Kent Island Resort is the epitome of country house charm and contemporary new-world sophistication, set along the creeks leading to the shores of the Chesapeake Bay on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. A 220-acre estate of rolling Maryland countryside, nearly two miles of waterfront, and the historic Manor House at its center — the property welcomes guests with the kind of exemplary service and quiet comfort that defines timeless hospitality.
The location is an hour from Washington, D.C. across the Bay Bridge, with Baltimore, Annapolis, and Philadelphia all within easy reach. But the pace, once guests arrive, belongs entirely to the Eastern Shore.
THE MANOR HOUSE
The Manor House is the heart of the property. A collection of 24 beautifully furnished rooms and suites sits within its historic walls, each with its own character and quiet comfort — designed to offer uninterrupted bliss during your stay. Guests enjoy magnificent views of the Thompson Creek and the 220 acres of the estate including vast sunflower fields that surround the house, and those vistas are the source of inspiration for the manor’s historic interiors.
Kent Island Resort currently offers five room and suite categories:
- Standard King — King bed with a step-down bathroom.
- Standard Double Queen — Two queen beds, suited to families and groups traveling together.
- Balcony King — King bed with a shared balcony.
- Bridal King Room — King bed with a pull-out couch in the living area, a shared balcony, and an electric fireplace.
- Grand Suite — King bed with a large balcony, a living area with a pull-out sofa, and a kitchenette.
Every room and suite includes: exquisite bed linens, luxury toiletries and bathrobes, individually controlled air-conditioning and heating, a mini fridge, a Keurig with complimentary Rise Up coffee pods, a flat HD screen TV, charging lamps, free high-speed wireless internet, daily outdoor pool access in season, and express check-out.
DINING AT 18TWENTY
Dinner is a short walk across the Manor House. 18TWENTY, the resort’s restaurant, serves grass-fed, perfectly aged beef and regionally inspired seafood dishes with internationally-influenced flavors, prepared by the property’s culinary team and mixologists. Guests can sip Champagne on the waterfront patio in warmer months, take a seat by the fireplace in the main dining room through the colder months, or join 18TWENTY’s weekly specials alongside the local regulars who consider the restaurant part of their week.
For guests wanting to build dinner into their stay, the Culinary Escape package (detailed below) offers a $75 food and beverage credit to apply at 18TWENTY.
HOTEL PACKAGES
Kent Island Resort currently offers seasonal hotel packages, each designed to suit a different kind of stay.
Romance on the Shore
Whether guests are celebrating a special occasion or simply seeking a romantic getaway, the Romance on the Shore package is crafted for unforgettable moments. The room is set with a complimentary bottle of Champagne on arrival, and a custom dessert display is prepared to add charm and decadence to the stay.
Package includes: Champagne, custom dessert display.
Culinary Escape Package
The Culinary Escape Package pairs a Manor House room with a $75 Food & Beverage Credit at the 18TWENTY Restaurant & Bar, the on-site farm-to-table restaurant. 18TWENTY features house-made dishes built from locally sourced Chesapeake Bay ingredients, mouth-watering desserts, and expertly crafted cocktails — designed for guests who want to make dinner the centerpiece of the stay, followed by a walk through the estate’s enchanted forest.
Bed and Breakfast
The Bed and Breakfast package pairs an overnight stay with breakfast for two the following morning at 18TWENTY. Guests wake up refreshed, savor seasonal flavors, and ease into the day on Maryland’s Eastern Shore.
Rate: Pre-pay BAR rate + $25.
Chesapeake Local Luxe
A shoreline escape designed for guests closer to home. Maryland residents enjoy a $159 rate at Kent Island Resort, plus a complimentary welcome drink on arrival. The package is built for locals looking to recharge, unwind, and experience the Eastern Shore from a fresh perspective.
Valid Maryland ID required at check-in.
WEDDINGS, GATHERINGS, AND RETREATS
Beyond individual stays, Kent Island Resort hosts weddings, meetings and retreats, and private events across the 220-acre estate. The property is Maryland’s Eastern Shore wedding destination, with bespoke packages designed for everything from intimate ceremonies to large, extravagant gatherings. The event team supports corporate retreats, board meetings, and team-building programs of all sizes, along with baby showers, milestone anniversaries, graduation parties, and celebrations of life; any occasion where a signature setting and personal service matter.
BOOKING A STAY
Kent Island Resort is at 500 Kent Manor Drive, Stevensville, Maryland 21666. The property is an hour from Washington, D.C. across the Bay Bridge, forty-five minutes from Baltimore, and ten minutes from Annapolis.
Reservations are available online at kentislandresort.com/stay or by calling (410) 643-5757. For wedding, corporate, or private event inquiries, guests can inquire at https://www.kentislandresort.com/wedding-inquiries/.