Kent Island Guide
City/town information
In the early 1970's developers Milton and Barbara Kettler purchased a 340-acre farm on Kent Island as a hunting and fishing destination for their friends and business associates. The old house on the property was occupied by the family of Mr. J. Ellis Orr who continued to live there until the fall of 1979.
Those who experienced the beauty of this farm encouraged the Kettlers to develop it as The Cove Creek Club. The community was carefully planned to preserve and enhance the natural beauty and activities provided by its unique coastal setting. The developers sought to achieve an overall sense of visual harmony between the built environment and the natural environment.
The first permanent European settlement in what is now Maryland was established on Kent Island in 1631 by a Virginian, surveyor William Claiborne. Claiborne and a group of men settled on the island, built a fort on the southern tip, and established a trading post. Claiborne named the island after his home county of Kent, in England. While there is still some question as to where the original Kent Fort stood, more and more evidence points to the Cove Creek Club property as being the site.
Due to the long neck of land between Eastern Bay and the two creeks, the property has long been known as "Long Point." Originally the creeks were named Long Creek, probably by Claiborne. The main creek was later referred to as Tanner's Creek having been adopted by the Tanner family who inhabited the Farm for several generations. The origin of the name Cove Creek for the Eastern fork of the large creek is unknown although it was clearly labeled "Cove Creek" on the 1870 survey of the property.
Amenities include a private USGA rated and well maintained golf course with practice facilities, private marina with direct access to the Bay, boat ramp and storage yard, tennis courts, regulation bocce courts, clubhouse, private sandy beach, spacious event facility, exercise facility, pro shop, walking/biking trails and more.
Boat slips are available and the golf course requires no tee or wait time. If you haven't boated or golfed before this is the ideal location to begin to hone your skills on your own or with other club members to assist you. If you are more experienced in these activities you will enjoy the exciting location and natural beauty that surround you here.
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Stevensville
In the early 1970's developers Milton and Barbara Kettler purchased a 340-acre farm on Kent Island as a hunting and fishing destination for their friends and business associates. The old house on the property was occupied by the family of Mr. J. Ellis Orr who continued to live there until the fall of 1979.
Those who experienced the beauty of this farm encouraged the Kettlers to develop it as The Cove Creek Club. The community was carefully planned to preserve and enhance the natural beauty and activities provided by its unique coastal setting. The developers sought to achieve an overall sense of visual harmony between the built environment and the natural environment.
The first permanent European settlement in what is now Maryland was established on Kent Island in 1631 by a Virginian, surveyor William Claiborne. Claiborne and a group of men settled on the island, built a fort on the southern tip, and established a trading post. Claiborne named the island after his home county of Kent, in England. While there is still some question as to where the original Kent Fort stood, more and more evidence points to the Cove Creek Club property as being the site.
Due to the long neck of land between Eastern Bay and the two creeks, the property has long been known as "Long Point." Originally the creeks were named Long Creek, probably by Claiborne. The main creek was later referred to as Tanner's Creek having been adopted by the Tanner family who inhabited the Farm for several generations. The origin of the name Cove Creek for the Eastern fork of the large creek is unknown although it was clearly labeled "Cove Creek" on the 1870 survey of the property.
Amenities include a private USGA rated and well maintained golf course with practice facilities, private marina with direct access to the Bay, boat ramp and storage yard, tennis courts, regulation bocce courts, clubhouse, private sandy beach, spacious event facility, exercise facility, pro shop, walking/biking trails and more.
Boat slips are available and the golf course requires no tee or wait time. If you haven't boated or golfed before this is the ideal location to begin to hone your skills on your own or with other club members to assist you. If you are more experienced in these activities you will enjoy the exciting location and natural beauty that surround you here.
St. Michaels is a picturesque harbor on Maryland's Eastern Shore and was named as one of the Top 10 Best Small Coastal Towns in America by USA Today. Its harbor and some homes date back to the mid-1600's, and is home to the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum where you can immerse yourself in our maritime history.
The St. Michaels area is perfect for outdoor activities including sailing on historic Skipjacks, kayaking, golfing and bicycling. St. Michaels is also known for exceptional restaurants, from quaint romantic bistros to waterfront restaurants, serving fresh seafood including the best tasting crab cakes! For shoppers, you will find an eclectic range of boutique shops offering specialty foods, jewelry, clothing, home decor and art galleries throughout the town. For overnight lodging, we have many small B&B's, award winning inns and full-service hotels to welcome you!
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Saint Michaels
St. Michaels is a picturesque harbor on Maryland's Eastern Shore and was named as one of the Top 10 Best Small Coastal Towns in America by USA Today. Its harbor and some homes date back to the mid-1600's, and is home to the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum where you can immerse yourself in our maritime history.
The St. Michaels area is perfect for outdoor activities including sailing on historic Skipjacks, kayaking, golfing and bicycling. St. Michaels is also known for exceptional restaurants, from quaint romantic bistros to waterfront restaurants, serving fresh seafood including the best tasting crab cakes! For shoppers, you will find an eclectic range of boutique shops offering specialty foods, jewelry, clothing, home decor and art galleries throughout the town. For overnight lodging, we have many small B&B's, award winning inns and full-service hotels to welcome you!
Spa
The Spa at the Chesapeake Bay Beach Club invites you to enjoy peace, tranquility and relaxation. Nourishing your body with mindful ingredients, The Spa offers the finest treatments including restorative massage, rejuvenating facials, luxurious body treatments, and hair and makeup in a beautiful environment.
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The Market at the Chesapeake Bay Beach Club
180 Pier 1 RdThe Spa at the Chesapeake Bay Beach Club invites you to enjoy peace, tranquility and relaxation. Nourishing your body with mindful ingredients, The Spa offers the finest treatments including restorative massage, rejuvenating facials, luxurious body treatments, and hair and makeup in a beautiful environment.
Stevensville's Swan Cove Day Spa & Salon is a great place to tackle all of your beauty needs and desires in just one visit. One of this salon's facials will leave your skin looking smoother and more youthful. With one of Swan Cove Day Spa & Salon's signature massages, you can pamper yourself with extreme luxury and ease your stress away.
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Swan Cove Spa & Salon
102 E Main StStevensville's Swan Cove Day Spa & Salon is a great place to tackle all of your beauty needs and desires in just one visit. One of this salon's facials will leave your skin looking smoother and more youthful. With one of Swan Cove Day Spa & Salon's signature massages, you can pamper yourself with extreme luxury and ease your stress away.
A full-service Medical Spa in the heart of the Kent Narrows providing nonsurgical Anti-Aging treatments, Skin Rejuvenation, Medical Cannabis, and CoolSculpting.
Seas the Day MediSpa
3200 Main StreetA full-service Medical Spa in the heart of the Kent Narrows providing nonsurgical Anti-Aging treatments, Skin Rejuvenation, Medical Cannabis, and CoolSculpting.
Bella Rose Medical Aesthetics in Maryland received advanced training and skills in medical aesthetics to enhance a persons’ own natural beauty.
Bella Rose Medical Aesthetics
2 Chester PlazaBella Rose Medical Aesthetics in Maryland received advanced training and skills in medical aesthetics to enhance a persons’ own natural beauty.
Golfing
Not far from Stevensville, Blue Heron offers terrific views and challenging play for golfers at every skill level. Well-groomed fairways and greens keep Blue Heron difficult yet friendly, and the staff can offer tips and tricks for playing your best round. Blue Heron is a terrific choice for your regular rounds of golf or a new destination for you and friends when visiting Stevensville.
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Blue Heron Golf Course
3270 Romancoke RdNot far from Stevensville, Blue Heron offers terrific views and challenging play for golfers at every skill level. Well-groomed fairways and greens keep Blue Heron difficult yet friendly, and the staff can offer tips and tricks for playing your best round. Blue Heron is a terrific choice for your regular rounds of golf or a new destination for you and friends when visiting Stevensville.
Located on Maryland's Eastern Shore, Queenstown Harbor is one of the most scenic and challenging golf experiences. The facility features 36 holes of championship golf on two unique layouts: The River Course features a natural, windswept design on the banks of the Chester River that optimizes shot values and ensures superior conditioning. The Lakes Course will challenge even the best golfer. With numerous sand traps, tight, tree-lined holes, and a spectacular finishing hole, every aspect of your game will be tested.
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Queenstown Harbor Golf
310 Links LnLocated on Maryland's Eastern Shore, Queenstown Harbor is one of the most scenic and challenging golf experiences. The facility features 36 holes of championship golf on two unique layouts: The River Course features a natural, windswept design on the banks of the Chester River that optimizes shot values and ensures superior conditioning. The Lakes Course will challenge even the best golfer. With numerous sand traps, tight, tree-lined holes, and a spectacular finishing hole, every aspect of your game will be tested.
Privately owned country club offering members and the public golfing, social, dining, lodging, meeting and recreational amenities including clubhouse, swimming pool, tennis court, and hunting grounds."
Washington Hunters Oak Country Club
500 Amberly Farm LnPrivately owned country club offering members and the public golfing, social, dining, lodging, meeting and recreational amenities including clubhouse, swimming pool, tennis court, and hunting grounds."
"Links at Perry Cabin is designed by the legendary Pete Dye and plays through stunning topography and vistas of Maryland’s iconic Eastern shore—including majestic trees, bunkers, and distinctive water features—and ends with an unforgettable finishing stretch in view of the glorious Chesapeake Bay."
Links at Perry Cabin
9789 Martingham Circle"Links at Perry Cabin is designed by the legendary Pete Dye and plays through stunning topography and vistas of Maryland’s iconic Eastern shore—including majestic trees, bunkers, and distinctive water features—and ends with an unforgettable finishing stretch in view of the glorious Chesapeake Bay."
BHGC was designed in 1969 by Ed Ault, renowned golf course architect. The scenic 18 hole course finds its beauty in wooded rolling terrain. Players must place a premium on strategy and shot placement to conquer the six doglegs, 52 bunkers, and water, which comes into play on 10 of the 18 holes. Fairways feature distinctly lush Zoysia grass. Bay Hills' layout and conditioning gives players of all skill levels a challenging fun golf experience.
Bay Hills Golf Club
545 Bay Hills DrBHGC was designed in 1969 by Ed Ault, renowned golf course architect. The scenic 18 hole course finds its beauty in wooded rolling terrain. Players must place a premium on strategy and shot placement to conquer the six doglegs, 52 bunkers, and water, which comes into play on 10 of the 18 holes. Fairways feature distinctly lush Zoysia grass. Bay Hills' layout and conditioning gives players of all skill levels a challenging fun golf experience.
"Come home to the Golf Club at South River, where you will find everything you have been seeking in a private club - a superior golf experience, attractive membership options and authentic community among fellow golf enthusiasts. With a serene setting and inviting recreational amenities, the Club is a welcome escape from the ordinary. And rarer still is our hassle-free membership structure, which features all-inclusive dues and eliminates cart fees, food minimums, and assessments. Simply show up and enjoy!"
The Golf Club at South River
3451 Solomons Island Rd"Come home to the Golf Club at South River, where you will find everything you have been seeking in a private club - a superior golf experience, attractive membership options and authentic community among fellow golf enthusiasts. With a serene setting and inviting recreational amenities, the Club is a welcome escape from the ordinary. And rarer still is our hassle-free membership structure, which features all-inclusive dues and eliminates cart fees, food minimums, and assessments. Simply show up and enjoy!"
Breweries
"Cult Classic Brewing is a brewery and taproom on Kent Island in Maryland. We are located just minutes from Annapolis, Washington DC, and Baltimore. Out movie theater themed taproom has something for everyone. We are kid and dog friendly. There is plenty of free parking, and lots of room at our 75 foot long bar!"
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Cult Classic Brewing
1169 Shopping Center Rd"Cult Classic Brewing is a brewery and taproom on Kent Island in Maryland. We are located just minutes from Annapolis, Washington DC, and Baltimore. Out movie theater themed taproom has something for everyone. We are kid and dog friendly. There is plenty of free parking, and lots of room at our 75 foot long bar!"
Bull & Goat Brewery, Little Town Brewery, Big Town Taste. Delicious beer in a small town that we know you’ll love. Our beers are always rotating so stop in or contact us to find out what’s on tap today.
Bull & Goat Brewery
204 Banjo LnBull & Goat Brewery, Little Town Brewery, Big Town Taste. Delicious beer in a small town that we know you’ll love. Our beers are always rotating so stop in or contact us to find out what’s on tap today.
Ten Eyck Brewing Company
205 Grange Hall Road"Production brewery, tap room, and beer garden."
Nano-brewery and restaurant on Fourth St. in the Eastport neighborhood of Annapolis.
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Forward Brewing
418 Fourth StNano-brewery and restaurant on Fourth St. in the Eastport neighborhood of Annapolis.
Distilleries
Our specialty spirit is American style whiskey. We share its ownership and facility with Bull and Goat Brewery, located at 204 Banjo Lane, Centreville MD, 21617. The principle partners, Jake Heimbuch and Jason Guest, have been friends since childhood and recently started the distillery.
Old Courthouse Distilling
204 Banjo LaneOur specialty spirit is American style whiskey. We share its ownership and facility with Bull and Goat Brewery, located at 204 Banjo Lane, Centreville MD, 21617. The principle partners, Jake Heimbuch and Jason Guest, have been friends since childhood and recently started the distillery.
"At Blackwater Distilling, founded in 2008 and Maryland’s first fully-licensed beverage alcohol distillery since 1972, we celebrate this brash, enterprising, and fiercely independent spirit by crafting distinctive spirits that stand apart from the crowd, using organic and local ingredients when possible. Maryland's most awarded distillery. We are Maryland spirits."
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Blackwater Distilling & Tavern
405 Log Canoe Cir"At Blackwater Distilling, founded in 2008 and Maryland’s first fully-licensed beverage alcohol distillery since 1972, we celebrate this brash, enterprising, and fiercely independent spirit by crafting distinctive spirits that stand apart from the crowd, using organic and local ingredients when possible. Maryland's most awarded distillery. We are Maryland spirits."
Winery
Mark Cascia Vineyards grows over 12 acres of premium wine varietals on Kent Island on Maryland's Eastern Shore. Cascia Vineyards is a unique, family run waterfront winery located on Kent Island, overlooking the waters of the Chesapeake Bay. We produce hand-crafted premium red and white wines, as well as dessert wines, from vinifera and native varietals, grown in our vineyard. Our waterfront winery and event facility provide an extraordinary opportunity to experience the best that Queen Anne’s County has to offer.
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Mark Cascia Vineyards
1200 Thompson Creek RdMark Cascia Vineyards grows over 12 acres of premium wine varietals on Kent Island on Maryland's Eastern Shore. Cascia Vineyards is a unique, family run waterfront winery located on Kent Island, overlooking the waters of the Chesapeake Bay. We produce hand-crafted premium red and white wines, as well as dessert wines, from vinifera and native varietals, grown in our vineyard. Our waterfront winery and event facility provide an extraordinary opportunity to experience the best that Queen Anne’s County has to offer.
The majority of our grapes are grown in a Queen Anne's County vineyard. Our apples, pears, blackberries and other fruits are selected from the finest local orchards. We are proud to partner with Maryland farmers to source the finest fruits to produce the best Maryland wines and hard ciders.
Great Shoals Cellars
The majority of our grapes are grown in a Queen Anne's County vineyard. Our apples, pears, blackberries and other fruits are selected from the finest local orchards. We are proud to partner with Maryland farmers to source the finest fruits to produce the best Maryland wines and hard ciders.
"Welcome to Triple Creek. Four brothers, Taylor, Paul, Alex, and Corey Spies, had the dream of starting a winery. Through the support and hard work of the their families, the Spies family took a dream and made it a reality. The Spies family has been involved in agriculture on the eastern shore of Maryland for five generations. We opened the doors to our on-farm tasting room in 2015. As a family business everyone pitches in, from the youngest kids helping pick up pruned vines to the family coming together to bottle the newest vintage of wine. Come visit, try a little wine, and meet the family."
Triple Creek Winery
11138 3 Bridge Branch Road"Welcome to Triple Creek. Four brothers, Taylor, Paul, Alex, and Corey Spies, had the dream of starting a winery. Through the support and hard work of the their families, the Spies family took a dream and made it a reality. The Spies family has been involved in agriculture on the eastern shore of Maryland for five generations. We opened the doors to our on-farm tasting room in 2015. As a family business everyone pitches in, from the youngest kids helping pick up pruned vines to the family coming together to bottle the newest vintage of wine. Come visit, try a little wine, and meet the family."
Restaurants
Upscale restaurant with rustic-chic decor serving refined seafood, American classics & cocktails.
Rich in Eastern Shore hospitality, Knoxie’s Table welcomes guests into a warm rustic setting located off the lobby of The Inn at the Chesapeake Bay Beach Club. Offering indoor and outdoor dining, Knoxie’s Table features 150 seats with booth and table style seating, two fireplaces, and two bars overlooking The Inn’s expansive gardens with its fire pits, fountains, rocking chairs and secret gardens. Knoxie’s Table is designed to create an authentic experience for locals and guests with a menu focusing on local farmers and watermen and regionally inspired cuisine. Seaonsal dishes feature the area’s finest ingredients alongside signature cocktails and an extensive beer and whiskey selection."
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Knoxie's Table
180 Pier 1 RdUpscale restaurant with rustic-chic decor serving refined seafood, American classics & cocktails.
Rich in Eastern Shore hospitality, Knoxie’s Table welcomes guests into a warm rustic setting located off the lobby of The Inn at the Chesapeake Bay Beach Club. Offering indoor and outdoor dining, Knoxie’s Table features 150 seats with booth and table style seating, two fireplaces, and two bars overlooking The Inn’s expansive gardens with its fire pits, fountains, rocking chairs and secret gardens. Knoxie’s Table is designed to create an authentic experience for locals and guests with a menu focusing on local farmers and watermen and regionally inspired cuisine. Seaonsal dishes feature the area’s finest ingredients alongside signature cocktails and an extensive beer and whiskey selection."
"An Eastern Shore dining landmark since 1930, Fisherman's Inn welcomes diners seven days a week to its spacious dining rooms with panoramic water views. Our full menu is available for lunch or dinner in both our dining rooms and in our contemporary bar. With a large selection of local dishes and both traditional and contemporary fare, we invite you to come choose your favorite."
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Fisherman's Inn Restaurant
3116 Main St"An Eastern Shore dining landmark since 1930, Fisherman's Inn welcomes diners seven days a week to its spacious dining rooms with panoramic water views. Our full menu is available for lunch or dinner in both our dining rooms and in our contemporary bar. With a large selection of local dishes and both traditional and contemporary fare, we invite you to come choose your favorite."
"Beautiful, easy entry sandy beach. Family friendly. Live music summer weekends. Snacks and cold drinks available for purchase. Adjacent to Kentmorr restaurant."
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Dirty Dave's Tiki Bar
910 Kentmorr Rd"Beautiful, easy entry sandy beach. Family friendly. Live music summer weekends. Snacks and cold drinks available for purchase. Adjacent to Kentmorr restaurant."
Adam's Taphouse and Grille in Edgewater offers up a delicious menu with Ribs, Wings, and Delicious Burgers. Come in and see why we are more than just ribs!
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Adams Grille & Tap House Kent Island
100 Abruzzi DrAdam's Taphouse and Grille in Edgewater offers up a delicious menu with Ribs, Wings, and Delicious Burgers. Come in and see why we are more than just ribs!
Airy hangout set on a dock, offering 3 bars, elevated pub fare & seafood, plus weekend live music.
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Big Owl Tiki Bar
3015 Kent Narrow Way SAiry hangout set on a dock, offering 3 bars, elevated pub fare & seafood, plus weekend live music.
Storied, rollicking waterfront hangout with live music, draft beers & seafood-leaning bar bites.
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Red Eye's Dock Bar
428 Kent Narrow Way NStoried, rollicking waterfront hangout with live music, draft beers & seafood-leaning bar bites.
Laid-back sports bar with wings, burgers & other pub grub, plus several TVs & some outdoor seating.
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Big Bats Cafe
216 St Claire PlLaid-back sports bar with wings, burgers & other pub grub, plus several TVs & some outdoor seating.
Festive local tavern features a wide range of bottled beers, plus burgers, bar bites & live music.
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Rams Head Shore House
800 Main StFestive local tavern features a wide range of bottled beers, plus burgers, bar bites & live music.
Relaxed, bayfront spot offers seafood-focused American fare & a tiki bar with hammocks on the beach.
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Kentmorr Restaurant
910 Kentmorr RdRelaxed, bayfront spot offers seafood-focused American fare & a tiki bar with hammocks on the beach.
Overlooking Kent Narrows, this bar & grill offers pub fare & seafood, plus live music on weekends.
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The Jetty
201 Wells Cove RdOverlooking Kent Narrows, this bar & grill offers pub fare & seafood, plus live music on weekends.
Chic, cozy steakhouse in a strip mall serving Brazilian small plates & mains with an American twist.
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Frix's Fire Grill
1533 Postal RdChic, cozy steakhouse in a strip mall serving Brazilian small plates & mains with an American twist.
Waterfront American restaurant known for seafood, small plates & pizza plus a full bar, deck & dock.
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Bridges Restaurant
321 Wells Cove RdWaterfront American restaurant known for seafood, small plates & pizza plus a full bar, deck & dock.
Lively, colorful eatery offering Mexican dishes & tequila along with daily happy hour.
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El Jefe Mexican Kitchen & Tequila Bar
1235 Shopping Center RdLively, colorful eatery offering Mexican dishes & tequila along with daily happy hour.