Spring Cove Manor sits on 8 wooded acres well planted with mature pines and hardwoods. Through the stone walls at the entrance you'll travel a 400 foot drive lined with old cedars. It is a secluded and serene spot that fronts on Spring Cove, a tributary of the Chesapeake Bay, yet it is less than a mile from the main street of Rock Hall. From the inn, you can stroll down to the public landing at the edge of property to watch waterman bringing in their catch or simply observe graceful sailboats at a nearby marina. Bring your camera. There is ample opportunity to photograph native waterfowl and, in the spring and fall, to catch magnificent sunsets. Don't be surprised to see herds of deer and an occasional red fox as you watch from the large windows of the conservatory and living room. Spring Cove Manor invites you, in the words of Simon and Garfunkel to "Stroll around the grounds until you feel at home." If you're looking for that special place for an escape, you've found it at Spring Cove Manor.

House History

The original house was built in 1890 by Dr. Magniss, a Baltimore physician, as his summer retreat. It evolved over time to a permanent residence occupied by his daughter, Eleanor Lynn, who lived there until 2001. Miss Eleanor, a history buff and preservationist, has been recognized by the Kent County Historical Society for her many contributions and has dedicated a collection to the Enoch Pratt Library in Baltimore. In converting the home to a bed and breakfast, Liese and Jim Gillin have tried to preserve the feeling of the original house and have retained many of its original furnishings. You'll note a distinct oriental influence in the house the result of travels by the Magniss family.