Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional)
83 min drive
Room options
About the area
Chincoteague
Seaside stay .Within a 15-minute walk of this Piney Island cottage, you'll find Maui Jack's Waterpark and Museum of Chincoteague. Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge and Chincoteague Channel are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Robert N. Reed Downtown Waterfront Park - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
Assateague Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
Getting around
Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) - 76 min drive
Restaurants
Island Creamery - 4 min drive
McDonald's - 5 min walk
Ropewalk - 6 min drive
Famous Pizza & Sub Shoppe - 10 min walk
Mister Whippy - 4 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Cozy island cottage with a Key West flair - CLOSEST TO THE BEACH!!!
Every room of this island cottage has been updated and furnished with fresh fixtures, furniture and decor in a relaxed, comfy coastal style.
Clean and well appointed, from the granite counter tops and stainless appliances in the kitchen to the new queen and twin sets in the charming bedrooms. Every detail of this island home was carefully considered to ensure your visit is relaxing and comfortable.
The wide and inviting front porch is the first thing you will notice as we welcome you to our island haven. Beyond the front door, you will find an open living room and kitchen designed for easy entertaining with plenty of seating and views through to the spacious screened porch. Eat in the kitchen or gather around the dining area on the screened porch.
Nestled in the back are two bedrooms; one with a queen and another with two twin beds. Both bedrooms feature smart flat screen TV's. All quality linens and hotel style towels are provided.
The tiled bathroom includes a roomy waterfall shower, as well as, a full sized washer and dryer.
In addition, this “EV friendly” coastal retreat has a conveniently located 240v EV recharge station, central air, wireless internet and smart TV's in the living room and both bedrooms.
Tucked away in the closest neighborhood to the Assateague National Seashore, this quiet street is only a few minutes to the beach, bike rentals, restaurants and shopping. Rental includes access to the community boat launch.
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Electric car charging station
Garden
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
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Important information
You need to know
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
Cozy Island Cottage With a Key West Flair
Cozy island cottage with a Key West flair - CLOSEST TO THE BEACH!!! Reviews
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Aimee B.
Jun 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
June Getaway
A great stay as always!
Aimee B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
anne b.
May 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Vacation Rental
Beautifully designed. Everything you could want. Loved the stove. Good location for acess to the park. You'll love this place. It was better than picturedI hesitate to suggest because it was just a perfect stay but a bar in the shower for old folks would be great.
anne b.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Melanie C.
Apr 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Ponies, Relaxation and Charm
Our family’s getaway to Chincoteague was nothing short of magical. Watching the wild ponies roam freely was wonderful, a sight that never loses its charm no matter how many times we visit. We soaked up the sun on the sandy shores, explored winding nature trails, and embraced every moment of the island’s serene beauty. But some of the best memories were made right at The Starfish - swaying on the porch swing with morning coffee in hand, and sharing laughs and stories with our son on the deck in the afternoon breeze.This was our 3rd stay at The Starfish, and it certainly won’t be our last. Clean, comfortable, and perfectly situated, it provided the ideal setting for a strip filled with relaxation and joy.We left with hearts full and smiles wide!
Melanie C.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dana M.
Apr 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect accommodations!
We had a great time at the Starfish - the accommodations exceeded pur expectations! Everything was even nicer in person and extremely clean, comfortable and luxurious. Beds and bedding were super comfortable and the location couldn't be better! Check in/check out process was a breeze, would highly recommend!
Dana M.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Donna C.
Apr 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Starfish Review
Our stay was wonderful and full of great experiences! Starfish House was just right for us. Very nicely equipped and in a great location for our planned activities.
Donna C.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Amy F.
Jan 22, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Loved our winter getaway!
The cottage was perfect and the hosts are great communicators. It was cozy and all updated, my kids loved it and asked when we're going back.
Amy F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
James D.
Sep 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible getaway !
The Starfish is a gem. Fantastic owners as well. Take good care of this property and it will take good care of you !
James D.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Becky W.
Aug 25, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Love the Starfish House!
This was our fourth time staying at the Starfish House- which just proves what a gem it is! It’s always spotless, comfortable, and communication is amazing. We will be back!
Becky W.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Steven S.
Aug 18, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing time at Starfish
Everything was fantastic. The house is beautifully maintained and tastefully decorated. Stocked with nice cookware and everything you need to get your vacation started right. Great location away from the main road, but everything you need is still close. Easy drive in the park to get to the beach and all the sights. Great communication with the hosts for anything we needed. Would recommend this home to anyone without hesitation.
Steven S.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie L.
Jul 31, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, cute house
We really enjoyed our stay in this lovely house. Great location, really close to biking trail and Assateague! Definitely recommend! Communication was great!
Stephanie L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amy S., Maryland
Jul 20, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Cottage in Great Location!
My family and I really enjoyed staying here. It was beautiful and clean. The hosts were also great communicators. I have used VRBO to rent many times at different price points. This place is in my top three. I would definitely return for a longer stay. Thank you!
Amy S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Andrea N.
Jul 17, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy,comfy and clean
Wonderful stay at the Starfish Cottage. Felt like Home! Close the beach, clean and decorated so tastefully . We especially loved the screen porch for game nights.
Andrea N.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kirsten M.
Jul 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house, close to everything
We loved this house in Chincoteague! The rooms were perfect for our family of 4 and the screened porch was a great place to hang out bug-free at night. The quiet streets were safe for the kids to bike on and the large yard and yard games (corn hole, ladder golf) were fun for everyone.
Would love to come back!
Kirsten M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Justin B.
Jul 5, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property!
This was one of those properties that lives up to the pictures and description. The house is lovely, clean and cozy and located on a nice quiet street in Chincoteague Island. It's definitely worth the stay for your family.
Justin B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Barbara F.
Jun 25, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Super relaxing...
Cute cottage, great spaces and a wonderful kitchen. Great spot with amazing little details and calming color scheme - relax and read a book or watch a show, sit on the front swing and listen to the birds. Lots of option - plan to come back soon.
Barbara F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
judy w.
Jun 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
The “Starfish House” sparkles!
This house is the essence of well-executed simple design, inside and out! From location, architecture, landscaping and interior design, to amenities, necessities and owner support, the Starfish House was a delightful vacation home for us to enjoy charming Chincoteague and Assateague.
judy w.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Zachary S.
Jun 13, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay in Chincoteague
We had an amazing week in Chincoteague staying at The Starfish! The house was the perfect size for the four of us. Everything was clean and the host provided a few extras - Bluetooth speaker, boogie boards, and lots of board games. Will definitely stay at the Starfish when we return to Chincoteague!
Zachary S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tom S.
Jun 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay!!
A wonderful place in an ideal location—even better than advertised. This delightful cottage has been thoroughly modernized and tastefully decorated. The porches are broad and cool even in the heat of the day, and the kitchen beautifully designed and equipped. Whether you’re pony-watching, beach-going, wilderness hiking or just getting away from it all, this is the perfect place to stay. We especially appreciated the host’s flexibility in modifying our initial reservation.
Tom S.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael & Stephanie L.
Apr 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Perfect
Was welcoming from the time you drove up. This place was very clean, very well thought out, and we highly recommend. If you are wanting a clean spot, time to relax, and a place to make memories this is the one for you!
Michael & Stephanie L.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Reid L., Bridgewater, Virginia
Apr 25, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Getaway!!!
This was a wonderful getaway retreat. You CANNOT TOP this little cottage. Everything is provided that you need: super clean, well decorated, and appointed and close to great restaurants and the quaint downtown area. We thoroughly enjoyed our time there. The communication with Jennifer (owner) could not have been better from the trip planning stage through the conclusion of our stay. She was immensely friendly and helpful. Stay at Starfish - you will not regret it.
Reid L.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Benjamin M.
Apr 24, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Starfish Getaway
Absolutely lovely home, very clean and cozy! Great communication with hosts. Would definitely stay again when we go back to the Eastern Shore.
Benjamin M.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gail B.
Apr 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
The Starfish is just lovely
We really enjoyed our stay at the Starfish. The house was newly renovated and had all the best amenities. The beds were very comfortables and we loved the big wrap around porch as well as the side screened porch. We would definitely stay here again!
Gail B.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Becky W.
Apr 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Always a great trip
We love staying at the Starfish House! This was our third time and we’ve already booked another trip for August. Thanks for another cozy stay!
Becky W.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Diane H., Winchester, Virginia USA
Apr 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection
This is absolute beach perfection! Beautifully decorated with upscale finishes and style, well appointed kitchen and bath, comfy beds, huge porch, so cute! we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Loved the quiet neighborhood and convenient location, very clean and comfortable, so easy to wish it was permanently our own. Many thanks for sharing your slice of Chincoteague heaven ☀️😘
Diane H.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kay G., SC
Feb 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Beach Getaway
The house was very clean and nicely decorated-it had everything we needed. The owners even gave me a nice Birthday surprise-so thoughtful! Close to everything, quiet and safe neighborhood. Did not want to leave. We will stay here again!