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The Yellow Cottage on Harness Creek

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Smart TV, DVD player, books
Exterior
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Interior
Smart TV, DVD player, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom88 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Annapolis, MD
  • Maryland Quiet Waters Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • U.S. Naval Academy
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Annapolis City Dock
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Baltimore, MD (BWI-Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall)
    ‪37 min drive‬

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About the area

Annapolis

With a stay at this cottage in Annapolis (Hillsmere), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of U.S. Naval Academy and Maryland Quiet Waters Park. .This cottage is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Great Frogs Winery and 1.8 mi (3 km) from Wild Bird Center.

What's nearby

  • Maryland Quiet Waters Park - 1 min drive - 0.7 km
  • Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium - 9 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Annapolis Harbor Center Shopping Center - 9 min drive - 7.2 km
  • U.S. Naval Academy - 10 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Annapolis City Dock - 10 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Odenton Station - 24 min drive
  • Fort Meade, MD (FME-Tipton) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bay Ridge Wine & Spirits - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Shika Sushi & Ramen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sweet Hearts Patisserie - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ledo Pizza - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The Yellow Cottage on Harness Creek

The minute you step into our charming waterfront cottage you will feel right at home!

Situated on Harness Creek, in a quiet residential neighborhood, the Yellow Cottage is a great place to 'get away from it all'. Recently renovated, our historic cottage has all of the modern day comforts to make your stay enjoyable. With the original heart pine floors and a huge farm sink in the kitchen, we have retained the feeling of a true waterfront cottage.

A cheerful country kitchen greets you as you enter the front door. If it's just a cup of tea you want or something more elaborate, the kitchen has it all. Beyond the kitchen is a sunny combination dining and living room area. Two oversize comfy chairs face the water in the sitting area where you can read or relax with a glass of wine.

With the two bedrooms, the cottage sleeps four guests in either a queen or full sized bed. A sleep sofa in the living room can sleep additional guests.

During the summer months enjoy life on the creek! Bring your fishing rod and cast from the pier or try your hand at catching some local crabs. Kayaks and paddle boards are included for your enjoyment. Visit us during the fall and watch the leaves change across the creek from your Adirondack chair each morning. Or settle in for a cozy winter weekend at the cottage with a good book and some hot chocolate!

Keywords: Waterfront
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. A Smart television along with a DVD player are provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 950 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

The Yellow On Harness Creek
The Yellow Cottage on Harness Creek Cottage
The Yellow Cottage on Harness Creek Annapolis
The Yellow Cottage on Harness Creek Cottage Annapolis

Reviews

The Yellow Cottage on Harness Creek Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 165 out of 167 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 167 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 167 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 167 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 167 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mike L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage with special attention to detail that provides the comfort of home. Peaceful and comfortable- can’t wait to return! Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent little yellow cottage for sure! So quaint and quiet and charming property. Very homey and comfortable. We have stayed at the cottage actually 10 years ago when my son attended the Naval Academy and have very fond memories of our stay.Host Rhonda is the best and so accommodating.Would give 10 stars if possible!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nevin C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful cottage on the water in a beautiful neighborhood, with great support. It doesn't get any better. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very comfortable place

Love the decor, the comfort and vibe of the place. Wish I had stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rhonda was a wonderful host and was SO accommodating to our needs. The kitchen has everything you need to make meals, and even has a few spices and seasonings to use. The kayaks and paddle boards were a hit and the view of the water is beautiful.Thank you for a wonderful stay, Rhonda. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marissa G.

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Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darrin G., East Norwich, New York

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice little cottage , clean , cozy, comfy bed and the view was great .Would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

susan j., windham, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our stay at The Yellow Cottage on Harness Creek! It was so clean and well appointed! The fresh flower touch was truly appreciated. The kitchen sink reminded me of my grandmother's, I felt at home...Our son and his family live 5 minutes away, so we will definitely return!Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna R.

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely property in the perfect location! We will definitely rent again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming cottage

Easy checkin/checkout. Cute cottage. Scenic and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

denise c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing in Annapolis

This was a great place to relax, have time to disconnect, and time to enjoy the company of my good friend. Loved the location and walked to the winery for a fabulous afternoon picnic.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hope P.

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Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet and comfortable

Great cottage along a quiet road in a private setting. This is just what my family was looking for to escape the busy weekend in Annapolis. Will not hesitate to schedule future stays at this home.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Renee H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Convenient to everywhere

Cute cottage. Room to spread out. Well-appointed. Beautiful view of creek. Sunny/bright.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth K., Reading, PA

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint and comfortable

Very well kept. Great area
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing!!

When we walked in it felt so cozy. Love that it has beautiful views of the water. So nice to be out in the country area yet minutes from downtown Annapolis. The 50th high school reunion was awesome! Thank you Rhonda for a wonderful stay 💕Dottie and Jeff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Unique little cottage

The Yellow Cottage was a perfect spot for my daughter and I to spend the weekend near Annapolis. The location was perfect, near the city but also very close to a delightful winery. Everything was provided which means you can pack lightly. We unfortunately did not have the opportunity to hit the water on this trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful and Relaxing

Highly recommend. Beautiful spot and a wonderful cottage. Rhonda does an amazing job of making you feel at home. My son is at the Academy and with all the pressures they have on them, to see him be able to sit out by the water so peacefully and just relax was so enjoyable. We'll be back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay at the cottage!

This was just a super place- right in the water and beautiful… and surprisingly spacious for a cottage. I loved the kitchen farm sink and the sun coming in the morning off the bay. Will definitely love to stay again. The owner was so nice and thought of all the little details!! Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Yellow Cottage

My family and I had a wonderful stay at the Little Yellow Cottage on Harness Creek. Our Naval Academy Plebe Patrick was able to get some well needed rest and relaxation. Patrick and his three brothers also had a great time fishing and catching crabs from the dock. The cottage is very clean and we loved the sea side decor. Quiet neighborhood with an amazing winery within walking distance. With two sons at the Naval Academy we will definitely be staying at the Yellow Cottage again. Thank You! Go Navy⚓️🇺🇸
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Magical Yellow Cottage

Our family of three adored staying in this beautiful, sweet cottage. Charming decorations, amazing location in the Chesapeake basin, and a very well appointed home made our first time to the area a very memorable and relaxing trip. Just what we needed!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming and centrally located

Harness creek cottage was immaculate. Rhonda supplied us withsome starbucks for us to enjoy and all the basic necessities. Coffee pot, microwave, dishes and some spices. I particularly enjoyed a big ol’ bowl of grits. She had laundry down in the basement and a grill. The cottage had plenty of space for my family of three. There is a water view from the back porch. Down the hill Rhonda had kayaks and stand up paddle boards for us to use. We had a blast paddling around the water. Harness creek is very centrally located. Just a 30-45 minute drive to Washington DC and Baltimore. Downtown Annapolis was just minutes away. I would stay at Harness Creek again in a heartbeat
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vickie K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint cottage

Fresh flowers welcomed us. Nice touch. Everything we needed supplied, including some things we forgot to pack. Owners are right next door so very limited privacy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Adorable Cottage! Perfect Visit!

We had a beautiful and restful stay while our daughter attended a summer provram at the Naval Academy. Rhonda was so helpful and kind with lots of good suggestions. Her gardens are amazing and the cottage was comfortable and well stocked. . The only suggestion is to bring beach shoes if you want to swim or kayak-very slippery by dock.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024