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

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Experience the historic charm of St. Michaels at Washington Melson House, a beautifully restored 2-bedroom vacation cottage. This comfortable retreat is within walking distance to museums, parks, restaurants, and shops. Unwind in the cozy living room or relax on the outdoor patio connected to a spacious kitchen.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pool

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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 amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

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

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

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

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MD, St Michaels

What's nearby

  • Muskrat Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • St. Michaels Marina - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • 1879 Hooper Straight Lighthouse - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • St. Michaels Winery - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Stars - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Foxy's Harbor Grille - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Carpenter Street Saloon - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Crab Claw - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ava's Pizzeria & Wine Bar - St Michaels - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Location, Location, Location! - W Melson House - Beautiful - In Town St Michaels have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

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. 99 out of 125 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 125 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 125 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 125 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 125 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cindy V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Prime location!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful little cottage! Location is perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David W.

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

40th Anniversary

We had a wonderful stay. This was our second time staying here and we loved it. Very quay, cozy and clean. Everything as advertised. Location is perfect as it is a very walkable town. This place is right in the middle. The owner was very friendly, open and communicative. And I had a big surprise when we returned. My neck pillow I had forgotten and left it 2 years ago was still there sitting in a closet. We hope to return next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Linda B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Great Location interior House neglected

Very disappointed no fans in twin room main bathroom run down shower curtain ripped rod beyond tape around tubs towels smell. Need fresh pain and cleaning especially closets. Grill unusable rusty needs new umbrella. Dining room chairs broken. Living room very uncomfortable to accommodate a group. House has such potential needs face lift because location is great. Reviews were deceiving plus need exterminator ants everywhere.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Beth C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Historic Charmer

This was a cute historic house very close to all shops and restaurants. Location could not be better. It could use a thorough cleaning and the shower is pretty rustic. But overall a good place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda S.

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

Shower

Shower was disappointing. Hard to get in and out.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Remy O.

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

Bigger than expected!

There are 2 main hangout rooms on each end of the house downstairs with plenty of space and seating in addition to the patio area out front.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 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

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

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

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

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

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