Stay Maryland Rentals, Vacation Rentals in Maryland

Come discover what vacation is really about. A soothing sail on the Chesapeake Bay … A quiet cabin near mountain trails … A cozy clubhouse just beyond the 18th green … Maryland says “welcome” in so many ways. We’re passionate about giving you a complete vacation experience, so visit our five unique regions to find fishing, skiing, sightseeing, sumptuous food and sandy beaches. Pack your days with family fun – fill your nights with unforgettable entertainment. A stay in Maryland is what vacations are meant to be.

On the first Saturday in October there is usually an early fall mist in the morning air. Not exactly a fog, but a low-hanging mist that starts to lift shortly after sunrise. As the mist begins to dissipate, a miracle arises like the legendary Brigadoon. White Tents start to appear, the smell of apples fills the air, and the crowds come. Because on this day, this magical day, the village of Darlington (population 1,000) opens its doors to the entire Eastern Seaboard for the Darlington Apple Festival. On a sunny day, some 70,000 people will visit Darlington. On a rainy day, as few as 40,000. And the famously anti-development citizens of Darlington (of whom I am one) say to the visitors, "please come to Darlington for today, and then please leave!"

For a state so small, Maryland has a remarkably varied climate. The eastern half of the state, including the Eastern Shore and the metropolitan areas of Baltimore and Washington lie within the Humid Subtropical climate zone. This region experiences hot, humid summers and mild to cool winters, with evenly dispersed precipitation. Summertime highs reach into the lower 90s, with lows in the low 70s. Winter brings cooler temperatures, with highs in the low to mid 50s and lows in the low to mid 30s. The western half of the state lies in the transition zone between the Humid Subtropical and Humid Continental zones, with more mild summertime temperatures and colder winters that experience frequent subfreezing low temperatures and moderate snowfall. Overall, Maryland's low elevation and position near the Atlantic Ocean afford it a warmer climate than inland cities of the same latitude, such as Kansas City, MO and Denver, CO.

Baltimore: Baltimore hits a happy medium between the hectic frigidity of the Northeast and the lazy mugginess of the South. It has a homey, blue-collar atmosphere, much like Philadelphia or Boston.

Ocean City: A nice beach town to visit on Maryland's Eastern Shore. It is has a two mile long boardwalk to enjoy the various shops and food eateries. Annapolis: Annapolis, Maryland USA is located on the west side of the Chesapeake Bay between the Severn River and the South River, almost center of the state, if the state was a square. Silver Spring: Though Silver Spring is a large suburban city, its downtown area is moderately sized and lies directly to the north of Washington, D. C. A decade ago this area was dilapidated. Laurel: Laurel, Maryland is located along the banks of the Patuxent River between Washington D.C. and Baltimore Maryland in Prince Georges County, one of twenty three counties in Maryland. National Harbor: The National Harbor is a new and expansive 300 acre development off the Potomac River. It has been here since 2008. This urban waterfront community hosts hotels, residental buildings. Solomons: Solomons became an official town in 1870 when its first post office opened. In the following years, it became the industrial center of Calvert County. Chesapeake Beach: Located on the western shore of the Chesapeake Bay, Chesapeake Beach offers an outdoor waterpark, a small railroad museum, a boardwalk connected to a beach.

Eastern Shore: The "Eastern Shore", the eastern side of the Chesapeake Bay, is Maryland's most popular attraction. The region is characterized by historic towns, beaches and beautiful natural areas that draw a crowd during the summer months. Visit Chestertown, St. Michaels, Cambridge, Ocean City or Assateague Island.

Baltimore Inner Harbor: Baltimore is a fun place to spend the day - walk along the docks, shop, eat and watch people. Top attractions include the National Aquarium, Camden Yards, Port Discovery, Baltimore's Historic Ships, Maryland Science Center and Pier Six Pavilion.

Annapolis City Dock: Enjoy shopping, dining and the beautiful scenery of the state capital of Maryland and the sailing capital of America. Take a sightseeing cruise or walking tour and learn about the history of this beautiful seaport. Annapolis is the home of the United States Naval Academy and St. John's College, the third oldest institution of higher education in the United States.

Maryland Parks: Maryland has wonderful variety of parks that offer endless opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors. Enjoy activities such as hiking, bicycling, picnicking, boating, fishing, camping, rock climbing, horseback riding and much more.

Deep Creek Lake: Mountains, rivers and lakes offer a wide selection of activities from active outdoor adventures to just plain relaxing. Enjoy hiking, bicycling, picnicking, boating, fishing, camping, swimming, and horseback riding in warmer weather and skiing, snowboarding, snowtubing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling during the winter months.

Roads: Maryland's Interstate highways include 180 kilometers of I-95, which enters the northeast portion of the state, goes through Baltimore, and becomes part of the eastern section of the Capital Beltway to the Woodrow Wilson Bridge. I-68 runs 130 kilometers connecting the western portions of the state to I-70 at the small town of Hancock. I-70 enters from Pennsylvania north of Hancock and continues east for 150 kilometers to Baltimore, connecting Hagerstown and Frederick along the way.

Airports: Maryland's largest airport is Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (formerly known as Friendship Airport and recently renamed for Baltimore-born former and first African-American Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall). The only other airports with commercial service are at Hagerstown and Salisbury. The Maryland suburbs of Washington, D.C. are also serviced by the other two airports in the region, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport and Dulles International Airport, both in Northern Virginia. The College Park Airport is the nation's oldest, founded in 1909, and is still utilized. Wilbur Wright trained military aviators at this location.

Rail: Amtrak trains, including the high speed Acela Express serve Baltimore's Penn Station, BWI Airport, New Carrollton, and Aberdeen along the Washington D.C. to Boston Northeast Corridor. In addition, train service is provided to Rockville and Cumberland by Amtrak's Washington, D.C., to Chicago Capitol Limited. MARC commuter trains, operated by the Maryland Transit Administration, connect nearby Washington, D.C., Frederick, Baltimore, and intermediate towns. The WMATA Washington Metro rapid transit/subway and bus system serves Montgomery and Prince George's counties, as well as BWI Airport. The MTA's Light Rail and Metro Subway systems serve Baltimore City and adjacent suburbs. Freight rail transport is handled principally by two Class I railroads, as well as several smaller regional and local carriers. CSX Transportation has more extensive trackage throughout the state, with 900 kilometers), followed by Norfolk Southern Railway. Major rail yards are located in Baltimore and Cumberland, with an intermodal terminal (rail, truck and marine) in Baltimore.