time. A great escape from Washington DC for a few days with such an amazing and peaceful view on the Chesapeake Bay.

  • Coree S.

    Submitted Nov 5, 2024

    Stayed Oct 22, 2024

    The home was amazing! Beautifully kept and very peaceful. The owners are lovely people and made our stay wonderful!

  • Warren H.

    Submitted Oct 10, 2024

    Stayed Sep 27, 2024

    A very nice, quiet, and private weekend get away to celebrate a B-Day! Very clean and well stocked. It was a perfect spot for some quiet, uninterrupted fishing and college football. The weather was perfect. We will more than likely return for another stay!

  • Eleanor C.

    Submitted Oct 7, 2024

    Stayed Oct 1, 2024

    Four elders on a roots journey enjoyed two nights on the shores of the Potomac, lovely, comfortable and convenient. We had to change our plans twice, which our host accommodated with good humor. Everything about the house was a pleasure.

  • Eleanor C.

    Submitted Oct 1, 2024

    Stayed Sep 29, 2024

    Four roots enthusiasts enjoyed every minute in this charmingly modern-traditional bungalow, with the river literally at our feet and a wonderful blue heron to greet us each morning.

  • Helen J.

    Submitted Sep 19, 2024

    Stayed Sep 13, 2024

    This location was a wonderful place to get away from life. The sunsets are great and it's very quiet. It's right on the water and perfect for kayaking. We were able to do day trips to Calvert Cliffs and Historic St Mary's City/St Mary's College of Maryland. The house was comfortable and clean. The owners provided a lot of items that we needed. We hope to return in the future.

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Total

Includes taxes and fees
$262+
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