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Nestled on the picturesque North East River, The Dabbling Duck offers a serene retreat. Enjoy private dock access for boating, fishing or simply taking in the views. Stroll along nearby Main Street and Nauti Goose to discover charming shops and live music.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Charming Waterfront Cottage with Private Boat Dock

  • Welcome to The Dabbling Duck! Located on the beautiful North East River, this waterfront cottage is a little slice of Chesapeake paradise. Guests have access to a private dock for boating, fishing, paddle sports, or relaxing to picturesque surroundings. Hiking, biking, and wildlife enthusiasts love the close proximity to over 5,000 acres of pristine nature. For the traveler in search of antiques, delicious eastern shore fare, or live music, Main Street and Nauti Goose are only a short walk away.

    The Dabbling Duck is a private two bedroom cottage, tastefully decorated with a mix of island and coastal design elements as well as mid century modern furnishings. The open living and dining room area is sun-filled and overlooks the back patio and water. The space is AC-cooled and inviting, perfect for relaxing both before and after a day of adventure. Lighting is ample, for reading and playing games, as well as dimmable, for creating a romantic setting.

    For the guest who enjoys cooking and entertaining, the kitchen is fully equipped with everything needed to prepare a nice meal “at home.” There is a gas stove and oven, full-sized refrigerator, complete set of pots and pans, cooking utensils, and serve ware for both indoor and outdoor dining. If additional kitchen items or place settings are needed, please let the host know and she will make every effort to accommodate the request.

    The cozy cottage bedrooms have everything necessary for a good night’s sleep. Both bedrooms are outfitted with comfortable sheets, extra pillows and blankets, and AC. The primary bedroom has a king size bed, tv, closet with hangers, and a small dresser. The second bedroom has two twin beds and a nightstand with drawers. If the twin beds need to be moved together, please let the host know prior to arrival, and she will accommodate the request.

    Guests have access to the entire cottage, which includes a front porch, a back patio with tables and a grill, and a backyard with a pergola and fire pit area. There are two parking spaces directly in front of the cottage for guests. If you need additional parking, please let the host know. Guests also have access to a private dock. The dock spans the length of the cottage waterfront and the main house waterfront. Guest access will be marked. Guests are permitted to dock one boat up to 30 feet in front of the cottage at no additional cost. Additional boats must be approved by the host to ensure they can be accommodated. There will be a fee for each additional boat.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Single level property
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Smoking inside the home is strictly prohibited. No cigarettes, vapes, pipes, and/or bowls. If smoking outside, please keep doors and windows closed.
Dogs permitted w/approval. Will consider other pets w/approval. No animals permitted on the beds, couch, and/or other furniture.
For Instant booking guest must have a 4.8 star rating or higher. Any other rating please message for pre-approval

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: Approval required. Please see house rules.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Pls discuss baby/child-proofing needs with host.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Long-term renters welcome
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Located in North East, this cottage is on the waterfront. Chestnut Point Estates and Marina and Craft Haven Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Rising Sun Plaza and Castle Mall. Plumpton Park Zoo and Havre de Grace Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby. Visit our North East travel guide
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North East, MD

What's nearby

  • Historic Stuyvesant Hall used as a residential building at Ohio Wesleyan University in Delaware, OH
    University of Delaware
    22 min drive - 17.7 miles
  • Wilmington Riverwalk
    Wilmington Riverwalk
    37 min drive - 33.0 miles
  • Upper Bay Museum
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Christiana Mall
    27 min drive - 24.3 miles
  • Delaware Park Racetrack and Slots
    33 min drive - 24.5 miles

Getting around

  • Perryville Station
    17 min drive
  • Wilmington, DE (ILG-New Castle)
    35 min drive

Restaurants

  • Wawa
    4 min drive
  • Wawa
    11 min drive
  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • Dunkin'
    3 min drive
  • Royal Farms
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Waterfront Cottage with Private Boat Dock pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Charming Waterfront Cottage with Private Boat Dock?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Waterfront Cottage with Private Boat Dock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Waterfront Cottage with Private Boat Dock?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Waterfront Cottage with Private Boat Dock located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Upper Bay Museum and within 6 mi (10 km) of Milburn Stone Theater and Charlestown Town Hall. Long Point Park and Roachs Shore are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Charming Waterfront Cottage with Private Boat Dock Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a delightful stay, clean, safe and so comfortable. The kitchen was equipped to use, and included little extras you appreciate. The comfort this home offered was prefect:Comfortable beds, cleanliness and views for relaxing. I will stay here again on my next visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very responsive and friendly. The cottage was adorable and clean. There were lots of “little things” that made us feel special. It was probably the best VRBO experience I have ever had!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

sara h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Perfect Place

Was looking for a cute place to spend the weekend with my college roommates - we've gotten together annually for 25 years - and this place was perfect! Great location, great hosts, super cute decor, comfy beds, awesome outdoor seating areas, and to be able to walk everywhere was a bonus! Definitely hope to stay here again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Declan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay. Extremely clean and in a great location. We loved the ability to walk to the water and into town to experience the coffee shops and antique stores. Definitely try the candy shop! Tara and Chris were very responsive throughout our stay. Super accommodating and made our parents weekend at the University of Delaware extremely enjoyable. Would definitely recommend to our friends and family.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Get Away

The property far exceeded our expectations. We had a wonderful weekend at this location thanks to a fantastic host. Outstanding accommodations, well designed, organized and clean. Looking forward to a return trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Becky G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, quiet, and scenic

We had a lovely two night stay in this cottage. The area is quiet. Easy walk down town to shops and restaurants. The property is clean, well decorated, and comfortable. The highlight is the back yard. Right on the river with a great patio. Wonderful for birdwatchers! Highly recommend and if we are back in the area we would book again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Cottage with a Beautiful View

We loved our stay in North East. Location is fantastic - walking distance to town and close to Blue Elk Vineyard. The outdoor space is perfect to enjoy to calm and peace of the water view. The house is best used with close family as there is only one bathroom. Chris is so easy to work with and check-in/check-out procedure is effortless. We have already booked a return trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy and perfect

I loved everything about this place! The waterfront property and proximity to the boat ramp and the most charming little town was more than we could have asked for. Chris and Tara were so accommodating and even add so many thoughtful little touches throughout the house for us. Their communication and hospitality was amazing. The place was decorated beautifully and was so comfortable. It was perfect for our long weekend getaway with our dogs and boat. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Iisa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was an adorable little cottage with amazing views amazing property grounds everything you needed was there highly recommend it
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is definitely a home away from home for us. The hosts were great to work with and the house was stocked with all the things we needed. Thus a definite home to revisit
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joel W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great place

we will stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Richard G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent, I’ll be back a few times a yeat
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kristi H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Owners were very responsive and accommodating. Check out was REALLY easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tina H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute & Comfy!

Very comfortable cottage with adorable decor! Thank you Chris and Tara for a wonderful stay. Really enjoyed hanging out on the dock and fishing.North East Family restaurant for breakfast was great. Super friendly staff and great food!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

carrie h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Visit!

Tara and Chris were incredibly helpful and responsive - we had a great time at their lovely cottage. So much to do in the area! Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ann B.

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Lovely experience. Sat along shores of tidal stream and watched birds fly up and down river and fish jumping. Park across the street hosted a community picnic and wonderful restaurants nearby. Beautifully appointed quiet with comfy beds!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Leann F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was great. It was a nice ending to our vacation. We started our week out in Ocean City with 2 other families and stopped in North East on our way home. The house was clean, cozy, and very welcoming. It is the perfect location and right on the water. The host were absolutely amazing, there was a very bad thunderstorm the first night and we lost power and Chris was in contact the whole time with us making sure we were ok and accommodating to any of our needs. I highly recommend this property and these host. We will definitely be staying there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

ROBERT W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great four-day vacation at the cottage very comfortable very clean! Plenty of room to cook, bedrooms are very comfortable and clean. Sitting area is nice also.I brought my 18.5” boat down. It was great having the dock plenty of room to tie off on. Marina is very close by. I made a little fire every night very comfortable back patio! I would definitely stay there again!! Communication was excellent! everybody in that area was very nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chris I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

1220

Very enjoyable. Chris was a a terrific host.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rick C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very well represented with pictures, small hiccup but it was taken care of totally! Very quickly by the owner and representative! 100# This place is EXCELLENT! PERIOD! HIGHLY RECOMMEND! WE WILL BE BACK!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Pamela P.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025