Waterfront River Retreat-Dock|Canoe|HotTub|Near DC

Escape to the Riverpoint. This unique house embodies the charm of a Swiss chalet A-Frame, complemented by a picturesque boathouse on a serene canal of the Port Tobacco River.

You’ll love the Riverpoint’s amenities: canoe launch, Italian dual oven range, hot tub, firepit, gameroom/movie room, and more!

For water enthusiasts, canoe down the Port Tobacco River & watch out for Bald Eagles. Just moments from Chapel Point beach, this retreat promises relaxation & adventure for all families/groups.

HIGHLIGHTS:
♦ Waterfront Swiss Chalet A-Frame Cabin with an A-Frame Boathouse and Canoe/Kayak launch from a floating dock
♦ Open Floorplan Living/Dining with abundance of natural light
♦Chef’s kitchen with an Italian Verona 36” electric stove with dual ovens
♦ Game room and bar with air hockey table
♦ Movie Room with Popcorn Maker
♦ 7 Person Hot Tub
♦ Firepit, hammock and hanging egg chair
♦ Board games and lawn games
♦ High speed internet and a dedicated working station (in primary bedroom)
♦ Linens, towels, and kitchen appliances provided
♦ Kitchen with all cooking essentials (pots/ pans/ baking utensils/ coffee machines, etc.)
♦ Full size Washer / Dryer
♦ Waterfront access to a canal of the Port Tobacco River
♦ Down the road from a full service marina and restaurant
♦ This property includes security features, such as smart locks & floodlight cameras, for your safety and peace of mind

Accommodations
Newly renovated in 2024. Very spacious with 5 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms (2 tubs and 2 walk-in showers)

Bedrooms 🛏️
● 5 bedrooms with 10 beds total - can accommodate up to 16 people comfortably
● All bedrooms have a 50" - 55" Smart Roku TV 📺
● Each bedroom has brand-new and comfortable mattresses with fresh linens, blankets, towels, washcloths, and all the other essentials you'd expect from a well-stocked home

Upstairs - 2 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms:
● Bedroom 1 (Primary): Cal King bed with en-suite bathroom, including a double vanity & a soaking tub 🛁
● Bedroom 2: two Queen beds, each with twin trundle beds underneath
● Bathroom: Full bathroom with marble walk-in shower and double vanity

Main Level - 2 bedrooms & 1 bathroom:
● Bedroom 3: Cal King bed
● Bedroom 4: Cal King bed
● Bathroom: Full bathroom with a tub and marble vanity

Lower Level - 1 bedroom & 1 bathroom + Den:
● Bedroom 5: Full bed, with a twin trundle bed underneath
● Pull out sleeper sofa: Full bed
● Bathroom: Full bathroom with walk-in shower & vanity

Kitchen 🥘
● To whip up a meal, head to the fully-equipped kitchen boasting quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a 36 inch Verona professional double oven electric range with 6 Italian burners - a chef’s dream! 👨‍🍳
● Cooking pots, pans, and utensils are all provided to make meal preparation a breeze 🍲
● You’ll find dishes and silverware stored in the cabinets/drawers

Dining Room 🍽️
● The dining room has a large table that can sit 9-12 people
● We also provide board games like Clue, Monopoly, Battleship, Life, and more 🃏

Living Room 🛋️
● Tastefully decorated in a modern style with historical accents, the living room with a fireplace is the perfect place to relax after a long day of adventures 🔥

Outside Spaces ☀️🌳
● Enjoy your morning coffee or evening glass of wine with some fresh air ☕️
● The deck in the backyard offers a lovely space to relax with comfortable seating

As soon as you arrive at the Riverpoint, you'll be captivated by its striking dark blue and white A-frame exterior. The Riverpoint is a newly renovated modern cabin, with waterfront access, making it a perfect cabin for every season!

Stepping inside the living room, natural light floods the open concept design. A cozy fireplace sets the perfect ambience for warm conversations. Dive into entertainment with a 75-inch Roku TV and sync your vibes lounging on the huge velvet sectional.

You can whip up your favorite meal in the chef’s kitchen, which has an Italian Verona electric range with dual ovens - cook your dinner in one, dessert in the other. The modern kitchen is fully equipped with an espresso machine and Keurig coffee maker, a selection of pots, pans, and baking utensils, inviting you to explore your culinary and baking adventures.

On the main level, you'll find two bedrooms with Cal king sized beds, each beautifully designed with murals and equipped with 50-inch Roku TVs. This floor also includes a full bath, with a marble vanity and a bathtub.

Taking the floating stairs up to the second floor, the primary bedroom offers a Cal king sized bed, 55-inch Roku TV and a dedicated workspace with high speed Wi-Fi for seamless connectivity. The attached en-suite bathroom's rain shower head gives you an atmosphere reminiscent of a spa.

The second floor also offers a second bedroom with two queen sized beds, each with twin trundle beds underneath. This bedroom also has a small staircase leading to the attic loft, which includes fun decorations, a reading nook for kids, a yoga / pilates area, and a lounge area complete with bean bag chairs, disco ball and a record player.

Venturing down to the basement level, an entertainment haven awaits - challenge your friends and family to board games or an air hockey game. Prepare a tasty drink at the fully equipped bar, which has its own beverage refrigerator and a milkshake station.

Wind down after some games and turn on the 85" Google TV in the movie room with plenty of seating, blankets and pillows. Oh, and don't miss the chance to step back in time by making popcorn in the old-school kettle machine for a delightful snack during the perfect movie night!

The basement level also includes a bedroom with a full-sized bed and a twin trundle bed underneath, and a full bathroom with a walk-in shower and modern vanity.

Also in the basement level, you'll find the mudroom, complete with a washer and dryer for your convenience after returning home from your canoeing /hiking adventures. A second fireplace and a cozy blue sleeper sofa create a perfect place to curl up with a book. In addition, you will find a second dining area with bench seating.

Outdoors, enjoy your morning coffee on the deck in a bean bag chair or at the cute bistro set, and watch the sunset from the 7 person hot tub underneath the deck.

Live your best life and make sure to visit the A-frame boathouse, equipped with canoes, life-jackets, oars / paddles and access to a floating dock with a canoe launch to stay dry getting in / out of the water. Take in the tranquility of the evening from the hot tub or sit around the firepit roasting s'mores. Make sure to take a nap on the hammock next to the river or read your favorite book on the hanging peacock egg chair.

The Riverpoint is an invitation to embrace serenity and nature, where modernity meets tranquility, promising an unforgettable retreat for your soul!

Guest Access:
Check-in: Smart lock access automatically starts at 4:00 PM
Check-out: Smart lock access automatically ends at 10:00 AM

No early check-in / late check-out available

We are available via phone, message, or in person for anything you may need or to answer any questions you may have. We will provide 100% privacy unless otherwise requested.

Just 24 miles south of the White House, Charles County, Maryland was listed by Conde Naste Traveler as one of best places to go in the U.S. in 2023. The scenic area is home to astonishing historic lore (go kayaking around shipwrecks dating from the Revolutionary War at Mallows Bay, a newly dedicated National Marine Sanctuary), nesting bald eagles and other bird watching, and a robust farm- and river-to-table dining scene along the Potomac.

There are many things to do in Port Tobacco, including various hiking trails, boating, fishing, golfing, kayaking, paintballing, historical sightseeing and more! The Charles County visitors page is full of activities and recommendations for your time in Port Tobacco!

Historic Port Tobacco Court House (2 min drive)
A naval port-of-entry for the Crown in 1685, the town remained a major port through the end of the Revolutionary War. Catslide House, Courthouse (1819) and museum are open for tours.

Port Tobacco Marina (3 min drive)
This is a marina on the Port Tobacco River near its headwaters. The facility has campsites, a restaurant, and three boat ramps. There are also rowboats and paddle boats for rent. The marina charges $6 ($7 on weekends) for use of the boat ramps.

Port Tobacco River Park (3 min drive)
3 miles of walking trails open year-round
Bald Eagle watching, there is a wild bald eagle nest located in the Port Tobacco River Park!

Chapel Point State Park (7 min drive)
A multi-use park that boasts a sandy/beach waterfront that offers excellent fishing on the beautiful Port Tobacco River, a tributary of the Potomac River.

Historic St. Ignatius Church (7 min drive)
Founded in 1641, is one of the oldest Catholic Parishes in continuous service in the United States. The church is located adjacent to State Park Property.

Fun Haven Golf (11 min drive)
Driving range and batting cages

Indian Head Rail Trail (14 min drive)
Converted abandoned railroad corridor converted into a 13-mile hike / bike trail
Originally built in 1918 as a supply route for the Navy’s Indian Head Powder Factory, this elevated rail bed passes through the Mattawoman Creek stream valley. Cyclists, hikers and nature enthusiasts will experience the surroundings of mature forests, natural wetlands, and occasional farmland. Wildlife abounds! Visiting the IHRT is almost like stepping back in time.

Southern Maryland Paintball (15 min drive)
Offering paintball, airsoft, gellyball, and Axe throwing!

Friendship Farm Park (16 min drive)
Two trail loops totaling nearly 4 miles, including miles of waterfront hiking, nature observation decks, fishing (no license required) and abundant wildlife to observe

Gilbert Run Park (17 min drive)
1.6-mile nature trail travels along the edge of the 69-acre Wheatley Lake and includes self-guided nature walk, fishing pavilions, numerous boardwalks and bridges, and a beaver colony observation deck

Mallows Bay - Potomac River National Marine Sanctuary (23 min drive)
Mallows Bay is most renowned for its “Ghost Fleet,” the partially submerged remains of more than 100 wooden steamships that were built in response to threats from World War I-era German U-boats that were sinking ships in the Atlantic.

Cedarville State Forest (28 min drive)
Hikers, mountain bikers and equestrians can enjoy over 19 miles of trails

The best way to get around is with a car. The house has a carport, a long driveway and gravel parking by the road. In total you can comfortably park about 7-8 cars.

🧻 Sensitive Septic System
The house is on a septic system and well water system. We ask guests to please not flush any items other than toilet paper to avoid any issues/fines.

🐞 Wildlife/Bugs
Expect to encounter wildlife. We regularly see deer in the neighborhood, ducks swimming in the river and many squirrels. There will be bugs! A cost of being in the woods and close to water. Consider packing bug spray, and please keep all screens to the house closed.

🚙 Parking
The house has a long driveway, carport and front gravel parking area. It can accommodate up to 7-8 vehicles.

🛶 Dock / Water Access
We live in a tidal water area, which means there are typically 2 high tides and 2 low tides per day. During low tides, there may not be enough water in the canal to use the canoes.

🦮 Pet limitations
We are unable to accommodate animals other than dogs at this time.
• any and all pets must be pre-approved by owner prior to booking • up to 3 dogs allowed • must be housebroken and up-to-date on vaccines • permitted on furniture only if covered • may not be left in backyard unattended at any time • back gate must be left closed when not in use • must be leashed in front yard • must comply with all local leash laws.

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Location

port tobacco, Maryland

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