(St Michaels), (MD) Homes for sale or rent

You will quickly discover why coastal living magazine voted St. Michaels, Maryland, #8 out of the 10 for most romantic escape in the country. From Captain John Smith and Fred Douglass to James Michener, St. Michaels is steeped in rich maritime history and folklore. St. Michaels also features fine restaurants, shops and great attractions, so it's a great place for the whole family. Please visit the website www.stmichaelsestates.com We offer many services.

Spring into St. Michaels

Spring has sprung - or has it? Lately the weather has felt more like summer than spring, but there are no complaints here at Maritime Properties. Warm weather means more access to the fun activities we love the most! Boating, fishing, kayaking and strolling through downtown St. Michaels (and don't forget the ice cream) are some of the things that we love to do.

If you are planning a trip to St. Michaels this Spring or Summer, there are a few things you don't want to miss. First, the history and the heritage - go to the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum and get a map for the historic walking tour of St. Michaels. Second, the food is worth the visit. From casual steamed crabs at the local crab house to gourmet dining in a waterfront restaurant, this region is brimming with great cuisine. This great food is complimented by a local winery (the St. Michaels Winery) and a brewery (Eastern Shore Brewing Company) that offer samples and tours. Last but not least, if you have a taste for unique home decor, great clothes, fine jewelry, art, antiques or all of the above, you will find it in St. Michaels. The shopping is exquisite.

Top it all off with a beautiful, waterfront vacation rental from Maritime Properties and it all adds up to a great family vacation or romantic getaway. Enjoy!

Valentine's Day Package

Maritime Properties is offering a Valentine's Day special that is sure to rekindle your romance. Who wouldn't feel special with a weekend stay at a private waterfront estate, a gift basket of local wine, chocolates and candles and a gift certificate to one of the best restaurants in St. Michaels, Maryland?

There's a reason Coastal Living magazine voted St. Michaels, Maryland #8 out of 10 for most romantic escape in the country. With unique shops, historic sightseeing and some of the finest dining on the East Coast, it is sure to please. And no trip to St. Michaels would be complete without a visit to one of their exclusive day spas for a couples massage.

Space is limited, so get your reservations in now - a deal like this won't last long, but the memories you'll have after your romantic retreat in Talbot County, Maryland will last a lifetime!

Enjoy the Fall Season on Maryland’s Eastern Shore

Come visit the Eastern Shore in the Fall. See spectacular colors from mid-September to mid-November. Enjoy the Fall Festivals which are family friendly with great things to keep the kids occupied.

Take in the First Annual Chesapeake Film Festival in Easton, 9/19-9/21. View the Oxford Ferry Boat Race on 9/20 and stay for the birthday-themed, lighted boat parade at night.

Visit the Blackwater Wildlife Refuge Open House on 10/4. Take a bird walk, watch caterpillar races, and check out wildfire fighting equipment.

Calling all Maritime Enthusiasts! Don’t miss the mid-Atlantic Small Craft Festival at the Maritime Museum in St. Michaels. There will be hundreds of boat builders exhibiting their skiffs, kayaks and canoes on 10/4. Want more boating events? Take a day trip to Annapolis for the US Sailboat Show 10/10-10/13. The US Powerboat Show, in Annapolis 10/16-19, provides the opportunity to board the newest models and see the latest in technology and navigation equipment.

Bring the kids to Tilghman Island Day on 10/18. Compete in Oyster Shucking, Jigger Throwing and Crab Picking Contests. Another not to miss weekend for the whole family is the “Fall into St. Michaels” weekend festival held 10/24-10/16. Get into the spirit of Halloween with the costume parade and enjoy this traditional Fall Festival.

Remember to call Maritime Properties to reserve one of our waterfront properties to use as your “home base” while enjoying all the Eastern Shore has to offer this Fall.

Schedule Your Fall Vacation

While most people are relishing what remains of the summer, others are planning a Fall vacation. With so many great activities on Maryland's Eastern Shore, it is easy to understand why some would welcome cooler weather and changing leaves. Fall vacationers should be sure to add pick-your-own apple orchards and pumpkin patches to their itinerary - and don't forget the corn mazes! For the true outdoorsmen and women, waterfowl hunting and fishing are great. Finally, festivals such as the Waterfowl Festival in Easton, Maryland are great fun for hunters, art enthusiasts and shopping fanatics alike. And let's face it, there's nothing better than enjoying a hot bowl of soup, fresh local oysters or warm apple cider mulled with spices on a cool Autumn day.

The Blue Crab

There’s nothing more “Chesapeake” than crabbing. Many vacation memories have been made crabbing from a boat or dock trying to tempt the famous Blue Crab into a net with a
chicken neck on a string or the use of a crab pot. Whatever your method, the goal is a table covered with newspaper and hot steamed crabs! Whether steamed or combined with other ingredients into your favorite crab dish, they are a delicious part of a Chesapeake Bay vacation.

Crabbing is fun for the entire family and the ritual of eating these tasty crustaceans will become a lifelong memory