Sitting on the western shore of the Chesapeake Bay in St. Leonard, Maryland, Matoaka Beach Cottages runs as a private property with both cabin rentals and tent sites. Tent spots are first-come, first-served, so calling ahead is recommended. Each site includes a fire pit, and a private beach gives direct bay access. No pets are allowed. Reviewers note bay views and the sound of waves from the tent area. Campers interested in camping near St. Leonard will find this one of the more waterfront-oriented options in the area. Washington, D.C. runs roughly 40 to 60 minutes north, making this a workable base for day trips.
Description
Matoaka is a privately owned and operated bay-front getaway in Calvert County, Maryland. The facility is nestled quietly on the west shore of the Chesapeake Bay with hundreds of feet of bay views and a one third of a mile private sandy beach for visitor access.
The property's many acres are primarily wooded with fields and a winding dirt lane which brings visitors to the main grounds. The main grounds boast beautiful views of the bay, sunrises, and easy access to the beach. The cabins back up to a bamboo forest and overlook the bay.
Cabin Rentals: April 15 to November 1
Check in between 3-8pm - Check out by 11 am
Dogs are not permitted
All cabins have their own kitchen with fridge, propane stove, microwave & basket style coffeemaker.
Bathrooms have stall showers, flush toilets and sink.
Grills are for charcoal cooking only, no wood fires please.
Cabins are not furnished with bedding, towels nor kitchen utencils, etc.
Please remember to bring: Bedding, towels, kitchen items, paper products, soap and charcoal for the grill.
Area Info:
Grocery stores are located about 10 minute drive away in both Prince Frederick (north) and Lusby (south).
Nearby Restaurants -
Gateway Seafood Restaurant & Lounge, Port Republic, MD (Take out & Dine-in)
Fredy's Woodfire Pizza, Prince Frederick, MD (Delivery Available)
Happy Buddha, Saint Leonard, MD (Take out)
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsMatoaka Beach Cottages is located in Maryland near St. Leonard
Private CampgroundCoordinates
38.47149495 N
76.48341028 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Fires
Drive Time
- 22 min from Lexington Park, MD
- 53 min from Washington, DC
- 1 hr 9 min from Baltimore, MD
- 2 hrs 15 min from Salisbury, MD
