Our Always Dreaming Cottage - The Bay At Your Back Steps | Cottage in Port Republic

Q: How much does it cost per night to stay in Port Republic cottage?

Best-rates for the Port Republic cottage starts from $373 per night with includes TV, View, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Parking, Sports/Activities, Fireplace/Heating, Guest Services, Ocean View, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Entertainment, Child Friendly, Laundry, Air Conditioner, Pet Friendly, Bedding/Linens, Internet, Kitchen with all other amenities. Perfect for Weddings is committed to ensuring every guest experiences a comfortable and extraordinary stay, whether planning a romantic getaway, a honeymoon, a pet-friendly stay, or celebrating with the entire wedding party.

9.8 (135 Reviews) | Pet Friendly 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 4 Guests

Port Republic Cottage | Our Always Dreaming Cottage - The Bay At Your Back Steps

2 Bedroom Cottage in Port Republic

Welcome to The Aways Dreaming Cottage with two bedrooms which sleeps four (4) – where dreaming is a pastime you will enjoy. There is not another cottage with this Bay access and two level decks, for these multi-walking miles of beach front. Our cottage is a privately-owned Chesapeake Bay front home only steps from the water’s edge. Located just 50 mins from Washington, DC, 14 miles north of the quaint seaport village of Solomons Island and 40 minutes south of Maryland’s capitol of Annapolis, the Always Dreaming Cottage at Kenwood Beach will relax you with quiet walks on the beach, fossil, shark tooth and sea glass collecting and best of all the lull of lapping waves as you enjoy the sunsets on the water’s reflection.
Don’t fight the bridge traffic, come enjoy all the Chesapeake Bay has to offer on the Western Shore!
During your week stay with us enjoy nearby Calvert Marine Museum, Calvert Cliffs, Flag Pond, craft, flea and antique malls, concerts of mainline stars in intimate venues or local wineries and evening music entertainment. Prefer quiet afternoons? Enjoy a book on the back deck, track marine traffic as it steams by or sun bathe on the master suite’s private deck on the second floor of our Always Dreaming beach side cottage.
If you enjoy kayaks and swimming our calm bay waters are inviting you to visit our shores. One of the few Bay coastlines where you can walk for several miles, this section of the Chesapeake Bay Western shore is an uncrowded wonderland. If you enjoy fishing or crabbing, our private community dock is only steps away from our house. Amenities such as restaurants and grocery shopping are nearby for your convenience either north to Prince Frederick or South to Lusby/Solomons Island.
Our Always Dreaming Cottage is a two bedroom, two and a half bath home, with a fully equipped kitchen and gas barbecue grill. The owners are in the neighborhood easily available if a need arises or for suggestions of local activities of interest. We are a water conservative community and household, so showers only and no baths. The home does not have a dishwasher or washer/dryer at this time. There is a local laundromat. Sheets, bath and beach towels can be provided for a small additional charge or you may bring your own. The master suite has a queen-sized bed. The second bedroom has a full-size new bed with a private bath. The house is limited to four adults maximum occupancy. Bring your own water sport toys, sand castle building sets, kayaks, etc. to enjoy your time with us at the Always Dreaming Cottage.

Our Always Dreaming Cottage - The Bay At Your Back Steps is located in Port Republic. Our Always Dreaming Cottage - The Bay At Your Back Steps provides accommodation, featuring View, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Parking, among other amenities. This Cottage features View, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Parking, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Our Always Dreaming Cottage - The Bay At Your Back Steps has 2 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 4 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Port Republic has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Port Republic, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Policies

Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out Check-out before 11:00 am

Child Policy Children are welcome.

Pet Policy Note from host: please provide info on pets in order to be approve pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Other Policy 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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property note from host: with prior agreement w/owner parties and events are allowed on site safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

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Reviews

adam d. May 28, 2025 06:43:49 PM

Summary: Always super relaxing, and extremely quiet!

Karen K. May 23, 2025 08:35:47 PM

Summary: We have stayed at Robert's space for the last three years, and enjoyed a relaxing stay with a beautiful window on the Chesapeake and all its wildlife. The home is right on Kenwood Beach with two porches were you can sit and watch the eagles and osprey go by on their hunts for fish. There is one bedroom overlooking the Bay with a sliding door out to the top porch. The other bedroom is cozy and allows you to wake up to the sound of the birds in the trees behind the neighborhood. The kitchen is well appointed and the location is close to Prince Frederick and lots of eating options. Robert is a welcoming host and is very responsive to any needs you may have.

Andrea K. May 15, 2025 07:50:09 PM

Summary: The house was clean and cozy. The access to the beach was great and we found lots of little shark teeth. Also not far from restaurants. Nice, quiet neighborhood.

Susan H. Oct 21, 2024 11:18:33 PM

Summary: We have stayed in this cottage several times and truly love the location. It is showing signs of wear and tear and needs some upgrading to justify the price.

kimberley t. Aug 24, 2024 10:55:31 PM

Summary: We found the house cozy, and clean. Upstairs each bedroom has a private bath. The kitchen was clean and well appointed with both pod and regular coffee makers plus toaster oven. Living room was the downfall, only a sofa, no chairs exepect kitchen or this very hard little bench seat. TV has firestick which is adequate for a week out of your life. The best part is out the back door, the deck is wonderful, the beach small and cozy water was great for small children, watching ships, reading books and watching the sun and moon come up is beautiful. There are plenty of restaurants, and grocery stores between house and Prine Frederick to meet your needs. WE ENJOYED OUR TIME, WOULD DO IT AGAIN.

seth v. Aug 22, 2024 10:13:01 AM

Summary: My wife and I stayed here for a week along with our son and 3 year old dog. The location was more private than we were expecting and being able to find fossils and sharks teeth right out back was awesome!! Our dog had a blast in the water and my wife spent many, many hours scouring the beach for shells and sharks teeth. She found many treasures during her searches including a wide variety of sea glass. Our son found a 2" sharks tooth our first night there. We got some fishing in as well. We found out later that bait can be purchased at a nearby gas station but they don't advertise as such on Google. We drove across the bridge to The Tackle Box. We were disappointed to learn that we would not have access to the pier that is in the listing but we learned that before we went. Flag Ponds and Calvert Cliffs are a short drive away. The Calvert Marine Museum is close as well but we did not make it there. We definitely look forward to getting the chance to return for another trip.

Cary M. Aug 21, 2024 08:09:00 AM

Summary: Perfect if you like peace and quiet on the water. Even though we ended up having stormy weather for part of our week we were cozy inside reading with great view of the waves. Property manager very responsive.

John H. Aug 4, 2024 05:47:34 AM

Summary: Location is great, nothing better than walking out back door onto beach. 1st couple days were great with no jellyfish. Played in water, threw out crab baskets & kayak on bay. Then storm came in & jellyfish were significant keeping us to knee deep depths. Decks are nice with upper providing shade to lower with many trek seats. Check in was super easy & house was clean. We are avid shark teeth hunters, & private beach puts Calvert Cliffs to shame especially because they are now closed from walking along them. Huge binoculars were bonus - my sons loved seeing all different ships floating by. Parking was more than sufficient for car plus SUV with trailer. Improvements: listing, there is no hot tub/spa tub (no picture in listing) - there is whirlpool bathtub in master bath, outline states linens included, “About Property” states linens are extra charge. Pet friendly yes, but deck gate has broken board & my dog can fit through, & there was a large wasp nest under & bench/railing on lower deck & my dog got stung. Double bed has 7 degree down slope (apple measure app) towards head. Master bedroom a/c struggles to keep room cooled to 70 when outside temperatures get in 90’s. Dining room only has 2 comfortable seats on loveseat. While WiFi was sufficient, but for some reason provided fire stick lags when moving within apps. PDF from owner are sent through app & cannot be printed for reference & also need to be updated as access to the dock is no longer provided.

Jeanette E. Jul 22, 2024 04:03:19 AM

Summary: My best girlfriend & I arrived on a sunny Friday afternoon so immediately got changed into swimsuits to put our feet in the sand and water, then sat on the back porch and watched the waves for hours. Calm, quiet, peaceful. We woke up to rough surf, clouds, and eventually rain on Saturday, but not before a brief walk on the sand and seashell hunting. The house is old, but clean and everything worked. Beds are comfy. Fortunately my friend & I have stayed at VRBOs a number of times so were prepared with our own papertowels, kleenex, and bath soap as none of these were provided. It also would have been helpful to have a book with restaurant recommendations, as the nearest ones are 15-20 minutes away. Would stay here again, but be aware there are no grocery stores or restaurants closeby. Thank you for the perfect weekend to recharge!

Diane S. Jul 14, 2024 05:40:33 AM

Summary: Beautiful location. Needs some updating and better furniture.

FAQ's

Is this Port Republic cottage pet-friendly for guests?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Port Republic cottage have a swimming pool?

No, this Port Republic cottage does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Port Republic cottage?

Best-rates for the Port Republic cottage starts from $373 per night with includes TV, View, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Parking, Sports/Activities, Fireplace/Heating, Guest Services, Ocean View, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Entertainment, Child Friendly, Laundry, Air Conditioner, Pet Friendly, Bedding/Linens, Internet, Kitchen with all other amenities. Perfect for Weddings is committed to ensuring every guest experiences a comfortable and extraordinary stay, whether planning a romantic getaway, a honeymoon, a pet-friendly stay, or celebrating with the entire wedding party.

Is Port Republic cottage a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this cottage Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the cottage has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Port Republic cottage wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Port Republic cottage has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Port Republic cottage?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Port Republic cottage indicates 1 day stay policy at this cottage. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Port Republic cottage?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Port Republic cottage are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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US $373