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Location, Location, Location! - W Melson House - Beautiful - In Town St Michaels

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Exterior
Interior
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Location, Location, Location! - W Melson House - Beautiful - In Town St Michaels

The recently restored historic Washington Melson House, located at 206 Locust St. is a 2 bedroom vacation cottage that is a short walk from all museums, parks, restaurants, churches and shops in St. Michaels! Rates vary by season, and whether stay is weeknight or weekend. Stays of a week or longer are discounted, as are "last minute" bookings.

The house was built around 1840 by Washington Melson, a sailor, believed to be one of two individuals in Talbot County who voted for Abraham Lincoln in the presidential election of 1860. The house was originally built at only 16 feet wide but enlarged to the current width soon thereafter.

The first floor of the original portion of the Melson House includes a living room and a dining room. To the rear of the original house on the first floor is a kitchen area which opens up by French doors to an outdoor patio. Also connected to the kitchen is a large family room with a queen sleep sofa. There is a half bath off the family room.

The second floor of the original portion of the Melson house is a bedroom having two twin beds and a half bath. The second floor to the rear of the house (accessed by a different staircase than that in the original portion), contains the master bedroom having a queen size bed. There is a full bathroom off this bedroom.



Keywords: Beautiful, comfortable, convenient, historic yet fully updated

Property manager

Thomas Byrne

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a village

Things to do

  • Winery tours nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Horse riding 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

  • Unit size: 1400 sq ft (130 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 23

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
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
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 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

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About the neighborhood

Map
St Michaels, MD

What's nearby

  • St. Michaels Marina - 1 min walk
  • St. Michaels Museum - 5 min walk
  • 1879 Hooper Straight Lighthouse - 6 min walk
  • Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum - 7 min walk
  • St. Michaels Winery - 7 min walk

Getting around

  • Cambridge Station - 34 min drive
  • Easton, MD (ESN-Easton - Newnam) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Foxy's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chesapeake Landing Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Blue Crab Coffee Co. - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Carpenter Street Saloon - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Crab Claw - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Location, Location, Location! - W Melson House - Beautiful - In Town St Michaels pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Location, Location, Location! - W Melson House - Beautiful - In Town St Michaels?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Location, Location, Location! - W Melson House - Beautiful - In Town St Michaels?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Location, Location, Location! - W Melson House - Beautiful - In Town St Michaels located?

Situated in St. Michaels, this cottage is steps from Muskrat Park, St. Michaels Marina, and Higgins Yacht Yard and Marina. Saint Marys Square Museum and Saint Marys Square are also within 5 minutes.

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Location, Location, Location! - W Melson House - Beautiful - In Town St Michaels Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 116 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 116 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 116 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 116 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 116 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Meredith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Historic cottage 1 block from both the harbor and the shops and restaurants in town. Quiet street. Lots of history in the cottage. Loved the town of St. Michaels. Great area for bicycling.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

maggie k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best time, as always
We had a wonderful trip to St. Michaels. This house is in the perfect location and has everything you need for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

JIM S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Beautiful house Great location. We really enjoyed our first visit to St. Michaels!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Locust St Stay
We had a great weekend in st. Michaels. The house is in a perfect location and you can easily walk to all the shops, restaurants and the harbor. The house is charming and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring break
Wonderful return visit to St Michaels. This time at a fantastic historical home in perfect location. Home was everything you could ask for and more. Park your car and walk anywhere, within a very quiet neighborhood, yet minutes from all St Michaels offers. Highly recommend this Property and host.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
Charming restored cottage a short walk from the lovely town of St. Michaels. Located on a beautiful, quiet street.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Great Place to enjoy St. Michaels
VRBO link hasn’t enabled me to communicate with property manger/owner as I’m unable to access account via the VRBO link. I’ve re-registered multiple times now.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian J., Acworth

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Wonderful historic home right in the middle of St Michaels. Comfortable and great for our home base to explore
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

maggie k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and location!
The house was perfect! It was big enough for our group, had nice amenities and was the perfect location in St. Michaels. We already booked for next year! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Get Location
The home was in a great spot for exploring St. Michaels. Walking distance to everything and on a quiet back road. Made for a very peaceful, relaxing trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dale T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful weekend in St. Michael’s
The house was in a perfect location to explore St. Michael’s without ever using our car. It was a charming historic cottage and we would definitely rent it again. We brought our 11 year old golden retriever and she was thrilled to meet all the people in town. Such a dog friendly place. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shower note
This is a clean, beautifully decorated house within walking distance to about everything. Keep in mind the historic nature of the house, however, when using the retrofitted bathrooms. The slant-ceiling shower is a squeeze for taller folks but there's nowhere else for it to go, really. Just part of the charm of the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Susan G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ladies ‘Runaway until Sunday’, St Michaels
Somewhat rustic; pretty; beautiful historic location. Towels need fresher, newer, more abundant. Dish towels in bathrooms were abnormal; no tissues; no extra paper towels. Temperature was well regulated; thermostat; great
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
It can be tight quarters upstairs with the low angled ceilings, but it’s really very charming. And the location! So perfect. Walk a block and you are in the thick of downtown. No exaggeration! We moved the car once to visit Easton. Otherwise we walked everywhere easily.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic, restful stay. Close to everything.
Very restful stay. Was close to everything we wanted to see. Parked the car and walked all week. Muskrat Park was a stones throw from the front porch. Super peaceful park. Doggo had a great time - plenty of walking, duck and bunny watching. Discovered a few new very nice beers. Tasted Lyon rims and St. Michaels Winery wines. Enjoyed the roses, peonies, daisies and other beautifully landscaped yards and walking gardens. We have found a lovely new town to visit!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Stay for "Christmas in St. Michaels" Weekend
Staying a the Melson House was perfect for my sister and me for the annual Christmas in St. Michaels weekend. We were just a block or two away from the boat parade on the Miles River, the street parade on Talbot Street, and the Christmas marketplace and all the other activities. The house was very comfortable and quaint, and the kitchen was well out-fitted. With the permission of the owner, we had a beautiful fire in the fireplace every evening. (We stopped at Lowe's Bayshore Nursery in Stevensville and bought some well-seasoned firewood en route.) It was so enjoyable to be staying in an historic house surrounded by other historic and interesting homes. St. Michaels offers great restaurants, shops and museums, and is an incredibly friendly town. We joked that we felt like we were in a Hallmark Christmas movie!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Linda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean, met our needs and was in a great location. We ate and shopped in locally.
We drove to Assateague Island to see the wild horses and were rewarded by seeing a 4 day old foal. We also visited Blackwater park and saw some great birds, including a Piliated Woodpecker. The house could use at least one box of tissues., and I would be somewhat concerned about the step that is wobbly in the side entrance, Thanks for a couple of great days.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful trip
This was our annual St.Michael’s anniversary trip and it is the first time we stayed at the Melson House and it will definitely NOT be our last time. The location was great, the place was very quaint and comfortable. Very clean as well. The communication was outstanding. We read some things regarding the showers, but it really was not a big deal. We were able to bring our Golden Retriever with us which is one of the reasons we chose the Melson house. Everything worked out perfectly. It was a great value for the price. We hope to be able to return next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Barbara K.

Liked: Location
Average Value for the Price.
This particular community is sort of Colonial Willamsbergish and it was our wish to choose accommodations that were of the period. This house only partially uses period decor, and it's sort of a mish mash in most of the rooms. The master bedroom shower was unacceptable to us and could be easily improved. There were ants in the kitchen. Generally in the kitchen and throughout the house there was a lot of junk that didn't need to be there; the contents need to be simplified and organized. The place needs an overall interior paint job and a carpenter to fix 100 things. A thorough cleaning might also be a good decision. For the moment is appears that the owner is more concerned about collecting money than making this lovely house period perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Thomas S.

Liked: Check-in, location
Prime location, but…
Old home. Not a good renovation. Friends had to walk through our bedroom to get to the only tub/shower. Bathrooms are tiny; men must sit to use toilet. Second bedroom too hot to sleep in. Towels were mismatched and had bleach stains. Comforter in master bedroom was soiled. Chairs at table in living room had caned seats in need of repair. Exterior doors did not have deadbolt locks. Instructions for parking conflicted with need for neighbors to use their spaces. Such a shame because this house has a prime town location close to shopping, restaurants, and park. We will return to St. Michaels, but not this rental property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

2/10 Terrible

Todd J.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in
Nice house but....
We arrrived to our house to find it had not been cleaned after the previous renter (the Melson House). Contacted the owner and he offered an adjacent property instead (the Bruff house which he said was an "upgrade" and was our compensation for our trouble). We moved all our things out of the uncleaned house in to the adjacent house. The owner called back and said we'd have to move back to the unclean house on Thursday because someone had rented it starting Friday or we could go to dinner and the unclean house would be cleaned and we could move back that evening. Since we had already moved into two houses that day, we opted to stay in the "upgrade" house and move Thursday. The upgrade house (the Bruff house) was less than OK. It had a front yard with a partial view of the harbor. That was the only part that was an upgrade. The master bedroom in the older part of the home had minimal air conditioning airflow. It was very warm sleeping there even with the ceiling fan. The only shower in the house was on the first floor by the kitchen. We noticed ant traps placed around the kitchen when we first moved in but no ants. We also noticed peeling and stained paint on the ceiling and wall by the kitchen range. Well the first time we used the range, swarms of crawling and flying ants erupted from under the range. We sprayed them with cans of Raid which were under the kitchen sink. Then we had a thunderstorm and water began coming in by the range where the stained and peeling paint was. Obviously the ants and leak were not new problems but did not appear to be taken care of. There is torn screens and torn plastic in the small screened in back porch. There is peeling paint on the inside of the window in the bath hallway. Some of the window frames outside have rotten areas with pieces of rotted wood falling off. On the one side of outside of the house, the paint is majorly peeling. There is a corner tile missing on the top of the bathroom shower. Some of the AC/heating ducts are rusted inside the house. The first house, the Melson house, was much nicer and better maintained than the Bruff house. The master bedroom was cooler and had much better air flow than the Bruff house. The Bruff house was not an upgrade at all when you compare the condition of the two. The owner was timely in responding but as you can tell it was not a good experience. Th Bruff house really needs some work. Stay at the Melson House and not the Bruff house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location! Location! Location!
This was a quick getaway for my husband, me, and our 2-year-old grandson. The location of this property is perfect! We could walk over to the waterfront and watch the geese or walk into town for shopping and food. We lost power (a fluke) during our stay, and the owner was extremely responsive and easy to contact. We walked to dinner, and it was back on when we returned. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location location
Waters edge is just a few steps away to sit and watch boats come in and out. So cute and the most amazing artifacts decorating the place made it even more captivating. Short walk to coffee, food and shopping local. The owner was responsive and kind as well as super easy to work with. Will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Matthew W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Change of scenery
We love escaping to St Michaels for a change of scenery. These historic properties are great places to disconnect from our normal fast paced lifestyle. We always enjoy that our dogs are able to enjoy our stay. It’s a vacation for them as well. The town is very dog friendly in general. The properties are historic and have their quirks. For us, this adds to the experience and charm of St Michaels. The centralized location is key.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024