Kingsbay Waterside Cottage | Crisfield Vacation Rental

About Gerald Philpott (Kingsbay Mansion)

Crisfield Vacation Homes in MD by Gerald Philpott Kingsbay Mansion is a gated, elegant Georgian waterfront estate and one of a kind. Located on Maryland's Eastern Shore, Kingsbay is situated on the peninsula of Coulbourn Creek at the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay just north of Crisfield Maryland. It is the largest private home in Somerset County and was designed by Ian McCallum, the architect for Colonial Williamsburg. Built in 1970 on 7 acres and in middle of 435 acres of prime Maryland farmland, this estate offers 10 bedrooms, 9 full baths and 4 powder rooms. Starting In 2015, Kingsbay Mansion has been transformed into a breathtaking boutique hotel, wedding venue, and private event center. Five of its spectacular suites with private baths are being offered as part of the Kingsbay Mansion Hotel. The entire estate is available for private functions, corporate events, and destination weddings. There is approximately 2000 feet of protected shoreline with dock for boating and kayaking. Kingsbay has thirteen thousand square feet of living space and boasts a three-story rotunda with a domed skylight and Belgian chandeliers. The Crystal Ballroom offers vaulted ceilings, another stunning chandelier, and event space to wedding, receptions, and private functions. The formal living room is designed with a doublewide fireplace and an impressive beamed, crown molded ceiling. The formal dining room has a Chinese Chippendale theme with built-mirrored China cupboards, fireplace, and chandelier. Other rooms include the family dining room, breakfast room, lounge bar, wood paneled library and more, all designed with 7 different types of hardwood and marble flooring. There are two fully stocked bars and the in-ground Grecian swimming pool with slate deck and fountain is available April through November, allowing magnificent views of the waterfront and the manicured Japanese gardens. Kingsbay Mansion is the experience of a lifetime for those who seek quiet luxury and executive level service. Each of the five premium suites has appointments that include king beds, stunning furnishings, and decor. In-room DirecTV, Wi-Fi and a full coffee and tea service are included. All of the suites have stunning waterfront views of the bay and its brilliant sunsets. The swimming pool is open April through November, as well as the private dock year around for canoeing and kayaking. Kingsbay is staffed twenty-four seven by talented, experienced innkeepers that will make your stay one that will entice you to return time and again. We welcome you to visit us and enjoy this Chesapeake Bay paradise!