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Culag at Scotland Yards

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Beach
Exterior
1 bedroom, travel cot, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 245 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

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

Culag at Scotland Yards

Modest and cozy, this one-bedroom, one-bath cottage is a sweet reminder of the classic love song of summer.
Culag translates to ‘wee one back behind’ from Scottish Gaelic. The heart of this natural beauty lies in its serene allure, allowing you to focus on the tranquility of the Chesapeake without interruption. Spend your getaway soaking your feet in the Bay as you wade with Maryland’s native blue crabs swimming along the Bay, then relax on the reclining outdoor Adirondack chairs afterwards in the warm evening. A surrounding greenery of lush, manicured yards and towering trees gives you the added embrace of nature to your vacation, all while the salted shoreline is a just short walk away down the road.
An untouched wonder, Culag is a comfortable retreat for those looking for meditation and relaxation in a rustic, remote setting. The cottage offers a number of amenities, including a full, complete kitchen, an outdoor grill on the private deck, a queen bed, and a washer and dryer for your ease. With coffee in hand, you can bask in the sun all while enjoying the air conditioning from within the extended sunroom, or meditate in the salted air on the front patio deck that overlooks the flowered garden.
For your stay, we’ve included two bicycles that are provided year-round, and two kayaks that are available from late spring to early fall only, for your safety.

Property manager

Mindy Klingensmith

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Kayak

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 418 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site 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 not indicated whether 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

Property is also known as

Culag-the Wee One Classic Chesapeake Bay Cottage Scotland
Culag-the Wee One Classic Chesapeake Bay Cottage
Culag-the Wee One Classic Chesapeake Bay Scotland
Culag-the Wee One Classic Chesapeake Bay
Culagthe Wee One Classic Ches
Culag-the Wee One - Classic Chesapeake Bay Cottage! Cottage
Culag-the Wee One - Classic Chesapeake Bay Cottage! Scotland
489895

About the area

Map
Scotland, MD

What's nearby

  • Confederate Memorial Park - 15 min walk
  • Point Lookout State Park - 5 min drive
  • St. Mary's College of Maryland - 17 min drive
  • Elms Beach Park - 19 min drive
  • Patuxent River Naval Air Station - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 116 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Quarters at Pier450 - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Courtney's Restaurant-Seafood - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Kellam's Seafood - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Monk's Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Circle C Oyster Ranch - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Culag at Scotland Yards pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Culag at Scotland Yards?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Culag at Scotland Yards?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Culag at Scotland Yards located?

Located in Point Lookout, this holiday home is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Confederate Memorial Park and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Point Lookout State Park. St. Mary's College of Maryland and Elms Beach Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Culag at Scotland Yards Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 119 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 119 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 119 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 119 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 119 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Glad we took the leap!
We went into this trip flying by the seat of our pants, but this place made the whole weekend come together as if we planned it! A quick walk to a community beach, access to kayaks, and everything needed to make us feel comfortable in the July heat. We even got in a kayak outing to watch the sun rise! Truly a great place, and it deserves all the good ratings it can get.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Kim L., Lewes, De

Disliked: Cleanliness
Underwhelmed
Location is wonderful. Greeted by an overwhelming smell of ant spray and ants in the kitchen and living area. Lock stopped working and it took over an hour to get someone on site to assist. That person did not Bring a key and had to “break into” the house to Put new batteries in the lock. Responders shared they they can break into many of the properties of this host. We left early since we did not know people who “broke into” the home to fix the lock. I tried to get someone to call me to discuss concerns. Nobody called me.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wife's birthday weekend
The property was nice, just the right size for 2 people, a dishwasher would be nice. It was quiet, all the flatware,pots were ok.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little cottage!
Such a cute little cottage, perfect for a weekend get away! We stayed here because we were attending a wedding in the area and I’d definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome 9-5 Getaway
My wife and I, along with our doggo, spent 3 nights at Culag and it was everything we were looking for. We both work 40+ hrs weekly and haven't taken a break in a while, and this cozy little out-of-the-way house was a perfect escape from everything. Two bikes and kayaks were available for use (though we unfortunately only utilized the bikes due to the water currents [we're novice kayakers]), kitchen fully stocked with cooking utensils, bathroom fully stocked with towels and all toiletries, smart TV and WiFi, perfect all-around! Great for a single couple (1 bed in bedroom) or 1-2 kids (pullout loveseat bed in living area). Owner was very quick to respond to messages, both before we arrived and while at the house, really couldn't recommend more! Only "negative" is personal preference, the bed was just too firm, as we both prefer softer beds. Finally, as with any out-of-the-way properties, make sure you're prepared to lose cell service! I stupidly forgot and had to drive back to the main road to gather the entrance credentials as I had no service, totally my fault for not being prepared. We'd definitely love to return in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
Beautiful, quaint location. Quiet and secluded, just what we needed! Perfect size for the two of us.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Brian H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Culag
Host had great communication and was very helpful. Nice cozy little place in near point lookout.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Repeat visit
Perfect spot. So perfect this was our second visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Kendra G.

Liked: Cleanliness
LOCATION!!
We love St Mary’s County but have never stayed at the southern tip. It was beautiful. What a surprise to see sunrise on the Chesapeake Bay right from the porch! Culag was perfect. It is tiny but has everything you need. There is a queen bed in the single bedroom. We normally like a king…a king might fit, but the quality of the mattress was perfect. Nice and firm and it gave us a comfortable night’s sleep. The main living space is a living room/kitchen combination. The loveseat is a twin pullout bed as well and the side chair and ottoman are substantial. We found the rolling kitchen cart unnecessary and taking up space so we easily moved it into the ample bedroom closet during our stay. The bathroom adjoins the bedroom and is roomy and includes a washer and dryer in the interior closet located in the bathroom. The sunroom gives more sitting space including a small dining space. I’d want to flip the chairs if possible to face the windows but it may not be possible to fit with the entry door swing, but that’s a minor suggestion. The kitchen is nicely equipped including a grinder for coffee beans—wish I had brought some! The porch offers even more seating to enjoy what is most spectacular, the location. The beach is a bit of a walk back towards the main road that takes you to the property but worth it. What a view and tiny slice of heaven. There is not a lot of restaurant selection south of Lexington Park. We ate at Hacienda Los Guayabos Mexican Grill one night and Pier 450 for Sunday brunch. The Mexican Grill had a good selection, great service and was a bargain especially noting that the kitchen is open after 9pm. Pier 450 was excellent! We would come back to the area just for that. Again, location, location, not to mention a wonderful chef and menu. I wanted one of everything! I know where to stay next time I’m in southern Maryland!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Morgan P.

A great spot to get away
Overall we had a great stay! The property is very quiet with lots of space for pups to explore. My husband and I enjoyed the deck and grill every night. The private beach nearby is awesome, but was a little farther of a walk than expected. We went almost every day and were alone each time! The house was also great (the perfect size for two people). Wifi was perfect! We did have trouble with ants and spiders in the house. There were spiderwebs and dusty areas as well. All were manageable, but we wished we had brought a bottle of all-purpose cleaning spray or found some bug spray. Overall, we loved our stay and would recommend to anyone wanting a quiet little spot with a short walk to a quiet beach. Our pups loved it too!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kaley M.

Liked: Cleanliness
it was an amazing stay
it was a perfect size house for me and my spouse. it was an amazing experience! definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Charles L., Aberdeen, MD

Disliked: Cleanliness
Quiet and cozy
This cottage was in a very friendly neighborhood. We felt like we had a private beach although it was close to a quarter mile walk. Bay views were limited as the front porch was unusable due to overgrowth of shrubbery and disrepair of porch boards. Upon arrival, the cottage had hair remains of previous pets with fur on bathroom walls. Also ceiling corners had cobwebs, and there was a hole in the kitchen cieling. Garden was so overgrown with weeds, my wife ended up weeding the garden and were pleasantly surprised to find flowers growing. With all of this, we had a wonderful vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judith T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
We had a great stay. Clean, neat. Everything we expected! We knew that it was secluded, but I want to make sure that whoever is coming, make sure you plan what you want to eat TOTALLY, and bring it with you. No ice cream stores, no grocery stores..all 20-25 minutes away, one way. Same with any restaurants. Great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet J., Middle River, Md

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet, pleasant getaway
The property is just as advertised - small but with everything we needed for our short visit. Met our main criteria which is that we can bring our dog along with us. Not many options for food in the area so next time we will bring more groceries but other than that we thoroughly enjoyed the stay. Quiet and peaceful with views of the Chesapeake and a short walk or bike ride to the private beach area. The bed is very comfortable and there is plenty of hot water with good water pressure in the shower. Kitchen has all the dishes and cooking utensils we needed. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Little Cottage for a Getaway
A little bit off the beaten path, but this place was adorable! I happened to be in the area and the owner was nice enough to let me stay for just one night before I had to start heading home. It really was the breath of fresh - albeit salty! - air I needed to reset my mind. I used the provided bikes and biked to the community beach nearby, and got to dig my toes into the sand while watching the waves. It’s such a cute, removed, area too- I can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peg K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable Cottage with Easy Beach Access & Views from Deck
This location on the Chesapeake Bay is perfect for a getaway. One one side of the property is wooded land and on the other side Bay views. Plus is only two hours from Washington, DC and no Bay Bridge backup! Feels spacious for size. The new local restaurant Pier450 was also a big plus. I love to cook but everybody needs to eat out sometime on vacation.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness
Last minute switch made by company… pictures are deceiving
I rented a different cottage at first..,company said there was a septic problem at first choice, so they moved me to a different cottage right next door. The 2nd location smelled musty, spider webs were present, ac didn’t work properly, remote to ceiling fan not working, bikes were rusty, washing machine was very loud …AND when I drove by my first rental, it looked like they had rented it out. I didn’t see a septic company working on the property. There was a truck backed in there all week and towels on the deck. If there really was a problem at my first rental, I am very, very thankful this company didn’t cancel on me, but I would think some kind of refund for my inconvenience would be a nice touch. Especially if there wasn’t a real problem and they just wanted more money by renting out another place. With that being said, I would NOT use this company again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Lacey W., Arlington, VA, USA

Cottage at Summerlee
My original booking had to be moved because of a septic issue at Culag, so the management company moved me to the Cottage at Summerlee. It wasn't as nice as Culag--no Florida room, a very small double bed, really just a studio with a partial room partition. The beach access was nice, though. The cottage was fine, a little dark, but the management company could take maintenance more seriously. An overhead light didn't work, and they insisted it never worked and no one could figure out why. Then they sent someone out, and it turned out there were no bulbs in there, and no one had ordered any. The AC in the main part of the house also did not work, and they insisted no one could fix it. The guy who came for the light tested the outlet and found the problem immediately. I wouldn't be surprised if these problems aren't fixed for the next guest. The cottage would be quite a bit nicer with more thorough maintenance, and the location is great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K., Topeka Kansas

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for two!
Peaceful & comfortable cottage with everything you could need! Short walk to beach. Had fun crabbing! Bed was super comfortable & property manager was attentive & friendly!!! We’re coming back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lilibeth S., Chesapeake Beach

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful get away
Beautiful little house with all the conveniences of home. We enjoyed walking to the nearby beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday weekend
Very tranquil location. Cottage has just what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Alicia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very bright and comfortable cottage. Good size for a couple.
We enjoyed our stay, nice and quiet as most of the homes around us were unoccupied.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

6/10 Okay

Brittany F.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice, but not clean
We have rented the Summerlee Cottage from Scotland Yards/Peggy Binzel before. This was our first stay at Culag with the same property management company. The house itself is nice, quiet, and peaceful. The heating was great for the very chilly stay. The only downside was that almost every single dish was very obviously dirty. Coffee droplets in mugs and yellow on forks, like egg yolk, and smears in cooking pans, and more. I emailed the property manager twice about this, but still have not received any response. It's not very reassuring for any potential future stays with this company. Great area for some down time and beach exploring, though!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021