Holiday homes & rentals in Maryland

Located in the Mid-Atlantic region, Maryland is one of the original 13 colonies of the US. Water lovers are in for a treat because the Potomac River, the Atlantic Ocean and Chesapeake Bay are all nearby, while outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy various skiing, hiking, and camping opportunities.

With your own holiday home, you can easily accommodate your entire family with plenty of space. You'll find a wide variety of holiday accommodation available throughout Maryland, Baltimore offers traditional row houses, while Ocean City is known for its spacious condo lettings.

What to eat on your holiday in Maryland

Crabs are an indispensable part of Maryland cuisine and the Steamed Crabs are worth a try. Instead of boiling crabs, Marylanders are known for steaming blue crabs which are then doused with Old Bay seasoning. You can also order crab cakes made from bread crumbs, egg, crab meat, mayo and Old Bay.

The official dessert of Maryland is Smith Island Cake which has eight to ten layers. These layers of chocolate frosting and yellow cake are known for their melt-in-the-mouth quality. Berger cookies are cookies that are covered generously with chocolate fudge and have become an important part of Maryland’s food culture.

Historical sights in Maryland

23,000 men were wounded, killed, or went missing on September 17th, 1862 in the bloodiest battle of Civil War which only lasted for a single day. The site of this historical battle is called the Antietam National Battlefield. To learn more about the battle pay a visit to the visitor centre.

Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Museum gives you a glimpse of the important railroad history of the US. Designated as a National Historic Landmark, this museum gives you a chance to see, touch and explore some of America’s most important railroad collections. It is located in the old Mount Clare Station as well as the roundhouse next to it.

Explore the wild outdoors in Maryland

Situated approximately 12 miles south of Cambridge, the Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge is very popular with bird watchers. These 26,000 plus acres of forest, ponds and marshes serve as a perfect habitat for a huge number of migratory birds. The best time to visit this refuge to see these birds is in Spring.

Rock State Park covers approximately 855 acres and is home to streams, huge boulders and forests as well as waterfalls. It is located close to Jarrettsville and is the perfect location for fishing, rock climbing, canoeing and hiking. One of the highlights of this scenic park is the large rocky outcrop known as the King and Queen Seat.

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