| Date | Rating | Comment
[Guest Comments: 14 positive, 0 negative]
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| 09/13/09 |
Positive
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Thanks to Chuck and Ivelisse (and
especially Smokey, their Golden
Retriever) for making our vacation so
pleasant. The cottage was cute and
wonderfully located on great piece of
land on the Magothy River. Chuck was
available when needed -- we never had
any problems -- and also to swap
stories, share a drink or a meal, or
play with Smokey. We would
highly recommend a stay here; between
the views, the pontoon boat and kayaks,
and Chuck's gracious hospitality, we
were as relaxed and entertained as we
could have hoped. |
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Anonymous, Alexandria, VA |
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| 09/10/09 |
Positive
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I have just returned to Europe and this time, leaving the US was very sad. We had found the perfect vacation home: every bit as lovely as advertised, cozy, beautiful garden and good kayaking! And the cutest dog - Smokey, a handsome Golden Retriever- came by to say "Good Morning" every day. Chuck and Ivelisse are very nice and helpful hosts, they looked after us very well, yet in an entirely non-intrusive way, and they even entertained our 17-year old son, when we went away for two days. Thank you Chuck and Ivelisse, again for this!
This cottage was the perfect home for three weeks of holidays and we consider coming back! |
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Ingrid + Willy, Stuttgart, Germany |
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| 07/22/09 |
Positive
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| What a great experience!! This was our first time renting a vacation home from a private owner and it couldn't have gone better. The owners were so easy to work with, very responsive and thorough in all correspondence prior to our stay. The accommodations are exceptional, every bit as good as advertised, and the location was ideal for us having small children. Baltimore and Annapolis were close enough to take morning trips and be back in the afternoon for naptime. Plenty to do on the property too. Beautifully landscaped and cared for with great attention to detail, they even have fresh vegetables for your use growing in gardens around the property (if you are fortunate enough to stay at the proper time of year as we were). Additionally, it was really nice to have use of the various boats at our leisure, to run and grab dinner or just to explore the local waterways. We definitely will return to Bird Haven. |
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Amy Beal, Hilliard, OH |
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| 06/19/09 |
Positive
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| Three generations of our family enjoyed a wonderful week at Bird Haven! We rented both cottages and they were well appointed and very clean. Chuck did a great job of checking on us, providing us good advice and suggestions for the area, and taking care of all of our needs. We especially enjoyed the tour of the Magothy River and the bay area aboard the sailboat with Chuck and Smokey. We would love to visit again in the future. |
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Terri Nihiser, Rockbridge, OH |
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| 06/17/09 |
Positive
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| My family and I stayed in the smaller of the two guess houses on the property. We had a fantastic time. The owners are friendly and helpful and the views are beautiful and relaxing. A short drive into Annapolis makes this a great location. |
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Sarah, Robbinsville, NJ |
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| 05/28/09 |
Positive
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| We loved this house and the property -- it was just the right size for us and our two young boys. The features here made it a perfect family vacation house -- open layout inside, use of the pontoon boat and grill outside, beautiful property for our boys to explore, bald eagles on the tree across the river! And the owners couldn't have been more welcoming and warm -- it was a real pleasure to have them nearby. We're looking forward to coming back again. |
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Jon & Sarah Wry, Chappaqua, NY |
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| 01/15/09 |
Positive
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| ***** My family spent the week of Thanksgiving in the larger cottage. The owners are on-site and wonderful hosts, taking care of our every request. Although it was cool weather and we could not enjoy sailing and watersports, we thoroughly enjoyed the blazing fireplace, amazing setting and quiet strolls around the property. We plan to stay here again and again when we visit our son at USNA, which is an easy 15 min drive. I highly recommend this cottage. |
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Mary Boland, Lakemont, GA
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| 06/22/08 |
Positive
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The owners not only have provided charming,
clean, comfortable cottages but also hospitality that
is second to none. Having boats to use whenever
and sailing on the owners' sailboat were just two of
the many amenities provided. Smokey, the resident
golden retriever and sailboat "captain," entertains
his guests with kisses and tricks. I would go back
in a heartbeat. |
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Cheryl , York, PA
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| 01/27/08 |
Positive
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| My family and I stayed in the larger of the two guest houses. We enjoyed the property very much. The owners were wonderful and Smokey (our daily visitor) was great!!! We hope to return this year. 30 min. drive to D.C. and many opportunities for relaxation at the cottage. |
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Sheila Roth, Pittsburgh, PA |
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| 03/05/07 |
Positive
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| Our family stayed here in July, 2006 and we had a GREAT time! The kids enjoyed using the boats, swimming in the river, and being close to both Annapolis and Washington, D.C. The cottage was clean, welcoming, and comfortable. Going out for a sail with the owner was a highlight of the trip. We went to Dobbins Island, the kids swam from the boat to the island (with Smokey the dog (first mate)), and enjoyed the afternoon. We would highly recommend this property for your vacation. |
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John and Lynn Kraizel, Solon, Ohio
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| 04/16/06 |
Positive
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Everything you read on the web site and more. Not like other rentals that mislead you into thinking the place is better than it really is.
The owners are most accomodating and do their best to make your time spent there everything you wish.
Conveniently located for privacy when wanted and close enough to several touristy areas to explore easily.
Give Chuck a call! |
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Jeff, Indiana, PA
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| 11/09/05 |
Positive
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| We rented these cute cottages for a long weekend and had a fabulous experience! The owners could not have been nicer or more accomadating. The view was beautiful and the cottages had everything we needed. We plan to return next year! |
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Anonymous
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| 07/22/05 |
Positive
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| Had the most wonderful stay. Spectacular location and really on the water's edge. Pictures are a true indication of what is offered. The cottage is very well appointed and very comfortable. Great to have had use of boats and got offered first class hospitality. |
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Will, Johannesburg, South Africa
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| 07/03/05 |
Positive
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We just got back from spending a month at this property and would go back in a heartbeat. It's comfortable, quiet, and clean and sits on two most beautifully treed acres.
A morning did not go by when we didn't look out on the yard or water and see a flock of geese or ducks, an osprey or heron. Twice we saw a cardinal just outside our window.
You will be well taken care of by the proprietors, who are both generous and kind. We recommend Bird Haven without reservation and hope our family will be able to visit again soon. |
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Colleen Wheeler, Mesa, Arizona
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