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Step back in time with this unique gem along the Patapsco River.

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Exterior detail
Interior
Miscellaneous
Smart TV, books, stereo
Nestled into the granite hillside, this historic home dates back to 1875 and offers a tranquil retreat. Take in the views of Patapsco river and B&O Railroad from its outdoor patio area or get active with road and mountain biking around Patapsco Valley State Park. With smart TVs, WIFI available, free parking for your convenience.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

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

Step back in time with this unique gem along the Patapsco River.

Original structure built between 1770-1790’s. Built into the granite hillside it’s current structure dates back to 1875. Sitting off the main Rd facing the Patapsco river and the B&O Railroad. First portion of tracks in the nation. In walking distance of ole Ellicott City away from the Main Street traffic. Perfect location for road and mountain bikers around and in the Patapsco Valley State Park. Great place for Foodies, anitquers, and of course History Buffs. Outdoor patio area. Fenced in. Animals allowed. Four smart TVs. WIFI available. Free parking. NOT HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE. TALL PEOPLE INSENSITIVE REGARDING specific Areas of house.

Property manager

Kathryn Mello

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Outside only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby

Safety features

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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 22

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Step Back in Time With This Unique gem Along the Patapsco River
Step back in time with this unique gem along the Patapsco River.

About the neighborhood

Map
Ellicott City, MD

What's nearby

  • Benjamin Banneker Historical Park & Museum - 5 min walk
  • Howard County Welcome Center - 14 min walk
  • Patapsco Valley State Park - 3 min drive
  • The Mall in Columbia - 10 min drive
  • Merriweather Post Pavilion - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Halethorpe Station - 11 min drive
  • Baltimore Washington Intl. Airport (BWI) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Gong CHA - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Outback Steakhouse - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sushi Q6 Normandy - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Trolley Stop - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Step back in time with this unique gem along the Patapsco River. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Step back in time with this unique gem along the Patapsco River. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Step back in time with this unique gem along the Patapsco River. ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Step back in time with this unique gem along the Patapsco River. located?

Situated on a river, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Patapsco River and Benjamin Banneker Historical Park & Museum. B&O Railroad Station Museum and Howard County Welcome Center are also within 15 minutes.

Step back in time with this unique gem along the Patapsco River. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tina M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place to stay
Wonderful place to stay, cozy house to stay in and walking distance in to town. Will be booking again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine O., Atlantic, VA

Liked: Cleanliness
Very quaint property within walking distance of Ellicott City
Stayed here for a week over Thanksgiving. Such a cool place!! Had everything we needed and lots of history!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location for spending a weekend in Ellicott City
Very short drive to downtown Ellicott City (you can also walk but there's no sidewalk and it's a little harrowing with cars flying past you). Really cool old house built into the surrounding rocks.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittani

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We could not be happier with stay at this lovely home! We love visiting historic Ellicott City and will definitely be back to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa W., White Plains, Maryland

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lana G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Stay
Love the property and the eclectic atmosphere this 1875 home brings. Quick walk downtown to enjoy the holiday lights, shops and restaurants. Would stay here again for future stays.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super cute!
We stayed a few nights and loved the little town and house. The owner has thought of everything! We very much appreciated all the love she’s given to this historical home. I saw another review complaining of road noise and difficulty using the bathtub shower, but we live on a busy road and we thought the tub/shower combo was unique and appropriate for the home. The dog loved the yard! I was impressed with how there was no evidence of pets being allowed- no pet hair anywhere. (Although the owner had left pet food/water bowls… very thoughtful!)
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Blaine B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint historic home in great location
This is our second time staying at this cute historic house. The property is comfortable and relaxing and very clean. We enjoyed sitting out in the evening in the side yard to recharge after spending the day sightseeing with local friends and family. We will definitely be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Curtis P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun historic home in perfect location!
We stayed for two nights while researching the area for a possible move. It is a wonderful historic home with tons of character! It is right on the main road, but unlike others who complained about the noise we found the occasional passing vehicle very easy to tune out. The place was extremely well equipped and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S., Richmond, VA

Liked: Cleanliness
Cool Old House Near Merriweather Post Pavillion
We enjoyed our stay in your interesting, old house, especially being so close to the river and Merriweather Post Pavillion.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Neil G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family weekend in cozy cottage
We had a really pleasant stay at this cottage. Everything was listed accurately. We spent most of the weekend sitting in the living room or outside in the garden chatting, eating and drinking. As some other reviews noted, the double bed was a little small for us (parents) but our daughters were fine with their bed. The road traffic, though noticeable, did not interfere with the atmosphere. Thanks a lot.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for the pups and me!
I needed a pet friendly property for a quick weekend trip. This house fit the bill just great. Note that the yard is fenced, but if you have really adventurous dogs, there are probably opportunities for escape. Everything in the house worked great and was just as advertised. Bed time as really comfy! Also, really close to the main street area of Ellicott City, but far enough away to be nice and quiet. Thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique!
We enjoyed our stay in this unique home. I love antiques and history, so I especially appreciated that the house has lots of character and charm. I’m thankful the owner allowed our dogs to stay as well. Overall, we had a pleasant experience, and we thought it was an interesting break from cookie cutter hotel rooms. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Toni R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mello Ray House
The house is exactly as pictured, quaint, rustic historic. There are a couple of things that should be mentioned that would make another group's stay more pleasant. We are big people, and the beds were just double and not comfortable. There are coaches but we did not try them. Frederick Road is a very busy highway with a great deal of traffic noise. If a group wants quiet, this stay is not recommended. The kitchen is not stocked as well as it could be. If a group wants to cook there are only a couple of full-size plates and they are clear glass and only 5 forks and we had 8 adults. Only a couple of small skillets. The grills are small portable webers. There is plenty of space downstairs and outside to spread out, but not enough seating for everyone in the same area at once.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Difficult to navigate
Very old house was expected, but was disappointed with the reality. Lots of stair climbing. Main bathroom’s claw footed tub was set up very high on a “platform” was difficult to get in and out of, ended up bruising my leg pretty badly getting out of tub. Kitchen lacked pots and pans we could use and there was no frying pan. The parking was less than desirable, but at least is was off the road. Would not stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leslie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway near Old EC
We enjoyed our trip very much. I would reiterate what the listing says that it is not handicap accessible. Another reviewer mentioned it is loud from the traffic and I do agree with that, though it wasn't an issue for us. The only thing I would mention is that the floor plan shows 3 bedrooms but the 3rd one doesn't have a bed, only a couch. I'm not sure how this would sleep 6 without an air mattress but, again, not an issue for us. All in all it was a great piece of history to stay in and I love the little touches that remind you of that like the ancient phone on the wall. We enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marion R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday Weekend Getaway
We were looking for a cozy comfortable place to spend the weekend close to our son’s college. The place was exactly as described and our host thought of everything including having coffee and fresh creamers and birthday candles (which I forgot). We would recommend this VRBO and would enjoy staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Sarah W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Historic charm, outdoor space
Loved cooking in the giant eat-in kitchen while dog roamed the adjacent yard. Two living rooms was a nice feature! There was creamer in the fridge and all the AV tech worked well. Potentially not for light sleepers given the road and goose-inhabited stream in front of property. But we will stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Great
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jude S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute, classic historic Ellicott city home
Lots of charm! Great place to stay close to downtown Ellicott city!

10/10 Excellent

Ruthann P., Glen Allen, VA

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and quaint property with all the necessities from home!
Wonderful little quaint property in Maryland. My family enjoyed our stay and we even had our little dog with us too. Very clean and homey with all the necessities from home. Very nice Covid-19 getaway. The Ellicott City Town is located just up the block and a definite must see and walkthru.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely old stone house in an amazing town
Everything was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

brian m., Edmonds, WA

Liked: Cleanliness
Eerie Ellicott City
We really enjoyed our time in this vintage home
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Christine B., West Chester, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
House was charming and I adore older homes. Was too hot to enjoy the outdoor amenities provided but it is nicely located to the town for easy access to stores and restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Audra C., Pittsburgh

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect little getaway
Great restored house with all the modern convenience you need. And a great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020