Holiday rentals in Riva

Relaxing Water Views - Mill Creek Cottage

Eclectic three level water view cottage in unique wooded location overlooking beautiful Mill Creek. Minutes from downtown Annapolis and the US Naval Academy; walk to Cantler’s Riverside Inn for crabs, convenient to US 50 and the Bay Bridge and Eastern Shore. Due to the stairs and loft, this accommodation may not be appropriate for toddlers and the mobility challenged Parties are not permitted. Please note that there is no water access on the property, but there is nearby public water access.

New Loft w/South River view from treehouse deck!

Enjoy the quiet Sylvan Shores neighborhood and a view of the South River and bridges in this new modern apartment that has a treehouse style deck for relaxing and enjoying the outside. The unit is served by a separate entrance and free street parking. Bring your kayak or stand-up-paddleboard, or try your luck at fishing! The TV is upgraded to a 55". Downtown Annapolis is just 6 miles away and offers cultural attractions, bars and restaurants, historical tours and access to the Naval Academy.

Waterfront Chesapeake Bay Sunrises & Fishing Pier!

Gorgeous sunrises and bay breezes await at this newly remodeled Chesapeake Bay waterfront cottage! Catch crabs or fish from your private pier, relax on the furnished deck, or explore Selby Bay with our complimentary canoe. Enjoy water views from the kitchen, dining, living room, and enclosed porch. Just 15 minutes from Annapolis & the Naval Academy, and 45 from DC—peaceful, clean, full of charm. Ideal for USNA families! Unplug, unwind, and make memories on the water—year-round relaxation & fun!

Peaceful Setting with Chic, Thoughtful Style

Settle down for a peaceful night's sleep in the four-poster bed at this tranquil cottage in the woods. The soft gray color palette along with beautiful hardwood floors creates a calm, fresh feel, while the screen porch offers a quiet spot for restful afternoons. This serene retreat sits minutes away from Annapolis. The waterfront community has a beach a short walk away for launching kayaks and taking relaxing strolls. There is also easy access to Baltimore, Washington, and the Eastern Shore.

Calico Cottage Guest House, king bed, free parking

Cute-as-a-bugs ear West Annapolis guest cottage just 1.5 miles from the Navy Stadium and less than 2 miles from Academy's Gate 8. Cottage features: high speed WiFi, EZ free parking, washer & dryer, kitchenette, air conditioning, self check-in and laptop friendly workspace. Park 10 feet from front door. Only 1 step to enter. No stairs to negotiate while carrying luggage! 15 min. walk to Weems Creek with scenic, serene waterviews and a few more minutes walk to popular Bean Rush Cafe.

Spacious 3 Bedrooms House+Patio+Playground

Spacious 3 bedrooms house with functional patio + private playround located in Edgewater, only 15 mins drive to downtown Annapolis. Fully equipped with designer furnitures, with a sense of home! Huge dining room and fully functional kitchen, perfect to enjoy a great evening with your friends and family! Bedrooms are equipped with your own desks if you want to do some works even in your vacation. Easily fit 2 cars in private driveway. Very quiet neighborhood with proximity to everything!

Lil’ House - A Serene Tiny Home Experience

Newly renovated, immaculate two room tiny home. A stand-alone gem nestled against a wooded backdrop - well back from the main home - and wrapped in a huge, teak-furnished, blue stone patio with fire pit situated in a sunny opening in the mature tree canopy. Super comfy queen Murphy bed offers easy conversion of the well lit and modern main living space from living room & kitchen by day to main sleeping quarters at night. The adjoining room is a well appointed full bath and dressing area.

Annapolis Garden Suite

Welcome! We’re tucked away on a forested residential street, roughly a 7 minute drive from restaurants, coffee shops and all that Annapolis has to offer. 15m from the coast, 30m from Baltimore and 35m from DC. Tl;dr: this is a private ground-level guest suite with 3 beds, 2 bedrooms, 1 desk (optional standing desk), 1 kitchen with oven, dishwasher + Nespresso/pour over, 2 tvs, laundry room with washer/dryer, fast wifi, a pool, patio and a forest view. We live on the top floor.

Dazzling day/night water views,1st class amemities

TREAT YOURSELF! YOU DESERVE THE VERY BEST! HUGE DISCOUNTS FOR WEEK AND MONTH LONG STAYS! Treat yourself to the good life while in Annapolis! Gorgeous 14yr. old custom designed & furnished 1470sq.ft. waterfront apartment, 9ft. ceilings, fantastic water views day & night! Private pier, firepit and 40ft. waterfront covered patio for guests use. Guest parking for 4 cars. Few minutes to US Naval Academy, Annapolis Harbor, restaurants, shopping.

Weems Creek Cottage, Annapolis Waterfront

(August, 2025) Jim is the best host we’ve ever had. Super responsive, reached out to let us know the place was ready and we could check in early. The house is perfect size for 2 adults and a kid. Beautiful view and really comfortable. We loved the screened in porch. We walked to breakfast at the smoothie place and had a great walk down to the naval academy. We would definitely stay here again.

Coastal Waterfront 1 Bedroom Cottage

This waterfront cottage is located 2 miles from Historic Downtown Annapolis and the United States Naval Academy, making it easy to plan your visit. It is located right on the South River in a quiet neighborhood. There is a full outdoor seating and patio area with a grill and fire pit. It has a full kitchen, 1 bedroom, washer/dryer and can sleep up to 4 with the pull-out sleeper couch.

South River Park Apartment

Located minutes from Annapolis, the in-law apartment offers access to Baltimore and DC in under an hour. The apartment offers its own entrance, full kitchen, one bathroom, one bedroom, tile floors, pullout sofa, Wifi, and parking. The apartment is registered with the Anne Arundel County Dept. of Inspections & Permits, #STR-15, for short term rentals.