Coastal Cottage at Ocean Pines on the Bay | House in Ocean Pines

Summary:
Visitor Favorite and premier property for over 12 years with nearly 30 5-star reviews before switching to Ocean City Vacation Homes.
NOTE: OUR NEW PROPERTY MANGER "OCEAN CITY VACATION HOMES" IS READY TO ASSIST WITH YOUR SUMMER 2026 RESERVATIONS AT COASTAL COTTAGE. ALSO, STARTING THIS SUMMER REMOTE CODE ACCESS AND LINENS ARE INCLUDED AS STANDARD FEATURES.
★★ Things to Know ★★
✹ Must be 25+ to rent and stay - no graduating HS groups.
✹ Bayfront single-family cottage located in the Ocean Pines community on the Saint Martin River
✹ Prime season rentals require full Saturday-to-Saturday stays (June–September)
✹ One flight of stairs required to access Coastal Cottage
★★ Things to Love ★★
✹ Private Bayfront setting with expansive water views from every room
✹ Private boat dock and fishing pier for crabbing, fishing, or tying up a boat
✹ Marine ladders for easy access to the water
✹ Screened porch, sun deck, and dock ideal for sunrise, sunset, and outdoor relaxation
✹ All Linens & Towels included!
COASTAL COTTAGE ON THE BAY IN OCEAN PINES MD -- Catch the breeze and magnificent open waterfront views from every room of this 3 bedroom, 2 bath water-front gem on the Saint Martin River. Decorated with vintage cottage furniture, red oak floors, comfy Macy's beds by Hotel Collection, Handcock & Moore leather sofa/club chair, leather & dense foam Pottery Barn ottoman, and Sony sound entertainment system. A sundeck and screened porch invite you outdoors. Also enjoy spectacular sunsets or sunrise from the roomy sundeck or our private dock. Enjoy complimentary parking at the Ocean Pines Beach Club, a 10 minute drive to the beach in Ocean City, MD. Launch your boat, crab or fish from our private dock (MD fishing permit not required). The cottage includes two Sony HDTVs and DVD players with family movie cable package, but no landline.
Three (3) Bed Rooms (a Master and two (2) Guest Bedrooms (one has a Full-on-Full bunk bed).
Bed Sizes: 2 Queen beds, a Full-Over-Full Bunk Bed with memory foam mattress on top and traditional mattress below), and a Full-size Sleeper Sofa in the Living Room.
Two (2) Full Bath Rooms (Master Bath with Shower and a Hall Bath with bath tub - shower combination). See "LINENS" below which are now standard for prime summer weeks.
Amenities: Complementary Ocean Pines Beach Club Parking Pass.
(Note: Club Memberships daily or weekly for Golf, Tennis and Swimming Pools are available at additional cost through the Ocean Pines Association or at the door. Each pool pass is good for use of any of the Ocean Pines five-plus swimming/kiddie pools.)
NOTE: RESERVATIONS DURING PRIME SUMMER MONTHS MUST BE MADE FOR A FULL WEEK (or MORE) that RUN FROM SATURDAY-TO-SATURDAY. PRIME SEASONAL MONTHS ARE JUNE. JULY, AUGUST and EARLY SEPTEMBER EACH YEAR. Coastal Cottage is only for Family Vacations (Non-Group Rentals).
Again, Weekly Reservations run from SATURDAY-to-SATURDAY and may be made for multiple weeks. Inquiries for "Mini weeks" (at least 4 days within a calendar week) are considered only during OFF-SEASON periods (April, May, and October).
LINENS: Now standard for prime summer weeks (June, July and August). During off-season weeks guests may contact Ocean City Beach & Linen Rental Company to order basic linen service for 6 guests at approximately $100 for their weekly stay. Included are towels for 6 persons (bath and hand towels, and wash cloths) as well as sheet sets and pillowcases for 2 queen beds and 2 full mattresses (for a full-on-full bunk bed). Please promptly inform Host or Property Manager if there is any difficulty.
PILLOWS: We provide new pillows each season but recommend bringing your own which should be more comfortable.
Included Amenities Are:
Remote keyless code entry.
Private Boat Dock /Fishing Pier (6' wide x 33' long) with marine ladder and guest slip for your boat
Central Air Conditioning -
Beach Chairs -
Blender -
Drip Coffee Maker and Electric Coffee Grinder -
Nespresso coffee maker -
BBQ Grill (Weber gas grill) -
Crab Cages (for crabbing) -
Crab Pot (for cooking) -
Extra Blankets - (bring sheets)
Fridge with Ice Maker -
Hair Dryer -
HDTVs - Sony Bravia LR and rear BR -
Iron/Ironing Board -
Microwave -
No Land Phone Line -
Screened Porch (furnished in white wicker and glider bench)
Stereo - Sony Sterio Speakers =
DVD players (connected to 2 HDTVs) -
Sun deck (32' x10') w Royal Teak dining table w Sunbrella - a set of 6 sling back chairs. A reclining teak steamer chair in Sunbrella fabric and teak side table are new for 2019.
Toaster -
Washer & Dryer (Stacked unit laundry cove in kitchen) -
Wireless High Speed Internet and HD Cable TV
★★ Sleeping Arrangements ★★
✹ Bedroom 1 (Primary): Queen bed
✹ Bedroom 2: Queen bed
✹ Bedroom 3: Full-over-Full bunk bed (Full bed over a Full bed)
✹ Living Room: Full-size sleeper sofa
★★ Ocean Pines Beach Club Access & Community Rules ★★
A complimentary Ocean Pines Beach Club parking pass is included with summer bookings beginning June 1. The Ocean Pines Beach Club is approximately a 10-minute drive to the Ocean City private beach.
This home is located within the Ocean Pines Vacation Resort Community, a private residential community. Optional daily or weekly memberships for golf, tennis, and more than four swimming pools are available for purchase through the Ocean Pines Association or at participating facilities. Please note: Ocean Pines has a designated kayak launch area in Pintail Park.
Guests must follow all Ocean Pines community rules during their stay.
★★ Frequently Asked Questions ★★
Do you provide linens and towels?
✹ Linens and towels are included via the cleaning fee.
Is beach access included?
✹ A complimentary Ocean Pines Beach Club parking pass is included with summer bookings starting June 1.
Is there a coffee maker provided, and if so what kind?
✹ Yes. A Cuisinart drip coffee maker and a Nespresso coffee maker are provided. Please bring your preferred grounds (or original Nespresso coffee capsules).
Is parking available?
✹ Yes. Private driveway parking is available for up to four vehicles, with additional street parking if needed.
Any board games?
✹ Yes. We have a chess board at the property.
Is this home suitable for group rentals?
✹ No. This property is reserved for family vacations only and does not allow group rentals.
Is smoking or vaping allowed?
✹ No, smoking and vaping are not permitted anywhere on the property.
Are pets allowed?
✹ No, pets are not permitted at this property.
What is the check-in and check-out time?
✹ Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is by 10:00 AM.
✹ Early check-in may be available between 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM for an additional priority cleaning fee. Please inquire after booking.
✹ Late Check-out may be available between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM for an additional priority cleaning fee. Please inquire after booking.
What are the booking requirements for this property?
✹ During prime season (June, July, August, and September), reservations must be for a full week or longer and must run Saturday-to-Saturday.
✹ Mini-week stays (minimum 4 nights) are permitted only during the off-season (April, May, and October), subject to availability.
How do I access this property?
✹ There is an E lock at the top of the stairs. There is no elevator and the living space is located up these stairs.
★★Attractions & Activities★★
✹ Beach Access – 0.7 mile / 3-minute walk
✹ Ocean City Boardwalk – 11 miles / 26-minute drive
✹ Assateague Island – 16.8 miles / 27-minute drive
✹ Jolly Roger Amusement Park - 10.8 miles / 21-minute drive
✹ Northside Park – 11.9 miles / 12-minute drive
✹ North Bus Stop - Ocean Pines Sports Core Pool 3.8 miles / 9-minute drive
✹ South Bus Stop - Ocean Pines 3.1 miles / 8-minute drive
★★Steps From Your Door★★
✹ The Pines Cafe - 2.3 miles / 6-minute drive
✹ The Farm Kitchen at Windmill Creek -3.9 miles / 9-minute drive
✹ A Bagel And ... - 3.3 miles / 9-minute drive
✹ Ocean Pines Farmers & Artisans Market -0.8 miles / 3- minute drive
★★ Important Notices ★★
We’re delighted to welcome you to one of our vacation homes and want your stay to be as enjoyable as possible. Please keep in mind that beach life sometimes brings shifting weather, town celebrations, or nearby construction. You may also encounter local wildlife such as seagulls, raccoons, foxes, or the occasional bug. Our homes are treated regularly, but a touch of the outdoors is part of Ocean City’s natural charm.
If something feels off — whether it’s an appliance not working correctly or an unexpected maintenance issue — please let us know right away. A quick photo helps, and our team typically responds promptly to resolve anything with as little disruption as possible. While these types of issues don’t qualify for refunds, we’ll always do our best to make your stay smooth.
All rentals include our full linen and towel package. Every bed will be made before you arrive, and each guest receives one bath towel along with fresh sheets and pillowcases.
After booking you will be asked to complete a check-in form. This form includes providing your name, contact information, birthday, government photo ID, and signing rental lease agreement. This is to ensure age, identity, and protection of our home.
Please respect the home as if it were your own. An additional $500 excessive cleaning fee may apply if the property is left in unacceptable condition.
Ocean Pines Association (OPA) enforces Worcester County rules concerning “unreasonable noise” and disturbance standards. OPA will enforce community rules if noise becomes a nuisance. Disturbances may result in fines or removal without refund.

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Coastal Cottage at Ocean Pines on the Bay has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 6 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 House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, 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. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Ocean Pines has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Ocean Pines, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.