Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach

Back Yard launch - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
SE View - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Kitchen/Dining open floor plan - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Kitchen - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Dining - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Dining towards kitchen - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Living room - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Living towards dining and kitchen - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
1st Bedroom King Tempurpedic - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
1st Bedroom King Tempurpedic - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
2nd Bedroom Queen - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
2nd Bedroom Queen - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
3rd Bedroom Twin and Queen - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Full Bathroom - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Front Deck - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Sun-spashed front wrap-around deck - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Sunrise from front deck - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Watch the sea come alive over morning coffee - View from DR table. - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Watch sunrise from the front deck! - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Water out front is shallow and safe! - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Assorted Kayaks and Paddleboards free to guests - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Ocean kayak & Fishing kayak with rod holders - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Bikes in the garages - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
View from Kayak - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Jetski rental nearby - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Guests permitted to fish next to our house.  Sign is to deter others. - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Stripers (Rockfish) are top local catch! - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Water on 3 sides - Fantastic Views! - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Public Beach -  Drone View - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Calm Day looking north from deck - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Public Beach - We provide Beach Passes! - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Outdoor Shower, hot and cold water - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Ample Parking - Just Pull Forward and back in for quick exit - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Lunch from our crab trap - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Arial of property on the point - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Regular visitor Great Blue Heron in back yard - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Bald Eagle seen from deck grabbing some supper (from our deck) - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Roseate Spoonbill - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Perch - its what's for dinner. Bald Eagle returns to nest in neighbor's tree - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Egret - one of many resident egrets in back yard cove - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Osprey - hovers over north deck fishing, nest is on pole behind house - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Storms are Stunning on the Water - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Waterspout 15 miles SE of property (seen from front deck) - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Mother Nature is such a show-off - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Crabbing Crew from front deck - wave hello - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Dolphins! - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Crabbers work just off front deck all morning. Pic is magnified from 50 yds out - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Full moon guides Carnival Cruise out in the main channel - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
From across wetlands behind house - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Sunset backyard - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Waterfront @ midnight - House is far Point! - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach
Lightning strike:  Photo submitted by guest Mackenzie Burns - Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach

Murphy Point on the Chesapeake - North Beach

Waterfront, Water All Around, Peaceful Family Getaway
6 Guests · 3 Bedrooms · 1 Bathroom · Vacation Home · Entire place · 1500 Sqft
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Patrick And Annie
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Experience the Chesapeake Bay waters from your very own front row seat at Murphy Point on the Chesapeake! Watch dolphins, turtles, sea rays, crabs and gamefish forage for food on one side, and waterfowl prowl the shallow side. Surrounded by water on three sides, the living area is 1300 sq feet with an indoor walk up/utility area on the first floor. The layout is open floor plan with kitchen, dining and living room facing the Chesapeake with stunning views out the large atrium doors. This property offers a 2nd level wrap around deck with water views on 3 sides. Fish feed on the surface before your eyes. Crab or fish from the property. A birder’s paradise—adjacent to marshes, and tidal pools lee-side of the property. Regular residents include diving ducks and dabblers, egrets, blue heron, sea gulls, gannets & terns. Osprey nest within sight and a bald eagle visits late afternoons. Launch the kayaks from the private beach and paddle to attractions north and south. Take a swim or float in the shallow 4-foot water next to the property, or sit on the deck and watch ships roll down the channel.

Only 30 minutes to Washington DC and Annapolis. Locally its a short walk or bike ride to the boardwalk/pier and public beach or shops, restaurants, and wine bar. Fine dining just 3 blocks away. Chesapeake Beach water park and charter boat fishing 2 miles south. Herrington Harbor 4 miles north. Stop by the Bay History Museum, walk to the farmers market Saturday morning where you will find locally grown produce, meats, baked goods and other fresh fare. Take in free family movies all summer long on the 10 ft. high screen on the beach. Into night life? Theres bingo, gaming and slots at many establishments within walking distance, as well as live music venues up and down the western shore. Check out the event calendar on NorthBeachMd.org and plan your vacation now for Murphy Point on the Chesapeake.

Sleeping Configuration

Master
Master
1 king bed
Small TV in master bedroom
2nd Bedroom
2nd Bedroom
1 queen bed
3rd Bedroom
3rd Bedroom
1 queen bed, 1 single bed

What this place offers

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IconIron & Board
IconHair Dryer
IconLinens Provided
IconFull Kitchen
IconOven
IconGas Grill
IconBalcony
IconHigh Speed Internet
IconSmart TV
IconSecurity Cameras
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Nearby activities

IconFishing Charters
IconSurfing
IconWater skiing
IconJet skiing
IconGolf
IconCycling
IconSwimming
IconFly fishing

Suitability

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Child friendly
one baby gate, one pack and play crib
Children's books and toys
Crib/Pack 'n Play
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No events allowed
No events
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No smoking allowed
No smoking
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No Parking
Ample parking for 4 vehicles

Meet The Host

The Murphy Property was established in 1979. Patrick Murphy and and his sister Annie carry the legacy from their father, James Michael 'Mike' Murphy. Mike Murphy designed the Smithsonian American History Museum and oversaw construction & maintenance of many Smithsonian buildings in DC for over 20 years before retiring at the house in North Beach to conduct oyster research under grants from Univ. of MD and Univ. of NC. During World War II, he worked as a physicist on the Manhattan project at Los Alamos. In 1986, he designed/engineered the building to withstand hurricane force winds with a 12-telephone pole foundation driven 34 feet into the ground. A category 4 hurricane (Isabel) has since passed in 2003 without disturbing the solid construction. He also engineered the tidal pool in the rear of the property to attract wildlife and serve as a boat launch. Patrick Murphy is an avid fisherman and retired small businessman. Annie Roberts is a health care provider.
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IconMember since: January 2019
IconSpeaks: English
IconResponse rate: 100%
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Scenic views

Kitchen/Dining open floor plan
Bay view
Kitchen/Dining open floor plan
IconWater view

Location

Beachfront
Waterfront
Bayfront
Village
Park

Getting around

Town is very walk friendly. There are bike and scooter rentals nearby.

Directions

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These directions are for planning purposes only. You may find that construction projects, traffic, weather, or other events may cause conditions to differ from the map results, and you should plan your route accordingly. You must obey all signs or notices regarding your route.
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Children
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Policies and Rules

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Check In: 3PM - 11PM
Instructions on entry are provided a few days before arrival.
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Check Out: 11AM
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No pets
No pets
Minimum age limit for renters: 25
Photo ID required lease agreement.
Maximum occupancy: 6
No more than 7 people
House Rules
No Parties, town noise ordinances strictly observed, see lease agreement for other rules.
Payment Policy
Check or VENMO/ZELLE preferred
Refundable Damage Deposit
Deposit is required at booking. Refund within 7 days of check out or cancellation.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation for full refund 14 days prior to stay.
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