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Dates

December 2024

January 2025

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5130 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Explore the area

St Michaels, MD

Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum
5 min walk
St. Michaels Museum
5 min walk
St. Michaels Winery
7 min walk
Annapolis, MD (ANP-Lee)
75 min drive

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

9 Dec - 10 Dec

About this property

Entire place

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

Premier St. Michaels Cottage - T. Blades House - Walk to Everything in Town

The truly special and recently restored historic Thomas Blades House is centrally located in the Historic District of St. Michaels, a few steps from the Town Park with magnificent waterviews. It is a 2 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom vacation cottage. Rates vary by season, and whether stay is weeknight or weekend. Stays of a week or longer are discounted, as are "last minute" bookings.

Museums, shops (including grocery stores and a drug store), restaurants, churches, parks, tennis courts, Town pool. library, the weekly farmer's market, and other attractions are within walking distance of the house!

The house is very comfortable and beautifully decorated with period and reproduction furniture. Perfectly suited for a small family or one or two couples. The house is also an ideal romantic getaway for a couple. The large family room and big back porch create an ideal environment for relaxing!

The house was built around 1850 by Thomas Blades, a young sailor.

The first floor of the original portion of the Blades House includes a LIVING ROOM and a DINING ROOM. To the rear of the original house on the first floor is a KITCHEN area connected to a large wood paneled FAMILY ROOM. There is a half bath off of the family room.The rear of the family room opens up by French doors to a large outdoor PORCH with ceiling fan and dining area. There is a deck to the rear of the porch for outdoor grilling.

The second floor of the original portion of the Blades house includes a large BEDROOM with a queen size bed and an antique child's bed (cot size). The second floor to the rear of the house contains the large MASTER BEDROOM with a king size bed. Off of a hall between the two bedrooms is the master bathroom.

An additional cottage and large waterfront house are also available for rent.

Keywords: Cottage

During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum. The cottage offers free WiFi and a kitchen.

Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, washing machine and 1.5 bathrooms
Free WiFi
On-site recreation includes a playground
Within a 10-minute walk of Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum and St. Michaels Museum

Premier St. Michaels Cottage - T. Blades House - Walk to Everything in Town offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This St. Michaels cottage is smoke free.

Property manager

Thomas Byrne

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

Communal pool

Internet

Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Parking on site

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

1.5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Fireplace
Living room

Entertainment

DVD player
TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio

Laundry

Washing machine

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Location highlights

In a village
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the marina

Things to do

Bicycles
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours nearby

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

Bicycles
Garden
Unit size: 1,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 24

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 welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 (weight limit: 20 lb per pet)
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether 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

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Premier St. Michaels Cottage - T. Blades House - Walk to Everything in Town Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne S.

11 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming House, Great Location

We loved this house, it was perfect for exploring town and as a base for things further afield. Comfortable, thoughtfully and well stocked with lots of charm.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

27 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming & Cozy!

We loved our weekend at T. Blades House. We parked the car and walked everywhere - to breakfast, the parks, marina, all the shops on Talbot Street, and met so many nice neighbors (and their canine companions) strolling the quaint little streets! The house was cozy as can be, with all the charm of a historic home plus modern conveniences. Gorgeous original heart pine floors, beams, and period hardware & furnishings — with nice comfortable beds to end your day! We would love to return next year!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack L.

25 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Off season review

Fine stay pretty quiet off season

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Eileen Q.

7 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful trip location

Enjoyed the house and its location very much. So much better than staying in a hotel. Eating meals in the screened in porch was lovely - beautiful grounds & neighbors property was lovely too!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Cynthia

5 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Emily, Baltimore

Travelled with family and small children

14 Jul 2024

Liked: Amenities

Disliked: Cleanliness

Overall we enjoyed the cottage because the location was incredible and the air conditioning was great on a hot weekend. Beds were comfortable and the screened in porch was enjoyable. The antique furnishings and decor was cozy! We had a two year old sleep in the children’s cot in the second bedroom and used towels to cover the windows. Primary bedroom was very nice! Unfortunately we were visiting during a storm and the ants were EVERYWHERE. We couldn’t leave anything or dishes on the counter because the ants would swarm. We had to throw away a bunch of our new groceries. There was also a bunch of nails on the back patio (probably from the housework Nextdoor). Overall, we really did like the property! Just some cleanliness issues. We would return for sure due to the location!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

L H.

24 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

Had a wonderful time. This home was just perfect for us. Great location and charming. Would definitely stay here again

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

April D.

5 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy and Good Location

The house looked better than the pictures. It was very cozy and had everything we needed. It’s probably the best location for walking around town. Water pressure in the shower was decent, and the beds were comfortable.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Stacy M.

29 Apr 2024

Great location home needs attention

The location and proximity of the home was exactly what we had hoped for. The home felt like a handyman special and work was needed in every room. Rotten walls from water damaged, Windows’s closed and secured with zip ties, closets that we could not hang clothes because of other items thrown around. Seating in most rooms were not ideal and seemed more like an antique store than a place to relax. I will say the Owner communicates well and provides the basics. The stay was great but will not stay here again due to updates and cleanliness.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with family

27 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

A lovely cottage to stay in. Lots of old world charm and location is unbeatable when want to stay in St. Michaels

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn B.

10 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Great location and house with a lot of history. Easy parking!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

24 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Sons wedding weekend

Great home and excellent location !

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

TANYA D.

12 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Location is amazing!!!!

The location was unprecedented! Really short walk to everything. Car did not move once we arrived and member of our group uses a walker. Property was clean and accomidating. Very pleased overall. Will return again!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amh S.

12 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Classic St Michels property

Perfect place to stay for a cousins reunion, Central location to all the shops and restaurants.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

John T.

16 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great weekend in St Michaels

Property is an historic small house billed as "you can walk to anywhere in St Michaels", and you can--easily. It's located in a very quiet area a couple of blocks from the harbor. It's near the corner of Locust and Carpenter (two very quiet side streets) that is labeled "Hell's Crossing" on the locally provided street map. There is an interesting story about that dating from the 1800's. The house is very nicely maintained and furnished in colonial period style. It's ideal for a couple, or a couple with two children. It might be too small for multiple families. The only suggested improvement I would make is to provide a non-skid bath mat for the tub. It has a non-slip surface, but it's still a little slippery--especially for us older folks

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deanna S.

28 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Little Historic Get-A-Way

We enjoyed our a long weekend in this historic cottage.it is located on a street that we have frequently walked over the past 15 years - we’ve always been curious about this row of homes. We loved all of the antiques and decor. We enjoyed sitting on the shaded screened in porch during the hot days, along with our Boston Terrier and another set of friends. The location is perfect, 1 block from the Main Street and about 1/2 block from the harbor and park.. We received the perfect amount of communication from the owner. We would book with them again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Gina D., Elizabethtown Ky

22 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Historic St. Michael’s house

The property is beautiful and very well appointed. The location is perfect for walking to anywhere in town and is just a few steps to the water. There are plenty of places to walk your dog very close to the house. The host, Tom, was very friendly and easy to work with. The only issues we had were the construction noise early in the morning from the house next to ours and an issue with ants in the kitchen. Otherwise, we absolutely enjoyed our stay and would stay there again. We would recommend this house to a couple or small family.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey B.

19 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great

We enjoyed the stay. Beautiful place. Right near the harbor because we came in by boat so only a short walk was very convenient.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H., Virginia Beach, Virginia

30 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Historic Charm

Tom’s home is meticulously restored and totally convenient to Talbot Street and the harbor. He was completely responsive to my questions and helpful to decision making regarding the stay. Wonderful experience and will return!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arturo B.

25 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location and very nice place

Great location and a lovely place to stay. It lacks a bit in terms of cooking, no oil or spices, but that is about the only problem that I found. Water pressure is fine, the beds are comfortable, the house is cozy and the communication is easy. This is a great option when staying in St M.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian T.

24 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Romantic getaway!

Fantastic location, cute romantic cottage. We had a wonderful time and would definitely go back to this cottage again in the future!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy I.

12 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyable stay in St Michael’s

Thoroughly enjoyed our two night stay in St Michael’s. Clean and well appointed house. We only have two concerns: mattresses need to be replaced and second bedroom needs window coverings. You cannot beat the location.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

4/10 Poor

susan b.

25 Apr 2023

Disliked: Cleanliness

St. Michael"s

The location was very nice, as for the house, we encountered aunts and squirrels possibly in the house wall since there was scratching etc. at night. One of the second floor bedroom floors was so old you could see through the large cracks in the floor and it felt insecure to walk on so I never used that bedroom. This left just one bedroom and a sofa in the family room area to sleep on. We found aunts in the first level powder room and in the kitchen. when I opened the lower level kitchen cabinets, I noticed crumbs of old food etc., so I think this may have been the attraction. Because of all of these issues, we felt totally uncomfortable so my guest that had arrived on Saturday at I:00 and left the next morning, Sunday. I left Sunday at 2:00, so I basically left almost one day early. I loved St. Michaels, but could not recommend this rental. There are much nicer places to stay that don't have ants, squirrels, and are much cleaner. I hope the owner cleans up his place for others to come. I also hope that VRBO makes sure his property is safe: the second floor bedroom floor that has loose and unsupported floor boards with open cracks in between, you can actually see down to the lower floor. It was so bad that my guest asked me if I signed a waiver. That says a lot. Regards, SB

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Bob W.

14 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint style 1800’s restored house 1block from main street

Awesome decor, clean, and fully equipped home. Just 1 block walk to center of town with shops, bars, and restaurants. Nice screened in porch on a quiet backyard.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

amy b.

22 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home & Great location

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. It was just a short walk to the water and to all of the shops & restaurants in town. Theo's and Limoncello are fantastic. We love historic homes and this one was absolutely beautiful.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023